Obituaries
Earl Hubert Anderson
Jun 17, 2022
Earl Hubert Anderson, 92, of Cuyahoga Falls, was called home to be with the Lord on June 17, 2022. Earl was born in Portsmouth, Ohio on December 7, 1929. He proudly served in the U.S. Army as an MP, while stationed in France during the Korean War. Earl retired from Chase Brass and Copper Company after over 30 years of...
Michelle Diane Hoover
Jun 17, 2022
Michelle Diane Hoover, "Shell", age 61 of Akron, Ohio, died on June 17, 2022 at Hickory Ridge Care Center. She was born in Akron on April 29, 1961, the daughter of the late John Nicholas and Esther Lucille (nee Smay) Smith. Michelle loved the outdoors and was a terrific artist. She worked in various positions throughout her life, such as...
Scott Beal
Jun 16, 2022
Scott Beal passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 16, 2022. Scott wore many hats in life but his favorites were those of a loving husband, father and church elder.Scott was a proud graduate of Central-Hower High School. He loved the Lord, his God, with everything in him. Growing up and into adulthood, he was a long-standing member of Central Baptist...
Nancy Elizabeth Ropchock
Jun 15, 2022
Nancy Elizabeth Ropchock, age 76 of Akron joined her husband Francis in Heaven on Wednesday, June 15, 2022. She was born in Alverda, PA on November, 22, 1945, a daughter of the late Jacob and Elizabeth {James} O'Brien. In addition to her parents and husband, Francis, Nancy was preceded in death by 7 brothers and 1 sister.Nancy will always be...
Louise Logan
Jun 15, 2022
Louise Logan, "Grandma Logan", age 82 of New Franklin, Ohio, died on June 15, 2022 at her home. She was born on February 5, 1940 in Chillicothe, Ohio, the daughter of the late James and Margaret (nee Reese) Dodrill. Grandma Logan was a homemaker, taking care of her family and providing for them. Her greatest joy was her family. Everything...
Beverly Ann Phillips
Jun 15, 2022
Beverly Phillips (nee Buser) of Tallmadge, Ohio, died on June 15, 2022 from ALS at the age of 63.Beverly was the daughter of the late Arnold S. and Mary Lou (nee Armbruster) Buser. She grew up in Akron and graduated from Akron East High School in 1977. Beverly leaves her loving family, devoted husband of 30 years, David B. Phillips;...
Beverly J. Davis
Jun 15, 2022
Beverly J. Davis (Frentzel), 66, of Canton passed away at her home on June 15th with her family, after a long, courageous battle with breast cancer. She will be deeply missed by her daughters, Angela Young (Davis) of Canton; Kristy Davis of Newton Falls; Special Grandson and honorary son, Brendan Davis; grandchildren, Norah and Carter Young. Bev is preceded in...
Billye Jo Summers
Jun 14, 2022
Billye Jo Summers, 79, passed away peacefully June 14, 2022. Born in Cookeville, Tennessee, she resided in the Akron, Ohio area most of her life. Billy Jo enjoyed crossword puzzles, watching game shows and sewing. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Charlean Buesch; parents, Cecil and Vera (Franklin) Jackson. Billye Jo will be sadly missed by her children,...
Thom Lee Fleming Jr
Jun 14, 2022
It is with great sadness that the family of Thom "TJ" Lee Fleming Jr. 33 years old, announces that he tragically passed away Tuesday June 14th, 2022 from an aggressive form of leukemia. He was born on January 17, 1989, the son of Jody Lynn Fleming (nee Sleeth) of Akron and the late Thom Lee Fleming Sr.He attended Akron City...
Ethel Louise James
Jun 14, 2022
Ethel Louise James, 76, passed away peacefully at home on June 14th, 2022. Born in Akron, Ohio to George and Lillie Mae (Blaum) Johnson, she was a lifelong resident. She was a member of the Akron Free Will Baptist Church. Ethel was a very religious woman who enjoyed playing the piano, chatting with her Best Friend Pam Lakatos, and spending...
