Obituaries
Robert E Ward, Jr.
Dec 7, 2021
Robert "Bob" E. Ward, Jr., age 86 of Akron, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on December 7, 2021.Bob was born on February 26, 1935 in Massillon, Ohio to Robert Sr. and Margaret (Mumaw) Ward. He retired from JC Penney as an operations manager and worked as a tax preparer for H&R Block. He was a dedicated Ohio State...
Mike Collins
Dec 7, 2021
Mike Collins passed away after a short illness on December 7, 2021, in Hudson, Ohio. He was born March 4, 1929 in Charleston, West Virginia to Otha Collins and Laura Valera Gourley Collins. Mike married the love of his life, Mae Canterbury Collins, on October 27, 1956 in Charleston, West Virginia.Mike was predeceased by his wife, Mae, October 21, 2012...
Sherri Ellen Farkus
Dec 7, 2021
Sherri Ellen Farkus, age 63 of Barberton was called to her heavenly home on Tuesday, December 7, 2021. She was born in Akron on July 4, 1958, the daughter of the late Gene Chaney and Martha (Richard) Maley. Sherri will be dearly missed by her children Amy and Vincent Farkus; grandchildren Keagan and Desmond; sister Terri (Doug) Blake; brother Rick...
Tamara Lvovna Portnova
Dec 7, 2021
Tamara Lvovna Portnova (August 27, 1922-December 7, 2021)Tamara Portnova passed away on December 7, 2021 at the age of 99. She was born in Moscow, USSR, in 1922, the daughter of Lev Vladimirovich Portnov and Anna Nicolaevna Kochanova. She had a sister, Svetlana Lvovna, and a younger brother Volik, who died in infancy.She is survived by daughter Svetlana Barber, son-in-law,...
Judy Ann Shumway
Dec 7, 2021
Judy Ann Shumway, age 77 of North Canton, Ohio, died on December 7, 2021 in Mercy Medical Center in Canton. She was born on October 16, 1944 in Akron, the daughter of the late James Douglas and Vera Kate (nee Oster) Hutcheson. She leaves behind two children, Robert F. Shumway and Cathy Trifiro; her grandchildren, Dustin, Destiny and Kelsie Shumway.Other...
Sylvia A. Hluhany
Dec 7, 2021
Sylvia A. Hluhany, age 83 of Barberton, passed away on Tuesday, December 7, 2021. She was born in Sewickley, PA on January 27, 1938 to the late Andrew and Susan {Minnich} Pelak.In addition to her parents, Sylvia was preceded in death by her husband Robert Hluhany and their son Andrew Hluhany; 2 brothers and 2 sisters. Sylvia will be dearly...
Colleen Angela Moore
Dec 7, 2021
Colleen Angela Moore, 60, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 7, 2021. She was born in Akron, Ohio on March 24, 1961, where she spent her childhood.Colleen moved to Los Angeles as a young adult where she worked for 30 years in the music entertainment business. She loved music of various types and played the piano....
Sharon L. Legg
Dec 6, 2021
Sharon L. Legg, 74, passed away peacefully December 6, 2021 at the Hospice Care Center. She never stopped fighting or moving forward, no matter how sick she was or tired from illness, she was always determined. When others would have broken, she stayed strong and determined. She lived an example of resilience and perseverance. She didn't know the word quit...
Clyde "Bob" Riddle
Dec 6, 2021
Clyde R. Riddle "Bob", 77, of Louisville, passed away on December 6, 2021. Sometimes even the best need their rest. Bob was born in Akron on March 26, 1944 to the late Clyde and Katheryn Riddle. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, son and brother. Bob had a heart of gold and would help anyone in need. He had...
James L Good
Dec 6, 2021
James L. Good, age 80, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2021.James was born on October 16, 1941 in Akron, Ohio. He enjoyed watching the Cleveland Browns, Cleveland Indians, and NASCAR. James enjoyed sitting on his front porch and interacting with people who passed by. He liked coloring and doing word searches. He is preceded in death...
