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Cuyahoga Falls - Viola Miller, 95, passed away September 17, 2022. Mrs. Miller was born in South Fork, Pennsylvania and graduated from East High School. She retired as a Bookkeeper at Miller Transfer Trucking of Cuyahoga Falls. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Bevan, and her son, Dana. Viola will be dearly missed by her daughter, Diane (Marvin Tandy) Miller of Cuyahoga Falls, and her many friends at Bath Creek Estates. Cremation has taken place. There will be no calling hours or service. Remembrances may be made to Good Neighbors of Cuyahoga Falls, P.O. Box 233, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44222. Services entrusted to Clifford-Shoemaker Funeral Home, 330-928-2147.

Frank (Francis) S. Balogh entered into eternal peace on Wednesday, June 29, 2022. Dad was born October 27, 1927, the third son of Anna and Joseph Balogh. He attended Kenmore schools, graduating in 1945. He worked at Firestone until he was drafted into the military in 1946. Dad served in the Navy aboard the U.S.S. Guadalupe escorting oil tankers used during WWII from Japan back to San Diego, California Following his military service, he returned to Akron where he met his future wife, Dolores on a blind date. Dad said it wasn't "love at first sight" but was a love that lasted 72 years until Mom's passing May 22, 2021. Dad worked hard to make a living for his family. He learned machining at...

Lisabeth A. Dayton, 41, of Canton, passed away May 13, 2022. She was born on April 17, 1981 in San Francisco, California. Lisabeth was a wonderful chef who had a big heart. She was beautifully strong and independent, and went out of her way to care for others. She will be dearly missed by her children, Aniyah (Torrin) and Diante (Bianka); 4 grandchildren, Haylo, Kyrii, Ma'Lani and Lei'Lani; mother, Elizabeth (James); father, Richard (Kathy); siblings, Patrick and Heather (Adam); niece, Kaitlyn; nephew, AJ; best friends, Kim, Becky, Heather,Tiffany and Verlenzie, and numerous extended family members and friends. Private services have been held. Arrangements entrusted to...

Russell L. Brokaw, age 80 of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on April 28th 2022. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle. Russell was born in Bellville, Ohio on a farm where he grew up. After graduating from high school, Mr. Brokaw served in the U.S. Army, and was stationed at the White House during the Kennedy administration as a cryptographer. Following his service in the Army, he had a 28 year career with the Ohio State Highway Patrol and retired as a Sergeant. He also served as a driving instructor and felony apprehension coach at the Highway Patrol Academy. Mr. Brokaw received several awards and ribbons for his actions with situations encountered while on the...

Cuyahoga Falls, OH- Kenneth Lee Vanderbush, age 79, son of Fred and Cora Vanderbush of Follansbee, WV entered his heavenly home on April 2, 2022. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by brothers, Ferrnal, Fred Jr. and Charles. He also lost his wife Sandra Gwinn Vanderbush in 1995 due to an auto accident. He left behind his beloved wife, Ann Nelson Vagner Vanderbush., brother, Richard (Yogi) and sister, Alice Wells Marshalls, Tx; daughters, Elaine (Greg) Siler and Denise (Mark) Himes. Other Family members James (Leslie) Vagner, Ruth Junke, Lois (Tim) Smith and Kathleen Cline. There are 14 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Ken was a hard worker and loyal to all friends, a member...

Elvis has left the building. Mack Wicks of Buchtel, Ohio, 83, and long life resident of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio passed peacefully on March 16, 2022. Preceded in death by his matriarchal wife Judith A. Pincelli, infant son Mack and eleven brothers and sisters. He is survived by children Michele R. Johnston (Mark Geitgey), Stephen Wicks, Matt Wicks (Nikki), Lisa Hacker (Tim), and Tammy Lee; seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Mack was a contractor, retired iron worker and retired General Motors employee. He enjoyed his home, golf, Gunsmoke, gardening, and fixing a drink, but most of all, enjoyed his neighbors, family, friends and anyone with a sense of humor. Especially if they...

Louise Royce, n?e Holmes, 93, passed away March 9, 2022 after a brief illness. She was preceded in death by husband Rodney D. Royce and is survived by daughter Diana (Paul) Johnson of Illinois, son David (Mollie) Royce of Akron, granddaughter Sylvia (St?phane) Meyer of France, and great-grandsons Nathanael and Zachary. Louise was born and raised in Washington State and then graduated from Willamette University (Salem, Oregon) where she was a Delta Gamma member. After college she moved to Seattle where she met and married her husband in 1955. He was a National Park Service Ranger with the most recent assignment being Cuyahoga Valley National Park. She was a member of Grandview United...

