Obituaries
William "Edd" Norman
Apr 2, 2026
William "Edd" Norman, 99, of Akron, passed away on April 2, 2026.
He was born on September 30, 1926 to Franklin and Myrtle (Beets) Norman in Pulaski, TN.
William worked as a Truck Driver for Roadway Express for 30 years before retiring in 1989.
On September 2, 1944, he married Norma A. Inman. William and Norma moved to Akron from Cleveland in 1959.
William...
Michael P. Shuman
Apr 1, 2026
Michael Paul Shuman went home to be with the Lord on April 1, 2026 at his home in Tallmadge surrounded by friends and family. He was born on December 12, 1948 in Akron OH to Leland “Bud” & Willa “Billie” (Orr) Shuman. He graduated from Tallmadge HS in 1966 and lived most of his life in the area.
He was a...
Susan K. Gish
Apr 1, 2026
Susan K. Gish (née Nelson), age 69, of Streetsboro, Ohio, passed away on April 1, 2026, after a courageous battle with colon cancer.
She was born on August 27, 1956, in Akron, Ohio, to the late Margaret and Francis Nelson.
Susan was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Alan Gish, who passed on August 29, 2022, as well as her brother,...
Rose M. Miller
Apr 1, 2026
Rose M. Miller, 55, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2026 with family by her side. Born in Akron, Ohio to Michael and Charlotte (Smith) Miller, she was a lifelong area resident. Rose enjoyed doing outdoor things such as cookouts and swimming, always insuring her nails matched the occasion and most of all, spending time with her family.
In addition to...
William Arthur Allen "Bill"
Mar 31, 2026
William Arthur Allen, known to his loved ones as "Bill", 77, of Cuyahoga Falls, went to be with Jesus on March 31, 2026 with his family by his side.
Bill was born in South Fork, Pennsylvania on May 3, 1948 to the late William and Vivian Allen.
If you knew Bill, you knew the Lord was number one in his life, closely...
Sharron Elizabeth Wakefield
Mar 31, 2026
Sharron Elizabeth Wakefield, 80, of Akron, passed away on March 31, 2026. She was born on December 20, 1945 to the late Arden and Geraldine {Donnelly} Gardner.
In addition to her parents, Sharron was preceded in death by her brother James Gardner and sister Toni Cole.
Sharron is survived by her loving sons Donald (Lorrie), Michael (Vicki) Wakefield and Bradley (Meridith) Wakefield;...
Lawrence John Skinner
Mar 30, 2026
Lawrence John Skinner, 72, passed away unexpectedly on March 30, 2026. Born in Akron, Ohio to James and Violet (Emigh) Skinner, he resided in Uniontown for the past 40 years. Larry was a talented machinist who was dedicated to teaching at Akron Machining Institute and later retired from Loral Aircraft Braking Systems. He enjoyed fishing, grilling, any handywork imaginable, and...
Robert John "Bob" VonStein II
Mar 30, 2026
Robert “Bob” John VonStein II, 80, of Kent, Ohio, peacefully passed away on March 30, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family at his home.
Born in Ravenna, Ohio on September 12h, 1945 and raised in Kent, where he met the love of his life, Judy. He graduated from Kent Roosevelt High School class of 1964. After graduation, Bob worked...
Eulalia Mendez
Mar 29, 2026
Eulalia Méndez, a beacon of cheerful spirit and unwavering faith, peacefully passed away on March 29, 2026. Born on February 12, 1938, her life was a testimony of love, devotion, and commitment to her beliefs, a proud Jehovah's Witness, dedicated preacher, and believer in the resurrection.
(Job 14:13-15) "Life is a morning mist that passes with the wind. A fleeting shadow,...
Larry Wayne Olson
Mar 29, 2026
Larry Wayne Olson, 81, of Akron, passed away on March 29, 2026. He was born on January 5, 1945 in Ravenna, Ohio to the late Stanley and Betty Olson. He grew up in Akron and graduated from North High School before attending the University of Akron.
Larry spent his career as a programmer in the IT departments of General Tire and...
