Obituaries
Kashton Kartier Cornelius Carmichael
May 4, 2025
Kashton Kartier Cornelius Carmichael, age 4, went to Heaven on May 4, 2025. He was born on July 2, 2020 in Akron, Ohio, the beloved son of Cayli Sheffler and Deante Carmichael.
Kashton left a huge impact on so many people, despite his brief time on Earth. Kashton was so full of love and attitude. Kashton was such an amazing little...
Kenneth Edward Ricks
May 4, 2025
Kenneth Edward Ricks, 87, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on May 4, 2025.
He was born in York, South Carolina on June 2, 1937 to the late George and Loretta (Birchfield) Ricks.
In Addition to his parents, Kenneth was preceded in death by 3 siblings.
Kenneth worked his entire life for Goodyear Tire and Rubber...
Elaine C. Finney (Wilson)
May 3, 2025
Elaine C. Finney, age 72, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family and friends. Born on December 24, 1952, in Akron, she was the daughter of Metzsker Delbert Wilson and Gertrude W. Mathews, and stepdaughter of the late Armand Fatica.
Elaine was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 45 years, James...
Rosalie A. Glidewell
May 3, 2025
Rosalie A. Glidewell (McPeak), 83, went home to be with the Lord on May 3, 2025. She was born in Ravenna to the late Amos McPeak and Ruth McPeak (Whitaker) on February 5, 1942. She was a 1961 graduate from Ravenna and retired from General Electric.
Rosie loved spending time with her family, working in her flower beds "pulling weeds", listening...
Klet M. Freeland Jr.
May 3, 2025
Klet M. Freeland Jr., 88, passed away peacefully at home on May 3, 2025 surrounded by family. Born in Terra Alta, WV to Klet Sr. and Viola Freeland, he resided in the Suffield Township area all of his adult life. He retired from Goodyear after 38 years of service and also worked part time at Beltz Lawn & Garden. Klet...
Wayne A. Johnston
May 2, 2025
Wayne A. Johnston, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2025, at the age of 90. Born in Vindex, Maryland, in 1934 to Dessie and James Johnston, Wayne grew up alongside an older sister and three younger brothers in a loving and hardworking family.
A proud veteran, Wayne served honorably during the Korean War and continued his service in...
Danielle D. Kapusinski
May 2, 2025
Danielle D. Kapusinski, age 50, passed away at her home on May 2, 2025 after a courageous battle with metastatic breast cancer.
Danielle enjoyed warm sunny days, watching nature, animals, fishing with her father and Preston, her and Jimmy's spur of the moment trip to South Dakota, laughing until she couldn't breathe and making her yard look pretty. Her son, Preston,...
Vicki L. Hedding
May 2, 2025
Vicki Lee Hedding, age 71, of Akron, passed away on May 2, 2025 at Summa Barberton Hospital. She was born on May 10, 1953 to Marvin and Gloria Cecil in Akron, Ohio.
Vicki loved to get out on the motorcycle. She also enjoyed watching sports, mostly the Cleveland Indians, as well as old westerns and Law & Order.
Vicki is survived by...
Pat Nelson
May 1, 2025
Pat Nelson, 73, of Mogadore, passed away peacefully at home on May 1, 2025. He was born on August 24, 1951 in Akron, Ohio to Robert and Mildred Nelson. He graduated from Hudson High School in 1969. He worked for IUOE Local 18 for over 40 years as a crane operator, and also recently worked part-time as a bus driver...
Jerry Lee Garrett
May 1, 2025
Jerry Lee Garrett, 79, passed away peacefully May 1, 2025 with family by his side. Born in Akron, Ohio to Harry Lee and Margaret (Posey) Garrett, he resided in Mogadore most of his adult life. Jerry was a proud Veteran of the U. S. Army and he retired from the City of Akron, where he served as Police Lieutenant. He...
Gary David Allen
Apr 30, 2025
Gary David Allen, born on June 9, 1945, in Parkersburg, West Virginia to William (Bill) and Nina Allen, passed away unexpectedly on April 30, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and dedication. As the third son in the Allen family, he was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Dan, Bob, and Tom.
In 1967, he married the love...
Janet Treat
Apr 30, 2025
Janet M. Treat, age 93, of Tallmadge passed away peacefully at her home with family by her side on April 28, 2025. She was born in Seattle, Washington on February 16, 1932, to the late Kenneth and Florence McPherson. As a Naval veteran's daughter, Janet's early years were spent traveling the U.S. She attended university in Massachusetts where she met...
Betty M. Powe
Apr 29, 2025
Betty M. Powe, age 71, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2025, at Akron City Hospital. Born on November 9, 1953, she was the cherished daughter of Rasberry and Harriet (Hubbard) Powe and a graduate of Buchtel High School.
Betty devoted many years working for Goodwill Industries before her retirement. In her free time, she found joy in...
Evelyn Bell
Apr 29, 2025
Evelyn L. Bell, 92, of Hudson, Ohio, went to be with her Savior, Jesus Christ, on 4/29/2025.
Born in Akron, Ohio on 1/25/1933, Evelyn lived a full and vibrant life marked by love, faith, and service to others.
Evelyn was a devoted wife, mother, friend, and Christian. She was a woman of deep compassion and quiet strength, known by all who met...
Karen Sue (Kinley) Dishman
Apr 29, 2025
Heaven gained the sweetest angel, Karen Dishman, on April 29th, 2025, at the age of 72. Born on July 12th, 1952, Karen was a devoted wife, loving mother, and cherished grandmother.
Karen spent 53 wonderful years with her beloved husband, creating a life full of love and memories. She was the heart of her family, known for her kindness, generosity, and...
Allen D. Nitz Jr.
Apr 29, 2025
Allen D. Nitz, 60, of Randolph, passed away on April 29, 2025. He was born on June 9, 1964 the son of the late Allen and Frances Nitz.
He will be remembered for his love of the great outdoors and the countless moments he spent immersed in nature. Allen’s passions for fishing, camping, hunting, and boating were not just hobbies; they...
Charles R. Burnette "Charlie"
Apr 28, 2025
Charles R. Burnette, 95, of Akron, passed away peacefully at home on April 28, 2025. He was born in Buncombe County, North Carolina on December 17, 1929 to the late William and Sarah Burnette. Charlie spent his entire career as a long distance truck driver. While having dinner at a restaurant during one road trip, he met a pretty waitress...
Anna M. Skorich
Apr 27, 2025
Anna M. Skorich, age 90, of Newcomerstown, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at home on April 27, 2025. She was born on July 26, 1934 to the late Enos and Clara Gray in Gauley, WV.
Anna met the love of her life, Emil, in 1963 and together they lived in the Ohio area for most of their lives together.
She...
Dianne F. Conner
Apr 27, 2025
Dianne “Gee” Conner, age 82, of Springfield Township, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2025 at Vista Veranda. Born on December 27, 1942 in Akron, OH, Dianne was the beloved daughter of the late William and Hazel (Alexander) Church. She graduated from Springfield High School.
Dianne worked in the accounting department at Provantage until her retirement.
She had a deep love of...
Bonnie L. Neidert
Apr 26, 2025
Bonnie L. Neidert
Akron— Bonnie Neidert, 91, passed away April 26, 2025.
Born June 7, 1933 to Merrill and Jesse West. She graduated from Garrettsville High School and Carnegie College with a Medical Assistant Degree. She worked at Barberton Citizens Hospital in their lab. She then worked at Babcock & Wilcox in the Employee Activities department. She volunteered with the American Red...
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