Obituaries
Tracy R. Zehnder
Apr 25, 2024
It is with overwhelming sadness that we announce the passing of Tracy Zehnder, 60, of Randolph, Ohio. She fought a fearless battle with cancer for 3 years and passed peacefully in her home with her friend Lisa Varner by her side on Thursday, April 25, 2024. Tracy worked for the USPS for 21 years, where she made many lifelong friends...
Dallas R. Rush
Apr 25, 2024
Dallas R. Rush, 77, passed away April 25, 2024 after a brief illness. Born in Akron, Ohio to Clyde and Elma (Halladay) Rush, he was a lifelong area resident. Dallas was proud to be a U. S. Army Veteran, serving in Vietnam, and he retired from Babcock & Wilcox after many years of service. He enjoyed attending church, being sociable...
Denise Katherine Prowell
Apr 25, 2024
Denise Katherine Prowell CPA, PhD, passed into eternity on April 25, 2024 at the age of 71. Denise was born on October 22, 1952 in Barberton, Ohio to the late Dennis and Leatha (Tamme) Prowell.Denise graduated from Norton High School in 1970. She went on to attain undergraduate and graduate degrees from Kent State University and The University of Akron...
Charles S. Rogers
Apr 24, 2024
Charles S. Rogers, 77, of Mogadore, Ohio passed away on April 24, 2024. He was born on Dec 23, 1946 the son of Calvin Rogers and Barbara Rogers. Charlie graduated from Spencer High School with the class of 1965. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. Charlie retired from Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority after 28 years of dedicated...
Shirley J. Tucker
Apr 23, 2024
Shirley J. Tucker, 85, passed away peacefully at home April 23, 2024 with family by her side. Born in Akron, Ohio to Roy and Juanita (Haft) Wetzel, she was a lifelong area resident. Shirley was an active homemaker who enjoyed traveling, exercising, ceramics, baking, cooking and spending time with her family and friends. She was always involved in her kids'...
Julia Frymyer
Apr 23, 2024
Julia Frymyer, age 95, of Akron, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on April 23, 2024. Julia was born on February 16, 1929 in Akron, Ohio to the late Rudolph and Anna (Lincoln) Trivonovich. She married James R. Frymyer on October 13, 1946 and enjoyed 75 years of marriage. She worked numerous factory jobs and in retail stores including...
David J. Schoonover
Apr 23, 2024
David J Schoonover, 85, passed away on April 23, 2024. He was born on November 21, 1938 the son of the late James and Pauline Schoonover of Thomas, West Virginia. He graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School and Carpenters Trade School. He was employed with Akron Floors, Canton Floors, and Tom's Carpet Barn. David was a member of Ralph Huff...
Judy Gail Ferrell
Apr 23, 2024
Judy Ferrell, the heart of our home and family, went home to be with Jesus and her precious daughter Stephanie on April 23, 2024. Born in West Virginia, Judy live the majority of her life in Garrettsville, OH graduating from James A. Garfield in 1972. She married the love of her life, Dwaine, in 1972 and spent the last 51...
Richard Lee Arkenburg
Apr 22, 2024
Richard Lee "Rick" Arkenburg, age 63, of Tallmadge, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord and loved ones on Monday April 22, 2024. He was born in Geneva, Ohio on May 21, 1960 and graduated from North Akron High School specializing in Radio Broadcasting. He was a self employed painter for 30 years. He was a music lover who...
Michael F. Buffa
Apr 22, 2024
Michael F. "Mickey" Buffa, 65, passed away peacefully April 22, 2024 at Grace House. Born in Akron, Ohio to Frank and Loretta (Bonnell) Buffa, he was a lifelong area resident. Mickey enjoyed watching the Browns with his friend Mark, playing cards and having lunch with his sisters. In addition to his parents, Mickey was preceded in death by his sister,...
