Obituaries
Leonard Paul Borrelli
May 29, 2021
Leonard P. Borrelli, age 75 passed away on May 29, 2021, with his beloved wife Sandra L. Borrelli, age 73, joining him in Heaven on Saturday, June 12, 2021. Both born in Akron, and longtime residents of Mogadore, Leonard was born on February 11, 1946, and Sandra on May 2, 1948. They were preceded in death by Leonard's parents Carmen...
Donald A. Dexter
May 29, 2021
Donald A. Dexter, 90, of Akron, passed away on May 29, 2021. Don was born in Akron on August 28, 1930 to the late Leon and Ethel Dexter. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict. After returning from the service, Don joined the Akron Police Department. In 1963, he went to St. Louis, MO to learn...
Nicholas Scott Kirkpatrick
May 29, 2021
Nicholas Scott Kirkpatrick, age 32 of Akron passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 29, 2021. A lifelong resident of Akron, Nicholas was born on June 5, 1988 to Jeffrey Kirkpatrick and Linda {Byard} Kirkpatrick. Godfather David Spitzer.Nicholas and his Dad loved working side by side everyday in the business they created as partners and best friends Kirkpatrick Construction. Nicholas climbed...
James Jackson Jr.
May 28, 2021
James Jackson Jr., 77, born on August 31, 1943 in Greene County, Alabama, passed away on May 28, 2021 in Akron, Ohio. He was a loving husband who loved fishing and was also a master mechanic. He is survived by his wife of 23 years, Myra Jackson. He also leaves his children, Kelley (Gavin) Duncanson, Karla (Merle) McJunkin, Dante (LaVerne)...
Jennie Morris (Seiler, Unger)
May 28, 2021
Jennie Morris, 85, of Akron, passed away on Friday, May 28, 2021. She will be missed by all who knew her, including many who will remember her from her years of managing, and later owning, Art's Place on Waterloo Rd. She loved crocheting from an early age, and her countless creations will forever be a reminder of the beautiful person...
Charlene Sue Kibby
May 28, 2021
Charlene Kibby, 68, passed away on May 28, 2021. Charlene graduated from East High School in 1971 and The University of Akron with a Masters in Education. She retired from Lake Local Schools after 32 years as a second grade teacher. She is survived by her father, Eugene Kibby; siblings, Becky (Jim) Ferrell and Gene (Laura) Kibby; nieces and nephews,...
Mary "Mimi" Lee
May 27, 2021
Mary Anne "Mimi" Lee, 92, died May 27, 2021. She was born June 27, 1928 in Buffalo, New York to the late Herbert and Anne (Lundy) Lee. She was a graduate of St. Mary High School and retired from Burkhardt Consolidated Co. as a bookkeeper. Mimi was a long-time active member of Saints Philip and James in Canal Fulton where...
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...
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