Obituaries
Edna "Lori" Salzwimmer
Sep 28, 2024
Edna "Lori" Salzwimmer, age 85, of Springfield Township, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, September 28, 2024. She was born on August 14, 1939 in West Virginia to the late Isaac and Leona Ruckman.
She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister. She cherished family time and enjoyed many family vacations. She would often host family garage sales that...
Blake Anthony Sumego
Sep 27, 2024
We love you forever and will cherish our memories endlessly.
Blake Anthony Sumego, age 18, of Tallmadge was born March 20, 2006 in Cuyahoga Falls. Blake was an avid hunter and fisherman, finding peace and joy in the great outdoors. His love for 4-wheeling with his dad, uncles and best friends since he was able to walk showcased his adventurous spirit...
David Ray Gindlesperger
Sep 27, 2024
David (Dave) Ray Gindlesperger (67) of Akron, Ohio was welcomed into the company of his Lord on September 27, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was a warm, compassionate, and loving man whose spirit touched all that knew him.
He was a devoted husband, father, coach, and best friend who provided for his family as a Journeyman Machinist working for over...
Joe Simmons
Sep 27, 2024
Joe Simmons, age 90, passed away September 27, 2024. He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Dora Jean (nee Sipe), sons, Joe (Jean) Simmons and Terry (Cynthia) Simmons and daughter Christine (Don) Konovsky. He is also survived by grandchildren Christina, Alan, Jillian, Donnie, Kyle, Mallory, Matthew, Marianne and Krista and great-grandchildren Kaeleb, Noah, Preston, Lona, Arya, Caleb,...
Patricia Ann Cundiff
Sep 27, 2024
Patricia Ann Cundiff, 84, of Brimfield, passed away on September 27, 2024. She was born in Barberton on July 26, 1940 to the late Harry and Anna {Horvath} Meeker.
In addition to her parents, Pat was preceded in death by her beloved husband Marvin and sister Ginny DeMali.
Pat is survived by her loving daughter Laura Cundiff; sons Christopher Cundiff and Mark...
Suzanne Henderson
Sep 26, 2024
Suzanne (Koeberle) Henderson was born October 14, 1956 in Akron, Ohio to Thomas and Mary Lou Koeberle. Our sister, cousin, aunt and friend, Suzi passed into eternity on September 26, 2024 after nearly a 2-year battle with cancer. All who knew Suzi will miss her sunny smile and great sense of humor.
Suzi and husband, Jeff were high school sweethearts, and...
Phyllis Ann Wilkerson Absalom
Sep 26, 2024
Phyllis Ann Wilkerson Absalom, 84, passed away on September 26, 2024. She was born in Akron, Ohio on December 4, 1939 to the late Frank and Alice Brooks.
Phyllis loved her Lord Jesus Christ and was devoted to reading her Bible. She is now at peace in Jesus' arms. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends.
Visitation will be...
Mamie Stevenson
Sep 26, 2024
Mamie Stevenson went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, September 26th, 2024.
Preceded in death by her father and mother David and Minnie Milbry; beloved son Robert Stevenson Jr.; brothers Walter Lee, Edward Lee, Hutchison Milbry, Darnell Milbry, Rozell Milbry; sisters-in-law Odessa Fogle and Peggy Stevenson; uncle and aunt Darnell and Elinore Milbry; special friends...
Frank L. Papay Jr.
Sep 25, 2024
Frank L. Papay Jr., age 61, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday September 25, 2024. Frank was born in Mercer County Pennsylvania on January 8th, 1963 to the late Frank L. And Lois M. (Gunther) Papay. Frank lived most of his life in the Akron area, in 2014 he moved to Port Charlotte, Florida, returning...
Timothy M. Kittinger
Sep 25, 2024
Timothy M. Kittinger, 64, of Stow, passed away on September 25, 2024. He was born on September 14, 1960 to the late Ralph and Ida {Shriver} Kittinger.
