Obituaries for The Billow Funeral Homes & Crematory

Rosemarie J Kurtz

May 30, 2024

After a lengthy and challenging bone marrow disease, Rosemarie Kurtz passed away on May 30, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents John and Violet Kurtz, ten dogs, ten cats, and several pet chickens. She is survived by beloved cousin, best friend, caregiver, and "earth" angel Joan Sheplin as well as beloved pets...

Natarajan Krishnamoorthy

May 30, 2024

With profound sadness, we announce the demise of Raj Krish (Natarajan Krishnamoorthy) on May 30, 2024. Raj was an extraordinary individual who touched the lives of everyone he met. His kindness, compassion, and infectious smile will be deeply missed. He leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories. May he rest in peace. Our thoughts...

Grace Armilda Embrey

May 29, 2024

Grace Armilda Embrey , age 88, of Richfield, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 29, 2024.

She was born October 4, 1935, in Columbiana County to Wilbert F. and Martha C. Denny. Grace enjoyed shopping and spending her summers at the pool in Hardesty Heights. She absolutely loved people and never met a stranger. Grace...

Carolyn R (Flowers) Chapman

May 25, 2024

Carolyn R (Flowers) Chapman passed away on May 25th, 2024, at the age of 85 from a 2.5 year battle with Ocular Melanoma.  She is survived by her spouse the Rev Dr Don Skinner; her son David (Chris)/Grandson Sean; her daughter Suzanne; 8 Step-Children Cheri (Vic), Laurie (Garrett), Cindy (Wah), Lisa (Doug), Michelle (John), Jim (Lizzie), Steve (Heather), Debbie...

Mark Stephen Roberts

May 23, 2024

Mark Stephen Roberts , a lifelong resident of Richfield and Bath, passed away May 23, 2024, at age 66, following a long illness. He was a 1977 graduate of Revere High School and a graduate of both The Ohio State University and Kent State University.  Mark was a proud veteran of the Virginia Air National...

Thomas Kent Bott

May 22, 2024

Thomas Kent Bott passed away May 22, 2024, age 78.

Thomas was born November 18, 1945, in Chicago Illinois to Henry and Mary Jane (Ringler) Bott. He was a graduate of Buchtel High School (class of 1964) and The University of Akron (class of1968). He worked in the insurance field and retired from Travelers Insurance...

Shirley Camille Wood

May 22, 2024

Shirley Camille Wood, age 83, passed away Wednesday, May 22, 2024. She was born October 12, 1940, in Wadsworth, Ohio to the late Marion and Mary Montgomery. Camille was a graduate of Wadsworth High School and went on to become a hairdresser for 40 years. She worked at Wall’s Beauty Salon in Barberton and then operated Mary’s Beauty Salon...

Melissa Sandera

May 20, 2024

Melissa Sandera, age 33, passed away suddenly on May 20, 2024.

She was born January 21, 1991, in Youngstown, OH to parents: the late Edward Sandera and Julie Kovacs.

Melissa is survived by her two brothers, Keith and Greg; and her sister, Shelia.

She proudly served in the United States Air Force.

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Mark K Darulis

May 19, 2024

Mark K. Darulis , age 68, passed away May 19, 2024 in San Diego, California.  He was born on June 23, 1955 in Akron, OH but had spent many years in California, most recently in the San Diego area where he had a home.  Mark was pre-deceased by his parents, William and Evelyn Darulis.  He is survived...

Roger L Eichenberg

May 18, 2024

Roger L. Eichenberg , 78, of Cuyahoga Falls passed away peacefully on May 18, 2024. Roger was born in Ardmore, Oklahoma on August 29, 1945. He served in the US Army and was a gifted wood worker. Roger was a man of God, serving as an Elder and Deacon at Lakeview Chapel. He was an outdoors man,...

Donald E Hahn

May 13, 2024

Donald E Hahn , died on May 13, 2024 at 92 years of age, joining his wife of 60 years, Grace M. Hahn.

He is survived by his son David D. Hahn of Akron, Ohio, and brother Daniel E. Hahn of West Bend, Wisconsin.

Per Donald’s wishes, cremation has taken place and there...

John J. "Jack" Luecken

May 12, 2024

John J. “Jack” Luecken, 88, died peacefully at home May 12, 2024, with family at his side. Jack was born in Quincy, Illinois, to Oscar and Mathilda Luecken.

Jack was first and foremost a loving and supportive husband and father. He was also a lifelong learner, an accomplished clarinet player and woodworker, and an enthusiastic...

Donna Regina Waechter, Ph.D

May 12, 2024

Donna Regina Waechter, Ph.D . 84, passed away on Sunday, May 12, 2024.Donna was born November 13, 1939, in Louisville, KY to Dorothy and Wendell Hicks.

She received a BA in Psychology, Summa Cum Laude, and a M.Ed. in Special Education from the University of Louisville. She received her doctorate from Kent State University in...

John Greskovich

May 11, 2024

John Greskovich (9-30-43 to 5-11-24) lived and died his way. John’s family and friends—and anyone who spent the duration of a Natural Light or a cigarette with him—knew what to expect of him. His alloyed nature was equal parts obstinacy, determination, love, and an utter devotion to his truth. If he loved you, he loved you fiercely,...

Auxiliary Captain June I. Cain

May 9, 2024

Auxiliary Captain June I. Cain was Promoted to Glory on May 9, 2024, at the age of 89. June was born in Akron, Ohio on June 14, 1934, to Jasper N. Willey and Dorothy C. Reynolds Willey Cooper. June graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School in 1952 where she excelled in music.  She was a member of...

Donald Gray Corbett

May 8, 2024

Donald Gray Corbett , 92, of Hudson, formerly of Akron passed away on May 8, 2024. Donald was born in Akron, Ohio on December 25, 1931 to the late John and Margaret Corbett.

He earned the highest rank in Boy Scouts-Eagle Scout Award and earned the Litchfield Award in 1949, assuring him of a job...

Judy Wolfe (Grove)

May 7, 2024

Judy Wolfe (Grove) , age 82, passed away peacefully with family by her side on May 7, 2024 in Akron, Ohio.

Preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, John “Jack” Wolfe, parents Kenneth and Helen Grove, brother-in-law Keith Noel, and sister-in-law Eunice Barnhart. Judy is survived by sister Peg Noel, children Terri Ruf...

Lowell O. Bird

May 6, 2024

Lowell Orson Bird of Hudson (formerly of Cuyahoga Falls, Akron, and southeast Michigan) died peacefully on May 6, 2024, surrounded by family members. He was in his 92nd year of life. Lowell is survived by his wife of 68 years, Joanna Bird; children David (Mary) Bird, Karin (Mark) Tapee, and Michael (Lori) Bird; grandchildren Eric (Kate) Bird, Jessica (Tony)...

Dorothy Rose Engler

May 6, 2024

Dorothy Rose Engler, nee Deickman, aged 97, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2024, with her daughter Carol Engler Hale by her side, in Akron, Ohio. Born on October 20, 1926, in Baltimore, Maryland, she was the cherished daughter of her late parents, Leslie Linwood Deickman and Viola Mildred Koepper.

She was the beloved wife...

Jeffrey D. Spitaleri

May 6, 2024

Jeffrey D. Spitaleri Sr ., age 68 of Akron, passed away on May 6th, 2024, at Bath Manor Special Care Center after an extended illness.

He was born in Akron, Ohio on June 27th, 1955, to parents Anthony and Mary.

He was a man who loved life, his family, bingo, sports, and most...