Obituaries for The Billow Funeral Homes & Crematory

Dec 26, 2018

Frances Keller, passed away on December 26, 2018. Preceded in death by Richard D. Keller, her husband of 57 years; daughter and son-in-law, Karen and Richard Pursley and sister, Betty Bazur. She is survived by her daughters, Diana (Arthur) Richards of Akron and Mary (Greg) Philippe of Fort Mitchell, KY; five grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren; and brother, William Wackerman. Frances' love...

Dec 24, 2018

Mary L. Kroesen, 93, passed away on December 24, 2018 at The Village at St. Edwards. Mary had been active at several area churches, including the funeral meal program at St. Martha, prayer groups at St. Sebastian, and the music ministry at St. Bernard's. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank. She is survived by her daughter, Pauline;...

Dec 23, 2018

Diana Sims Gayer, 86, passed away surrounded by her family December 23, 2018. The wife of John Gayer, she was born April 16, 1932 in Chicago, IL to Corinne and Clarence Sims. After graduating from Upper Arlington High School in Columbus, Ohio, she pursued her violin studies at Oberlin Conservatory of Music and then transferred to the University of Michigan...

Dec 22, 2018

Adrienne Ann Clark, 84, died December 22, 2018. Born August 13, 1934 in Akron, Ohio to Walter and Harriette Darst Johnson, she had been a social worker at Family Services, retiring in 1982, after which she worked at House of Plants. Ann was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church where she volunteered and sang in the Choral Society. Ann...

Dec 18, 2018

Thomas R. Easterling, 43, passed away suddenly December 18, 2018. Born in Akron, April 10, 1975 to James and Margie Toops Easterling, he was a graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School and had attended Kent State University. He worked for many years at Acme and presently worked at Kent State. Thomas attended the First United Methodist Church of Cuyahoga Falls,...

Dec 17, 2018

Richard Rehn Heisel passed away on Monday, December 17th after a sudden and valiant battle stemming from a protracted and debilitating disease. Born in Long Branch, NJ on February 26, 1938 to the late Robert and Patricia Heisel, "Dick" grew up on the Jersey shore with a deep love of the beach and the oceana�"something he shared with all he...

Dec 16, 2018

June Ann Denious (nee Elias) Surrounded by loved ones, June Ann Denious (nee Elias), 85, was called home to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 16, 2018. A loving wife, mother and grandmother will be remembered for her all overflowing wisdom, guidance, love, patience, and understanding. Born 1933 in Cleveland and an Akron area resident since 1940, June graduated...

Dec 15, 2018

George D. Mallo, 71, attorney at law, of Las Vegas, Nevada, our beloved husband, brother, uncle ("unc"), and friend, passed away peacefully December 15, 2018, surrounded by loved ones. He was born in Akron, Ohio, on November 3, 1947, and was preceded in death by his parents, Offie and Rose; and brother, Larry. George graduated from Ohio University and earned...

Dec 14, 2018

Gui Lan Liang, 47, passed away December 14, 2018. A beautiful, strong, and caring woman who overcame all difficulties set before her. She was a loving mother and business owner who lived a fulling life doing the things that she loved most. She will be fondly remembered in our hearts as a mother, business owner and a friend. Calling hours...

Dec 11, 2018

Dr. Grant William Mabee (Bill) passed into the hands of our loving God on December 11, 2018 after a long illness. He was 82. He was born January 8th 1936 in Cleveland Ohio to Dr. Horace Grant Mabee, MD and Evelyn Watson Mabee. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Pamela Ann Mabee and beloved granddaughter, Sarah Margaret...

Dec 11, 2018

Patricia Elizabeth Frase, 69, died unexpectedly December 11, 2019.

A longtime resident of the Copley-Fairlawn area, she was a 1968 graduate of Copley High School and graduate of Ashland University. She was a lifelong member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Sharon Center as well as a member of the choir. She had retired from...

Dec 8, 2018

David H. Perrine passed away in his sleep from an apparent heart attack on Saturday December 8th, two days short of his 61st birthday. He was a life-long resident of Akron. After serving in the US Marine Corps he pursued a career in heating, cooling and refrigeration until a motorcycle accident left him unable to meet the work's physical demands....

Dec 7, 2018

Harry Thomas Brewer passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Dec. 7, 2018. Harry was a graduate of Central High School. After winning the Golden Glove Trophy, he became a semi-pro boxer. He joined the Ohio National Guard and rose to the rank of lieutenant. His career in law enforcement began with the Ohio State Highway Patrol...

Dec 7, 2018

Harry E. Whittle passed away on December 7, 2018. Born in Cleveland, Ohio on October 8, 1941, he was a general contractor at Tee Time Properties. Preceded in death by his parents, Ruth (nee Riordan) and Harry E. Whittle; brothers, Donald and Thomas Whittle; he is survived by his loving partner of 33 years, Joan Genovese; son, Michael; nephews, Todd,...

Dec 6, 2018

Cheryl M. Welch, 82, died December 6, 2018. Born in Akron June 27, 1936 to James M. and Forest Blair Taylor, she was a graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School. An active member of the First United Methodist Church of Cuyahoga Falls, Cheryl had retired as a secretary from the Summit County Juvenile Courts. Preceded in death by her parents;...

Dec 2, 2018

Esther Simonetti Owen Esther Simonetti Owen, 101, passed away December 2, 2018. She was born on October 7, 1917 in Akron, Ohio to Jack and Jennie Simonetti and graduated from North High School and the University of Akron, where she received her bachelor's and master's degrees in education. She was married to Harry Owen, who died in 2008. Her passion...

Nov 29, 2018

Nancy P. Smith, 80, went to heaven November 29, 2018. Born in Akron, where she lived most of her life. She retired as a teacher at Pre-School of Montrose, member of Bath Church UCC, Salvation Army Women's Aux., D.A.R., Pilot Club, and various church singing groups. Preceded in death by her husband, David J Smith and her son, Steve. She...

Nov 28, 2018

Rita M. Ulrich, formerly of Bath, Ohio passed away peacefully on November 28, 2018 at the age of 96. Rita was born in Akron on December 9, 1921 to Ermina (Wallack) McKenna and George E. McKenna. Rita graduated from West High School and attended the Ohio State University. On January 14, 1945 Rita married Joseph Ulrich, who proposed to her...

Nov 27, 2018

John Whitaker ("Whit") Ewing, 81, of Akron, Ohio, passed away Tuesday November 27, 2018 after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. Whit was born on Jan. 21, 1937 in East Liverpool, Ohio, son of the late Charles Earl and Grace A. (Simmons) Ewing. He was married to Sandra L. (Zimmerman) Ewing on June 18, 1960, who survives. Whit was a...

Nov 26, 2018

Jacqueline L. Wobith, 95, died November 26, 2018. Preceded in death by her husband, Dwight Wobith; and son, Dale Koprinik; she is survived by her daughter, Christine (Michael) LeMonier; step-sons, Kenneth (Patty), Donald (Mary) and Larry (Debbie) Wobith; nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and daughter-in-law, Sandy Koprinik. Friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m. THURSDAY, December 6th, at the Billow...