Obituaries
Obituaries for The Billow Funeral Homes & Crematory
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones
Patricia Linehan Jenkins
Jul 20, 2012
Patricia Ann Linehan Jenkins, born November 21, 1924 in Akron, Ohio, passed peacefully at her home July 20, 2012. A member of St. Hilary Catholic Church, Junior Women's Civic Club, St. Sebastian Church Little Flowers Garden Club, Patricia volunteered at Stan Hywet Hall and retired from St. Thomas Hospital in 1992. Preceded in death by her first husband, Emmett "Red"...

Mary Eloise (Brown/Sutphen) Mild
Jul 17, 2012
Mary Eloise (Brown/Sutphen) was born on March 1, 1920 to Emery A. and Wilhelmine (Fehr) Brown in Parkersburg, West Virginia. She passed from this life on July 17, 2012. She had been employed as a church secretary for 23 years. She had also been a charter member of Westminster Presbyterian Church where she served as a Deacon and Elder. Preceded...
Marilyn D. Hodge
Jul 16, 2012
Marilyn D. Hodge passed away on Monday, July 16th after an extended bout with breast cancer. She was born in West Hazelton, Pa. on November 30, 1925. She was a registered nurse and homemaker. Marilyn was the widow of Dr. James R. Hodge who passed away in 1994. They both loved travelling and dancing. They were both members of Fairlawn...

Helen R. Rech
Jul 15, 2012
Helen R. Rech, 90, past away July 15, 2012 in Ft. Worth, Texas. She was born in Kenmore, Ohio on November 17, 1921. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of fifty nine years, Kenneth L. Rech (2002) and her siblings, Margaret, Robert, Mildred, Doris, and Effie. Helen is survived by her children, Nancy Dye Molinar (Oscar) of...
Clifford Eugene Abbott
Jul 13, 2012
Clifford Eugene Abbott, 88, went to meet his Lord on July 13, 2012. Born in Shadyside, Ohio on February 15, 1924 to William E. and Lula Abbott. Clifford was a graduate of West High School and the University of Akron. He served in the U.S. Army Corps. during WWII. He was a chemist for Phillips Petroleum for 34 ½ years...
Phllip D'Avello
Jul 13, 2012
Phillip D'Avello, 88, passed away on Friday, July 13, 2012 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was born April 17, 1924 and had lived his life in Akron. He attended West High School and worked 42 years at Goodyear Tire and Rubber. Preceded in death by parents, Michael and Carmella D'Avello; brothers, Anthony and Henry; he leaves...
Nancy Collins Parry
Jul 12, 2012
Nancy Collins Parry -- known for her inherent grace, abiding Christian faith, dedication to family and lifelong connection to nature -- peacefully entered God's presence while surrounded by her loving family on July 12th. Nancy set an example of living life to the fullest and giving thanks to God daily for being blessed with another day with friends and family....

