Obituaries
Craig Martin Dietrich
Apr 4, 2025
Craig M. Dietrich, age 62, of Wadsworth, passed away on April 4, 2025 at Doylestown Health Care Center. He was born on September 28, 1962 to George and Nancy Dietrich in Cleveland, Ohio.
Craig worked as a ramp agent for Continental/United Airlines for over 34 faithful years from 1987-2021.
He was a member of Ambassador Baptist Church but was raised at Hinckley...
Diane Faith Jordan
Apr 3, 2025
Diane Faith Jordan, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home on April 3, 2025, in Tallmadge, Ohio, at the age of 84. Born on February 7, 1941, in Buffalo, New York, Diane lived a life rich in love, creativity, and dedication to her family and community.
Diane was a proud member of the...
Gerald Henry "Jay" Downey
Apr 3, 2025
Gerald Henry "Jay" Downey passed into the arms of his Savior in Akron, Ohio on April 3rd, 2025.
He was the son of Gale Downey Sr. & Mabel (Scherbarth) Downey born on November 9th, 1936, in Akron Ohio.
He is survived by his wife Joyce (nee Wahn-Buso) Downey of 13 years and preceded in death by his wife Jan (nee Eicher) Downey...
Hal Edward Carlisle
Apr 3, 2025
Hal Edward Carlisle, age 66, of Atwater, Ohio, passed away on April 3, 2025.
Hal was a devoted father, grandfather, brother, and friend who lived his life with kindness, generosity, and unwavering faith. He is survived by his children: Thomas Carlisle, Lucas Carlisle, Jessica (Nick) Rogers, Rebekah (Zach) Slocum, Kayla (Cory) Serdinak, and Melinda Carlisle. He was a proud grandfather to...
Paul D. Crites Jr.
Apr 2, 2025
Paul D. Crites Jr., a gentle soul with a heart as vast as his love for animals, who graced our lives with his unwavering warmth, kindness and gentle spirit passed away on April 2, 2025 in the comfort of his home. He was born on December 30, 1987 in Akron. As a hard worker, he embodied dedication, his tireless nature...
Linda Sue (Bixler) (Busch) Smith
Apr 2, 2025
Linda Sue (Bixler) (Busch) Smith, age 81, of Akron, passed away on April 2, 2025. She was born on April 4, 1943 to Lloyd and Hazel (Gates) Bixler at Akron, OH. Linda was retired from BMX Technology as a computerized welder. She had owned and operated her own janitorial business for over 30 years. She was an avid seamstress and...
Richard L. Brickley
Apr 1, 2025
Richard "Dick" L. Brickley, 78, of Springfield Township, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ after a short battle with esophageal cancer. He is once again able to eat, drink, dance and sing. It's not goodbye, it's see ya later.
He was born in Akron, Ohio on February 17, 1947 to Richard H. and Helen B. (Wiley)...
Arthur F. MacBride
Apr 1, 2025
Arthur (Mac) MacBride passed away on April 1, 2025 after a short battle with cancer.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Priscilla (Phyllis) MacBride; father, Arthur Norm MacBride; mother, Kathryn Marie (Bischoff) MacBride; sister, Mary Kathryn Hillenbrand (John); and sister, Barbara (Daniel) Rowland.
He is survived by Virginia Bennett (Jenny) and sons, Paul A. MacBride (Kim), Mark F. MacBride (Diane),...
Joyce D. Keys
Apr 1, 2025
Joyce D. Keys, a cherished member of her family and a beloved friend to many, passed away on April 1, 2025, in Akron, Ohio in the comfort of her home. Born on February 29, 1948, in Beverly, West Virginia, Joyce brought joy and love to everyone she encountered during her remarkable life.
Joyce was a dedicated wife to William Keys Jr.,...
