Obituaries
Larnie W. Greene
May 7, 2026
Larnie W. Greene, 79, of Hartville, passed away on May 7, 2026.
Larnie worked as a Printer for the Akron Beacon Journal for 33 years.
He was an avid Cleveland Browns, Guardians, and Cavs fan.
Larnie is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Stephanie; sons, Tim and Andy; special grandchildren, Victor and Brenna; grand doggies, Rex and Winnie; sister-in-law, Kathi; and...
Kenneth C. Gunnoe
May 7, 2026
Kenneth C. Gunnoe, 86, went home to be with the Lord on May 7, 2026. Born in Dry Creek, WV to Orville and Daisy (Richardson) Gunnoe, he resided in Suffield Township during the past 48 years. Ken was a member of Victory Chapel and he retired from Shell Oil after 29 years of service. He enjoyed gardening, taking care of...
Larry S. Kennedy
May 6, 2026
Larry S. Kennedy, 78, passed away peacefully at home on May 6, 2026 with family by his side. Born in Akron, Ohio to Bob and June (Nagel) Kennedy, he resided in the area most of his life. Larry was a proud Veteran of the U. S. Navy. He enjoyed hunting. fishing, riding horses, his dogs as well as his cat...
Roberta Steckler "Bede" Janke
May 5, 2026
Roberta S. "Bede" Janke, 89, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on May 5, 2026. She was born in Milwaukee, WI on April 13, 1937 to the late Armin and Martha {Rabenhorst} Steckler.
In addition to her parents, Bede was preceded in death by her beloved husband Thomas C. Janke in April of this year and her sister Ardene Getzel.
Bede is survived...
Billie C. Chance
May 4, 2026
Billie C. Chance, 92, of Akron, passed away peacefully on May 4,2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on April 18 1934, in Waverly ,Tenn. He retired from Karder machine after working in Hughes Tool as a foreman for many years as well as Gensco. He was also very proud to have worked in California as a young...
Colon Donald Harris Jr.
May 4, 2026
Colon Donald Harris Jr., a devoted family man, loving father, and skilled tradesman, passed away on May 4, 2026, at the age of 77. Born on June 19, 1948, Colon lived a life marked by his dedication to his craft and the deep love he held for his family. His passing leaves a profound void among those who cherished him.
Throughout...
Larry Thomas Perrot
May 4, 2026
Larry Perrot went home peacefully with the Lord on May 4, 2026. Larry was a devoted father, grandfather, an avid fisherman, and a lifelong lover of the outdoors.
He was the proud father of four girls, who were the center of his world. He raised them with strength, devotion, and a deep appreciation for the simple joys in life. His love,...
David Michael Schember
May 3, 2026
David Michael Schember passed away suddenly on May 3, 2026, at the age of 67. Born July 2, 1958, to Jasper (Jabbo) and Elna Schember, David grew up in Akron’s North Hill and never truly left it behind.
A graduate of North High School, David became the unofficial historian of the neighborhood he loved so dearly. He was the keeper of...
Peter Raymond Musleve
May 3, 2026
Mr. Peter Raymond Musleve, 79, of Akron, Ohio died early Saturday morning of May 3, 2026 at the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center.
Pete, as he was known to family and friends, (Raymond in his childhood) was born in Akron, Ohio on January 4, 1947. He was a Navy Veteran who served in the Vietnam War. He was a steel...
John E. Bisesi
May 3, 2026
John E. Bisesi, 91, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2026, surrounded by family.
He was born in Akron, Ohio on July 7, 1934 to the late Joseph P. and Mary R. Bisesi. He graduated from Garfield High School in Akron, Ohio in 1952. After an excellent baseball career at Garfield, he joined the Greater Akron AA League's Alex Redl Golf...
Robert E. "Bob" Houston
May 3, 2026
Robert "Bob" Houston, 80, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2026. Born December 11, 1945, he was a resident of Akron Portage Lakes all his life. Bob was a member of the East Liberty Church of the Nazarene.
Preceded in death by his parents James and Jean Houston, and brothers Jim (Helen), Chuck (Donna) and David. Bob is survived by his...
Narda Kay Goff
May 3, 2026
Narda Kay Goff, age 67 of Tallmadge passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 3, 2026. She was born in Santa Monica, CA on February 21, 1959 to the late Art and Barbara {LaBelle} Grimm.
In addition to her parents, Narda was preceded in death by her sister Ruthie Grimm.
Narda is survived by her loving son Mike Sullivan; daughter Shenna; 3 grandchildren;...
Sheryl Leigh Szakmeister
May 3, 2026
Sheryl Leigh Szakmeister, 69, of Akron, OH passed away on May 3rd, 2026. She was born May 20th, 1956 in Graham, NC to Amandy Leona Moose and Otis Lee Buchanan, and grew up in the area surrounded by family. Some of her fondest memories were the time she spent with her Grandma Rudd — learning to crochet at her side,...
Virginia Maud Berringer
May 2, 2026
Virginia M. Berringer passed away on Saturday, May 2, in Akron, Ohio.
A lifelong resident of Akron, Virginia grew up and lived her entire life on the south side of the city. She was a retired Professor of Bibliography at the University of Akron library, the same University where she graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education. Virginia went on to...
Richard "Dick" F. Ispan
May 2, 2026
Richard "Dick" F. Ispan, 79, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on May 2, 2026. He was born on January 30, 1947 the son of the late Frank and Mildred Ispan. Dick graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School with the class of 1965. He retired from the City of Cuyahoga Falls Electric System after 30 years of dedicated service. He then...
Karen Ann Douglas "Kandy"
May 2, 2026
Karen Ann Douglas, affectionately known as "Kandy," passed away on May 2, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and community spirit. Born on March 7, 1953, in Youngstown, Ohio, Karen lived a full life marked by warmth and resilience, touching the lives of all who knew her.
A proud graduate of Cardinal Mooney High School, Karen’s vibrant personality and...
Amy L. Johnson
May 2, 2026
Amy Lynn Johnson, 41, of Springfield (Akron), passed away peacefully on May 2, 2026 at home surrounded by her loved ones.
She was born on October 1, 1984 at Akron City Hospital. She attended the Manchester School System and graduated in 2003.
Amy was a former employee of PRC Medical LLC, where she worked as a registration verification analyst for her last...
Steven W. Hennacy
May 2, 2026
Steven W. Hennacy, 61, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2026 after an extended illness. He was a lifelong resident of Akron, where he worked as a drywaller for 35 years. Steve enjoyed his motorcycles, hanging out and working in the garage and spending time with his family.
Steve was preceded in death by his mom, Carol Hennacy; brother, Jerry Hennacy;...
Delores Ann Dobosh
May 1, 2026
Delores Ann Dobosh, 78, passed away peacefully at home on May 1, 2026 with family be her side. Born in West Virginia to Eugene and Helen (McGowen) Shaffer, she resided in the Akron area most of her life. Delores enjoyed camping, fishing, watching Heartland and The Pitt as well as Steelers games and spending time with her family, especially her...
Cathy M. Glass (Recco)
Apr 30, 2026
Cathy M. Glass (Recco), 57, of Akron, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on April 30th, 2026. Cathy was born on March 2nd, 1969, in Akron, Ohio to Harold and Mary Recco.
Cathy was an avid fan of the Cleveland Browns. As a devoted member of the Dawg Pound, Cathy never missed a Cleveland Browns game once football season kicked off. Cathy was...
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