Obituaries for The Billow Funeral Homes & Crematory

Mar 17, 2020

Hansford Edwin “Ed” Welch, Jr., 83, died March 17, 2020.

Born March 30, 1936 in Huntington, WV to Hansford Edwin and Alice Irene Chambers Welch, he was a graduate of Huntington East High School and had served in the Army reserves. Ed earned an associate degree from Hiawassee College in 1959 and finished at Ohio Northern University...

Mar 16, 2020

We are mourning the passing of Richard John Mehring. He passed away on March 16, 2020, in Pensacola, FL, from natural causes. He was 70 years old.

Rick was born in Tulsa, OK, on June 16, 1949, to Richard Duane Mehring and Ethel Margaret Taylor Mehring. He grew up in Bath, OH, graduated from Revere High School,...

Mar 10, 2020

William Carrigan, originally of Cuyahoga Falls, died peacefully at David Simpson Hospice House on March 10, 2020. He was 79.

He leaves behind the love of his life, wife of 53 years, Judith; his children, Lisa C. Tomm (Manfred) and John A. Carrigan; daughter-in-law, Tracy Carrigan; his grandchildren, Nikki Tomm, Kayla Tomm, Zachary Williams, Jaccobb Biller and...

Mar 7, 2020

Douglas E. Mundy, 62, passed away on March 7, 2020.

He resided in Cuyahoga Falls most of his life and was a graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School in 1975. Doug was honorably discharged from the U.S. Navy 1981 as a machinery repairman and continued his employment as a machinist and supervisor throughout his years....

Mar 6, 2020

Louanne Eva Lorzing, 73, passed away suddenly on March 6, 2020. With her heart felt personality that included her unique and colorful nicknames, her gift of gab created an instant bond. She made her home open to all and treated those who were close to her loved ones as members of the family.

She was born and...

Mar 6, 2020

On March 6th, 2020, angels came and escorted John Joseph Marefka, 86, of Copley, OH, into heaven after a long and courageous battle with an auto immune disease.  Because of his athletic training, he never gave up.  He was a kind and gentle giant.  John was born on June 10th, 1933 to John and Cecilia Marefka in Claridge, PA.  ...

Mar 5, 2020

Frank R. Fatur, Jr., 76, passed away on March 5, 2020 after a 5 month debilitating illness. His family was present and at his bedside.

Frank was preceded in death by his parents, Frank R. Fatur, Sr. and Josephine (Pirnat) Fatur; daughter, Christine Marie Fatur; his sister, Dr. Joyce Mary Fatur, and his faithful companion and family...

Mar 4, 2020

Mitchell “Mitch” Lucas passed away suddenly from an embolism on March 4, 2020.

Mitch was born in Akron, Ohio to Marvin and June (Helmick) Lucas.  He graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School in 1970.  Mitch went to the University of Akron and graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree. Mitch was introduced to the love of his...

Mar 2, 2020

Richard B. Wright “Dick”

On March 2, 2020, at age 91, Dick passed away peacefully with his loving wife at his side in his home in Bath, Ohio. Dick was born on October 16, 1928 to C. Nelson Wright and Inez Marie Wright at People’s Hospital in Akron. As an only child he enjoyed many adventures while...

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...