Obituaries

Shannon A. Zuccaro

Shannon A. Zuccaro

Sep 10, 2019

An amazing wife, daughter, sister, aunt, niece, cousin and friend, Shannon A. Zuccaro, passed away September 10, 2019. Born September 1, 1956, in Levittown, Pennsylvania, to Robert F. and Bonnie A. Fox, she moved to Akron, Ohio, with her family in 1967 after stops in Pottstown, York and Allentown, Pennsylvania and Chillicothe, Ohio. Shannon graduated in 1974 from Ellet High...

Betty L. Carlson

Betty L. Carlson

Sep 9, 2019

Betty L. Carlson was born March 31, 1928 and passed away September 9, 2019 at Pleasant View Health Care Center.She worked and volunteered for many years at area hospitals. She enjoyed shopping, crafts and spending time with her family.Betty is survived by sons, William, Jr., Roger (Gayle), Gary (Lori) and 8 grandchildren.Cremation has taken place and there will be no...

Heather Dawn Balthis

Heather Dawn Balthis

Sep 9, 2019

Heather Dawn Balthis, 36, went home with the Angels on Monday, September 9, 2019 at Cleveland Clinic Akron General, surrounded by family and friends. She was a 2005 Graduate from Stow-Munroe Falls High School. She was enrolled at Individual Outcomes, LLC. Heather is preceded in death by her grandmother, Pam Cleveland. She is survived by her mother, Tammy (William) Tate,...

Steven Wesley Peasley

Steven Wesley Peasley

Sep 9, 2019

Steven W. "Steve" Peasley, 65, of Kent passed away on Monday, September 9, 2019 at his home. He was born on August 11, 1954 in Cadillac, MI to Donald E. and Ida A {Hoggard} Peasley. Preceding Steven in death were his son Josh, sister Patty, and father. Steven is survived by his loving wife, Rosa; children Michelle, Steve Jr., and...

Glenda Marie Lauro

Glenda Marie Lauro

Sep 8, 2019

On September 8, 2019, Glenda Marie Lauro went home to be with the Lord. She was 64 years old. Born March 30, 1955, she was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Jane Moore; father, Harold Hamrick; and brothers, William and Eugene Hamrick. Glenda is survived by her 5 children: sons, Keith and Ricky (Aimee), and daughters, Maria (Francisco), Stephanie...

Zella M. Meyers

Zella M. Meyers

Sep 8, 2019

Zella M. Meyers (nee Glass), 93, of Tallmadge, OH, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, September 8, 2019 surrounded by her family and loved ones. She was born to parents Wilfred and Florence Glass on September 19, 1925 in Nanty Glo, PA.Zella was the light to so many, both personal and professional. She was loved and respected by all...

Douglas James Marketich

Douglas James Marketich

Sep 6, 2019

Douglas James Marketich, "Doug", age 53 of Tallmadge, Ohio, died on September 6, 2019 at his home. He was born on March 5, 1966 in New Castle, Pennsylvania, the son of Eugene (Judy) Marketich of New Castle and Joyce (nee Platt) (Bill) Tomer of Akron. Doug was a 1984 graduate of Kenmore High School. He was a member of the...

Richard Earl Gowin

Richard Earl Gowin

Sep 6, 2019

Richard "Rick" E. Gowin, 61, of Akron passed away on Friday, September 6, 2019. He was born January 11, 1958, in Akron, and was raised in Cuyahoga Falls. Rick worked for King Apartments in Akron. He liked working on cars or anything mechanical. He would always lend a helping hand to anyone in need. He is preceded in death by...

Renee Blazsik

Renee Blazsik

Sep 6, 2019

Renee Blazsik, 59, lost her battle with cancer on September 6, 2019. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who enjoyed spending time with her family, crafting, boating and taking family vacations. Renee was preceded in death by her parents, John Ralph and Dorothy Mae Morris. She is survived by her loving husband of 37 years, John; children, Sandy...

Bruce G. Deger

Bruce G. Deger

Sep 6, 2019

Bruce G. Deger, 71, passed away on September 6, 2019 surrounded by loved ones. He loved to travel, was a music enthusiast and enjoyed blimps. Bruce was employed in the newspaper industry for most of his career. He was preceded in death by parents, George W. and Ann A. Deger; and sister, Becky Deger. Bruce is survived by sister, Shannon...

