Obituaries
Debra Sue Eplin
Sep 14, 2026
Debra Sue Eplin, 69, was welcomed into the arms of her savior, Jesus, on Monday, September 14, 2026 after a brief illness. She was born on February 13, 1957 in East Liverpool, Ohio. She grew up in East Liverpool, Pittsburgh, and Akron and graduated from Garfield High School in 1975. She held an Associate’s degree from the University of Akron...
June M. White
Sep 13, 2026
June M. White passed away on September 13, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on May 25, 1940, she lived a life centered on devotion to her family, steady hard work, and the simple joys that brought her happiness.
June was a dedicated worker who spent many years providing for those she loved. From 1958 to 1976, she worked at...
Melanie Sunshine Perry
Sep 11, 2026
Melanie Sunshine Perry, age 50 of Atwater passed away on Friday, September 11, 2026. She was born in Akron on October 14, 1975 to Karen {Simpson} Brink and the late Richard Brink.
Melanie will be dearly missed by her mother Karen; children Morgan (Malachi) Deloney, Sterling Perry and Ty Perry; sister Tamara (Adam) Lang.
Melanie was a loving mother, daughter, sister, friend,...
Kathleen Annette "Kathy" Tomcik
Sep 11, 2026
Kathleen Annette “Kathy” Tomcik, age 57, passed away September 11, 2026. She is preceded in death by her father, Frank Nicotera, and is survived by her mother, Annette (nee Gerhart), sister Annamarie Norgrove (James), twin sister Connie Carlin (Eric), the love of her life Michael Bilas, nephews and nieces Colton, Monica, Marissa, Adam and Danielle, grandnieces Nya and Monae, and...
Richard Lee Schiffbauer Sr. "Rick"
Sep 10, 2026
Richard Lee Schiffbauer Sr. "Rick", age 61, of Akron passed away peacefully at Justin T. Rogers Hospice Care Center on Thursday, September 10, 2026. A lifelong resident of Akron, Rick was born on September 18, 1964 to Shirley and the late Charles Schiffbauer.
In addition to his father, Rick was preceded in death by his son Dustin, brother Daniel, sister Roxanne,...
Charles F. Uher
Sep 10, 2026
Charles Franklin Uher, 63, passed away on Sept. 10, 2026 surrounded by family at his bedside. He was born on May 25, 1963 to Raymond and Marie Uher in Cleveland Ohio.
He loved hiking in the woods, enjoyed many camping trips with his children and family. One of his favorite things to do was to ride his motorcycle and his son...
Mary Alice Lunsford
Sep 8, 2026
On September 8, 2026, Mary Alice Lunsford went to be with our Lord.
With her passing I lost the love of my life, my best friend, and my wife of 54 years. I was fortunate to be her husband. We were married in 1972. Mary was one of six children born to Maurice and Hildred Maxine Huffman on November 20, 1950,...
Ned Brown
Sep 8, 2026
Ned Brown, 92, of Stow, had a change of address on September 8, 2026. He is now in his Heavenly home and his family takes comfort in the scriptures 2 Timothy 4:7
"I have fought a good fight;
I have finished my course;
I have kept the faith."
Ned was born in Fleming, Kentucky on August 19, 1934 to the late Sterling and Doris...
James "Jim" C. Jensen Sr.
Sep 7, 2026
Rev. James C. “Pastor Jim” Jensen Sr.
November 8, 1948 - September 7, 2026
Rev. James C. “Pastor Jim” Jensen Sr., 77, of Akron, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on September 7, 2026. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and pastor, Jim lived a life of many chapters, all connected by one enduring thread: love.
Born in Elyria, Ohio, on...
Janet L. Martin "Jan"
Sep 7, 2026
Janet L. Martin "Jan", 90, of Akron, passed away on September 7, 2026. She was born on August 23, 1936 to the late Robert and Marie (Bickler) Smith and graduated from Hower High School in 1954. Shortly after, she met Harlan Martin while she worked at a local diner. They fell in love and married on June 4, 1955.
