Obituaries
Mary Ann Munn-Bowen
Aug 5, 2023
Mary Ann Munn-Bowen, 62, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on August 5, 2023. She was born in Akron on October 31, 1960 to the late Russell and Esther {Moledor} Pittenger.In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her husband Doug "Digger" Bowen and brother Rick Pittinger. Mary is survived by her loving nephew Kevin, sister Kathy (Joe),...
Donna J. Mcburney
Aug 4, 2023
Donna J. McBurney, 79, passed away August 4, 2023 with some of her family by her side. Born in Akron, Ohio to Henry and Glenna (Arthur) Farmer, she resided in both Akron and Piedmont, Ohio during her life. Donna enjoyed writing for The Outreach newspaper, attending church, participating in the clothes closet in Freeport, planting flowers, gardening and spending time...
George E Robishaw
Aug 4, 2023
George E. Robishaw, 78, passed away on August 4, 2023. He was born on August 14, 1944 the son of the late John and Vivian Robishaw. He was a man of great faith and was a member of Goodyear Heights Baptist Church. He was an avid Cleveland Indians fan. George was proud of his tomato garden that he planted yearly....
Gail Thomas Reeves
Aug 4, 2023
Gail Thomas Reeves, "Tom", age 82 of Uniontown, Ohio, died on August 4, 2023. He was born on May 22, 1941 in Akron, the son of the late Archie Thomas and Cecelia May (nee Isley) Reeves. Tom liked visiting his cabin in Freeport with his family. Tom and his wife, RaeAnn, liked to travel extensively. He loved to hunt and...
Angela Lee {Moss} Humphries
Aug 4, 2023
Angela Lee {Moss} Humphries, 73, of Akron, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on August 4, 2023. A lifelong resident of the Akron area, she was born on January 13, 1950 to the late Arthur and Elnora {Williams} Moss.In addition to her parents, Angel was preceded in death by her brothers Michael and Mitchell Moss. Angela is survived by...
Timothy James Lessak
Aug 3, 2023
Timothy J. "Tim" Lessak passed away with family by his side on August 3, 2023 at the age of 78. He was born to John and Rosemary (nee Filing) on October 2, 1944 in Akron, Ohio. Tim graduated from Springfield High School, class of 1962. After high school, he proudly served his country in the United States Navy. Tim found...
Rita Jo Drazdik
Aug 2, 2023
Rita Jo Drazdik, 70, of Barberton, passed away on September 2, 2023. She was born on July 22, 1953 to the late Garl and Elaine "Jo" {Whytsell} Williams.In addition to her parents, Rita was preceded in death by her beloved dog, Star. Rita is survived by her loving daughter, Jana Williams; dear friends Brenda & Jim Bray; grandchildren Jesse and...
John Jay Washnock
Aug 2, 2023
John Jay WashnockAKRON - John (Jay) Washnock, 43, passed away unexpectedly on August 2, 2023 where he was greeted in heaven by his father and guardian angel. Jay was born on January 19, 1980, to the late John Washnock and Maryann (Nagg) Washnock and was the sixth of seven children. A graduate from North High School, he was a kind,...
Dorothy Pearl Hartman
Aug 2, 2023
Dorothy Pearl Hartman, "Dot", age 87 of Tallmadge, Ohio, died on August 2, 2023 at her home. She was born on December 20, 1935 in Louisa, Kentucky, the daughter of the late Elwood Hutchison and Muriel (nee Hayes) Moore. Dot graduated from Springfield High School with honors. She was a faithful servant of God and the best mother and friend...
Erik Lamont Thornton Sr.
Aug 1, 2023
Erik Lamont Thornton Sr. "Ricky" was born to the union of Adolph and Evelyn (Winn) Thornton in Akron, Ohio on February 7, 1959. He worked for the City of Akron for 34 years. He was a very beloved father, grandfather, uncle, brother, brother-in-law and friend. He was a member of The House of the Lord Church and a former member...
