Obituaries
Gary W. "Styme" Cline
Aug 13, 2024
Gary "Styme" Cline, age 60, passed away after a brief battle with cancer on August 13, 2024. He was born on December 31, 1963 in Akron, Ohio. Gary was preceded in death by his brother, Gregory Cline; and his beloved dog, Cheerio.
Gary had a love of being outdoors camping, fishing and walking in the woods exploring. He brought home what...
Dorothy M. Prude
Aug 13, 2024
On August 13, 2024 Dorothy M. Prude “Dottie” was called to glory by our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ surrounded by her loving family. Dorothy M. Prude was born February 15, 1949 to Oscar and Silverene Prude, the youngest of five children born to this union. She was a life resident of Akron, Ohio. Dottie accepted Jesus Christ at the...
Jessie I. Ray
Aug 13, 2024
Jessie Irene Ray, 83, passed away suddenly at her home on August 13, 2024.
She was born in Akron and was an area resident for most of her life. She retired from GM Lordstown in 2002 and was employed as a seamstress with Goodwill Industries Akron since then. She enjoyed spending time with her grandkids (small doses) and her children (even...
Kenneth Anderson
Aug 13, 2024
Kenneth Anderson, 89, passed away peacefully on August 13, 2024. Born in Burdine, KY to Ira and Delsie (Vanover) Anderson, he resided in the Akron, OH area most of his life. He previously worked in the rubber industry, retiring from General Tire & Rubber Co. Kenneth enjoyed reading, fishing and watching sports, especially the Cleveland Indians.
In addition to his parents,...
Eric Thomas Haney
Aug 13, 2024
Eric T. Haney, age 62, of Munroe Falls, passed away unexpectedly on August 13, 2024. He was born in Cleveland on December 8, 1961. He spent his adult life as a programming/electronics engineer and was the founding leader of the Munroe Falls Paranormal Society. He was an avid collector in many different things and enjoyed spending his leisure time in...
Gary Dale Wilson
Aug 12, 2024
On August 12, 2024, Gary D. Wilson, Sr. passed away at 80 years old, surrounded by his family at his home in Canal Fulton.
Gary was born on September 1, 1943, to Dale and Claudia Wilson in Chattanooga, TN. He was raised in Harrisburg, PA, and moved to Akron, Ohio with his family as a teenager. He later moved to Canal...
Mary Lou Ciborek
Aug 12, 2024
Mary Lou Ciborek, 94, of Akron, passed away on August 12, 2024. She was born on August 1, 1930 to the late Joseph and Marie Berardi.
In addition to her parents, Mary Lou was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Ted in 1987. They had been married in 1954. Later her loving brother, Father James Berardi passed away in 2014.
Mary...
Russell Lee Frye
Aug 12, 2024
Russell Lee Frye, 70, passed away peacefully at home on August 12, 2024. Born in Akron, Ohio to Leonard and Edna (Swiger) Frye, he resided in the Akron area most of his life. Russ was a skilled tire mold hand finisher who enjoyed his work and retired from Caliber Mold. He was a philosopher, meaning lover of wisdom. Russ enjoyed...
Roger S. Taylor
Aug 11, 2024
Roger S. Taylor, 72, received his heavenly wings from the Lord on August 11, 2024 at the age of 72 years old after a long illness.
He was born on July 4, 1952 in Akron, Ohio to his beloved late mother Irene Taylor and his late father James C. Davis.
Roger graduated from Buchtel High School. He worked for the Broadview Developmental...
Joan Wolonsky
Aug 10, 2024
Joan Wolonsky of Mogadore, Ohio (Suffield Twp), age 89, was welcomed into heaven Saturday, August 10, 2024, peacefully at her home surrounded by her family.
Joan was born December 20, 1934, in Weston, WV to the late James and Bonnie (Davis) Williams.
She moved to the Akron area in 1951 and graduated from East High School in 1953. She married Frank Wolonsky...
Bernie G. Balit
Aug 10, 2024
Bernard Georges Balit, 49, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on August 10, 2024. He was born in Lebanon on October 5, 1974 to Georges and Mona {Chebli} Balit.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents Nelly and Adib Chebli and Zaki and Sarah Balit, mother-in-law Judy Farrar and godfather George Haddad.
Bernie is survived by his wife of 28 years, Barb;...
Thomas Paul Jones
Aug 9, 2024
Thomas P. "Tom" Jones, age 77, of Fairview Park, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2024 at Ames Family Hospice House. He was born on September 21, 1946 to the late Paul and Evelyn Jones in Akron, Ohio.
Tom worked as a car salesman before his retirement.
He is survived by his loving daughter, Christine M. Jones; sons, Jeff and Tom Jones;...
Richard D. Nicholson
Aug 9, 2024
Richard Douglas Nicholson, a man who lived life on his own terms and never missed an opportunity to make a lasting impression, peacefully took his last ride on his final voyage to Heaven on August 9, 2024 at the age of 71 surrounded by family. Born in West Virginia on March 31, 1953, he was a man of many talents...
Ruth Mary Harbert
Aug 9, 2024
Ruth Mary Harbert, 81, passed away on August 9, 2024, peacefully surrounded by family. She was born in Akron on December 20, 1942, to the late George and Margaret Kreitz. Ruth retired from U.S. Bank. She was a member Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church. Ruth loved walking, especially through the metro parks in NE Ohio. Above all, she was...
Patricia Gail Carr-Owen
Aug 8, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Patricia Gail Carr-Owen, who left this world on Thursday, August 8, 2024 at the age of 75. Patricia was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Pat was born on January 27, 1949 in Akron, OH to Morgan Helmick and Joyce Daniels. Patricia's life was a testament to...
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...
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