Obituaries
Phoebe Thompson
May 18, 2025
The world dimmed when Phoebe Thompson, age 89, of Stow, Ohio previously of Jamaica, took her leave from this earthly realm on Sunday May 18, 2025. Born on April 16, 1936, in the sunlit fields of St. James, Jamaica, Phoebe blossomed into a beloved seamstress and hat maker. One of ten siblings, she forged her own path, always surrounded by...
James Allen Stefanko Jr.
May 17, 2025
It is with deep sorrow we mourn the passing of James A. Stefanko, Jr. on May 17th at the age of 72 years.
He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 50 years Wendie; son James; grandchildren Tiffany and Jon; 2 great-grandchildren Joey and Landen; sister Shirley Duncan; brother Richard (Nita); and numerous other family and friends.
He was preceded in...
Chambers Earl Crytzer Jr.
May 16, 2025
Chambers Earl Crytzer Jr, 63, of Akron, passed away May 16, 2025. Chambers was born in Akron, Ohio on June 26, 1961 to the late Chambers and Margaret Crytzer. Chambers retired from Lange Grinding after 30 years of service. He served in the United States Army as a Lieutenant Mechanic. In his free time, he enjoyed working on his Buick,...
Tom Pergola
May 15, 2025
Thomas M. Pergola, 63, of Akron, passed away on May 15, 2025 after a battle with pulmonary fibrosis. Tom was born in Akron, Ohio to the late Victor and Margaret Pergola. He graduated from Garfield High School in 1979. From 1982 to 1986, he served in the U.S. Air Force as an engine mechanic. Following his service, he spent the...
Creston "Pete" McCumbers
May 15, 2025
Creston “Pete” McCumbers, 68, of Wadsworth, passed away surrounded by his family on May 15, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born May 6, 1957 in Akron, Ohio to the late Creston and Murlene McCumbers. He was raised in Stow and graduated from Stow High School in 1975. Pete worked in sheet metal for many years, and...
Barbara E. Whitacre
May 14, 2025
Barbara (Elliott) Whitacre, 84, of Tallmadge passed away on May 14, 2025 due to complications from Kidney Disease. Barbara was born in Gleason, West Virginia on January 29, 1941 to the late Robert "Boots" and Isabella Elliott (nee Paugh). She was one of six siblings.
She is survived by her children, Anita (Bob) Baughman, Robert (Paul) Whitacre, Pamela (Johnny) Scott and...
Isabella E. Widener
May 14, 2025
Beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, and Faithful Servant of God
With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life well-lived, the family of Isabella Widener announces her peaceful passing into eternal rest on May 14, 2025. Isabella was a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, and a steadfast woman of faith whose life radiated grace, strength, and compassion.
Born on January 25,...
Nicholas Paul Fox III
May 14, 2025
Nicholas Paul Fox III, born February 8, 1954, in Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2025, at the age of 71.
Nick attended North High School and was a lifelong resident of Akron. He was preceded in death by his loving parents, Nicholas Paul Fox Jr. and Edna June Butler, whose memories he cherished deeply.
For 46 years, Nick was...
Bradley M. Booth
May 13, 2025
Bradley Booth, age 61, of Medina, passed away on May 13, 2025 at Wadsworth Pointe. He was born on August 21, 1963. Bradley worked as a CNC machinist for many years in northeast Ohio. Bradley enjoyed sports and the outdoors, especially playing golf. He also enjoyed the company of his friends and never met a stranger.
Bradley is survived by his...
Joseph Racco Jr.
May 13, 2025
Joseph Racco Jr., age 70, of Uniontown passed away on May 13, 2025. He was born in Akron on August 1, 1954, to the late Joseph and Catherine (Fallanca) Racco. He was also preceded in death by his infant sister Patricia. Joe was a graduate of Green High School and worked as an Industrial Electrician from IBEW Local 540. He...
Barbara Jane McHugh
May 13, 2025
Barbara Jane McHugh, 87, of Stow, passed away peacefully with family by her side on May 13, 2025. Barb was born in Akron, Ohio on December 4, 1937 to the late Walter and Cozie Garrett.
After graduating from Tallmadge High School, Barb began work at the Akron Beacon Journal. Later she was a manager at the Quaker Square Hilton Hotel in...
Fletcher "Zane" Miller
May 13, 2025
Fletcher "Zane" Miller, age 82, of Akron, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2025 and is now together again with his beloved "Sweetheart" Donna. He was born one of eight children on March 31, 1943 to Daniel and Donnie (Holcomb) Miller in Ivydale, WV. After high school, Fletcher enlisted in the United States Navy where he served four dedicated years...
Ena I. Swain
May 12, 2025
Ena I. Swain, age 102, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2025 at Altercare Post Acute Rehabilitation Center. She was born in England on April 16, 1923 to George and Emma Wright.
Ena is survived by her loving children, Roy (Diane) Withrow and Carol Ann (Daniel) McCann; 12 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; special friend, Kathy Williams; as...
Rosalie Aldene Ukrainiec
May 12, 2025
Jacob (age 82) and Rosalie (age 80) Ukrainiec, beloved anchors of their family and community, went home to be with the Lord hand in hand, just minutes apart, on May 11th and May 12th, 2025, a testament to the profound love they shared throughout their lives. Both Jacob, born on January 23, 1943 in Buffalo, New York and Rosalie, born...
Jacob William Ukrainiec Jr.
May 11, 2025
Jacob (age 82) and Rosalie (age 80) Ukrainiec, beloved anchors of their family and community, went home to be with the Lord hand in hand, just minutes apart, on May 11th and May 12th, 2025, a testament to the profound love they shared throughout their lives. Both Jacob, born on January 23, 1943 in Buffalo, New York and Rosalie, born...
John M. Arnett
May 10, 2025
John M. Arnett, 93, passed away peacefully at home on May 10, 2025. He will be greatly missed by those left behind but joyfully welcomed by loved ones who had gone home before him. He was born in Akron, Ohio to George and Evelyn (Parkins) Arnett on November 21, 1931. John married the love of his life, Lyvonne, with whom...
Basil Dean McGee
May 9, 2025
Basil Dean McGee, 84, passed away on May 9, 2025. He was born on August 18, 1940 the son of the late Basil and Susie McGee. Dean proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. He retired after many years of dedicated service from Geon Performance Solutions. Dean was a past member of the FOP of Akron. He enjoyed woodworking....
Frederick I. Metzler Jr.
May 9, 2025
Frederick I. Metzler Jr., beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, peacefully passed away on May 9, 2025, in Akron, Ohio. He was born on April 10, 1937, in Akron, where he spent his cherished life.
Fred dedicated a significant portion of his career to Ohio Edison, where he served as a foreman and lineman until his retirement in 1996. His commitment...
Harry Darrel Lukkes
May 8, 2025
Harry Lukkes, age 92, of the City of Green died unexpectedly May 8, 2025 at home with family by his side. Harry was honorably discharged from the Army. He was a teacher in Kennebec, South Dakota and graduated from the School of Mines in SD with a degree in electrical engineering working for Goodyear and Lockheed Martin for many years.
Preceded...
Joseph Peter Rodriques
May 8, 2025
Joseph Peter Rodriques, departed this life on May 8, 2025, in his beloved Canton, Ohio, at the age of 72. Born on April 10, 1953, he grew from a spirited child into a man who would leave an indelible mark on the hearts of all who knew him.
Joseph was a master of many trades. As an automobile mechanic, he embodied...
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