Sally Flannery Orrok
Jul 12, 2012
Sally Flannery Orrok, 83, died July 12, 2012. A graduate of the University of Akron, she taught kindergarten and was an avid reader, golfer, and traveler. Sally was a volunteer for many years with the Women's Board of St. Thomas Hospital where she served as president; a member of the Junior League of Akron; and a board member for many...
Michael A Lindsey
Jul 12, 2012
Michael Lindsey Mikey Lindsey, 33, passed away suddenly due to anaphylactic shock on July 12, 2012. Born in Akron, he grew up in the Akron/Cleveland area. Mikey graduated from Revere High School, completed his BA in Family and Consumer Sciences from Kent State University and completed his Master's degree in Guidance Counseling. He was a teacher at Normandy High School...
Ardyce Mae Lal
Jul 12, 2012
Ardyce Mae Lal, 85, departed this life peacefully July 12, 2012. Born in St. Paul, Minnesota, she lived most of her life with her family in Akron. Ardyce sang with the St. Paul Civic Opera and Metropolitian Grand Opera. She won a voice scholarship to the Julliard School of Music in New York City. Ardyce met her future husband, Joginder,...
David Williamson Elliot
Jul 10, 2012
David Williamson Elliot, 29, passed away July 10, 2012 as a result of a motorcycle accident. David was born in Akron, Ohio on September 24, 1982. He graduated from Cardigan Mountain School in 1998 and Revere High School and was currently an Electrical Engineering Student at The University of Akron. He was preceded in death by his father, David L....
John E. Meyer
Jul 10, 2012
John E. Meyer, 85, died July 10, 2012 at the Hospice Care Center. Born in Evanston, Ill., he was a U.S. Navy Veteran of World War II and graduate of Beloit College. John started his career working for his father. Moving to Akron in 1962, he went to work for American Cyanamid, retiring in 1985. An avid golfer, he was...
Annette M Denorme
Jul 9, 2012
Annette M. Denorme, 67, passed away July 9, 2012. Born in France, she became a proud citizen of the U.S. in 2009 and resided in Bath. She was a member of St. Hilary Catholic Church. Preceded in death by her father, Andre Clairhout; survived by her loving husband of 44 years, John; son, Gwenn (Jennifer) Denorme; daughter, Gwenael (Marc) Divis;...
Marilyn B. Mcelfresh
Jul 8, 2012
Marilyn B. McElfresh passed away on Sunday, July 8, 2012, in the presence of family and friends, following a 16 year journey with Alzheimer's disease. Marilyn was born in Columbus, Ohio in 1929, graduated from Bexley High School, and The Ohio State University with a BS in Education. She was predeceased by her parents, Samuel and Lucille Bukey; husband, Rev....

Freda M. Roberts
Jul 6, 2012
Freda M. Roberts, 75, went home to be with the Lord July 6, 2012. Preceded in death by her son, Joey Marstiller; she is survived by her children, Teddy (Cathy) Marstiller, Keith (Linda) Marstiller, Kim Kalos and Clyde "Dood" (Violet) Roberts; step-son, John Roberts; 16 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; brother, Chester (Dorothy) Donell; special niece and nephew, Kitty and Roy...
Dora K Mobley
Jul 4, 2012
Dora K. Mobley, 93, passed away July 4, 2012. She was born on February 4, 1919 in Barberton to British immigrant parents, Joseph and Susan Hayden. She married Roy Mobley in 1942 , resided in the Akron area her entire life and was a devoted mother to her three childrenaďż˝"David, Kathleen and Karen. Dora became a Licensed Practical Nurse in...
Robert Sean Culbertson
Jul 2, 2012
Sean Culbertson, 63, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at home on July 2, 2012. Born in Columbus, Sean lived his whole life in the Akron area. He loved to entertain and was the life of every event. He could always bring a smile to your face and was so much fun to be around. Preceded in death by parents, James...
I Glenn Reed
Jul 2, 2012
RICHFIELD, OH - Glenn Reed, age 80, died at home on July 2 after a long, courageous battle with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, a chronic lung condition that reduces one's ability to breath. He fought to remain active, still able to move freely until mid 2011; then 24/7 oxygen became a necessity and his activities slowed greatly. His constant companion and...
Robert K. Pfaff
Jul 2, 2012
Robert K. Pfaff, 61, died July 2, 2012. Born in Akron, Bob was a U.S. Air Force Veteran. He began his career at METRO Regional Transit Authority in 1974 as an Operator and served for 38 years, finishing as executive director, a position he had held since 1995. Bob was instrumental in helping METRO go county-wide, introducing Sunday service, kicking...
George Pappas
Jun 30, 2012
George Pappas, age 88, passed away on Saturday, June 30, 2012. Born in Akron, Ohio on September 14, 1923 to parents Charles and Esther Pappas, George lived most of his life in Akron, before residing in Uniontown, Ohio. George attended Portage Path Elementary School and graduated from West High School Class of 1942, where he made friendships which lasted his...
Patricia Linehan Jenkins
Jul 20, 2012
Patricia Ann Linehan Jenkins, born November 21, 1924 in Akron, Ohio, passed peacefully at her home July 20, 2012. A member of St. Hilary Catholic Church, Junior Women's Civic Club, St. Sebastian Church Little Flowers Garden Club, Patricia volunteered at Stan Hywet Hall and retired from St. Thomas Hospital in 1992. Preceded in death by her first husband, Emmett "Red"...

