Obituaries
Linda D. Brown
Sep 16, 2023
Linda D. Brown (Barnard), 75, passed away on September 16, 2023 after a brief battle with cancer. She was born in Peninsula on August 23, 1948. Linda was a woman of faith. She lived life to the fullest and enjoyed decades long friendships but loved her family above all else. Linda is survived by her partner of 20 years Don...
Edward Walter Kapper
Sep 16, 2023
Edward "Ed" W. Kapper, 75, departed from our lives on Saturday, September 16, 2023. Edward was born the oldest of 6 children to the late Olga and Carl Kapper in Akron, Ohio on December 21, 1947. Ed worked in the trucking industry for most of his life. He retired from USF Holland Motorways in 2005. After retiring, he enjoyed most...
Jason M. Turner
Sep 15, 2023
Jason M. Turner passed away on September 15, 2023 at the age of 49. He was born to James and Carol Turner on July 20, 1974 in Canton, OH. He graduated from Jackson High School before attending Stark State College. Jason enjoyed mountain biking and tinkering with electronics. He is survived by his wife of 21 years, Terri Turner; parents,...
Louis C Ferraro
Sep 14, 2023
Louis Clement Ferraro, 89, passed away on September 14, 2023. He was born in Italy on March 2, 1934. He was an active member of Akron Club of the Deaf. Louis enjoyed watching all sports but he was an avid Pittsburg Steelers fan. He had many achievements but his greatest was his love for his family.He was preceded in death...
Naomi Lee Brantley
Sep 14, 2023
Naomi Lee Brantley, 76, of Akron, formerly of Cleveland, passed away on September 14, 2023 at Pleasant View Health Care Center. She was born in Cleveland on July 11, 1947. She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Hallie Burgan, and sister Elaine Ann Stewart-Campbell. Naomi is survived by her loving daughter, Deatra Hunt; son, James Hunt; sister...
Jacob Corea
Sep 13, 2023
Jacob Corea, 86, passed away peacefully September 13, 2023. Born in Cleveland, Ohio to Domenico and Rose Corea, he resided in the Hiram, Ohio area most of his life. Jake was a life long Mason and previously owned both the The Proud Pony in Bedford and The Grout Doctor. He enjoyed running his businesses and spending time with his family,...
Marylou Silvers
Sep 12, 2023
MaryLou Silvers, 90, passed away September 12, 2023 at her home. Born in Akron, Ohio to William and Mary (Tensuak) Benner, she lived in the Tallmadge/Brimfield area most of her life. She loved traveling the world, her favorites being Italy, London and Venice. MaryLou also enjoyed working in her yard, planting flowers and relaxing by the pool. Her greatest passion...
Charles W. Hastings
Sep 11, 2023
Charles "Chuck" Hastings, 61, went home to be with the Lord on September 11, 2023. He was born on May 20, 1962, the son of Harry and Norma Hastings Walsh. Chuck was a 1980 graduate of Garfield High School in Akron. Thereafter, he attended Ohio Diesel Tech in Cleveland, from which he graduated in 1981. His first job as a...
Larry H. Cook
Sep 11, 2023
Larry H. Cook, 79, of Akron, passed away on September 11, 2023 and is now dancing in Heaven with his wife, Mary Ann. Larry was born in Nashville, Tennessee on April 16, 1944 to the late Luther and Betty Cook. Larry's family relocated to the Akron area in his youth. After high school, Larry proudly served in the U.S. Marine...
Janice Lynn Dwyer
Sep 11, 2023
Janice Lynn Dwyer, 67, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her family on September 11, 2023, after a very long fight! Janice was born in Akron, Ohio, on June 12, 1956 to Clayton and Marcia Sandy. Janice lived in Akron all of her life, and raised her two children along side her husband of almost 49 yrs. She...
Arthur Edmund Cougenour
Sep 11, 2023
Arthur E. "Moose" Coughenour, 84, of Atwater, passed away at his home on September 11, 2023. He was born in Jeannette, PA on January 12, 1939 to the late Arthur M. Coughenour and Eva {Corbiser} Dorran. In addition to his parents, Arthur was preceded in death by his son-in-law Rob Harris. Arthur is survived by his loving wife of nearly...
Shirley Carol Kozy
Sep 11, 2023
Shirley Carol Kozy, 85, of Tallmadge, Ohio went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, September 11, 2023. Shirley was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was born in Akron, Ohio and graduated from Kenmore High School in 1955. She was a devoted full time homemaker and mother. Her greatest joy was being a grandma...
Richard Irvin Green
Sep 10, 2023
Richard Irvin Green, 79, went home to be with the Lord on September 10, 2023. Preceded in death by parents, Chester and Kathryn; in-laws, Fred and Louise Converse; sister-in-law, Carol Howard; and brothers, Robert, Marvin and Leonard. Survived by loving wife of 57 years, Adele; sons, Jeff (Robyn) and Philip (Lisa); ten grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; sisters, Susan Cassiday and Francine...
Pamela Jean Locke
Sep 10, 2023
Pamela Jean Locke "Pam", 66, of Cuyahoga Falls, went home to be with her Lord on September 10, 2023. Pam was born in Akron on July 21, 1957 to the late Chester and Helen Rummell. Pam was a woman of faith. She grew up attending the Cuyahoga Falls Church of the Nazarene and belonged to Green Family Worship Center as...
Frederick L. Gordon
Sep 10, 2023
Frederick L. "Fred" Gordon, 65, passed away on September 10, 2023. He was born on March 28, 1958 the son of the late Earl and Teresa Gordon. He was a lifelong truck driver and was known across the country for his CB handle "String Bean". Fred was a member of the Eagles and the Moose Club of Portage County. He...
James Glenn Davis Ii
Sep 10, 2023
James Glenn Davis II, 73, of Akron, passed away on September 10, 2023. Jim was born in Blue Ridge, Georgia on October 4, 1949 to the late James and Clara Jean Davis. He worked as a tire builder at General Tire for many years. Even after many processes were automated, Jim's skill set allowed him to hand build custom orders....
Marilou Catt
Sep 10, 2023
Marilou Catt, age 89, passed away September 10, 2023 at home with her family by her side. She was the last of 13 children, all born at home in Akron. She graduated from East High School and married the love of her life, Dick. They moved to Mogadore in 1969 and remained there to raise their family. She retired from...
Judy Ann Howard
Sep 10, 2023
In Memoriam: Judy {Johnson} HowardBorn: September 29, 1945 in Akron, OhioJudy {Johnson} Howard, a beloved figure in our community, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, September 10, 2023. She is survived by her devoted husband, John Howard. Judy was preceded in death by her parents, Helen and Gerald Johnson, and her son, John S. Howard. She will be fondly remembered...
Susan V. Sheets
Sep 10, 2023
Susan V. Sheets passed away on September 10, 2023 at the age of 83. She was born on October 10, 1939 in Uledi, PA to Harry and Laoma Pike. She is preceded in death by her husband, Albert M. Sheets; sons, Millard Drushal III and Timothy Drushal; and daughter, Christine Drushal.Susan is survived by her children, Laoma Drushal and Karen...
Diana L. Legg
Sep 9, 2023
Diana L. Legg, 65, passed away on September 9, 2023. She was born on March 19, 1958 in Akron, Ohio. She retired after 25 years of dedicated service from Ravenna Lamp Plant GE. Diana enjoyed gardening and attending to her beautiful flowers. She was a devoted Grandma never missing a game or sporting events. She will always be remembered for...
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