Obituaries
David Lee Drushal
Aug 25, 2025
David Drushal, age 66, of Akron, Ohio, passed away at home on August 25, 2025.
Born December 14, 1958, David proudly served in the US Army as a paratrooper, sharp shooter, and grenade launcher.
He is survived by his loving wife of nearly 20 years, Sue Drushal; step-daughters, Beth Carr and Kimberly (Ray) Williams; grandchildren, Caitlyn Carr, Casandra (Joshua) Childs, Kenadee Williams,...
Robin K. Walters
Aug 24, 2025
Robin K Walters, age 73, of Akron, Ohio, went to her heavenly home on Sunday, August 24th.
She was born on December 18th, 1951 in Akron, Ohio, the daughter of Robert and Jean Evans, Springfield Township, Ohio.
Robin is a graduate of Springfield High School.
She worked for K-mart Corporation for 20 years and loved her job in accounting. She also was a...
Vincente A. McCalister
Aug 23, 2025
Vincente A. McCalister
Vincente A, McCalister was born on April 28, 1966, in Akron, Ohio, to his parents, the late Lucy A. McCalister and Johnny Milan. He was the fourth of their five sons. Vincente attended Akron Public Schools, and he was a lifelong resident of Akron, until his untimely death on August 23, 2025. Raised by his Mom, Lucy, she...
Jordan Fredrick Steckel
Aug 23, 2025
Jordan Fredrick Steckel, 43, passed away on August 23, 2025. Born November 16, 1981, in Ravenna, Ohio, to Carl and Mary Steckel, Jordan grew up in Randolph, Ohio, and graduated from Waterloo High School and Maplewood JVS, where he honed his skills in electronics. From a young age, Jordan had a natural talent for fixing things, solving problems, and taking...
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...
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