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Obituaries for The Billow Funeral Homes & Crematory
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones
Susan E Schueler
Jan 24, 2018
Susan E Schueler Our dear Susan has found her new home. While we will miss her sharp wit and carefree attitude we celebrate her release from the ravages of the brain aneurysm she suffered more than two years ago. The promise of her restoration in Heaven is reason for joy. Susan's physical challenges these past two years gave her insight...
Unabelle Rebecca Boggs
Jan 22, 2018
Unabelle Rebecca Boggs, 88, of Akron, Ohio passed away January 22, 2018 at the Cleveland Clinic/Akron General Justin T. Rogers Hospice Care Center. She was born August 5, 1929 in Looneyville, WV, the daughter of Ralph C. and Rebecca L. Boggs. She grew up on a farm in the beautiful foothills of WV and attended Spencer High School. After graduation,...
Dorothy J. Kane
Jan 22, 2018
Dorothy Jean Kane (nee Jeanie Popowitch), of Hudson, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord January 22, 2018. She was born in Granite City, Illinois. A Christian, she retired from real estate as Broker, owner of Kane Realty. Preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Paul Richard Kane; father, Harold Stanley Popowich and mother, Angeline (Tomich); sister,...
George Roberts Galehouse
Jan 21, 2018
George R. "Gus" Galehouse Jr. M.D. Passed away peacefully on January 21st, 2018 with his family by his side. Born in Akron, Ohio December 30th 1929. Gus attended West High School and graduated from the University of Akron where he was a member of the Lone Star Fraternity. He lettered in football playing nose guard on defense. He then attended...
John A. Francis
Jan 18, 2018
John Arthur Francis, 92, of Morgantown, West Virginia, passed away January 18, 2018. He was a gentle, loving man who will be missed by many. He was born at home in Akron, Ohio to John and Nettie Francis on February 28, 1925. He grew up on his family farm in Deerfield, Ohio, where he graduated from high school in 1943....
John E. Holcomb
Jan 18, 2018
Judge John Edward Holcomb John E. Holcomb, 69, died of cancer on January 18, 2018, with his loving family at his side. Born in Akron, Ohio, on October 29, 1948, John was a lifelong resident of Akron. He grew up in Ellet and attended school at Windemere Elementary, Hyre Middle, and Ellet High. He received his BA in Political Science...
James C Temo
Jan 17, 2018
James C Temo, a lover of family, dance, film, theatre, Cedar Point's French fries and live shows in Las Vegas... peacefully passed away Thursday, January 17, 2018. James was born October 29,1933 to Greek immigrant parents who instilled in him a fierce love and commitment to family and an incredible work ethic. He started his job in the family business,...
Fue Lane Yee
Jan 17, 2018
Fue Lane Yee, 81, passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 17, 2018, reuniting with the love of her life, her husband of 41 years, Harry Yee (1934 - 2007). Lane was welcomed into the world as Fue Lane Wong by her parents, Howe Soo and Quan Shee Wong, on December 2, 1936 in Williamsport, PA. Lane earned her...
Jean Maree Thome
Jan 15, 2018
Jean M. Thome (Zimmerman) Jean Maree Thome (nee Zimmerman) passed from this earthly life on January 15, 2018, at the age of 92 years 7 months. Jean was born in Fostoria, Ohio June 16,1925, to Nina Leona Knepper and Harris Rathburn Zimmerman, and moved to Akron with her widowed mother and three older sisters in 1930. She attended Margaret Park...
Menelaos "Mike" J. Pastis
Jan 14, 2018
Menelaos "Mike" J. Pastis Menelaos "Mike" J. Pastis, 76, the much loved son of James and Despina (Xenakis) Pastis, and maker of exceptional fruit salads, died at his home January 14, 2018, Gainesville, FL surrounded by family. Mike was the youngest of 4 children born to Greek immigrant parents in Akron, OH on February 8, 1941. He lived in Akron...
