Obituaries
Kenneth L. Smith "Kipes"
Sep 16, 2026
Kenneth L. Smith, 73, of Streetsboro, passed away on September 16, 2026. He was born in Flint, Michigan on May 19, 1953 to the late Charles and Barbara Smith, and was raised in the Stow/Hudson area.
Known to his family and friends as "Kipes", he spent his career as an HVAC technician, retiring from Echols Heating and Cooling in 2022 after...
Freda Gale Whitsett
Sep 16, 2026
Freda G. Whitsett, age 93, of Louisville, Ohio, passed away, Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at her home.
A Proverbs 31 woman – Her children shall rise up and call her blessed! If you knew her, you just know! Mom, Grandma, and Memaw were her names. Most everyone including non-family members called her Memaw. She was highly revered by her children, grandchildren,...
David Lee Johnson
Sep 16, 2026
David Lee Johnson, 66, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away peacefully on September 16, 2026 at his home.
Born on June 6, 1960, David was the beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. Who brought love, laughter, and countless memories to everyone fortunate enough to know him.
David will be remembered for his kindness, sense of humor, generosity, and his strong love...
Edwina Dawn Baker
Sep 14, 2026
Edwina Dawn Baker, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on September 14, 2026, at the age of 77. Born on February 20, 1949, she lived a life marked by devotion to family, steadfast faith, and a spirit that was both candid and deeply loving.
Edwina graduated from Central High School in 1967 and went on to build a long and faithful career,...
Debra Sue Eplin
Sep 14, 2026
Debra Sue Eplin, 69, was welcomed into the arms of her savior, Jesus, on Monday, September 14, 2026 after a brief illness. She was born on February 13, 1957 in East Liverpool, Ohio. She grew up in East Liverpool, Pittsburgh, and Akron and graduated from Garfield High School in 1975. She held an Associate’s degree from the University of Akron...
Meri (Taylor) Hamilton
Sep 13, 2026
Mary (Taylor) Hamilton, of Atwater, Ohio, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a lifetime of love and memories that will remain in the hearts of all who knew her.
Meri's life was centered around her family. As a devoted stay-at-home mother, she dedicated herself to raising her children and creating a loving home. Her greatest joy was being a mother and grandmother,...
Verlin Eugene Evans II
Sep 13, 2026
Verlin Eugene Evans II, born on February 21, 1961, passed away on September 13, 2026.
Verlin will be remembered as a man who loved deeply and lived in a way that reflected his generous spirit. He loved his sisters and held family close to his heart. He especially showed that devotion in the care he gave to his sister Becky, readily...
June M. White
Sep 13, 2026
June M. White passed away on September 13, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on May 25, 1940, she lived a life centered on devotion to her family, steady hard work, and the simple joys that brought her happiness.
June was a dedicated worker who spent many years providing for those she loved. From 1958 to 1976, she worked at...
Shirley A. Ware
Sep 12, 2026
Shirley A. Ware, 81, of Barberton, passed away on Saturday, September 12, 2026. She was born in O'Okala (Big Island), HI on June 16, 1945 to the late Martin and Maxima {Mecate} Navor.
In addition to her parents, Shirley was preceded in death by her beloved husband Roy, sisters Norma Requelman and Loretta Seina.
Shirley is survived by her children Diana (Mario)...
Terry S. Toth
Sep 12, 2026
Terry S. Toth, 80, passed away peacefully on September 12, 2026 after a brief illness. Born in Akron, Ohio to Steve and Gerry (Kirkman) Toth, he was a lifelong area resident. Terry graduated from Garfield High School and retired from Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company with over 40 years of service. He was Treasurer of the Goodyear Retirees Club. Terry...
Paul V. Quinn
Sep 12, 2026
Paul V. Quinn, 91, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on September 12, 2026. Paul was born in Waltham, Massachusetts, on July 11, 1935, and was raised in St. Petersburg, Florida. At the age of 17, Paul joined the United States Navy, proudly serving his country.
While on leave from the Navy, Paul met his future wife, Janice...
Everett Paige Evans Jr.
Sep 12, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Everett Paige Evans Jr., US Army Veteran, passed away, on Saturday, September 12, 2026. he was born October 31, 1957, in Portland, Maine to Yvonne Evans. He moved to Ohio where he me the love of his life, Karen. they were married on January 9, 1988.
Everett will be remembered...
Melanie Sunshine Perry
Sep 11, 2026
Melanie Sunshine Perry, age 50 of Atwater passed away on Friday, September 11, 2026. She was born in Akron on October 14, 1975 to Karen {Simpson} Brink and the late Richard Brink.
Melanie will be dearly missed by her mother Karen; children Morgan (Malachi) Deloney, Sterling Perry and Ty Perry; sister Tamara (Adam) Lang; nephew and niece Adam Lang Jr. &...
Kathleen Annette "Kathy" Tomcik
Sep 11, 2026
Kathleen Annette “Kathy” Tomcik, age 57, passed away September 11, 2026. She is preceded in death by her father, Frank Nicotera, and is survived by her mother, Annette (nee Gerhart), sister Annamarie Norgrove (James), twin sister Connie Carlin (Eric), the love of her life Michael Bilas, nephews and nieces Colton, Monica, Marissa, Adam and Danielle, grandnieces Nya and Monae, and...
Richard Lee Schiffbauer Sr. "Rick"
Sep 10, 2026
Richard Lee Schiffbauer Sr. "Rick", age 61, of Akron passed away peacefully at Justin T. Rogers Hospice Care Center on Thursday, September 10, 2026. A lifelong resident of Akron, Rick was born on September 18, 1964 to Shirley and the late Charles Schiffbauer.
In addition to his father, Rick was preceded in death by his son Dustin, brother Daniel, sister Roxanne,...
Charles F. Uher
Sep 10, 2026
Charles Franklin Uher, 63, passed away on Sept. 10, 2026 surrounded by family at his bedside. He was born on May 25, 1963 to Raymond and Marie Uher in Cleveland Ohio.
He loved hiking in the woods, enjoyed many camping trips with his children and family. One of his favorite things to do was to ride his motorcycle and his son...
Mary Alice Lunsford
Sep 8, 2026
On September 8, 2026, Mary Alice Lunsford went to be with our Lord.
With her passing I lost the love of my life, my best friend, and my wife of 54 years. I was fortunate to be her husband. We were married in 1972. Mary was one of six children born to Maurice and Hildred Maxine Huffman on November 20, 1950,...
Ned Brown
Sep 8, 2026
Ned Brown, 92, of Stow, had a change of address on September 8, 2026. He is now in his Heavenly home and his family takes comfort in the scriptures 2 Timothy 4:7
"I have fought a good fight;
I have finished my course;
I have kept the faith."
Ned was born in Fleming, Kentucky on August 19, 1934 to the late Sterling and Doris...
James "Jim" C. Jensen Sr.
Sep 7, 2026
Rev. James C. “Pastor Jim” Jensen Sr.
November 8, 1948 - September 7, 2026
Rev. James C. “Pastor Jim” Jensen Sr., 77, of Akron, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on September 7, 2026. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and pastor, Jim lived a life of many chapters, all connected by one enduring thread: love.
Born in Elyria, Ohio, on...
Janet L. Martin "Jan"
Sep 7, 2026
Janet L. Martin "Jan", 90, of Akron, passed away on September 7, 2026. She was born on August 23, 1936 to the late Robert and Marie (Bickler) Smith and graduated from Hower High School in 1954. Shortly after, she met Harlan Martin while she worked at a local diner. They fell in love and married on June 4, 1955.
In addition...
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