Obituaries
Richard J. Markovich
Oct 11, 2025
Richard J. Markovich, 82, passed away on October 11, 2025 in Akron, Ohio.
He was born on May 4, 1943 in Warren, Ohio to the late John and Pauline Markovich. He graduated from Champion High School before enlisting in the U.S. Air Force. After four years of honorable service, Richard returned home and began his career as a licensed electrician, retiring...
Janice Lynne Sanford
Oct 11, 2025
Janice Lynne Sanford, 75, of Clinton, passed away on October 11, 2025 at home. She was born in Canton, Ohio on December 31, 1949 to the late Albert and Edith Hubener. She graduated from Central High School.
In 1971, Jan met Pat Sanford and they immediately took to each other. She truly won his heart when she told him she would...
Jay Ross Murphy
Oct 10, 2025
Jay Ross Murphy, age 86, died on October 10, 2025. Jay was born on November 6, 1938 in Chicago, Illinois. Jay lived in the Akron area most of his life and retired as the street commissioner of Cuyahoga Falls in 1994.
Jay was a kind, patient and loving Husband, Father and Friend, and a proud veteran of the United States Navy....
Sharon Virginia Stein
Oct 10, 2025
Sharon Virginia Stein, 83, of Tallmadge, passed away on October 10, 2025. She was born in Akron on July 13, 1942 to Lester and Virginia {Rouse} Brazelton.
In addition to her parents, Sharon was preceded in death by her beloved husband Alvin Stein.
Sharon is survived by her son Ronald (Luann) Neely of Kinston, NC; granddaughter Taylor Folds and 3 great-grandchildren, all...
Donna L. Chaumont
Oct 9, 2025
Donna L. Chaumont, age 85, of Seville, passed away on October 9, 2025 at Akron General Hospital. She was born on November 21, 1939 to John and Erma (Gee) Earlenbaugh in Akron, Ohio. She graduated in 1957 from Springfield High School. Donna worked as a secretary and bookkeeper as well as raising her four children.
Donna is survived by her loving...
Bonnie Lyn Reed
Oct 8, 2025
Bonnie Lyn Reed, born on February 17, 1963, in Fort Campbell, Kentucky, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on October 8, 2025, in Akron, Ohio where she has been a lifelong resident. She was 62 years old.
A devoted and faithful Christian throughout her life and a founding member of New Exodus Christian Fellowship Church. Bonnie’s unwavering faith was a...
David R. Hinkle
Oct 8, 2025
David Roy Hinkle was born on February 13th, 1945 to Roy and Marvle Hinkle in Cumberland, Maryland. They later moved to Akron, Ohio and settled in North Hill. David graduated from North High School in 1963 and was a successful track athlete. He served in the Army Reserves for six years then became a journeyman electrician in union local 306...
Kimberlee Ann Crain
Oct 7, 2025
Kim Crain passed away in her home in Barberton, Ohio on October 7, 2025, at the age of 64.
Born in Akron, Ohio on July 3, 1961, Kim brought joy, laughter, and a creative spirit into the world from the very beginning. She worked for many years in the insurance industry, including roles at Medical Mutual and Prudential, and later channeled...
Richard T. "Rick" Copeland
Oct 7, 2025
Beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend passed peacefully after a long illness. He faced every challenge with strong faith, courage, and love, and his family was at the center of his world.
Rick retired five years ago after working as a quality control manager for over 30 years, retiring alongside his good friend and co-worker, Rick Fox.
He found joy...
Earl Randal Hayes
Oct 7, 2025
Earl Randal Hayes (Randy), born on February 19, 1960, in Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2025, in Rittman, Ohio. Randy dedicated many years of his career to Akron City Hospital, where he was known for his unwavering work ethic.
A proud graduate of East High School, Randy served honorably in the U.S. Air Force following his graduation. This...
Kay Frances Epps
Oct 7, 2025
Kay Frances Epps, 78, of Mogadore, passed away on October 7, 2025. She was born in Alliance, OH on October 13, 1946 to the late Carl and Anna {Zeides} Schuller.
