Obituaries
John E. Bisesi
May 3, 2026
John E. Bisesi, 91, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2026, surrounded by family.
He was born in Akron, Ohio on July 7, 1934 to the late Joseph P. and Mary R. Bisesi. He graduated from Garfield High School in Akron, Ohio in 1952. After an excellent baseball career at Garfield, he joined the Greater Akron AA League's Alex Redl Golf...
Robert E. "Bob" Houston
May 3, 2026
Robert "Bob" Houston, 80, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2026. Born December 11, 1945, he was a resident of Akron Portage Lakes all his life. Bob was a member of the East Liberty Church of the Nazarene.
Preceded in death by his parents James and Jean Houston, and brothers Jim (Helen), Chuck (Donna) and David. Bob is survived by his...
Narda Kay Goff
May 3, 2026
Narda Kay Goff, age 67 of Tallmadge passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 3, 2026. She was born in Santa Monica, CA on February 21, 1959 to the late Art and Barbara {LaBelle} Grimm.
In addition to her parents, Narda was preceded in death by her sister Ruthie Grimm.
Narda is survived by her loving son Mike Sullivan; daughter Shenna; 3 grandchildren;...
Sheryl Leigh Szakmeister
May 3, 2026
Sheryl Leigh Szakmeister, 69, of Akron, OH passed away on May 3rd, 2026. She was born May 20th, 1956 in Graham, NC to Amandy Leona Moose and Otis Lee Buchanan, and grew up in the area surrounded by family. Some of her fondest memories were the time she spent with her Grandma Rudd — learning to crochet at her side,...
Virginia Maud Berringer
May 2, 2026
Virginia M. Berringer passed away on Saturday, May 2, in Akron, Ohio.
A lifelong resident of Akron, Virginia grew up and lived her entire life on the south side of the city. She was a retired Professor of Bibliography at the University of Akron library, the same University where she graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education. Virginia went on to...
Richard "Dick" F. Ispan
May 2, 2026
Richard "Dick" F. Ispan, 79, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on May 2, 2026. He was born on January 30, 1947 the son of the late Frank and Mildred Ispan. Dick graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School with the class of 1965. He retired from the City of Cuyahoga Falls Electric System after 30 years of dedicated service. He then...
Karen Ann Douglas "Kandy"
May 2, 2026
Karen Ann Douglas, affectionately known as "Kandy," passed away on May 2, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and community spirit. Born on March 7, 1953, in Youngstown, Ohio, Karen lived a full life marked by warmth and resilience, touching the lives of all who knew her.
A proud graduate of Cardinal Mooney High School, Karen’s vibrant personality and...
Amy L. Johnson
May 2, 2026
Amy Lynn Johnson, 41, of Springfield (Akron), passed away peacefully on May 2, 2026 at home surrounded by her loved ones.
She was born on October 1, 1984 at Akron City Hospital. She attended the Manchester School System and graduated in 2003.
Amy was a former employee of PRC Medical LLC, where she worked as a registration verification analyst for her last...
Steven W. Hennacy
May 2, 2026
Steven W. Hennacy, 61, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2026 after an extended illness. He was a lifelong resident of Akron, where he worked as a drywaller for 35 years. Steve enjoyed his motorcycles, hanging out and working in the garage and spending time with his family.
Steve was preceded in death by his mom, Carol Hennacy; brother, Jerry Hennacy;...
Thomas "Tom" Michael Prebonick
May 1, 2026
Thomas “Tom” Michael Prebonick, 72, completed his earthly journey and passed suddenly on May 1st, 2026.
Tom was born on September 15th, 1953. A quiet and peaceful man, Tom found joy in reading, hiking, meditating, and spending time behind the wheel of his Ford truck. He worked in construction throughout his life and was known for being incredibly handy, hardworking, and...
