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Obituaries for The Billow Funeral Homes & Crematory
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Julia Jeanne Taylor
Oct 15, 2011
Julia Jeanne Van Lint Taylor Julia Jeanne Van Lint Taylor passed away on Saturday, October 15, 2011 after a valiant battle with cancer. Julia was born on October 20, 1926 in Antwerp, Belgium to Joanna and Charles Van Lint. In 1945 she met a young U.S. soldier named Alton Taylor who was stationed in Belgium during World War II. Julia...
Natalie Lee Van Sickle
Oct 13, 2011
Natalie Lee Van Sickle Natalie Lee Van Sickle, 91, died Oct. 13, 2011. Born in Ashland, she lived in Akron since 1929. She was a member of O.E.S. Lakes Chapter #567 and Georgetown AARP. Mrs. Van Sickle was preceded in death by husband, John and son, Mark. There are no services. Inurnment at Northlawn Memorial Gardens. Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel
Spiros J. Sam Petsanis
Oct 12, 2011
Spiros ``J' Sam Petsanis Spiros ``J' Sam Petsanis, 79, passed away October 12, 2011. Sam was a Korean War Navy veteran USS Helena, who was especially proud of his Greek Orthodox heritage. ``PaPou' was raised in Euclid, Ohio and a resident of Copley for over 50 years. He owned and operated Lenox Café for 25 years. He was an avid...
Jacob Malak Bisconti
Oct 9, 2011
Jacob Malak Bisconti, beloved son of Dr. and Mrs. Nick Bisconti, brother of Justin and Felicia Bisconti, was suddenly called home by the Lord on October 9, 2011. He was the love of our lives and brought joy to all who knew him. Jacob was born on December 4, 1991 in Akron, OH. He attended St. Hilary School, where he...
Judith Ann Hess
Oct 9, 2011
Judith Ann Hess Judith Ann Hess, 68, died October 9, 2011. Born in New Braunfels, Texas, she lived in the Akron area most of her life. Judy previously served as vice president of the A.E.A. and had retired with 30 years service in 1995 as a teacher from the Akron Public Schools. Preceded in death by her parents, James W....
Velma M Conger
Oct 8, 2011
Velma M. Conger Visit Guest Book Velma M. Conger Velma M. Conger, 93, passed away Oct. 8, 2011. Services will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel, 85 N. Miller Rd. Friends may call at the funeral home one hour before services. Interment at Cedar Grove Cemetery, Peninsula, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations...
Velma M Conger
Oct 8, 2011
Velma M. Conger Velma M. Conger, 93, passed away Oct. 8, 2011. Born in Porters Falls, West Virginia, Velma lived in Peninsula 61 years before moving to the Bahamas for 14 years. She returned to Ohio in 2008. Velma was very active in the Peninsula Community both with the Peninsula Players and the Quarry. Preceded in death by her loving...
Jill Hunter Sharpe
Oct 7, 2011
Jill Hunter Sharpe Jill Hunter Sharpe, 47, passed away October 7, 2011. Born in Canada, she lived the past 20 years in Northeast Ohio. Jill was an equestrian, a loving wife and a mother to numerous pets. Preceded in death by her mother, Joeanne; she is survived by her loving husband of 23 years, Richard; father, Robert; brothers, Robert Jr....
Robbie Stillman
Oct 4, 2011
Robbie Stillman Robbie was born July 9, 1931 and passed away October 4, 2011. She graduated from Old Trail School, Briarcliff College and The University of Akron where she was affiliated with Delta Gamma Sorority. Following college commencement she went to New York City where she worked as a gal Friday for Tex and Jinx McCrary when they were at...
Richard L Housely Jr
Oct 3, 2011
Richard L. Housley, Jr. Richard L. Housley, Jr., 74, died October 3, 2011, Preceded in death by his father, Richard L. Housley, Sr., he is survived by his step-mother, Blanche Housley; daughters, Sheri L. Housley and Natalie Greg Montgomery; grandchildren, Jeremy and Tyler Montgomery; brother, Gary Jenny Housley of Franklin, Tennessee; and sister, Susan Valley of Sebastian, Florida. Born November...
