Obituaries
Ronald Keith Frasher
Jul 24, 2022
Ronald Keith (Ron) Frasher, 87, passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 24, 2022. He was a graduate of Garfield High School (1953) and The University of Akron. A veteran of the U.S. Army, he lived in Brimfield, Ohio for 51 years. He was active with the Brimfield Athletic Association for decades as both a coach and an umpire....
Brian Neil Shuster
Jul 23, 2022
Brian N. Shuster, age 71 passed away on Saturday, July 23, 2022. A lifelong resident of Akron, Brian was born on November 17, 1950 to Harold and the late Virginia {Brooks} Shuster.In addition to his mother, Brian was preceded in death by his wife Theresa Shuster.Brian is survived by his father Harold; daughters Tracy Shuster and Janine (Tom) Frederick; son...
Lawrence Junior Adams
Jul 23, 2022
Lawrence Junior Adams, "Uncle Jake or Larry", age 93, of Brimfield, Ohio, died on July 23, 2022. He was born on March 24, 1929 in Akron, the son of the late Lawrence L. and Donna Marie (nee Honeycutt) Adams. Larry grew up in Akron and when he was 15 years of age he moved, with his parents, to the farm...
Maurice Taylor
Jul 23, 2022
Maurice Taylor (affectionately known as "Moe") was born in Cleveland, Ohio, on October 3, 1966, to the late Matthew and Marcella Taylor. Maurice passed away on Saturday, July 23, 2022, after a brief battle with cancer at the age of 55, with his family by his bedside. Maurice accepted Christ at an early age at Greater New Calvary Baptist Church...
Melissa Lynn Burrell Vani
Jul 22, 2022
In Loving Memory of Melissa Lynn Burrell Vani 1986-2022A year ago, Melissa Lynn Burrell Vani, 35, entered into the arms of God on Friday, July 22, 2022 due to a motorcycle accident. Born September 26, 1986 to Becky (Burrell) Jackson and the late James Burrell. Melissa's children, Kerra, Caden, and Steven have always been her pride and joy and will...
John Richard Barber
Jul 22, 2022
John R. Barber, 65 years old, passed away unexpectedly July 22, 2022. He was born December 4, 1956 in Akron, Ohio to his parents Hobert and Hazel {Thrasher} Barber. John was preceded in death by both of his parents.John lived his young life years in Goodyear Heights, and then became a student and resident of Tallmadge. Recently, he moved to...
Helen M Breedlove
Jul 22, 2022
Helen M. Breedlove, 89, passed away on July 22, 2022, She was born on May 29, 1933 the daughter of the late William and Gernie Oles. Helen retired from Acme after 15 years of dedicated service. She was an avid reader and enjoyed old westerns. Helen was a huge John Wayne fan. She had many achievements but her greatest love...
Gerald M. Sikora
Jul 22, 2022
Gerald M. Sikora "Jerry", 79, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on July 22, 2022. Jerry was born in Akron on December 13, 1942 to the late Al and Mary Sikora. He retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber in 1998 after over 30 years of service.Jerry had many loves, including sports and the outdoors. In younger years he enjoyed coaching his...
Savannah H. Montgomery
Jul 21, 2022
Savannah H. Montgomery, 23, passed away unexpectedly July 21, 2022. Born in Akron, Ohio on January 9, 1999, she was a lifelong area resident. She greatly enjoyed listening to music, going on long drives, going to the beach with her grandma and spending time with her family.She was preceded in death by her mother, Shelly Montgomery; grandmother, Karen Wood. Savannah...
Richard G. Esque Sr.
Jul 20, 2022
Richard G. Esque Sr., 78, passed away on July 20, 2022. He was born on October 30, 1943 the son of the late Benjamin and Myrlie Esque. He retired after38 years of dedicated service from St. Gobian. He enjoyed camping and traveling with his family and friends. He will be greatly missed and known for his quick smile, sense of...
