Obituaries
Eleanor R. Bynum
Mar 15, 2025
Eleanor R. Bynum, age 82, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on March 15, 2025 at Western Reserve Hospital. She was born on March 24, 1942 to Arthur and Evelyn (London) Vail in Windsor, Ontario, Canada.
Eleanor enjoyed painting, she could turn anything into a piece of art. She also loved cats, feeding the neighborhood raccoons and geese, and being outdoors. She...
Zachary Anthony Predojev
Mar 15, 2025
Zachary Anthony Predojev, born on November 22, 1995, in Akron, Ohio, left us far too soon on March 15, 2025. He embraced life with a spirit that was both hardworking and genuinely compassionate, traits that defined him to all who were fortunate enough to know him.
Zachary was a proud 2014 graduate of Ellet High School, a place where he not...
Darlene Louise James "Roary"
Mar 15, 2025
Darlene Louise James "Roary", 58, of Akron, passed away peacefully with her beloved family by her side on March 15, 2025, after battling a brain tumor for the past ten years.
Darlene was born in Akron on June 9, 1966 to Donald Brent and Ethel Louise James.
She graduated from Ellet High School in 1984 before earning her Bachelor Degree in Accounting...
Andrew Leon Patterson
Mar 14, 2025
Andy fell asleep in death March 14, 2025 surrounded by family and friends. He was born in Philadelphia Pa. in 1938 to Andrew and Geraldine Patterson. In 1952, the family moved from South Philadelphia to Germantown Pa. At Germantown High School, Andy excelled in track and football. He loved his cheesesteaks and scrapple and spending time with his family. He...
Sheila Kay Sanor
Mar 14, 2025
Sheila Kay Sanor, 80, passed away peacefully March 14, 2025 with family by her side. Born in Akron, Ohio to Arley and Edith (Bragg) Foster, she resided in Portage County most of her life. Sheila previously worked as a sales clerk at Hallmark. She enjoyed gardening, taking long drives in the country, watching Westerns and Hallmark movies, reading and spending...
Peggy A. Hill
Mar 13, 2025
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Margaret Ann (Barrett) Hill “Peggy”
1932 - 2025
Margaret Ann (Barrett) Hill, “Peggy”, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2025, following a massive stroke. Peggy is preceded in death by her parents, Clyde and Margaret Barrett and her loving husband of 68 years, Gene A. Hill. Peggy is survived by her three children, Debbie Gooden (Ed), Jeff Hill (Lynn), Robyn...
Linda K. Boarman
Mar 13, 2025
Linda K. Boarman, age 74, of Akron passed away on March 13, 2025. She was born on March 20, 1950, to the late Joseph and Mary Boarman. She enjoyed spending time at Springfield Lake, gardening and just being outside.
She is survived by her sons Derek Bell, and David (Patty) Lydic; several grandchildren; her companion of 11 years David Bachus; sisters...
Sandra Lee Popiel
Mar 13, 2025
Sandra Lee Popiel, born on June 11, 1947, in Akron, Ohio, departed this world on March 13, 2025, in Hartville, leaving behind a legacy as vibrant as the life she lived. She was an effervescent spirit, known for her outgoing personality and as the life of the party, drawing friends and family alike into her warm embrace. Sandra's laughter was...
Suzanne Swanson
Mar 12, 2025
Suzanne Swanson, a beloved figure and lifelong resident of Kent, Ohio, departed this world on March 12, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on May 11, 1950, in Butler County, Pennsylvania, Suzanne dedicated her life to her family and her community, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew her.
At the heart of Suzanne's life were her grandchildren, Gabrielle...
Frederick Morehead Sr.
Mar 11, 2025
Frederick V. Morehead Sr., was born June 28th, 1935 and passed away March 11th, 2025.
Frederick is proceeded in death by his son Lawrence Berkenstock; daughter Pamela Buchanan; and grandson Christopher Best.
He will be sadly missed by his beloved wife of 48 years Karen; and children Fred Morehead Jr., Vickie Gruber, John (Anita) Berkenstock and Tari Riley; As well as, many...