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Yvonne Jarvis, 84, passed away on March 2, 2022. She was the daughter of the late Rexford and Ruth Pennington and was born on October 23, 1937. Yvonne was married to the love of her life the late Jesse S. Jarvis for 54 years. Yvonne dedicated her life, to her husband and 5 children. She was a member of Lighthouse Community Church in Cuyahoga Falls. She was preceded in death by her siblings, Nancy Cortner, Guilford Pennington, Dovie Carr, Eleanor Gaone, Kay Key and Emma Jean Cozart. Yvonne will be missed by her children, Tanya (Paul) Laurella, Carl (Kim) Jarvis, Carla (Tim) Bethea, Karen (Dale) Hartz, William (Julie) Jarvis; grandchildren, Vanessa, Zachary, Ashley, Brittany...

Jack D. Heck 77 of Tallmadge and formerly of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio lost his battle with Alzheimer's disease on 02/24/2022. Owner of Heck Fall's beverage, retired school bus driver for APS and owner of Jacks mow and snow. Those who knew him knew he was quite the jokester, loved dancing and being out on the bike! He is preceded in death by his parents Dorothy and Jack Heck, Brother Ronald Heck, sons JD Heck and David Fisher. He is survived by Brother Gerald (Ann) Heck of Florida, Daughter Kimberly Rendleman of Ohio, Daughter Tami (Robert) Gardner of California, Sons Timothy and Todd (Lila) Heck of South Dakota. Step daughter Jill Yelling. He is also survived by a plethora of...

CITY of Green - Sandra Fae Madick, 76, died peacefully on February 23, 2022. Sandi was born in Akron, raised in Coventry Twp. and was a longtime resident of the City of Green. She was a retired Customer Service Representative for First Energy and had previously worked for Myers Industries. She was preceded in death by her parents, Milt and Mae Shoemaker and is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law, Lisa and Troy Leeman of San Diego, CA, Kendra and Adam Callihan and Carrie and D.J. Biasella, all of the city of Green. grandchildren, Arden, Ryker and Tate Leeman, Caleb, Olivia and Jillian Youngman and Makenna Biasella; brother and sister-in-law, Ken and Marty Shoemaker of Coventry Twp. ...

James "Sonny" Fanelly was born August 18, 1934 to James and Jane Fanelly. He passed away peacefully on Monday, February 21, 2022 surrounded by his loving family. Sonny attended North High School where he excelled in track and field and held the pole vault record for many years. He met his wife Shirley while they were both juniors in High School. Upon graduation, he entered the Army where he served 2 years. After returning home, he proposed to his future bride, and they would have celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary on March 2, 2022. He worked for a short time at Goodyear and the Rex Humbard Foundation before he joined Atlas Fluid Components, retiring at age 65. Sonny was a...

James "Sonny" J. Fanelly, 87, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away February 21, 2022. Guests are welcome to visit with the family on Friday, February 25, 2022 from 4-7 pm at Clifford-Shoemaker Funeral Home, 1930 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221. Full obituary in Thursday's edition. To share condolences with the family, please visit www.CliffordShoemaker.com.

Cuyahoga Falls- Joseph A. House Sr., 89, went home to be with the Lord on February 20, 2022. Joseph was born on July 12, 1932, to the late Joseph G. and Ruth House. Joseph served as principal of Redeemer Lutheran School for 31 years. He was also a long-time member of Redeemer Lutheran Church. Joseph was involved in many civic organizations and committees. He was a past member of the City of Cuyahoga Falls Planning Commission and was named citizen of the year in 2008. For 25 years Joseph volunteered at Western Reserve Hospital. Joseph also served for 29 year on the executive board of Mohican School in the Out of Doors. Joseph was preceded in death by his loving wife of 67 years Marie...

Amity Lynn Poole, age 45, of Barberton, passed away on February 20, 2022. Amie spent much of her life residing in Barberton with her lifelong partner of 27 years, Jose Rodriguez. Amie devoted her life to her family including her two sons, Alex Najar and Manny Rodriguez. Amie could often be found supporting her sons at sporting events when they were growing up, spending time with her grandson Arlo, taking her beloved dog Bentley on walks around the neighborhood, and she was known by all for her infamous phone calls. Amie took ownership of the River City Bar & Grille, a family-owned business, in 2019. The River City is a local Cuyahoga Falls hangout that has been in the community for 20...

