Obituaries
Franklin Michael Betts Sr.
Aug 4, 2026
Franklin Michael Betts Sr., age 59, of Akron, passed away, Tuesday, August 4, 2026.
Franklin was born February 23, 1967, to Ethel M. and James M. Betts in Akron, Ohio. He has lived and worked in the Akron are all of this life.
Franklin graduated from Springfield High School in 1986. He was a Grinder Specialist for Rubbermaid for 14 years of...
Carole A. Gillespie
Aug 4, 2026
Carole Ann Gillespie, 89, of Tallmadge, passed away on August 4, 2026.
She was born on December 26, 1936 to Elmer and Sophia (Cross) Middelton in Xenia, OH. She was the youngest of four sisters.
On August 21, 1953, she married Joseph L. Gillespie. They were married for 64 years until Joseph's passing in 2017.
Carole was a long time member of Calvary...
Greg Aschelman
Aug 3, 2026
Greg Aschelman, 75, passed away peacefully at home on August 3, 2026. Born in Akron, Ohio to Henry and Liz (McGown) Aschelman, he was a lifelong area resident of Kenmore. He was proud to serve on the Akron Fire Department for 28 years. Greg belonged to the Orioles, American Legion, Hibernian Club, Sons of Herman, Eagles and the Moose Lodge....
John David Tedrick
Aug 3, 2026
John David Tedrick, 77, passed away on August 3, 2026. He was born on January 9, 1949 the son of the late John R. and Evelyn M. Tedrick. He was a man of faith and was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church. He retired after 30 years of dedicated service from Morse Control and then went on to work...
Leah Michelle Fuller-Crouch
Aug 3, 2026
Leah Michelle Fuller-Crouch passed away on August 3, 2026, after a courageous battle with metastatic ovarian cancer, a testament to the strength and resilience she exhibited throughout her life. She was born on June 16, 1971, and for 55 years touched the lives of all who knew her with her love, tenacity, and unwavering devotion.
Leah graduated from Ellet High School...
Hilda F. Clay
Aug 3, 2026
On August 3, 2026 Hilda Clay took her last breaths before peacefully going to be with her Lord at the age of 88. She was born on February 13, 1938 in Smithville, Ritchie Co, West Virginia. She moved to Massillon, OH in 1953 and later moved to Akron, OH in 2000.
Hilda’s sweet, happy spirit and contagious smile showed God’s love...
John Harry Friend
Aug 3, 2026
John Harry Friend, 91, passed away unexpectedly on August 3, 2026. A lifelong resident of Akron, Ohio, John was born to the late John C. and Janie Mae {Byrd} Friend.
John was preceded in death by his son, Kevin, and former spouse Dr. Ruth Friend.
He will be sadly missed by his wife, Mary; daughter, Kim (Diane); granddaughters Isabelle, Austen, Cami, Kelsey,...
Sandra L. Campbell
Aug 3, 2026
Sandra L. Campbell, 86, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2026. Born in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio to Amiel and Margaret (Brady) Kuli, she was a lifelong Akron area resident. Sandi began her work life as a secretary at the Akron Police Department, where she met her first husband. She went on to Escort Air, working as Operations Manager, before becoming...
Mary Ann Steinmetz
Aug 2, 2026
Mary Ann Steinmetz, 85, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2026.
Born on November 22, 1940, Mary Ann lived a life centered on love, kindness, and family. She had a beautiful smile that could brighten any room and a remarkable gift for making everyone she met feel like they belonged. Whether you were family, a friend, or someone...
Jason Glandorf
Aug 1, 2026
Jason Glandorf, age 47, of Akron, passed away on Saturday August 01, 2026.
Jason was born November 23, 1978, in Akron and lived his whole life in the Akron/Suffield area living the last 5 years in Cleveland. He enjoyed working with his hands and loved to draw in his free time.
Jason is preceded in death by his grandmother, Marilyn Labbe, grandparents,...
