Obituaries
Gary J. Smith
Aug 17, 2025
Gary J Smith, 84, passed August 17, 2025, early am.
He is preceded in death by his parents, George & Glenna Smith, son, Gary Jr., 2 sisters, and 2 brothers. Gary is survived by his wife, J. Lorrie Smith, children and grandchildren, 2 brothers and 3 sisters.
Gary was an 18 yr US Army Veteran and retired Dept. of Florida Corrections Officer.
He...
Michael Yovanovich
Aug 16, 2025
Michael Alexander Yovanovich, a vibrant and free-spirited human being passed away in his sleep on August 16th, 2025, in Horseshoe Bend, Arkansas. He was born on April 15th, 1968, in Akron, Ohio, to Michael Yovanovich and Kathleen Barnett.
A proud graduate of North Canton Hoover High School, Michael found his calling in the culinary arts, establishing himself as a talented and...
Richard Michael Murphy
Aug 16, 2025
Richard Michael Murphy, 84, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on August 16, 2025 at Falls Village Retirement Community. Richard was born in Akron, Ohio on June 28, 1941 to the late Charles and Anna {Lane} Murphy. He graduated from Ellet High School in 1960 and married his high school sweetheart, Connie Bousher in 1961. They had...
Donald W. "Donnie" Calaway
Aug 16, 2025
Donald W. "Donnie" Calaway, age 55, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away unexpectedly on August 16, 2025 at Western Reserve Hospital.
He was born on August 4, 1970 to Donald T. and Eileen Calaway in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio.
On September 10, 1994, he married Alicia Calaway (Hayes). Donnie and Alicia lived in the Cuyahoga Falls area for over 30 years together.
He was a...
William Lee "Bill" Miller
Aug 15, 2025
William Lee “Bill” Miller, age 73, of New Franklin, passed away in his childhood home on August 15, 2025. He was born on October 17, 1951, to the late William C. Miller and Maisie Lee (Wix) Miller in Akron, Ohio. Bill grew up in Manchester and attended Manchester schools, graduating in 1969 before continuing his education at Kent State University.
A...
Kristine Ann Woodcock
Aug 15, 2025
Kristine Ann Woodcock, 61, of Norton, went home to be with the Lord on August 15, 2025 with her family by her side. She was born in Akron, Ohio on November 7, 1963, the daughter of James and Barbara McDivitt.
Kristine attended St. Matthew's School from kindergarten through eighth grade before graduating from Ellet High School. She spent her career in...
Dallas L. Metz
Aug 15, 2025
Dallas L. Metz, 70, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2025 after a brief battle with cancer. Born in Tunnelton, WV to Delbert and Virginia Metz, he resided in the Akron, OH area most of his adult life. Dallas enjoyed golf, fishing, watching football, anything outdoors and spending time with his family and friends.
In addition to his parents, Dallas was...
Linda Sue Boyd
Aug 15, 2025
Linda Sue Boyd, 68, beloved mother, wonderful grandmother, and devoted wife, passed away suddenly on August 15, 2025, surrounded by her family. Even through life's changes, Linda cared deeply for those she loved. Her kindness, strength, and unwavering devotion will forever remain in the hearts of all who knew her.
Linda was born on April 28, 1957, in Medina, Ohio, the...
Alice Marie Russell
Aug 15, 2025
Alice Marie Russell, 93, of Canal Fulton, passed away on August 15, 2025 at Aultman Hospital.
Alice was a well-read woman who could converse on any subject, even in her final days.
She was born on April 10, 1932 to the late John and Helen {Lowry} Hornack in Lodi, Ohio. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Russell and...
Noreta M. Denison
Aug 14, 2025
Noreta M. Denison, 89, of Akron, passed away on August 14, 2025. She was born on September 21, 1935 the daughter of the late Elmer and Marie Reichard of Bay Village, Ohio. She was a woman of great faith and would share God's love with everyone she met. Noreta always enjoyed family times, cooking many wonderful dishes, especially at Christmas....
