Obituaries
Marianna Hamrick
Nov 28, 2023
Marianna Hamrick passed away on November 28, 2023 at the age of 80. She was born on August 22, 1943 in Akron, Ohio to the late William Harold and Kathryn Homeier. She attended Our Lady of the Elms High School where she was the first National Merit Scholar in the history of the school. After graduation, she attended the University...
Carly Ann Reese
Nov 26, 2023
Carly Ann ReeseOn November 26, 2023, Carly Ann Reese, loving daughter to Mike and Kathy, and sister to Erica, Chelsie and Zachary, passed away unexpectedly at the way too young age of 34. Carly was born, along with her triplet sisters, on September 29, 1989. She was the love and laughter to our family and everyone who knew her. She...
Thomas A. Rogalski
Nov 26, 2023
Thomas A. Rogalski, 76, passed away November 26, 2023 surrounded by his family. Born in Cleveland, Ohio to Joseph and Clara (Bogdon) Rogalski, he resided in both Cleveland and Green his entire life. Tom enjoyed boating, fishing, woodworking, tinkering in the garage and spending time with his family and friends.In addition to his parents, Tom was preceded in death by...
Richard E. Bailey
Nov 26, 2023
Richard E. "Rick" Bailey, 60, of Kent, passed away on November 26, 2023. He was born in Warren, Ohio on May 3, 1963, son to the late Rex and Geraldine (Lute) Bailey. He was also preceded in death by his son Bradley Bailey and brother Mack Bailey. Rick was a truck driver for 40 years, handle "Husky" and for 16...
Michael Connolly
Nov 25, 2023
Michael Connolly, 85, passed away November 25, 2023 after a short illness. He was born in Youngstown, Ohio on September 18, 1938. Raised on Akron's North Hill, he graduated from North High in 1956 and went on to the University of Akron and Purdue University, where he earned his Master's Degree to become a Structural Engineer. He was an avid...
Robert Allen Zimmerman
Nov 25, 2023
Robert Zimmerman passed away on November 25, 2023 at the age of 87. He was preceded in death by his parents, Chauncy and Leona Zimmerman; loving wife, Roberta; sisters, Doris (Sam) Warnick and Donna Zimmerman. He is survived by his daughters, Debbi (Eric) Hartline and Kathie (Jack) Davis; grandchildren, Shannon (Blaine) Maze, Cory (Kate) Hartline and Kristen (Evan) Johnson; great-grandchildren,...
Jeffrey A. Sturm
Nov 25, 2023
Jeffrey A. Sturm, 66, of Akron, passed away on November 25, 2023. Jeff was born in Akron on November 3, 1957 to the late Charles T. and Betty J. Sturm.Jeff was a truck driver for over 25 years, most recently driving for Thomas Transport. In his free time, he loved working on cars, listening to music, and spending time with...
Margaret Kirby
Nov 25, 2023
Margaret Kirby, 90, of Akron, went home to the Lord on November 25, 2023. She was born on July 27,1933; the daughter of the late Frank and Daisy Shane. She was a woman of great faith, and was an active member of Goodyear Heights United Methodist Church. Margaret was an avid Cleveland and Ohio State sports fan. She was happiest...
John A. Fox Sr.
Nov 24, 2023
John A. Fox Sr., 87, passed away on November 24, 2023. He was born on August 9, 1936 the son of the late Jack and Grace Fox. John graduated from Tallmadge High School. He was a man of faith and was a member of Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church. He retired after 42 years of dedicated service from Rodeway...
Catherine L. Todd
Nov 24, 2023
Catherine L. Todd, 76, of Atwater, passed away on November 24, 2023. She was born on March 14, 1947 to the late Robert and Colleen {Pilliod} Baker. In addition to her parents, Catherine was preceded in death by her husband Tom and granddaughter Kaitlynn. Catherine is survived by her loving children JoAnn (Rich) English, Chuck (Rachel) Snyder and Mick (Sue)...
