Obituaries
Barbara M. "Barb" Holsinger
Feb 8, 2026
Barbara M. "Barb" Holsinger, 71, passed away February 8, 2026. More information will be shared soon.
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Kevin Laney Tolbert
Feb 7, 2026
Kevin Laney Tolbert, born on January 2, 1955, in a spirited celebration of life and creativity, passed away on February 7, 2026. Renowned as an exceptional professional drummer, Kevin's musical talents extended beyond performance; he crafted his own drums and was notoriously inventive and creative in all his pursuits. He left a legacy of handcrafted items, including speakers and intricately...
Helen Marie (Jasinski) Walker
Feb 5, 2026
Helen Marie (Jasinski) Walker, 87, passed away peacefully February 5, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was born in Brooklyn, New York on March 8,1938 to Anthony and Veronica (Bonic) Jasinski. Helen graduated from St. John’s High School in Goshen, New York in May of 1956 with high marks, particularly in mathematics. She went on to graduate from St. Catherine's...
Marjorie E. Martin
Feb 5, 2026
Marjorie Ellen Martin passed peacefully at home on February 5, 2026. She was surrounded by her loving family, with her devoted husband holding her hand.
She was born in 1939 in Jackson, Ohio, to Walter L. Hess and Myrtle M. Hess. She married the love of her life, Leroy Martin, in 1961, and together they built a life centered on family,...
Marie L. Morris
Feb 5, 2026
Marie L. Morris (Belair), age 98, of Akron, passed away on Thursday February 5, 2026 in the comfort of her home with her loving family by her side. She was born in Akron on January 17, 1928 to the late Joseph and Anna (Devereux) Belair.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband Madison and her son Michael J. Morris.
She...
Christopher Matthew Conley
Feb 5, 2026
Christopher Matthew Conley, a man whose vibrant spirit and fiery attitude painted every moment of his life with enthusiasm, passed away on February 5, 2026, at the age of 66 in Akron, Ohio. Born on May 21, 1959, in Ravenna, Ohio, Christopher filled the world around him with warmth and charisma, a legacy that will resonate through the hearts of...
Helen J. Spragling
Feb 4, 2026
Helen Jean Moore Spragling “Big Momma” departed this earthly life on February 4, 2026 gaining her heavenly wings into the Kingdom of Paradise. Helen fought a great fight, she was strong and courageous but GOD did not want her to suffer any longer.
Helen was born January 6, 1952 to Elton Massey and Idella (Reamey) Moore Davis in Memphis (Shelby County...
Sammie Sky Rose
Feb 4, 2026
Sammie Sky Rose (Connor Ward) unexpectedly left this Earth on Wednesday, February 4th, at the age of 27, to be reunited with her beloved grandparents, Claude Ward and Ronald Nelisher. Whatever Sammie was passionate about, she pursued with her whole heart. She spent countless hours at the lake with her family and proudly participated in fishing tournaments. She loved playing...
John W. Bane
Feb 4, 2026
John W. Bane died unexpectedly on February 4 at his residence in Kent, Ohio. Though John lived in numerous areas of the country from Maui to Bucks County, Pa., he spent most of his life in Northeast Ohio communities.
John was interested in the arts. He both wrote and acted in theater productions from Grove City College to the Maui Community...
Norma Jean Westerfield
Feb 4, 2026
Norma Jean Westerfield, 84, of Akron, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2026. She was born in Louisville, Kentucky on July 28, 1941.
Through friends, she met her future husband, Lyndle Westerfield. They married in 1966 and their family grew to include three children. They moved to Ohio to be close to relatives and were happily married for 52 years until...
Patricia Lynn "Patty" Johnston
Feb 4, 2026
Patricia Lynn "Patty" Johnston, 63, of Akron, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by love on February 4, 2026. She was born on February 24, 1962 to the late Albert and Sophie {Cornette} Johnston.