In addition to his parents, Tim was preceded in death by his mother-in-law Ann Hickin and grandson Jeriah Colegrove.
Tim is survived by his loving wife, Jacki; daughter Sarah (Chad) Isler; step-children, Isaac (Tricia) Knight,...
Kenneth John Schmitt
Sep 25, 2024
Kenneth John Schmitt
December 26, 1959 – September 25, 2024
Kenneth John Schmitt, 64, of Suffield, Ohio, passed away after a long illness on September 25, 2024. Born on December 26, 1959, Ken grew up in Akron and graduated from Akron North High School in 1978. After high school, he dedicated his career to working at Prospect Mold and Die in Cuyahoga...
Linda S. Danner
Sep 23, 2024
With heavy hearts, we share the news of the passing of our beloved mother, Linda Danner, who left us on September 23, 2024, at the age of 69. Born on May 11, 1955, to Dorthy and Michael Savich, she brought joy and love to all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Linda was a devoted mother to her daughters, Nicole...
Judy Lynn Gibson
Sep 22, 2024
Judy Lynn Gibson, age 67, of Akron passed away on September 22, 2024. She was born on April 8, 1957, to the late Randall and Catherine Minter. She was a graduate of Central Hower High School class of 1976. Judy was very thrifty and enjoyed good deals. She also enjoyed walking. Judy loved her family, friends, and the Oak Ridge...
Joan Hill Gonder
Sep 22, 2024
Joan Hill Gonder passed away peacefully on September 22, 2024. She was born in Akron, on January 30, 1930, to the late John & Marguerite Keagy.
She attended Betty Jane Elementary School and graduated from East High School, Class of January 1948. She attended Kent State University and was in the A Capella Choir there. She left college to pursue her...
Arnold R. Raulinaitis
Sep 22, 2024
Arnold R. Raulinaitis passed away on September 22, 2024 after a long disability.
Per Arnold's wishes, cremation has taken place and the family will have a memorial service for him at a later date. Donations in his memory may be made to UH Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center.
To share a memory of Arnold or to leave a special message for his family,...
Stacie L. Cooley
Sep 21, 2024
We say goodbye to Stacie, our loved one left us too soon. She lived, laughed and loved and always put others before herself. Stacie worked at Giant Eagle since she was 16. She also loved working in her yard and spending time with her family and friends.
Stacie has now been reunited with her mom, Donna Cooley; grandparents, Minnie Stonestreet, Hilda...
Norma Marie Hendershot
Sep 21, 2024
Norma “Marie” Hendershot, age 78, of Akron passed away peacefully on September 21, 2024. She was born in Barberton on January 11, 1946, to the late Edgar and Ethel Frock. Marie filled her years with warmth, humor, and a deep love for her family. She enjoyed visiting Amish Country, eating chocolate, drinking Pepsi, reading, and spoiling her pets.
She leaves behind...
Larry Freeman Ankrom
Sep 21, 2024
Larry F. Ankrom passed away after a long illness. A man who adored his family and his family adored him.
Larry was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and golfer. He lived to golf and golfed to live. Most knew Larry because of golf or knew him because of his loving wife of 58 years.
His memory will live on in his...
Jerry C. Worrell
Sep 21, 2024
Jerry C. Worrell, 83, passed away peacefully September 21, 2024 after a brief illness. Born in Waynesboro, Virginia to Connie and Ruth (Evans) Worrell, he resided in Akron, Ohio all of his adult life. Jerry enjoyed golfing, hunting and spending time with his family.
In addition to his parents, Jerry was preceded in death by his son, Mark Worrell. He will...
June Elizabeth Bleakley
Sep 20, 2024
June Elizabeth Bleakley, age 66, of Uniontown, went home to be with our Lord on Friday September 20, 2024 after a valiant fight over a long illness. She was born on June 25, 1958 to John and Clara (Scheitz) Dotson at Campbell County, Kentucky and graduated from Batavia High School. June was a longtime employee of Synchrony Bank. June was...
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