Josephine W Anikeeff
Jan 13, 2018
Josephine W. Anikeeff Josephine W. Anikeeff (née Obroslinski) 100, of Akron, Ohio passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home on January 13, 2018, 15 days before her 101st birthday. Josephine was born in Detroit, Michigan on January 28, 1917 to Teofil Obroslinski and Aniela Biernat Obroslinski. She attended the University of Michigan. Married in 1942 to Alexis Michael...
Robert W Higham
Jan 13, 2018
Robert W. Higham Attorney Robert W. Higham, 77, of Bath passed away January 13, 2018. He was born in Rochester, NY on January 15, 1940. Bob graduated from Kent State University and the University of Akron School of Law. He was admitted to practice law in the State of Ohio in 1969. Bob worked for Nationwide Insurance as an adjuster,...
Patricia M. Oseland
Jan 8, 2018
Patricia McClister Oseland passed away peacefully on Monday, January 8, 2018. Patti was born on June 1, 1928, and was raised and lived her entire life in the Akron area. She married Zimri C. Oseland, Jr. in 1960, and they were married for 49 years until his passing. Patti is survived by her daughter, Lani (Jeff) Murphy of Akron, OH,...
Richard Albert Guyton
Jan 7, 2018
Born in Springfield, Ohio July 6, 1923 to Homer Joseph Guyton and Helen Tavenner Guyton, Richard "Dick" A. Guyton, M.D., succumbed to influenza on January 7, 2018. Dick is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 53 years, Mildred "Millie" R. Guyton and five children, Dr. Daniel (Anne) Guyton of Akron, Ohio; Paul Guyton of Brattleboro, Vermont; Pamela Grassbaugh...
William Duane Huff
Jan 5, 2018
William Duane Huff III, of Richfield passed away suddenly on Thursday, January 4th, 2018 at his "dream home." Duane, as most knew him, was born July 9th, 1960 at Akron General Medical Center. The first of three boys, Duane served as a father figure to his two younger brothers and to many others who had the good fortune of knowing...
Thomas J. Weigand
Jan 4, 2018
Thomas Weigand, 81, passed away on January 4, 2018. He was proceeded in death by his wife, Gail, parents Robert and Katherine (Bartel) Weigand, and brother, Michael Weigand. He is survived by children, Lisa Wagner, Thomas Weigand, Bridget Baxter (Todd) and Amy Ritchie (Shannan); grandchildren, Haley, Tessa, Samuel, Olivia, Grace, Celia, Eva, Neal, and Brady; brothers, Robert (Joyce dec), Joseph...
Louise Gerber Spaulding
Jan 4, 2018
Louise Gerber Spaulding died January 4, 2018. Louise was born September 26, 1916 in Ragersville, Ohio where her grandfather practiced medicine. She graduated at 16 years old from Dover High School and spent a year before college reading "all the books" in the local public library. During the Depression, her father lost his feed store business and the Roosevelt administration...
Gerald Robert Leipply
Jan 4, 2018
Gerald R. Leipply July 17, 1934 - January 4, 2018 Jerry, as he was known to those who knew him best, left this world on a cold January evening to go riding on his Harley with his good buddies, Jack Rose and Rick Parson. At age 83 he lived a full life and was a gentleman lawyer, and true friend...
Merrily E. Harder
Jan 3, 2018
Merrily E. Harder, 74, died January 3, 2018. Born in Akron, she was an executive secretary for 28 years in Brecksville for the B.F. Goodrich Company at their Research and Development facility. Her family and friends meant everything to her. She loved family gatherings, always made her famous potato salad, and never missed one of Drew's soccer, basketball games or...
Joan Loretta Ruby
Jan 2, 2018
Joan Loretta Ruby was born October 5, 1936 and passed away January 2, 2018, at age 81. She is survived by her husband, James, married 58 years. Joan was born in Akron and was a life-long resident of the Cuyahoga Falls and Akron areas. She graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School, Denison University, and earned a master's degree in education...
