Obituaries

Obituaries for The Billow Funeral Homes & Crematory

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Robert Thomas

Robert Thomas

Jan 12, 2014

Robert W. Thomas passed into the arms of our Heavenly Father on Sunday January 12, 2014 after a short illness. He was 85. Bob was born in Hudson and was a life-long Summit County resident, until moving to Port Orange, Florida, six years ago, after losing his wife Patricia (McKeever) in October 2006. They were married 53 years. He is...

Charles L Jackson

Charles L Jackson

Jan 12, 2014

Charles Lecil Jackson, age 89, of Montrose went home to be with The Lord on Sunday, January 12, 2014 at his home. Born October 15, 1924 in Kempton, WV, he was the son of James Arthur and Nina Irene (Cox) Jackson. He was a beloved father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Survivors include his wife of 70 years, Mildred (Kisner); three children...

Robert M. Craft

Robert M. Craft

Jan 10, 2014

Robert M. Craft, 55, died Jan. 10, 2014. He is survived by brother, James Craft and sister, Nancy Craft. Private services were held. (Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel, 330-867-41414)

Betty M. Wood

Betty M. Wood

Jan 10, 2014

Betty M. Wood, 98, died Jan. 10, 2014. Born in New Brunswick, New Jersey on Nov. 19, 1915, she lived most of her life in Akron. Preceded in death by parents, Albert J. and Bessie Kuech; and husband of 52 years, Eugene W. Wood; she is survived by sons, Barry (Edna) and Brent (Patricia) Wood; grandchildren and great grandchildren. Services...

Glenda J Oneacre

Glenda J Oneacre

Jan 9, 2014

Glenda J. Oneacre, age 82, passed away Thursday, January 9, 2014 at her home. Born August 2, 1931 in Akron, she was the daughter of Joseph and Margaret (Burke) Hays. Glenda graduated from East High School and the University of Akron where she was an active member of Alpha Delta Pi and remained active in the alumni association. She loved...

Sue S Ames

Sue S Ames

Jan 9, 2014

Sue was born in Akron, Ohio to Hazel Emily Wilson and Clarence Emerson Snyder. She attended Akron schools and graduated from Buchtel High School. A graduate of the University of Akron, she was a member of Delta Gamma Sorority, Pierian (an Activities Honorary later known as Mortar Board), Phi Sigma Alpha (Academic Honorary), and Kappa Delta Pi (Education Honorary). She...

Mildred Zateslo

Mildred Zateslo

Jan 7, 2014

Mildred Zateslo, 92, passed away January 7, 2014 in Lake Forest, IL. Born May 19, 1921 in Temperance Hall, TN to John R. and Buena Mai Reynolds, she was an Akron area resident most of her life. Mildred was a loving wife and dedicated mother. She was preceded in death by Nick, her husband of 60 years; she is survived...

John Hoffman

John Hoffman

Jan 6, 2014

John F. Hoffman III, age 54, our loved family member and friend made his glorious arrival in Heaven on Monday, January 6, 2014 after a courageous battle with a GBM-4 brain tumor, sporting a full head of hair and a smile on his face. He was surrounded by family and friends as he peacefully made his serene transition. Born July...

Grace R. Flemm

Grace R. Flemm

Jan 5, 2014

Grace R. Flemm, 90, of Copley, passed away on January 5, 2014, in the presence of her family. Born in Key West, Florida on July 9, 1923, Grace earned a degree in Nursing from Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami, Florida. Her family was always important to her and she leaves many loving memories. Her personal dream of educating her five...

Jo Ann O'Dell

Jo Ann O'Dell

Jan 5, 2014

Jo Ann O'Dell, 88, passed away Jan. 5, 2014 after a brief illness. A native of Indiana, Jo Ann earned a bachelor of science degree in chemistry and biology from Butler University. After additional education and training, she became a registered medical technologist. She was a member of Pi Beta Phi sorority, earning an early honors initiation. Jo Ann moved...

