Obituaries for The Billow Funeral Homes & Crematory

Aug 20, 2024

Lisa A. Wagner passed away on August 20th. She was born on September 17, 1959, in Barberton, the first child of Tom and Gail (Gordon) Weigand, both of whom precede her in death. She is survived by her siblings: Tom Weigand, Bridget (Todd) Baxter and Amy (Shannan) Ritchie, nieces and nephews: Haley Weigand, Tessa (Clay) Ellenwood, Ritchies...

Aug 18, 2024

Susie Rogers Obituary

December 4, 1931 – August 18, 2024

Surely, the 1925 chart topper “If you knew Susie” was inspired by Suzanne “Susie” Rogers, because “oh, oh, oh what a girl”. To know Susie was a gift, and it is with gratitude for having been part of her life that we mark her passing...

Aug 17, 2024

Benjamin Joseph Wade , aka “Benny Bob”, “Benny and the Jets”, or “Bud”, 31, passed away on August 17th, 2024. Born in Akron on December 4th, 1992, Ben attended Cuyahoga Falls High School, graduating in 2011. He was employed by The City of Cuyahoga Falls, in the water department. Ben was an avid golfer, pool player, and...

Aug 16, 2024

Pamela A. Cole passed away peacefully in hospice care after a year-long battle with cancer on August 16, 2024, at the age of 74. She was born on September 26, 1949, to Henry and Jean Hart in Akron, Ohio.

She was a 1967 graduate of Buchtel High School.  She was also a loyal Girl Scout, earning the...

Aug 14, 2024

Juliann Marie Levy (Richards) of Akron passed away on August 14, 2024.

Juliann was born in Akron, Ohio to James and Constance Richards.

She graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School and achieved a BA and an MA from the University of Akron.  Juliann held significant roles in Training/Development and Management, which allowed her to channel...

Aug 13, 2024

Dr. Gregory A. Moten, D.O. , of Cuyahoga Falls, OH, passed away peacefully on August 13th, 2024, in Stow, Ohio.  He was 68 years old. Born in Avella, Pennsylvania, Dr. Moten was a beloved physician, devoted father, a proud fun-loving grandfather (“GG”), and cherished family member and friend to many.

Born on September 8, 1955,...

Aug 13, 2024

Cecilia “Betty” Palmer, 97, of Cuyahoga Falls passed away on August 13, 2024. Betty was born in New Brunswick, Canada on January 31, 1927 to the late Ellis and Susan Bunker.

She was an avid hiker, bowler and enjoyed the Metro Parks.

Preceded in death by her parents, loving husband Ronald and son Tom. Betty...

Aug 12, 2024

Robert W. Thomson, November 9, 1941 - August 12, 2024

Robert William Thomson was born on November 9, 1941 in Collingswood, New Jersey to Al and Betty Thomson. He was a three-pound preemie who had to be fed with an eye dropper, but he cleared life’s first hurdle with the strength and spirit that would...

Aug 11, 2024

Suzanne Rogers , age 92, longtime resident of Akron, passed away Sunday, August 11, 2024.

Suzanne was born March 15, 1932, in Cuyahoga Falls, OH to Robert and Sara Rogers.

She is survived by her children, Marva Anderson and Arnold Gainer; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; siblings Elizabeth, and Charles; and five other...

Aug 11, 2024

Suk Ho Kang , age 88, passed away on August 11, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Ji Shun Kang, his daughter and her husband, Jennifer and Lynn Jang of Mclean, VA, and his two grandchildren, Olivia and Kyle.  He was born on May 16, 1936, in Seoul, South Korea.  He graduated from Yonsei University School...

Aug 9, 2024

Baby Silas James DeLuca was born on August 3, 2024 and passed away August 9, 2024.

He was loved by his family and friends. The family appreciates all the love, prayers and support that they have received throughout this very difficult time.

The family will receive friends on THURSDAY, August 22 from 10AM-12PM...

Aug 8, 2024

Virginia (Ginny) Hayes

July 30, 1931 – August 8, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother Ginny Hayes.

Ginny was born in Marrietta, Ohio to Bessie and Charles Lane.  Ginny’s early years were shaped by the great depression era (when...

Aug 7, 2024

Bruce Alan Saxman , born on January 6, 1941, in Akron, Ohio, to the late Theodore and Anne Saxman, peacefully passed away on August 7, 2024, surrounded by his family. Bruce lived a full life, leaving behind a legacy of memories that will be cherished by all who knew him.

Bruce is survived by his...

Aug 7, 2024

Thomas R. Merryweather

Tom was born in Akron, Ohio the oldest son of Dorothy and Clyde.  He was a 5th generation Akronite  with deep roots in the Highland Square neighborhood. His great grandfather farmed on land which later became a midrise Apartment building which Tom managed. His grandfather built houses in Highland Square and he...

Aug 6, 2024

Kay Ellen Franks , a beloved mother, educator, volunteer, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 6th, 2024 at the age of 73. Kay was born in Akron, OH on August 27th, 1950 to parents Paul and Carol Nicholson. She devoted her life to serving others, and taught as a Spanish teacher for 37 years at both...

Aug 6, 2024

Our beloved Anu Ramakrishnan , age 57, of Richfield, OH, passed away on Tuesday, August 6, 2024.

Anu died peacefully at home, surrounded by her family and friends. Remembered by her husband Umesh, son Neel, and many, many family & friends all over the world.

She enjoyed traveling, culinary experiences, running & hiking,...

Aug 1, 2024

Vinodchandra D. Patel , age 65, of Fairlawn, OH, passed away on Thursday August 1, 2024. He was born on April 1, 1959 in Gujarat, India to parents Dhulabai and Pushpaben Patel.

Funeral service will take place 12:00 P.M. SUNDAY August 4th, 2024 at the Billow Funeral Homes & Crematory, FAIRLAWN Chapel, 85 N. Miller...

Jul 31, 2024

Susan Somerville (nee Serrani) died peacefully at home on July 31,2024, surrounded by her daughters. Preceded in death by her beloved Joffre, her parents Lucy and Nick, and siblings Dante and Toni. Remembered by her daughters, Jenny, Missy (Brian) and Colleen; grandkids, Brock, Gus, Lillian, Xander, Kennedy and Josiah, and sisters, Linda (Brian) and Sharon. Susan lived for her...

Jul 29, 2024

On July 29, 2024, our mother Joanne Justik (JoJo), age 84 was welcomed into the arms of the Lord.  She was a beloved mother, Nana, and friend to many.  She was a long time resident of Hinckley, Ohio, where she raised and showed Arabian horses.

Joanne is survived by her daughter, two sons, and many...

Jul 27, 2024

Joanne Darkow Greive, age 93, of Akron, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 27, 2024.

She was born September 25, 1930, daughter of the late Harold William and Lydia Brueggeman Darkow.  She was baptized and confirmed at Grace Lutheran Church in Akron.  Joanne graduated from Buchtel High and Penn Hall Junior college.  She met her late husband...