Jaqueline J. Bond

Jaqueline J. Bond

Sep 6, 2019

Jacqueline J. "Jackie" Bond, daughter of Elmer and Helen Huth, passed into her heavenly home on September 6, 2019. She was an avid reader and had a passion for flowers. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Bond, sons David and Donny Bond. Left to cherish her memory is her son, Daniel (Sue) Bond, and daughter Cheryl (Matt)...

Anthony Dale Thompson

Anthony Dale Thompson

Sep 6, 2019

Anthony Dale Thompson "Tony" "Thumper", 58, of Tallmadge, passed away on September 6, 2019. Tony was born in Akron on March 4, 1961 to the late Robert and Dorothy Thompson. He graduated from Tallmadge High School in 1979. He was employed in the IT Department at Carter Lumber for over 10 years. Tony loved music and attending concerts. He had...

Nancy Chitty

Nancy Chitty

Sep 5, 2019

Nancy Chitty, 84, passed away September 5, 2019. Born in Robertsdale, PA., she was an area resident most of her life. Preceded in death by her parents, Virgil and Rachel Moore and daugher in-law, Terri Chitty, she is survived by her husband of 56 years, George; daughter, Shelly of Akron; son, Terry/Beth and grandson, Scott of Uniontown. She was a...

Shelia D. Coon

Shelia D. Coon

Sep 5, 2019

Shelia D. Coon, 49, passed away on September 5, 2019. Born in Washington, DC she had resided in the Akron area the past 20 years. Shelia lived an adventurous life that was full of spontaneity, loved the outdoors, enjoyed coloring vibrant pictures, cooking for others and loved her grandkids.Preceded in death by mother, Glenna; infant son, Zachary, she will be...

James E. Lott

James E. Lott

Sep 4, 2019

James E. Lott, 69, passed away peacefully at home September 4, 2019. Born in Akron to Olin and Bernice (Hunt) Lott, He graduated from Mogadore High School in 1967 and was a Veteran of the U.S. Air Force. Jimmy loved his dogs and enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson and spending time with his family and friends. Preceded in death by...

Shirley R. Dyser

Shirley R. Dyser

Sep 4, 2019

Shirley R. Dyser, 85, passed away surrounded by her family on Wednesday, September 4, 2019. She was born on June 22, 1934 in Akron and graduated from Garfield High School. Shirley spent much of her time studying the Bible, vacationing to her favorite places, watching baseball and college football, dining out, bowling with her coworkers and spending time with her...

Jerry F. Arnold

Jerry F. Arnold

Sep 4, 2019

Jerry F. Arnold, 70, of Cuyahoga Falls went to be with the Lord on September 4, 2019 with his wife by his side.Mr. Arnold graduated from East High School in Akron. Following graduation he worked for M.A.C.T.A.C. Adhesive's for 38 years.Jerry enjoyed listening to music, and playing guitar. Going on vacation in Panama City, and Myrtle Beach with friends and...

Glen R. Johnston

Glen R. Johnston

Sep 3, 2019

Glen R Johnston IBorn October 22, 1942 in Akron, Ohio to Harry and Dorothy (nee Finnegan). Brothers and sisters preceding him in death include Donald, Dick, Clark, and Barbara. He is survived by daughters, Kelly Whitt, Debbie Riley (Steve), Denise Fioritto (Mark) and his son, Glen Johnston II (Tina), and his grandchildren, Christina Soltis (Matt), Stephen Whitt (Maddy), Tracy Fussell,...

Richard C. Wood "Woody"

Richard C. Wood "Woody"

Sep 2, 2019

Richard C. Wood "Woody" 81, passed away September 2, 2019. Born in Clinton County Indiana, he resided in Akron, working in the HVAC business for over 60 years. Preceded in death by his mother Cleo Pauline Wood, his brother Jerry Wood and daughter Kelly. Richard leaves behind his best friend and wife of 42 years Becky Wood, daughter Kimberly Ingersoll;...

James G. Morrison

James G. Morrison

Sep 2, 2019

James G. "Gordie" Morrison, age 80, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, September 2, 2019. He was born to parents James and Olive Morrison on September 11, 1938.Gordie married his high school sweetheart, Patty (nee Cree) on September 24, 1960. He and his wife enjoyed traveling together and going on camping trips with family. Family was extremely...

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