Russell Collins

Russell Collins

Jan 5, 2014

Russell L. Collins, age 75, of Cuyahoga Falls went home to be with the Lord unexpectedly on Sunday, January 5, 2014 at his home. Born February 19, 1938 in Bath, he was the son of Art and Isobel (Hunter) Collins. He was a U.S. Army Veteran and retired from Sacks Electric in 2001. His passion after his retirement was building...

Evelyn M Noble

Evelyn M Noble

Jan 4, 2014

Evelyn M. Noble, 84, passed away January 4, 2014. Born in Akron, she was a longtime resident of Fairlawn. A member of Guardian Angels Catholic Church and the Telephone Pioneers of America, Miss Noble retired from Ohio Bell in 1982. Preceded in death by her parents, Homer B. and Flora Staubach Noble; she is survived by her cousins, the Zalewski...

V Elizabeth " Libby" Monroe

V Elizabeth " Libby" Monroe

Jan 4, 2014

V. Elizabeth "Libby" Monroe Elizabeth "Libby" died at the age of 93 on January 4, 2014 in comfort of her home -- as she wanted. She was born in West Medford, Mass., on December 30, 1920. She was the youngest of four children, and graduated from Medford High School in 1938. She later graduated from the Faulkner Hospital Nursing Program...

Ruth Silver

Ruth Silver

Jan 4, 2014

Ruth Noll Silver of Akron died Jan. 4, 2014. She was 92. Born in Canton on Sept. 20, 1921, she was a true leader of her family. Ruth was a clear thinker who remained calm in times of crisis. Her home was a place of warmth and great food. Wherever she lived was home base for her family. Her calm...

Randolph A Bass

Randolph A Bass

Jan 1, 2014

Randolph A. Bass, age 68, of Coventry passed away unexpectedly at his home on Wednesday, January 1, 2014. Born May 30, 1945 in Barberton, he was the son of Alfred and Gracie (Ziegler) Bass. Mr. Bass was a U.S. Navy Veteran and had retired from Preferred Rubber in Barberton. He enjoyed spending time with his family and would meet each...

Kevin A Csontos

Kevin A Csontos

Dec 30, 2013

Kevin Alan Csontos, age 43, passed away at his home following a short illness on Monday, December 30, 2013. Born January 10, 1970 in Cleveland, he was the son of Alan and Dolores (Novotny) Csontos. Kevin attended Case Western Reserve University where he was an active member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon; he graduated from Akron University with a degree in...

Helen Louise Cullison

Helen Louise Cullison

Dec 29, 2013

Helen Louise Cullison (nee Hagen), formerly of Akron, died in Erlanger, KY December 29, 2013 at the age of 92. For many years, she was the president of the Akron Area League of Women Voters, where she arranged and moderated numerous candidates' forums, which were frequently televised in Akron. She taught American Government at Copley High School for 17 years....

Ruthann Correia

Ruthann Correia

Dec 27, 2013

Ruthann Correia, age 91, was welcomed by the Lord Dec. 27, 2013 after a brief illness. She was born in Akron, Ohio, graduated from North High School and remained a lifelong resident of Akron. She was a member of the New Covenant Community Church where she was very active and on various committees. She was active in the local AARP...

Charlene Elizabeth Hamlet

Charlene Elizabeth Hamlet

Dec 26, 2013

Charlene Elizabeth Hamlet, age 91 of Cuyahoga Falls passed away Thursday, December 26, 2013. Born March 27, 1922 in Staunton, Virginia, she was the daughter of Earl and Goldie (Roadcap) Armentrout. Survivors include her sons: Ron (Carol) of Racine, WI., Richard and Tim (Joyce) both of Cuyahoga Falls; grandchildren Amy Hamlet of Racine, WI., Elly (Chris) Gaszak of Lakeside, CA.,...

Ann M. Mckinney

Ann M. Mckinney

Dec 26, 2013

Ann McKinney, 94, passed away peacefully on December 26, three days after suffering a stroke. She was preceded in death by her husband, Luke and son, Jay. She is survived by daughters, Terry (Gary) Mercer, Linda (Ernie) Biermann; grandchildren, Laura, Lisa (Andy), Kristin, Eric (Michele); and great grandchildren, Luther, Rozalynd, and Mia. The family would like to express their sincere...

