Obituaries
Roberta C. Brunton
Nov 12, 2023
Roberta C. Brunton, 77, passed away on November 12, 2023. She was born on November 7, 1946 the daughter of the late Frank and Betty Konkle. She was a woman of great faith and was a member of the First Freedom Baptist Church. In her younger years she was a Girl Scout leader and helped with 4-H club. She always...
Raymond D. Kutz
Nov 12, 2023
Raymond D. Kutz, 52, of Akron, passed away on November 12, 2023. He was born on October 16, 1971 the son of the late Raymond and Danielle Kutz. He was an artistic man of many talents whether it be making homemade gifts for family, drawing, mechanics and anything in between. He was an avid Cleveland Browns fan and was a...
Philip Jerome White
Nov 11, 2023
Philip White, 58, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on November 11, 2023. He was born on March 26, 1965 to the late Richard and Carol {Kline} White.Phil was a talented musician as well as a skilled carpenter. He instilled in his children the incredible love and knowledge of music. He taught us to love and respect nature, and all living...
Norman Ralph Lund
Nov 11, 2023
Norman Ralph Lund, 88, of Akron, passed away on November 11, 2023. A lifelong resident of Akron, he was born on October 7, 1935 to the late Ralph and Gertrude {Titchworth} Lund. In addition to his parents, Norm was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Shirley in 2019, their son, Ralph in 2008, dearly loved in-laws George (Gladys) Miller,...
Fred Harland Pritchard Jr.
Nov 11, 2023
Fred Harland Pritchard Jr., 83, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away at his home, surrounded by family on November 11, 2023. He was born in Akron on January 7, 1940 to the late Fred H. Pritchard Sr. and Louise {Hull} Pritchard. Fred is survived by his longtime companion Patti Moseley; loving daughters, Carla (Cliff) Peterson and Crestlynn (Rich) Frasier; son, Rodney...
Roger Kent Miller
Nov 11, 2023
Roger Kent Miller, 86, passed away peacefully at home on November 11, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. Born in Clay County, West Virginia, he resided in the Akron, Ohio area all of his adult life. Kent was a longtime member of the Masons as well as AA. He enjoyed hunting, gardening, hiking with his grandchildren, playing jokes on his...
Teresa Marie Walsh
Nov 9, 2023
Teresa Marie Walsh (Garcia), 49, of Tallmadge, passed away unexpectedly on November 9, 2023 with her beloved family by her side. She was born on December 16, 1973 in San Jose, California and moved to Ohio as a teen. She graduated from East High School in 1992. Teresa met Bill Walsh in 1993, they married on March 16, 1996. As...
Aaron Michael Davis
Nov 9, 2023
Aaron Michael Davis Died November 9, 2023 Aaron was born in Akron, Ohio November 4, 1968, to high school sweethearts Joann (Ostrowske) and Jim Davis. He and his brothers, Jack and Ethan grew up having lots of adventures in a neighborhood full of friends – bike riding, fort building, skateboarding. Aaron found his love of percussion in school, and it...
Betty G. Turner
Nov 9, 2023
Betty G. Turner, 65, of Akron, passed away on November 9, 2023. She was born on September 14, 1958 the daughter of the late Thomas and Clara Bunner. She was a woman of great faith and attended the Lord's House of Prayer. Betty devoted her life to being a special needs foster mother, providing love and care to many children....
James L. Oliver
Nov 8, 2023
James L. "Oli" Oliver, 72, passed away after a long illness on Wednesday, November 8, 2023. He was a proud U. S. Air Force Veteran who served 20 years with the Ohio National Guard.Jim leaves behind his wife of 33 years, Darlene Oliver; children, Douglas (Tammy) Whited, Candace Whited-Rini; grandchildren, Quartni and Cameron Whited, Briana, David, Madalyn and Isaiah Rini;...
Thomas E. Kreighbaum Jr.