Beth Anne Wise
Dec 6, 2021
Beth Anne Wise, age 56 passed away on December 6, 2021 at her home. She was born in Celina, Ohio on October 30, 1965, the daughter of James "Jim" and Anne (nee Heisser) Wise, both whom survive and will miss her always. She graduated from St. Vincent-St. Mary High School and went on to graduate from Akron University obtaining her...
Pauline Ann Brandt
Dec 6, 2021
Pauline Ann Brandt, 85, of Mogadore, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on December 6, 2021. Pauline was born in Akron on July 12, 1936 to the late Edward and Esther Zuver. She will be dearly missed by her daughters, Cynthia Muhlbach, Paulette (Russ) Goodman, and Michelle (Mark) Messner; sisters, Linda (Jim) Fairhead and Mary McQuillen; brother,...
Marie Jane Worrells
Dec 5, 2021
Marie Jane "Trudy" Worrells, 91, passed away peacefully at home on December 5, 2021, with special niece and caregiver Karen Porter, close friend Jan Haverlick and her favorite hospice caregiver Sonet by her side.Trudy was born April 28, 1930 in Akron, Ohio and was a lifelong resident. In addition to her parents Elmer and Lucy (Delaney) Cull, Trudy was preceded...
Carol Jean Bry
Dec 5, 2021
Carol Jean Bry, age 82 of Akron went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 5, 2021. A lifelong resident of Akron, Carol was born to the late Charles and Rusha {Boice} McDaniel.In addition to her parents, Carol was preceded in death by her husband Donald Bry, Sr. and their daughter Tanya Oden; grandson Kyle Bry; brothers Paul...
Joann Ethel Trayers
Dec 5, 2021
JoAnn Ethel Trayers, age 88 of Stow, Ohio, passed away at home surrounded by her family on Sunday, December 5, 2021. She was born on January 10, 1933 in McKeesport, PA, the daughter of the late Raymond and Susie (nee Borton) Denney. Other than her parents, JoAnn was preceded in death by her husband, Harold "Buck" Trayers on June 18,...
Donald W. Hall
Dec 4, 2021
Donald W. Hall, born September 30, 1947 and left this life on December 4, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert & Florence (Stewart) Hall, and his beloved nephew, Jerry Dobson. Left to forever miss his smile, hugs and booming voice is his wife of 55 years, Carol; sons, Victor, Bill (Lin), and Chris Hall. Also left...
Joanne Tracy Decker
Dec 4, 2021
Joanne T. Decker, age 64 of Beach City passed away on Saturday, December 4, 2021. She was born in Akron on May 31, 1957, the daughter of the late Arthur and Carolyn {Teater} Barstow.In addition to her parents, Joanne was preceded in death by her daughter, Shannon Edwards. Joanne will be dearly missed by her husband J.D.; daughter Stephanie (Jason)...
Robert Lee Cannon
Dec 4, 2021
Robert Lee Cannon, "Bob", age 82, of Munroe Falls, Ohio, died on December 4, 2021 in Akron. He was born on July 30, 1939, in Akron, the son of the late Francis Patrick and Levia Anna (nee Sharpe) Cannon. Bob had lived in California and Florida but returned to his home state to be closer to his family. He spent...
Tony Louis Cox
Dec 4, 2021
Tony Louis Cox, age 49 of Ravenna passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, December 4, 2021. He was born in Wadsworth on May 13, 1972 to the late J.W. and Raquel {Rodriquez} Cox.Tony will be incredibly missed by his wife JaCara; daughters Tovia and Talynn; sons Armond, Tyler (Brittany), Tanner, Tre'Veier and Tony Jr.; grandchildren Ariana and Andonis; cousin and longtime...
Jillian Christine Silkey
Dec 3, 2021
Jillian Christine (Tallos) Silkey, age 53 of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on December 3, 2021.Jillian was born on October 3, 1968 in Gary, Indiana to John and Emily (Pastoret) Tallos. She graduated from Brunswick Christian School. Her children were everything to her and everything revolved around them. Jillian was a people person who loved to make friends with everyone she...
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