Susan E Schueler
Jan 24, 2018
Susan E Schueler Our dear Susan has found her new home. While we will miss her sharp wit and carefree attitude we celebrate her release from the ravages of the brain aneurysm she suffered more than two years ago. The promise of her restoration in Heaven is reason for joy. Susan's physical challenges these past two years gave her insight...
Unabelle Rebecca Boggs
Jan 22, 2018
Unabelle Rebecca Boggs, 88, of Akron, Ohio passed away January 22, 2018 at the Cleveland Clinic/Akron General Justin T. Rogers Hospice Care Center. She was born August 5, 1929 in Looneyville, WV, the daughter of Ralph C. and Rebecca L. Boggs. She grew up on a farm in the beautiful foothills of WV and attended Spencer High School. After graduation,...
Dorothy J. Kane
Jan 22, 2018
Dorothy Jean Kane (nee Jeanie Popowitch), of Hudson, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord January 22, 2018. She was born in Granite City, Illinois. A Christian, she retired from real estate as Broker, owner of Kane Realty. Preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Paul Richard Kane; father, Harold Stanley Popowich and mother, Angeline (Tomich); sister,...
George Roberts Galehouse
Jan 21, 2018
George R. "Gus" Galehouse Jr. M.D. Passed away peacefully on January 21st, 2018 with his family by his side. Born in Akron, Ohio December 30th 1929. Gus attended West High School and graduated from the University of Akron where he was a member of the Lone Star Fraternity. He lettered in football playing nose guard on defense. He then attended...
John A. Francis
Jan 18, 2018
John Arthur Francis, 92, of Morgantown, West Virginia, passed away January 18, 2018. He was a gentle, loving man who will be missed by many. He was born at home in Akron, Ohio to John and Nettie Francis on February 28, 1925. He grew up on his family farm in Deerfield, Ohio, where he graduated from high school in 1943....
John E. Holcomb
Jan 18, 2018
Judge John Edward Holcomb John E. Holcomb, 69, died of cancer on January 18, 2018, with his loving family at his side. Born in Akron, Ohio, on October 29, 1948, John was a lifelong resident of Akron. He grew up in Ellet and attended school at Windemere Elementary, Hyre Middle, and Ellet High. He received his BA in Political Science...
James C Temo
Jan 17, 2018
James C Temo, a lover of family, dance, film, theatre, Cedar Point's French fries and live shows in Las Vegas... peacefully passed away Thursday, January 17, 2018. James was born October 29,1933 to Greek immigrant parents who instilled in him a fierce love and commitment to family and an incredible work ethic. He started his job in the family business,...
Fue Lane Yee
Jan 17, 2018
Fue Lane Yee, 81, passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 17, 2018, reuniting with the love of her life, her husband of 41 years, Harry Yee (1934 - 2007). Lane was welcomed into the world as Fue Lane Wong by her parents, Howe Soo and Quan Shee Wong, on December 2, 1936 in Williamsport, PA. Lane earned her...
Jean Maree Thome
Jan 15, 2018
Jean M. Thome (Zimmerman) Jean Maree Thome (nee Zimmerman) passed from this earthly life on January 15, 2018, at the age of 92 years 7 months. Jean was born in Fostoria, Ohio June 16,1925, to Nina Leona Knepper and Harris Rathburn Zimmerman, and moved to Akron with her widowed mother and three older sisters in 1930. She attended Margaret Park...
Menelaos "Mike" J. Pastis
Jan 14, 2018
Menelaos "Mike" J. Pastis Menelaos "Mike" J. Pastis, 76, the much loved son of James and Despina (Xenakis) Pastis, and maker of exceptional fruit salads, died at his home January 14, 2018, Gainesville, FL surrounded by family. Mike was the youngest of 4 children born to Greek immigrant parents in Akron, OH on February 8, 1941. He lived in Akron...
