Obituaries

Solomon A. Cokes, Jr.

Solomon A. Cokes, Jr.

Sep 20, 2023

 

Solomon A. Cokes, Jr. of Estero, FL, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2023 after fighting a short and brave battle against lung cancer. Solomon was born to Solomon A. Cokes, Sr. and Ethel V. Cokes on September 26, 1937 in Philadelphia, PA. The family moved to Suffolk, VA where he graduated from Booker T. Washington High School and...

Nanette Marie Kozma

Nanette Marie Kozma

Sep 19, 2023

STOW- Nanette Marie Kozma, 65, passed away September 19, 2023.

 

Nanette is survived by her loving companion of 34 years, Richard Ptak, the entire Ptak family and their dog, Amy.

 

The family will be having private services.

Russell James Sholle II

Russell James Sholle II

Sep 17, 2023

CUYAHOGA FALLS- Russell James Sholle II, 75, passed away on September 17, 2023.

 

Russell was born March 24, 1948, to the late Russell James and Evelyn Irene Sholle. He attended and graduated from Nordonia High School. After high school, Russell enlisted in the U.S. Navy where he served honorably during the Vietnam conflict.  While working at Lucerne Products, he...

Joan "Toots" Ginn

Joan "Toots" Ginn

Sep 15, 2023

 

Joan “Toots” Ginn, age 89, of Brimfield, Ohio, passed away peacefully on September 15, 2023.

Joan is survived by her sons, Michael Ginn and Terry Ginn, her granddaughters, Erin Ginn and Abby Ginn, her daughter in-laws, Mitzie Ginn and Dafne Ginn, her sister in-laws, Margaret Colant and Sally Winer, step grandchildren, Seth and Autumn and a large extended family....

Inez E. Dudek

Inez E. Dudek

Sep 15, 2023

Inez E. Dudek, loving wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully September 15, 2023. Inez was born on June 5, 1923 in Sandyville, WV and was blessed to celebrated her 100th birthday this year.  Inez was beautiful, outgoing, unique and had a one-of-a-kind spunk that will be so dearly missed by her family and those who had the pleasure of...

Eileen O'Brien

Eileen O'Brien

Sep 15, 2023

Our Dear Mother has gone home.

Eileen Rae O’Brien, 80, passed away quietly at home on September 15, 2023.  Born in Yonkers, NY in December 1942 to Frederick and Saimi O’Brien. Her wonderfully full life was centered around and all about family. The oldest sister of 8 children – John (Maria), Lillian (Thomas), William (Judy), James (Christinna), Frederick (Doris), Bernard...

Laura Mellinger

Laura Mellinger

Sep 11, 2023

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Laura Mellinger, 89, passed away on September 11, 2023. Born in Akron, Ohio, she was a graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School and earned a degree at Kent State University.

 

She is preceded in death by her parents, Leon and Ruth Happoldt.

 

She is survived by her loving husband of 68 years, Donald, and...

Lori Siegenthaler

Lori Siegenthaler

Sep 10, 2023

 

CUYAHOGA FALLS- Lori Siegenthaler, 62, passed away on September 10, 2023. She was born in Akron on June 26, 1961. She was the daughter of William “Bill” and Jean Siegenthaler. A graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School, she went on to become a cosmetologist until her accident that prevented her from doing so. She loved music, nature, and poetry,...

Robert W. Sheppard

Robert W. Sheppard

Sep 10, 2023

Robert W. Sheppard, 54, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away unexpectedly on September 10, 2023.  Rob was born on August 25, 1969 in Milton, Florida, son of Pete and Margaret Sheppard.  He was a graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School, class of 1987.  Rob was employed at Summit Racing for 17 years, and outside of work, he enjoyed playing guitar, listening...

Floyd Conner

Floyd Conner

Sep 6, 2023

NORTHAMPTON- Floyd Conner, 96, passed away September 6, 2023. He was born in Cambridge, OH to the late Carl and Gladys Conner and resided in Northampton for the past 70 years. Floyd was a WWII veteran serving his country in the U.S. Army. He worked as a supervisor for Midwest Rubber Co, Parker Tire and retired from the Woodridge School...

