Obituaries
Obituaries for The Billow Funeral Homes & Crematory
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Eva Pamela Salem
Sep 10, 2008
Eva Salem Eva Salem, 49, passed away September 10, 2008. Born in Akron, she has inspired many with her energy and love for life. Eva attended St. Vincent Catholic Church, Bath United Church of Christ and Our Lady of the Cedars Maronite Catholic Church. Eva's main passion was for her family and children. She was proud of her volunteering and...
Helen Martha Gustely
Sep 9, 2008
Helen Martha Gustely nee Jones "Marty" Marty Gustely died September 9, 2008 after a very brief illness. She was born on November 23, 1929 in Akron, Ohio to Ralph D. and Helen M. Jones. She attended the Akron Public Schools and graduated from John R. Buchtel High School. Marty received her Bachelor of Science in Education from the University of...
William W. Bickett
Sep 7, 2008
William W. Bickett William W. Bickett, 84, passed away September 7, 2008. William was a U.S. Marine and served in World War II and the Korean Conflict. He was a member of St. Hilary Catholic Church, the V.F.W., American Legion, Sons of American Revolution, and the Knights of Columbus. Preceded in death by his wife, Bernice; survived by sons, James...
Glenn R. Lackey
Sep 6, 2008
Glenn R. Lackey Glenn R. Lackey, 75, passed away September 6, 2008 after a lengthy illness. Glenn is survived by his wife, Barbara Pelfrey Lackey; daughters and son-in-laws, Theresa and Bill Dover and Pamela and Bradley Way; sister and brother-in-law, Noreda and Paul Gauze; four grandchildren, Ashley Way and Billy, Jessica, and Emilie Dover; and numerous nieces and nephews. The...
James K Dudek
Sep 6, 2008
James K. Dudek Jim made his peaceful transition with his loving wife Kathy by his side, on Sept. 6, 2008. Time and place for a memorial gathering will be announced at a later date, and is in lieu of calling hours and services. Because of Jim's love of nature, contributions to the Jim Dudek Memorial Fund, c/o First Merit Bank,...
Palma Rose Doria
Sep 5, 2008
Palma Rose " "Polly"" Doria Palma Rose "Polly" Doria died September 5, 2008. Polly was the loved matriarchal sibling to all her sisters and brother. Surviving Polly are her sister, Maryanna Doria; Maryanna's husband, her brother-in-law, William S. Zorn of Akron; and her sister-in-law, Josephine Doria of Cincinnati, Ohio; plus many cousins, nieces, and nephews. Polly was born on October...
Ruth Margaret Krenrick
Sep 4, 2008
Ruth Margaret Krenrick Ruth Margaret nee Holb Krenrick, 84, departed from this life into God's presence on September 4, 2008. Born on September 23, 1923 in Akron, she was raised and graduated from Atwater High School in 1941. She then moved to Akron. As a young woman, she lived at the YWCA and graduated from Actual Business College. She became...
Marjory B Wheeler
Sep 1, 2008
Marjory Billow Wheeler Marge Wheeler passed away September 1, 2008. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Friday at St. Paul's Episcopal Church with the Rev. Mark J. Pruitt officiating. Friends may call at the Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel, 85 N. Miller Rd., 5 to 8 p.m. TODAY. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Paul's Endowment...
Adam Davis Wilson
Sep 1, 2008
Adam Davis Wilson Our beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew and cousin, Adam Davis Wilson, 28, died September 1, 2008. Born July 9, 1980 in Akron, Adam was a 1999 graduate of Walsh Jesuit High School and attended the University of Akron. He was very kind hearted and had a great deal of love for his family. His passion was for...
Elizabeth A Burgess
Aug 31, 2008
Elizabeth Ann Burgess Elizabeth Ann Burgess nee Bledsoe passed away August 31, 2008 in Hudson, Ohio. She was born in Tampa, Florida on July 13, 1927 and spent her early years in Tampa, Florida and Bluefield, West Virginia. Liz graduated in 1949 from Duke University with a degree in chemistry and was a member of Delta Delta Delta Sorority. While...
