Obituaries
Mary K. Kightlinger
Aug 25, 2023
Mary K. Kightlinger (nee Allison), 75, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on August 25, 2023. She was born on May 16, 1948 in Ravenna, Ohio to the late Richard and Grace Allison. She graduated from Stow High School in 1966. Mary was a talented and creative woman who loved painting, crafting, and flower arranging. She...
Fay Geraldine Kelly
Aug 24, 2023
Fay Geraldine Kelly, 87, of Akron, passed away peacefully at her home, with her loving family by her side on the evening August 24, 2023. She was born on December 19, 1935 to the late Gordon and Vivian {Sweitzer} Shepherd. In addition to her parents, Fay was preceded in death by her husband Robert J. Kelly, and their son, Michael...
Louis Ralph Perrotta Jr.
Aug 23, 2023
To share a memory of Louis or leave a special message for his family, please visit the guestbook below.Louis Ralph 'Lou" Perrotta Jr., age 93 of Akron, Ohio, died on August 23, 2023. He was born on May 6, 1930 in Donora, Pennsylvania, the son of the late Louis Ralph and Assunta Sarah (nee Costa) Perrotta Sr.Lou was an honorably...
Andrew Millard Emerick
Aug 23, 2023
Born in Akron, Ohio to Anne Jones (nee Buzek) and Joseph Emerick. Andy served in S. Korea with the US Army in 1966. After his service, he worked on the railroad in California before returning to Ohio to work in construction as a plumber. Andy was active in the American Legion with 36 continuous years of membership. Andy served one...
Gloria Lee Magrell
Aug 23, 2023
Gloria L. Magrell, 89, of Akron, passed away peacefully at home on August 23, 2023. She was born in Lakemore on June 3, 1934 to Jack and Ada {Johnson} Williams.In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by 9 siblings. Gloria is survived by her loving children Vicky Magrell, Sandra (Mike) Williams, Brenda King and Jack Magrell; grandchildren...
Charles Franklin King
Aug 23, 2023
Charles Franklin King, 86, of Tallmadge, passed away on August 23, 2023. He was born in Richwood, WV on April 30, 1937 to the late Walter and Beulah {Case} King. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Charlotte (Thomas) Hager, brother Bernard King, sisters-in-law Mary Evans and Kay Euler.Charles is survived by his loving...
Frank Glenn Jones
Aug 22, 2023
On the 27th day of November 1957 in Bedford, Ohio, Henry and Nancy Jones gave birth to Frank Glenn. He was the third of nine children. Frank was a retired veteran in the US Army. Art was in Frank's bones, he could draw these wonderful landscape pictures with only using ink pens. He was well known for his amazing ability...
Donald George Nicodemus
Aug 22, 2023
TOGETHER AGAINDonald George Nicodemus passed away in his sleep on August 22, 2023 at 86 years of age. He was born on October 7, 1936 in Akron, Ohio to Donald and Mildred Nicodemus. He graduated from East High School in 1954. He helped raise 4 boys while working at Goodyear for eleven years, while finishing his Bachelor's degree at Kent...
Frank Bernard
Aug 22, 2023
Frank Bernard, 75, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on August 22, 2023. Born in Youngstown, Ohio to Joseph and Betty Bernard, he had been a resident of Green, Ohio since 1991. He graduated from Liberty High School in 1965 and entered the U. S. Air Force in 1966. He worked at Packard Electric from 1966 to...
Shirley M. Myers
Aug 21, 2023
Shirley Myers, 89, of Akron, Ohio passed away on Monday, August 21, 2023 after a long fight with Alzheimer's Disease. A lifelong resident of Akron, Shirley was born to the late Robert and Lona (Myers) Bishop on May 4, 1934.In addition to her parents, Shirley was preceded in death by her sister Barbara Harriman and brothers Richard and Robert Bishop.Shirley...
