Obituaries

Patricia Gossard

Sep 25, 2021

Patricia M. Gossard (Craddock), passed away on September 25, 2021 at 93. Born in Akron on August 27, 1928, she graduated from West High School in 1946 and lived most of her life in Cuyahoga Falls.

She was preceded in death by her husband Warren, daughter Tonya Danforth, and brother David Swearingen. Left to cherish her memory...

Michael Rodkey

Sep 24, 2021

Michael Alan Rodkey, 67, of Cuyahoga Falls, OH passed away suddenly in his home on September 24th 2021. He was born in York, PA on September 14th, 1954. He was best known for his sense of humor, endless storytelling and love of sports and sports history. He knew everything there is to know about the Cleveland Browns, Cleveland Indians...

John Edgecomb

Sep 23, 2021

John "JD" Edgecomb, 63, passed away September 23, 2021.

He was often called a "jack of all trades".  And as the saying goes, "A jack of all trades is a master of none, but oftentimes better than a master of one".  There wasn't much John couldn't do, and do very well - with the minor exceptions of...

Leonard Bloom

Sep 22, 2021

CUYAHOGA FALLS – Leonard “Pete” Bloom, 92 of Cuyahoga Falls passed away peacefully after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease on September 22, 2021.

Leonard was born in Akron, the youngest of four children. He was a graduate of East High School where he played football. After graduation, Leonard worked at Goodyear as an accountant. He was...

Bryan McCoy

Sep 21, 2021

CUYAHOGA FALLS – Bryan E. (Mac) McCoy, 86, passed away peacefully at home on September 21, 2021 in Medina.

Bryan was born in Akron, Ohio on December 5, 1934, to Hall and Marion McCoy.  He grew up in Kenmore and was a proud Kenmore Cardinal.  He graduated in 1952 and served his country in the U.S. Air...

Darryl Krakora

Sep 19, 2021

Darryl L. Krakora, 67, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on September 19, 2021.  Darryl was born on September 20, 1953 in Cleveland, Ohio, son of the late Ralph and Ruth (Scibbe) Krakora.  He was raised in Streetsboro, Ohio, and graduated from Streetsboro High School, class of 1971.  He was very active on the high school football team, and...

Dr. Harry Shullo

Sep 19, 2021

Dr. Harry Shullo, 89, passed away on September 19, 2021.  He was born in Akron, the youngest son of the late Harry and Mary Shullo.  Dr. Shullo lived in the Akron area all his life and currently resided in Silver Lake.  Dr. Shullo lost his sight as a teenager, in an era where opportunities for a blind person did...

Michael French

Sep 17, 2021

CUYAHOGA FALLS – Michael R. French, 78, of Cuyahoga Falls, OH passed away September 17, 2021. Due to complications from COPD. Michael loved to golf; he got a hole in one at Valley View Golf course. Debbie will miss him greatly, especially their trips and making memories together.

Preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Stella...

Howard Spicer, Jr.

Sep 17, 2021

Howard L. Spicer Jr., 63, passed away September 17th, 2021.

He was born in Akron and resided in Stow for the past 37 years. Howard served his country for 4 years active duty in the U.S. Army followed by many years as a U.S. Army Reservist, in addition to working full time for Summit County Engineers as...

Mary Asente

Sep 15, 2021

Mary C. (Lentini) Asente, age 96, passed away peacefully on September 15, 2021, surrounded by loving family. She was a resident at Continuing Healthcare of Cuyahoga Falls nursing home. The family would like to thank the staff there for caring for our mother. Special thanks also to Crossroads Hospice for their loving care and concern.

Mary was...

Penny Durastanti

Sep 15, 2021

CUYAHOGA FALLS – Penny (Philen) Durastanti, 72, passed away September 15,2021. Let’s Celebrate Penny! On September 26, 2021 from 12pm-4pm, at the Munroe Falls Metro Park, Shady Beach Shelter, 521 South River Road, Munroe Falls, OH 44262.

James Heaton

Sep 15, 2021

ATWATER - James Charles Heaton, 51, passed away September 15, 2021.

Preceded in death by his grandparents, John B. and Mary A. Sporer; father, Earl D; he is survived by his mother, Nancy; daughters, Tara and Amanda Heaton; grandchildren, Tye and Eliza; siblings, Lynn, Jenny (Ian), John (Mary Ann), Thomas (Cheryl), Tim and Mary (Shawn); Special aunt...

Lois Koplin

Sep 14, 2021

CUYAHOGA FALLS – Lois (Appleman) Koplin, 90, passed away September 14, 2021. She was a lifelong Cuyahoga Falls Resident. Lois was extremely energetic and positive person who was endeared by many in the community.

Preceded in death by her husband, Dale Koplin in 1987; brothers, Richard, Robert and Thomas Appleman; great-grandson, Ryan Bauer; she is survived by...

Ardine Hausch

Sep 13, 2021

Ardine "Deane" M. Hausch, of the Portage Lakes area, 84, passed away September 13, 2021.  Deane was born on August 10, 1937 in Medina, OH to Joseph and Gaynelle Demeter.

Deane was a member of the ladies auxiliary of the Turkeyfoot Sportsman Club, and enjoyed spending time with family.

She is preceded in death by...

William Koszegi, Sr.

Sep 8, 2021

"A beautiful life that came

to an end, he died as he

lived, everyone's friend.

In our hearts a memory will

always be kept, of one we

loved, and will never forget."

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements entrusted to Clifford-Shoemaker...

Rosalie Kubus

Sep 7, 2021

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Rosalie B. (Takach) Kubus, 95, of New Middletown, OH peacefully passed on September 7, 2021. She was born August 31, 1926, in New Springfield, OH to parents, Frank and Mary (Toth) Takach. Rosalie was the youngest and the last of nine siblings. She was a 1944 graduate of New Springfield High School going on to work...

Charles Pulley, Jr.

Sep 6, 2021

Charles (Chip) F. Pulley, Jr., 59, passed away on September 6, 2021.

Chip was born on February 3, 1962 and was a life-long resident of Cuyahoga Falls. He graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School and retired from Meggitt Aircraft Braking Systems. Chip enjoyed playing and watching sports and he greeted everyone with a smile.

He...

Douglas Mate

Sep 5, 2021

Douglas Mate, 58, of Cuyahoga Falls, died unexpectedly September 5, 2021, at Midvale Speedway. Doug was born in Akron to Pete and Virginia Mate and was a life-long resident of Cuyahoga Falls.

Doug’s passion for racing started when he was 16 and never diminished. He loved building and driving race cars and was well-known at all the...

Corinne Rey

Sep 5, 2021

Cuyahoga Falls - Corinne Rey, “Corky” 94, passed away September 5, 2021.  She loved spending time with family and friends, seeing live entertainment, going to the casino, playing cards with the poker club, and shopping.

Preceded in death by her husband, Nuff; she is survived by children, James (Marcia) Rey and Carole (Tim) Weber; grandchildren, Jim and...

Thomas Appleman

Sep 2, 2021

CUYAHOGA FALLS – Thomas Humm Appleman, 99, passed away September 2, 2021. He was a lifelong Cuyahoga Falls resident. Tom was a WWII veteran serving his country in the U.S. Army going on to retire from Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. in 1984.

Preceded in death by his brothers, Richard and Robert; he is survived by his...