Michael E. Vargo
Apr 22, 2024
Michael Eugene Vargo, 62, of Akron, Ohio passed away on April 22, 2024. Mike was born in Akron, Ohio on June 15, 1961.His working career he was a "Jack of All Trades". He could repair everything from small engines, upholstery, siding, roofing, painter, and specializing in fire restoration projects.Mike's hobbies varied as greatly as his work life. Cheering on the...
Andrea Sue Nolan
Apr 22, 2024
Andrea Sue "Susy" Nolan, was born in Salem, Ohio on August 4, 1950. Her parents are the late Mary Evelyn {Scroggs} Windram and Leslie David Horner and step-father Harold Windram.She is survived by Gregory E. Nolan, her husband of nearly 44 years. Sisters Mary Dee Raabe (Don), Deena East (Jack Walp), Robyn Shepherd (Woody). Sisters-in-law Judy Akins and Carol Nolan....
Bianca Lynn Crosier
Apr 21, 2024
Bianca Lynn Crosier, 24, of Akron, OH passed away on April 21st, 2024 after losing a lengthy battle to addiction.Bianca was born on April 18th, 2000 to George Crosier and Christina Fanizzi. Bianca is a graduate from Cuyahoga Falls High School in 2018. She followed her passion to be a waitress and server at local restaurants throughout the Akron area...
Kathy Jean Ritenour
Apr 21, 2024
Kathy Jean Ritenour, 73, of Hartville, passed away on April 21, 2024 at Altercare of Hartville. She was born in Akron on January 28, 1951 to the late Edward "Rist" and Jean {Britton} Ritenour. In addition to her parents, Kathy was preceded in death by her sister-in-law Wanda Ritenour. Kathy is survived by her loving siblings Brian (Sheri) Ritenour, Sally...
Shelby Gail Chesko
Apr 20, 2024
Shelby Gail Chesko, 88, passed away on April 20, 2024. She was a woman of strong faith and now resides in Heaven with her Savior. She was born in Erie, Pennsylvania on September 25, 1935 to the late Carson Alden and Mary Brundage. She graduated from Allegheny College with a teaching degree and spent several years teaching history in Pennsylvania...
Darrell W. Fisher
Apr 20, 2024
Darrell W. "Bud" Fisher, 69, passed away peacefully April 20, 2024 after an extended illness. Born in Akron, OH to Jim and Mae (Mullins) Fisher, he resided in the Mogadore area most his life. Bud was a proud Veteran of the U. S. Army and he enjoyed his dogs, guns, riding motorcycles and hanging out with his family and friends.He...
Esther Lucile Powers
Apr 20, 2024
Esther Powers, née Brose, departed this life on 20th April 2024. Born to Michael and Nora Brose on 13th October 1930 in Bucyrus, Ohio, Esther was married to Gordon Powers for fifty-five years, until his passing in 2006. She is survived by daughters Lynda Garberoglio (Ron), Ellen Sobocinski (Carl), Aileen, and grandchildren Alyson and Michael. Esther led a long and...
Cynthia Ann Ponos
Apr 19, 2024
Cynthia Ann "Cindy" Ponos, 67, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2024. Cindy was born November 22, 1956 in Santa Ana, CA to Walter and Megan (Evans) Limbach Sr. She was a "military brat" and traveled to various duty stations, including South Africa during her youth. She graduated from Quantico High School in 1974. She spent her adult life in...
Terry J. Pessefall
Apr 18, 2024
Terry Jean Pessefall (Reeder), passed away surrounded by her loving family on April 18,2024. She bravely battled cancer for nearly 4 years before peacefully succumbing to the illness.She was born January 20th, 1959 to Paul and Juanita Reeder in Akron Ohio. She spent her youth in Bible studies, choirs, band, advanced Spanish and a host of other extra curricular activities,...
Rose Marie Brown
Apr 18, 2024
Rose M. Brown received her wings to the Lord's Kingdom surrounded by her family. She was born in Akron, Ohio and attended East High School and furthered her education at Ohio State College where she received her Associate Degree. She was a homemaker until she went to work for the Industrial Commission and retired with 25 years of service. She...
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