Timothy J. Van Nostran
Mar 31, 2025
Timothy J. Van Nostran
Timothy J. Van Nostran , 82, of Akron, passed away March 31, 2025. Timothy was born in Akron, Ohio on December 15, 1942 to the late Harry and Nellie Van Nostran. Timothy retired from Goodyear after 30 years of dedicated service. He was an avid Cleveland sports fan. In his early years he was former Semi-Pro basketball...
Linda Mae Shuey
Mar 31, 2025
Linda Mae Shuey, age 81, of Akron passed away on March 31, 2025. She was born in Akron on September 28, 1943, to the late Walter Edward and Lois Mae (Richards) Shuey. She was also preceded in death by her brother Warren Lee Shuey, 3 aunts and 3 uncles. Linda was a graduate of Ellet High School and was employed...
Mildred Vince
Mar 31, 2025
Mildred Vince, 56, of Barberton, passed away on March 31, 2025. Family members are welcome to call Newcomer Funeral Home (330) 784-3334 for information.
Kimberly M. Murphy
Mar 30, 2025
Kimberly Marie Murphy, age 49, of Ravenna passed away on March 30, 2025 unexpectedly. She was born on June 13, 1975, to David and Janet Keefer. She was a graduate of Waterloo High School class of 1993. She went on to receive her bachelor's degree of business administration. Kimberly was employed in health care where she did administration. She was...
Daniel Paul Henry
Mar 29, 2025
Daniel Paul Henry, 64, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home in his sleep on March 29, 2025. Born on June 25, 1960, in Akron, he was the youngest child of Newt & Alice (Dannemiller) Henry. A loving, generous and wonderful man, Dan was a lifelong resident of Akron. He attended St. Vincent-St. Mary High School and spent his...
Shirley "Sue" M. Miller
Mar 29, 2025
Shirley "Sue" M. Miller, age 89, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2025 at Justin T. Rogers Hospice Care Center. She was born on May 19, 1935 to the late Donald Overholt and Vivian Ufert in Akron, OH. She graduated from Central Hower High School. She was a proud member of FOE Eagles for many years.
Sue is...
Julia M. Danford Moore
Mar 29, 2025
Julia M. Danford Moore of Akron Ohio passed away on March 29, 2025. Born October 26, 1939, Julia was the youngest of 14 children that preceded her in death along with her parents. She is survived by her partner of 40+ years, Richard Danford, her four children, Wayne Moore, Fonda Pitingoro (Michael), Lynn Milburn (Larry), Teri Rinehard (Tim), 9 grandchildren...
Elaine C. Bloom
Mar 29, 2025
Elaine C. Bloom, 84, passed away peacefully March 29, 2025 with family by her side. She enjoyed spending time with her family and raising her grandkids.
Elaine will be sadly missed by her husband of 39 years, Robert Bloom; children, grandchildren, sisters, brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews.
Family and friends are invited to visit Thursday, April 3, 2025 from 11:30 a.m....
Linda S. Waheed
Mar 28, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Linda Waheed. Loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, and friend who left us peacefully on March 28, 2025.
Linda was born in Akron, Ohio on October 12, 1945 to Christopher and Georgia Church. Linda fiercely loved her family, especially her grandchildren.
Linda was preceded in death by both of her parents,...
Roger C. Pryor Sr.
Mar 28, 2025
Roger C. Pryor Sr., 82, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on March 28, 2025. He was born in Warren, Ohio on April 27, 1942 to the late Henry Pryor and Marcella Rush. As a child, his family moved to Akron, Ohio. He graduated from East High School where he played the saxophone in the band. After...
Aileen Mullaney
Mar 27, 2025
On Thursday March 27, the Three Musketeers became two when our mom and grandma, Aileen Mullaney, made her transition to her next adventure.
Aileen was born August 29, 1943 in Portsmouth, Virginia to Luther and Ether Arrant, the 4th daughter in what would become a family of 7 children. The family eventually relocated to Suffield, Ohio where she spent her formative...
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