Obituaries
James L. "Jim" Kavali
Oct 22, 2025
James L. "Jim" Kavali, 75, passed away peacefully at home October 22, 2025 surrounded by his family and best friend, Buddy. Born in Akron, Ohio to Frank and Ruth (Black) Kavali, he was a lifelong area resident. Jim graduated from Tallmadge High School in 1968 and retired from Pipefitters Local 219 in 2006. Known for his quick wit and sense...
Maxine Caton
Oct 22, 2025
Sadly after living just shy of 100 years, Maxine Caton departed to the sweet heavens where her husband along with two of her children and one grandchild were waiting for her mighty presence. She lived a life that was totally her way.
She was born November 3, 1925 in Carmel, Kentucky and graduated from Dennison High School. Maxine went on to...
Sharon L. Talley-Davis
Oct 21, 2025
Sharon Talley, age 64, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2025, at Akron General Hospital, surrounded by her loved ones.
Born in Wurzug, Germany, Sharon spent her childhood moving across the country as part of a proud military family. Those early experiences helped shape her strength, adaptability, and compassion—qualities she carried throughout her life. She eventually made Akron...
Carolyn "Mickey" McElwain-Lloyd
Oct 20, 2025
Carolyn M. "Mickey" McElwain-Lloyd, 83, of Tallmadge, passed away on October 20, 2025. She was born in Harrison Co., WV on January 8, 1942 to the late Chester and Carrie {Meadows} George.
In addition to her parents, Mickey was preceded in death by her husbands Charles McElwain and Thomas Lloyd, grandson Chuck McElwain and all of her siblings.
Mickey is survived by...
Carlene Scott
Oct 20, 2025
Carlene Scott, 80, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on October 20, 2025 in the comfort of her home.
She was born on January 19, 1945 in Raccoon, Kentucky to the late Wheeler and Esther Ramey. She attended both Liberty Freewill Baptist Church and True Vine Old Regular Baptist Church. Carlene was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and...
Milton Eugene Grant
Oct 19, 2025
Our beloved Milton Eugene Grant.
Milton Eugene Grant, born on July 27, 1938, in Mexico, Missouri, was the fourth of six children to Raymond and Gladys Grant. At the age of seven, Milton moved to Akron, Ohio, where he later graduated from the Old South High School in 1958. He was a proud father to three children: Yvette, Carla, and Garland.
On...
Winston D. Collins
Oct 19, 2025
Winston D. Collins, 82, passed away peacefully at home October 19, 2025 surrounded by his family. Born in West Virginia to Everett Collins and Bessie Moore, he resided in the Akron, Ohio area all of his adult life. Winston was a U. S. Navy Veteran and he retired as a truck driver. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and watching NASCAR.
In addition...
Shirley M. Wasmund
Oct 19, 2025
In loving memory of Shirley M. Wasmund, who departed this world on October 19, 2025, at the age of 92. Born on March 19, 1933, in Cumberland, MD, Shirley brought immeasurable joy and warmth to those around her, leaving behind a legacy of love that will forever resonate in the hearts of her family.
Shirley was a woman of great humor,...
Irvin Eugene Stevens
Oct 18, 2025
Irvin Eugene Stevens passed away suddenly on October 18, 2025. He was born on June 19, 1937, in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania, to the late Irvin O. Young and Alma M. Stevens. As a young man growing up in Pennsylvania, he was known to family and friends as “Gene.”
After graduating from high school in 1955, Irvin joined the United States Air Force....
Donna Leanne Chavis
Oct 18, 2025
Donna Leanne Chavis, 71, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on October 18, 2025. Donna was born in Ravenna, Ohio on September 26, 1954 to the late Thomas and Joan Beck.
After graduating from Waterloo High School, Donna began her career as a nursing assistant and home health aide. Her loving, kind hearted spirit led her to care...