Mary Eloise (Brown/Sutphen) Mild
Jul 17, 2012
Mary Eloise (Brown/Sutphen) was born on March 1, 1920 to Emery A. and Wilhelmine (Fehr) Brown in Parkersburg, West Virginia. She passed from this life on July 17, 2012. She had been employed as a church secretary for 23 years. She had also been a charter member of Westminster Presbyterian Church where she served as a Deacon and Elder. Preceded...
Marilyn D. Hodge
Jul 16, 2012
Marilyn D. Hodge passed away on Monday, July 16th after an extended bout with breast cancer. She was born in West Hazelton, Pa. on November 30, 1925. She was a registered nurse and homemaker. Marilyn was the widow of Dr. James R. Hodge who passed away in 1994. They both loved travelling and dancing. They were both members of Fairlawn...

Helen R. Rech
Jul 15, 2012
Helen R. Rech, 90, past away July 15, 2012 in Ft. Worth, Texas. She was born in Kenmore, Ohio on November 17, 1921. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of fifty nine years, Kenneth L. Rech (2002) and her siblings, Margaret, Robert, Mildred, Doris, and Effie. Helen is survived by her children, Nancy Dye Molinar (Oscar) of...
Clifford Eugene Abbott
Jul 13, 2012
Clifford Eugene Abbott, 88, went to meet his Lord on July 13, 2012. Born in Shadyside, Ohio on February 15, 1924 to William E. and Lula Abbott. Clifford was a graduate of West High School and the University of Akron. He served in the U.S. Army Corps. during WWII. He was a chemist for Phillips Petroleum for 34 ½ years...
Phllip D'Avello
Jul 13, 2012
Phillip D'Avello, 88, passed away on Friday, July 13, 2012 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was born April 17, 1924 and had lived his life in Akron. He attended West High School and worked 42 years at Goodyear Tire and Rubber. Preceded in death by parents, Michael and Carmella D'Avello; brothers, Anthony and Henry; he leaves...
Nancy Collins Parry
Jul 12, 2012
Nancy Collins Parry -- known for her inherent grace, abiding Christian faith, dedication to family and lifelong connection to nature -- peacefully entered God's presence while surrounded by her loving family on July 12th. Nancy set an example of living life to the fullest and giving thanks to God daily for being blessed with another day with friends and family....