Virginia M. Fishburn
Aug 21, 2023
Virginia M. Fishburn of Akron, Ohio passed away on August 21, 2023, just four months shy of her 100th birthday. Visitation at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron on Tuesday, August 29 from 5-8 p.m. Funeral service at Newcomer on Wednesday at 12:30 p.m. Officiating the service will be the Reverend Dr. Joe Burckhardt.Virginia is survived by her...
Kenneth Robert Harkins
Aug 21, 2023
Kenneth Robert "Kenny" Harkins, age 84 of Atwater, Ohio died on August 21, 2023 at his home. He was born on May 16, 1939 in Allentown, PA, the son of the late Vincent Marsh Harkins and Gertrude (nee Rhoads) Harkins Schlegel. At the age of five, Kenny's father passed away and his mother remarried and his late step-father, Joseph Lester...
Dean G. Cole
Aug 21, 2023
Dean G. Cole, 65, passed away on August 21, 2023. He was born on October 4, 1957 the son of Ted and Judith Bennington. Dean always looked forward to fishing with his family and friends. He was an avid Cleveland Browns Fan and Guardian's Fan. He also enjoyed watching NASCAR. He was known as being reserved yet would "delight" his...
Leona Mae Treen
Aug 20, 2023
Leona M. "Lea" Treen passed away on August 20, 2023 at the age of 86. She was born in Mogadore, Ohio to William and Leona Marshall on December 24, 1936. She graduated from Suffield High School, class of 1954. After school, she worked at various jobs but landed in tax preparation where she worked for over 60 years. Leona owned...
John R. Kissel Sr.
Aug 19, 2023
John R. Kissel Sr., 81, of Akron, Ohio entered into God's Kingdom on August 19, 2023. He was born in Randolph, Ohio on April 7, 1942, to the late Ruth (nee Wiley) and Raymond Kissel. John was a lifetime resident of Akron's North Hill neighborhood, graduating from North High School where he met his loving wife Rosemary. They loved each...
James D. Rasnick
Aug 19, 2023
James D. Rasnick, 68, passed into the arms of Jesus on August 19, 2023. He was born on September 5, 1954 the son of John and Dorothy Rasnick. James graduated from Field High School and then graduated from Akron University with his bachelors in Business Administration. He retired with over 25 years of dedicated service from Kent State University. James...
Anna Kovalycsik
Aug 18, 2023
Anna Kovalycsik, 93, of New Jersey, passed away on August 18, 2023 at Danbury of Tallmadge. She was born in Czechoslovakia on February 16, 1930 to the late John and Mary Rusinko.In addition to her parents, Anna was preceded in death by her husband, George Kovalycsik; brother John Rusinko. Anna is survived by her loving son, Terry (Joyce) Kovalycsik; grandchildren...
Shirley Ann Sullinger
Aug 18, 2023
Shirley Ann Sullinger (Northeim), 90, of Kent, went to be with her Lord and Savior on August 18th, 2023. She was a devoted wife of 65 years to the late Arthur Sullinger. She is survived by her beloved children David (Diane), Glenn (Theresa), and Paul (Milissa); 6 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren.Shirley was an avid tole painter. She loved teaching her...
Lori Jeanette Norris
Aug 18, 2023
Lori Jeanette {Smith} Norris, 47, passed away on August 18, 2023 following an extended illness. Lori spent her final day surrounded by family with the excellent staff of University Hospital in Cleveland.Lori was born on January 22, 1976 to Toni Lynn {Halliwell} Zenar and Ron Smith. She grew up and spent her early life in Doylestown, OH raised by parents...
Dona J. Baker
Aug 17, 2023
Dona J. Baker, age 70 of Bridgeport, Ohio, died on August 17, 2023 at Wheeling Hospital in West Virginia. She was born on October 13, 1952 in Wheeling, West Virginia, the daughter of the late Donald Davis and Emma Jean(nee Smith) Davis Remis.Dona was a homemaker who enjoyed taking care of her family. She was the rock of the family....
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