Obituaries
Rhonda Danielle Spaulding
Jul 18, 2026
Rhonda Danielle Spaulding was born on August 31, 1967, to John A. & Alma Spaulding in Akron Ohio. She passed away peacefully after a short battle with cancer at the age of 58 surrounded by family.
Rhonda was a strong and resilient person. She faced life's challenges with courage, grace, and determination. Her strength inspired those around her, and her unwavering...
Virginia M. Conard
Jul 18, 2026
Virginia Marcel Conard (Smith, Enos) 87, Rootstown, OH passed away on July 18, 2026 following a brief illness.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Edgar and Ruby Enos; her four of her children; Macel Smith, Shirley Smith, Franklin Smith, and Raymond Smith; brothers, Jimmy and Kenny of Ohio; and sister, Ruth Smith of Whitesburg, TN.
Virginia is survived by her...
Steven M. Hnatiak
Jul 17, 2026
Steven M. Hnatiak (aka Yak), 81, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2026 surrounded by his family, after bravely fighting a long illness. Born in Eglin Field, FL to Paul and Julia (Mokrey) Hnatiak, he grew up in Parma and Marblehead, Ohio, then lived in various communties in NE Ohio his adult life.
He retired as a Police Lieutenant from the...
Curtis Leon Blevins Sr.
Jul 17, 2026
Curtis Leon Blevins Sr., 81, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on July 17, 2026, surrounded by family.
Born June 22, 1945, and raised in Akron, Curtis was proud to call it home. He was a hardworking man who enjoyed working with his hands and could fix just about anything. He worked for many years at Ravens Metal-craft. He was also a...
Dennis R. Kelley
Jul 16, 2026
Dennis R. Kelley, 65, passed away July 16, 2026. Born in Akron, Ohio to Roy Cunningham and Margaret Lowrey, he was a lifelong area resident. Denny enjoyed landscaping, bicycle riding, working, and spending time with family and friends .
In addition to his parents, Denny was preceded in death by his wife, Pam Kelley; brother, Robert Kelley; sister-in-law, Patty Kelley. He...
Darlyn Joyce Fleming
Jul 16, 2026
Darlyn Joyce Fleming, born on November 24, 1945, departed this life surrounded by the love of her family on July 16, 2026. A woman whose generosity, devotion, and compassionate spirit touched countless lives, Darlyn leaves behind a legacy steeped in selflessness, faith, and music.
Darlyn was the beloved wife of her late husband for 51 years, a commitment which reflected her...
Cathy A. Shepherd
Jul 15, 2026
Cathy A. Shepherd, 72, of Akron, passed away on July 15, 2026. She was born on September 15, 1953 the daughter of the late Paul and Ruth Shepherd. Cathy retired after many years of dedicated service from Sam's Club Optical. She was a woman of faith and reflected God's love in the way she showed love, kindness and compassion to...
April Edgell-Henline
Jul 15, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of April Edgell-Henline, who departed this life on July 15, 2026, at the age of 55. Born on May 9, 1971, April touched the lives of everyone she met with her kindness, compassion, and unwavering devotion to those she loved.
April was a very wonderful, caring registered nurse whose dedication to...
Bud Minor
Jul 14, 2026
Bud Minor, age 83, of Cuyahoga Falls passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at his home.
Bud was born September 01, 1942, in Springhill Township, Pennsylvania to the late Charles Edward and Mildred Pauline (Herrington) Minor. He was a graduate of Marion High School where he played football. After Bud graduated, he went straight into the US Airforce. After his service...
Rose M. Butcher
Jul 14, 2026
Rose M. Butcher (nee’ Coffman Wiebelt) born March 1, 1933 passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus on Tuesday, July 14, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Ralph Butcher, her daughter Cindi Comes (nee' Wiebelt) and her grandson Eric Hammonds.
A lover of books, puzzles and quilting, Rose’s greatest joy was in time spent with her...
