Obituaries

Nancy Veraar

Nancy Veraar

Aug 19, 2016

HUDSON - Nancy Veraar, 100, passed away August 19, 2016. She was born in Dowagiac, MI and resided in North Canton before moving to Hudson, where she lived for the past 20 years. Nancy graduated from the University of Texas, going onto retire from Lake Local Schools after 30 years of teaching. She enjoyed playing bridge, reading and spending time...

Janet Reaves

Janet Reaves

Aug 15, 2016

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Janet Louise Reaves, 70, passed away August 15, 2016. She was born in Akron, Ohio and resided in Cuyahoga Falls until she moved to Warwick, Rhode Island. Janet was a graduate of Ellet High School and a member of The Chapel in Akron until her permanent move to Rhode Island in 2006. While enjoying her retirement in...

William Hallauer

William Hallauer

Aug 14, 2016

CUYAHOGA FALLS - William "Bill" Hallauer, 68 passed away August 14, 2016. Bill was born in Wadsworth and resided most of his life in the Akron area. He graduated from North High School in 1966. He worked at the Summit County DD Board. He coached Special Olympics for several years and attended Christ Community Chapel in Hudson. He was preceded...

Thelma Hazell

Thelma Hazell

Aug 11, 2016

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Thelma J. Hazell, 78, passed away August 11, 2016. She was born and grew up in Akron, graduating from North High School in 1955. After meeting her husband on blind date they married and resided in Cuyahoga Falls, where they raised their family. Preceded in death by her parents, Olen and Mable Hardy; sister, Marilyn Payton; she...

Phyllis Leiner

Phyllis Leiner

Aug 10, 2016

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Phyllis L. Leiner, 75 passed away August 10, 2016. She was born in Barberton and grew up in Doylestown, before moving to Cuyahoga Falls. Phyllis graduated from Doylestown High School and attended University of Akron. She retired as the guidance secretary of Sill Middle School in 2004. Phyllis was a member of 1st Christian Church where she...

Paul III

Paul III

Aug 10, 2016

STOW- Paul Anthony Bertsch III, 47, died unexpectedly August 10, 2016. Paul was born in Akron, raised in Cuyahoga Falls and resided in Stow. He had attended Walsh Jesuit High School before graduating from Cuyahoga Falls High School (1987). He attended the University of Akron, before leaving to establish BirchTree Service of which he was the owner-operator for more than...

Ruth Williams

Ruth Williams

Aug 9, 2016

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Ruth Esther Williams, 90, passed away August 9, 2016. She was a life-long area resident. She was born in Akron, Ohio to Chalmers and Ferne (Strole) Beward. She was a long time member of Grandview United Methodist Church. Preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, C.E.; sisters Pauline, Betty and Charlotte; she is survived by...

Ronald Stillwell

Ronald Stillwell

Aug 9, 2016

STREETSBORO - Ronald L. Stillwell, 59, passed away peacefully August 9, 2016. He was part owner of Stillwell Equipment for the past 42 years. Ronald was a member of Local 18 and Vice President of United Foundations, Inc. Ron had many hobbies. He enjoyed collecting antique bottles, racing, fishing and boating. He loved going on cruises. He was dedicated to...

Phyllis Casper

Phyllis Casper

Aug 8, 2016

"Together Forever" CUYAHOGA FALLS - Phyllis Louise Casper, 91 passed away August 8, 2016. She was born in North Canton and resided in Cuyahoga Falls for the past 65 years. Phyllis worked as a nursing assistant for the Summit County Health Dept. and was a member of the Bethany United Church of Christ. She was an avid quilter and loved...

Harry Davis

Harry Davis

Aug 4, 2016

"Together Again" CUYAHOGA FALLS - Harry Doyle Davis, 87, went to be with the Lord on August 4, 2016. He was preceded in death by his wife and love of his life, Jean Annette Davis; parents Edwin and Ida Davis (stepmother Pearl); and brothers, J.R., Bill, George and (Rose Marie) Davis; as well as in-laws Lewis and Mrytle Wise. He...

