Obituaries
Joseph W. Stimpfel Iii
Oct 31, 2023
Joseph W. "Joe" Stimpfel III went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 31, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his mother Pauline {Malson} Copple, father Joseph W. Stimpfel Jr., and sons Eric and Joseph. He is survived by his wife Theresa; daughter Crystal (Steve); son Tyler (Amanda); grandsons Devin, Brycen, Gavin, Aiden,...
Patricia Ann Bowers
Oct 30, 2023
Patricia A. Bowers passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on October 30, 2023 at the age of 89. She was born on January 26, 1934 to the late Pearl and Agnes Sullivan in Marietta, Ohio. She moved to Akron, Ohio in 1940. Patricia married Max Bowers on September 16, 1955. They were life-long residents of Munroe Falls, Ohio....
Harold Russel Vunderink
Oct 29, 2023
Harold Russel Vunderink, 77, passed away at home on October 29, 2023. Born in Akron, Ohio to Harold and Arline (Heudorf) Vunderink, he was a lifelong area resident. Rusty was a Veteran of the U.S. Air Force and he worked as a Field Service Technician, also running his own business after retirement. He enjoyed visiting his cabin in Woodsfield, Ohio,...
Gladys Ann West
Oct 29, 2023
Gladys Ann West, 89, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2023. Born in Spencer, West Virginia to Porter and Vessie (Kessell) Paxton, she lived in the Akron area most of her adult life. She was a plain spoken lady who enjoyed going to church, listening to music, watching Jeopardy and the Dallas Cowboys as well as spending time with her...
Linda S. Turner
Oct 29, 2023
Linda S. Turner, 56, went home to be with her Lord on Oct. 29, 2023. She was born July 2, 1967 in Barberton, OH to the late James and Ruth (Garrison) Turner. She graduated from Kenmore High School in 1985, where she played the clarinet in the marching band. She had fond memories of the two trips to Florida with...
Patricia Kay Robinson
Oct 28, 2023
Patricia K. (nee Winkleman) Robinson passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on October 28, 2023 at the age of 79. She was born in Akron, Ohio to the late Joseph and Veronica Winkleman on May 9, 1944. She graduated from Mogadore High School. She is preceded in death by her loving husband, Harry Robinson.She is survived by her...
Dennis Allen Lemons
Oct 28, 2023
Dennis "Denny" A. Lemons, 71, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on October 28, 2023 after an extended illness. Denny was born in Akron, Ohio where he spent his entire life. He was a kind and generous man who greeted everyone with a smile and hug, and made those around him feel comfortable and appreciated. He retired...
Grace Alice Kennedy
Oct 28, 2023
Grace Alice Kennedy, 63, of Akron, passed away on October 28, 2023. She was born in Steubenville, OH on November 23, 1959 to the late Helen {Popolowski} Morris. In addition to her mother, Grace was preceded in death by her best friend and pseudo-sister Diane Waugh. On August 22, 1998 she married John Kennedy. He survives, along with daughter, Amanda...
Mary K. Fletcher
Oct 28, 2023
Mary K. Fletcher passed away on October 28, 2023 at the age of 90. She was born on January 31, 1933 in Marietta, Ohio to the late Abraham and Kay Allen. She graduated from Cambridge High School. Mary met her husband in Cambridge, Ohio and went on to have four children. She spent her life loving and caring for her...
Carole R. Righter
Oct 28, 2023
Carole R. Righter, 82, of Cuyahoga Falls passed away peacefully October 28, 2023. Carole was born in Wadsworth Ohio to Jay and Ruth Simpson on August 29, 1941. She married William (Bill) Righter on July 31, 1965. Bill and Carole were married 53 years until his passing. She ran their family upholstery business for over 40 years with Bill and...
Richard O. Michael
Oct 27, 2023
On the evening of Friday, October 27, 2023, Richard O. Michael closed his eyes and reopened them in the loving arms of God.Born in Akron to parents, Clarence and Olive, Richard went on to the University of Colorado, where he obtained his PhD in Organic Chemistry, later working for Temple University.Known in the Akron/Hartville area as "The Can Man", Richard...
