Obituaries
Glenn A. Harper
Apr 27, 2022
Glenn A. Harper, 74, of Barberton, passed away on April 27, 2022. Glenn was born in Akron on August 17, 1947. He proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War and later enlisted in the Army National Guard. He retired after 25 years of employment at Babcock and Wilcox as a welder. Glenn was a car enthusiast, enjoyed...
Norma Jean Werstler
Apr 26, 2022
Norma Jean Werstler, 93, went home with the Lord on April 26, 2022. She was born on March 15, 1929 the daughter of Vern and Anna Briggs. Norma was a believer in Jesus Christ, attended church her entire life, and lived out her faith in her love for others. She was married 43 years to her childhood sweetheart Bobb. She...
Beverly June Vannostran
Apr 26, 2022
Beverly June VanNostran, age 83 of Green passed away on Tuesday, April 26, 2022 at her home. A lifelong resident of Akron, Beverly was born on January 14, 1939 to the late Rufus and Lula {Valentine} Morgan.In addition to her parents, Beverly was preceded in death by her husband Jack VanNostran, and brothers Kenneth and James Morgan.Beverly is survived by...
Brenda L. Fowler
Apr 25, 2022
Brenda L. Fowler, 61, passed away peacefully April 25, 2022 with her family by her side. Born in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio to John and Nancy (Shufelt) McIntyre, she resided in Brimfield, Ohio most of her life. Brenda enjoyed hiking, gardening, baking, collecting teddy bears and holiday decor, taking trips to Holmes County, Ohio as well as Geneva-on-the-Lake, Ohio and spending...
Douglas Jerome Sain
Apr 25, 2022
Douglas Jerome Sain, age 58 of Mogadore passed away on Monday, April 25, 2022. He was born in Akron on December 15, 1963 to the late Raymond and Marilyn {Huggans} Sain. In addition to his parents, Douglas was preceded in death by his brother David Sain.Doug's memory will always be cherished by his wife of 22 years, Kimberly; children Zachary...
Sharon Lee King
Apr 24, 2022
Sharon Lee King, age 76 of Akron, Ohio, died on Airl 24, 2022 at her home. She was born on February 9, 1946 in Canton, Ohio, the daughter of the late Eldred Myron and Vivian (nee Stinson) Proctor Sr. Sharon loved to work in her yard and read her Bible. She was a God fearing woman. Survivors include her companion...
Joe E Harrison
Apr 24, 2022
Joe Harrison Sr., age 64, of Tallmadge, peacefully passed away in his home surrounded by family on April 24, 2022 following a brief and aggressive battle with liver cancer. Joe was born in Portsmouth, Ohio to Roy and Phyllis Harrison on August 13, 1957. Having graduated from Tallmadge High School in 1975, Joe remained dedicated to his community by serving...
Kenneth Griner Jr.
Apr 22, 2022
Kenneth Boyd Griner Jr. "Doc", 57, of Barberton, passed away on April 22, 2022. Doc was born in Barberton on May 18, 1964. He was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army. He will always be remembered for his wonderful sense of humor, his generous spirit, and his big smile. Doc would help anyone in need and always leant an...
Renee Kathleen Burns
Apr 22, 2022
Renee Kathleen Burns, 45, passed away suddenly April 22, 2022 from complications of an illness. Her loving family was by her side. Born in Akron, Ohio to Thomas and Christine (Harmon) Burns, she was a lifelong area resident. Renee was a very gentle human being, amazingly strong, and hilarious even through tremendous hardships. Her compassion and empathy knew no limits....
Rebecca Ann Reese
Apr 22, 2022
Rebecca Ann Reese, "Becky", age 69 of Akron, Ohio, died on April 22, 2022 at Heather Knoll Care Center. She was born on August 27, 1952 in Berkeley, West Virginia, the daughter of the late Charles and Ruby Ann (nee Sisk) Williams. Becky loved to listen to music, she enjoyed flowers and attending church. Survivors include her husband, Howard Reese,...
