Obituaries for The Billow Funeral Homes & Crematory

Jun 11, 2023

James (Jim) Patrick Regan , age 79, passed away on Sunday, June 11, 2023, at the Hospice Care Center in Copley. Jim began life as the youngest member of his family and was the last surviving member of his generation. He was preceded in death by his parents James Patrick, Sr. and Helen Thuran, and his beloved...

Jun 10, 2023

Daniel Joseph “Danny” Lizotte , age 75, died on June 10th, 2023. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11 A.M. TUESDAY June 20th at Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church, 73 N Ave. Tallmadge, OH 44278, with Father Jared Orndorff  and Father Michael Matusz concelebrating. Calling Hours 5-8 P.M. MONDAY June 19th at the Billow FALLS...

Jun 8, 2023

Claire B. Grant , 96, passed away Thursday, June 8, 2023. She was born in Delmar, MD, to Lela and Walter Figgs. After graduating from Delmar High School, Claire completed nurses training and became a registered nurse. She served as a cadet nurse during WWII, helping care for returning injured soldiers. Most of her nursing career was...

Jun 4, 2023

Natalie Miahky , of Akron, Ohio, passed away at the age of 83 on June 4, 2023.  She is survived by her two loving sons, Paul and Stephen, her daughter-in-law, Christina (McGann), and her two granddaughters, Clara and Madeline.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Zenon, her older sister, Irene (Rabij) and her parents, Bohdan...

May 31, 2023

Benjamin F. Butler , 84, died peacefully in his sleep on May 31, 2023.

Born in Barberton, he was a longtime resident of Bath, Ohio.  Ben was a graduate of Kent State University, where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Architecture.

Ben should be remembered as a devoted husband, caring father and...

May 31, 2023

Lorraine Gilbert Fair passed away on May 31, 2023 in Akron, Ohio. She was 96 years old, and is survived by her loving children Michelle and Jeff (Linda); grandchildren Grayson and Arianne; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Steve and Mary Gilbert, husband Don, and brother...

May 30, 2023

NORM SCHMIDT  “UNCLE SAM”

Norman Dale Schmidt , age 83, passed away suddenly on May 30, 2023.  He was born December 9,1939 in Lincoln, Illinois.  He was a proud graduate of The University of Illinois with a major in Biology.  He began his teaching career in Illinois.  Being the outgoing, energetic man he was, he...

May 29, 2023

Carl David Keffer passed away with family at his side on Memorial Day - May 29, 2023. Dave was born in LaGrange, Ohio on June 20, 1947 to Carl Emerson and Doris June (Willis) Keffer.  He enjoyed spending time with family and friends and, “back in the day” enjoyed travel, fishing, bowling and golf.  He served in...

May 29, 2023

Marilyn Adams Harper , 75, passed away May 29th, 2023, at the home of her daughter.  She had been contending with ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) for at least two years. Marilyn grew up in Bath, Ohio, where she went to Revere Local Schools, and was a majorette and homecoming queen. She raised her family and was a...

May 29, 2023

Sarah “Sally” Nicol, 95, of Cuyahoga Falls passed away peacefully on May 29, 2023. She was born in Glasgow, Scotland on October 16, 1927, the daughter of the late Alexander and Rebecca Young. She came to the United States in 1951, and married her husband, David, in January 1954. They celebrated 54 years of marriage. Sally retired from F....

May 28, 2023

Paula J. Myers , 77, of Cuyahoga Falls passed away on May 28, 2023. Paula was born in Akron, Ohio on September 17, 1945 to the late Edwin Richard Sr. and Jean A. (Botzum) Barnard and was a graduate of Woodridge High School. She was preceded in death by her siblings Edwin Richard Barnard Jr. and Mary...

May 28, 2023

Lucy Louise (Porter) Johnson , born 5/4/1920 in Vandergrift, PA and died 5/28/2023 at 103 years old. She was preceded in death by her parents, Louis Lester and Elanore (Schneider) Porter; her husband, Ray A. Johnson, and their son Patrick who died at 2 days old.

Louise attended Muskingum College in Ohio and worked for...

May 22, 2023

Diane M. Kilroy , 75, of Cuyahoga Falls passed away on May 22, 2023. Diane was born in Cleveland, Ohio on November 22, 1947 to the late Wilbert George and Mary Louise Lange. She was a graduate of Nordonia High School class of 1965, received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Akron, her master’s degree from...

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...