Robert Eugene Parsons
Aug 14, 2025
Robert Eugene Parsons born September 28, 1940, passed away peacefully at the age of 84 on August 14, 2025.
Bob is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years, Barbara {Jarvis} Parsons; grandchildren, Jeffrey R. Parsons, Robert E. Parsons II, Britney (Jon) R. Myers, Jessica D. Parsons; great granddaughter, River Overly-Parsons and many cherished friends and relatives. He was preceded in...
Manwell McDowell
Aug 13, 2025
Manwell McDowell, 68, of Akron, fell asleep in death on August 13, 2025, his 42nd anniversary with his beloved wife, Brenda. Manwell was born in Akron, Ohio on December 9, 1956 to the late Winfred and Betty {Lee} McDowell.
Manwell will always be remembered as a man you could count on. Although quiet and reserved in a crowd, his family and...
Shaun RC Phelps
Aug 12, 2025
Shaun Phelps, age 40, of Akron, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on August 12, 2025. Shaun was born June 29th, 1985, in Grand Rapids, Michigan to Al and Diann Phelps.
Shaun joined the United States Army in 2008 and served as an Infantryman until his honorable discharge in 2012. During that time, Shaun spent 9 months serving in Iraq during Operation Iraqi...
Barbara A. Turner
Aug 12, 2025
Barbara Ann Turner, 63, of Akron, passed away on August 12, 2025. She was born on October 31, 1961 the daughter of the late Felton Shropshire Jr. and Aretha Jackson of Milledgeville, Georgia. She was a woman of faith and was a member of Shelton Temple Prayer, COGIC where she served as an usher. Barbara enjoyed listening to gospel music...
Gary A. Willison
Aug 12, 2025
Gary A. Willison, 77, of Springfield Township, passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025. Gary was born on April 5, 1948 in Akron, Ohio to Arthur and Dorothy Willison. Gary grew up in the Village of Lakemore, OH. He graduated from Springfield High School in 1966 and from Kent State University in 1971 with a degree in Mathematics.
Gary taught at...
Brandon Carlton Smith
Aug 11, 2025
Brandon Carlton Smith, 33, known to his loved ones as "Bubba", passed away on August 11, 2025 with his mom and dad by his side. Brandon was born in Akron, Ohio on July 4, 1992 at 9:14 a.m. As a child, Brandon and his family lived in Ohio, New Jersey, and Illinois. He returned to Ohio as a young adult...
Cameron M. Schrader
Aug 11, 2025
Cameron "Cam" M. Schrader, 22, of Akron, passed away on August 11, 2025. He was born on October 16, 2002 the son of Christie Kresge and Craig Schrader of Akron, Ohio. Cam graduated from Mogadore High School with the class of 2021. He was employed with the Akron City Parks Dept for a short time.
From an early age, Cam developed...
Robert Reginald Baskey "Bob"
Aug 11, 2025
Robert Reginald Baskey "Bob", 87, of Rootstown, passed away peacefully at home on August 11, 2025. Bob was born in Canton, Ohio on June 7, 1938 to the late Ralph and Doris Baskey. After graduating from East High School, Bob spent a few years working for the United States Postal Service, before beginning his career at Goodyear Tire and Rubber...
Edmund "Ed" Sobush
Aug 10, 2025
Edmund "Ed" Sobush, age 79, of Uniontown, passed away peacefully at home on August 10, 2025.
He was born on April 30, 1946 to Edward and Francis (Tarallo) Sobush in Sayreville, New Jersey.
Ed worked as a Computer Programmer many years for Goodyear and IBM before his retirement.
He was an avid bowler. Ed also enjoyed sailing, his MGs, cooking and traveling with...
Rene Morey
Aug 10, 2025
Irene “Rene” Morey, 79, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2025. Born on June 6, 1946, as one of two daughters to Mary Grace and Henry Gautschi, Rene grew up in Ohio, and lived in Texas, Rhode Island, and New Jersey. She moved through life with a curious and independent spirit, a generous heart, and joyful approach to life.
Rene graduated...
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