Obituaries
John Kevin Scullion
Dec 22, 2022
John Kevin Scullion "Scully", 59, of Akron, passed away suddenly on December 22, 2022. He was born in Portsmouth, Virginia on April 6, 1963. His family moved to Ohio when he was a child and John grew up in Brunswick, graduating from Brunswick High School in 1981. Most of his career was spent in tree maintenance and service. He was...
Kevin R. Sabo
Dec 22, 2022
Kevin R. Sabo, 48, passed away on December 22, 2022. He was born on August 30, 1974 the son of the late Franklin and Patricia Sabo. Kevin graduated from East High School with the class of 1992. He then proudly graduated from Ohio Center for Broadcasting. He enjoyed being on Dart Leagues and won many trophies on his Bowling League....
Madeline Anita Wolfe
Dec 22, 2022
Madeline Anita Wolfe, 74, of Uniontown, passed away peacefully at her home on December 22, 2022. She was born on March 31, 1948 to the late Warren and Ora Lee {Early} Hersman. In addition to her parents, Madeline is preceded in death by her son Eric Wolfe.Madeline will always be loved and dearly missed by her husband of 57 years,...
Barbara Ann Ullom
Dec 22, 2022
Barbara Ann Ullom, "Barb", age 86 of Girard, Ohio, earned her angel wings on Thursday, December 22, 2022, after a long illness. Barbara Ann was born on March 31, 1936 in Blooming Valley, Pennsylvania, the daughter of the late Dale B. and Bertha L. (nee McLaughlin-Ford) Hart.Barb retired from the Fowler-Vienna School district in 1998, after thirty years of dedicated...
Howard Stephen Duma
Dec 21, 2022
Pastor Howard Stephen Duma, age 73, of Akron, Ohio, passed away Wednesday evening, December 21, 2022 surrounded by his family.He was born August 19, 1949 in Clinton, Ohio, and was the son of the late Howard Paul and Doris Violet (nee Bogdanoff) Duma. He is survived by his former wife, Connie (nee Hyre) Duma; his beloved children, Rebecca Duma, John...
Alice Hignite
Dec 21, 2022
Alice Hignite, 87, passed away peacefully December 21, 2022. Born in Morgantown, West Virginia, she resided in the Akron all of her adult life. Alice enjoyed reading books, sending cards for all occasions to friends and family, watching the Browns and the Tribe as well as Dancing with the Stars and she loved life to the fullest.In addition to her...
Anthony Joseph Izzo
Dec 21, 2022
Anthony Joseph Izzo, 86 years old of Akron, Ohio passed away on December 21, 2022 after a recent illness. He was born in Providence, Rhode Island and graduated from The University of Rhode Island. He attained his Ph.D from the University of Connecticut and built his career in the national defense industry and higher education administration. He traveled widely, enjoyed...
Brian James Kelley
Dec 20, 2022
Brian James Kelley, 49, of Akron, passed away unexpectedly on December 20, 2022. Brian was born in Akron on April 30, 1973 to the late Jerry Kelley and Sharon (Grendell) Kelley. Brian graduated from Ellet High School in 1991. One of his greatest loves was Taekwondo. He practiced for many years and achieved a black belt. Brian made friends wherever...
Cynthia L. Priest
Dec 20, 2022
Cynthia L. Priest, 61, passed away on Tuesday, December 20th, 2022. She was born on June 16th, 1961 the daughter of Ronald and Jacquelyn Loomis.Cynthia spent many years working in the office at FedEx. She enjoyed finding good deals while shopping. Cynthia was known for her delicious dinners and treats and always spending time with her family. She was preceded...
Beverly J. Fiehn
Dec 20, 2022
Beverly Fiehn age 85, passed away peacefully at home with family by her side on December 20, 2022. Beverly grew up in Canton, Ohio. She graduated from Timken High School and later from the Aultman School of Nursing. Soon after graduating from nursing school, she married the love of her life, Nick, and they spent the next 62 years together....
