Obituaries
Dale Maverick Mannon
Jan 28, 2025
Dale Maverick Mannon, age 67, born on November 25, 1957, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2025. A devoted long-distance truck driver, Dale dedicated many years of his life to the open road, where he exemplified the commitment and discipline that defined his character.
As the only brother to his three beloved surviving sisters Joyce (Lonnie) Pullum, Diana Roop, and Deborah...
Connie June Armsey
Jan 28, 2025
Connie June Armsey, a beacon of love and compassion, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2025, at the age of 68. Born on May 5, 1956, Connie dedicated her life to caring for others, a true embodiment of selflessness and tenderness. She worked tirelessly taking care of others at Barberton Citizens Hospital, where she not only tended to the needs...
Michael Lee Folk
Jan 28, 2025
Michael Lee Folk, age 66, passed away on January 28, 2025. He was born on August 25, 1958, in Akron to the late Robert and Helen Folk. He graduated from Kent Roosevelt High School class of 1976, and directly after he enlisted in the U.S. Navy as a corpsman. Mike loved to fish and enjoyed NASCAR.
He is survived by step-daughter...
Donna Ruth Rath
Jan 28, 2025
Donna Rath (Heltsley), age 77, following a long illness, went home to be with the Lord on January 28, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.
A lifelong resident of Akron, OH, Donna attended Garfield High School (class of ’65) and then worked at Goodyear before marrying her “Charlie” in 1971 and raising two children. She later worked as a receptionist at...
James F. Kirby
Jan 27, 2025
James F. Kirby, 75, passed away on January 27, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on September 30, 1949 the son of the late Fred L. and Bessie E. Kirby. Jim retired after 43 years of dedicated service from East Manufacturing. Whether he was repairing a friend's vehicle or tackling a project of his own, Jim approached...
Polli A. Jefferys
Jan 27, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Polli Anne Jefferys, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister. She passed peacefully on January 27, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was 70 years old. Born on October 7, 1954, Polli was a pillar of strength and a beacon of light. She was full of love, laughter, generosity, and...
William E. "Bill" Garrett
Jan 27, 2025
William E. "Bill" Garrett, age 101, of Akron went home to be with the Lord on January 27, 2025. He was born in Elm Grove, West Virginia on December 2, 1923, to the late William and Dorothy Garrett. He was a graduate of Hower Trade School (sheet metal trade) class of 1942. He was drafted into the Army after school...
Laura Michele Bennett
Jan 26, 2025
Laura M. Bennett, 52 of Cuyahoga Falls went to be with the Lord unexpectedly on Sunday January 26, 2025. She was born April 26, 1972 to Robert and Jackie Bennett. Our beloved Laura had such a huge heart and loved to make everyone laugh, especially her Nieces and Nephews. Words can’t say how much she will be missed. Holidays won’t...
Patricia K. "Patty" Allen
Jan 26, 2025
Patricia Kathryn Allen, 73, of Norton, passed away on January 26, 2025 in Copley. She was born in Akron on February 26, 1951 to the late Richard and Colleen {Rogers} Mack.
Patty is survived by her loving husband of 52 years, Robert F. Allen II; daughter, Jennifer (David) Stafford; son Robert F. Allen III; grandchildren Chloe, Madison and Christian Stafford.
Patty was...
Margaret Ann Long
Jan 26, 2025
Margaret Ann Long, 82, of Randolph, went home to be with the Lord on January 26, 2025. She was born on January 31, 1942 in Taos, New Mexico to the late Cloyd and Anne Rogers. As a child, Margie moved with her family to Cadiz, Ohio and later settled in Akron, Ohio. She graduated from North High School, Class of...
Marjorie Watters
Jan 25, 2025
On January 25th, when Marjorie Watters left this world, she did not fade but rather blossomed into the vastness of the heavens, where all love and light reigns eternal.
Born on May 23, 1932, in Farell, Pennsylvania, she was the seventh of eight daughters born to Ross and Sarah Burt.
In 1950, she graduated from Farrell High School, a beloved figure among...
Jonalee Yoskey
Jan 25, 2025
Jonalee Yoskey, 67, of Kent, passed away on January 25, 2025. She was born in Akron on September 18, 1957 to Patsy {Swigeart} Martin and the late William Longfellow.
Jonalee is survived by her loving daughter Michelle Potter; grandchildren Nathaniel and Zachery Potter; mother Patsy Martin; 5 siblings and their families.
Jonalee enjoyed gardening, drawing and painting, and had an unshakable faith...
Larry R. Stear
Jan 25, 2025
Larry R. Stear, 80, passed away unexpectedly at home on January 25, 2025. Born in Akron, Ohio to Walter Stear and Jackie Jones, he was a lifelong area resident. Larry owned and operated Journeyman Roofing for many years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, watching sports and auto auctions and spending time with his family.
In addition to his parents, Larry was preceded...
Danny G. Keeling
Jan 25, 2025
Danny G. Keeling, 71, of Coventry Township, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on January 25, 2025. He was born in Akron, Ohio on September 21, 1953 to the late Thomas Marshall Keeling Sr. and Mary Lois Carpenter Keeling.
Danny loved his Savior, Jesus Christ and was a lifelong Baptist church member. He was an avid fisherman and...
Sylvia Kay Jefferies
Jan 24, 2025
Sylvia Kay Jefferies, age 73, left the world unexpectedly in her sleep on Friday, January 24, 2025. She was born on March 18, 1951, in Akron, Ohio to the late Felix Alderson and Betty Jo Williams.
She graduated from North High School class of 1969. Sylvia received her Bachelor's degree in accounting in 1981 and went on to receive her Master’s...
Raymond Jay Clifton
Jan 24, 2025
Raymond Jay Clifton Jr. went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ at 3:38 pm, Friday, January 24th at Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, OH.
My Eternal Love, we will be together again. This heart shattering earthly separation is only temporary. Revelation 21:4
Raymond, also known as JRay or RJ, served in the United States Marines from 1969 until 1971.
JRay...
Sandra J. Barrett
Jan 24, 2025
Sandra J. Barrett, 82, passed peacefully away on January 24, 2025. She was born on October 21, 1942 the daughter of the late Robert and Mildred Buckmaster.
She was born and resided in the Akron, Ohio area for a good portion of her life, graduating from Perry High School and also receiving her college degree from Akron University. As a single...
Mary A. Weber
Jan 24, 2025
Mary A. Weber, 95, passed away peacefully at home January 24, 2025 with family by her side. Born in Akron, Ohio to Lawrence Kibler and Agnes Arndt, she was a lifelong area resident. Mary belonged to St. Patrick's Catholic Church for many years. Known as "Grandma Snack" to her grandchildren, Mary was an animal lover who enjoyed bowling, going to...
Richard Eugene Walters
Jan 23, 2025
Richard E. Walters passed away at age 90 on Thursday, January 23, 2025, surrounded by his family.
He leaves his wife of 68 years, Janice, his daughters Kathy, Sandra and Susan, and his son, Rick. He also leaves behind 5 grandchildren, Alicia, Alex, James, Christopher and Nicholas, as well as 2 great-grandchildren, Ariana and Oliver.
He was preceded in death by his...
Robert M. Watkins
Jan 23, 2025
Robert Watkins, age 62, passed away on January 23, 2025, after a prolonged illness. He was born in Akron on February 20, 1962, to the late Raymond and Mary Watkins. Robert was a graduate of Ellet High School class of 1980. He went on to graduate from the University of Akron with a bachelor's of Electronics Engineering. For most of...
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