Betty Lee Ross
Jun 14, 2022
We share with heavy hearts that our mom, Betty Lee (Thomas) Ross, 88, passed away peacefully June 14, 2022, with her son by her side. Mom fell at home Tuesday, June 7th, and fractured her lower left leg, the same leg in the past two years that had a femur break and hip fracture. Mom also dealt with COVID from...
Charles Richard Witzky
Jun 14, 2022
Charles Richard "Charlie" Witzky, age 97 of Tallmadge passed away on Tuesday, June 14, 2022. He was born in Mansfield, OH on June 22, 1924, a son of the late A. H. and Mary {Davidson} Witzky.In addition to his parents, Charlie was preceded in death by his son David Witzky, brother Harold Witzky and sister Eleanor Lash.Charlie will always be...
Jennifer Renee Edwards
Jun 13, 2022
Jennifer Renee Edwards {Barker} received her angel wings on June 13, 2022.Jennifer was a 1993 graduate of North High School, attended the University of Akron where she met her husband Steve, and received her Associate Degree from the Akron Institute. She was employed at Signet Jewelers for 17+ years where many described her as a good friend and the "go...
Danny L. O'Brien
Jun 12, 2022
Danny L. O'Brien, 63, passed away peacefully June 12, 2022 after an extended illness. Born in Parkersburg, WV to Max and Evelyn (Flowers) O'Brien, he resided in the Norton, Ohio area most of his adult life. Danny was a 36 year member of AA, where he also mentored others. For many years he worked at the Akron Steam & Sauna....
Michael E. Hopkins
Jun 12, 2022
Michael E. Hopkins, 64, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2022 after an extended illness. Mike was born November 22, 1957 in Akron, Ohio and he attended Stow schools. He lived a quiet life and chose life's simple pleasures over earthly possessions. Mike had a love for rock and roll music, football and history. He could talk politics for hours....
Janet Lee Riley
Jun 11, 2022
Janet Lee Riley, 75, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2022, only 3 days after her birthday. Born in Akron, Ohio to Louis and Betty (Shumaker) Church, she was a lifelong area resident. She was a longtime member of Portage Lakes Community Church. Janet enjoyed cross stitching and she loved watching the Cleveland Guardians play baseball.In addition to her parents,...
Russell D. Hiles
Jun 10, 2022
Russell Hiles at the age of 85 walked into the embrace of his Savior's arms. He was born on February 20, 1937 and passed away on June 10, 2022. Russell proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. He retired after 30 dedicated years as a Mail Carrier for the U.S. Postal Services. He was a man of faith and...
Patricia A Hart
Jun 10, 2022
Patricia Ann (Johnson) Hart, age 75, lifelong resident of Akron, Ohio, passed away on June 10, 2022. She was born in Akron, Ohio on August 7, 1946 to the late Harold and Geraldine Johnson (Gooden). Pat was a woman of faith and was a member of the Oakhill Presbyterian Church in Ellet. She spent her life working as a bank...
Donna Lee (Dawson) Reish
Jun 10, 2022
Donna Lee (Dawson) Reish, 57, of Akron, passed away on June 10, 2022.She was born in Akron on January 18, 1965 to James Dawson Sr. and Nancy (Keller) Dawson. Donna attended Ellet High School. She spent most of her career as a cook at area restaurants, including Duffy's. She loved to cook in her free time as well and made...
Shane M Hammock
Jun 9, 2022
Shane M. Hammock, 43, of Uniontown passed away on June 9, 2022. He was born on August 21, 1978 in Akron, Ohio. Shane graduated from Hamrick Truck Driving School and went on to work for Dutch Maid Trucking. He absolutely loved being on the open road. He was a talented artist throughout his life, who enjoyed drawing and even dabbled...
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