Obituaries

Michael E. Gaich

Michael E. Gaich

Mar 30, 2022

Michael E. Gaich, 75, passed away March 30, 2022. Born in Akron, Ohio to Nicholas and Margaret Mary (Smith) Gaich, most of his life he resided in the Akron/Brimfield area before relocating to Warren late last year. Michael attended grade school at Zion Lutheran Church, High Street, Akron before attending Field High School in Suffield. He worked in production at...

Jeffrey A. Domer

Jeffrey A. Domer

Mar 30, 2022

Jeffrey A. Domer, 61, passed away March 30, 2022 with his family by his side. Born in Akron, Ohio to Sam and Bettye (Kreis) Domer, he was a lifelong Akron area resident. Jeff was a U. S. Navy Veteran and he was a hard working man. He loved Michael Stanley, was a fan of Star Trek and also enjoyed watching...

Dale Alvin Doyle Ii

Dale Alvin Doyle Ii

Mar 29, 2022

Dale Alvin Doyle II, age 60 of Massillon, Ohio, died on March 29, 2022 at his home. He was born on April 28, 1961 in Akron, Ohio, the son of JoAnn (nee Kennedy) Doyle of New Braunfels, Texas and the late Dale Alvin Doyle I. Dale was an honorably discharged US Navy veteran serving during the Persian Gulf War. Dale...

Fenton Geoffrey Beech

Fenton Geoffrey Beech

Mar 29, 2022

Fenton G. Beech, age 42 of Akron passed away unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, March 29, 2022. A lifelong resident of Akron, Fenton was born on April 23, 1979 to Rick and Debbie {Mock} Beech. Fenton will be incredibly missed by his parents; children Declan and Ronan and their mother, Clare; brother Wesley (Stephanie) Beech; nephews Noah and Caleb;...

Eugene Joseph Walters Jr

Eugene Joseph Walters Jr

Mar 28, 2022

Eugene Joseph Walters Jr., died on March 28, 2022 in Uniontown, Ohio, and was born in Maynard, Ohio on August 25, 1932, the son of the late Eugene Joseph and Rose (nee Podlesnik) Walters Sr.He attended St. Stanislaus Catholic School from fist through eighth grand and graduated from St. Clairsville High School in 1950. He received an Associates Degree from...

Theodora S. Ruth

Theodora S. Ruth

Mar 28, 2022

Theodora "Teddy" Ruth (nee Skaliotis), died peacefully on March 28, 2022 in Akron, Ohio at the age of 99. Cherished mother of Barry Ruth (Brenda) of Mansfield, Texas, Robin Ruth (John Eichenlaub) of Akron and Laurie Ruth of Chicago; grandmother to Diana Cardwell (Brian), Lauren Ruth (Casey O'Bryant), Meredith Eichenlaub, Kevin Eichenlaub and Julia Ruth; great-grandmother to Ronin and Reina...

Mark Evans Brown

Mark Evans Brown

Mar 27, 2022

Mark Evans Brown passed away unexpectedly on March 27, 2022. Mark was born in Montgomery, Alabama at Maxwell Air Force Base on March 3, 1956.He graduated from John T. Morgan Academy in Selma, AL and attended Bob Jones University in Greenville, S.C., pursing a degree in Filmmaking. Mark was a hard worker and proved it as a Security Guard at...

Bruce Lee Lesko

Bruce Lee Lesko

Mar 27, 2022

Bruce Lee Lesko, 72, of Freedom Township, passed away on March 27, 2022. He was born in Cleveland on August 28, 1949 to the late Edward and Florence Lesko. Bruce was a regular churchgoer and formed a connection with several congregations in the area. He had many interests, including collecting antique lamps, shooting home movies, and rollercoasters. He had a...

James Roy Tucker

James Roy Tucker

Mar 26, 2022

James Tucker passed away unexpectedly on March 26, 2022, with his brother at his side. Jim was born in Johnstown Pennsylvania. He lived the first years of his life in Pennsylvania near the Corbett family farm, where he was surrounded by loving family and many mischievous cousins who he remained close to all his life. He moved to the Akron...

Jimmie Wayne Whitehead

Jimmie Wayne Whitehead

Mar 26, 2022

Jimmie Wayne Whitehead, 67, of Akron, passed away on March 26, 2022. Jimmie was born in Plant City, Florida on January 28, 1955 to the late Floyd and Alta Whitehead. In addition to his parents, Jimmie was preceded in death by his siblings, Bill, Fred, Lewis, Nell, and Claudine.Jimmie was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He will be...

