Obituaries
Joanne Marie Gostlin
Apr 29, 2024
Joanne Marie Gostlin, 67, of Tallmadge, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend passed unexpectedly on April 29th. Joanne was born July 5, 1956, in Akron, Ohio to Thelma and Robert Demboski. She attended Field High School where she met the love of her life, Dan Gostlin, who she married on November 11, 1972, in Mogadore, Ohio. A loving mother...
Laura Ann Hartley
Apr 29, 2024
Laura Ann Hartley, 71, of Akron, passed away on April 29, 2024. A lifelong resident of Akron, Laura was born on February 27, 1953 to the late George A. Thomas and Shirley {Foss} Mayreis. In addition to her parents, Laura was preceded in death by her husband Richard "Tom" Hartley, brother Timothy Thomas and brother-in-law Terry Lehman. Laura is survived...
Dexter King
Apr 28, 2024
William Dexter King, age 72, of New Franklin passed away on April 28, 2024. He was born July 21, 1951, to the late George Dexter and Lucy Nadine King. He graduated from Tallmadge High School class of 1969, where he was inducted into the Hall of Fame for football, basketball, and baseball. He earned his associate degree from Dawson Community...
Barbara A. Lenington
Apr 27, 2024
Barbara Ann Lenington, age 89, of Munroe Falls, passed away on Saturday April 27, 2024. She was born in Akron on February 16, 1935 to the late Nelson and Frances (Muluski) Frey. Barb was known for her baking skills and her love of embroidering, puzzle working and being the neighborhood mom for everyone.She was a member of Full Gospel Tabernacle...
Dianna R. Mcclain
Apr 27, 2024
Dianna McClain, 66, of Akron, passed away on April 27, 2024. She was born on August 9, 1957 the daughter of the late Joseph Dufore and Marian Wideman. Dianna enjoyed working with her daughter at Diamond Optical. She enjoyed bird watching, star gazing & planes. She had a caring nature and loved animals especially her grand puppies, Danni, Tunni, Richard...
Patricia A. Batley
Apr 26, 2024
Patricia A. Batley, 65, of Akron, passed away on April 26, 2024. She was born on August 17, 1958 the daughter of the late Kenneth and Helen Anderson. She retired from Akron General Hospital after 20 years of dedicated service. She enjoyed cooking, baking, and crafts. Patty also enjoyed gambling and playing slots anywhere she could find a slot machine...
Tracy R. Zehnder
Apr 25, 2024
It is with overwhelming sadness that we announce the passing of Tracy Zehnder, 60, of Randolph, Ohio. She fought a fearless battle with cancer for 3 years and passed peacefully in her home with her friend Lisa Varner by her side on Thursday, April 25, 2024. Tracy worked for the USPS for 21 years, where she made many lifelong friends...
Dallas R. Rush
Apr 25, 2024
Dallas R. Rush, 77, passed away April 25, 2024 after a brief illness. Born in Akron, Ohio to Clyde and Elma (Halladay) Rush, he was a lifelong area resident. Dallas was proud to be a U. S. Army Veteran, serving in Vietnam, and he retired from Babcock & Wilcox after many years of service. He enjoyed attending church, being sociable...
Denise Katherine Prowell
Apr 25, 2024
Denise Katherine Prowell CPA, PhD, passed into eternity on April 25, 2024 at the age of 71. Denise was born on October 22, 1952 in Barberton, Ohio to the late Dennis and Leatha (Tamme) Prowell.Denise graduated from Norton High School in 1970. She went on to attain undergraduate and graduate degrees from Kent State University and The University of Akron...
Charles S. Rogers
Apr 24, 2024
Charles S. Rogers, 77, of Mogadore, Ohio passed away on April 24, 2024. He was born on Dec 23, 1946 the son of Calvin Rogers and Barbara Rogers. Charlie graduated from Spencer High School with the class of 1965. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. Charlie retired from Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority after 28 years of dedicated...