Leo J Vongunten
Aug 31, 2008
Leo J. VonGunten Born in Akron, he had resided in Northport , Florida for several years. A memeber of Grace Bible Church, he was a 32nd degree mason belonging to Barberton Lodge # 750 F&AM. He retired from American National Can Company. Preceded in death by his wife, Marjorie in 1995; he is survived by his son, Gary Lynn VonGunten;...
Jeanette Watson
Aug 30, 2008
Jeanette Watson, 88, of Akron and formerly of Richfield, was born March 1, 1920 in Chicago, Illinois and passed away very suddenly on August 30, 2008 Jeanette was a member of Richfield Garden Club, Garden Club Forum, AARP, Senior Citizens Group in Northwest Akron, and Numerous civic organizations. Preceded on death by her husband of over 60 years, George; parents,...
Eleanor M Mcgarry
Aug 30, 2008
Eleanor M. McGarry "Nonie" Eleanor M. McGarry, "Nonie" March 1, 1922 to August 30, 2008. Survived by children, David Jane McGarry, Pamela McGarry, Barbara Don Ross, Douglas Kelly McGarry; grandchildren, Alyssa Ross, Donald Ross, Holly McGarry, and John "Mac" McGarry. Per Nonie's request, services will be private.
Margaret Elizabeth Stingley
Aug 30, 2008
Margaret Elizabeth Stingley Margaret Elizabeth Stingley, 94, died August 30, 2008. Services will be held 11 a.m. THURSDAY at the Billow LAKES Chapel, 472 W. Turkeyfoot Lake Rd. Interment at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Friends may call at the funeral home WEDNESDAY 5 to 7 p.m. and one hour before services Thursday. A complete notice will appear in Wednesday's edition.
Linda Sue Lease Guran
Aug 29, 2008
Linda S. Lease Guran Born in Warren, Ohio, April 27, 1951, she lived most of her life in Akron, Ohio. She was the daughter of Walter and Elleen Lease and had one sister, Margy Lease. Linda spent most of her adult life serving others..her family, her church, and her community. From being recognized in Who's Who in American Colleges and...
Martha Lee Shibler Schwenn
Aug 26, 2008
Martha Shibler Schwenn A native of Akron, Martha Shibler Schwenn passed away August 26th. She was born October 19, 1933 to Wallace and Nell Shibler. A graduate of Buchtel High School, Martha worked as a photographer for Carmen Studios and then in the hotel industry for many years in Reno, Nev. She also lived in Texas and Arizona before returning...
Merle A. Munroe
Aug 23, 2008
Merle A. Munroe Merle A. Munroe, 85, passed away August 23, 2008. A World War II U.S. Navy veteran, he retired from the Lakewood Police Department. Preceded in death by wife of 59 years, Jean and son, Bill; he is survived by son, Tom Laura Munroe; daughter, Michelle Jeff Suglio; and grandchildren, Matt Munroe and Sam and Stephen Suglio. Friends...
William R Wood
Aug 21, 2008
William Raymond Ray Wood William Raymond Ray Wood, born in Shelton Connecticut on February 28, 1921 and resident of the Akron Community for 49 years, passed away at his home on Thursday, August 21, 2008. He is survived by Jean Curtis Wood of Akron, his wife of 60 years; a daughter, Ann John Zeis of Tampa, Florida; a son, Grant...
William Bill G Hulbert
Aug 20, 2008
William G. Bill Hulbert William G. Bill Hulbert, 85, died August 20, 2008, after a bout with cancer. Born November 25, 1922 in Somerton, Ohio, Mr. Hulbert graduated Geneva High School in 1940, and Case Institute of Technology in 1949 with a BS in Mechanical Engineering. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran of World War II, and retired as...
Kathleen Marie Cianchetti
Aug 15, 2008
Kathleen M. Cianchetti CUYAHOGA FALLS -- Kath Cianchetti, 51, died August 15, 2008. Born in Akron, she was a longtime resident of New Mexico, returning to Ohio three years ago to be near family. She had been a social worker for the State of New Mexico. Kath had a love of gardening, arts and crafts, and her dog, Joy. Preceded...
