Obituaries
Thomas R. "Tom" Miller
Sep 18, 2025
Thomas Ray "Tom" Miller, age 68, of Akron, passed away on September 18, 2025 at Akron City Hospital. He was born on January 7, 1957 to Joseph and Peggy (Knee) Miller in Akron, Ohio. He graduated from Franklin Heights High School in 1975. After graduation, he enlisted in the United States Army. He was proud of his service and while...
Elmer Dewaine Britton
Sep 16, 2025
Elmer Dewaine Britton, 53 years old, died September 16, 2025.
Survived by mother, Charlene Britton, and Aunt Linda Klapp. Father, Dewaine Britton, and Aunt and Uncle Linda Sue and Joe Olenick and cousins Beth and Missy.
Preceded in death by the love of his life, Michelle McGhee.
Elmer had the best friends and was one to each of them.
He was an avid Pittsburgh...
Gary A. Few
Sep 16, 2025
Gary A. Few, 75, passed away peacefully September 16, 2025 with his wife by his side. Born in Akron, Ohio to Leonard and Ruth (Jenkins) Few, he was a lifelong area resident. He retired from working at Cleveland Hopkins Airport and later worked at WalMart for 17 years. Gary enjoyed repairing watches, tinkering in his workshop and spending time with...
Dennis R. Brunty
Sep 16, 2025
Dennis R. Brunty Sr., 86, went Home to be with his Lord on September 16, 2025 with family by his side. Born in Stone, KY to William and Emma (Baldwin) Brunty, he resided in Uniontown, OH most of his life. Dennis was a Veteran of the U. S. Navy and later retired from Rubber Associates. He was a member of...
Lacy Dean Weiss
Sep 16, 2025
Lacy Dean Weiss, 81, of Barberton, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his family on September 16, 2025. He was born in Ballard, WV on August 12, 1944 to the late George and Margaret {Helvey} Weiss.
In addition to his parents, Lacy was preceded in death by his son Jason Weiss, sisters Bernice (Shirley) Harris, Susan Ann Weiss and...
Robert C. "Bob" Miller
Sep 15, 2025
Robert C. "Bob" Miller, 75, passed away peacefully on September 15, 2025 after a brief illness. Born in Akron, Ohio to Clarence and Ruth (Beam) Miller, he was a lifelong area resident. Bob graduated from the University of Akron and later retired from the USPS after 30 years of service. He enjoyed music, sports, reading and spending time with his...
Paul R. Fedorovich Sr.
Sep 15, 2025
Paul R. Fedorovich Sr., known as “Rob” to many, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 15, 2025 surrounded by his son Paul and his sister Pandy.
Work was the centerpiece of Paul’s life, and he built a legacy as an Operating Engineer, earning the nickname “Bridge Paul” for his skill in operating heavy equipment and building bridges. He took pride in...
Rodger A. McKay
Sep 15, 2025
Rodger A. McKay, 70, of Randolph Township, passed away peacefully at home on September 15, 2025. He was born in Akron, Ohio on August 12, 1955 to Leonard and Virginia McKay.
Rodger graduated from Waterloo High School, class 1973. Upon graduating, Rodger joined the U.S. Navy and proudly served for six years.
He spent most of his career in maintenance, first at...
Shirley L. Hinkle
Sep 15, 2025
Shirley L. Hinkle, 92, of Akron, passed away on September 15, 2025. She was born in Akron on September 4, 1933 to the late John and Iva {Blankenship} Klimek.
In addition to her parents, Shirley was preceded in death by her beloved husband Thomas Hinkle, loving companion Joe Moye, and siblings Neal, Crystal and Joanne.
Shirley is survived by her loving children...
John David Brock
Sep 15, 2025
John David Brock, born on August 7, 1938, in Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on September 15, 2025, in his hometown. He lived a life dedicated to service and community, marked by a career that spanned many notable years as a policeman for the City of Akron and later as a corrections officer. His commitment to law enforcement was further...
