Obituaries for The Billow Funeral Homes & Crematory

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...

Jul 27, 2024

Helen Virginia (Grimm) Knight , 87, passed away peacefully on Saturday 27 July 2024 close to her home in Copley, Ohio. She is preceded in death by her husband, Donald Lee Knight, her mother, Helen Stover, and her Aunt Florence and Uncle Leonard (June) Littman. She is survived by her three children - Sherri (Marcello), Donald Jr....

Jul 26, 2024

Ann Borodell Conner nee Denison was born June 9, 1932 to Lucius and Laura Belle(Shipman) Denison in Syracuse, New York. She passed away July 26, 2024 and was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 50 years Frank Edward Conner, and her brother George H. Denison (Kay). She is survived by four children; David of...

Jul 26, 2024

Vincent Matthew Radilovic , 70, of Cuyahoga Falls passed away on July 26, 2024 after a short illness. Vince was born in Youngstown, Ohio on October 5, 1953 to the late Vincent and Helen Radilovic. From the early 60’s, Vince was captivated by music and borrowed albums from all his friends. He was a graduate of Struthers...

Jul 21, 2024

Melvin H. Reedy , born July 25, 1947, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2024. He grew up in Bristol, Tenn., until his family moved to the Mansfield, Ohio area.

He attended Toledo University where he played baseball, and he held several long-standing records. He completed his degree from the University of Akron and resided...

Jul 20, 2024

Charles “Chuck” Dunlap , 78, of Green passed away on July 20, 2024. Chuck was born in Akron, Ohio on September 26, 1945, to the late Charles and Julia Dunlap. Chuck was a graduate of Manchester High School class of 1963 and attended Kent State University. He retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber racing tire division and...