Nov 7, 2023
Thomas E. Kreighbaum Jr., 64, of Streetsboro, passed away suddenly on November 7, 2023. He was born in Barberton on March 17, 1959 to the late Thomas and Martha Kreighbaum Sr. Tom was a simple man who loved spending time with his family and friends. He had a huge heart and would do anything for anyone. He was happiest near...
Alex A. Kayla
Nov 7, 2023
Alex Kayla , 81, of Uniontown, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on November 7, 2023. Alex retired from May Department Stores where he was employed for 36 years.Alex is survived by his wife, Joyce; daughters, Debbie and Christine (Richard); brother, Larry (Carol); sister-in-law, Kathy (Jim); grandchildren, Gary Jr, Meagan, Zachary, and Micah; many loving nieces, nephews, and other relatives.He was preceded...
Linda Sue Hanks
Nov 5, 2023
Linda S. Hanks passed away on November 5, 2023 at the age of 77. She was born to the late Walter and Elda Hughes on March 8, 1946. Linda worked at JC Penney's for many years and made numerous friends. She enjoyed being with family, listening to rock music and playing Mahjong.In addition to her parents, she is preceded in...
Imogene Lonsbury
Nov 5, 2023
Imogene "Imy" Lonsbury, 87, went home to be with her Lord after a short illness on November 5, 2023. She was born on March 3, 1936 the daughter of the late Harry and Geraldine Coontz. She was a woman of faith and kept in God's word reading the Bible, and coloring inspirational drawings. She retired after 26 years of dedicated...
Jeffrey G. Booth
Nov 5, 2023
Jeffrey Glenn Booth, 66, of Coventry, passed away on November 5, 2023. He was born on June 24, 1957 the son of Glenn Booth and Jean Sowards of Huntington, West Virginia. Jeff was employed as a Merchant Marine for 10 years and retired from long haul truck driving after 15 years. He lived life to the fullest working different jobs...
Kathleen Goodheart
Nov 4, 2023
Kathleen "Kathy" Goodheart, 73, passed away November 4, 2023 after an extended illness. Born in Akron, Ohio to Julius and Jennie (Brobst) Goodheart, she resided in the Akron area most of her life. Kathy enjoyed crafting, shopping, her birds and dogs as well as spending time with her best friend.In addition to her parents, Kathy was preceded in death by...
Paul Bryan Payne
Nov 3, 2023
Paul Bryan Payne, 51, of Copley, passed away on November 3, 2023. He was born in Akron, Ohio on February 20, 1972 to the late Paul F. and Peggy {Scruggs} Payne, whom he missed dearly.Paul is survived by his loving fiancée Shelly Wenhold; dear friend Walter Poulson; cherished Phi Delta Sigma fraternity brothers from the College of Wooster; and many...
Gary R. Parker
Nov 2, 2023
Gary R. Parker passed away on November 2, 2023 at the age of 79. He was born in Akron, Ohio on October 28, 1944. He graduated from Ellet High School in 1962 before joining the United States Army. Gary served his country in the Vietnam War where he earned many different medals. He retired after 25 years from Kiwi Promotional...
Duane Lee Yerkey
Nov 2, 2023
Duane Lee "Butch" Yerkey, 79, passed away peacefully at home on November 2, 2023. Born in Akron, Ohio to Jess and Ruth Yerkey, he was a lifelong area resident. Duane was a talented machinist and gunsmith who enjoyed working in his shop, vintage motorcycles and engines, working his homemade sawmill and spending time with his children. In addition to his...
Jessica Mae Culbertson Balla
Nov 2, 2023
Jessica Mae Culbertson Balla, 40, of Akron, passed away on November 2, 2023. She was born on January 15, 1983 to Michele Culbertson.She was preceded in death by her fur-kids, Ghost Face Killah and Cathy.On October 13, 2021 she married Robert Balla. He survives, along with mother Michele; step-children Ilya and Gavin Balla; sisters Amber Culbertson and Brandi (Bryan) Owen;...
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