Shirley J. Tucker
Apr 23, 2024
Shirley J. Tucker, 85, passed away peacefully at home April 23, 2024 with family by her side. Born in Akron, Ohio to Roy and Juanita (Haft) Wetzel, she was a lifelong area resident. Shirley was an active homemaker who enjoyed traveling, exercising, ceramics, baking, cooking and spending time with her family and friends. She was always involved in her kids'...
Julia Frymyer
Apr 23, 2024
Julia Frymyer, age 95, of Akron, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on April 23, 2024. Julia was born on February 16, 1929 in Akron, Ohio to the late Rudolph and Anna (Lincoln) Trivonovich. She married James R. Frymyer on October 13, 1946 and enjoyed 75 years of marriage. She worked numerous factory jobs and in retail stores including...
David J. Schoonover
Apr 23, 2024
David J Schoonover, 85, passed away on April 23, 2024. He was born on November 21, 1938 the son of the late James and Pauline Schoonover of Thomas, West Virginia. He graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School and Carpenters Trade School. He was employed with Akron Floors, Canton Floors, and Tom's Carpet Barn. David was a member of Ralph Huff...
Judy Gail Ferrell
Apr 23, 2024
Judy Ferrell, the heart of our home and family, went home to be with Jesus and her precious daughter Stephanie on April 23, 2024. Born in West Virginia, Judy live the majority of her life in Garrettsville, OH graduating from James A. Garfield in 1972. She married the love of her life, Dwaine, in 1972 and spent the last 51...
Richard Lee Arkenburg
Apr 22, 2024
Richard Lee "Rick" Arkenburg, age 63, of Tallmadge, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord and loved ones on Monday April 22, 2024. He was born in Geneva, Ohio on May 21, 1960 and graduated from North Akron High School specializing in Radio Broadcasting. He was a self employed painter for 30 years. He was a music lover who...
Michael F. Buffa
Apr 22, 2024
Michael F. "Mickey" Buffa, 65, passed away peacefully April 22, 2024 at Grace House. Born in Akron, Ohio to Frank and Loretta (Bonnell) Buffa, he was a lifelong area resident. Mickey enjoyed watching the Browns with his friend Mark, playing cards and having lunch with his sisters. In addition to his parents, Mickey was preceded in death by his sister,...
Michael E. Vargo
Apr 22, 2024
Michael Eugene Vargo, 62, of Akron, Ohio passed away on April 22, 2024. Mike was born in Akron, Ohio on June 15, 1961.His working career he was a "Jack of All Trades". He could repair everything from small engines, upholstery, siding, roofing, painter, and specializing in fire restoration projects.Mike's hobbies varied as greatly as his work life. Cheering on the...
Andrea Sue Nolan
Apr 22, 2024
Andrea Sue "Susy" Nolan, was born in Salem, Ohio on August 4, 1950. Her parents are the late Mary Evelyn {Scroggs} Windram and Leslie David Horner and step-father Harold Windram.She is survived by Gregory E. Nolan, her husband of nearly 44 years. Sisters Mary Dee Raabe (Don), Deena East (Jack Walp), Robyn Shepherd (Woody). Sisters-in-law Judy Akins and Carol Nolan....
Bianca Lynn Crosier
Apr 21, 2024
Bianca Lynn Crosier, 24, of Akron, OH passed away on April 21st, 2024 after losing a lengthy battle to addiction.Bianca was born on April 18th, 2000 to George Crosier and Christina Fanizzi. Bianca is a graduate from Cuyahoga Falls High School in 2018. She followed her passion to be a waitress and server at local restaurants throughout the Akron area...
Kathy Jean Ritenour
Apr 21, 2024
Kathy Jean Ritenour, 73, of Hartville, passed away on April 21, 2024 at Altercare of Hartville. She was born in Akron on January 28, 1951 to the late Edward "Rist" and Jean {Britton} Ritenour. In addition to her parents, Kathy was preceded in death by her sister-in-law Wanda Ritenour. Kathy is survived by her loving siblings Brian (Sheri) Ritenour, Sally...
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