Obituaries

Apr 16, 2020

OLMSTED FALLS - Eula Bell [nee Graham] Sertick, aka "Peaches" 82, passed away peacefully and was welcomed into Eternal Life on Thursday, April 16th, 2020.  She was born in Hopkinsville, Ky to the late Frank J. Graham and Era Bell Fletcher, blessed with the devout care and guidance of her grandparents, William and Ethel Bell (Granddaddy and Mamma)

Apr 14, 2020

CUYAHOGA FALLS – Walter Detweiler Jr., 89, passed away peacefully in his home of natural causes on April 14, 2020.

He was born on August 4, 1930, in Sellersville, PA, son of Walter G. Detweiler and Dorothy (Barndt) Detweiler. Walter graduated from Sell-Perk High School, served in the US Air Force from 1949-1952 and went on to...

Apr 13, 2020

Heather Lyn Valentine, 39, beloved daughter, mother, sister and friend, passed away unexpectedly on April 13, 2020.  Heather was born on January 1, 1981 in Akron, Ohio, resided in Cuyahoga Falls and was a 1999 graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School, where she excelled in playing softball.  Heather loved more than anything, being a mom to her son Ethan...

Apr 12, 2020

CUYAHOGA FALLS – On April 12th, 2020, Gary S. French ("Frenchy"),74, passed from this earthly life into his eternal rest. Gary was born on July 16th, 1945 to Stella and Albert French in Akron, Ohio.  He was a resident of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio most of his life. Gary is survived by his siblings Virginia Stauffer (Tom), Michael French (Debra),...

Apr 10, 2020

CUYAHOGA FALLS – R.L. Fitzpatrick, 94, passed away after waging the war against Covid-19; he bravely lost the battle on April 10, 2020.  He was born in Cherokee, Alabama and has resided in Cuyahoga Falls since 1967. RL married Florence, the love of his life, on August 8,1953. Mr. Fitzpatrick was a highly decorated Marine veteran serving in both...

Apr 5, 2020

CUYAHOGA FALLS – Penny Petrusky, 65, joined the angels on April 5, 2020. Penny was born on July 11, 1954 to the late Harold and Lucy Price. She spent her childhood in Boyne City, MI, but as a young adult she decided to “see the world” and moved to Jamaica followed by Daytona Beach, FL where she worked at...

Apr 4, 2020

HUDSON – Mary K. (Wallace) Clevenger, 93, of Hudson and formerly of Cuyahoga Falls and Silver Lake, passed away April 4, 2020.  Mary K. was born on August 8, 1926 in Vincennes, Indiana; the daughter of the late George and Mary Esther Goodykoontz.  She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, dedicating her life to her family.  She was...

Apr 4, 2020

Richard E. Holle, 79 of Silver Lake, passed away peacefully on April 4, 2020.  Dick was born on July 7, 1940 in Cleveland, Ohio: the son of Elmer and Elsie (Herbst) Holle.  Upon graduating from Amherst High School, Dick went on to receive his Bachelor's Degree in Math & Physics from Heidelberg University, Tiffin, Ohio.  He retired from GenCorp....

Apr 3, 2020

Verna E. Tilton, 88, of Stow, passed away peacefully on March 26, 2020. Verna was born in Piqua, Ohio; daughter of the late Harold and Sarah Eldridge. In addition to her parents, Verna was preceded in death by her sister Betty Tilton.

She is survived by her children, Susan (Thomas) Maas of Hudson, John (Gabriela) Tilton of...

Apr 3, 2020

Ruth E. Albright, 85, resident of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio and Avon Park, Florida, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2020 at her home in Florida.  Ruth was born on January 3, 1935 in Akron, Ohio, the daughter of the late Murlyn and Louise Lowery.  She worked for the Summit County Board of Mental Retardation for 18 years and was...

Apr 2, 2020

Judith Anne Ashworth, 83, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2020.  She was born  in Canton, OH, daughter of the late Wilson and Helen Amstutz.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, James E. Ashworth.

She served kids in need  for years at Summit County Children Services, first as a...

Mar 31, 2020

Lois Marie Mitcheltree (Gallagher) was called home on March 31, 2020. She passed away peacefully at Maplewood Senior Living.

Lois was born in Sharon, PA on July 7, 1931 to the late Charles and Helen Gallagher. She then married her handsome husband, Dave Mitcheltree, on October 31, 1953. They later moved to Cuyahoga Falls where they raised...

Mar 28, 2020

BOWERSTON – Eileen Cresong, 69, passed away March 28, 2020. She was born in Akron and spent most of her life in Cuyahoga Falls before moving to Bowerston. Eileen was a 1969 graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School, going on to work as an LPN for Cuyahoga Falls General Hospital. She loved animals especially horses.

Preceded in...

Mar 27, 2020

Marilyn was born and grew up on a farm surrounded by cornfields and babbling brooks in the beautiful countryside of Milan, Ohio. She was a fine student and cheerleader for the Milan High School Basketball Team of 1953. After marrying Glenn, they eventually settled in the early 1960’s as permanent residents in their beloved Stow community (Scott: Class of...

Mar 26, 2020

Gerald M. Bronko, 64, passed away March 26, 2020.  Gerald was born in Akron, Ohio on April 1, 1955, and graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School in 1975.  An accomplished musician, he served as organist and organ technician for various religious institutions, theaters, and private residences across Northeast Ohio.  Most recently, he served as Director of Music and organist...

Mar 25, 2020

Alvin A. Boehlke, 84, passed away March 25, 2020. He was born in Mequon, WI to the late John H. and Erna Boehlke. He served as the as the minister of Redeemer Lutheran Church for 13 years before serving as the chaplain of Stow Glenn.

Preceded in death by his wife, Barbara; siblings, Raymond, Lillian Otting, John,...

Mar 20, 2020

CUYAHOGA FALLS - James L. Swanson, 91, born in Akron and lived in Cuyahoga Falls since 1953, passed away peacefully on March 20, 2020. James retired in 1990 as a Pipe Fitter at Goodyear with 42 years of service. He was a member of Akron Masonic Lodge #83 F&AM, and First United Methodist Church. James enjoyed antique cars and...

Mar 12, 2020

Elizabeth Seuffert, 94, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2020.

She was a graduate of Akron University, worked at Goodyear Aircraft during WWII, and was a long-time member of St. Luke's Lutheran Church. Elizabeth was a musician and enjoyed the friendships she made in the community over years.

She was preceded in...

Feb 24, 2020

Irma Jean Wolf, 91, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2020.

Jean was born on June 25, 1928 in Akron, Ohio; daughter of the late Harry and Mary Crano.

Jean was a graduate of North High School and worked for the Summit County Board of Elections.  She was a founding member of...

Feb 22, 2020

Marissa D. Yoder, 54, of Canton, passed away February 22, 2020.

She was employed by the United States Postal Service for 14 years, earning the title of Supervisor of the Canton location (44718). Marissa was a beautiful person, loving deeply and giving generously to those in her life, and she will be greatly missed by all who...