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Arthur "Doug" Ralphsnyder

Arthur "Doug" Ralphsnyder

Dec 13, 2024

Arthur “Doug” Ralphsnyder, 53, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on December 13, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born February 7, 1971, to William and Shirley Ralphsnyder. Arthur grew up in Akron, where he graduated from Akron Central-Hower High School. A man of exceptional skill and dedication, he worked as a proud union carpenter for over 30 years. Arthur...

William Zachary "Zack" Church

William Zachary "Zack" Church

Dec 12, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of William Zachary Church (Zack), a beloved husband, dog father to Frankie, brother, son, teammate and friend, who left us peacefully on December 12th, 2024. Born on November 24th 1994, Zack lived a life filled with adventure, laughter, and a deep love for his family, friends, and his team working...

Virginia D. Smith

Virginia D. Smith

Dec 11, 2024

Virginia D. Smith, age 97, of Uniontown, Ohio passed from this world entering her eternal home and into the arms of her Lord and Savior on December 11, 2024 hearing the worship of angels on high!

Born in the small town of Frank, Virginia, she was the second child to Harry and Eunice Eagle, brother James Eagle. Upon graduating from Monterey...

Jeanne R. Wright

Jeanne R. Wright

Dec 11, 2024

Jeanne R Wright, 98, formerly of Suffield passed away on December 11, 2024. She was born on September 6, 1926 the daughter of the late Melville and Jessie Rankin. She was a woman of faith and was a member of Suffield United Church of Christ. She was also a member of the D.A.R. and Portage County Gardeners. Jeanne enjoyed reading...

Alisha Marie Jarvis

Alisha Marie Jarvis

Dec 11, 2024

Alisha Marie Jarvis, 50, of Akron, passed away on December 11, 2024. She was born on April 26, 1974 to Patsy and the late Raymond Hahn. 

Alisha is survived by her loving husband, Frank; step-daughter Kyla Jarvis; mother Patsy Hahn; grandmother Genevieve Bartoletta; brother Justin (Brandy) Hahn; nieces and nephews Dominic, Dustin, Dalton and Danica Hahn; aunts Jenny Bartoletta and Jean...

Gary Allan Feick

Gary Allan Feick

Dec 10, 2024

Gary Allan Feick, age 71, of Mart, Texas for the last 30 years, and formerly of Akron, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday December 10, 2024 at Ascension Providence Hospital in Waco, Texas. He was born in Akron on October 9, 1953 to Clarence and Elizabeth (Vavrek) Feick at Akron, OH. Gary was in construction originally, but moved to Texas to...

Michael J. Ginther

Michael J. Ginther

Dec 10, 2024

Michael J. Ginther, 73, passed away peacefully at home December 10, 2024 with family by his side. Born in Fullerton, CA to John and Bertha (McCarty) Ginther, he resided in Stark County, Ohio most of his adult life. Mike was known for helping anyone he crossed paths with and he loved putting smiles on children's faces by playing Santa Claus...

Wesley Allen Bennett

Wesley Allen Bennett

2024

Wesley Allen Bennett, beloved son of Brianna Scheck and Samuel Bennett, was born sleeping on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at Akron City Hospital. 

Wesley is survived by his loving parents, Brianna and Sam; as well as big brother, Waylon; grandparents, Eve Scheck, Michael (Amy) Scheck, Kimberly (James) Bennett; aunts and uncles, Brevin Scheck, Christian Scheck, Nicole (Steven) Dudas and Kristy (Justin)...

Veleria B. Woodrum

Veleria B. Woodrum

Dec 10, 2024

Veleria B. Woodrum, 87, passed away peacefully at home December 10, 2024 with family by her side. Born in Cabin Creek, WV to Austin and Ethel (Hudnall) Johnson, she resided in the Wadsworth/Medina area all of her adult life. Veleria belonged to Kingdom Warrior Ministries and she enjoyed knitting, reading the Bible, and spending time with her family, especially her...

John Arthur Daily

John Arthur Daily

Dec 9, 2024

John Arthur Daily

John Daily, 87 of Akron Ohio, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2024. Born on January 22, 1938 in Akron Ohio. John was the son of the late Robert and Ellen Daily and Sibling to Robert, Nadine and Jeffery (Deceased). He was a devoted Father of John Jr. Anne Tunney, Jane Cera, Andrew, Michael and Joeseph. John attended...