Patricia S. Kurlich
Sep 14, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Patricia Sue Kurlich, 58 years old, of Akron, Ohio, who left us on September 14, 2025.
Patricia, lovingly known as Patti, received her BA in dietetics from the University of Akron; Patti worked for Cornwell Tools for ten years and Laspina Tool and Die, Inc., for seven years. Patti was devoted to her...
Paul C. Newman
Sep 14, 2025
Paul Craig Newman, 75, of Akron, passed away on September 14, 2025 at Hospice Care Center. He was born on May 11, 1950 to Wilfred and June (Bee) Newman in Akron, Ohio. He graduated from Green High School in 1968.
Paul worked for over 45 years at Ohio Fabricators Inc where he retired as President in 2015.
Paul is survived by his...
Ernest Quinney
Sep 14, 2025
Ernest Quinney, affectionately known to many as "Sonny," left this world on September 14, 2025, in Akron, Ohio, at the age of 88. Born on April 11, 1937, in Birmingham, Alabama, Ernest lived a life defined by hard work, devotion to family, and passion for sports.
A proud graduate of East High School in Akron, he garnered remarkable recognition as a...
John P. Hempstead
Sep 13, 2025
John P. Hempstead, age 49, of Cuyahoga Falls, went Home to his Heavenly Father on September 13, 2025. He was born in Youngstown, Ohio on October 14, 1975 to the late Frank and Anna Marie Hempstead. He graduated from Struthers High School before continuing his education at Youngstown State University where he earned his bachelor's degree in Graphic Design.
John truly...
Peter Crockett
Sep 13, 2025
Peter Crockett, 63, of Uniontown, went to be with Jesus on September 13, 2025 with his loving wife by his side. Peter was born on February 23, 1962 in Portland, Oregon to the late Bob and Elizabeth Crockett. He was very proud of being a fifth generation descendent of Davy Crockett.
After high school, Peter began his career as a long...
Mark Allen Hillyard
Sep 13, 2025
Mark Allen Hillyard, 70, of Tallmadge, passed away surrounded by his family at home on September 13, 2025. He was born on August 22, 1955 to the late Frank and Asuemania {Perolis} Hillyard.
In addition to his parents, Mark was preceded in death by his son Eric Hillyard and brother Dan Hillyard.
Mark is survived by his loving wife, Brenda; children Mark...
William J. "Bud" Grabbe
Sep 12, 2025
William J. "Bud" Grabbe, 84, passed away peacefully September 12, 2025 surrounded by his family. Born in Pittsburgh, PA, he resided in both Summit and Wayne County in Ohio. Bud was a U. S. Marine Corps Veteran, serving in Vietnam. He was Sergeant on the Wayne County Sheriff's Department as well as Chief of Police in Marshallville. He was a...
Paul S. Huffman
Sep 12, 2025
Paul S. Huffman, 83, of Akron, passed away on September 12, 2025. He was born in Wadsworth on February 17, 1942 to the late Murray and Dorothy {Shaub} Huffman.
In addition to his parents, Paul was preceded in death by Joyce Huffman and Maryann Huffman, and siblings Jack, Roy, Jerry, Mary, Sarah and Wayne.
Paul is survived by his loving daughter Tammy...
Andrea Tomaiko
Sep 12, 2025
After a miraculous 4-year-fight against Alzheimer’s and Dementia, Andrea “Andy” Tomaiko, 82, of Akron, Ohio, has passed away in her home the morning of Friday, September 12, 2025. She was surrounded by her son/primary caretaker, Chad Tomaiko, her granddaughter, Jada Romano, and daughter-in-law, Dustee. She also leaves behind her siblings. She will be reunited in the afterlife with her late...
Daynor Toris James-Harris
Sep 11, 2025
Daynor T. James-Harris was born to the late Angie {Johnson} and Earl Hawkins in Cleveland, Ohio on December 30, 1946. She attended Cleveland Public Schools and married after high school. This union resulted in the birth of three children. She married Fred O. Harris on December 23rd, 1993, and gained two more children.
Both Daynor and Fred enjoyed traveling, both near...
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