Obituaries
Donna J. Holden
Aug 8, 2024
Donna J. Holden, 60, passed away on August 8, 2024. She was born on September 29, 1963 the daughter of James and Ima Jean Church of Brimfield, Ohio. She was a woman of faith and was a friend to all. Donna had many accomplishments but her greatest love was for her family. She always cherished her time with family. She...
Christopher Michael Abrams
Aug 5, 2024
Christopher Michael Abrams, 48, went to be with his heavenly Father on August 5th, surrounded by family and loved ones. Family and friends are invited to visit Saturday, August 10, 2024 from 12 noon to 1 p.m at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 N. Canton Rd. Akron, Ohio. The funeral service will follow at 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment...
Melinda Roberts Jones
Aug 5, 2024
Melinda R. Jones, 72, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on August 5, 2024. She was born in Chicago, IL on July 29, 1952 to the late James and Mary {Royer} Roberts.
In addition to her parents, Melinda was preceded in death by her brother John Roberts.
Melinda is survived by her loving daughter, Amelia (J. Jivens) Jones; son David Jones; grandson Caedyn...
David "Mike" Rollyson
Aug 4, 2024
David "Mike" Rollyson, 72, passed away peacefully August 4, 2024 surrounded by his family. Born in Akron, Ohio to Charles and Dorcas (Hall) Rollyson, he resided in both Akron and Massillon during his life. Mike enjoyed drag racing, watching the Steelers, NASCAR, wrestling, slot car racing, and spending time with his family and dogs.
In addition to his parents, Mike was...
David James Pontefract
Aug 3, 2024
David James Pontefract, 69, of New Franklin, passed away on August 3, 2024. He was born in Clearfield, Pennsylvania on July 7, 1955 to the late Clyde Bertram Pontefract and Elva Susann Pontefract Hackel {Ritz}.
Dave started his career as a welder and mechanical assembler, working for Weaver Sheet Metal and Ball Corporation. After a few years as a lab technician...
Wanita H. Stover
Aug 2, 2024
Wanita Hazel (Thomas) "Nita" Stover, age 95 years passed away on Friday August 2nd, 2024. She resided at Breakwater Village in Lewes, Delaware at that time. Nita was born in Yolyn, Logan County, West Virginia, on January 12, 1929.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Rev. Glen E. Stover. She was also preceded in death by...
Gwendolyn A. Arnold
Aug 2, 2024
Gwendolyn A. Arnold passed away peacefully into the arms of Jesus on August 2, 2024 at The Homestead of Hartville.
On November 24, 1950, she married Dallas Arnold. Gwendolyn loved and lived in Brimfield for over 50 years. Gwen enjoyed volunteering and giving back to her community. She held many different titles over her years; she was a former 4H Advisor,...
Richard Crabtree
Aug 1, 2024
It is with great sorrow we say goodbye to Richard, who passed away August 1st, 2024. Richard leaves behind his loving wife of 56 years, Karen. Richard was preceded in death by his baby daughter Kelly, son Raymond, brother George and parents Robert and Irene Crabtree.
Richard also leaves behind his children, Michael Crabtree, Julie (David) Gough and Matthew (Jamasina) Crabtree....
Patricia Jean Burke
Aug 1, 2024
Patricia Jean Burke, age 80, resident of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, passed away on Thursday August 1, 2024 She was born on September 10, 1943 in Akron to the late George and Alma Pearl Kolaida. Pat loved gardening, biking and touring the Metroparks along with her dear husband of 49 years. She was also a member of Akron Baptist Temple and...
William "Billy" Crimi
Jul 31, 2024
William "Bill" Crimi, age 74, of , passed away on July 31, 2024 at Summa Akron City Hospital. He was born on June 3, 1950 to the late Frank and Carlene Crimi in Akron, Ohio.
Bill was self employed as an autobody technician before his retirement.
Bill was strong in his faith. He loved astronomy, science, nature, history and his grandchildren. He...
Alissa Wren Hall
Jul 30, 2024
Alissa Wren Hall, 30, of Tallmadge, passed away unexpectedly on July 30, 2024. She was born in Akron on December 3, 1993 to Patricia Hall.