James D. Walder

James D. Walder

Dec 8, 2024

James D. Walder, 75, of Canal Fulton, passed away on December 8, 2024. Born in Barberton on September 1, 1949 to the late Pete and Lucille (Barlow) Walder and graduated from Kenmore High School. He spent 24 years as a firefighter/paramedic for the City of Akron. James was always with his loving wife Jackie enjoying water skiing, bicycling the towpath...

Janet L. Butler

Janet L. Butler

Dec 8, 2024

Janet L. Butler, 74, passed away December 8, 2024 with family by her side. Born in Akron, Ohio, she lived in the area most of her life. Janet worked as a nurse at Akron Children's Hospital for most of her career life. Known as the Great Aunt Janet to some, she was always on the go and enjoyed shopping, theater...

Pamela J. Buchanan

Pamela J. Buchanan

Dec 7, 2024

Pamela June Buchanan, age 63, of Akron, born December 17th, 1960, passed away December 7th, 2024, after a battle with cancer. 

Pamela has reunited in heaven with her husband Ernest Buchanan and her brother Lawrence Berkenstock. 

She will be sadly missed by her parents Karen and Fred Moorehead; children Mattilica and Dylan Harper; brother John (Anita) Berkenstock and sister Tari Riley; step-brother...

James D. Duncan Jr.

James D. Duncan Jr.

Dec 7, 2024

James "Jim" D. Duncan Jr., age 70, of Akron, passed away on December 7, 2024 at Justin T. Rogers Hospice Care Center. He was born on August 11, 1954 to the late James Sr. and Emma Lou Duncan in Akron, Ohio. He graduated from Springfield High School in 1973. 

Along with his father and brother, James owned and operated the family...

Carol Agnes Brumbelow

Carol Agnes Brumbelow

Dec 6, 2024

Carol Agnes Brumbelow, a beloved matriarch, passed away on December 6, 2024, at the age of 83. Born on December 23, 1940, Carol lived a life filled with selflessness, humor, and love, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew her.

A dedicated wife to her husband Richard "Joe" Brumbelow, she cherished her role as the heart of her family. Carol...

Pauline "Polly" Myers

Pauline "Polly" Myers

Dec 5, 2024

Pauline "Polly" Doris Myers, age 76, a lifelong resident of Akron, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2024. 

Born on 15th of December 1947, in Akron, Ohio to Steve F. Nuss and Doris Ledbetter-Nuss. 

Polly especially loved vacations at the beach and traveling to different places in the Carribean.

Polly is survived by her son and daughter-in-law John Patrick Jr. and Mary Myers;...

Frances R. Powell

Frances R. Powell

Dec 5, 2024

Frances R. Powell, age 83, passed away on December 5, 2024, at home surrounded by family. She was born in New York on March 4, 1941, to the late William and Martha Reagan. She enjoyed spending time in Florida with her husband of 41 years, William Powell, who preceded her in death in 2001. Frances loved spending time with her...

Gerald Lee Brunton

Gerald Lee Brunton

Dec 4, 2024

Gerald Lee Brunton, age 78, former Army Veteran of the Vietnam War, went home to the Lord on Wednesday, December 4, 2024. He was born in Ravenna, Ohio, on April 29, 1946 to the late James Benson and Gladys Effie Brunton of Ravenna. 

After high school, Gerald enlisted in the United States Army. He proudly served from 1965-1971 where he was...

Patricia L. Kirschner

Patricia L. Kirschner

Dec 4, 2024

Patricia L. Kirschner, 87, of Akron, passed away on December 4, 2024. She was born on December 12, 1936 the daughter of the late Warren and Mary McLaughlin of Akron, Ohio. In her younger years she was a fantastic athlete, excelling in softball, volleyball and bowling and many other sports. She enjoyed fishing in Canada. Pat always loved get togethers...

Richard Waine Schutte

Richard Waine Schutte

Dec 4, 2024

Richard Waine Schutte, 66, of Stow, passed away at his home on December 4, 2024. He was born on August 24, 1958 to the late Harold J. Schutte and Emma Lou {Brock} Schutte. 

In addition to his parents, Rich was preceded in death by his wife Cheryl Kish-Schutte, sister Maribeth Smith and brother David Harold Schutte.

Richard is survived by his loving...

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