Obituaries
Roger Lee Nutter
Mar 9, 2026
Roger Lee Nutter, 76, of Akron, passed away on March 9, 2026. He was born in Philippi, WV on September 10, 1949 to the late Martha Nutter.
In addition to his mother, Roger was preceded in death by his 3 younger siblings and his beloved parental figures Leonard and Margie Andersen.
Roger is survived by his loving wife, Janice; daughters, Denise (Jason)...
Robert "Butch" Graham
Mar 9, 2026
Robert "Butch" Graham, a beloved figure in his family and community, passed away on March 9, 2026, at the age of 80. Born on August 4, 1945, Butch lived a life filled with passion for sports, family, and the great outdoors.
He cherished his time spent watching Ohio State and Cleveland Browns football, and held a soft spot for all Cleveland...
Joseph David Wheeler
Mar 9, 2026
Joseph David Wheeler, 67, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2026 at the Village of St. Edward in Fairlawn.
Joe was born on October 3, 1958 at St. Thomas Hospital in Akron, Ohio, the son of the late David G. and Patricia A. Wheeler.
Joe knew he wanted to be a firefighter since childhood. He and his cousins listened faithfully to scanners...
Cindy Sue Grimm
Mar 8, 2026
Cindy Sue (Morris) Grimm, 74, of Canal Fulton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 8, 2026. Born on August 29, 1951, in Akron, Ohio, Cindy spent most of her life in Barberton, where she built a legacy of compassion and selflessness.
A dedicated nurse by profession, Cindy devoted her career to caring for others until her declining health forced her...
Heather M. Copen
Mar 6, 2026
Heather M. Copen, 50, passed away peacefully March 6. 2026 after a courageous battle with cancer for 2.5 years. Born in Ravenna, Ohio to Don Hanan and Joyce Tymcio Hanan, she resided most of her life in Rootstown, Ohio. Heather worked as an LPN. She was an animal lover who enjoyed crocheting, gardening, maintaining her flower beds, decorating for holidays...
Gary Charles Davis
Mar 6, 2026
Gary Charles Davis, 71, of Akron, passed away on March 6, 2026. He was born in Akron, Ohio on February 23, 1955 to the late Hubert "Paul" and Shirley Davis.
Gary retired from Chase Industries in 2020. He led a quiet life but was always there for his family when they needed him. He will be truly missed by his children,...
James L. Goodlet
Mar 6, 2026
James L. Goodlet, 77, of Youngstown, passed away on March 6, 2026. He was born on June 22, 1948 to the late William C. "Chuck" and Mary E. {Pugh} Goodlet.
Jim is survived by his loving children James (Carissa) Goodlet, Kimberly (Angelo) Donatelli, Kristen (Devin) Clark, Kate (Aaron) Arnold, Jeffrey (Lauren) Goodlet and Joshua (Ton'ekiana) Goodlet; grandchildren Camden, Davante, Demetrius, Abigail,...
Clara Irene "Betty Lou" VanBuskirk
Mar 5, 2026
Clara Irene VanBuskirk, lovingly known as “Betty Lou,” went home to be with the Lord on March 5, 2026, at the age of 82.
Betty Lou was born on August 31, 1943 in Carlisle Pennsylvania, and lived a life centered on faith, love, and family. She was the heart of her home and loved her family more than anything in this...
Michele Jo LaRusso
Mar 5, 2026
Michele Jo Larusso passed away at her home in Akron, Ohio, on March 5, 2026.
She was born in December of 1945 in Summit County, Akron, Ohio to parents Cosmo LaRusso and Joetta Dunbar. She attended Ellet High School where she was a star majorette, and where she met her first husband Gordon Epling, with whom she had two daughters -...
Eva M. Starcher
Mar 4, 2026
Eva M. Starcher, 82, of Lakemore, passed away on March 4, 2026. She was born on January 28, 1944 the daughter of the late Joseph and Bernadine Holly. Eva was a member of the Army Navy Garrison #273 in Lakemore where she enjoyed cooking for all the veterans. Eva was always active enjoying 50 plus years of bowling with many...