Gregory A. Rowh
Apr 22, 2022
Gregory A. Rowh, 53 of Tallmadge, Ohio went Home to be with the Lord on April 22, 2022. He graduated from Springfield High School in 1986. Greg was a CNC machinist for 37 years, most recently at Herman Machine. Greg enjoyed playing video games, camping, golf and spending time with his family. He will be sadly missed by his wife...
Sonja E. Dejournett
Apr 21, 2022
Mere words are insufficient to capture the spunk and spirit of Sonja Edith DeJournett. She was born July 13, 1953 in Orlando, Florida to Lillie Bell (Edith) Hughes and Thomas J. Edith who both preceded her in death. With a loving mother and doting father the family grew to ultimately include Sonja and her four siblings, two of whom mourn...
Paul Lawrence Thompson
Apr 21, 2022
Paul Lawrence Thompson, age 65, of Akron, Ohio, died on April 21, 2022 at Akron General Hospital. He was born on September 25, 1956 in Akron, the son of the late Wilbur "Bill" and Macel (nee Watson) Thompson.Paul really was into music and when he walked in he played wonderful songs on the jukebox. People loved to see his smiling...
Dean L. Meier
Apr 21, 2022
Dean L. Meier October 28, 1922 – April 21, 2022 Our beloved hero, father, grandfather, father-in-law, uncle and friend took his final flight home on April 21, 2022.Dean was born on October 28th, 1922 in Knox, Pennsylvania. He was the son of the late Ila (Somerville) and John Meier.Growing up in and around Sligo, PA, Dean had four siblings, a...
David Louis Rosen
Apr 20, 2022
David Louis Rosen, age 79 of Akron passed away peacefully at Akron City Hospital on Wednesday, April 20, 2022. He was born in Newburgh, NY of August 5, 1942 to the late Irving and Alberta {Marsh} Rosen.David will be dearly missed by his wife of 45 years, Donna; children Mark (Mimi) Rosen, Allison (Brent) Mitchell, David (Laura) Gibson and Ramona...
Gary W. Williams
Apr 20, 2022
Gary W. Williams, age 72 of Akron, Ohio died on April 20, 2022. He was born on February 11, 1950 in Portsmouth, Ohio, the son of the late Cassie (nee Williams) Wiles.Gary was an avid deer hunter and enjoyed the outdoors. He loved to get away from the hustle and bustle of life to his cabin in Southern Ohio. Survivors...
Richard E Lewis
Apr 19, 2022
Richard E. Lewis, 56, of Akron, passed away on April 19, 2022. He was born on June 15, 1965 the son of the late Richard and Brenda Lewis. He graduated from Central Howard with the class of 1984. From 1984 to 1986 he proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. Richard was a man of faith. He was an...
Edward B. Warner
Apr 18, 2022
Edward B. Warner, 85, passed away April 18, 2022 at home. Born in Berry, Kentucky, he moved to the Akron area at the age of 13. Eddie went to Buchtel High School and was a trumpet player in the marching band. He was an organist and entertainer all of his adult life, often performing at many places across the country....
Jeanette Marie Rieneckert
Apr 18, 2022
Jeanette Marie Rieneckert, age 83, passed away peacefully in her home Monday April 18th, 2022 surrounded by her adoring family. Born on March 14th, 1939 in Brookings, South Dakota to Glenn and Myrna Worden, she spent most of her life in Northeast Ohio. She was a 1957 graduate of Norton High School.A perfect day for Jeanette involved a hot cup...
Timothy L. Gansel
Apr 18, 2022
Timothy L. "Tim" Gansel passed away on Monday, April 18, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ova and Donald Gansel, sister Donna and brothers Gordon, Dave and Jake.He leaves his loving wife of 36 years Diane; sons Tony (Mandi) Leonard and Cory (Heather) Gansel; daughter Deanna (Jerid) O'Brien; six grandchildren Cory Jr., Carter, Caleb, Sawyer, Conner and...
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