Darlene Mae Toth
Dec 18, 2022
Darlene Mae Toth, 77, passed away on December 18, 2022. She was born in Akron on December 8, 1945, to the late Clifton and Charlene Godfrey. Darlene graduated from Garfield High School and devoted her life to her family and was the main caregiver. Later in life, she decided to pursue a nursing degree and became an LPN while still...
Dennis P. Ward
Dec 18, 2022
Dennis P. Ward, 64, passed away on December 18, 2022. Born in Akron, Ohio, to the late Raleigh and Antoinette (Macchiarola) Ward, he was a lifetime Cuyahoga Falls resident. In addition to his parents, Dennis was preceded in death by his brother Robert; his niece, Julie Rauckhorst and nephew; Donny Hargis. He will be sadly missed by siblings, Mary Ann...
James William Seeley
Dec 18, 2022
James William Seeley Sr, "Jim", age 80, of Mogadore, Ohio, died on December 18, 2022. He was born on September 22, 1942 in Wadsworth, Ohio, the son of the late Harry Robert and Jane (nee Sanders) Seeley. Jim was retired from Goodyear Aerospace/Meggit here in Akron as a draftsman. While he was at work, he was President of the Foremans...
Katheryn L. Whited
Dec 17, 2022
Katheryn Lyn Whited, 57, of Akron, passed away on December 17, 2022. She was born on July 15, 1965 to the late Lila R. Bracey.In addition to her mother and step-father Richard, she is preceded in death by her husband Jack Whited.She is survived by her children, Tiffany (Robert) Barnes, Terry Bland, Wendy Bland and Bobby Whited; 9 grandchildren; sister,...
Josephine Joyce Bowser
Dec 17, 2022
Josephine Joyce Bowser, "Joyce", age 91 of Atwater, Ohio, died on December 17, 2022. She was born in Roaring Spring, Pennsylvania on October 3, 1931, the daughter of the late Harry and Irene (nee Stiger) Yingling Sr.Joyce was a loving homemaker, always providing the best for her husband, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, they always came first. She loved cooking, baking,...
Wanda Joyce Atkinson
Dec 17, 2022
Wanda Joyce Atkinson, 67, passed away peacefully December 17, 2022. Born in Paintsville, Kentucky to Homer and Phyllis (Ward) Setser, she resided in the Akron area all of her adult life. Wanda enjoyed watching her daytime shows, making flower arrangements, going to Geauga Lake, having bon fires and spending time with her family.In addition to her parents she was greeted...
Patricia A. Hershberger
Dec 17, 2022
Patricia A. Hershberger, 83, born Oct. 5th 1939 passed away on Dec. 17th, 2022. She fought a long battle with many illnesses and is now pain free.Patricia was preceded in death by her husband Bob; son Robert; daughter Danean; mother Lilla Mae; and brother Richard.She leaves behind her children, Shelly (Hope), John, and Mike (Stacie); several grandchildren, great grand children;...
Veronica E. Johnson
Dec 16, 2022
Veronica E. Johnson, 69, passed away on December 16, 2022. She was born on November 23, 1953 the daughter of the late Sterling and Mary Ellen Hardman. She enjoyed doing many different crafts. Veronica was know as "McGyver" being able to fix anything. She also enjoyed fishing with her family and friends. She had many accomplishments but the greatest was...
Charles C. Tennant
Dec 16, 2022
Charles C. Tennant, 98, of Akron, passed away on Friday, December 16, 2022. He was born in Jackson, Ohio on November 10, 1924 to the late Ross and Laura {Love} Tennant. Charles was a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy. Following his honorable discharge, Charles threw himself into his career as a carpenter, and raising his family. He taught his...
Londa Whittaker Mick
Dec 15, 2022
Londa Whittaker (nee Carr) Mick passed away December 15, 2022, after a long illness. Born February 18, 1949, to parents Harry and Maxine (Heckler) Carr, she lived most of her life in the Akron, OH, and Parsons, WV, areas.Londa was affectionately known as 'Miss Londa' to many of her friends and caregivers at Altercare Western Reserve in Stow, Oh, and...
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