Obituaries
Daniel Russell Withrow
Apr 3, 2023
Daniel Russell Withrow, 53, of Akron, passed away on April 3, 2023. He was born on April 5, 1969 to Kyle and Lora {Emanuele} Withrow. Daniel was preceded in death by his beloved grandparents, Daniel & Peggy Emanuele. Daniel is survived by his parents Kyle & Lora; sister Tanya (John) Wedlake; niece Taylor Wedlake; uncle Mike (Lorna) Emanuele; cousins Butch...
Rhonda Sue Taylor
Apr 3, 2023
Rhonda Sue Taylor, 67, of Akron, went peacfully to Heaven on April 3, 2023. God needed another angel, and now she walks with Jesus. A lifelong resident of Akron, Rhonda was born on January 3, 1956 to the late William and Johnnie {Bell} Roberts. In addition to her parents, Rhonda was preceded in death by her brother William Carl Roberts...
Joe L. Harris, Jr.
Apr 2, 2023
Joe L. Harris, Jr., 66, went Home to be with the Lord on April, 2, 2023. born in Fort Bragg, NC to Joe L. Harris, Sr. and Dorothy Brown Calloway, he resided in the Akron area all of his adult life. Joe was a longtime Apostle at Gates of Praise W.C. He also was a proud Veteran of the U....
Noma A. Weakland
Apr 1, 2023
Noma A. Weakland, 89, passed away on April 1, 2023. The daughter of the late Harold and Geraldine Duke, Noma was born on May 13, 1933.Noma married her husband Jim on October 8, 1955. Noma and Jim were childhood friends and lifetime partners. Noma's most impressive role was as a wife and mother. She made her house a home for...
Shari Lynn Charles
Mar 31, 2023
Shari L. Charles, 60, of Akron, passed away on March 31, 2023 with her family by her side. She was born on March 19, 1963 to Richard and Helen (Hazelett) Voss.In addition to her parents, Shari is preceded in death by sister, Rena Wise; niece, Rachel Arnold; and her aunt, Lynn Smith.She will be dearly missed by the love of...
Patricia Ann Baughman
Mar 31, 2023
Patricia Ann Baughman passed away on March 31, 2023 at the age of 52. She was born in Akron, Ohio on September 14, 1970. She was extremely outgoing and loved to be with her friends and family. Patty enjoyed game nights and making memories with all her grandchildren. Patty was preceded in death by step-father, Allan BarrettLeft to cherish her...
Jean A. Hudnall
Mar 31, 2023
Jean A. Hudnall, age 91, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on March 31, 2023. She was born in Akron on March 13, 1932 to the late August and Anna Kirkbaumer. After high school, Jean had a job at Gray's Drugs. Through a co-worker, she met Billy Hudnall and they were married on September 26, 1953. They raised their family of...
Gary Grant Heller
Mar 30, 2023
Gary Grant Heller, 74, passed away on March 30, 2023 after an 18 year battle with Parkinson's Disease and Dementia at Heather Knoll Rehabilitation Center. Gary was born on Wednesday March 31st, 1948 in Akron Ohio to the late Grant and Beatrice (Smith) Heller. Gary graduated from Ellet High School in 1966. He served in The United States Navy and...
Joseph L. Kelley
Mar 30, 2023
Joseph Lee Kelley, age 60, passed away peacefully at University Hospital of Cleveland on March 30th, 2023. He was born on July 20th, 1962 in Morgantown, West Virginia to Lonnie and Patricia Kelley. He married his longtime friend and love, Yvonne Durelle Badock on February 14th, 1995. Joe was a hardworking, determined, and loving man who lived for others every...
Craig R. Balnis
Mar 30, 2023
Akron - Craig R. Balnis passed away peacefully on March 30, 2023 at Summa Hospice Center.Craig was a lifelong resident of Akron and the fourth of eight children. His ambitious streak began in his early youth as a shoeshine boy along E. Market St. where he polished shoes for $.25. Eventually he opened his own appliance store that he operated...
