Obituaries
LeeAndre A. Banks
Aug 14, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of LeeAndre “Moody” Banks on August 14, 2026.
Lee was deeply loved by his family and friends. He will be remembered for his quick wit & humor, generous heart, and the many ways he made others feel included. Lee was a Gemini through and through where upon being born, was...
Warren Lee Russell
Aug 14, 2026
Warren (Russ) Lee Russell
July 10, 1930 - August 14, 2026
Russ Russell, 96, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2026, and has been reunited with his loving wife and our wonderful Mom, Betty. Russ was also preceded in death by his parents Audie Lee and Lucille Russell, his brother and sister-in-law Hap and Shirley, brother Paul, and daughter-in-law Chris.
Russ is survived...
Lynda S. Zimmermann
Aug 14, 2026
Lynda S. Zimmermann, age 75, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away, Thursday, August 13, 2026, at her home.
Lynda was a dreamer. She loved to bake, garden, read, and write short stories and poems. She especially enjoyed helping others and created a family of friends wherever she went.
Lynda was preceded in passing by her husband Rick (2011) and her youngest son Erik...
Robert L. Drummond Sr.
Aug 14, 2026
Robert L. Drummond Sr. "Bob", age 79, of Akron, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Friday, August 14, 2026. Born in Fairmont, West Virginia to Delbert J. Drummond and Gerldine Drummond (Sapp) on December 10, 1946. He lived most of his life in Akron, Ohio, where he found the love of his life, Marilyn...
Kimberly D. Kantorowski
Aug 14, 2026
Kimberly D. Kantorowski, 60, of Akron, passed away on August 14, 2026. A lifelong Akron resident, she graduated from Ellet High School before earning a degree from the University of Akron. She was employed with Sherwin-Williams for almost 30 years.
Kimberly will always be remembered as a loving caregiver. She showed great concern for her parents, family, and friends and made...
Madeline C. Swinehart
Aug 13, 2026
In loving Memory of a Woman of Faith, Wonder, and Quiet Joy
With deep love and profound sadness, we announce the passing of Madeline C. Swinehart who went home to be with the Lord on August 13, 2026. She left this world gently, surrounded by love, prayer, and the presence of God she trusted so fiercely throughout her life.
Born on October...
Sidney K. Pouncey
Aug 13, 2026
Sidney K. Pouncey, 97, passed away peacefully at home on August 13, 2026. Born in Alabama to Frank and Cervera (Smith) Pouncey, he grew up in Lakemore, Ohio and later moved to Barberton, Ohio. Sid was a proud U. S. Navy Veteran and retired from both Goodyear Aerospace and Lockheed-Martin. He was also a 32nd degree Mason. Sid enjoyed dancing,...
Joseph B. Yost
Aug 13, 2026
Joseph Yost, 73, passed away on August 13, 2026 in Akron, Ohio, following a battle with dementia. Born on February 5, 1953, in Akron, Ohio, to William and Jacqualine Yost, Joe dedicated his life to his wife Patty, to being an educator, to being a football coach, and to his loved ones, especially his four brothers.
A proud graduate of The...
Harold Dean Tinsley
Aug 13, 2026
Harold Dean Tinsley, 80, of Akron, passed away at home on August 13, 2026. Known to family and friends as Dean, he was born in Akron on April 24, 1946 to the late Murphy and Mary (nee Thornell) Tinsley.
Dean graduated from East High School before earning a Bachelor Degree in Industrial Management from the University of Akron.
Through common friends, Dean...
Bonnie G. Bromall
Aug 12, 2026
Bonnie Gail Graham-Bromall, 69, passed peacefully on August 12, 2026, with family by her side. She fought a courageous and determined battle against cancer for nearly two years, never giving up hope for a cure. Bonnie was born in Akron, Ohio, on October 24, 1956, to Charles W. and Anna M. Graham, their beloved only daughter. She was a graduate...
Steven J. Jordan
Aug 12, 2026
Steven J. Jordan, born on February 9, 1942, in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully in Akron, Ohio, on August 12, 2026. His life, marked by deep personal connections, steadfast service, and a love for music, leaves an enduring legacy cherished by those who had the privilege to know him.
Steve graduated from East Aurora High School in New York, class of...
Ronald Dwight Huff
Aug 11, 2026
Ronald Dwight Huff, 82 of Akron passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. He was born on July 19, 1944 to the late William and Violet {Campbell} Huff.
In addition to his parents, Ron was preceded in death by his brother William Huff Jr. and sister Jean Stahl.
Ron is survived by his loving daughters, Tracy (Joe) Nutter and Denise (John)...
Wanda Lou Bamer
Aug 10, 2026
Wanda Bamer (née Bittner) died surrounded by loved ones in her daughter's home in Columbus, Ohio August 10th, 2026. She was 86 years old.
Wanda was born in Akron, Ohio on July 8th,1940. Her parents, Irene and Mason Bittner, raised Wanda, the fourth of the 5 children, along with her older brothers, Sonny (Walter) and Buster (Leonard), and sisters, Sis (Clara)...
Victoria S. Gaffney
Aug 10, 2026
Victoria Gaffney, 68, of , passed away on August 10, 2026. She was born on March 3, 1958 the daughter of the late Elwood and Mary Herron. She was a member of the Hibernians Club. Vic retired after many years of dedicated service from Ohio Edison. She enjoyed the outdoors especially camping with family and friends. Vic had many accomplishments...
Sharon G. Wilborn
Aug 10, 2026
Sharon G. Wilborn, 84, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2026. Born in Illinois to Shelby and Virginia (Chadd) McGregor, she lived in the Akron, Ohio area most of her life. Sharon enjoyed crocheting, ceramics, working jigsaw puzzles and spending time with her family and friends.
In addition to her parents, Sharon was preceded in death by husband, Jim Wilborn; brother,...
Gary Wayne Curry
Aug 8, 2026
With profound sadness and endless love, we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, Gary Wayne Curry, who peacefully entered eternal rest on August 8, 2026, at the age of 71.
Born on October 17, 1954, Gary lived a life defined by strength, resilience, and an unwavering love for his family. Through every season...
Jo-Ann M. Sietz
Aug 7, 2026
Jo-Ann M. Sietz, 79, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2026. Born in Akron, Ohio to Joseph and Annabelle (Byrnes) Derwort, she was a lifelong area resident. Jo-Ann graduated from Ellet High School and later retired from US Bank, where she worked in banking for 40 years. She enjoyed gardening and playing in the dirt as well as spending time...
Patricia D. Sprague
Aug 7, 2026
Patricia Dorothea Sprague, 89, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2026. Born in Akron, Ohio, she resided in the area most of her life. Patricia was a sociable person who enjoyed crafting, writing, baking, volunteer work and spending time with family and friends.
Patricia was preceded in death by her parents, Roy and Claire (Mobley) Bee; sister, Betty Lou Perkins; daughter,...
David R. Swartz
Aug 6, 2026
David R. Swartz, longtime Akronite, passed away on August 6, 2026. Born to parents Ralph C. Swartz and Josephine Rae Pickle on January 25, 1945 he attended Betty Jane Elementary and graduated from Ellet High School in 1963.
Following graduation David enlisted in the US Army completing basic training at Fort Leonard Wood Missouri. Served in Kirchgoens, Germany before returning stateside...
Richard Michael Zsembik
Aug 6, 2026
Richard Michael Zsembik, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2026 at the age of 91. He was born on April 22, 1935 in Cleveland.
Richard was a proud lifelong Clevelander and devoted baseball and hockey fan. He attended St. Francis de Sales Elementary School in Parma, Ohio, and St. Ignatius High School in Cleveland....
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