Eva Pamela Salem
Sep 10, 2008
Eva Salem Eva Salem, 49, passed away September 10, 2008. Born in Akron, she has inspired many with her energy and love for life. Eva attended St. Vincent Catholic Church, Bath United Church of Christ and Our Lady of the Cedars Maronite Catholic Church. Eva's main passion was for her family and children. She was proud of her volunteering and...
Helen Martha Gustely
Sep 9, 2008
Helen Martha Gustely nee Jones "Marty" Marty Gustely died September 9, 2008 after a very brief illness. She was born on November 23, 1929 in Akron, Ohio to Ralph D. and Helen M. Jones. She attended the Akron Public Schools and graduated from John R. Buchtel High School. Marty received her Bachelor of Science in Education from the University of...
William W. Bickett
Sep 7, 2008
William W. Bickett William W. Bickett, 84, passed away September 7, 2008. William was a U.S. Marine and served in World War II and the Korean Conflict. He was a member of St. Hilary Catholic Church, the V.F.W., American Legion, Sons of American Revolution, and the Knights of Columbus. Preceded in death by his wife, Bernice; survived by sons, James...
Glenn R. Lackey
Sep 6, 2008
Glenn R. Lackey Glenn R. Lackey, 75, passed away September 6, 2008 after a lengthy illness. Glenn is survived by his wife, Barbara Pelfrey Lackey; daughters and son-in-laws, Theresa and Bill Dover and Pamela and Bradley Way; sister and brother-in-law, Noreda and Paul Gauze; four grandchildren, Ashley Way and Billy, Jessica, and Emilie Dover; and numerous nieces and nephews. The...
James K Dudek
Sep 6, 2008
James K. Dudek Jim made his peaceful transition with his loving wife Kathy by his side, on Sept. 6, 2008. Time and place for a memorial gathering will be announced at a later date, and is in lieu of calling hours and services. Because of Jim's love of nature, contributions to the Jim Dudek Memorial Fund, c/o First Merit Bank,...
Palma Rose Doria
Sep 5, 2008
Palma Rose " "Polly"" Doria Palma Rose "Polly" Doria died September 5, 2008. Polly was the loved matriarchal sibling to all her sisters and brother. Surviving Polly are her sister, Maryanna Doria; Maryanna's husband, her brother-in-law, William S. Zorn of Akron; and her sister-in-law, Josephine Doria of Cincinnati, Ohio; plus many cousins, nieces, and nephews. Polly was born on October...
Ruth Margaret Krenrick
Sep 4, 2008
Ruth Margaret Krenrick Ruth Margaret nee Holb Krenrick, 84, departed from this life into God's presence on September 4, 2008. Born on September 23, 1923 in Akron, she was raised and graduated from Atwater High School in 1941. She then moved to Akron. As a young woman, she lived at the YWCA and graduated from Actual Business College. She became...
Marjory B Wheeler
Sep 1, 2008
Marjory Billow Wheeler Marge Wheeler passed away September 1, 2008. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Friday at St. Paul's Episcopal Church with the Rev. Mark J. Pruitt officiating. Friends may call at the Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel, 85 N. Miller Rd., 5 to 8 p.m. TODAY. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Paul's Endowment...
Adam Davis Wilson
Sep 1, 2008
Adam Davis Wilson Our beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew and cousin, Adam Davis Wilson, 28, died September 1, 2008. Born July 9, 1980 in Akron, Adam was a 1999 graduate of Walsh Jesuit High School and attended the University of Akron. He was very kind hearted and had a great deal of love for his family. His passion was for...
Elizabeth A Burgess
Aug 31, 2008
Elizabeth Ann Burgess Elizabeth Ann Burgess nee Bledsoe passed away August 31, 2008 in Hudson, Ohio. She was born in Tampa, Florida on July 13, 1927 and spent her early years in Tampa, Florida and Bluefield, West Virginia. Liz graduated in 1949 from Duke University with a degree in chemistry and was a member of Delta Delta Delta Sorority. While...
