Obituaries
Vacion Gile Murray
Aug 22, 2025
Vacion G. Murray, 69, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2025. Born in the Philippines, she later made the United States her home and was proud to become a U.S. citizen. Vacion loved soap operas, playing the lottery, tending her garden, and sharing laughter with her family. She will be remembered for her warm spirit, resilience, and...
Michael Coe Sturm
Aug 21, 2025
With deep sorrow our family announces the passing of Michael Coe Sturm, age 69, who courageously battled metastatic cancer and passed away on August 21st, 2025. He was born on July 23rd, 1956, and raised in Cuyahoga Falls, later residing in Akron.
Michael is a beloved son of the late Coe and Elizabeth Sturm, a devoted and proud father to Ryan...
Katherine Ann "Kathy" Johnson
Aug 21, 2025
Katherine Ann "Kathy" Johnson, age 75, of Akron, passed away on August 21, 2025 at Akron General Hospital.
She leaves her loving husband, John; son, Buddy; her two precious grandsons, Landen and Luke; her sisters, Debi and Patty; brothers and sisters-in-law, George, Jim and Art (Penny); as well as many nieces and nephews.
Per Kathy's request, there will not be any calling...
Helen Elizabeth Gooden
Aug 20, 2025
Helen E. Gooden, 92, of Akron, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by family on Wednesday, August 20, 2025. She was born on June 19, 1933 to the late David and Kate {Birrell} Keddie.
In addition to her parents, Helen is preceded in death by her husband Thomas L. Gooden, siblings May, Colin, Jean and Rina, grandchildren Christopher Sears and...
Craig J. Blair
Aug 20, 2025
Craig Joseph Blair December 8, 1961 – August 20, 2025
Craig Joseph Blair, 63, of Uniontown, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on August 20, 2025, surrounded by love. Born on December 8, 1961, in Akron, Ohio, Craig lived a life defined by hard work, humility, and a steadfast devotion to family, friends, and faith.
Upon Craig’s journey through life, he was...
Jack W. Dzuro
Aug 20, 2025
IN LOVING MEMORY
Jack W. Dzuro, age 91, of Green, Ohio, went home to his Heavenly Father on August 20, 2025, after a long illness. Born in 1934 and raised in Akron, he lived a life grounded in faith, service, and compassion. A devoted member of Arlington Nazarene Church, he found great joy over decades in teaching Sunday school. To him,...
Dustin Michael Sees
Aug 19, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dustin Michael Sees, 41, on August 19, 2025 (February 24, 1984 - August 19, 2025). He will be deeply missed by his family and all who knew him.
Though Dustin left this world too soon, his memory will live on in our hearts. He had a profound impact on everyone...
Brian Scott Tenney
Aug 19, 2025
Brian Scott Tenney, 40, passed away unexpectedly on August 19, 2025. Born in Akron, Ohio to Jerry and Nina (Hatfield) Tenney, he was a lifelong area resident. Brian enjoyed watching Cleveland sports, motorcycling, helping others in need and spending time with his family and friends.
Brian will be sadly missed by his children, Dovovan Tenney, Alexa Tenney, Jackson Tenney; parents, Jerry...
Dawn E. (Poling) Sheppard
Aug 18, 2025
Dawn E. (Poling) Sheppard, a beloved member of her community, passed away peacefully in Akron, Ohio, on August 18, 2025, at the age of 64. Born on November 12, 1960, in Akron, she was a gentle soul who dedicated her life to nurturing her family, including lovingly caring for her mother during her later years.
Dawn will be cherished in the...
Kathy N. Satterfield
Aug 18, 2025
Kathy N. Satterfield, 81, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on August 18, 2025. She was born on September 24, 1943 of Akron, Ohio. She worked for many car dealers but especially many years for Spitzer Chevy in Northfield and retired from Marhoffer. She had many achievements but her greatest was her love of her family.
She was preceded in death by...
