Obituaries
Dr. Joseph A. Kuczkowski
Nov 5, 2026
Joseph Andrew Kuczkowski, age 85, passed away leaving behind a legacy of love, ingenuity, and dedication to his family.
Born in Buffalo, New York, to the late Joseph and Florence Kuczkowski, Joe grew up with a passion for learning. He graduated from Saint Joseph’s High School, earned his Bachelor’s (1963) and Master’s (1966) degrees from Canisius College, completed his doctorate at...
David E. Hillyard Sr. "Booboo"
Nov 4, 2026
David E. Hillyard Sr. “Booboo,” of Akron, Ohio, passed away on November 4, 2026, in Akron. He was born on April 24, 1943, in Belington, West Virginia.
David will be remembered as a man who loved the outdoors and enjoyed the simple pleasures of life. Hunting was his passion, and he often returned to his home state of West Virginia for...
Kay Nancy Graybeal
Nov 3, 2026
Kay Nancy Graybeal, 82, passed away on November 3, 2026, in Tallmadge, Ohio. She was born on February 25, 1944, in Akron, Ohio.
Kay built a life centered on hard work, care for others, faith, and family. She graduated from Garfield High School in Akron in 1962 and later earned her associate's degree in computer science from the University of Akron...
Rev. Russell J. Varner
Nov 2, 2026
Russell J. Varner, 95, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on November 2, 2026. He was born on June 1, 1931 the son of Albert and Alpha Varner of Covington, VA. Russell proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He was a POW for over three years. He was a man of great faith and was...
Donna Lee Ray-Pryor
Nov 2, 2026
Donna Lee Ray-Pryor, 84, of Akron, went home to the Lord on November 2, 2026, surrounded by loving family. She was born on January 30, 1942 to the late Rev. Bruce and Mary{Clark} Cleaver in Union County, PA. Donna attended Eastern Pilgrim College where she made lifelong friends. She worked as an LPN at Greencross General (now Western Reserve) Hospital.
Family...
Donald B. Krager
Nov 2, 2026
Donald B Krager passed away on November 2, 2026 after a long illness. Born March 30th, 1960 in Akron, OH to the late Howard and Geraldine Krager. Don was a proud Navy veteran, who was always willing to help his family and friends when needed. A devoted father, grandfather and brother. Don had a special place in his heart for...
Thomas Paul Jones Jr.
Nov 2, 2026
Thomas Paul Jones Jr.,"Tom", passed away on November 2, 2026, at the age of 54. Born on August 19, 1972, Tom will be remembered as a devoted husband, loving father, hardworking provider, and a man whose warmth and kindness left a lasting impression on all who knew him.
Tom loved his wife, Erica, with all his heart, and together they shared...
Richard "Dick" Cain
Nov 1, 2026
Richard "Dick" Cain, 82, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2026 with family by his side. Born in Akron, Ohio to Theron and Julia (Polanski) Cain, he was a lifelong Akron area resident. Dick was a member of the Mogadore Moose Lodge. He enjoyed riding motorcycles and 4-wheelers, camping, deer hunting, watching all Cleveland sports teams and spending time with...
David William Homan
Nov 1, 2026
David William Homan, 81, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on November 1, 2026 at Heather Knoll Nursing & Rehabilitation. He was born in Akron on June 1, 1945 to the late Charles and Mary (Thompson) Homan.
In addition to his parents, David was preceded in death by his wife Judy Homan and sisters Sarah Collins and Dorothy White.
David is survived by...
Sonny Sneed
Oct 31, 2026
Sonny Sneed, 81, of Akron, passed away on October 31, 2026. He was born on December 19, 1944 to the late Neil Sneed and Obelia Story in Montezuma, GA. When Sonny was 17, he relocated to Akron to be closer to his father. He attended South High and continued on to an impressive career as a Machine operator. Sonny concluded...
Debra Reinesto
Oct 31, 2026
Debra Reinesto, 73, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2026 with family by her side. Born in Norfolk, Virginia, she resided in California before coming to NE Ohio in 1991. Debbie enjoyed riding on the back of motorcycles, going camping, watching the Today show and spending time with her family.
She will be sadly missed by her sons, Ian (Dianne) Warring,...
Becky Simmons Gower
Oct 31, 2026
Becky Simmons Gower, 46, passed away peacefully after an extended illness on October 31, 2026 with family by her side. Born in Canton, Ohio to Dan and Pam (James) Simmons, she resided most of her life in Greentown, Ohio. She graduated from North Canton Hoover High School in 1998. Becky enjoyed bowling, diamond art, watching the Buckeyes and spending time...
Louis F. "Louie" Morris
Oct 31, 2026
Louis F. “Louie” Morris, 62 of Akron, Ohio passed away due to an aneurism at the Cleveland Clinic on October 31, 2026.
Born on February 5, 1964, in Lodi, Ohio. Louie was the son of Frank and Wanda Morris. He was a 1983 graduate of Kenmore High School. He studied auto-diesel mechanics. He loved the hands-on applications of plumbing, carpentry and...
Ronald (Scott) Goodrich
Oct 31, 2026
Scott Goodrich, 66 of Green passed away on October 31, 2026 due to complications from a car accident.
He was born in Akron on December 9, 1959 to Ronald and Shirley (Gausman) Goodrich. Scott worked many years in area body shops and retired from The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company in 2025 after 27 years of service. He had a love...
Gary Odell Vinson
Oct 30, 2026
Gary Odell Vinson, age 87, passed away on Friday, October 30, 2026, in Canton, Ohio. He was born on October 6, 1939, in Graham, Texas.
Gary lived a life marked by service, hard work, and a warm sense of humor. He served in the United States Air Force, and while stationed overseas in Germany, he met the love of his life,...
Beverley J. Morgan
Oct 30, 2026
Beverley J. Morgan, 83, of Akron, passed away on October 30, 2026. She was born on March 7, 1943, the daughter of the late James and Viola Chancey. She was a woman of great faith and was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church. She worked many years at O'Neil's, Kaufmans, the May Co., Macy's and finally at Sears. Beverley...
Athanasios "Tom" Bouzas
Oct 30, 2026
Athanasios “Tom” Bouzas, 89, passed away on October 30, 2026, in Akron, Ohio.
Born in Thessaloniki, Greece, Thanasi served in the Greek Military before earning a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from the University of Akron, where he was also a member of the university’s soccer team. He enjoyed a long and varied professional career, working as an industrial engineer for...
Don Thomas Berringer
Oct 30, 2026
Don Berringer went home to serve his Lord and Master on Friday, October 30, 2026, in the presence of his son and daughter, under the caring staff of the CICU of University Hospitals in Cleveland, Ohio.
Born in Akron, Ohio on November 10, 1945, Don lived a full life. He served in the United States Marine Corps from 1966-1968, stationed at...
Justin A. Wise
Oct 30, 2026
Justin A. Wise, age 41, passed away at home on October 30, 2026. Justin has been ill for the last 10 years. His life has become limited to being at home along with short outings. Still, he found solace in reading biographies, watching documentaries, movies, drumming and making art.
He studied authors who spoke of rising above your circumstances. Justin trained...
Judith A. "Judi" Suchan
Oct 29, 2026
Judith A. "Judi" Suchan, 82, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2026 after an extended illness. Born in Akron, Ohio to Carl Athey and Wanda Haynes, she was a lifelong area resident. Judi was previously a well known bowler who also enjoyed spending time with her family.
In addition to her parents, Judi was preceded in death by her companion, Thomas...
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