Obituaries
Joyce A. Metz
May 31, 2023
Joyce A. (Hicks) Metz, 83, of Akron, passed away on May 31, 2023, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's Disease. Through it all, Joyce kept her quick wit and sense of humor. Joyce was born November 12, 1939, to Curt and Tillie in Chloe, West Virginia. Joyce graduated from Calhoun County High in '57, and proudly retired from B&W after...
Richard W. Farwell
May 31, 2023
Richard "Ric" Farwell passed away on May 31, 2023 at the age of 69. He was born to Richard and Helen Farwell on June 27, 1953 in Akron, Ohio. He attended Cuyahoga Falls High School. Ric worked in the Local 285 Carpenter's Union for 49 years before starting his own business, Summit Interiors. He was an avid nature lover and...
Raymond Joseph Crawford
May 31, 2023
Raymond Joseph "Ray" Crawford, 93, passed away on May 31, 2023. He was born to the late Lawrence and Margaret Crawford on December 10, 1929. Raymond played for Silver League Softball until the age of 83. He loved to fish, hike all of the metro park trails, tinker around the house and build different things. He proudly served his county...
Josephine Matulis
May 31, 2023
Josephine Matulis passed away on May 31, 2023 at the age of 80. She was a lifelong resident of Mogadore, Ohio. She worked for many years in an office setting and attended Springfield Church of the Brethren.In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Walter; beloved son, Luke; and brother, Richard.Left to cherish her memory...
Joyce E. Reed
May 30, 2023
Joyce E. Reed, 80, passed away in the peace of her home on May 30, 2023. She was born on August 1, 1942 in Akron, Ohio to the late Peter J. and Gladys L. Bradley. Joyce was a strong woman who loved her family and friends deeply and fiercely. She saw beauty in everyone and accepted others for who they...
David Rodney Gurley Sr.
May 30, 2023
David Rodney Gurley Sr., 76, of Tallmadge, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, May 30, 2023. He was born in Akron on November 24, 1946 to the late Huston C. and Lois M. {Riggins} Gurley. David worked as a paramedic and firefighter for the City of Akron Fire Department, retiring as a Lieutenant after over 25 years of service. He was...
Janis Sue Gessman
May 30, 2023
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our mother and grandmother, Janis Sue Gessman (nee Kelchner). Janis passed away on May 30, 2023 at 7:30 PM. She was born on June 9, 1929 in Akron, the daughter of the late Lloyd and Ethel (nee Reeves) Kelchner.Janis lived most of her life in the Portage Lakes area and graduated...
Joseph L. Zamiska
May 30, 2023
Joseph L. "Joe" Zamiska, age 65 of Bath, Ohio, died on May 30, 2023. He was born in Barberton on March 6, 1958, the son of the late Charles and Doris (nee Coyle) Zamiska.Joe was a manager for several of the Walmart stores in the area. He enjoyed traveling, golfing, bowling (he had bowled six 300 games and was inducted...
Howard E. Gray
May 30, 2023
Howard E. Gray, 86, passed away on May 30, 2023. He was born on April 7, 1937 the son of the late Carl and Leslie Gray. Howard retired after 35 dedicated years of service from the Ford Motor Company. He was a Production Chairman of the Local Union #420. He was also a member of the Masonic Lodge in Ellet....
Anthony James Zushin
May 29, 2023
Anthony James Zushin, age 27 of Akron, Ohio died unexpectedly on May 29, 2023.He was born on August 31, 1995 in Akron, the son of Valerie Zushin, with whom he lived. Anthony was a graduate of Ellet High School, class of 2015. He was owner/operator of Meraki Automotive in Akron, he put all of himself into his work. He had...
John Charles Stevenson
May 29, 2023
John Stevenson passed away in the comfort of his own home on May 29 at the age of 77. John was well known and loved by many. The sweetest, kindest, most giving man around. John was born to Charles and Dorthy Stevenson and grew up in the Akron area, graduating from Revere High School and later moved to Wadsworth where...
Veelia R. Wright
May 29, 2023
Veelia R. Wright, 85, of Akron, passed away on May 29, 2023. She was born in Elmore County, AL on September 4, 1937 to the late Jethropetell and Rudolph Neely Hannon.In addition to her parents, Veelia was preceded in death by her husband John Frank, children Melvin and Kendra Wright, and grandson Marquel Wright. Veelia worked as a head cook...
Milton Lee Snyder
May 29, 2023
Milton "Milt" Snyder, 91, of Akron, was born on September 16, 1931. He passed away on May 29, 2023. A native to the Akron area, Milton graduated from Springfield High School, where he met the love of his life, Dorothy (Burge) Snyder. Following a stint in the Marines, he and Dot married and had 3 children. Milton worked for Pepsi...
Carolette Sue Devinney
May 28, 2023
Carolette Sue DeVinney passed away on May 28, 2023 at the age of 72. She grew up in Hubbard, Ohio. She loved to teach children at Sunday School and in Vacation Bible School. Carolette was a fantastic Pastor's wife and was involved with women's ministry. She would cook for the entire neighborhood and wouldn't turn away anyone. She loved to...
John Robert Nelson
May 27, 2023
In memoriam of John R Nelson Jr, who passed away on a somber May 27th, 2023, in University Heights, Ohio, United States. He was a man of many talents, born in Cleveland, OH, United States, on June 12, 1965, to Rose M Nelson and the late John R Nelson Sr.With a heart full of courage and valor, John served his...
Ronald L. Patton
May 27, 2023
Ronald L. Patton, 74, passed away May 27, 2023 at home with his wife by his side. Born in Toledo, OH to Christopher and Jean (Bayman) Patton, he resided in the Akron area all of his adult life. Ron was a U. S. Army Veteran and he retired from Area Wide Protective Services. Competitive by nature, he once trained in...
Debra Kay Clem
May 27, 2023
Debra Kay "Debbie" Clem, 68, of Coventry Township, passed away after a battle with ovarian cancer, surrounded by her family on May 27, 2023. She was born on February 8, 1955 to Everyl {Grant} Wolfe and the late Howard Wolfe. On December 5, 1975, she married Paul "Terry" Clem, and they spent 47 and 1/2 incredible years together. Terry survives...
Nathan Uzl
May 27, 2023
Nathan "Nate" Uzl, 19, passed away May 27, 2023 due to complications from an accident. Born in Akron, he was a lifelong area resident. Nate enjoyed fishing, camping, bowling, baseball, his vehicles, dogs, playing left-right-center and spending time with his family and friends.Nate will be sadly missed by his mom, Shannon (Sam) Buzzacco; his dad, Chris Uzl; sibling, Ry Butcher;...
Jennie Lee Cory
May 26, 2023
Our amazing family matriarch, Jennie Lee {Gragg} Cory, closed her beautiful blue eyes for the last time on May 26, 2023. Mom is described by her family as strong-minded, giving, witty, unconditional, caring, determined, artistic and engaged. She loved to host our family get-togethers. She worked for Acme Supermarkets most of her life.Jennie was reunited with her parents Robert Gragg...
Barbara E. Smith
May 25, 2023
Barbara E. Smith, 88, passed away on May 25, 2023. She was born on March 14, 1935 the daughter of the late Vernon and Delma Stockdale. She was a woman of faith and attended the Methodist Church. Barbara enjoyed traveling with her husband and family to see the beautiful sights of the mountains and the great outdoors. In her younger...
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