In addition...
Charlie E. Wilson
Sep 7, 2026
Charlie E. Wilson, lovingly known to resembled “Bob Ross,” passed away unexpectedly at his home in Mogadore, Ohio, on September 7, 2026, at the age of 72. Born on July 24, 1954, in Lakemore, Ohio, Charlie was a man whose warmth, skill, and adventurous spirit left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to know him.
A 1972 graduate of Springfield...
Steven Michael Grose
Sep 6, 2026
Steven Michael Grose, affectionately known as “Weadro,” passed away on September 6, 2026, in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. He was born on October 17, 1981, in Waynesburg, Pennsylvania.
Steven will be remembered as a man of deep kindness, remarkable humor, and a generous spirit that touched the lives of so many. He had a way of bringing joy to everyone who crossed...
Dolores Ann "Dolly" Richiutti
Sep 5, 2026
Dolores “Dolly” Richiutti, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 5, 2026, after a very short battle with a bone marrow disorder. Although her family here was not ready to say goodbye so quickly, they are grateful that her passing was peaceful.
Dolly was unmatched in the way she mothered and cared for those she loved. Completely selfless, she...
Barbara "Barb" Anne Van Riper
Sep 5, 2026
Barbara "Barb" Anne Van Riper, age 85, of Mogadore, Ohio died on Saturday September 5th, 2026 at Akron General Medical Center. She was surrounded by loved ones. She was born on June 5th, 1941 in Akron, Ohio, the daughter of Kelly and Anna Marie {Sargent} Reed. Other than her parents, Barb was preceded in death by her husband Louis Van...
Cynthia L. Smith
Sep 5, 2026
Cynthia L. Smith, 66, of Akron, passed away on September 5, 2026. She was born on May 9, 1960 the daughter of Charles Robertson and Joyce Robertson. She enjoyed the outdoors and camping with friends and family. She will be remembered for her sense of humor, infectious laugh and the love in her heart.
She was preceded in death by her...
Dale K. Leighton
Sep 5, 2026
Dale K. Leighton, 65, passed away unexpectedly on September 5, 2026. Born in Akron, Ohio to Ted and Dorothy (Grinder) Leighton, he was a lifelong area resident. Dale enjoyed music, fishing, gardening and spending time with his family and friends.
In addition to his parents, Dale was preceded in death by his brothers, Ted Leighton, Steve Leighton. He will be sadly...
Fredrick Earl Andrews
Sep 4, 2026
Fredrick Earl Andrews, 74, passed away on September 4, 2026.
Born on May 3, 1952, Fredrick was a man who loved deeply and lived in a way that reflected his strong character. He loved his wife, Kathy, for 37 years, and he treasured his family and children. Those who knew him will remember a person marked by dry humor and a...
Nancy L. Dawson
Sep 3, 2026
Nancy L. Dawson, 78, passed away peacefully at Tallmadge Health & Rehab on September 3, 2026. She had previously been at Pebble Creek. Nancy graduated from both Stow High School and the University of Akron. She had a lifelong interest in Astrology, the Occult, all kinds of music (Grateful Dead was her favorite) and spending time with her family and...
Andre Walls
Sep 3, 2026
Andre M. Walls, 60, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 3rd, 2026.Andre was born on February 3rd, 1966.
She leaves behind her pride and joy, her boys, Nicholas and Michael, and her furry kids, Koda and Baxter. Andre will be missed by every life that she touched in her time on Earth. Her smile and laugh would light up any room...
Michael Dillon Baker
Sep 3, 2026
Mikey to those who knew him, 34, passed away September 03, 2026. He was born in Akron, OH on August 12, 1992 to Vanessa McGahan and Timothy (Danielle) Baker.
Mikey enjoyed making memories with those who loved him. He was ready to help everyone when they needed it. He was an enthusiast mechanic and enjoyed working on anything he could get...
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