Obituaries
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...
Thornington James Moon Iii
May 16, 2021
Thornington James Moon III, "Rev Jim" or "Jimmy", age 51 of Akron, Ohio died unexpectedly on May 16, 2021.He was born on December 3, 1969 in Akron, the son of Thornington Moon Jr, with whom he lived, and Margaret (nee Trego) (Ron) Whitecotton of Tallmadge. Jimmy worked at GoJo since 2015 as a supervisor. He enjoyed riding his Harley, loved...
Linda Lou Miller
May 16, 2021
Linda Lou Miller, age 73 of Akron, Ohio, died on May 16, 2021 at her home.
She was born on May 29, 1947 in Akron, the daughter of the late Salvatore and Christine (nee Genovese) Laurenti.
Linda had a fantastic relationship with God and her church and she is celebrating with Jesus. She was very involved with Royal Rangers with First Assembly...
Gerald D. Thompson Jr
May 15, 2021
Gerald "Butch" D. Thompson Jr., unexpectedly passed away May 15, 2021. Butch was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on March 8, 1961.Prior to living in Ellet, Butch grew up in Cuyahoga Falls. He received his Associate's degree from LCCC and volunteered for many years with the VVA.Butch is preceded in death by his father, Gerald D. Thompson Sr., and two sisters,...
Fred Prince Sr.
May 14, 2021
Fred Prince Sr. was called home to be with the Lord on Friday, May 14, 2021. He was born July 30, 1936 in Tuscaloosa, AL to the late Ostalia Prince Sr. and Gertrude Prince. Fred married the love of his life Mary Joyce and they shared 58 long years together. To this union 8 beautiful children were born. He retired...
Kelly Ann Bors
May 13, 2021
Kelly Ann Bors, 52, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on May 13, 2021. Kelly was a wonderful mother, daughter, sister, and aunt and will be missed by all who knew her. She took great pride in her home and had a knack for decorating. In her free time, she enjoyed music, movies, and thrifting. She also...
Charlotte "Sue" Ihasz
May 13, 2021
Charlotte "Sue" Ihasz, 69, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on May 13, 2021. Sue was born in Frostburg, Maryland on October 15, 1951 to the late Henry and Sarah Jane Jones. Sue worked hard her entire life, dedicating herself to a career in food service at various Cuyahoga Falls restaurants. She spent over twenty years at Big Boy's Restaurant and...
Donna Raye Latta
May 13, 2021
Donna Latta, age 69 of Columbus passed away on Thursday, May 13, 2021 at home, with her daughter by her side. She was born in Buckhannon, WV on June 15, 1951, the daughter of the late Glenn and Mary {Compton} Woody.In addition to her parents, Donna was preceded in death by her husband, Chris, her sister, Della Wireman, and her...
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