Robert Thomas

Robert Thomas

Jan 12, 2014

Robert W. Thomas passed into the arms of our Heavenly Father on Sunday January 12, 2014 after a short illness. He was 85. Bob was born in Hudson and was a life-long Summit County resident, until moving to Port Orange, Florida, six years ago, after losing his wife Patricia (McKeever) in October 2006. They were married 53 years. He is...

Charles L Jackson

Charles L Jackson

Jan 12, 2014

Charles Lecil Jackson, age 89, of Montrose went home to be with The Lord on Sunday, January 12, 2014 at his home. Born October 15, 1924 in Kempton, WV, he was the son of James Arthur and Nina Irene (Cox) Jackson. He was a beloved father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Survivors include his wife of 70 years, Mildred (Kisner); three children...

Robert M. Craft

Robert M. Craft

Jan 10, 2014

Robert M. Craft, 55, died Jan. 10, 2014. He is survived by brother, James Craft and sister, Nancy Craft. Private services were held. (Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel, 330-867-41414)

Betty M. Wood

Betty M. Wood

Jan 10, 2014

Betty M. Wood, 98, died Jan. 10, 2014. Born in New Brunswick, New Jersey on Nov. 19, 1915, she lived most of her life in Akron. Preceded in death by parents, Albert J. and Bessie Kuech; and husband of 52 years, Eugene W. Wood; she is survived by sons, Barry (Edna) and Brent (Patricia) Wood; grandchildren and great grandchildren. Services...

Glenda J Oneacre

Glenda J Oneacre

Jan 9, 2014

Glenda J. Oneacre, age 82, passed away Thursday, January 9, 2014 at her home. Born August 2, 1931 in Akron, she was the daughter of Joseph and Margaret (Burke) Hays. Glenda graduated from East High School and the University of Akron where she was an active member of Alpha Delta Pi and remained active in the alumni association. She loved...

Sue S Ames

Sue S Ames

Jan 9, 2014

Sue was born in Akron, Ohio to Hazel Emily Wilson and Clarence Emerson Snyder. She attended Akron schools and graduated from Buchtel High School. A graduate of the University of Akron, she was a member of Delta Gamma Sorority, Pierian (an Activities Honorary later known as Mortar Board), Phi Sigma Alpha (Academic Honorary), and Kappa Delta Pi (Education Honorary). She...

Mildred Zateslo

Mildred Zateslo

Jan 7, 2014

Mildred Zateslo, 92, passed away January 7, 2014 in Lake Forest, IL. Born May 19, 1921 in Temperance Hall, TN to John R. and Buena Mai Reynolds, she was an Akron area resident most of her life. Mildred was a loving wife and dedicated mother. She was preceded in death by Nick, her husband of 60 years; she is survived...

John Hoffman

John Hoffman

Jan 6, 2014

John F. Hoffman III, age 54, our loved family member and friend made his glorious arrival in Heaven on Monday, January 6, 2014 after a courageous battle with a GBM-4 brain tumor, sporting a full head of hair and a smile on his face. He was surrounded by family and friends as he peacefully made his serene transition. Born July...

Grace R. Flemm

Grace R. Flemm

Jan 5, 2014

Grace R. Flemm, 90, of Copley, passed away on January 5, 2014, in the presence of her family. Born in Key West, Florida on July 9, 1923, Grace earned a degree in Nursing from Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami, Florida. Her family was always important to her and she leaves many loving memories. Her personal dream of educating her five...

Jo Ann O'Dell

Jo Ann O'Dell

Jan 5, 2014

Jo Ann O'Dell, 88, passed away Jan. 5, 2014 after a brief illness. A native of Indiana, Jo Ann earned a bachelor of science degree in chemistry and biology from Butler University. After additional education and training, she became a registered medical technologist. She was a member of Pi Beta Phi sorority, earning an early honors initiation. Jo Ann moved...