Darlene Maud Keith
Jul 14, 2026
Darlene Maud Keith, 85, of Uniontown, Ohio passed away on July 14, 2026 in her home surrounded by her beloved family and friends. She was born in Cherry Tree, Pennsylvania on August 18, 1940. She resided in the Akron area all of her adult life. She worked at Merryweather Foam and Latex Company and Coastal Tanklines, Inc.
She (and her husband)...
Thomas E. "Tom" Leach
Jul 14, 2026
Thomas E. “Tom” Leach, beloved husband, cherished brother, and devoted uncle, passed away peacefully at home on July 14, 2026. He was 75 years old.
Tom was born on September 16, 1950, in Zanesville, Ohio, to the late Cyril and Mary Leach. In addition to his parents, Tom was preceded in death by his half-brother Jack Leach, brother-in-law Bill Arnold, nephew...
Peggy L. Richards
Jul 13, 2026
Peggy Richards (Myers), mother, sister, aunt, wife, The Ga, friend, died on July 13th, 2026. Born on September 5th, 1945, to Peggy and Robert Myers, she was the oldest daughter of the oldest daughter of the oldest daughter.
She met Don Richards during the 3rd quarter of the football game between their two schools when she urged her then boyfriend to...
Timothy Howard Finch
Jul 13, 2026
Daddy's Whispered FarewellTimothy H. Finch moved through this world with the presence of an oak tree —steady, stalwart, impossible to topple.A quiet giant whose roots ran deep.He loved unconditionally, with a sentimental heart he tried to hide behind desperado swagger and a grin that always gave him away.A man of faith.A defender of family.A servant of his country — shaped...
Christopher Thomas Keener, Jr.
Jul 13, 2026
Christopher Thomas Keener Jr., beloved infant son of Christopher Thomas Keener Sr. and Jacqueline Franklin, went to Heaven on July 13, 2026. Although the world didn't get a chance to know him, his parents already knew and loved him and will hold him in their hearts forever.
God bless you, baby Christopher - your loving family will always love you.
To leave...
Jennifer A. Croft
Jul 13, 2026
Jennifer A. Croft, 51, of Akron, passed away on July 13, 2026. She was born on February 26, 1975, the daughter of the late Donald and Sandra Leasher. She worked for many years at the Essex Nursing Home and Cleveland Clinic Akron General Hospital. She was a devoted member of Atwater Community Church, where she found great joy in serving...
Melanie Rae Franklin
Jul 12, 2026
Melanie Rae Franklin, 69, of Dayton, Ohio, peacefully passed away on July 12, 2026, at the Cleveland Clinic after a long and courageous battle with illness.
Born on October 6, 1956, in Escanaba, Michigan, Melanie was the beloved daughter of Robert and Arvilla Page. Although she was born in Michigan, she and her family ultimately made the Dayton, Ohio area their...
John Franklin Szwejk
Jul 11, 2026
John Franklin Szwejk, born August 23, 1947, in Akron, OH, passed away on July 11, 2026. Over the span of seventy-eight years, John led a remarkable life defined by service, devotion, and kindness, leaving an enduring legacy for those privileged to know him.
A proud US Army Veteran of the Vietnam War, John served his country with honor and distinction. His...
Carol L. Beatty
Jul 10, 2026
April 4, 1954 – July 10, 2026
Carol Louise Beatty, 72, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2026.Born on April 4, 1954, in Akron, Ohio, Carol was a long time resident of the community she loved. She spent many years working as a secretary, where she was known for her dedication, reliability, and caring nature. After a long...
Rhea D. Holman
Jul 9, 2026
Rhea Dawn Holman died peacefully July 8, 2026, surrounded by her family.
She was born August 19, 1935, in Auburn, West Virginia, and was preceded in death by her parents, Eula Dail and Glade Spurgeon, and brother, Kendall Spurgeon, as well as the love of her life, her husband of 51 years, Ronald Lee (Johnny) Holman.
She is survived by sons, Paul...
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