David D. Baughman
Nov 23, 2023
David Baughman passed away after a short illness at the age of 57 on November 23rd 2023, with his loving wife, Kay, children, Macie (Jake) and Josie, and their family dog, Trixie, by his side. David was born on April 4th 1966 in Akron, Ohio to Frank and Rose (Sabistina) Baughman.David graduated from Ellet High School in 1984 and went...
Anthony Edward Lorkowski
Nov 23, 2023
Anthony Edward Lorkowski, 79, of Akron, passed away at his home surrounded by his family on November 23, 2023. He was born on December 4, 1943 to the late Max and Sophie {Matyjasic} Lorkowski. In addition to his parents, Anthony was preceded in death by his son Ted, grandson Matthew and brothers Max, Ted and Jim. On March 22, 1968...
Michael L. Skibiski
Nov 23, 2023
Michael L. Skibiski, 74, of Ravenna, passed away at his home, surrounded by family on November 23, 2023. He was born on October 2, 1949 to the late Edward P. and Beulah {Evans} Skibiski. On February 21, 1975 he married Ruth {Hereford} Skibiski. She survives, along with their daughter, Julia Skibiski; son, Steven (Sarah) Skibiski; grandchildren Shawna Skibiski, Isaac Worthy...
Duane T. Goodrich
Nov 22, 2023
Duane "Duke" Goodrich (1950-2023)Duane, known by family and friends as Duke, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, November 22nd 2023. Duke was born to Dale & Leah Jane Goodrich in Waverly, NY on March 9, 1950. The family moved to Ohio shortly after and eventually settled in North Akron. Duke graduated from North High School in 1969, it was there he...
Paulette Wilcox
Nov 22, 2023
Paulette Wilcox, 75, passed away November 22, 2023 surrounded by her family. Born in Rosemont, WV to Russell Helmick and Violet Gibson, she resided in Akron, Ohio her entire adult life. Paulette enjoyed watching soap operas as well as shows about Alaska and spending time with her beloved family.In addition to her parents Paulette was preceded in death by her...
Mark E. Andrews
Nov 22, 2023
Mark E Andrews, 69, of Akron, passed away on November 22, 2023. He was born on September 24, 1954 the son of the late Robert and Frances Andrews. Mark graduated from Green High School with the class of 1972. He retired as a Delivery Driver from FedEx, DHL, Fussy and Model Ore Ohio. He enjoyed working on cars and tinkering...
Roy H. Greathouse
Nov 22, 2023
Roy H. Greathouse, of Uniontown, passed away on November 22, 2023, just eleven days after his 99th birthday. He was born on November 11, 1924 in Clendenin, West Virginia to the late Virgil and Flora Greathouse.Roy retired from General Tire after over 30 years of service. He was a very hard worker and made friends wherever he went.Roy was an...
James Winford Finch
Nov 21, 2023
James Winford Finch, known to his friends as Jim, passed away at home on November 21, 2023. He was born in Gruetli-Laager, Tennessee on June 3, 1943 to the late Burton and Edith (Turner) Finch. Jim retired from Ohio Edison after over 30 years of service.In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his sister, Amie Fults...
Lorna M. Norton
Nov 21, 2023
Lorna M. Norton, 76, of Akron, passed away peacefully after a long illness surrounded by her family on November 21, 2023. She was born in Akron, Ohio on February 8, 1947 to the late Ralph and Leona Hershberger.Lorna spent most of her career in the asphalt industry, working for Thomas Asphalt and McCourt Construction over the years. She retired from...
Alice M. Kreitzburg
Nov 21, 2023
Alice M. Kreitzburg, 68, passed away on November 21, 2023. She was born on August 20, 1955 the daughter of the late James and Anna Stewart. She graduated with the class of 1973 from Springfield High School. She retired from Giant Eagle after 30 years of dedicated service. Alice volunteered as a Lady Auxillary for both Lakemore Village and Springfield...
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