Lois E. Kelvington
Mar 4, 2026
Lois Elfleda Kelvington, 90, of Akron, passed away on March 4, 2026. She was born on September 16, 1935 to the late William and Verna {Hamer} Ake.
In addition to her parents, Lois was preceded in death by her beloved husband Earl R. Kelvington Jr., their son William "Ross" Kelvington, and her brothers Gerald, Paul, Harold and Verle Ake.
Lois is survived...
Hilda B. Trapani
Mar 3, 2026
Hilda Bernice Trapani, 88, of Akron, Ohio, went home to her Lord on March 3, 2026. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.Hilda’s goal in life was to please the Lord. She walked humbly with God her entire life. She was a woman who surrounded herself with beauty, and her creative gifts blessed many people. Often she...
Luther "Sonny" C. Weeks Jr.
Mar 1, 2026
Luther Clifton Weeks Jr. "Sonny", 85, of Kent, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his home on March 1, 2026. He was born on December 28, 1940 the son of the late Luther and Irene Weeks. of Jenkins, Kentucky. Sonny proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. Sonny retired after many years of dedicated service from General Motors in Lordstown,...
John Fruchey
Mar 1, 2026
John was born in Ohio to parents Robert and Mary Fruchey only a few years after his sister, Roberta. He was a beloved father to Robert and Jamie Fruchey. John was an enlightened individual that loved the outdoors, music, and fishing. He loved to fish, if you knew him long enough you'd probably hear about rainbow trout in Pennsylvania. He...
Lori Lee Aaron
Mar 1, 2026
Lori Lee Aaron, 60, born on May 7, 1965, in Akron, Ohio, departed this life on March 1, 2026, in her beloved hometown. A devoted single mother, sister, aunt, and daughter, Lori was a remarkable individual whose strength and determination left an indelible mark on all who knew her.
Lori pursued her education at Ellet High School, where she laid the...
Rosie Lee Davis
Feb 28, 2026
“Mama Rosie”
Rosie Lee Davis (née Townsend) was born on July 13, 1936, in Kilmichael, Mississippi, to the late Hernando, and Hannah Townsend. One of nine children, she shared her upbringing with six sisters, and two brothers in a loving, close-knit family. At the age of 89, surrounded by her loved ones, Rosie peacefully transitioned from her remarkable earthly life.
Rosie graduated...
Doris "Jean" Lowther
Feb 28, 2026
Doris "Jean" Lowther, 91, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on February 28, 2026 after a short illness. She was born in Spencer, WV on December 23, 1934 to the late Ovie and Ersie {Stanley} Henthorn.
In addition to her parents, Jean was preceded in death by her husband of 45 years Glen Lowther, her siblings Crayton Taylor, Alyce Burdette, Dorothy Robertson,...
Gregory Britt
Feb 27, 2026
Gregory Dean Britt, 69, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord, February 27, 2026. He was born in Lima, Ohio on July 15, 1956 to the late Robert and Patricia (Sharp) Britt. Retired from BWX Technologies and Norton Co. Besides being a wonderful Dad, he enjoyed woodworking and building things. His passion was flight and later obtained his...
Carolyn "Kay" {Upchurch} Cyc
Feb 26, 2026
Carolyn "Kay" {Upchurch} Cyc, age 84, passed away on February 26, 2026. Kay was born in Akron, Ohio on January 24, 1942 to William Elmer and Martha Pauline Upchurch. One of three daughters, Kay grew up in North Hill and attended North High School graduating in 1960.
Kay most loved being a stay-at-home mom, later working the front desk at both...
Woodrow A. "Woody" Brooks
Feb 26, 2026
Woodrow A. “Woody” Brooks, age 84, passed away February 26, 2026 in Canton.
Son of Violet and Woodrow, he was born on June 14, 1941 at Fort McClellan Army base in Alabama. His family moved back to Akron when he was a young child. Aside from a few years living in Germany as a teenager and the last several months in...
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