Mar 12, 2025

Suzanne Swanson, a beloved figure and lifelong resident of Kent, Ohio, departed this world on March 12, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on May 11, 1950, in Butler County, Pennsylvania, Suzanne dedicated her life to her family and her community, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew her.

At the heart of Suzanne's life were her grandchildren, Gabrielle...

Mar 11, 2025

Frederick V. Morehead Sr., was born June 28th, 1935 and passed away March 11th, 2025.

Frederick is proceeded in death by his son Lawrence Berkenstock; daughter Pamela Buchanan; and grandson Christopher Best.

He will be sadly missed by his beloved wife of 48 years Karen; and children Fred Morehead Jr., Vickie Gruber, John (Anita) Berkenstock and Tari Riley; As well as, many...

Mar 11, 2025

Pamela (Tucker) Murphy, age 76, died on March 11, 2025 after a brief battle with cancer. She was born in Akron, Ohio and lived in Ohio most of her life. She retired from First Merit Bank and shared a long and happy retirement with her husband of 56 years, Jay Murphy. Pam enjoyed playing a variety of games with her...

Mar 11, 2025

James K. (Jim) Tharp passed away peacefully on March 11th, 2025 at the age of 88. He was born in Akron, Ohio in 1936 to the late William and Dorothy Tharp and was a lifelong resident of the area. After graduating from Springfield High School, he joined the U.S. Army and served in Germany. After that he went through trade...

Mar 11, 2025

Beatrice Woolridge, 82, passed away on March 11, 2025, in Akron, Ohio. A woman of unwavering faith and boundless love, she leaves behind a legacy of devotion, resilience, and joy that will be cherished by all who knew her.

Born on October 9, 1942, Beatrice was the beloved daughter of Marjorie Heidelberg Glinn and Sam L. Glinn. From an early age,...

Mar 11, 2025

Violet I. Christy, 103, of Akron, passed away on March 11, 2025. She was born on November 16, 1921 to Joseph and Nellie Karn and resided her entire life in Akron, Ohio. She graduated from East High School and attended Hammel Business College. Violet was a woman of great faith and was a member of New Horizons Christian Church where...

Mar 9, 2025

Connie Vernino, 59, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2025 with her son by her side. Born in Latrobe, PA to Nujay and Alice (Moore) Vernino, she resided there until 2009 when she relocated to Portage County, OH. Connie enjoyed watching the Green Bay Packers, collecting horse pictures and spending time with her family.

Connie will be sadly missed by her...

Mar 8, 2025

Margaret Louise (Pankratz-Baker) Lundberg, age 86, of Akron, passed away on March 8, 2025 at St. Luke Lutheran Community. She was born on September 30, 1938 to the late George and Dorothy (Mason) Pankratz in Lorain, OH. She was raised by her grandparents, Gottlieb and Matilda Pankratz.

Margaret graduated from Lorain High School in the class of 1956. She received her...

Mar 8, 2025

Gaynel (Leppert) Tenney Mellott, born on August 3, 1938, in Yatesboro, PA, passed away on March 8, 2025 in Akron, OH after a brave but brief fight with cancer. She is preceded in death by husbands Carl Norman Tenney and Donald Gene Mellott. She was the beloved daughter of George W. Leppert and Annie Elizabeth (Kelly) Leppert-Ayers, and stepdaughter of...

Mar 8, 2025

David C. Woodhall, age 80, of Akron, passed away peacefully at his home on March 8, 2025. He was born on April 27, 1944 to the late Charles and Betty. He graduated from Field High School. After high school, he went on to work for Goodyear where he eventually retired.

He was a longtime member of First EC Church of Akron,...

Mar 7, 2025

Jean Antoinette DeLuca, a cherished soul who graced the world with her vibrant spirit, was born on July 29, 1942, in Akron, Ohio. She left this earthly realm on March 7, 2025, in Canton, Ohio, leaving behind a legacy filled with love, laughter, and unwavering faith.

Jean's personality was a beautiful tapestry woven with threads of spirituality, passion, and devotion to...

Mar 7, 2025

Sheldon "Butch" Barlette, Jr., 78, passed away peacefully at home after a hard fought battle with cancer on March 7, 2025 surrounded by family. That morning brought a beautiful sunrise to usher him to Heaven.

Sheldon graduated from North High School in 1964, then The University of Akron in 1968 with a Business and Accounting Degree. He served his country as...

Mar 6, 2025

Lenora L. Rinella, age 51, passed away March 6th following complications from a courageous battle with Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension. A devoted Christian, Lenora’s strong faith guided her throughout her life and illness.

Born in Atlanta, Georgia, on February 15, 1974, Lenora grew up in the Fulton, Dekalb, and Gwinnett County areas. She graduated from Duluth High School in 1992. She earned...

2025

On Thursday March 6, 2025, Kimberly Evans, of Brimfield, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family and friends.

She leaves behind her sister, Candene; brother, Renot; and her three children, William, Barbara and Steve; five grandchildren, Stephanie, Meranda, Josh, Tanner, and Trevor; three great-grandchildren, Tyler, Theo, and Jacob. She also leaves behind other family members, Keith, Betty, Kenny, Dawn,...

Mar 5, 2025

Steven Allen McVicker, 80 passed away on March 5, 2025. He was born in Akron, Ohio on July 24, 1944, to the late Donald and Dorothy McVicker. Growing up in Goodyear Heights, Steve was a 1962 graduate of East High School. He went on to serve six years in the U.S. Army Reserves and 25 years working for Ohio Bell,...

Mar 5, 2025

Kelly Lynette Wright, 63, born July 22, 1961, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 5, 2025 after a short illness.

Kelly was preceded in death by her parents, George Wright and Jacqualine Harvey Wright; boyfriend, David Jerin; and best friend, Sheri Edsall.  

She is survived by her brother, Kevin (Jan); special uncle, David Harvey; ex-husband, Hal Shavor;...

Mar 4, 2025

Stacey Lynn (Berry) Childers, 47, passed away on March 4th, 2025, in Ravenna, Ohio. Born in Akron, Ohio on March 1st, 1978 to her loving mother Marsha Ann (Cain) Fletcher.

Stacey was a devoted mother, sister, and friend. She was an active member of the Mogadore community, where she dedicated much of her time to the Mogadore Youth Baseball and Softball...

Mar 3, 2025

Mar 2, 2025

Robert M. Rider, 72, born in Montgomery, West Virginia, passed away March 2, 2025 of heart failure. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gladys (Jones) and Bobbie Rider, his sister, Linda Johnson, and brother, Richard Rose. He is survived by his wife, Yvonne Rider, and his children, Tammy Gray, Tiffany Gray, Robert (Toby) Rider, Tara Rider and Tia Rider. He is also survived...

Mar 2, 2025

Edith L. Butler passed away peacefully on March 2, 2025, at the age of 95. She was born on September 20, 1929, in Grantsville, WV to the late Howard and Virginia Waldo Buckner. After Edith finished grade school, the family moved to Akron Ohio in the 1940’s, where she attended and graduated from East High School. She married the love...