Denise Marie Richiutti
Mar 29, 2026
Denise Marie Richiutti, 53 of Akron passed away peacefully at Akron General Medical Center on Sunday, March 29, 2026. A lifelong resident of Akron, Denise was born to Dolores {Bocko} and the late Phillip Richiutti.
Denise's memory will be cherished by her mother Dolores Richiutti; brother Tony (Nancy) Richiutti; sister Lisa (Angie Cauley) Richiutti; nieces and nephews Ben (Emerson Fetty) Richiutti,...
Howard Bruce Engle
Mar 29, 2026
Howard Bruce Engle, 76, of Akron, passed away peacefully at his home on March 29, 2026. He was born on June 17, 1949 to the late James and Dorothy Engle.
In addition to his parents, Howard was preceded in death by his sister Amy Liosis.
Howard is survived by his loving wife, Carolyn; children Joseph (Christina) Engle and Candi (George) Stonerock; grandchildren...
Danny Bobich
Mar 28, 2026
Danny Bobich, 74, passed away peacefully at home on March, 28, 2026. Born in Akron, Ohio to Eli and Florence (Jenkins) Bobich, he was a lifelong area resident. Danny was a proud U. S. Army Veteran and he enjoyed motorcycles and being a grandfather.
In addition to his parents, Danny was preceded in death by his sister, Elaine; stepdaughter, Wendy. He...
Joseph Edwin Reid
Mar 28, 2026
Joseph Edwin Reid, 92, of Akron, passed away on March 28, 2026. He was born in Carrollton, GA on May 7, 1933 to the late Ruell and Ivor {Johnson} Reid.
In addition to his parents, Edwin was preceded in death by his brothers Jack and Jerry Reid.
Edwin is survived by his loving sister, Jeanie (Joe) Tillman; sisters-in-law Ina Reid and Nancy...
Marlene G. Davies
Mar 27, 2026
Marlene G. Davies, age 83, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on March 27, 2026. She was born in Akron, Ohio on Aug. 4, 1942, and graduated from Garfield High School in 1960. She was involved in an after-school program called Youth for Christ. There she met George Davies whom she married Nov. 24, 1962,...
Earl Hamilton
Mar 26, 2026
Earl Hamilton, 73, of Akron, passed away on March 26, 2026. He was born January 10, 1953 in Akron Ohio to the late Lizzie Hamilton. Earl was a kind, funny, loving brother, Uncle, and friend.
Cherishing his blessed memories and devoted family, older sister Ida (Linda) Hamilton, Carla Denise Blair; and niece Robin Jumbe (Alhajji Jumbe); nephews Marcus Dierre Blair, and...
Richard Allen Cassell
Mar 26, 2026
Richard Allen Cassell, affectionately known as Rick by his loved ones, passed away suddenly and peacefully at home on March 26, 2026 at the age of 73 in Uniontown, Ohio.
Born on June 25, 1952 in Akron, Ohio, Rick was a man whose life was dedicated in love, care, and concern for others.
Rick was a graduate of Central High School Class...
Cheryl Lynn Moyers
Mar 26, 2026
On March 26th 2026, Cheryl Lynn Moyers ascended up to the heavens; may she find the peace she does so desperately deserved. Cheryl was a loved employee for 27 years at Ellet Meat Market, a long-standing community business. She enjoyed wildlife, nature, gardening her flowers, caring for animals and many other things early in her life. Her grandchildren brought her...
Charles "O.G." Fulton
Mar 26, 2026
Charles D. Fulton "O.G.", 72, of Akron, passed away on March 26, 2026 just shy of his 73rd birthday. He was born on March 31, 1953, the son of the late Charles and Carrie Fulton. He retired after many years of hard work and dedicated service. Affectionately known by friends and family as "OG," he leaves behind a legacy deeply...
OD Leonard
Mar 25, 2026
August 23, 1933 - March 25, 2026
Pastor OD Leonard was born to the late Elijah Leonard and Annie Leonard Austin in Rockford, Alabama on August 23,1933.
At the young age of two years old, OD lost his father Elijah. He spent his childhood with his paternal grandparents in Rockford, Alabama while his mother went up North to better their lives.
OD came...
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