Betty L. Mullen
Jul 31, 2026
Betty L. Mullen, age 80, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2026. Born on January 17, 1946, she was the beloved daughter of the late William and Mary (Jackson) Jackson.
Betty dedicated 38 years of service to Akron City Hospital, now Summa Health, before retiring. She will be remembered for her infectious laughter, warm smile, wonderful sense of humor, and the...
Clarence Samuel Price Jr.
Jul 31, 2026
Clarence Samuel Price Jr., affectionately known as Sam, passed away on July 31, 2026. Born on December 12, 1937 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Sam’s life was marked by a steadfast devotion to his loved ones, his country, and his abiding faith.
Sam celebrated 62 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Shirley. Their enduring partnership was the cornerstone of his happiness. Whether...
James David Williams
Jul 31, 2026
James David Williams, 74, of Akron, passed away at home on July 31, 2026. He was born on May 1, 1952 in Campbell County, Tennessee to the late James and Rosetta Williams.
Known as Dave to family and friends, he lived in Tennessee until he met a pretty girl named Juanita Fuston through friends. They quickly fell in love and married...
Verna Mae Parks
Jul 31, 2026
Verna Mae Parks, beloved wife and mother, passed away on Friday, July 31st at her home, surrounded by family. A lifelong resident of the Akron area, Verna was born to the late Guy Brooks and Dorothy {Sherwood} Kulscar.
In addition to her parents, Verna was preceded in death by her grandson, Robert Floyd, son-in-law Tony Jarvis.
Verna is survived by her husband...
Anita Lynn Morrison
Jul 30, 2026
Anita Lynn Morrison (nee Beck), beloved wife of Kimball Morrison, entered the gates of Heaven on Thursday, July 30, 2026 at the age of 60. Born in Massillon to Annabelle {Sullivan} Beck and the late Loren Beck, Anita graduated from Tuslaw High School in 1983.
Anita was a longtime member of Grace Cathedral, also working for the ministry for over 40...
Janice Marie Jones
Jul 30, 2026
Janice Marie Jones, 73, passed away July 30, 2026 after a brief illness. Born in Akron, Ohio to George and Jennie (Monte) Woodbur, she resided in the Akron area most of her life. Jan enjoyed reading, watching movies, solving puzzles and spending time with her family.
She will be sadly missed by her daughters, Trudi Jones, Janill Jones; grandchildren, Brandon (Megan),...
Robert E. Bennington II
Jul 28, 2026
Robert “Bob” Edward Bennington II, 83, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on July 28, 2026.
He was born on August 9, 1942 to Robert and Doris (Swanson) Bennington in Akron, OH.
Bob loved golfing with friends and spending time and vacationing with his family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Robert is survived by his sons/spouses, Bob (Linda-deceased) Bennington, Kevin (Renee) Bennington and...
Patricia Louise "Patty" {Evans} Ferguson
Jul 28, 2026
Patricia Louise "Patty" {Evans} Ferguson, age 74, of Cuyahoga Falls passed away peacefully at The Colony Healthcare Center. Born in Wadsworth, Ohio on June 4, 1952 to the late Bernard and Emma {Johnson} Evans, Patty was preceded in death by her husband Karl Ferguson, sister Carolyn (Joseph) DeAngelo, brother-in-law Herbert Brillhart and niece Laurie Ann Krausse.
Patty is survived by her...
Theodore P. Sandels
Jul 28, 2026
Theodore P. Sandels, 89, passed away on July 28, 2026. He was born on June 23, 1937 the son of the late Paul and Irene Sandels. Theodore proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. He was a member of the American Legion of Green. Theodore retired after 37 years of dedicated service from UPS. He was a man of...
James Wayne Wade
Jul 28, 2026
James Wayne Wade, age 76, of New Franklin, went home to be with Jesus on Tuesday, July 28, 2026.
Jim was born on November 30, 1949 in Grantsville, West Virginia. He was a veteran of the United States Army, having served his country proudly in the Vietnam War. Jim worked for the RCA Rubber Company for 33 years, retiring in 2006....
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