Obituaries for The Billow Funeral Homes & Crematory

May 21, 2023

Donna Reycraft Bender , 81, passed away on Sunday, May 21st, 2023, in Akron, Ohio at Summa Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Donna was born in Petoskey, Michigan to Hazel (Patrick) and Herbert Reycraft on November 21st, 1941. Donna and her sister Cameron spent the school year living in the Perry Hotel, owned and operated by...

May 20, 2023

Thomas Charles “Tom” Sawyer , 77, of Akron, passed away May 20, 2023. Tom is survived by his wife of 55 years, Joyce (née Handler); daughter and son-in-law, Amanda (Daniel) Kraus of Evanston, Illinois; brother and sister-in-law, Ted (Margie) Sawyer of Jupiter, FL. It was clear to all who knew him that Akron and Summit County were...

May 19, 2023

We are heartbroken and sorrowed to announce the passing of Dan R Arman, “All Hail the Traveler!” “Don’t you Porget About Me” From River of Dreams to Death Stew: From Parma where he was born to Akron where he made his home and became a best selling author and 9th grade teacher. This kind fun loving goofy guy, has...

May 18, 2023

David Lee Parker passed away peacefully on May 18, 2023. His Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, along with his sister Judy were with him, as he departed to his eternal resting place. David was born on April 22, 1943 to Sedgwick Pomeroy Parker and Ruth Marion Hessler in Moline, Illinois. He spent most of his youth in...

May 18, 2023

Patricia Ann (McLaughlin) Dressler , 92, of Copley, Ohio passed away at the home of her daughter, on Thursday, May 18, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Massillon, Ohio on January 12, 1931 to D. Deane and Eleanor (Pearson) McLaughlin. In Massillon she met the love of her life, David, graduating with him...

May 18, 2023

Sharon L. Feeney Mumma (nee Dornheim) , 84, of Akron passed away on May 18, 2023. Sharon was born in Pittsburgh, PA. to the late William and Catherine Dornheim. Sharon was involved in the community theatre and several volunteer organizations. Sharon was preceded in death by her parents; husband Paul Mumma and son Patrick Feeney. Sharon is...

May 13, 2023

George S. Drop, age 85, of Akron, passed away peacefully Saturday, May 13, 2023.

He was born March 11, 1938; son of the late Steven and Agnes (nee Binder) Drop. George was a hard worker and had a long career of over 40 years at Goodyear until his retirement. He was an avid golfer and a member...

May 12, 2023

Joseph Michael Karam was with his family when his Savior, Jesus, took him to heaven and for the first time has no pain!  Joey started at 16 months fighting his battle with brain cancer.  He relapsed at 5 yrs. old, 7 yrs. old and 9 yrs. old which was also when he suffered bacterial meningitis and a...

May 10, 2023

Stefanie Jane Adams , born September 1, 1979, in Akron, Ohio passed away suddenly on May 10, 2023. Stefanie attended Holy Family Catholic School in Stow, Ohio and went on to attend Coventry High School in Coventry, Ohio. Stefanie moved to Houston, TX in 2007 before returning to her home state of Ohio in 2015.

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May 9, 2023

John W. Cook , 53, of Medina County, passed away on May 9, 2023, with his loving wife Tracy by his side.

John was born in Akron, Ohio on July 19, 1969, to John C. Eshack and the late Linda M. Cook.  After graduating from Copley High School in 1987, he went on to study...

May 8, 2023

Margaret Ellen Brightman Whitmer passed away peacefully on May 8, 2023 at age 95. She had a remarkable life, filled with triumph and tragedy. Marnie was born on December 9, 1927, the third child of Alvin C. Brightman, the first professor of contract law at Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio and of Esther Waite Brightman, herself...

Apr 30, 2023

Olive Mae “Dusty” Giermann passed away peacefully on April 30th, 2023.  Just two months shy of her 99th birthday, Dusty remained a pillar of strength through her final days. Finding words to describe the most loving wife, mother, little poppie, other grandma, and great (great) grandma is nearly impossible.  Those who were lucky enough to know her know just...

Apr 30, 2023

Barbara Preston Nelson Her warmth, sincerity, and desire to view a situation in a positive light are how people will fondly remember Barbara Preston Nelson. She died April 30, 2023 while in hospice care in Medina. She began an 81-year journey of life in Youngstown, OH, the second child of Andrew and Ida Preston. She was preceded...

Apr 28, 2023

Kerry Echard Cavett, 78, of Akron, passed away on April 28, 2023. Kerry was born in Ambridge, PA on June 6, 1944, to the late Charles and Martha Cavett. Hailing from the Pittsburgh area, Kerry graduated from Ambridge High School in 1962. He attended music schools, first at Morehead State University in Kentucky, then at Kent State...

Apr 26, 2023

His family, his church, the law, and good food shared among friends, formed the center of Wayne Rice’s world. He died on April 26th, 2023, from complications related to bladder cancer.

Wayne Rice was born on March 6th, 1951, to Michel and Ruth Rice, two Army service members who met and married while stationed in the Philippines...

Apr 23, 2023

Laurie Ann Moses February 23, 1964 - April 23, 2023 Raleigh, North Carolina - Laurie Ann Moses February 23, 1964 - April 23, 2023 Laurie Ann Moses, 59, deeply loved daughter of Russell and Louise; beloved sister of Shari, Brett (Wendy), and Christopher; adored aunt of Alexander (Marissa), Adam (Britnee), Andrew (Diohna), Aidan (Morgan), Emery, Paizley, India...

Apr 21, 2023

Scott “Skip” Jones , 59, passed away on April 21, 2023, in Akron, Ohio. Scott was born on April 11, 1964, and raised in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, later moving to Northampton, Ohio. During his years at Woodridge High School, he became “Skip” to everyone who knew him, gained respect and accolades for his wrestling skills, and acquired...

Apr 21, 2023

Marie G. Elmer passed away April 21, 2023, with family by her side.

Marie was born in Yonkers, New York, the only child of George and Loretta Foster.  Her childhood was spent in New York and Georgia, where her father volunteered to help with the war effort utilizing his engine building skills as the owner...

Apr 21, 2023

William Henry Zufall II , 84, of Bath, Ohio peacefully passed to be with the Lord surrounded by family on Friday, April 21, 2023. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Patricia (Eaton) and his sons Jeff and William III (Jessie), daughters Kara (Danny) and Kathy (Mike), and grandkids; Carter and Colin Hall; Vanessa, Billy...

Apr 21, 2023

Dr. Charles Benko , 82, of Medina, Ohio fell asleep in the Lord peacefully and surrounded by his family on Friday, April 21, 2023.

He was a faithful man who loved God and his family. He leaves behind his wife of 45 years, Denise (Azar) and his sons, Justin (Leslie), Ryan (Laura Zemanek), and grandsons,...