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Teri L. Turrentine
Jan 21, 2025
Teri Lynn Turrentine, unexpectedly passed away on January 21, 2025, at the age of 44. She was born on May 16, 1980 the daughter of James and Patti Turrentine.
Teri was a vibrant and spirited individual who brought joy and light to those around her. Known for her love of high heels and fashion, she had an unmistakable flair for style...
Lois M. Mafield
Jan 21, 2025
Lois Marlene Mafield, 91, of Tallmadge, passed away on January 21, 2025. She was born on June 2, 1933 the daughter of the late Charles and Marjorie Powers of Sharon Center, OH. She was a woman of faith and attended Crossroads Church. She enjoyed sewing and working on puzzle books. Lois was an avid reader. She loved cooking and baking...
Betty Ann Russell (McCarty)
Jan 21, 2025
Betty Ann Russell, 92, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents J.T. and Eula McCarty and her brothers Robert, Richard, and John McCarty.
She is survived by her loving husband of too many years to count, Warren “Russ” Russell; her children John (Chris), Danny (Laura), Rhonda, Nancy (Ty), and Warren (Robyn); numerous grandchildren...
Betty J. Smith
Jan 21, 2025
Betty J. Smith, 75, passed away unexpectedly on January 21, 2025. Born in Akron, Ohio to George and Ann (Moskos) Burke, she was a lifelong Akron area resident. Betty loved her cats and she enjoyed gambling, baking. cooking, watching Westerns and spending time with her family.
In addition to her parents, Betty was preceded in death by her son, John "Gomer"...
Matthew J. Mellon
Jan 20, 2025
Matthew J. Mellon, 55, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2025. Matt grew up in Fishhook, IL and moved to Akron, OH in 1990. He was a proud U. S. Army Veteran and was a member of the DAV, where he was a state committeeman for the State of Ohio DAV. Matt graduated from Stark State as well as the...
Richard A. Davis
Jan 20, 2025
In Loving Memory of Richard Alan DavisRick Davis of Canton, OH died peacefully January 20th, 2025 at Aultman Hospital in Canton, OH.Rick was born in Pine Bluff, AR and survived by his Wife Carol Davis, Beloved Stepmother Jean Davis, Sister Judy Caldwell, Brian & (Sandra) Davis, Son Chad & (Nicole) Davis, daughter Deirdre Davis, son Drew & (Isabel) Davis, Ex-Wife,...
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...
Irene V. Schiele
Jan 19, 2025
Irene V. Schiele, 91, passed away on January 19, 2025. She was born on January 12, 1934, the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Ross.
She was a woman of faith and a former member of Kent Presbyterian Church, and recently attended Tallmadge Bible Church.
She had a deep commitment to caring for others which was ingrained and developed during her...
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...
Damon James Moore
Jan 17, 2025
Damon J. Moore, 49, of Akron, passed away unexpectedly at his home on January 17, 2025. He was born on July 23, 1975 to Bonnie {Borth} Moore and the late Edward J. Moore.
Damon is survived by his loving wife Debbie; son Austin Taylor; step-children Alisa Hooker and Tyler Novak; mother Bonnie Moore; step-sister Lillian Kelly; close friend Randy Edwards; many...
Linda Lee Stotzer
Jan 17, 2025
"For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." - John 3:16
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Linda Lee Stotzer on Friday, January 17, 2025, at Medina General Hospital in Medina, Ohio. At the age of 62, Linda’s life...
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...
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