John S. Caruso
Oct 3, 2011
John S. Caruso John S. Caruso, 72, died October 3, 2011. Born in Akron, he was a U.S. Navy veteran with service on the U.S.S. Joseph P. Kennedy. A member of Nativity of the Lord Jesus Catholic Church, John was a trap shooter, president of the Mud Run Gun Club, and loved to attend his grandchildren's sports events. He retired...
Lillian M Kalman
Oct 1, 2011
Lillian M. Kalman Lillian M. Kalman, 89, went peacefully home to be with her Lord on October 1, 2011. Born in Akron, Ohio on April 2, 1922, she lived in the Akron area all her life. She graduated from West High School and started a full-time job with Goodyear Bank where she became the private secretary to the bank president....
Beatrice K Mcdowell
Sep 25, 2011
Beatrice K. McDowell Beatrice K. McDowell passed away on September 25, 2011 at 93. Born March 11, 1918 in Akron, Ohio, she graduated from Buchtel High School and Ohio Wesleyan University. Bea was a loving mother, energetic grandmother, and an active community volunteer. Organizations she was affiliated with are Witan, Junior League of Akron, Saint Thomas Hospital Woman's Board, Akron...
Albert George Hirzel
Sep 24, 2011
Albert George Hirzel Albert George Hirzel, 86, April 10, 1925-September 24, 2011. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Albert lived most of his life in Bath Township. As a charter member of the Akron Symphony Orchestra, he played violin in 1953, then viola until 1973 and was well respected by his private students. He served proudly in the U.S. Navy Seabees during...
Leonard Arthur Burkhard
Sep 23, 2011
Leonard Arthur Burkhard ``Do the very best you can... and leave the outcome to God.' Leonard Arthur Burkhard lived by those words. He made his transition from this earthly life to be with his Lord on Thursday, Sept. 23, 2011. Born in Ohio on Nov. 20, 1911, Len was very involved in his faith, and regularly attended Fairlawn Lutheran Church,...
Ruth E Lamb
Sep 20, 2011
Ruth E. Lamb Ruth E. Lamb, 88, passed away on September 20, 2011. Ruth was born July 3, 1923 and was a lifelong resident of the Akron area and attended West High School. Ruth graduated from The University of Akron with a degree in accounting and was a member of Alpha Gamma Delta Sorority. She met her husband, Bill deceased...
Ruth Mary Derks
Sep 20, 2011
``TOGETHER FOREVER' Ruth Mary Derks Ruth Mary Derks, 82, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, September 20, 2011 at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. She was preceded by her husband, Ralph, who died September 22, 2009. They had been married for 65 years. She will be interred with her husband, Ralph at the Rose Hill Burial Park...
Doc Dawson Ford
Sep 19, 2011
Doc Dawson Ford Doc Dawson Ford, born Feb. 7, 1925, departed September 19, 2011 at the age of 86 to be rejoined with his wife, Lois. They were married Nov. 7, 1944, until her death in 2008. He was raised in Cherry Valley, Ohio and resided his adult life in Tallmadge and Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. He proudly served in the...
Nancy J. Hamm
Sep 18, 2011
Nancy J. Hamm Nancy J. Hamm, 67, passed away unexpectedly September 18, 2011. Born in Akron, she grew up in Findlay and lived in Akron most of her adult life. Nancy retired from National City Bank after 36 years of service. After retirement, she worked at the Brookwood Condominium Association and later was employed at Centrust. She was a member...
Leonard E. Bud Kinzel
Sep 18, 2011
Leonard E. ``Bud' Kinzel Leonard E. ``Bud' Kinzel, 92, died Sept. 18, 2011. Preceded in death by wife of 53 years, Erica, he is survived by children, Diana Pat McCollum, Kathy Larry Campbell, Don Gail Kinzel; grandchildren, Bob Terri and Andy Christy McCollum, Christy MacKay, Kim Gabe Leigh, Randy Cassie Campbell, and David Christine Kinzel; and many great-grandchildren. Service will...