Patty is survived by her loving sister Phyllis Johnston; her "brother from another mother" Eric Milhoan; significant other Robert "Rocky" Bell; best friend Diane (Patrick) Lindhe;...
Thomas "Tom" A. Pressler
Feb 3, 2026
Thomas A. Pressler, 75, of Uniontown, passed away on February 3, 2026. He was born on October 3, 1950 the son of the late Robert and Wilma Pressler.
He is preceded by his parents; and wife Karen Pressler.
Tom is survived by his son Doug (Pati) Pressler; grandson Seth Pressler; and Seth's mother Heather (Kevin) Prorok.
Per Tom's wishes cremation will take place...
Nancy Largent
Feb 2, 2026
Nancy Largent left this world the same way she lived, surrounded by those who loved her and deeply rooted in her faith. Through her life she selflessly donated her time bettering the lives she touched. Her early years were dedicated to her family, of whom she is survived by Harry, her husband of 60 years and 3 children: Mike (Heather)...
Susan Diane Hibbs
Feb 2, 2026
Susan Diane Hibbs, 76, of Akron, passed away on February 2, 2026. She was born in Morgantown, West Virginia to the late Junior and Dorothy Lawson. As a teenager, Susan was introduced to John R. Hibbs. They fell in love, married, and enjoyed a wonderful honeymoon at Yellowstone National Park before John returned to military service.
The couple moved to Mountain...
William Edward Jackson
Feb 1, 2026
William E. Jackson "Wild Bill" passed on to his Heavenly home on February 1st, 2026.
Born in Akron, Ohio to Harry and Mary {Refi} Jackson, Bill joined the Navy Reserves for a short time and then enlisted in the United States Air Force where he was stationed at Homestead, Florida AFB.
He worked as a mechanic most of his life and enjoyed...
Evelyn Gaye Beers
Feb 1, 2026
Evelyn Gaye Beers, a beloved soul whose laughter resonated warmly through the hearts of all who knew her, departed this world on February 1, 2026, in her cherished hometown of Akron, Ohio. Born on December 27, 1964, Evie illuminated the lives of her family and friends with her vivacious spirit and an infectious joy that was as delightful as her...
Lillian M. Davis
Jan 31, 2026
Lillian M. Davis, 90, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2026 surrounded by her family. Born in Radnor, WV to William and Elva (Hampton) Napier, she moved to Akron, OH in 1942, later moving to Uniontown. Lillian enjoyed working in the flower garden with her dog Charlie, feeding the birds, coffee visits, watching Andy Griffith, reading and spending time with...
Larry Gene Twitchell
Jan 31, 2026
Larry Gene Twitchell, 77, of Mogadore, passed away peacefully at his home on January 31, 2026. He was born in Ravenna on May 12, 1948 to the late Carroll and Ardis {Wertenberger} Twitchell.
Larry is survived by his loving son, Vince Twitchell; step-son Brian (Julie) McElhiney; grandchildren Benjamin and Kaelynne Twitchell, Meghan and Molly McElhiney; lifelong friends Sharon and Carl Ebie.
Larry...
Leonard L. Pirri
Jan 31, 2026
Leonard L. Pirri, 65, passed away on January 31st, 2026, after a sharp decline from Alzheimer’s. He fought health issue after health issue for the last 30 years and is finally at rest. We would like extend a special thank you to the staff at Serenity Hospice for the care and support they have offered in this difficult time.
Born in...
Leonard Alan "Lenny" Seni
Jan 30, 2026
Leonard Alan "Lenny" Seni, 72, of Stow, passed away on January 30, 2026. He was born in Waynesburg, PA on July 1, 1953 to Gloria {Citrone} Gibb and the late Leonard Seni.
Lenny is survived by his loving wife, Patty; sons, Jason and Eric Seni; mother Gloria Gibb; step-mother Judy Seni; siblings Beverly (Rich) Lenhart, Ed Seni, Brian (Angi) Seni and...
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