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Linda Lee Stotzer

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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...

Santa Condita Harbert

Santa Condita Harbert

Jan 11, 2025

Santa Harbert passed away peacefully January 11,2025 with her children at her side. Santa was born June 1,1930 in Akron, Ohio to parents Gregory and Teresa Gully who immigrated to the U.S. from Italy through Ellis Island. Santa went to St. Bernard’s Catholic School through grade 8, graduating June 3, 1945. Santa was CYO Table Tennis Champion in 1945, defeating...

Larry Roy Carr

Larry Roy Carr

Jan 11, 2025

Larry Roy Carr

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Larry Carr, age 80, of Akron, Ohio who passed away peacefully on January 11, 2025.

Larry was born on October 4, 1944 in Akron, Ohio and raised by his grandparents, Dessie and Harry Thurston. He grew up in Akron and graduated from East High School. Larry proudly served...

Barbara "Barb" E. List

Barbara "Barb" E. List

Jan 10, 2025

Barbara “Barb” E. List, 73, of Akron, passed peacefully at home with her husband and daughter by her side after a 15 month battle with lung cancer. Barb was born on February 26, 1951 in Akron, Ohio to the late Kenneth and Lorraine Hayes. She graduated from Hower High School in 1969. She worked for 29 years as a bailiff...

Brian Douglas Lange

Brian Douglas Lange

Jan 9, 2025

Brian D. Lange, age 77, of Akron, Ohio former resident of Wausau passed away 01/09/2025 with family at his side. 

Brian was born June 27, 1947 in Wausau, WI and graduated from Wausau High School in 1966. He served his country in the US Army with 21 years of service, serving in Vietnam 67-68, Korea and Germany and state side duty....

Jerome L. Silverman

Jerome L. Silverman

Jan 8, 2025

Jerome Louis Silverman, Jr. 

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jerome Louis Silverman, Jr., of Brimfield Township, age 54, who died on 1-8-2025 at University Hospitals, (Portage County, OH). Jerome was born on 1-14-1970 in Cincinnati, OH to Jerome Louis Silverman, Sr. and Anne Ruth Burroughs.

Throughout his life, Jerome (“Jay”) was known for his love of...

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