Lora M. Hendricks

Lora M. Hendricks

Mar 26, 2022

Together Again.Lora M. Hendricks, 81, went to be with the Lord on March 26, 2022 after a very brief illness. She was born in Akron, Ohio to Everett and Vernie Belle (Greathouse) Rowan. Lora previously lived in Suffield, Ohio before moving to Gandeeville, WV for 15 years. She then returned to Ohio, residing in Tallmadge. Lora served as office manager...

Billie Ann Novotny

Billie Ann Novotny

Mar 26, 2022

Billie Ann Novotny, 57, of Akron, passed away on March 26, 2022. She was born on July 20, 1964 to William G. and Judith A. {Shaw} Miller in Roswell, NM. She was preceded in death by her father, William G. Miller. On September 9, 2005, she married Douglas L. Novotny. He survives her, along with their children Michael (Kristen) Fejedelem,...

Weldon M. Arnold, Iii

Weldon M. Arnold, Iii

Mar 25, 2022

Weldon M. Arnold III, 67, passed away unexpectedly March 25, 2022. Born in Akron, Ohio to Weldon, Jr. and Helen (Brisbane) Arnold, he was a lifelong area resident. Weldon went to Ellet High School and worked as a Lab Technician at both Firestone Tire & Rubber Company, later retiring from Polymerics, Inc. He greatly enjoyed playing and watching golf and...

Ira Franklin Myers

Ira Franklin Myers

Mar 23, 2022

Ira "Frank" Myers, age 90 of Akron passed away on Wednesday, March 23, 2022 after a short battle with cancer. A lifelong resident of Akron, Frank was born to the late Wilbur and Edna {Herbst} Myers on May 14, 1931.In addition to his parents, Frank was preceded in death by sister-in-law Carol Myers and nephew Gary "Doug" Myers. Frank is...

Anna Mae Green

Anna Mae Green

Mar 23, 2022

Anna Mae Green, age 85 of Doylestown passed away on Wednesday, March 23, 2022. She was born in Akron on August 10, 1936 to the late John and Mary {Marchock} Packo. In addition to her parents, Anna was preceded in death by her siblings John (Elaine) Packo Jr., Mary (Dale) Snyder, Betty (Gary) Matson and Bill Packo. Anna's legacy of...

Helen Marie Borovicka

Helen Marie Borovicka

Mar 23, 2022

Helen Marie Borovicka, age 87 of Cuyahoga Falls passed away peacefully at her home, after a courageous battle with cancer, on Wednesday, March 23, 2022. Helen is preceded in death by her husband Robert L. Borovicka and their son Kenneth James Borovicka. Her memory will always be cherished by her children Peggy Tyson, Joseph (Lynn) Borovicka, Edward (Elise) Borovicka and...

Matthew Paul Elick

Matthew Paul Elick

Mar 22, 2022

In loving memory of our son, Matthew Paul Elick, who went to be with the Lord. You are free of your earthly disabilities and will shine the brightest in the Kingdom of Heaven.Matt is reunited with his grandparents, Paul and Rosemary Elick and Don Anderson. He will be dearly missed by his loving parents, Paul and Karen Elick; sister, Elyse...

Terry M. Garkovich

Terry M. Garkovich

Mar 20, 2022

Terry M. Garkovich, 72, of Akron, passed away on March 20, 2022. He was born April 29, 1949 in Garrett, PA and was the son of the late Paul and Bernadine Garkovich. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army and was a Bronze Star recipient of the Vietnam War. Terry enjoyed golfing, bowling and was an avid Cleveland...

Doris F. Frech

Doris F. Frech

Mar 20, 2022

Doris Faye Frech (Bartlett), 91, went home to be with her Lord on March 20, 2022. She was born on February 21, 1931 in Spencer, West Virginia and was a graduate of Spencer High School.After marrying she moved to Ohio. She was a member of Grace Baptist Church for many years. Mrs. Frech retired from J.C. Penney as an office...

Joseph D. Tasich

Joseph D. Tasich

Mar 20, 2022

Joe Tasich lost his battle with ALS on Sunday, March 20, 2022. He fought with bravery and never lost his spirit.He was a mechanic for the city of Cuyahoga Falls for 17 years. Joe enjoyed drag racing, hunting, golf and spending time with family and friends. Joe was preceded in death by his father, George Tasich.Joe is survived by his...

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