Richard Eberly

Richard Eberly

Sep 3, 2023

CUYAHOGA FALLS- Richard “Dick” Eberly, 84, passed away on September 3, 2023, at his home surrounded by his loving family. Richard was born to the late Murl and Ivy Eberly on November 6,1938 in Cuyahoga Falls, OH. Richard graduated from CFHS in January 1957. After graduation Richard volunteered to serve his country in the United States Army. In 1959 Richard...

Barbara Ann Bibler

Barbara Ann Bibler

Sep 2, 2023

Barbara Ann Bibler,70, of Cuyahoga Falls, was welcomed Home into the arms of Jesus on September 2, 2023. She was born in South Bend, IN, daughter of the late Albert and Beverly (Danford) Niven.  Barbara was the owner/operator of Falls Medical Services, retiring with 23 years of service.  

Barbara had a deep faith in Christ, which she loved to...

Luther Robert Payne

Luther Robert Payne

Sep 1, 2023

CUYAHOGA FALLS-Luther Robert Payne, 62, passed away September 1, 2023. He was born in Cuyahoga Falls and was a lifelong resident graduating from Cuyahoga Falls High School in 1980. Luther was active in the Boy Scouts earning the rank of Eagle Scout. He served his country in the U.S. Navy, Currently working at Jo Ann Fabrics. Luther enjoyed hiking, fishing,...

Patricia Johnson

Patricia Johnson

Sep 1, 2023

Patricia “Pat” Johnson, 82, residing in Monroe Falls and formerly of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2023.  She was born in Cleveland, Ohio on June 16, 1941, daughter of the late Maurice and Mary Pinkerton.  Pat was a graduate of St. Joseph Academy and went on to receive her bachelor’s degree from Kent State University.  Pat spent...

Joyce Ruth Haberkost

Joyce Ruth Haberkost

Aug 31, 2023

Joyce Ruth Haberkost passed peacefully August 31, 2023.  Joyce was born December 2, 1922 to George and Winnie Goldwood in Cuyahoga Falls OH, and celebrated her 100th birthday last December with her entire family. Joyce leaves her children Richard Haberkost (Gayle Giles), Donald Haberkost (Susan Brown), Deanna Gartman (Jim, deceased), Deborah Mulholand (Neal) and Denise Wagner (Jerry, deceased); nine grandchildren...

William P. Knarr

William P. Knarr

Aug 26, 2023

William P. Knarr, brother, father, grandfather, friend and veteran, passed away on 8/26/2023 at the age of 76.  

"I will always be with you in spirit."

Per his wishes, cremation has taken place and no services will be held.

Diane Winston

Diane Winston

Aug 21, 2023

 

Diane Winston, in the early morning hours of August 21, went home to her beloved Jesus Christ at the age of 73, following a very brief illness. A faithful and confident believer in Jesus, she spoke of Him to EVERYONE she came in contact with - friends, family, neighbors and total strangers. Everyone who walked into her home left...

Marilyn L. Bowen

Marilyn L. Bowen

Aug 21, 2023

Marilyn L. Bowen, longtime resident of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away August 21, 2023 at the age of 76. Marilyn was born in Springfield, Massachusetts, daughter of the late William and Ethel (Wood) Clifton. Marilyn was very thoughtful, fiercely independent and quite selfless, always seeking to put others before herself. She was generous and kind, and truly loved nothing more than...

Gretchen Freund

Gretchen Freund

Aug 20, 2023

 

CUYAHOGA FALLS- Gretchen Freund, 48, danced her way into heaven on August 20, 2023. Born August 15, 1975, Gretchen was a 1993 graduate of Wadsworth High School. She graduated in 1998 from the University of Akron with a degree in elementary education. She was the only girl surrounded by four loving brothers – a princess among pirates. Gretchen was...

Pearl M Shannon

Pearl M Shannon

Aug 14, 2023

CUYAHOGA FALLS- Pearl M. Shannon, 86, passed away on August 14, 2023, with her loving family at her side. She was born on February 15, 1937, to the late Noel and Pearl Farabaugh. Pearl was a former resident of Aurora, OH. Pearl married the love of her life, Lonnie Shannon in 1953. Pearl and Lonnie had 3 children. Pearl enjoyed...

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