Obituaries

Deborah Sue Weitzel

Deborah Sue Weitzel

Nov 7, 2024

Deborah Sue Weitzel, 74, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on November 7, 2024. She was born on September 29, 1950 to the late Dale and Pauline Weitzel. 

In addition to her parents, Deborah was preceded in death by her brother David Weitzel. 

Deborah is survived by her loving children Wade "Eric" (Libby) McFarland, Lara (Ronny) Perkins, Chad (Ruth) McFarland, Seth (Wendy) McFarland,...

Loyetta Jean Roach

Loyetta Jean Roach

Nov 7, 2024

Loyetta Jean Roach, 82, of Akron, passed away at her home after a 10-year battle with Alzheimer's on November 7, 2024. She was born on June 4, 1942 to Betty Wolgamott, who passed away when Loyetta was 2 years old, and Lloyd (Rosella) Mobley, who loved and raised her. 

Loyetta was preceded in death by her parents and grandson Robert Dye.

Loyetta...

Dianne S. Shambaugh

Dianne S. Shambaugh

Nov 6, 2024

Dianne Lenhart Shambaugh, 82, passed away on November 6, 2024, in Akron, OH. Born on October 24, 1942, to Lucille and Dean Lenhart, Dianne was a beacon of joy with a great love of life.

Dianne graduated from Ellet High School and dedicated her entire career to the City of Akron Welfare Department. Known for her cheerful spirit and loving nature,...

Glen N. Biles

Glen N. Biles

Nov 6, 2024

Glen N. Biles, 68, passed away unexpectedly at home November 6, 2024. Born in Ravenna, Ohio to Bob and Shirley (Viebranz) Biles, he resided in Portage County most of his life. Glen retired from Advanced Auto Glass with over 20 years of service. He was a practical jokester who enjoyed music, motorcycles, and spending time with his family. He also...

James "Jim" D. McGee

James "Jim" D. McGee

Nov 6, 2024

James "Jim" Daniel McGee, 78, of Tallmadge, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2024. He was born on July 13, 1946, in Akron, Ohio, to the late Clayton and Adith McGee.

Jim graduated from Ravenna High School in Ravenna, Ohio, in 1964. He proudly served in the Ohio National Guard for six years. Jim worked at the Ravenna Army Ammunition Plant...

Darrell Ray LaRue

Darrell Ray LaRue

Nov 4, 2024

Darrell Ray LaRue, age 65, passed away on November 4, 2024. He was born in France on August 18, 1959 to Fred and Patsy LaRue. He served in the U.S. Army as a medic specialist. He was employed with the Record Currier for 4 years. Prior to the Record Currier, he did maintenance, transportation escort, and owned J&R mobile home...

Everett E. "Ed" Feathers

Everett E. "Ed" Feathers

Nov 3, 2024

Everett E. "Ed' Feathers, 72, passed away unexpectedly at home on November 3, 2024. Born in Akron, Ohio to Ed and Patty (Sypolt) Feathers, he was a lifelong area resident. He worked in the family business, E. E. Feathers & Sons, for 54 years. Ed was a lifetime member of the First Apostolic Church in Tallmadge. More recently he enjoyed...

Jacqueline Ferguson

Jacqueline Ferguson

Nov 3, 2024

Jacqueline (Jackie) Ferguson (née Turner), 87, entered into her eternal life in heaven on November 3, 2024. Her home going was peaceful with her daughter Debbie by her side. 

She was born in Morganton, Georgia on March 29, 1937 to the late Arthur and Ruby Turner. At age 4, Jackie joined her family in a move to Akron. There she attended...

Janet Marie Hoover

Janet Marie Hoover

Nov 3, 2024

Janet Marie Hoover, age 76, of Akron, passed away on November 3, 2024 in the comfort of her home with her family by her side. She was born in Tucson, Arizona on September 24, 1948 to the late Earl and Nina Marie (Dodd) Williams. She worked for Akron Public Schools for 25 years specializing with special needs children and cared...

Robert B. "Bob" Roe

Robert B. "Bob" Roe

Nov 3, 2024

Robert B. "Bob" Roe, 83, of Kent, passed away Sunday, November 3, 2024 with his loving daughter by his side. He was born May 26, 1941 to the late Elwood and Bettie Roe (nee Bevington). 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Lorraine in 2014, sisters Carole Rawson and Linda Taylor, and brother-in-law Homer...