Russell Collins

Russell Collins

Jan 5, 2014

Russell L. Collins, age 75, of Cuyahoga Falls went home to be with the Lord unexpectedly on Sunday, January 5, 2014 at his home. Born February 19, 1938 in Bath, he was the son of Art and Isobel (Hunter) Collins. He was a U.S. Army Veteran and retired from Sacks Electric in 2001. His passion after his retirement was building...

Evelyn M Noble

Evelyn M Noble

Jan 4, 2014

Evelyn M. Noble, 84, passed away January 4, 2014. Born in Akron, she was a longtime resident of Fairlawn. A member of Guardian Angels Catholic Church and the Telephone Pioneers of America, Miss Noble retired from Ohio Bell in 1982. Preceded in death by her parents, Homer B. and Flora Staubach Noble; she is survived by her cousins, the Zalewski...

V Elizabeth " Libby" Monroe

V Elizabeth " Libby" Monroe

Jan 4, 2014

V. Elizabeth "Libby" Monroe Elizabeth "Libby" died at the age of 93 on January 4, 2014 in comfort of her home -- as she wanted. She was born in West Medford, Mass., on December 30, 1920. She was the youngest of four children, and graduated from Medford High School in 1938. She later graduated from the Faulkner Hospital Nursing Program...

Ruth Silver

Ruth Silver

Jan 4, 2014

Ruth Noll Silver of Akron died Jan. 4, 2014. She was 92. Born in Canton on Sept. 20, 1921, she was a true leader of her family. Ruth was a clear thinker who remained calm in times of crisis. Her home was a place of warmth and great food. Wherever she lived was home base for her family. Her calm...

Randolph A Bass

Randolph A Bass

Jan 1, 2014

Randolph A. Bass, age 68, of Coventry passed away unexpectedly at his home on Wednesday, January 1, 2014. Born May 30, 1945 in Barberton, he was the son of Alfred and Gracie (Ziegler) Bass. Mr. Bass was a U.S. Navy Veteran and had retired from Preferred Rubber in Barberton. He enjoyed spending time with his family and would meet each...

Kevin A Csontos

Kevin A Csontos

Dec 30, 2013

Kevin Alan Csontos, age 43, passed away at his home following a short illness on Monday, December 30, 2013. Born January 10, 1970 in Cleveland, he was the son of Alan and Dolores (Novotny) Csontos. Kevin attended Case Western Reserve University where he was an active member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon; he graduated from Akron University with a degree in...

Helen Louise Cullison

Helen Louise Cullison

Dec 29, 2013

Helen Louise Cullison (nee Hagen), formerly of Akron, died in Erlanger, KY December 29, 2013 at the age of 92. For many years, she was the president of the Akron Area League of Women Voters, where she arranged and moderated numerous candidates' forums, which were frequently televised in Akron. She taught American Government at Copley High School for 17 years....

Ruthann Correia

Ruthann Correia

Dec 27, 2013

Ruthann Correia, age 91, was welcomed by the Lord Dec. 27, 2013 after a brief illness. She was born in Akron, Ohio, graduated from North High School and remained a lifelong resident of Akron. She was a member of the New Covenant Community Church where she was very active and on various committees. She was active in the local AARP...

Charlene Elizabeth Hamlet

Charlene Elizabeth Hamlet

Dec 26, 2013

Charlene Elizabeth Hamlet, age 91 of Cuyahoga Falls passed away Thursday, December 26, 2013. Born March 27, 1922 in Staunton, Virginia, she was the daughter of Earl and Goldie (Roadcap) Armentrout. Survivors include her sons: Ron (Carol) of Racine, WI., Richard and Tim (Joyce) both of Cuyahoga Falls; grandchildren Amy Hamlet of Racine, WI., Elly (Chris) Gaszak of Lakeside, CA.,...

Ann M. Mckinney

Ann M. Mckinney

Dec 26, 2013

Ann McKinney, 94, passed away peacefully on December 26, three days after suffering a stroke. She was preceded in death by her husband, Luke and son, Jay. She is survived by daughters, Terry (Gary) Mercer, Linda (Ernie) Biermann; grandchildren, Laura, Lisa (Andy), Kristin, Eric (Michele); and great grandchildren, Luther, Rozalynd, and Mia. The family would like to express their sincere...

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