Cuyahoga Falls- Glenwood C. Witsaman Jr. passed away February 18, 2022 at the Arbors of Stow after several years of declining health. Born in Akron on October, 15 1930 and living in the Akron area his entire life, Glen graduated from Central High School in 1949. During his school years he ran track, was a pole vaulter, and played football as part of the 1947 city championship team. Glen was a proud Navy veteran, serving between 1949 - 1956. Whenever asked which ship he served on, Glen would always joke that the Navy never put him on a ship because he "couldn't swim." Eventually Glen found his way to Goodyear, beginning his career as part of a traveling marketing team affixing signage to...

Frederick Ralph Booth, sweet and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, died on February 17, 2022. He wore the very best smile, did so many things for others, and loved his family fiercely. Calling hours will be held on Monday, February 28 at Clifford-Shoemaker in Cuyahoga Falls from 11am-1pm, followed immediately by a service. He will be laid to rest at Oakwood Cemetery. To view full obituary, please visit www.CliffordShoemaker.com.

Formally of Monroe Falls- Werner Otto Wolff, 91, passed away February 17, 2022. Born December 24, 1930, in Hessen, Germany, he was the son of Erwin and Emma Wolff and grew up in Germany. Werner departed Germany at the age of 21, Where he was studying to become a Locomotive engineer, but the program was cancelled at the end of World War II. Werner immigrated to the U.S., became a citizen, and enlisted in the U.S. Army. Later Werner became a barber and owned 2 barber shops. Werner married Henrietta Till, who became his wife of 63 years, and raised 2 children, David and Erich. Werner's helpful nature assisted many in need, and he sponsored many people, who have become resourceful U.S....

Marjorie Ann Hess, 72, life-long area resident, passed away unexpectedly on February 16, 2022. Marge was born on October 8, 1949 in Akron, Ohio to Alfred and Evelyn Neusser, both deceased. She retired from the U.S. Department of Defense as a Financial Analyst with many years of service. Marge was an avid gardener, collector of cats, Donald Duck items, and anything purple. Marge will be dearly missed by siblings, Jim (Pam) Neusser and Barb Thompson; daughters, Tina (Scott) Voss and Becci Freeman (Darrell Davis); light of her life, beloved grandson, Alex Voss; and many nieces, nephews and extended family members and friends. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 23, 2022 from 5-7...

Margaret Jean Marino, long-time resident of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2022 at the age of 88. Margaret was born on September 22, 1933 in Philippi, West Virginia, daughter of the late Benton and Ruth (Moore) Lantz. She was a graduate of Central High School and devoted her time to raising her 5 boys. Margaret enjoyed the connections she made while working as a waitress for 70 years. She met many friendly faces serving the community at Dodie's Cafe in Highland Square, Dale's Restaurant and Village Garden Restaurant & Pub. She is survived by her sons, Joseph, Vincent (Laurie White), Michael (Jennifer), Amedio (Stacey), and Anthony Marino; grandchildren,...

Akron -Josephine Robinson was born on December 12th, 1932, to the late James and Eleanor Spadaro in Mount Hope, West Virginia. Her passing into heaven occurred on February 11th, 2022. She leaves behind her loving Husband Earl, Daughter Rebecca & Son-in-law Danny McCann of Las Vegas, Nevada. Granddaughter Sandy Mauro with Great Grandson Austin & Great Granddaughter Sophia of Lake Mary, Florida. Brothers Ted Spadaro and his wife Sharon of Princeton, West Virginia. Sisters Rose Stover of Mount Hope, West Virginia. Marie Bentley of Elyria, Ohio. Edith Bevins of Columbus, Ohio and many nieces and nephews. Jo was an active member of her church, North Hampton United Methodist Church where...

COPLEY - Wanda J. Quick, passed away February 7, 2022. She was born in Akron, OH and resided in Copley. Wanda worked many years as an Avon salesperson and later worked as a medical records clerk for Akron Children's Hospital. She enjoyed traveling with her husband, fishing and spending time with her greatgrandchildren. Wanda was a very caring person that loved to help others and was a rockstar Bingo player. Preceded in death by her parents, George and Vida O 'Shell; husband, Guy; brothers, Ben, Fred and Homer O' Shell and son-in-law, Melvin Thomas; she is survived by her daughters, Sandra Thomas and Jackie (Vern) Ingersoll; grandchildren, Tamara Conrad, Melvin "Zach" Thomas, Jennifer...