Julia Jeanne Taylor
Oct 15, 2011
Julia Jeanne Van Lint Taylor Julia Jeanne Van Lint Taylor passed away on Saturday, October 15, 2011 after a valiant battle with cancer. Julia was born on October 20, 1926 in Antwerp, Belgium to Joanna and Charles Van Lint. In 1945 she met a young U.S. soldier named Alton Taylor who was stationed in Belgium during World War II. Julia...
Natalie Lee Van Sickle
Oct 13, 2011
Natalie Lee Van Sickle Natalie Lee Van Sickle, 91, died Oct. 13, 2011. Born in Ashland, she lived in Akron since 1929. She was a member of O.E.S. Lakes Chapter #567 and Georgetown AARP. Mrs. Van Sickle was preceded in death by husband, John and son, Mark. There are no services. Inurnment at Northlawn Memorial Gardens. Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel
Spiros J. Sam Petsanis
Oct 12, 2011
Spiros ``J' Sam Petsanis Spiros ``J' Sam Petsanis, 79, passed away October 12, 2011. Sam was a Korean War Navy veteran USS Helena, who was especially proud of his Greek Orthodox heritage. ``PaPou' was raised in Euclid, Ohio and a resident of Copley for over 50 years. He owned and operated Lenox Café for 25 years. He was an avid...
Jacob Malak Bisconti
Oct 9, 2011
Jacob Malak Bisconti, beloved son of Dr. and Mrs. Nick Bisconti, brother of Justin and Felicia Bisconti, was suddenly called home by the Lord on October 9, 2011. He was the love of our lives and brought joy to all who knew him. Jacob was born on December 4, 1991 in Akron, OH. He attended St. Hilary School, where he...
Judith Ann Hess
Oct 9, 2011
Judith Ann Hess Judith Ann Hess, 68, died October 9, 2011. Born in New Braunfels, Texas, she lived in the Akron area most of her life. Judy previously served as vice president of the A.E.A. and had retired with 30 years service in 1995 as a teacher from the Akron Public Schools. Preceded in death by her parents, James W....
Velma M Conger
Oct 8, 2011
Velma M. Conger Visit Guest Book Velma M. Conger Velma M. Conger, 93, passed away Oct. 8, 2011. Services will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel, 85 N. Miller Rd. Friends may call at the funeral home one hour before services. Interment at Cedar Grove Cemetery, Peninsula, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations...
Velma M Conger
Oct 8, 2011
Velma M. Conger Velma M. Conger, 93, passed away Oct. 8, 2011. Born in Porters Falls, West Virginia, Velma lived in Peninsula 61 years before moving to the Bahamas for 14 years. She returned to Ohio in 2008. Velma was very active in the Peninsula Community both with the Peninsula Players and the Quarry. Preceded in death by her loving...
Jill Hunter Sharpe
Oct 7, 2011
Jill Hunter Sharpe Jill Hunter Sharpe, 47, passed away October 7, 2011. Born in Canada, she lived the past 20 years in Northeast Ohio. Jill was an equestrian, a loving wife and a mother to numerous pets. Preceded in death by her mother, Joeanne; she is survived by her loving husband of 23 years, Richard; father, Robert; brothers, Robert Jr....
Robbie Stillman
Oct 4, 2011
Robbie Stillman Robbie was born July 9, 1931 and passed away October 4, 2011. She graduated from Old Trail School, Briarcliff College and The University of Akron where she was affiliated with Delta Gamma Sorority. Following college commencement she went to New York City where she worked as a gal Friday for Tex and Jinx McCrary when they were at...
Richard L Housely Jr
Oct 3, 2011
Richard L. Housley, Jr. Richard L. Housley, Jr., 74, died October 3, 2011, Preceded in death by his father, Richard L. Housley, Sr., he is survived by his step-mother, Blanche Housley; daughters, Sheri L. Housley and Natalie Greg Montgomery; grandchildren, Jeremy and Tyler Montgomery; brother, Gary Jenny Housley of Franklin, Tennessee; and sister, Susan Valley of Sebastian, Florida. Born November...
