Obituaries
Philip Lee Torson
May 26, 2021
Philip Lee Torson, 78, passed away Wednesday, May 26, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents Stephen and Dorothy (Ray); nephews Jeffery and Mark, niece Kimberly Carpenter. He is survived by his beloved wife Leslie (McMurray); sons, P. Aaron (Angela), Jared (Leigh); grandchildren Luke & Julia; brothers, Ken (Anita), Tim (Linda); great nephew & great niece, Christopher &...
William Fred Kester
May 26, 2021
William "Fred" Kester, age 91 of Akron passed away peacefully on Wednesday May 26, 2021. A lifelong resident of Akron, Fred was born to the late William and Hazel {Hadley} Kester.In addition to his parents, Fred was preceded in death by his loving wife, Rose. Fred is survived by his twin brother Willard (Frances) Kester; sister Mary Lou Millhoff; many...
Tammy L. Hayes
May 25, 2021
Tammy L. Hayes, 58, passed away May 25, 2021. Born in Akron, Ohio to Gordon and Margie (Strahin) Hayes, she was a lifelong area resident. Tammy greatly enjoyed her home, country music, gaming with friends and family get togethers. In addition to her parents, Tammy was preceded in death by daughter, Angie Chamberlain; grandmother, Wanda Strahin; sister, Tina Brooks. She...
Kay Ann Powell
May 25, 2021
Kay Ann (nee Spence) Powell, went home to be with the Lord, on May 25, 2021, unexpectedly. She was born in Clearfield, Pennsylvania on January 10, 1946 to Robert Alexander Spence and Mary Kathryn (nee Mellott) Spence.Her family moved to the Akron area while Kay was in elementary school. She met the love of her life, James Powell, while attending...
Mary A. Gibson
May 25, 2021
Mary A. Gibson, age 68 of Akron passed away at her home on Tuesday, May 25, 2021. She was born in Akron in April 16, 1953, the daughter of the late James Lucas and Betty {Hood} (Don) Szucs.Mary's legacy will live on in her children Donald (Becky) Gibson and Tammy (Jonathan) Belknap; 5 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren; brother James (Linda)...
Richard Curtis Andrews
May 24, 2021
Richard Curtis Andrews, 57, passed away May 24, 2021. He graduated from Stow High School and greatly enjoyed lottery scratch offs, playing bingo, watching the Indians and Browns as well as spending time with his family. Rich once appeared on Cash Explosion.Rich was preceded in death by his father, Jack, Sr.; brothers, Jack, Jr., David. He will be sadly missed...
William R. Reed
May 24, 2021
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Bryan Keith Betts
May 24, 2021
Bryan Keith Betts, 53 suddenly went home to be with the Lord May 24, 2021. He was born on December 16, 1967 in Akron, Ohio. He started working in the family business at the early age of 16 years old. After the passing of his late father David Betts, Sr. in November of 1999. Betts Trucking name changed to BIG...
Joann Irene Rapini
May 23, 2021
Joann Rapini (nee Tufexis), born on July 27, 1932 and died on May 23, 2021.My mom passed away last week. It is hard to lose a parent, but I guess everyone has to eventually. Being her youngest son of four, and the self-proclaimed favorite, it feels exceptionally painful. No more yard sales, no more big gardening projects that an 80...
Pamela D. Gindlesberger
May 23, 2021
Pamela D. Gindlesberger, age 68 of Dublin, Ohio, previously Canal Fulton, passed away on Sunday, May 23, 2021. She was born in Akron on July 23, 1952, the daughter of the late Thomas and Pearl "Becky" {Norris} Kent. In addition to her parents, Pam was preceded in death by her beloved aunt, Barb Kent.Pam was the light of her family's...
Doris Jean Federspiel
May 23, 2021
Doris Jean Federspiel (Mayhew), 75, went home to be with the Lord after passing peacefully on May 23, 2021. Funeral mass at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church. Contact the funeral home for times. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to the family in care of Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron, OH 44305.
Leonard D. Bowles
May 23, 2021
Leonard D. "Jack" Bowles, 83, passed away unexpectedly on the morning of May 23, 2021. Born in Nellis, WV to Orville and Thelma (Prickett) Bowles, he resided in Tallmadge, Ohio most of his adult life. He retired from Ford Motor Company after 43 years of service. Jack greatly enjoyed hunting, water skiing, boating, camping, motorcycles and most importantly, spending time...
Walter C. Massic
May 23, 2021
Walter C. Massic, "Walt", age 56 of Akron, Ohio, died unexpectedly on May 23, 2021 at Akron City Hospital. He was born on July 12, 1964 in Akron, the son of Rebecca (nee Edwards) (Edward) Massic Brand of Westerville, Ohio and the late Chester W. Massic. Walt was a 1982 graduate of Field High School. He was a carpet installer...
Sophia Arden Ciriac Wenger
May 22, 2021
Sophia Arden Ciriac Wenger was born with her spirit already ascended to heaven on May the 22nd, 2021. Her birth had been expected in the following week. The reasons for her passing are unknown, but what is known is that she is greatly loved and missed beyond measure. Every minute we spent with her was precious. She will forever be...
Scott Thomas Sandstrom
May 21, 2021
Scott Thomas Sandstrom, 43, passed away on May 21, 2021. Scott was born in Akron, Ohio and was a lifelong area resident of Tallmadge, Ohio. Scott loved his daughter Audrey and his cat Jimmy Jack! He enjoyed model planes and cars, studying the weather and watching documentaries about Big Foot!Scott was preceded in death by his brother, Erik Sandstrom. He...
Patricia Ann Speelman
May 20, 2021
Patricia A. "Pati" {Ochen} Speelman, age 61 of Bedford, passed away on Thursday, May 20, 2021, after a courageously fought battle with cancer. She was born in Garfield Heights on May 12, 1960 to the late Richard and Doris {Ollick} Ochen.In addition to her parents, Pati was preceded in death by her father-in-law Sherman Speelman.Pati's memory will always be cherished...
Tammy Lynn Rhodes
May 20, 2021
Tammy Lynn Rhodes, age 56 of Akron passed away on Thursday, May 20, 2021. A lifelong resident of Akron, Tammy was born to Harry and Phyllis {Perdue} Rhodes, Jr.She was preceded in death by her mother Phyllis, nieces Kaitlynn and Marissa, and Harry (Mary) Rhodes, Sr. Tammy's memory will always be cherished by her father Harry Rhodes; daughters Melynda (Robert)...
Lester F. Scherer, Jr.
May 19, 2021
Lester F. "Jake" Scherer, Jr., 78, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2021. Born in Roscoe, Ohio on October 23, 1942 to Lester and Mary (Hardesty) Scherer, he resided in the Akron area all of his adult life. Jake graduated from Roscoe High School and then joined the U. S. Army. He later worked in aircraft services at B. F....
Donald George Nye
May 18, 2021
Donald G. Nye passed peacefully into heaven, in the comfort of loving family, at home on May 18, 2021. Don was a lifelong resident of Akron. Don graduated from Akron East and then furthered his education at the University of Arizona and The University of Akron.Don began his working career in the Tax Map Department of the Summit County Engineers...
Joan J. Skoff-Fontana
May 17, 2021
Joan J. Skoff-Fontana, age 87 of Ravenna passed away on Monday, May 17, 2021. She was born in Akron on May 26, 1933, the daughter of the late James and Elsie {Huddlestone} Rodgers.In addition to her parents, Joan was preceded in death by her husbands Marvin Jones, William Urwin, Joseph Skoff and Thomas Fontana, her daughter Marvel {Urwin} Frye, and...
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