Margaret Weitzel

Margaret Weitzel

Aug 1, 2016

"Together Again" CUYAHOGA FALLS - Margaret J. Weitzel passed away August 1, 2016. Born in Widen, WV on August 30, 1925, Margaret lived most her life in Cuyahoga Falls with her husband, Lewis Weitzel. They were married for 47 years, he passed away in December 2014. She was a member of the Twin Falls Methodist Church and loved her children...

Elsie Garner

Elsie Garner

Aug 1, 2016

CUYAHOGA FALLS -Elsie Garner, 91, passed away August 1, 2016. She was born in Alto, TN and resided in Cuyahoga Falls for the past 64 years. Elsie was a loving mother and grandmother and was a friend to all. She enjoyed sewing and cooking for the family. Preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Rye; she is survived by her...

Timothy Bridenthal

Timothy Bridenthal

Jul 28, 2016

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Timothy Allen Bridenthal, 55, passed away July 28, 2016. He was a life-long Cuyahoga Falls resident. Tim served his country in the U.S. Navy, going on to retire for Iron Workers Local 17 after 16 years of service. He was a dedicated husband and father, who never missed any of his kid's games or practices. Tim truly...

Geordan Farkas

Geordan Farkas

Jul 27, 2016

Geordan Allen Farkas, 26, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday July 27 2016. He was a loving brother, son, grandson, uncle, and friend. Geordan was an amazingly giving and nurturing person. Although his life was brief, he spent his time on earth showing love and compassion to everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. Geordan was ready with a smile...

Herbert Walker

Herbert Walker

Jul 27, 2016

Herbert Lewis Walker,91, died July 27, 2016. He was born in Middlesboro, Kentucky and had resided in Cuyahoga Falls most of his life. Herbert was an active member of Bethany United Church of Christ and an Army Veteran of WWII. He was retired from RCA as a T.V. repairman. He was preceded in death by his wife Agnes. Herbert is...

John Kline

John Kline

Jul 27, 2016

"Then and Now" CUYAHOGA FALLS - John Richard Kline, 68, passed away July 27, 2016. He was born in Akron and was a life-long Cuyahoga Falls resident. John was the owner/operator of Falls Foreign Auto Parts. He enjoyed restoring antique cars and building hot rods. Preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Ruth; sister, Sandra (James) Smith; He is...

Eugene Ricker

Eugene Ricker

Jul 21, 2016

"Together Again" CUYAHOGA FALLS - Eugene A. Ricker, 91, passed away July 21, 2016. He was a life-long Cuyahoga Falls Resident, graduating from Cuyahoga Falls High School in 1943. Eugene served his country in the U.S. Navy during WWII and retired from Sheet Metal Local 70/33. He was a member of the V.F.W. Ralph Huff Post 1062 and enjoyed fishing...

Bernice Wyatt

Bernice Wyatt

Jul 20, 2016

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Bernice Wyatt, 85, passed away peacefully in her home July 20,2016 with her children and grandchildren by her side. She came to Cuyahoga Falls from Jellico, TN in 1948 and met and married her husband Charles "Buck" Wyatt. She worked at Akron Equipment for 25 years and was active in her children's schools and coached the Yankee's...

Gary Schott

Gary Schott

Jul 18, 2016

AKRON - Gary E. Schott, 63, passed away unexpectedly July 18, 2016. He was a life-long Akron resident. Gary graduated from Firestone High School in 1971, going on to serve his country in the Vietnam War as a member of the U.S.A.F. He proudly worked for the Akron Beacon Journal for 20 years. He was a hard worker, and proud...

Matthew Kerr

Matthew Kerr

Jul 18, 2016

Matthew M. Kerr, 23, went to Heaven on July 18, 2016. He was born September 29, 1992 and was a graduate of Tallmadge High School. He was currently a senior at The University of Akron working on a PPE (Philosophy, Politics, and Economics) degree. He was currently employed with Americans For Prosperity. Matthew loved working out, being with friends and...