Raymond H. Beech
Oct 27, 2023
Raymond H. Beech, 93, of Akron, passed away on October 27, 2023. Raymond was born on December 8, 1929 the son of Raymond and Clara Beech. Raymond owned and operated Marlin Tool for many years. He was a member of the Moose Lodge in Cuyahoga Falls. Raymond enjoyed tractors and boating. He never failed to brighten a room with his...
Roger D. Booth Ii
Oct 27, 2023
Roger D. Booth II, 44, of Akron, passed away at home surrounded by loved ones on October 27, 2023. Roger was born on August 9, 1979 in Akron to Roger and Linda Booth Sr. He graduated from Ellet High School in 1997 and spent several years as a DJ for various parties and events. He met Jill Booth through mutual...
Linda C. Turkovich
Oct 26, 2023
Linda Christine Turkovich, beloved Mother of Ryan Skamer and Dylan (Danae) Skamer and loving grandmother of Brixton Skamer, Arrow Mason, Derika Hastings, and Savannah Hastings entered into rest on October 23, 2023. She was preceded in death by her Father, Vincent Turkovich and by her Brother, Vincent (Bud) Turkovich. In addition to her immediate family, she is survived by her...
James Lawrence Cochran, Jr.
Oct 25, 2023
James Lawrence "Larry" Cochran Jr. passed away suddenly on October 24th, 2023 at the age of 66. He was loved by his family and friends and will be dearly missed.He was preceded in death by his father, James Lawrence Cochran Sr.Larry is survived by his four children: Natasha Cochran, David Cochran, Anna Cochran (Aaron) and Nathaniel Cochran. His four grandchildren,...
William Charles Patterson Jr.
Oct 25, 2023
William "Charlie" Patterson Jr., 60, of Akron, passed away on October 25, 2023. He was born on April 14, 1963 to the late William C. Patterson and Darlene (Glenn) Hahn.In addition to his parents, Charlie was preceded in death by his sister Chris Mullinax. Charlie is survived by his loving daughters Brittany Patterson and Angel Wunder; son, Shawn Patterson; grandson...
Richard D. Owens
Oct 25, 2023
Richard D. Owens, 74, passed away at home on October 25, 2023 surrounded by those who loved him.Preceded in death by parents, Helen and James, and brother, Bob, he will be sadly missed by his wife, Cathy; daughter, Lesley (Mark) Nicodemus; granddaughters, Marissa and Lauren Nicodemus; sister-in-law, Bev Owens and nephew, Jeff Owens of Vero Beach, FL.Rich was a union...
Amah Sue Antes
Oct 25, 2023
Amah Sue Antes, 85, of Akron, passed away on October 25, 2023. She was born in Jefferson City, MO on November 16, 1937 to the late Albert and Pansy {Razor} Griffith.In addition to her parents, Sue was preceded in death by her son Edward Antes; daughter-in-law Phyllis Antes.On February 5, 1956, she married Henry "Hank" Antes. He survives, along with...
Mark D. Anderson
Oct 24, 2023
Mark D. Anderson, 49, passed away on October 24, 2023. He was born on November 25, 1973 the son of Ronald Anderson and Sharon Recklaw of Akron. He graduated from East High School. Mark enjoyed golfing, being outdoors and working on cars. Mark is survived by his mother Sharon (Bert) Recklaw; father Ronald (Linda) Anderson; sister Michelle Anderson; son Mark...
Dean W. Stephenson
Oct 24, 2023
Dean W. Stephenson, 67, passed away unexpectedly on October 24, 2023. Born in Akron, Ohio to Dean and Bernice (Lecorchick) Stephenson, he was a lifelong area resident. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his infant sister, Bethany; step-son, John Akers. He will be sadly missed by his sons, Matthew (Brenna), Daniel (Christina); grandchildren, David, Anna,...
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