Sally Flannery Orrok
Jul 12, 2012
Sally Flannery Orrok, 83, died July 12, 2012. A graduate of the University of Akron, she taught kindergarten and was an avid reader, golfer, and traveler. Sally was a volunteer for many years with the Women's Board of St. Thomas Hospital where she served as president; a member of the Junior League of Akron; and a board member for many...
Michael A Lindsey
Jul 12, 2012
Michael Lindsey Mikey Lindsey, 33, passed away suddenly due to anaphylactic shock on July 12, 2012. Born in Akron, he grew up in the Akron/Cleveland area. Mikey graduated from Revere High School, completed his BA in Family and Consumer Sciences from Kent State University and completed his Master's degree in Guidance Counseling. He was a teacher at Normandy High School...
Ardyce Mae Lal
Jul 12, 2012
Ardyce Mae Lal, 85, departed this life peacefully July 12, 2012. Born in St. Paul, Minnesota, she lived most of her life with her family in Akron. Ardyce sang with the St. Paul Civic Opera and Metropolitian Grand Opera. She won a voice scholarship to the Julliard School of Music in New York City. Ardyce met her future husband, Joginder,...
David Williamson Elliot
Jul 10, 2012
David Williamson Elliot, 29, passed away July 10, 2012 as a result of a motorcycle accident. David was born in Akron, Ohio on September 24, 1982. He graduated from Cardigan Mountain School in 1998 and Revere High School and was currently an Electrical Engineering Student at The University of Akron. He was preceded in death by his father, David L....
John E. Meyer
Jul 10, 2012
John E. Meyer, 85, died July 10, 2012 at the Hospice Care Center. Born in Evanston, Ill., he was a U.S. Navy Veteran of World War II and graduate of Beloit College. John started his career working for his father. Moving to Akron in 1962, he went to work for American Cyanamid, retiring in 1985. An avid golfer, he was...
Annette M Denorme
Jul 9, 2012
Annette M. Denorme, 67, passed away July 9, 2012. Born in France, she became a proud citizen of the U.S. in 2009 and resided in Bath. She was a member of St. Hilary Catholic Church. Preceded in death by her father, Andre Clairhout; survived by her loving husband of 44 years, John; son, Gwenn (Jennifer) Denorme; daughter, Gwenael (Marc) Divis;...
Marilyn B. Mcelfresh
Jul 8, 2012
Marilyn B. McElfresh passed away on Sunday, July 8, 2012, in the presence of family and friends, following a 16 year journey with Alzheimer's disease. Marilyn was born in Columbus, Ohio in 1929, graduated from Bexley High School, and The Ohio State University with a BS in Education. She was predeceased by her parents, Samuel and Lucille Bukey; husband, Rev....

Freda M. Roberts
Jul 6, 2012
Freda M. Roberts, 75, went home to be with the Lord July 6, 2012. Preceded in death by her son, Joey Marstiller; she is survived by her children, Teddy (Cathy) Marstiller, Keith (Linda) Marstiller, Kim Kalos and Clyde "Dood" (Violet) Roberts; step-son, John Roberts; 16 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; brother, Chester (Dorothy) Donell; special niece and nephew, Kitty and Roy...
Dora K Mobley
Jul 4, 2012
Dora K. Mobley, 93, passed away July 4, 2012. She was born on February 4, 1919 in Barberton to British immigrant parents, Joseph and Susan Hayden. She married Roy Mobley in 1942 , resided in the Akron area her entire life and was a devoted mother to her three childrenaďż˝"David, Kathleen and Karen. Dora became a Licensed Practical Nurse in...
Robert Sean Culbertson
Jul 2, 2012
Sean Culbertson, 63, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at home on July 2, 2012. Born in Columbus, Sean lived his whole life in the Akron area. He loved to entertain and was the life of every event. He could always bring a smile to your face and was so much fun to be around. Preceded in death by parents, James...
I Glenn Reed
Jul 2, 2012
RICHFIELD, OH - Glenn Reed, age 80, died at home on July 2 after a long, courageous battle with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, a chronic lung condition that reduces one's ability to breath. He fought to remain active, still able to move freely until mid 2011; then 24/7 oxygen became a necessity and his activities slowed greatly. His constant companion and...
Robert K. Pfaff
Jul 2, 2012
Robert K. Pfaff, 61, died July 2, 2012. Born in Akron, Bob was a U.S. Air Force Veteran. He began his career at METRO Regional Transit Authority in 1974 as an Operator and served for 38 years, finishing as executive director, a position he had held since 1995. Bob was instrumental in helping METRO go county-wide, introducing Sunday service, kicking...
George Pappas
Jun 30, 2012
George Pappas, age 88, passed away on Saturday, June 30, 2012. Born in Akron, Ohio on September 14, 1923 to parents Charles and Esther Pappas, George lived most of his life in Akron, before residing in Uniontown, Ohio. George attended Portage Path Elementary School and graduated from West High School Class of 1942, where he made friendships which lasted his...