Kay is survived by her loving husband, Martin; son, Bryan Epps; grandchildren, Alyssa and Tyler Epps.
Kay retired from Key Bank, and was a longtime member of Maranatha Bible Church. She enjoyed...
Deborah Lynn Adams
Oct 6, 2025
Deborah L. “Debbie” Adams, and sometimes fondly known as “Sally,” 74, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2025. Born on April 15, 1951, in Phillipsburg, Pennsylvania, Debbie was the beloved daughter of Charles and Frances Hugg. Debbie will be deeply missed by all who were fortunate to know her warmth, laugh with her, or receive one of...
James Crawford Orr Jr.
Oct 6, 2025
James Crawford Orr Jr, 90, went Home to be with the Lord on October 6, 2025. He was born and raised in Akron, Ohio. Jim was drafted into the U. S. Army, where he served 4 years. After his military service he worked at Babcock & Wilcox as a draftsman, retiring after 42 years of service. A faithful member of...
Laura R. Darby
Oct 6, 2025
Laura R. Darby [Crowl], of Akron, joined our Lord’s choir on Monday October 6, 2025 in the company of her family. Laura is survived by her loving husband of 34 years, William J. Darby III; daughter Megan (Alexander) Barnett; sons Billy (Johanna) Darby and Danny Darby; her grandsons Owen and Rhys Barnett, as well as, her beloved parents Robert and...
Thomas Lee Hicks
Oct 5, 2025
Tom Hicks, 79, of Akron, passed away October 5, 2025. He was born in Akron, Ohio on September 9, 1946 to the late Fred (Pauline) Hicks.
Tom was preceded in death by his loving step-mom, Irene Hicks; father- and mother-in-law Richard (Mary Lou) Hawkins; and brothers-in-law, Rick Hawkins and Michael Blair.
Tom was a Green Beret Vietnam Veteran who proudly served his...
Gerald Thomas Gifford, Jr.
Oct 5, 2025
Gerald “Jerry” “Butch” Gifford, 80, of Uniontown, passed away on October 5, 2025, surrounded by his family. Born on March 3, 1945, in Akron, Butch enlisted in the Navy in 1963 and retired as a Chief Petty Officer from the Naval Reserves in 1995. Butch also retired from his position as maintenance supervisor at Harwick Standard after 20 years.
Preceded in...
Jill "Charli" Swagler
Oct 5, 2025
Jill "Charli" Swagler, 64, of Akron, passed away on October 5, 2025. She was born on January 15, 1961 in Salem to the late Donna {Metz} Whitman.
In addition to her mother, Charli was preceded in death by her father Richard Whitman.
Charli is survived by her husband Michael McQuillen; children Jeremiah Swagler and Justiene (Joshua) White; grandchildren Kiera White, Xander White,...
Renee S. Long
Oct 4, 2025
Renee S. Long, age 60, of Stow, passed away unexpectedly at home on October 4, 2025. She was born on September 27, 1965 to Wayne and Gloria (Hensler) Thompson in Valley Forge, PA.
Renee worked as a certified medical assistant and office manager at Unity Health Network in Stow.
She was a member of Stow Falls Baptist Church.
Renee is survived by her...
Karen Jane Ansell
Oct 4, 2025
Karen Jane {Eiland} Ansell, age 73, of Mogadore, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on October 4, 2025. She was born on December 13, 1951 in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio to the late William and Ella Eiland.
Karen married the love of her life, Gary Ansell, on December 12, 1981, and together they shared 43 wonderful years. She retired after 45 years at First...
Matthew John Jacobs
Oct 3, 2025
In Loving Memory of Matthew John Jacobs
Matthew John Jacobs, a beloved husband, son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on October 3, 2025, in New Franklin, Ohio, at the age of 39. Born on May 5, 1986, in Belleville, Michigan, Matthew was a man whose warmth, faith, humor, and kindness touched all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Matthew’s...
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