Anita Stopera Texter
Mar 30, 2023
Anita Stopera Texter, 63, passed away peacefully March 30, 2023 after a short illness. Born in Akron, Ohio January 6, 1960, she was a lifelong area resident. Anita cooked thousands of meals working at a nursing facility and multiple restaurants, the last one being Lindsey's Amber Restaurant. She enjoyed attending concerts with a fondness for Bruce Springsteen, watching the professional...
Beverly Ann Breeding
Mar 29, 2023
Beverly Ann Breeding was born to Elzie and Lucille Streeter on November 19, 1951 in Cleveland, Ohio. She and her older brother, Eugene, attended schools in Cleveland. Her love of learning and her desire to help people prompted her to choose a teaching career. Beverly attended Mt Vernon College in Wooster, Ohio. After graduation she began her 17 year teaching...
Patricia J. Pfeiffer
Mar 29, 2023
Patricia J. Pfeiffer, 83, passed away March 29, 2023. Born in Akron, Ohio to Milo and Mary Adamov, she was a lifelong area resident. Patricia was a member of St. Mary's Orthodox Church and worked as a nurse. She enjoyed horses, watching the Jets play football, playing cards, walking in the park and spending time with her family.She will be...
Joyce Ann Longbottom
Mar 29, 2023
Joyce Ann Longbottom, 84, of Suffield Township, passed away on March 29, 2023. She was born on November 13, 1938 to the late George and Margaret {Waller} Brenneman. In addition to her parents, Joyce was preceded in death by her granddaughter Rachael Pinto.Joyce is survived by her loving husband Robert; sons Jerry (Carol) and Mark (Amy) Pinto; step-daughter, Cheryl Hedges;...
Douglas A. Shofter
Mar 28, 2023
Douglas A. Shofter, 67, passed away on March 28, 2023. He was born on August 26, 1955 the son of the late Robert and Janet Shofter. Doug graduated from Green High School. He was a man of faith and attended church services. He was an avid Cleveland Browns and NASCAR fan. Doug enjoyed being with his friends and sharing fond...
Ronald L. Dupratt
Mar 28, 2023
Ronald "Ronnie" L. DuPratt, born April 15, 1943, passed away peacefully at Summa Hospital on March 28, 2023 after a lengthy illness.Ronnie is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Micheallynne. He is also survived by his children Lisa Burkhart, Christopher DuPratt and Melissa DuPratt. Ronnie was blessed with four grandchildren, Christian Burkhart, Brenna (Alec) Rufener, Chloe (Alec) Derrig...
Richard John Molnar
Mar 28, 2023
Richard Molnar, 81, of Seville, passed away on March 28, 2023. He was born on September 15, 1941 to the late Elizabeth (Kanier) and James Molnar.He is preceded in death by his wife, Sandra Molnar.Richard is survived by his children, Timothy (Rikki) Molnar, Vickie Hatch, Kristina (Wayne) Kesler and Laura Molnar; 11 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. Richard loved his family...
Alberta J. Boughton
Mar 28, 2023
Alberta J. Boughton, "Bertie", age 91 of Uniontown, Ohio, died on March 28, 2023.Bertie was born on May 5, 1931 in Akron, the daughter of the late Atlee and Goldie (nee Marker) Speicher. Our mom was formerly employed by Goodyear, was a homemaker and Avon Lady. She volunteered for the Hatton PTA, Haven of Rest Ministries; and the Ronald McDonald...
David Allen Ricks
Mar 28, 2023
David Allen Ricks, 55, passed away unexpectedly on March 28, 2023. Born in Akron, Ohio to Bill and Mary Ricks, he was a lifelong area resident. Dave loved spending time with his best friend Bruce Burgess, watching his favorite band, Rush, attending live concerts and Cleveland Indians baseball games, traveling and amusement parks. An avid gun collector and history buff,...
William W. Faulkner
Mar 27, 2023
Together again!" William W. Faulkner, 90, of Mogadore, was reunited with his wife JoAnn the morning of March 27, 2023. He is preceded in death by his parents, siblings, his loving wife JoAnn C. Faulkner, and son Ronald D. Faulkner. He leaves to cherish his memory, his three daughter's Cheryl E. Thomas, Debora S. Faulkner, and Linda G. Faulkner, as...
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