Marjorie Eileen Jenkins
Oct 17, 2025
Marjorie Eileen Jenkins born to Harold Domie and Oshel (Starcher) Potts in Roane County West Virginia on January 15, 1942. She passed away peacefully at her home in Tallmadge, Ohio on October 17, 2025 after a brief illness.
Eileen was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers Harold, Howard and Larry Potts, her dear sisters Dorothy Stimmel and Earlenia (Potts)...
John Wesley Hawkins
Oct 17, 2025
John W. Hawkins, 74, of Akron, passed away on October 17 while in hospice care, surrounded by loved ones.
John was born on January 4, 1951, in Akron, Ohio, to Paul and Dorothy Hawkins. He graduated from Hower High School in 1969. He worked at Kroger for many years and later spent two decades at Reiter Dairy. However, his favorite job...
Donna Jean Smyth
Oct 16, 2025
Donna Jean Smyth, age 86, of Brimfield Township, born on September 5, 1939, in Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2025. She was a cherished member of her community and will be remembered for her kind spirit and generous heart.
Donna graduated from Kent State University High School in 1957. She retired as a bookkeeper from Kent Mold and...
Janet Marie Regec
Oct 16, 2025
Janet Marie Regec (Evans) 83, passed away 10-16-2025 peacefully at home after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's. Janet was a lifelong resident of Akron; she graduated from East High school and worked at St. Thomas Hospital in the Dietary Department. She enjoyed crocheting, ceramics, taking walks with her husband, and riding the stationary bike at the Natatorium. She liked OSU...
Roy Wilson "Bill" "Nate" Baird
Oct 16, 2025
Roy Wilson "Bill" "Nate" Baird, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on October 16, 2025, at his home in Akron, Ohio. Born on July 10, 1946, Bill was a lifelong resident of Ohio where he graduated from Ellet High School, laying the foundation for a spirited life filled with love and laughter.
His devotion to his wife of...
Frances Marie Butcher
Oct 15, 2025
With her family by her side, Frances peacefully joined her Lord and Savior in her eternal home on October 15th in her 86th year.
Fran was born on March 19th 1939 in Akron, Ohio and was raised in Tallmadge. When she was 16 years old, her parents, Vic and Helen Pishney, bought their farm in Rootstown which became the heart of...
Andrew R. Maxwell
Oct 15, 2025
Andrew R. Maxwell, 73, went to be with the Lord on October 15, 2025. He graduated from Garfield High School.
Andy dedicated his life to service and generosity, beginning his journey with the Akron Jaycees in 1976. He wholeheartedly embraced their creed, “service to humanity is the best work of life,” becoming a testament to this through his countless hours of...
Cary Michael "Mike" Bennett
Oct 15, 2025
Cary Michael "Mike" Bennett, 76, passed away peacefully October 15, 2025.
Born and raised in Akron, Ohio on October 26, 1948, Mike was a Vietnam Veteran who served in the U.S. Army and Military Police.
He was preceded in death by parents Huie Clayton Bennett and Birdie Lee Lappin Bennett; first wife, Susan; brothers, Nelson and Ronald, sisters, Jean Philbin and Patricia...
Elizabeth Rose Heckman
Oct 15, 2025
Elizabeth Rose Heckman, 82, of Akron, passed away on October 15, 2025. She was born on April 30, 1943 to the late Samuel and Betty {Smith} McNeill.
In addition to her parents, Elizabeth was preceded in death by her husband David Heckman.
Elizabeth is survived by her children, Kimberly Lukinac, Rose Marie Tronge, Clint (Julie) Heckman and David Heckman; grandchildren Savannah Nelson,...
John H. Robertson Sr.
Oct 14, 2025
John H. Robertson Sr., 87, of Akron, passed away peacefully in his sleep on October 14, 2025. He was born on August 6, 1938 in Roanoke, VA to the late Clarence and Anna Robertson. He retired from Goodyear after over 30 years as a police officer. John was an active and devoted member at United Baptist Church, where he also...
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