Steven A. "Steve" Boettler
Aug 18, 2025
Steven A. “Steve” Boettler, 59, of Springfield Township, passed away peacefully at home on August 18, 2025, with his family by his side, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was just a few weeks shy of his 60th birthday.
Steve was born on August 31, 1965, in Canton, Ohio, to David Boettler, Sr. and Vernice (Leighty) Boettler. He was a...
George T. Papp
Aug 18, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, and grandfather on Monday, August 18, 2025 after his courageous battle with colon cancer. Whenever George was asked how he was feeling, or was he in pain, his reply was always "I'm fine."
George was preceded in death by parents John and Mary Papp; brother and...
Trent Jeremy Sanchez
Aug 17, 2025
Trent Jeremy Sanchez, 19, of Akron, went to Heaven alongside his brother, Austin Labbe on August 17, 2025. Known as "Tea-Rent" to his family, he was born on March 27, 2006 to the late Jeremy Sanchez and Tanya {Chisnell} Labbe. He grew up in Tallmadge, Ohio and graduated from Manchester High School in 2024. Although he just started working at...
Austin Vincent Labbe
Aug 17, 2025
Austin Vincent Labbe, 22, of Akron, went to Heaven alongside his brother, Trent Sanchez on August 17, 2025. Known as "Mini Me" to his family, he was born on September 15, 2002 in Akron to Vincent Labbe and Tanya {Chisnell} Labbe. He grew up in Tallmadge, Ohio and graduated from Manchester High School in 2021. While in school, he worked...
Gary J. Smith
Aug 17, 2025
Gary J Smith, 84, passed August 17, 2025, early am.
He is preceded in death by his parents, George & Glenna Smith, son, Gary Jr., 2 sisters, and 2 brothers. Gary is survived by his wife, J. Lorrie Smith, children and grandchildren, 2 brothers and 3 sisters.
Gary was an 18 yr US Army Veteran and retired Dept. of Florida Corrections Officer.
He...
Michael Yovanovich
Aug 16, 2025
Michael Alexander Yovanovich, a vibrant and free-spirited human being passed away in his sleep on August 16th, 2025, in Horseshoe Bend, Arkansas. He was born on April 15th, 1968, in Akron, Ohio, to Michael Yovanovich and Kathleen Barnett.
A proud graduate of North Canton Hoover High School, Michael found his calling in the culinary arts, establishing himself as a talented and...
Richard Michael Murphy
Aug 16, 2025
Richard Michael Murphy, 84, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on August 16, 2025 at Falls Village Retirement Community. Richard was born in Akron, Ohio on June 28, 1941 to the late Charles and Anna {Lane} Murphy. He graduated from Ellet High School in 1960 and married his high school sweetheart, Connie Bousher in 1961. They had...
Donald W. "Donnie" Calaway
Aug 16, 2025
Donald W. "Donnie" Calaway, age 55, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away unexpectedly on August 16, 2025 at Western Reserve Hospital.
He was born on August 4, 1970 to Donald T. and Eileen Calaway in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio.
On September 10, 1994, he married Alicia Calaway (Hayes). Donnie and Alicia lived in the Cuyahoga Falls area for over 30 years together.
He was a...
William Lee "Bill" Miller
Aug 15, 2025
William Lee “Bill” Miller, age 73, of New Franklin, passed away in his childhood home on August 15, 2025. He was born on October 17, 1951, to the late William C. Miller and Maisie Lee (Wix) Miller in Akron, Ohio. Bill grew up in Manchester and attended Manchester schools, graduating in 1969 before continuing his education at Kent State University.
A...
Kristine Ann Woodcock
Aug 15, 2025
Kristine Ann Woodcock, 61, of Norton, went home to be with the Lord on August 15, 2025 with her family by her side. She was born in Akron, Ohio on November 7, 1963, the daughter of James and Barbara McDivitt.
Kristine attended St. Matthew's School from kindergarten through eighth grade before graduating from Ellet High School. She spent her career in...
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