Obituaries for The Billow Funeral Homes & Crematory

Feb 11, 2022

Frank Joseph “Bud” Holub, Jr., 98, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of February 11, 2022, surrounded by his immediate family.

Bud was born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA to Frank and Minnie (Young) Holub. He was the most well-adjusted middle child in history, flanked by his sisters, who he loved and adored. He attended...

Feb 11, 2022

Jerry R. Jones, 81, of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio passed away peacefully Friday, February 11, 2022 at The Cleveland Clinic Hospice Care Center in Fairlawn, Ohio following a brief illness.

He was preceded in death by his father and mother, J.T and Mae Jones, sister, Judy Kasserman and daughter, Beth Jones.

He is survived by his...

Feb 11, 2022

Viviann Dorothea Whalen (nee O'Neill) passed away peacefully on Friday, February 11, 2022, at her Fairlawn home, surrounded by love. She was born in Chicago on July 2, 1924 to Vincent O'Neill and Ann Anderson O'Neill. She was a resident of Fairlawn for over 50 years.

She was preceded in death by beloved husband, Richard Harvey Whalen...

Feb 10, 2022

Pattie Sue McColgan, 86, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2022.

She was predeceased by her parents and her loving husband M.J. McColgan. Pattie and Jim shared 51 years together until his passing. Pattie is lovingly remembered by her daughter, grandson, niece, nephew, and many cousins. Pattie enjoyed playing bridge at St. Hilary’s and the...

Feb 9, 2022

Helen Pachares Goumas passed away peacefully on February 9, 2022 at the age of 100. She was a faithful servant to family, church, and community: Philoptochos president, Good Samaritans, Daughters of Penelope, Children’s Services Advisory Board, Interfaith Caregivers and many more. Known for her Greek hospitality and cooking, none who came left without a treat or beverage.

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Feb 8, 2022

Marie M. Ginter, 75, died Tuesday, Feb 8. She succumbed, somewhat suddenly, to the accumulated ravages of Polycystic Kidney Disease and Parkinson Disease. Her patience, fortitude, and courage as she battled both of these progressive diseases was admirable.

Born in Cleveland, Ohio, the daughter of Sam and Theresa (Rudolpho) Posateri (both deceased) and the devoted...

Feb 6, 2022

James Lee Gentner, 67, passed away February 6, 2022.

Jim was a supervisor foreman at Roger’s Industrial Product for over 30 years.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Wanda and Louis Gentner. He leaves two children, Blake and Natalie Gentner and granddaughter, Korra. Jim also is survived by brothers, Jerry(Jean), Ronald(Betsy) and sister,...

Feb 5, 2022

Paul Walasek was born on May 15, 1953 in Cleveland, Ohio.

He grew up in Brooklyn, Ohio, spending time with his father and brother at the local airport, where he obtained his solo pilot’s license before he had his driver’s license. He was an enthusiastic classical music lover and collector, and an active member of his church. ...

Feb 4, 2022

Frances Ryan was born on 2/15/1936 and left this life on 2/4/2022. (She wants you to figure out her age.)

Fran is predeceased by her parents, Frank and Era Novella (Huddleston) Ryan.

She attended Margaret Park School and graduated from South High School and The University of Akron. Fran was a teacher until she chose...

Feb 4, 2022

Brian Robert Frangos passed away on February 4, 2022 at the age of 58.  He was born on June 14, 1963, grew up in Rittman and was a longtime resident of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio.  Brian was married to Denise and had two children, Melissa and Jacob, who were the center of his world.  After a 33 year career as...

Feb 2, 2022

Roger Hilding Nelson passed from this world on February 2, 2022.

He is survived by sister, Marcia Nelson Fix; son, Mark H. (Ruth) Nelson of Chicago and daughter, Jane Nelson (Anthony) Hutchison of Oklahoma City as well as granddaughters, Hannah Mae Hutchison of New York City and Emma Jane Hutchison of Washington D.C.;  niece, Anne Fix Bowdler...

Feb 2, 2022

Richey Smith , age 88, died unexpectedly on February 1, 2022, from complications sustained in a fall in his home in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. Born and raised in Akron, Ohio, he was the only child of Martha Richey Smith and Thomas William Smith, Jr. and nephew of Helen Richey, a pioneering female pilot who was the...

Jan 29, 2022

It is with great sadness to announce that Judith A. Harris passed away on January 29th, 2022.

She has gone on to be with those that passed before her. Judith will be missed, never forgotten, and forever in our hearts.

She is survived by her son, Timothy Harris; her sister, Dorothy VonGunten; her grandchildren, Bree...

Jan 28, 2022

In Loving Memory of

Delores J. Vittorella, 79, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2022 with her husband by her side. Loving mother, wife, grandmother, aunt, cousin and friend will be dearly missed and always remembered for her beautiful smile, and kind heart.

Dee is survived by her husband, Paul Vittorella of...

Jan 28, 2022

William J. Krill, age 71, of Akron, Ohio, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Friday, January 28, 2022, after courageously battling a long illness.

Bill grew up in Akron and graduated from Copley High School in 1970. He worked for his father’s business, the Diamond Foundry, in downtown Akron and spent time as a...

Jan 27, 2022

Jessica Lee Crumrine, 36 of Bath passed away on January 27, 2022.

Jessica was born in Akron, Ohio on June 19, 1985. Jessie was a Firestone High School graduate and was also on the bowling team. Jessica loved local stock car racing cheering on her favorite driver (other than her dad #44) Jeff Kuykendall among so many...

Jan 27, 2022

Katherine Schmid age 79 of Bath, Ohio passed away on January 27, 2022 after a long illness.

Kathy grew up in Bay Village Ohio and then received a degree from Heidelberg University. She enjoyed life and was particularly fond of animals, riding her horses, and being a part of the West Country Beagles. Her other loves were...

Jan 26, 2022

Eleanor (Ellie) Frantz passed away peacefully on January 26, 2022 at her residence at Laurel Lake in Hudson, OH. She was 97 years old.

Born Eleanor Marguerite Godard on April 27, 1924, in Akron OH, Ellie was the eldest child of Clara and Jewell (J.W.) Godard. Ellie graduated from Buchtel High School in Akron, OH and earned...

Jan 25, 2022

Vincent “Vince” Tisci passed away on January 24th, 2022 at the age of 78, in his hometown of Akron, Ohio. His battle with serious medical issues in recent years showed his courage in facing life’s challenges with a determined attitude. Despite the pain, Vince continued to work at Action Contracting until the bitter end, just how he wanted it....

Jan 25, 2022

Elizabeth (Betty) Hoover, age 96, passed away on January 25, 2022 of natural causes. Born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania on August 23, 1925, she was the only child of Clyde and Pauline (Cooper) Lowery. She was married to the late E. Ray Hoover for 55 years.

Betty lived in Leola, Pennsylvania for most of her life, moving to...