David Groetzinger
May 1, 2026
David Groetzinger, devoted husband to Vicki and father to Doug, Dean, and Tori, passed away on May 1, 2026. Born September 10, 1948, in Pittsburgh, PA, to Charles and Mae Groetzinger, he grew up learning the family business, Carol Wayne Chocolates. He attended Toccoa Falls Academy for high school and then Nyack College, where he met his wife, Victoria SirLouis.
After...
Delores Ann Dobosh
May 1, 2026
Delores Ann Dobosh, 78, passed away peacefully at home on May 1, 2026 with family be her side. Born in West Virginia to Eugene and Helen (McGowen) Shaffer, she resided in the Akron area most of her life. Delores enjoyed camping, fishing, watching Heartland and The Pitt as well as Steelers games and spending time with her family, especially her...
Cathy M. Glass (Recco)
Apr 30, 2026
Cathy M. Glass (Recco), 57, of Akron, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on April 30th, 2026. Cathy was born on March 2nd, 1969, in Akron, Ohio to Harold and Mary Recco.
Cathy was an avid fan of the Cleveland Browns. As a devoted member of the Dawg Pound, Cathy never missed a Cleveland Browns game once football season kicked off. Cathy was...
Richard Mearl Putt
Apr 30, 2026
Richard Mearl "Dick" Putt, 89, was called home to the Lord April 30, 2026. Rich passed peacefully at Danbury Senior Living, Tallmadge, OH after a long period of declining health. Born in Akron, OH to the late Kenneth and Hazel (Bindel) Putt, Rich graduated from Kenmore High School in 1955. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army from...
Darrell David Badgett
Apr 30, 2026
Darrell David Badgett, born on December 24, 1944, in Akron, Ohio, passed away on April 30, 2026.
He is survived by his wife, Linda, daughters Mendy, Nicole (and her husband Steve), and Sarah (and her husband Jonathan). Darrell also cherished the close bonds he shared with his brother Steve (and sister-in-law Carol), as well as his niece Holli and nephew Jeremy.
To...
Matthew John Headley
Apr 29, 2026
Matthew John Headley, 64, of Akron, passed away at home on April 29, 2026. He was born in Akron on July 13, 1961 to the late Gladys and John Headley Jr.
In addition to his parents, Matt was preceded in death by his sister, Lisa Eddleman.
Matt will be dearly missed by his sister, Loree McKiernan; brother-in-law, Rick Eddleman; nieces and nephews,...
Willis D. "Will" Pritchett
Apr 29, 2026
Willis D. "Will" Pritchett, 91, passed away peacefully April 29, 2026. Born in Akron, Ohio to Darwin and Edna (Miller) Pritchett, he was a lifelong area resident. He retired from FM Machine Company and previously served in the Army Reserves. Will enjoyed going to the Tallmadge Rec Center, watching baseball as well as the news, reading, attending church and spending...
George A. Miller
Apr 29, 2026
George Almond Miller, 75, of Stow, passed away on April 29, 2026.
He was born on June 27, 1950 to Lester and Rosetta Miller in Bedford, OH.
George worked as a Laborer. He was an artist and loved wood carving.
George is survived by his brothers, Alan, Bob (Linda), Ed, Tom (Kim), and Ken (Becky); and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in...
Everett L. Wyatt
Apr 28, 2026
Everett Lee Wyatt, 90, of Ohio, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving wife and family, on April 28, 2026. He was born July 19, 1935, in Bowden, West Virginia, to Boyd Jay Wyatt and Hazel Mae (Carr) Wyatt.
Everett attended school in Cumberland, Maryland, and later served honorably in the United States Army. During his service, he was stationed in...
Anita Louise McFadden
Apr 28, 2026
Anita Louise McFadden, 73, of Akron, passed away on April 28, 2026. She was born on September 13, 1952 to the late Arthur and Katherine Scarpitti.
After graduating from Firestone High School in 1971, Anita attended the University of Akron, where she was affiliated with Kappa Kappa Gamma.
While working at O'Neil's Department Store in downtown Akron, Anita met a co-worker named...
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