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Gail L. Payne

Gail L. Payne

Apr 13, 2025

Gail L. Payne, 78, passed away on April 13, 2025. She was born on October 31, 1946 the daughter of the late Harold and Doris Troyer of Akron, Ohio. Gail retired after many years of dedicated service as an Insurance Agent. She had a passion for reading and was an avid "professional" shopper. Gail's love of animals was evident to...

Barbara Ruth Boettler

Barbara Ruth Boettler

Apr 12, 2025

Barbara Ruth (Thompson) (Bruno) Boettler, age 84, transitioned to her eternal heavenly address on April 12, 2025. She was born on January 11, 1941 in Pasaic, New Jersey to the late Robert M. and Marion C. (Gibson) Thompson. Barbara worked as a driver license examiner for the State of Ohio. Barbara will be remembered for her kindness, generosity and loving...

Jeanette I. Harris

Jeanette I. Harris

Apr 10, 2025

Jeanette I. Harris, 88, of Lakemore, went Home to be with the Lord on April 10, 2025. She was born in Gray, Pennsylvania on November 6, 1936 to the late Charles and Ethel Loughry. As a child, Jeanette moved to Akron with her family. Eventually they returned to Boswell, Pennsylvania but as a young woman, Jeanette decided to return to...

Rosalie J. Farnsworth

Rosalie J. Farnsworth

Apr 10, 2025

Rosalie J. Farnsworth, age 85, of Akron, passed away on April 10, 2025. She was born in Akron on January 28, 1940 to Nolan and Margaret (Colello) Feister.

She enjoyed crocheting, the Cleveland Cavaliers and playing board games with her grandkids.

Rosalie is survived by her son and daughter-in-law Michael and Erin Farnsworth; sister Mary Jatich; grandchildren Luke and Catherine Farnsworth, Brittany,...

Anna M. Cooley

Anna M. Cooley

Apr 9, 2025

Anna M. Cooley, 102, of Akron, passed away on April 9, 2025. She was born on December 22, 1922 the daughter of Fred and Katie Winter of Carmi, IL. Growing up on a farm instilled in Anna a strong work ethic which she carried throughout her life. Anna retired after many years of dedicated service from the University of Akron...

Laurel Diane Paparone (Mason)

Laurel Diane Paparone (Mason)

Apr 8, 2025

Laurel Diane Paparone (Mason), known to her friends and family as Lori, passed away on April 8, 2025. She was born in Los Angeles, California on August 2, 1955 to the late Rose and Clarence Mason. At a young age, Lori and her family relocated to Northeast Ohio. She graduated from Northwest High School.

Lori began her career as a case...

Forest L. Thorn

Forest L. Thorn

Apr 8, 2025

Forest L. Thorn, age 80, passed away on April 8, 2025. He was born on September 17, 1944. He was preceded in death by his loving wife Loretta Thorn. He is survived by daughter Judy Kopcha; niece Sandra Fannin; and best friends Chuck Lang and John Lange.

Forest retired from the Akron Fire Department, and was a highly decorated Army Vietnam...

James D. Litz

James D. Litz

Apr 8, 2025

James D. Litz, age 69, of Uniontown, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on April 8, 2025, after an incredibly courageous 11-year battle with cancer. Throughout his fight, James faced each day with remarkable strength, resilience, and an unwavering positive spirit that inspired all who knew him. He was born on March 17, 1956, in Akron, Ohio, to...

Emilie Schwarzinger

Emilie Schwarzinger

Apr 8, 2025

Emilie Schwarzinger, age 90, of Stow, passed away on April 8, 2025 with her family by her side.

She was born on November 13, 1934 to Joseph and Maria (Bartha) Paulkner in Yugoslavia and immigrated in 1956 with her husband, daughter and mother.

Emilie is survived by her loving children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be held Wednesday April 16th, 10 AM- 12...

Christopher M. Konzelman

Christopher M. Konzelman

Apr 8, 2025

Chris passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on April 8, 2025. He will forever be in our hearts and deeply missed. Chris loved his family deeply. He was an amazing son, father, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend. Chris had a deep love for music, playing the drums & his guitar, and going to concerts. His greatest passion...

Leonard R. Selman

Leonard R. Selman

Apr 7, 2025

It’s sad to say the greatest father a person could ever be blessed with, passed away April 7th 2025 at the age of 97.

Leonard was a World War II Vet who proudly served our country. He was always willing to help anyone in any way he could. When you would just drop by he would stop whatever he was doing...

Peggy A. Smaldino

Peggy A. Smaldino

Apr 7, 2025

Peggy A. Smaldino, 81, of Akron, passed away on April 7, 2025. She was born on June 27, 1943 the daughter of the late Paul and Pearl Coup. Peggy retired after many years of dedicated service from Metro RTA. She was a woman of faith and was a member of St. John's Catholic Church. Peggy was known for her strong...

Tina Marsheal Yerian

Tina Marsheal Yerian

Apr 6, 2025

Tina Marsheal Yerian, age 56, of Akron was called home to be with the Lord on April 6, 2025. She was born on January 6, 1969, to Russell Ray and Sheila Elaine (Parrish) Hayes. Tina married Mark Yerian on April 21, 2009 in Akron Ohio. Together they made a house their Home. Her love of the Lord was evident as...

Martin D. Ballauer

Martin D. Ballauer

Apr 6, 2025

Martin D. "Marty" Ballauer, 62, a cherished husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on April 6, 2025. He was born on September 3, 1962 the son of Daniel Ballauer and Shirley Skora. He worked many years as a dedicated electrician. He was a proud member of the NRA.

Marty was a man of the outdoors, often finding happiness during his romantic...

Beverly A. Thompson

Beverly A. Thompson

Apr 5, 2025

Beverly Ann Thompson, 92, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on April 5th, 2025. She was born on February 4th, 1933, to Glynn "Dutch" Pearson and Annice Fluhart. Beverly lived a full and meaningful life, devoted to her family. She was dearly loved and will be remembered as a cherished daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and friend.

Beverly spent most of her adult...

David Joseph Kolosky

David Joseph Kolosky

Apr 5, 2025

David Joseph Kolosky, 78, of Hartville, passed away April 5, 2025. David was born in Massillon, Ohio on June 8, 1946 to the late Sigmund and Doris Kolosky. He was a very loving and devoted husband for 51 years to his wife, Julie (Gulrich) Kolosky. David was a wonderful father to his son Tim, daughter Anne; brother to Paul; and...

Adam Brown

Adam Brown

Apr 5, 2025

Adam Brown, age 87 of Wadsworth, went Home to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 5, 2025. He was born in Charleston, West Virginia to McKinley and Gertrude (Young) Brown. He married Helen Kathryn on August 18, 1956. They moved to Ohio in 1959, where he later owned and operated Brown's Union 76 for many years. Adam enjoyed hosting...

Wendell Fred Standridge

Wendell Fred Standridge

Apr 4, 2025

Wendell "Fred" Standridge, age 84, went home to be with the Lord on April 4, 2025. He was born in Akron on December 25, 1940, to the late Wendell Sr. and Madeline Standridge. Fred was a graduate of Kenmore High School. He went on to serve in the Navy and given an honorable discharge. Fred was a Master Welder for...

Craig Martin Dietrich

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

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...

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