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Janet Ann Tibus
Mar 27, 2025
Janet Ann Tibus, age 73, of Akron, passed away on March 27, 2025 in the comfort of her home. She was born on November 9, 1951 in Passaic, NJ and lived in Lodi, New Jersey where she graduated from high school. She retired in Ohio with her late husband Andrew Tibus. She enjoyed taking care of her cats and loved...
Daniel Joseph Meers
Mar 27, 2025
Daniel Joseph Meers, 69, passed away on March 27, 2025. He was born on January 18, 1956 to the late Lawrence and Mattie Meers in Orlando, FL.
He is survived by his brother Lawrence (Tamara) Meers, Jr.; and nieces Tabitha, Angela, Andrea and nephew Andrew.
He was preceded in brothers Jerry and William.
Visitation will be held Monday 11 AM - 1 PM...
Pansy Deloris Robinson
Mar 26, 2025
Pansy D. Robinson, 88, died after a day of family vigil at Amherst Meadows in Massillon, Ohio on March 26, 2025.
She was born in Steer Creek, West Virginia on July 24, 1936 to Adeline and Arthur Bennett. She was an avid bowler, having been a member of the Tuesday Women's League for more than thirty years. Pansy spent many years...
Patricia A. Dawson
Mar 25, 2025
Patricia A. Dawson (Pat or Patty) passed away on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at the age of 85, surrounded by the love of family.
On April 7, 2025, they will celebrate their remarkable 63rd wedding anniversary together, proving that love knows no bounds.
She was a secretary by profession, but she was most proud of her time working as a front hotel...
Rodger Arland Hagmaier
Mar 24, 2025
Rodger Arland Hagmaier, 83, passed peacefully on March 23, 2025 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Reading, PA. Born on September 7, 1941, in Farmington, OH, Rodger was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and a man of deep faith and character.
A longtime Akron resident, Rodger worked as a dedicated engineer and retired from Goodyear. Outside of work, he found joy in...
David A. Christ
Mar 24, 2025
David A. Christ, 59, passed away unexpectedly on March 24, 2025. Born in Akron, Ohio to Paul and Mary (Friel) Christ, he was a lifelong area resident. He previously worked as a CAD Operator for the Whole Shop. David was an avid and accomplished pool player and he enjoyed playing in multiple bands. He also loved watching TV and spending...
Peggy L. Duckworth
Mar 24, 2025
Peggy L. Duckworth (Uhl), 80, of Wadsworth, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2025. She was born on October 14, 1944 in Akron, Ohio to the late Edward C. and Flora B. Uhl. Peggy graduated from Garfield High School in 1962 and soon married her childhood sweetheart, Richard Duckworth. They settled in Akron and began their family, which grew to...
Thomas W. Alexander
Mar 23, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce that Thomas Wilson Alexander Sr., 86, of Akron, OH, responded to his final alarm on Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 3:24 in the afternoon. He was surrounded by his loving family as he passed from his long and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s.
Thomas was born on May 10, 1938 in Barberton, OH to...
Lloyd Henry Nelson
Mar 21, 2025
Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio - Lloyd Henry Nelson, age 87, entered into the Lords care on Friday, March 21, 2025, after a short illness. He was born on June 19, 1937 in Cleveland, Ohio, the oldest child of Esther Viola (Hallstrom) and John Henry Nelson. Lloyd was a 1955 graduate of West Geauga High School in Chesterland, Ohio, and served in...
Reba Earline Harris
Mar 20, 2025
Reba "Earline" Harris, age 93, passed away peacefully on March 20,2025. Born in Akron, Ohio on June 4, 1931, to John and Flossie (Skiles) Nibling. She married Arthur Harris and after 72 loving years together, hepassed in 2024. Earline loved spending time with her family, especiallycooking Sunday dinners. She was active in the Firestone Park Garden Club and took great...
Jerry James Slagle
Mar 20, 2025
Jerry J. Slagle, age 81, of Stow, Ohio passed away at home with family by his side on March 20, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer. Jerry was born September 19, 1943 in Templeton, PA to the late Jerry and Elsie Slagle. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother Fred Slagle. He is...
Norma Faye Speegle
Mar 20, 2025
Norma Faye Speegle, age 75, went home to be with the Lord on March 20, 2025, after her battle with COPD. She was born in Cullman, Alabama on January 15, 1950 to the late William and Jemmie Speegle. Norma was a true sister and made the best custard pie. She had strong faith and loved her Lord. Norma enjoyed playing...
Sheila Florence Brett
Mar 20, 2025
Sheila Florence Brett, born Horning, was born in London, England, on December 22, 1934. She passed peacefully in her sleep on March 20, 2025 in Copley, Ohio.
She was married on April 2, 1955.
Sheila is survived by her loving husband of 69 years, Alan Brett; son, Paul (Nancy) Brett; two daughters, Yvonne (Duke) Battaglia and Linda Spencer; as well as many...
Arlena J. Gray
Mar 20, 2025
Arlena J. Gray, 80, passed away peacefully at home March 20, 2025 with family by her side. Born in Millstone, WV to Willard and Louie (Offutt) Garrett, she resided in Akron, OH all of her adult life. Arlena enjoyed gardening, hiking, trips to Myrtle Beach as well as back home to West Virginia, attending her grandchildren's sporting events and spending...
Neal J. Leetham
Mar 19, 2025
Neal J. Leetham, born on September 17, 1994, in Akron, Ohio, passed away on March 19, 2025. Neal graduated from Lake High School in 2012, laying the foundation for his career at Lincoln Heritage. He was a young man of many interests and talents. His passion for martial arts led him to earn a Green Belt in Tae Kwon Do,...
Jack H. Banas
Mar 19, 2025
Jack H. Banas, age 75, of Akron, passed away on March 19, 2025 at Akron City Hospital. He was born in Bisbee, AZ on July 15, 1949 to the late John and Irma Banas. He graduated from Central High School in 1967. After high school, he went on to further his education at the University of Akron where he obtained...
Johnnie Ruth Betts
Mar 19, 2025
Johnnie Ruth Betts, a beloved matriarch and vibrant soul, passed away on March 19, 2025, in Akron, Ohio, just two days shy of her 85th birthday. Born in Toomsuba, Mississippi, on March 21, 1940, her journey through life was marked by warmth, independence, and a fiercely loving spirit.
A proud member of the Phillip's Chapel CME Church for over 50 years,...
Laurie J. Funk
Mar 18, 2025
Laurie J. Funk, 49, of Canton, passed away on March 18, 2025. She was born on April 19, 1975 of Akron, Ohio. She graduated with the class of 1993 from Waterloo High School. She enjoyed the band and playing her saxophone. After graduation she proudly served in the U.S. Army. Laurie was an avid reader and also enjoyed fishing.
Laurie is...
Patricia Ann Rachel
Mar 18, 2025
On March 18, 2025 Patty went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She transitioned into his arms at her home surrounded by her daughters that she loved so deeply and beloved family at her side. Raised in the Kenmore area of Akron, OH and very proud of it, she always loved the underdog and would go...
Thomas C. Weigand
Mar 18, 2025
Thomas C. Weigand, 81, of Akron, passed away on March 18, 2025. He was born on February 29, 1944 the son of the late Louis and Berneda Weigand of Proctor, West Virginia. Tom proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. He retired from Goodyear/ABS after 44 years of dedicated service. Tom was a man of faith and was a...
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