Leo J Vongunten
Aug 31, 2008
Leo J. VonGunten Born in Akron, he had resided in Northport , Florida for several years. A memeber of Grace Bible Church, he was a 32nd degree mason belonging to Barberton Lodge # 750 F&AM. He retired from American National Can Company. Preceded in death by his wife, Marjorie in 1995; he is survived by his son, Gary Lynn VonGunten;...
Jeanette Watson
Aug 30, 2008
Jeanette Watson, 88, of Akron and formerly of Richfield, was born March 1, 1920 in Chicago, Illinois and passed away very suddenly on August 30, 2008 Jeanette was a member of Richfield Garden Club, Garden Club Forum, AARP, Senior Citizens Group in Northwest Akron, and Numerous civic organizations. Preceded on death by her husband of over 60 years, George; parents,...
Eleanor M Mcgarry
Aug 30, 2008
Eleanor M. McGarry "Nonie" Eleanor M. McGarry, "Nonie" March 1, 1922 to August 30, 2008. Survived by children, David Jane McGarry, Pamela McGarry, Barbara Don Ross, Douglas Kelly McGarry; grandchildren, Alyssa Ross, Donald Ross, Holly McGarry, and John "Mac" McGarry. Per Nonie's request, services will be private.
Margaret Elizabeth Stingley
Aug 30, 2008
Margaret Elizabeth Stingley Margaret Elizabeth Stingley, 94, died August 30, 2008. Services will be held 11 a.m. THURSDAY at the Billow LAKES Chapel, 472 W. Turkeyfoot Lake Rd. Interment at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Friends may call at the funeral home WEDNESDAY 5 to 7 p.m. and one hour before services Thursday. A complete notice will appear in Wednesday's edition.
Linda Sue Lease Guran
Aug 29, 2008
Linda S. Lease Guran Born in Warren, Ohio, April 27, 1951, she lived most of her life in Akron, Ohio. She was the daughter of Walter and Elleen Lease and had one sister, Margy Lease. Linda spent most of her adult life serving others..her family, her church, and her community. From being recognized in Who's Who in American Colleges and...
Martha Lee Shibler Schwenn
Aug 26, 2008
Martha Shibler Schwenn A native of Akron, Martha Shibler Schwenn passed away August 26th. She was born October 19, 1933 to Wallace and Nell Shibler. A graduate of Buchtel High School, Martha worked as a photographer for Carmen Studios and then in the hotel industry for many years in Reno, Nev. She also lived in Texas and Arizona before returning...
Merle A. Munroe
Aug 23, 2008
Merle A. Munroe Merle A. Munroe, 85, passed away August 23, 2008. A World War II U.S. Navy veteran, he retired from the Lakewood Police Department. Preceded in death by wife of 59 years, Jean and son, Bill; he is survived by son, Tom Laura Munroe; daughter, Michelle Jeff Suglio; and grandchildren, Matt Munroe and Sam and Stephen Suglio. Friends...
William R Wood
Aug 21, 2008
William Raymond Ray Wood William Raymond Ray Wood, born in Shelton Connecticut on February 28, 1921 and resident of the Akron Community for 49 years, passed away at his home on Thursday, August 21, 2008. He is survived by Jean Curtis Wood of Akron, his wife of 60 years; a daughter, Ann John Zeis of Tampa, Florida; a son, Grant...
William Bill G Hulbert
Aug 20, 2008
William G. Bill Hulbert William G. Bill Hulbert, 85, died August 20, 2008, after a bout with cancer. Born November 25, 1922 in Somerton, Ohio, Mr. Hulbert graduated Geneva High School in 1940, and Case Institute of Technology in 1949 with a BS in Mechanical Engineering. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran of World War II, and retired as...
Kathleen Marie Cianchetti
Aug 15, 2008
Kathleen M. Cianchetti CUYAHOGA FALLS -- Kath Cianchetti, 51, died August 15, 2008. Born in Akron, she was a longtime resident of New Mexico, returning to Ohio three years ago to be near family. She had been a social worker for the State of New Mexico. Kath had a love of gardening, arts and crafts, and her dog, Joy. Preceded...
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