Obituaries
Garry D. Scherer Sr.
Jun 3, 2023
Garry D. Scherer Sr., 68, passed away on June 3, 2023. He was born on September 8, 1954, the son of the late Clifford and Irene Scherer. He was employed for many years as a carpenter and after retirement continued on making beautiful woodwork and building projects. He enjoyed fishing with his family and friends. He will always be remembered...
Glenn Thomas Moore
Jun 3, 2023
With his family by his side, Glenn peacefully joined his Lord and Savior in his eternal home on June 3rd, 2023 in his 65th year.He was born on March 3rd, 1958 in Akron, Ohio. His family moved to Charlotte, North Carolina when he was 15 years of age where he met and later married the love of his life, Hortricia...
Milburn Lloyd Moffit
Jun 3, 2023
Milburn L. "Chuck" Moffit passed away on June 3, 2023 at the age of 76. He was born to Gilbert and Frances Moffit on March 25, 1947 in Akron, Ohio. He retired from Parker Hannifin as a machinist after 42 faithful years. He married the love of his life, Gloria, on June 3, 1967 in Akron. He loved to fish,...
Thomas E. Wroe
Jun 3, 2023
Thomas E. Wroe, 49, passed away June 3, 2023 after an extended illness. Born in Akron, OH to Jim, Sr. and Cheryl (Krepps) Wroe, he was a lifelong area resident. Tom worked in auto repair and he enjoyed drag racing, bowling, playing golf and his video games and spending time with his family and his cat, Baby.Preceded in death by...
Robert Eugene Ostlund
Jun 3, 2023
Robert Eugene "Bob" Ostlund, age 71 of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2023 at his home. He was born on March 14, 1952 in Akron, the son of the late Oscar (Lois) Leander Ostlund and Mary Martha (nee Deventure) Ostlund of Cuyahoga Falls.Bob enjoyed riding his Harley, NASCAR , music and muscle cars. He also liked...
Matthew Craig Dillon
Jun 2, 2023
Matthew Craig Dillon, 35, of Cuyahoga Falls, was called home to be with his Lord on June 2, 2023 after a long battle with addiction. He was born in Akron on May 10, 1988 to Marshall and Kimberly {Eackelbary} Dillon. Matthew is preceded in death by the love of his life, Brer Baldwin. He leaves behind his loving son Miles...
Paul William Wagner
Jun 2, 2023
Paul William Wagner, 45, of Akron, passed away unexpectedly on June 2, 2023. Paul was a devoted husband, son, father, brother, papaw, uncle ("Pickle Paul"), and friend. He had a huge heart, and was always there to help someone in need. He was dependable and hardworking. He enjoyed being outside, whether it was fishing, golfing, spending time by a bonfire,...
Joyce A. Sill
May 31, 2023
Joyce A. Sill, 63, passed away peacefully at home on May 31, 2023 after an extended illness. Born in Akron, Ohio, she resided in both the Akron and Athens, Ohio areas during her life. She worked as a bartender at the Elks Lodge for many years. Joyce enjoyed animals, playing darts for Bell Music Co., going to the horse track...
Joyce A. Metz
May 31, 2023
Joyce A. (Hicks) Metz, 83, of Akron, passed away on May 31, 2023, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's Disease. Through it all, Joyce kept her quick wit and sense of humor. Joyce was born November 12, 1939, to Curt and Tillie in Chloe, West Virginia. Joyce graduated from Calhoun County High in '57, and proudly retired from B&W after...
Richard W. Farwell
May 31, 2023
Richard "Ric" Farwell passed away on May 31, 2023 at the age of 69. He was born to Richard and Helen Farwell on June 27, 1953 in Akron, Ohio. He attended Cuyahoga Falls High School. Ric worked in the Local 285 Carpenter's Union for 49 years before starting his own business, Summit Interiors. He was an avid nature lover and...
Raymond Joseph Crawford
May 31, 2023
Raymond Joseph "Ray" Crawford, 93, passed away on May 31, 2023. He was born to the late Lawrence and Margaret Crawford on December 10, 1929. Raymond played for Silver League Softball until the age of 83. He loved to fish, hike all of the metro park trails, tinker around the house and build different things. He proudly served his county...
Josephine Matulis
May 31, 2023
Josephine Matulis passed away on May 31, 2023 at the age of 80. She was a lifelong resident of Mogadore, Ohio. She worked for many years in an office setting and attended Springfield Church of the Brethren.In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Walter; beloved son, Luke; and brother, Richard.Left to cherish her memory...
Joyce E. Reed
May 30, 2023
Joyce E. Reed, 80, passed away in the peace of her home on May 30, 2023. She was born on August 1, 1942 in Akron, Ohio to the late Peter J. and Gladys L. Bradley. Joyce was a strong woman who loved her family and friends deeply and fiercely. She saw beauty in everyone and accepted others for who they...
David Rodney Gurley Sr.
May 30, 2023
David Rodney Gurley Sr., 76, of Tallmadge, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, May 30, 2023. He was born in Akron on November 24, 1946 to the late Huston C. and Lois M. {Riggins} Gurley. David worked as a paramedic and firefighter for the City of Akron Fire Department, retiring as a Lieutenant after over 25 years of service. He was...
Janis Sue Gessman
May 30, 2023
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our mother and grandmother, Janis Sue Gessman (nee Kelchner). Janis passed away on May 30, 2023 at 7:30 PM. She was born on June 9, 1929 in Akron, the daughter of the late Lloyd and Ethel (nee Reeves) Kelchner.Janis lived most of her life in the Portage Lakes area and graduated...
Joseph L. Zamiska
May 30, 2023
Joseph L. "Joe" Zamiska, age 65 of Bath, Ohio, died on May 30, 2023. He was born in Barberton on March 6, 1958, the son of the late Charles and Doris (nee Coyle) Zamiska.Joe was a manager for several of the Walmart stores in the area. He enjoyed traveling, golfing, bowling (he had bowled six 300 games and was inducted...
Howard E. Gray
May 30, 2023
Howard E. Gray, 86, passed away on May 30, 2023. He was born on April 7, 1937 the son of the late Carl and Leslie Gray. Howard retired after 35 dedicated years of service from the Ford Motor Company. He was a Production Chairman of the Local Union #420. He was also a member of the Masonic Lodge in Ellet....
Anthony James Zushin
May 29, 2023
Anthony James Zushin, age 27 of Akron, Ohio died unexpectedly on May 29, 2023.He was born on August 31, 1995 in Akron, the son of Valerie Zushin, with whom he lived. Anthony was a graduate of Ellet High School, class of 2015. He was owner/operator of Meraki Automotive in Akron, he put all of himself into his work. He had...
John Charles Stevenson
May 29, 2023
John Stevenson passed away in the comfort of his own home on May 29 at the age of 77. John was well known and loved by many. The sweetest, kindest, most giving man around. John was born to Charles and Dorthy Stevenson and grew up in the Akron area, graduating from Revere High School and later moved to Wadsworth where...
Veelia R. Wright
May 29, 2023
Veelia R. Wright, 85, of Akron, passed away on May 29, 2023. She was born in Elmore County, AL on September 4, 1937 to the late Jethropetell and Rudolph Neely Hannon.In addition to her parents, Veelia was preceded in death by her husband John Frank, children Melvin and Kendra Wright, and grandson Marquel Wright. Veelia worked as a head cook...
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