Obituaries for The Billow Funeral Homes & Crematory

Jan 26, 2021

Carol Ann (Semmler) Johnson, passed away peacefully January 26, 2021 at her home after a long illness. She will be interred in a private ceremony as soon as final arrangements are completed. It is also intended that a Memorial Service to celebrate her life and accomplishments be held at some future date when Covid restraints are less stringent so...

Jan 26, 2021

Robert R. “Bob” Tryon, 90, of Cuyahoga Falls, died peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, January 26, 2021.  He was born in Akron on May 27, 1930, the only child, to the late Ralph C. and Ruth M. (Shaw) Tryon.  After graduating from Cuyahoga Falls High School, Bob went on to earn a Bachelor’s Degree from Kent State University. ...

Jan 25, 2021

Margaret A. LaSalle, nee Penzenik, passed away peacefully at her home on January 25, 2021.  Born in May of 1931 in Mogadore, Ohio, to Charles and Anna Penzenik, she spent her life in the Akron area.  In 1947, she married Frank C. LaSalle, and they raised five children.

Throughout the 1960s, she and Frank worked together to...

Jan 25, 2021

Albert “Patch” “Professor” Ploenes, age 84, of Akron, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 25, 2021 from complications of Parkinson’s Disease.

He was born February 4, 1936, in Akron, where he remained for the entirety of his life. Patch was a 1953 Buchtel graduate and earned his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees at the University of Akron. He...

Jan 24, 2021

Elizabeth A. (Libby) Basye, nee Ashbrook, age 90, died January 24, 2021. Born on June 4, 1930 in Columbus Ohio, she lived in Akron since 1964.  She was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, William E. (Bill) Basye. She is survived by son Dan (Ida) of Columbus, OH; daughter Judy (Steve) of Gaffney, SC; ten grandchildren;...

Jan 23, 2021

Ronald Erb, 71, born in Allentown, PA. on January 10th, 1950, passed away peacefully in his sleep, on January 23rd, 2021 in Medina, OH.

Ron graduated from Emmaus High School in 1967. He had a successful career in telecommunications for over 35 years. Following retirement, he spent his time traveling and with those he loved.

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Jan 22, 2021

Joseph Patrick Andrea, 63, died January 22, 2021, surrounded by the love and care of his family and friends. Joe was born July 17th, 1957, in Akron, Ohio, to the late Joseph and Patricia Andrea. He was the eldest of five siblings whom he adored. His sister was his best friend. He loved sports and was a hopeful supporter...

Jan 22, 2021

Robert “Bob” J. Crawford, Jr., 78, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2021. Born on March 8, 1942 in Cleveland, Ohio, Bob was preceded in death by his loving wife Eddi and survived by his only child Jonathan.

Bob received his bachelor's in liberal arts from the University of the State of New York. He worked as...

Jan 20, 2021

Lifelong Richfield, Ohio resident Terry Lee Kelly passed away Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at the age of 57.

Terry was a true outdoorsman – happiest when surrounded by his friends and the elements. His prefect weekend would include deer-hunting, fish-catching, and Harley-riding.

Family members will affectionately recall him as a natural storyteller. His loud, charismatic...

Jan 20, 2021

William E. Bowers

January 20, 2021

“A man stays alive while he is remembered. He dies only when there is no one that remembers him.”

William Emmett “Papa” Bowers died peacefully on January 20, 2021 at his home in Copley, Ohio at age 82, surrounded by his family. Bill was born May 2,...

Jan 20, 2021

Madeline (Mooradian) A. Armstrong, 93, left her earthly home, known for its hospitality and love, for her eternal home with the Lord on January 20, 2021.  She began her beautiful life on February 16, 1927, in Akron, OH, attending elementary school only able to speak her parents native language Armenian. But she assimilated into schooling, graduating from Buchtel High...

Jan 20, 2021

William E. (Bill) Basye, 92, died January 20, 2021. Born on June 21, 1928 in Heber Springs, Arkansas, he lived in Akron since 1964. He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Elizabeth (Libby); son Dan (Ida) of Columbus; daughter Judy (Steve) of Gaffney, SC; ten grandchildren; nine great grandchildren with two more on the way. Mr....

Jan 20, 2021

Roger Charles McCormick, age 87, of Akron, passed away on Wednesday, January 20, 2021.

Anyone who knew Roger knew that he was born on St Paddy’s Day and that he grew up in a funeral home. These were two of his favorite stories to tell. He was a lifelong resident of Akron and a 1951 graduate of...

Jan 19, 2021

Lieutenant-Colonel Larry Gene Rodgers, 89, of Sarasota, Florida, formerly of Columbus, Ohio died from complications of COVID-19. He was treated in the COVID Ward and Intensive Care Unit at Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Sarasota, Florida from January 9, 2021 until his passing on January 19, 2021. A veteran of the Cold War and a flying warrior for over four decades,...

Jan 19, 2021

Jean H. Scarborough, 76, of Akron, passed away Tuesday, January 19, 2021.

She was employed for over 15 years at Acme Fresh Market.

Jean is reunited in Heaven with her one and only love of 50+ years, Michael.

She leaves to cherish her memory her daughters, Sheryl (the late Mark) Reitz, and Vickie...

Jan 16, 2021

Mrs. Otto M. Vrooman (Mildred Lucile (Lucy) Arrington), of Copley, Ohio, passed away on January 16, 2021. She was a fortunate resident of Concordia at Sumner, in Copley. Lucile, daughter of Frederick J. and Edna B. (Lambert) Arrington, was born on February 9, 1923, in Princeton, Mercer County, West Virginia. At age 21, she was baptized in the First...

Jan 14, 2021

Roy Dean Buol, 62, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2021. He was preceded in death in March of 2020 by his wife, Roberta “Bobbie” Carper. He leaves behind a niece, Dawn Toller Smith, her husband, Todd Paul Smith and their sons, Bradley Scott and Brendan Bailey Smith of Rohnert Park, California; his sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Ingrid and Frank...

Jan 14, 2021

Constance M. Gustafson (nee Dohner), age 72, of Akron, joined the Lord in Heaven on Thursday, January 14, 2021, while surrounded by her loving family.

She was born August 2, 1948, in Akron; daughter of the late Forest and Trudy Dohner. Connie's family was everything to her. She loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. She...

Jan 11, 2021

John A. Mogen passed away on January 11, 2021. He was born in Owatonna, Minnesota. He received a bachelor’s degree in architecture and a Master’s degree in public administration from the University of Minnesota. He then worked for two years for the US Department of Housing and Urban Development in Chicago and then another two years with the Cornell...

Jan 10, 2021

Arthur Lloyd Beck, 90, went home to his Lord and Savior on January 10, 2021 after fighting the good fight surrounded by his loving family. He was born November 19, 1930, in Akron to the late Arthur E. and Faye Beck.

Arthur was preceded in death by his brother Larry. He is survived by his loving wife...