Robert Brian Benedum
Aug 1, 2023
Robert Brian Benedum, 41, of Tallmadge, passed away suddenly following a car accident, meeting his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on August 1, 2023. Robert was born in Akron, Ohio to George and Julie Benedum on October 5, 1981. Robert was a loving father, son and brother, who took great pride in both his family and his work. He was...
Barbara A. Egleston
Aug 1, 2023
Barbara A. Egleston, 84, of Akron, Ohio peacefully returned home on August 1, 2023 and is now in the loving arms of her Heavenly Father, God Almighty. She was born on June 6, 1939, the daughter of the late Michael and Josephine Bodenski of Colver, PA.Barbara was a devoted Christian spending her years in service to the Lord. She was...
Carol Grace Truman
Jul 31, 2023
Carol Grace Truman, 91, of Norton, passed away peacefully at home on July 31, 2023. She was born in Harrison, West Virginia on May 12, 1932 to the late Sewell and Nona Ramsey. Carol devoted her life to raising her family and caring for her home. She enjoyed tending her garden and canning fruits and vegetables. She was a talented...
Paulette L. Mcgregor I
Jul 30, 2023
THE LIFE AND MEMORIES OF PAULETTE L. MCGREGOR IOn May 27, 1947, in the small city of Akron, Ohio the lives of Johnny and Catherine Epps excitedly changed with the birth of their only child Paulette LaVaughn. She spent her childhood with her parents, in a very closeknit neighborhood in East Akron and attended Robinson Elementary, Goodyear Middle, and then...
Susan K. Bramer
Jul 30, 2023
Susan K. "Angel" Bramer passed away unexpectedly on July 30, 2023 at the age of 76. She was born to Skeets Ryder and Betty Johnson on June 25, 1947 in Akron, Ohio. A lifelong area resident, Sue graduated from Hower Vocational in 1965 as a cosmetologist. Her infectious personality lead her to work in many different taverns and bars where...
David William Labelle
Jul 30, 2023
David William LaBelle, 68, of Mansfield, passed away on July 30, 2023. He was born in Akron on June 7, 1955 to the late James E. and Juanita {Fuller} LaBelle. David is survived by his loving son, Ryan (Kaytlyn) LaBelle; brothers James (Lucy Bibbee), Charles (Charlotte), and Danny LaBelle; sisters Margaret (Jim) Claflin and Laura (Joe Schorr) LaBelle; grandchildren Elaine...
Emma Gladys White
Jul 30, 2023
Emma Gladys White, 87, of Akron, formerly of Twinsburg, passed away on July 30, 2023. She was born in Rogersville, AL on June 6, 1936, one of 14 children born to the late Luther and Estella {Nance} Koger. In addition to her parents, Emma was preceded in death by her husband J.C. White, and sons William Thomas Koger, William "Curtis"...
Mary Belle Yeager
Jul 30, 2023
Mary Belle Yeager, age 75 died on July 30, 2023 at Maplewood Assisted Living in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. She was born on January 9, 1948 in Akron, the daughter of the late Paul and Kathleen "Ruby" (nee Tatum) Yeager.Mary obtained a bachelors degree in health biologics. She was a health inspector for the City of Akron for 32 years, retiring...
Virginia L. Martin
Jul 29, 2023
Virginia Lynn Martin ("Ginny Lynn") age 69, originally from Bath, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 29, 2023, in Akron, Ohio. Born March 23, 1954, in Akron, Ms. Martin (nee Wilson) attended Revere High School, (Class of 1972), winning various local awards and ribbons for her expertise showing her Greater Swiss Mountain dogs and personal horses.Graduating from the University...
Donald John Rogers
Jul 29, 2023
Donald J. Rogers, 67, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away July 29, 2023. He was preceded in death by father, John Rogers and mother, Mary Rogers. Survived by his wife, Theresa; daughters Melissa Curtis, and Nicole (David) Cornell; son, Bryan Rogers; grandson, Elijah Cornell; two sisters, Sue, Sally, and their families. The family would like to thank staff members at Cleveland...
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