Pamela A. Murphy
Mar 11, 2025
Pamela (Tucker) Murphy, age 76, died on March 11, 2025 after a brief battle with cancer. She was born in Akron, Ohio and lived in Ohio most of her life. She retired from First Merit Bank and shared a long and happy retirement with her husband of 56 years, Jay Murphy. Pam enjoyed playing a variety of games with her...
James K. Tharp
Mar 11, 2025
James K. (Jim) Tharp passed away peacefully on March 11th, 2025 at the age of 88. He was born in Akron, Ohio in 1936 to the late William and Dorothy Tharp and was a lifelong resident of the area. After graduating from Springfield High School, he joined the U.S. Army and served in Germany. After that he went through trade...
Beatrice Woolridge
Mar 11, 2025
Beatrice Woolridge, 82, passed away on March 11, 2025, in Akron, Ohio. A woman of unwavering faith and boundless love, she leaves behind a legacy of devotion, resilience, and joy that will be cherished by all who knew her.
Born on October 9, 1942, Beatrice was the beloved daughter of Marjorie Heidelberg Glinn and Sam L. Glinn. From an early age,...
Violet I Christy
Mar 11, 2025
Violet I. Christy, 103, of Akron, passed away on March 11, 2025. She was born on November 16, 1921 to Joseph and Nellie Karn and resided her entire life in Akron, Ohio. She graduated from East High School and attended Hammel Business College. Violet was a woman of great faith and was a member of New Horizons Christian Church where...
Connie Vernino
Mar 9, 2025
Connie Vernino, 59, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2025 with her son by her side. Born in Latrobe, PA to Nujay and Alice (Moore) Vernino, she resided there until 2009 when she relocated to Portage County, OH. Connie enjoyed watching the Green Bay Packers, collecting horse pictures and spending time with her family.
Connie will be sadly missed by her...
Margaret L. Lundberg
Mar 8, 2025
Margaret Louise (Pankratz-Baker) Lundberg, age 86, of Akron, passed away on March 8, 2025 at St. Luke Lutheran Community. She was born on September 30, 1938 to the late George and Dorothy (Mason) Pankratz in Lorain, OH. She was raised by her grandparents, Gottlieb and Matilda Pankratz.
Margaret graduated from Lorain High School in the class of 1956. She received her...
Gaynel Tenney Mellott
Mar 8, 2025
Gaynel (Leppert) Tenney Mellott, born on August 3, 1938, in Yatesboro, PA, passed away on March 8, 2025 in Akron, OH after a brave but brief fight with cancer. She is preceded in death by husbands Carl Norman Tenney and Donald Gene Mellott. She was the beloved daughter of George W. Leppert and Annie Elizabeth (Kelly) Leppert-Ayers, and stepdaughter of...
David C. Woodhall
Mar 8, 2025
David C. Woodhall, age 80, of Akron, passed away peacefully at his home on March 8, 2025. He was born on April 27, 1944 to the late Charles and Betty. He graduated from Field High School. After high school, he went on to work for Goodyear where he eventually retired.
He was a longtime member of First EC Church of Akron,...
Jean Antoinette DeLuca
Mar 7, 2025
Jean Antoinette DeLuca, a cherished soul who graced the world with her vibrant spirit, was born on July 29, 1942, in Akron, Ohio. She left this earthly realm on March 7, 2025, in Canton, Ohio, leaving behind a legacy filled with love, laughter, and unwavering faith.
Jean's personality was a beautiful tapestry woven with threads of spirituality, passion, and devotion to...
Sheldon "Butch" Barlette, Jr.
Mar 7, 2025
Sheldon "Butch" Barlette, Jr., 78, passed away peacefully at home after a hard fought battle with cancer on March 7, 2025 surrounded by family. That morning brought a beautiful sunrise to usher him to Heaven.
Sheldon graduated from North High School in 1964, then The University of Akron in 1968 with a Business and Accounting Degree. He served his country as...
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