Josephine W Anikeeff
Jan 13, 2018
Josephine W. Anikeeff Josephine W. Anikeeff (née Obroslinski) 100, of Akron, Ohio passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home on January 13, 2018, 15 days before her 101st birthday. Josephine was born in Detroit, Michigan on January 28, 1917 to Teofil Obroslinski and Aniela Biernat Obroslinski. She attended the University of Michigan. Married in 1942 to Alexis Michael...
Robert W Higham
Jan 13, 2018
Robert W. Higham Attorney Robert W. Higham, 77, of Bath passed away January 13, 2018. He was born in Rochester, NY on January 15, 1940. Bob graduated from Kent State University and the University of Akron School of Law. He was admitted to practice law in the State of Ohio in 1969. Bob worked for Nationwide Insurance as an adjuster,...
Patricia M. Oseland
Jan 8, 2018
Patricia McClister Oseland passed away peacefully on Monday, January 8, 2018. Patti was born on June 1, 1928, and was raised and lived her entire life in the Akron area. She married Zimri C. Oseland, Jr. in 1960, and they were married for 49 years until his passing. Patti is survived by her daughter, Lani (Jeff) Murphy of Akron, OH,...
Richard Albert Guyton
Jan 7, 2018
Born in Springfield, Ohio July 6, 1923 to Homer Joseph Guyton and Helen Tavenner Guyton, Richard "Dick" A. Guyton, M.D., succumbed to influenza on January 7, 2018. Dick is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 53 years, Mildred "Millie" R. Guyton and five children, Dr. Daniel (Anne) Guyton of Akron, Ohio; Paul Guyton of Brattleboro, Vermont; Pamela Grassbaugh...
William Duane Huff
Jan 5, 2018
William Duane Huff III, of Richfield passed away suddenly on Thursday, January 4th, 2018 at his "dream home." Duane, as most knew him, was born July 9th, 1960 at Akron General Medical Center. The first of three boys, Duane served as a father figure to his two younger brothers and to many others who had the good fortune of knowing...
Thomas J. Weigand
Jan 4, 2018
Thomas Weigand, 81, passed away on January 4, 2018. He was proceeded in death by his wife, Gail, parents Robert and Katherine (Bartel) Weigand, and brother, Michael Weigand. He is survived by children, Lisa Wagner, Thomas Weigand, Bridget Baxter (Todd) and Amy Ritchie (Shannan); grandchildren, Haley, Tessa, Samuel, Olivia, Grace, Celia, Eva, Neal, and Brady; brothers, Robert (Joyce dec), Joseph...
Louise Gerber Spaulding
Jan 4, 2018
Louise Gerber Spaulding died January 4, 2018. Louise was born September 26, 1916 in Ragersville, Ohio where her grandfather practiced medicine. She graduated at 16 years old from Dover High School and spent a year before college reading "all the books" in the local public library. During the Depression, her father lost his feed store business and the Roosevelt administration...
Gerald Robert Leipply
Jan 4, 2018
Gerald R. Leipply July 17, 1934 - January 4, 2018 Jerry, as he was known to those who knew him best, left this world on a cold January evening to go riding on his Harley with his good buddies, Jack Rose and Rick Parson. At age 83 he lived a full life and was a gentleman lawyer, and true friend...
Merrily E. Harder
Jan 3, 2018
Merrily E. Harder, 74, died January 3, 2018. Born in Akron, she was an executive secretary for 28 years in Brecksville for the B.F. Goodrich Company at their Research and Development facility. Her family and friends meant everything to her. She loved family gatherings, always made her famous potato salad, and never missed one of Drew's soccer, basketball games or...
Joan Loretta Ruby
Jan 2, 2018
Joan Loretta Ruby was born October 5, 1936 and passed away January 2, 2018, at age 81. She is survived by her husband, James, married 58 years. Joan was born in Akron and was a life-long resident of the Cuyahoga Falls and Akron areas. She graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School, Denison University, and earned a master's degree in education...
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