Obituaries for The Billow Funeral Homes & Crematory

Feb 28, 2020

Anne H. Alexander, 87, passed away on Friday, February 28, 2020.

Anne was born in Chicago, IL and moved to Wadsworth, OH.  She lived in Northeast Ohio for the remainder of her life.  Anne’s parents were A. Houston Alexander and Helen Agnew Alexander.  Anne received her diploma from The House in the Pines boarding school...

Feb 26, 2020

Donald Craig Zager, 73, died February 26, 2020.

Born September 9, 1946 in Akron, Ohio to Robert Lewis and Eleanor Louise (Hull) Zager.  He was a graduate of Kenmore High School (Class of 1964) and received a degree from the National Institute of Technology.

Don retired from General Motors in Parma in 2004 after 33...

Feb 24, 2020

No calling hours and no service

Feb 21, 2020

DR. ZOUHAIR YASSINE, age 91. Beloved husband of 66 years to Carol (nee Batich). Loving father of Leila Vespoli (Anthony). Cherished grandfather of Daniella Vespoli, J.D. (Allison Vespoli) and Carolyn Vespoli, M.D.  Dearest son of the late Chafic and Leman (nee Demirel). Dearest son-in-law of the late Louis Sr. and Martha Batich (nee Coha). Dear brother of the late...

Feb 20, 2020

Joseph Hokes Jr., 84, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on February 20, 2020 at home in the care of his loving family. Joseph was born on January 27, 1936.

Joseph was also known to family and friends as Joe, Poppy and Papa. Joseph was a strong (but stubborn) and courageous man, who even though met many obstacles...

Feb 18, 2020

Agnes Morrison, age 91, died peacefully on February 18, 2020. She was born in Akron, Ohio on May 2, 1928 to Harold Fluck and Edna Fluck (n. Hawn). She grew up in Kenmore and attended Kenmore High School. Shortly thereafter, she met her husband, Edward L. Morrison and together, they raised their family in Akron.

Always sociable,...

Feb 17, 2020

Joyce M. Fatur, Ph.D.

Joyce Mary Fatur, 74, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, February 17, 2020.

She was born July 7, 1945 in Cleveland, OH to the late Frank R. Fatur, Sr. and Josephine (Pirnat) Fatur. Joyce was a 1963 graduate of the Ursuline Academy of the Sacred Heart and held a doctorate in clinical...

Feb 13, 2020

Cynthia J. “Cindy” (nee Coughlin) Crawford, 65, went home to be with her Lord and Savior February 13, 2020.

Born in Rocky River, Ohio November 19, 1954 to Edward Francis and Joan Kay Johnson Coughlin, she was a graduate of Stow High School and longtime resident of Tallmadge.  She had retired as a patient business service supervisor...

Feb 12, 2020

Walter E. “Bud” deBruin, Jr. passed away on Wednesday, February 12.

Born on June 5, 1936 at St. Thomas Hospital in Akron, he was 83 years old and lived a very full life.  He attended Buchtel High School and the Ohio State University, enlisting in the United States Army for 2 years before graduating from Ohio State....

Feb 12, 2020

Family, friends, and the community have lost a wife, a mother, a sister, a daughter, a friend, a creative costume designer, musician, and most importantly a passionate educator.

She was a graduate of Ohio University, a distinguished member of Akron Public Schools where she was employed for over 30 years. She took great pride in laying an...

Feb 12, 2020

Shawn Capron Duncan was born November 19, 1958 and passed away suddenly on February 12, 2020 knowing each day had been a gift.

He was born and lived his entire life in Akron, Ohio. He worked at Ardmore, Inc. for the past three decades.

Being the youngest of five children, Shawn was preceded in death...

Feb 11, 2020

Stanley Edward Martin passed away peacefully on February 11, 2020. He was 82 years old. He was born in Akron, Ohio on January 14, 1938 to Stanley H. Martin and Agnes L. Martin (n. Gibson). He grew up in West Akron and Bath, Ohio. He attended Buchtel High School where he met his wife, Phyllis Joan Martin. After moving...

Feb 10, 2020

Edwin E. Taylor

1930-2020

Ed Taylor, 90 passed away early Monday, February 10th at his home in The Coventry Assisted Living residence in Salt Lake City, UT.

He is survived by his wife, Sally; daughter, Gail Goodrich of Akron; sons, Gary (Diane) of Omaha, NE, and Scott (Shannon) of Fresno, CA;  granddaughter, Carrie...

Feb 6, 2020

James L. McKinney, 91, born on July 11, 1928 in Akron, OH passed peacefully on February 6, 2020.

Jim grew up in the North Hill area. He graduated from Ohio Northern University with a degree in Pharmacy and was a founding partner of Sand Run Pharmacy, where he spent his career. Jim was very proud that the...

Feb 3, 2020

NANETTE J. HUMPHREY

It is with great sadness that the family of Nanette “Nancy” Humphrey announces her passing on Monday, February 3, 2020 at the age of 83 years.

Nanette will be lovingly remembered by her children, Joan Marie (Ralph) Massimei, James M. Kramer, and Judith L. Kramer; grandchildren, Maria Joan (Massimei), Christina Ann (Carlo)...

Feb 2, 2020

Harry H. Scheu, 92, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 2, 2020.

He is survived by his daughter, Crystal (Salvatore) Ferrise; son, Gary; grandchildren, Mary, Ross (Tracy) Ferrise and Joshua Scheu; great grandsons, William and James Ferrise.

Preceded in death by wife, Delores “Chuckie” Scheu; his mother, Mary E. Scheu; and two sisters.

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Jan 28, 2020

Donald R. Fair, “Don”, passed unexpectedly, but peacefully, from this life on January 28, 2020 in La Quinta, California. He was 93 years young.

He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 64 years, Lorraine; daughter, Michelle; son, Jeff (Linda); grandchildren, Grayson and Arianne; and numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. He was preceded in...

Jan 28, 2020

Jean Bender Preston of Akron, Ohio and Naples, Florida died surrounded by family on Tuesday, January 28, 2020 at the age of 86.  She was born in Peninsula, Ohio on November 30, 1933 to the late Elizabeth and Henry Bender.

Happily married for 49 years, she was the beloved wife of the late Ernest R....

Jan 28, 2020

Helen Gabriel (Shafer) passed away peacefully on January 28, 2020 at the age of 90 in her Richfield home.

She was predeceased by her husband, John; and son, Steve.  She is survived by sons, Jim (Barb) and Jack; daughter in law, Shelia; grandchildren, Jerome, Amanda, Ann, David, Kate, Hanna and Mary; and 5 great grandchildren.

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Jan 26, 2020

Dr. Robert G. Workman, 77, died after a short illness January 26, 2020.

Born in Danville, OH, he was a graduate of Kenyon College and Emory University. Dr. Workman was a retired radiologist from Akron General Medical Center.

He is survived by his son, Monte Workman; daughter, Lynn Workman; and grandson, Monte Schellenberger.  He will...