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Ronald K. Shape
Jan 20, 2025
Ronald K. Shape, 89, passed away on January 20, 2025. Born on October 7, 1935 to Frank and Ruth (Steinmetz) Shape, he attended Glover Grade School and graduated from Hower High Vocational School in 1955, majoring in drafting. After high school Ron worked for various companies while taking additional courses. He began working at General Tire in 1959 in the...
Paul D. Schrock
Jan 20, 2025
Paul D. Schrock, 80, of Akron, passed away on January 20, 2025. He was born on October 18, 1944 the son of the late Vernon and Ada Schrock. For many years he drove trucks for W.G. Lockhart Construction, Horning Concrete, and CementTech. He also proudly owned and operated Schrocks Lawn Care. He was an avid fan of the Ohio State...
Geraldine Marie Uber
Jan 19, 2025
Geraldine Marie Uber, age 95, of Akron left her Earthly home to return to her LORD on January 19, 2025, and reunited with her parents Archie and Grace Barzellon, and her husband George Uber. She was also preceded in death by her granddaughter Ashley Brown, son-in-law Kurt Brown, sister Jean Flower, baby brother Willard, and godchild Nancy Flower. Geri was...
Mark Edward LeFever
Jan 19, 2025
Mark Edward LeFever, 40, of Coventry Township, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on January 19, 2025. He was born in Akron, Ohio on October 31, 1984 and graduated from Coventry High School in 2002, where he lettered in football. He graduated from IBEW and spent his career as an electrician.
Mark loved spending time outdoors. In the...
Sadie V. Taylor
Jan 19, 2025
"Together Forever"
In Loving Memory of Sadie Virginia Taylor
Sadie was born December 21, 1935 in Charleston, West Virginia to Charles Walter and Lorena Margaret Holcomb. She moved to Akron, Ohio, and married James Edward Taylor on November 3, 1953. She had a great love for children, raising 5 and looking after many others. Sadie was a long-time member of Victory Chapel...
David Hentosz
Jan 18, 2025
David Hentosz, age 82, passed away on January 18, 2025. He was born in Akron on September 22, 1942, to the late Mike and Katherine Hentosz. He graduated from Hower High School and went on to work at Firestone Rubber and Tire Company. After his retirement, Dave's love for golf brought him to work at the Firestone Public 9 Golf...
Phillip H. Davis
Jan 17, 2025
Phillip H. Davis, 76, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on January 17, 2024. He was born in Portsmouth, Ohio on February 11, 1948 to the late Herman and Wilma Davis, the oldest of six children. The family relocated to Akron and Phil attended to North High School.
Phil worked in various trades throughout his career and in retirement...
Violet M. Eagle
Jan 17, 2025
Violet M. Eagle, 68, of Akron, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2025 after a years long battle with cancer. She was born on July 22, 1956 to the late Herman and Martha Eagle, the youngest of three children.
Violet spent her career in both the hospitality and medical fields. She was a waitress at several area restaurants and also worked...
Kathryn J. Crabtree
Jan 17, 2025
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved daughter, Kathryn (Katy) Julianne Crabtree, 18, of Uniontown, on January 17, 2025. She was born on December 6, 2006 as the daughter of Michael and Tiffany Crabtree. Katy was a spirited individual whose sense of humor and loving nature touched all who had the privilege to know her.
Katy was...
Debra Ann Meador
Jan 16, 2025
Debra Ann Meador, 66, passed away peacefully January 16, 2025. Born in Akron, Ohio on September 29, 1958, she was a lifelong area resident. Debbie enjoyed cooking, music, animals, watching her TV shows, playing solitaire and spending time with her family.
Debbie was preceded in death by grandson, Trent Meador; niece, Elizabeth Schafer. She will be sadly missed by her children,...
Lucille J. Bradshaw
Jan 15, 2025
Lucille J. Bradshaw, age 98, of Akron, passed away on January 15, 2025. She was born in Lindside, WV on August 19, 1926 to Sherman and Mollie (Johnson) Jackson. She moved to Ohio in the late 1940's after marrying her husband Wilford in West Virginia. She was a longtime member of the Arlington Church of the Nazarene and participated in...
Valerie A. Brock
Jan 14, 2025
Valerie A. Brock, 66, passed away on January 14, 2025. She was born on October 15, 1958 the daughter of the late Albert J and Suzanne Leiby Sr. of Akron, Ohio. She never failed to brighten up a room with her laughter and smiles. She always enjoyed being amongst friends and family.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and...
David Douglas Beard
Jan 14, 2025
David Douglas Beard, of Akron, Ohio passed away on January 14, 2025. David was born on January 20, 1972 in Akron, Ohio to Douglas and Jennifer (Buck) Beard. David was a 1991 graduate of Ellet High School.
David will be remembered for his quick wit and enduring love for his family. He was always there to support his son and family...
Sandra G. Wilson
Jan 13, 2025
Sandra Wilson, age 80, passed away at her home on January 13, 2025. She was born July 13, 1944 in Bangor, ME, the daughter of Fredrick and Virginia (Bowden) Leach.
Sandra loved her family and spending time with them. She also enjoyed a good card game with friends and family. Sandra had a love for music and she could sing any...
Theresa A. Tickhill
Jan 13, 2025
Theresa A. Tickhill, 72, passed away peacefully at home on January 13, 2025. Born in Akron, Ohio, she resided in Cuyahoga Falls most of her life. Theresa enjoyed her dogs, jewelry, watching the Hallmark Channel, collecting dolls, traveling to Las Vegas as well as Atlantic City and spending time with her family.
Theresa was preceded in death by her husband, Roland...
Nancy Marie Myers
Jan 13, 2025
Nancy Marie Myers, age 80, passed away on January 13, 2025. She was born in Akron on October 8, 1944, to the late Charles and Marie Lutz. Nancy was a 1962 graduate of Stow High School. She married Joe Myers in June of 1968. She was employed by Summit County MRDD in Tallmadge and Stow Glenn Retirement Village. Nancy's greatest...
Jack (John) Sholtis
Jan 12, 2025
Jack (John) Sholtis, age 91, of Stark County passed away peacefully on January 12th 2025. Born on February 28th 1933 in Canton, Ohio, Jack graduated from Timken in 1951 and was an Army Veteran. He retired from welding at Shanafelt Manufacturing in 1998. Jack was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, baseball coach, and a cherished member of the community and...
Barry Lee Cannon Jr.
Jan 11, 2025
Barry Lee Cannon Jr., age 28, born on April 23, 1996, in Akron, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on January 11, 2025, leaving behind a legacy rooted in love and care for others. He was known for his genuine spirit and his unwavering ability to put everyone else first. Barry’s presence brought joy to his family and friends, and his memory...
Nancy (Clapper) High
Jan 11, 2025
Nancy (Clapper) High, aged 83, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully from natural causes on January 11, 2025. Born on September 17, 1941, Nancy grew up in Uniontown, Ohio, and was a proud member of the Class of 1959 at Lake High School. She was preceded in death by her parents Paul and Florence Clapper, son-in-law Rick Bailey, and grandson...
Dennis A. Nelson
Jan 11, 2025
Dennis “Denny” Nelson, 75, passed away suddenly on January 11, 2025.
Denny was born in Akron, Ohio to the late Richard & Betty Nelson. He graduated from Copley High School in 1968 and served in the U.S. Army. In June of 1978 he proudly joined The City of Akron as a firefighter. During his career he held positions of paramedic and...
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