Obituaries
Thomas W. Alexander
Mar 23, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce that Thomas Wilson Alexander Sr., 86, of Akron, OH, responded to his final alarm on Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 3:24 in the afternoon. He was surrounded by his loving family as he passed from his long and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s.
Thomas was born on May 10, 1938 in Barberton, OH to...
Gaile Marie Young
Mar 22, 2025
Gaile Marie Young, 70, passed away on March 22, 2025 after years of battling multiple heath issues. She was born on June 8, 1954 in Barberton, Ohio but grew up in the Firestone area of Akron, Ohio. Gaile had three siblings, David, Nancy and Barb.
Gaile studied cosmetology, but spent the bulk of her career working for Parasson’s Italian Restaurant, from...
Lloyd Henry Nelson
Mar 21, 2025
Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio - Lloyd Henry Nelson, age 87, entered into the Lords care on Friday, March 21, 2025, after a short illness. He was born on June 19, 1937 in Cleveland, Ohio, the oldest child of Esther Viola (Hallstrom) and John Henry Nelson. Lloyd was a 1955 graduate of West Geauga High School in Chesterland, Ohio, and served in...
Reba Earline Harris
Mar 20, 2025
Reba "Earline" Harris, age 93, passed away peacefully on March 20,2025. Born in Akron, Ohio on June 4, 1931, to John and Flossie (Skiles) Nibling. She married Arthur Harris and after 72 loving years together, hepassed in 2024. Earline loved spending time with her family, especiallycooking Sunday dinners. She was active in the Firestone Park Garden Club and took great...
Jerry James Slagle
Mar 20, 2025
Jerry J. Slagle, age 81, of Stow, Ohio passed away at home with family by his side on March 20, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer. Jerry was born September 19, 1943 in Templeton, PA to the late Jerry and Elsie Slagle. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother Fred Slagle. He is...
Norma Faye Speegle
Mar 20, 2025
Norma Faye Speegle, age 75, went home to be with the Lord on March 20, 2025, after her battle with COPD. She was born in Cullman, Alabama on January 15, 1950 to the late William and Jemmie Speegle. Norma was a true sister and made the best custard pie. She had strong faith and loved her Lord. Norma enjoyed playing...
Sheila Florence Brett
Mar 20, 2025
Sheila Florence Brett, born Horning, was born in London, England, on December 22, 1934. She passed peacefully in her sleep on March 20, 2025 in Copley, Ohio.
She was married on April 2, 1955.
Sheila is survived by her loving husband of 69 years, Alan Brett; son, Paul (Nancy) Brett; two daughters, Yvonne (Duke) Battaglia and Linda Spencer; as well as many...
Arlena J. Gray
Mar 20, 2025
Arlena J. Gray, 80, passed away peacefully at home March 20, 2025 with family by her side. Born in Millstone, WV to Willard and Louie (Offutt) Garrett, she resided in Akron, OH all of her adult life. Arlena enjoyed gardening, hiking, trips to Myrtle Beach as well as back home to West Virginia, attending her grandchildren's sporting events and spending...
Neal J. Leetham
Mar 19, 2025
Neal J. Leetham, born on September 17, 1994, in Akron, Ohio, passed away on March 19, 2025. Neal graduated from Lake High School in 2012, laying the foundation for his career at Lincoln Heritage. He was a young man of many interests and talents. His passion for martial arts led him to earn a Green Belt in Tae Kwon Do,...
Jack H. Banas
Mar 19, 2025
Jack H. Banas, age 75, of Akron, passed away on March 19, 2025 at Akron City Hospital. He was born in Bisbee, AZ on July 15, 1949 to the late John and Irma Banas. He graduated from Central High School in 1967. After high school, he went on to further his education at the University of Akron where he obtained...
Johnnie Ruth Betts
Mar 19, 2025
Johnnie Ruth Betts, a beloved matriarch and vibrant soul, passed away on March 19, 2025, in Akron, Ohio, just two days shy of her 85th birthday. Born in Toomsuba, Mississippi, on March 21, 1940, her journey through life was marked by warmth, independence, and a fiercely loving spirit.
A proud member of the Phillip's Chapel CME Church for over 50 years,...
Laurie J. Funk
Mar 18, 2025
Laurie J. Funk, 49, of Canton, passed away on March 18, 2025. She was born on April 19, 1975 of Akron, Ohio. She graduated with the class of 1993 from Waterloo High School. She enjoyed the band and playing her saxophone. After graduation she proudly served in the U.S. Army. Laurie was an avid reader and also enjoyed fishing.
Laurie is...
Patricia Ann Rachel
Mar 18, 2025
On March 18, 2025 Patty went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She transitioned into his arms at her home surrounded by her daughters that she loved so deeply and beloved family at her side. Raised in the Kenmore area of Akron, OH and very proud of it, she always loved the underdog and would go...
Thomas C. Weigand
Mar 18, 2025
Thomas C. Weigand, 81, of Akron, passed away on March 18, 2025. He was born on February 29, 1944 the son of the late Louis and Berneda Weigand of Proctor, West Virginia. Tom proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. He retired from Goodyear/ABS after 44 years of dedicated service. Tom was a man of faith and was a...
Michael W. Lanny
Mar 18, 2025
Michael W. Lanny, 81, of Akron, passed away on March 18, 2025 at Akron City Hospital. He was born on May 4, 1943 to the late Patrick and Mildred (Herr) Lanny. Michael was a veteran of The United States Marine Corps and proudly worked as a factory worker for Goodyear for 38 and a half years. He was a member...
Karen M. Morehead
Mar 18, 2025
Karen M. Morehead, was born February 19th, 1944 and passed away March 18th, 2025.
Karen is proceeded in death by her husband of 48 years Frederick Morehead Sr.; son Lawrence Berkenstock; daughter Pamela Buchanan; and grandson Christopher Best.
She will be sadly missed by her sister Sharon Sakos of Baltimore; her sons John(Anita) Berkenstock and Frederick Morehead Jr.; and daughters Tari Riley...
Judith Ann Roy
Mar 17, 2025
Judith Ann Roy, 84, of Ravenna, passed away on March 17, 2025. She was born on September 20, 1940 to Russell and Myrtle (Lance) Hewitt at Billington, WV. She worked for KWA for over 20 years. Judy was an avid reader. She loved spending time with her grandchildren.
Judy is survived by her loving son, James Roy; sister, Patty Williams; grandchildren,...
Joyce Ann Mitter
Mar 17, 2025
Joyce Ann Mitter, 68, passed away peacefully at home March 17, 2025 surrounded by herloving family. Born in Akron, Ohio to Clifford and Imogene (Hosaflook) Miller, she was a lifelong area resident. Joyce previously worked as a seamstress at Goodwill. She enjoyed crocheting, playing Bingo, going to church, visiting with her neighbors and spending time with her family.
Anyone who knew...
Leslie H. "Les" Thompson
Mar 16, 2025
Leslie H. Thompson, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 16th, 2025, at the age of 92. He was born on March 10th, 1933, in Copley, OH, to J. Park Thompson and Hazel Thompson.
Les graduated from Garfield High School and, after attending The University of Akron for a short while, decided to enter into the...
Lois V. Yates
Mar 15, 2025
Lois V. Yates, 89, of Akron, went to her Heavenly home on March 15, 2025 at home surrounded by family. She was born in Portsmouth, Ohio on February 13, 1936 to her birth parents, Dorothy (Springer) and Earl Adkins. She was lovingly raised by parents, Lizzie and Earl Yinger.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 58 years,...
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