Debbie Marie Williams

Debbie Marie Williams

Nov 2, 2024

Debbie M. Williams {Park}, 64, of Akron peacefully joined the Lord in Akron on November 2, 2024. Debbie was born in Akron, OH on January 28, 1960 to Helen and John Park. She attended Ellet High School. 

Debbie was a dedicated wife and mother. She took pride in her home and she loved to work in her garden. She enjoyed being...

June Hicks

June Hicks

Nov 2, 2024

June Hicks, 85, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on November 2nd, 2024. She is now rejoicing in heaven. She was born in Rome, Georgia to David and Norma Nichols. She moved to Ohio as a young girl and graduated from Akron South High School in 1957. She met Jerry, the love of her life shortly after....

Carolyn Sue McCardle

Carolyn Sue McCardle

Nov 1, 2024

Carolyn Sue McCardle (Joseph)

Our beloved Carolyn passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loved ones. 

She was a proud lifelong member of the Orioles Nest 167. She was also a past Supreme President, a title she held very dear to her heart. Carolyn made many lifelong friends and memories in the Club.

She was a treasured daughter, sister, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She...

Danny Leroy Manes

Danny Leroy Manes

Nov 1, 2024

Danny Manes, age 67, of Stow, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2024 at Arbors at Stow. He was born on October 8, 1957 in Akron, Ohio.

Danny worked as a Union Roofer for many years before his retirement. He enjoyed being in nature and hunting in his free time.

Danny is survived by his one and only son, David Recklaw; loving...

Myrna Gae Marple

Myrna Gae Marple

Nov 1, 2024

Myrna G. Marple, age 89, of Akron, passed away on Friday November 1, 2024. She was born on October 31, 1935 in Akron, OH to the late Ruby M. (Schartiger) and Charles W. Marple Jr. Myrna worked in housekeeping for Akron General Hospital. 

She is survived by family and friends.

A Requiem Latin Mass will be held on Wednesday, November 6, 2024,...

James Patrick "Pat" Lowe

James Patrick "Pat" Lowe

Oct 31, 2024

James Patrick 'Pat' Lowe, age 89, of Akron, Ohio was reunited with his beloved wife, Lula, on October 31, 2024. James was born on June 11, 1935 in Cairo, West Virginia.

James is preceded in death by the love of his life, his wife, Lula, his cherished granddaughter, Christy Lipscomb, his daughter-in-law, Jan Lowe, his parents Charles and Garnet Lowe, and...

Paul E. Wilson

Paul E. Wilson

Oct 31, 2024

Paul E Wilson II ( Butch) , 78, of Coventry, passed away October 31, 2024 at Pleasant View Healthcare Center after a long battle with Parkinson's Disease and COPD. 

Paul was born on July 22, 1946 in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania to Paul and Wilda Wilson. A 1965 graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School, Paul went on to be a boiler worker for...

Margaret Mary Ann Cummings

Margaret Mary Ann Cummings

Oct 31, 2024

Margaret Mary Ann Cummings, age 70, of Tallmadge, peacefully passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2024. She was born on February 6, 1954 to the late Richard and Delores (Doyle) Swigert. She was a lifelong resident of Akron, graduating from Central Howard High School in 1973 where she was a majorette and editor of the school newspaper. 

A strong and joyous...

George Dawson Bond Jr.

George Dawson Bond Jr.

Oct 30, 2024

George Dawson Bond Jr. (Buddy), 74 , passed away suddenly on October 30, 2024. He was born in Akron on September 3, 1950, to the late George and Pauline Bond. George was a 1969 graduate of Manchester High School. A lifelong resident of the Portage Lakes area, George was retired from Myers Tire Supply and worked for companies Goodyear Tire,...

Nancy Elizabeth Parmer

Nancy Elizabeth Parmer

Oct 27, 2024

Nancy Parmer, 77, of Akron, passed away on October 27, 2024.

Nancy was born on August 11, 1947, to the late Ralph and Lutherine (Johnson) Posey in Akron, Ohio, where she grew up with her siblings, Rachelle Posey (deceased), Elaine Carter (deceased), Catherine Dennis, Patricia Cox, Germaine Christian (deceased), Richard Posey, and David Posey. She graduated from Central High School in...

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