John S. Caruso
Oct 3, 2011
John S. Caruso John S. Caruso, 72, died October 3, 2011. Born in Akron, he was a U.S. Navy veteran with service on the U.S.S. Joseph P. Kennedy. A member of Nativity of the Lord Jesus Catholic Church, John was a trap shooter, president of the Mud Run Gun Club, and loved to attend his grandchildren's sports events. He retired...
Lillian M Kalman
Oct 1, 2011
Lillian M. Kalman Lillian M. Kalman, 89, went peacefully home to be with her Lord on October 1, 2011. Born in Akron, Ohio on April 2, 1922, she lived in the Akron area all her life. She graduated from West High School and started a full-time job with Goodyear Bank where she became the private secretary to the bank president....
Beatrice K Mcdowell
Sep 25, 2011
Beatrice K. McDowell Beatrice K. McDowell passed away on September 25, 2011 at 93. Born March 11, 1918 in Akron, Ohio, she graduated from Buchtel High School and Ohio Wesleyan University. Bea was a loving mother, energetic grandmother, and an active community volunteer. Organizations she was affiliated with are Witan, Junior League of Akron, Saint Thomas Hospital Woman's Board, Akron...
Albert George Hirzel
Sep 24, 2011
Albert George Hirzel Albert George Hirzel, 86, April 10, 1925-September 24, 2011. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Albert lived most of his life in Bath Township. As a charter member of the Akron Symphony Orchestra, he played violin in 1953, then viola until 1973 and was well respected by his private students. He served proudly in the U.S. Navy Seabees during...
Leonard Arthur Burkhard
Sep 23, 2011
Leonard Arthur Burkhard ``Do the very best you can... and leave the outcome to God.' Leonard Arthur Burkhard lived by those words. He made his transition from this earthly life to be with his Lord on Thursday, Sept. 23, 2011. Born in Ohio on Nov. 20, 1911, Len was very involved in his faith, and regularly attended Fairlawn Lutheran Church,...
Ruth E Lamb
Sep 20, 2011
Ruth E. Lamb Ruth E. Lamb, 88, passed away on September 20, 2011. Ruth was born July 3, 1923 and was a lifelong resident of the Akron area and attended West High School. Ruth graduated from The University of Akron with a degree in accounting and was a member of Alpha Gamma Delta Sorority. She met her husband, Bill deceased...
Ruth Mary Derks
Sep 20, 2011
``TOGETHER FOREVER' Ruth Mary Derks Ruth Mary Derks, 82, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, September 20, 2011 at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. She was preceded by her husband, Ralph, who died September 22, 2009. They had been married for 65 years. She will be interred with her husband, Ralph at the Rose Hill Burial Park...
Doc Dawson Ford
Sep 19, 2011
Doc Dawson Ford Doc Dawson Ford, born Feb. 7, 1925, departed September 19, 2011 at the age of 86 to be rejoined with his wife, Lois. They were married Nov. 7, 1944, until her death in 2008. He was raised in Cherry Valley, Ohio and resided his adult life in Tallmadge and Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. He proudly served in the...
Nancy J. Hamm
Sep 18, 2011
Nancy J. Hamm Nancy J. Hamm, 67, passed away unexpectedly September 18, 2011. Born in Akron, she grew up in Findlay and lived in Akron most of her adult life. Nancy retired from National City Bank after 36 years of service. After retirement, she worked at the Brookwood Condominium Association and later was employed at Centrust. She was a member...
Leonard E. Bud Kinzel
Sep 18, 2011
Leonard E. ``Bud' Kinzel Leonard E. ``Bud' Kinzel, 92, died Sept. 18, 2011. Preceded in death by wife of 53 years, Erica, he is survived by children, Diana Pat McCollum, Kathy Larry Campbell, Don Gail Kinzel; grandchildren, Bob Terri and Andy Christy McCollum, Christy MacKay, Kim Gabe Leigh, Randy Cassie Campbell, and David Christine Kinzel; and many great-grandchildren. Service will...
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