Obituaries
Jill M. Jordan
Jun 12, 2026
Jill M. Jordan passed away peacefully and surrounded by love on June 12, 2026.
Born in Akron on August 8, 1962 and raised in Suffield, she was a graduate of Field High School.
Jill worked many jobs over her lifetime, but her favorite role was being a Mom to Brittany, Kristen, and Jacob. She was a fierce autism advocate and worked tirelessly...
Susan K. Ward
Jun 12, 2026
Susan Kay Ward, 72, of Sheffield Lake, passed away on June 12, 2026.
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Dianna Lynn Kapusinski
Jun 12, 2026
Dianna L. Kapusinski, 74, of Akron, passed away peacefully at home on June 12, 2026. She was born in Akron on November 6, 1951 to the late Pearl and Norma Riffle.
After attending Garfield High School, Dianna met and married Gary Kapusinski and they settled in Akron to raise their family of three daughters. Dianna was a strict but loving mother...
Nith Syvongsay
Jun 11, 2026
Nith “All of it” Syvongsay, of Akron, Ohio, passed away comfortably, surrounded by her loving family at Akron City Hospital on June 11, 2026. She was 59 years old.
Born on May 19,1967, Nith was the favorite child of Khamtanh and May Rassavong. Nith was a dedicated homemaker, a compassionate daughter, an empathetic aunt, a kind sister, and even better mother....
June M. Kapas
Jun 10, 2026
June Marilyn Kapas, 88, of Akron, passed away on June 10, 2026.
She was born on December 28, 1937 to John and Effie (Hughes) Roberts in Athens, TN.
She was married to James Kapas and together they lived in Akron, Ohio.
She loved to spend time with her family, going out to eat, and bingo. She loved to travel and shop.
June is survived...
Stevo Jankovic
Jun 9, 2026
Stevo Jankovic, 78, passed away on June 9, 2026. He was born on December 9, 1947 the son of the late Ilija and Manda Jankovic. Stevo was an avid Arsenal Soccer Fan and the Cleveland Cavaliers Basketball Team. He will be greatly missed.
Stevo is survived by his loving siblings Koviljka Jankovic, Nenad Jankovic, and Petar Jankovic.
Graveside Service will take place...
Chris Adams
Jun 9, 2026
Chris Adams, 75, of North Canton, went to be with the Lord on June 9, 2026.
She was born on November 1, 1950 in Baltimore, Maryland to the late Christian and Thea (Derr) Bauer.
After graduating high school, Chris attended Oral Roberts University where she earned a degree in elementary education. A gifted soprano, Chris traveled the world with the university gospel...
Vickey J. Woodard
Jun 9, 2026
Vickey J. Woodard 69, of Akron, Ohio passed away June 9th 2026 peacefully at home with family by her side.
Born November 2nd, 1956 in Akron Ohio to James R. Stump and Anna Jean Stump.
Vickey attended Ellet High School and was a graduate of The National Institute of Technology. She spent her career working in the technology field.
Vickey was happiest with...
Ellen Marie Pfaff
Jun 8, 2026
Ellen Marie Pfaff, 76, of Tallmadge, passed away on June 8, 2026.
She was born on November 18, 1949 in Alliance, Ohio to the late Gilbert and A. June(Burkhart) Beamer and graduated from West Branch High School in 1968. After graduating from the University of Akron with a degree in Communications, Ellen embarked on a decades long career in the banking...
Lawrence A. "Larry" Testa
Jun 7, 2026
Lawrence A. “Larry” Testa, 78, passed away peacefully on June 7, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born in Akron, Ohio, to the late Nick and Irene (Ciolli) Testa, Larry was a proud lifelong resident of North Hill. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose greatest joy was spending time with his family. His...
Patricia Ann Pinkston
Jun 7, 2026
Patricia Ann Pinkston, born on August 23, 1964, in Akron, Ohio, passed away on June 7, 2026. Patricia lived a life marked by compassion, joy, and a deep devotion to those she loved, leaving an indelible legacy as an avid animal rescuer, dog lover, and passionate animal activist.
Her commitment to the welfare of animals was a defining feature of her...
Steven T. Dawson
Jun 7, 2026
Steven Thomas Dawson, 46, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on June 7, 2026 at his home.
He was born on April 15, 1980 to Arthur and Shirley (Earlenbaugh) Dawson in Akron, OH.
He loved sports, spending time with his family, and playing card games.
Steven is survived by his loving mother, Shirley; brother, Anthony (Kati) Dawson; sister, Lisa Commings; nephew, Matthew (Lisa); nieces,...
Linda J. McClellan
Jun 6, 2026
Linda J. McClellan, age 79, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born on May 16, 1947, Linda lived a life centered on family, kindness, faith, and service to others. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose warmth, strength, and caring spirit touched the lives of many.
For 61 years, Linda...
Patrice Annette Hanna-Bechtol
Jun 5, 2026
Patrice Annette Hanna -Bechtol, age 72, passed away on June 5th from complications from COPD. Her doting husband, Ken Bechtol, was by her side at the Cleveland Clinic Hospice Center in Akron, Ohio. Father Marcelli of St. Sebastian Church read her the Last Rites of the Catholic Church.She was born to Thomas and Kitty Hanna on October 4, 1953. She...
Joseph C. Isaac
Jun 5, 2026
Joseph C. Isaac, 72, of Akron passed away on Friday, June 5, 2026. A lifelong resident of northeast Ohio, he was born to the late Jack D. and Mary I. {Mayreis} Isaac on March 24, 1954.
In addition to his parents, Joe was preceded in death by his beloved dog, Murfy.
Joe is survived by his son Dustin Isaac; granddaughter Makenzi Isaac;...
Sharon A. Buckus
Jun 5, 2026
Sharon Buckus (nee McCullough), 68, passed away June 5, 2026.
Sharon was born November 13, 1957 in Akron, Ohio to the late Robert and Margerie McCullough (nee Hunt). She graduated from Ellet High School in 1976 and earned her RN from the Akron City Hospitals Idabelle Firestone School of Nursing in 1978. She worked with the elderly and those with dementia,...
Doris J. Ralston
Jun 5, 2026
Doris J Ralston, 89, went to be with the Lord on June 5, 2026. Doris was a woman of faith and was a member of First Apostolic Church of Tallmadge. She was a legal secretary for 15 years, and worked at Goodrich for 22 years. In her spare time she enjoyed reading, crocheting and loved to travel. She volunteered at...
Dallas White
Jun 4, 2026
Dallas White, 74 passed away on June 4, 2026. Dallas was born in Elberton, Georgia to the late Issac and Clara (Fortson) White. He attended Ravenna City Schools and Kent State University. He enjoyed playing football, basketball and baseball in his early years. He also played in baseball leagues in the Ravenna and Kent Communities after graduating. He worked at...
"A.J." Tracy A. Peeples III
Jun 2, 2026
Tracy Adam Peeples III, affectionately known as AJ, passed away June 2, 2026 at the Akron Children's Hospital in Akron Ohio at the age of 7.
He was born on October 10, 2018 to Tracy Adam Peeples Jr and Teaerra R. (Collins) Peeples.
AJ was an amazing child, full of fun and wonder. He loved anything Sonic the hedgehog, with Sonic and...
David W. Hutson
Jun 1, 2026
David Hutson, 64, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on June 1, 2026. He was born on June 2, 1961.
David is survived by his beloved wife, Crickett “Bug” Hutson, whom he absolutely adored. His love for his family was the center of everything he did.
He was preceded in death by his Mother Helen Father Marvin his Brother Eddie his daughter Misty...
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