Joann Keener
Jul 20, 2022
Joann Keener, age 80 of Akron passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, July 20, 2022. A lifelong resident of Akron, Joann was born on December 4, 1941 to the late Jessie McLaughlin.Joann will always be loved and dearly missed by her husband of 59 years, Gene; children Cyndie, Todd (Sherri) and Susie (John); grandchildren Jeff, Rachel, Taylor, Morgan...
Kathy K. Vannatten
Jul 20, 2022
Kathy K. VanNatten, 71, passed away on July 20, 2022 surrounded by her family. She was born on November 10, 1950 the daughter of the late Raymond and Edna Ketchum. Kathy was an avid Pittsburg Steelers Fan She always enjoyed and looked forward to time spent with her family, especially traveling and the famous family Bonfires. Her children and grandchildren...
Aaron Raymond Propst
Jul 19, 2022
Aaron Raymond Propst, age 40, of Stow, Ohio, was called home on July 19, 2022 after a fiercely fought battle with cancer. Aaron was born in Akron, Ohio on June 27, 1982 to parents Robert and Mary (nee Ogle) Propst. He grew up in Boston Heights, Ohio helping his Grandpa Propst work in his antique shop and go to auctions.Aaron...
Katherine Cummings
Jul 19, 2022
Katherine Cummings, age 99, went Home to be with the Lord July 19, 2022.Kate was born and raised in Boston Township, OH. She loved cooking for family and friends, making quilts and sewing. She retired from Hale Farm as head seamstress.She was preceded in death by her husband, Albert; son, Rodney Sheeler; daughter, Karen Wells. She is survived and will...
Eugene Albert Molnar Jr.
Jul 19, 2022
Eugene Molnar Jr went to join his son Eugene W. at the great racetrack in the sky. He is survived by his daughters, Patricia (Glenn), Pamela (Kelly) and Katie (Eric); his mother, Joanne; and his brother, Joseph. He has many grandchildren and great-grandchildren and his nieces, Rachel and Sarah. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, August 7,...
Rick Parsons
Jul 18, 2022
Rick Parsons, age 73 of Copley Township passed away on Monday, July 18, 2022. He was born in Akron on April 19, 1949, a son of the late Malcolm and Geneva {Grubb} Parsons. In addition to his parents, Rick was preceded in death by his sister Dawn Elaine Parsons, brother Dean Malcolm Parsons, kitties Skeeter and Mugsy, and beloved pup...
Keith A Averitt
Jul 17, 2022
Keith A. Averitt, 25, passed away on July 17, 2022 after losing his battle with drug addiction. He was born on March 21, 1997 to Renee Averitt.Keith was a very caring and thoughtful son. He loved animals, the outdoors, video games, and spending time with family and friends. He is preceded in death by his beloved Aunt Alice and Cesar...
Margaret Luella Bower
Jul 17, 2022
Margaret Luella "Peggy" Bower, age 71 of Kent passed away on Sunday, July 17, 2022. She was born on December 26, 1950, the daughter of the late Clyde and Marilyn {Coulson} Rhodes.In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister Colleen Rhodes. Peggy will always be loved by her husband of 30 years, Paul Bower; daughter...
James "Jim" Smith
Jul 16, 2022
James "Jim" "Smitty" Smith, age 76 of Mogadore left this world on Saturday, July 16, 2022. He was born in Akron on November 8, 1945, the son of the late Francis and Beatrice {Swanson} Smith.In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his brother Bruce Smith.Jim suffered several years from dementia. He will always be loved by...
Shirley Ann Householder
Jul 16, 2022
Shirley Ann Householder, 86, passed away July 16, 2022 after a brief illness. Born in Roseville, Ohio to Stanley and Jeanette (Longstreth) Hoover, she resided in the Akron/Mogadore area her entire adult life. Shirley greatly enjoyed bingo, slot machines, sewing, working in her yard and spending time with her family.In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by...
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