Alissa was preceded in death by her grandparents Virginia M. Hall and Carl J. Hall, and uncle Robert Hall.
Alissa is survived by her loving mother Patricia Hall; aunt Barbara (John) Siers; uncles James, Ted, Dan and...
Charles Dawson
Jul 30, 2024
Charles Dawson, 81, passed away July 30, 2024 at his residence surrounded by his loving children. He was born, raised and worked in Akron all his life. He was always a hard worker beginning on his family's farm and later as a mechanic, roofer and painter. He loved boating, fishing and playing Euchre during his retirement years.
He will be missed...
Gwynn S. Hicks Jr.
Jul 29, 2024
Gwynn S. Hicks Jr., affectionately known as "Sonny", left this world on July 29, 2024, leaving behind a legacy that will forever be cherished by those who had the privilege of knowing him. He was born on December 30, 1954 the son of the late Gwynn and Gladys Hicks Sr.
Sonny loved music and playing his guitar with his sons.
Beyond his...
Betty Hartz
Jul 29, 2024
Betty J. Hartz
DOB 4-5-39
DOD 7-29-24
Parents Henry & Elizabeth {Hilgert} Letz
Predeceased by parents Henry & Elizabeth, brother and sister-in-law James and Michelle Letz.
Betty will be forever missed by her partner of 40 years Blane Frye, life long friend and chosen sister Jean Frost and her family Jeanne (Chris), Ken, Kim (Nick), Helen (Dennis) and their children Sara, Denny, Jeff, Mandy, Ron,...
Dora J. Westren
Jul 28, 2024
Dora Jean Westren (Dorie), 82, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, July 28th after a brief illness.
Dorie was born on July 31, 1941, to Joseph and Mary Martinovich in Akron, Ohio.
Dorie is survived by her husband and best friend of 65 years, Ron Westren, their three children, and their families:
Son Ronnie Westren (Aimee), granddaughter Desiree Bickett (Lenny), great-granddaughter Stella...
Barbara Gayle Moore
Jul 28, 2024
Barbara Gayle "Barbie" Moore, age 63, of Hartville, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday July 28, 2024. She was born to Joe Sr. and Carolyn (Moss) Griffin on April 29, 1961 in Canton and graduated from Lake High School in 1979. Barb met and then married her soul mate Terry L. Moore July 2, 1983. They were...
James L. Pfaff
Jul 28, 2024
James L. Pfaff, age 74, of Tallmadge, passed away on July 28, 2024. He was born on January 10, 1950 in Alliance, Ohio to the late Donald and Doris (Meloni) Pfaff and graduated in 1968 from West Branch High School. Jim attended Kent State University where he studied music. While in college, Jim began dating Ellen Beamer and nine years...
Robert J. Hoffman
Jul 27, 2024
Robert J. Hoffman, 72, passed away unexpectedly on July 27, 2024. Born in Youngstown, Ohio to Louie and Pat (Callahan) Hoffman, he resided in both Vienna and Uniontown most of his life. Rob was the owner and operator of Hairline Clinic for 24 years. An avid animal lover who had a great sense of humor, he enjoyed boating, going to...
Carol J. Baechel
Jul 27, 2024
Carol J. Baechel, 86, passed away peacefully July 27, 2024. Born in Akron, Ohio, she lived most of her life in Cuyahoga Falls and Stow. Carol enjoyed golfing, her dogs, phone visits with her favorite people, watching David Muir on ABC national news as well as the Browns and Steelers and spending time with her family.
Carol will be sadly missed...
Kim J. Bisson
Jul 27, 2024
Kim Joseph Bisson, age 69, of Green, OH, passed away on July 27, 2024. He was born on September 14, 1954, in Ravenna, OH, and was one of nine children. Kim was the loving husband of Sandra Lees-Bisson for 35 years.
Kim worked at Swagelok for 42 years before enjoying retirement cooking, traveling, eating out, watching Sci-Fi movies, and listening to...
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