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Lawrence D. Wallace
Jul 4, 2024
Lawrence D. Wallace, 71, passed away on July 4, 2024. He was born on November 23, 1952 the son of the late Roy and Fleda Wallace of Detroit, MI. He owned and operated L&W Tree Service for many years. Lawrence was an avid John Wayne fan. He enjoyed the outdoors especially fishing with family and friends. He had many achievements...
Johnnie B. Andrick
Jul 4, 2024
Johnnie B. Andrick, 85, passed away on July 4, 2024. He was born on October 16, 1938 the son of the late Woodrow and Ethel Andrick of West Virginia. Johnnie retired after 37 years of dedicated service from Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company in 1996. He had many achievements but his greatest was his love for his family. He was...
Alice Jane Christner
Jul 3, 2024
Alice Jane Christner, 84, of Akron, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Wednesday, July 3, 2024. She was born in Meyersdale, PA on August 22, 1939 to the late Walter and Catherine {Hotchkiss} Hersh. In addition to her parents, Alice Jane was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Jack Christner in 2022; son, Dale Allen Christner; and six...
Donn H. Teeple
Jul 3, 2024
Donn H. Teeple, age 80, of Akron, passed away on Wednesday July 3, 2024. He was born in Akron on July 20, 1943 to the late Donn and Marcella (Price) Teeple and graduated from Copley High School in 1961. He had been a fireman in Copley in his younger days. Currently he worked for TJ Max for many years. He...
Claudine Brazile
Jul 2, 2024
Claudine Brazile, 72 of Copley passed away after a long illness on July 12, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was born in Ravenna on September 8, 1951 to the late Carll Cooper Sr. and Florence {Davis} Cooper. In addition to her parents, Claudine was preceded in death by her siblings Lynda, Virgil, Clyde and Howard Cooper. Surviving and her...
Tanya R. Sweeney
Jul 2, 2024
Tanya Rochelle Higgins Sweeney, age 45, of Canton, passed away suddenly on Tuesday July 2, 2024. She was born in Akron on August 25, 1978. She attended Green Local Schools and in 1997 graduated from Manchester High School. Tanya had a big heart and was very generous in helping others. Her laugh and smile were contagious. Most of all, she...
Paul Desure
Jul 2, 2024
Paul DeSure, 80, of Akron, passed away on July 2, 2024. He was born in Los Angeles, CA on October 9, 1943 to the late Maxwell and Roberta {Blasdel} DeSure. In addition to his parents, Paul was preceded in death by his son Mark DeSure, brother Victor DeSure and sister Delores (Ronnie) Lewis. Paul is survived by his loving daughters...
Mark Thomas Hambright
Jul 2, 2024
Mark Thomas Hambright, 62, of Akron, passed away on July 2, 2024. He was born in Akron on August 26, 1961 to the late Thomas and Frances {Worsnop} Hambright. In addition to his parents, Mark was preceded in death by his longtime companion Cheryl Dumphy. Mark is survived by his loving daughters Crystal Quinn and Kelcie Yanders; grandchildren Brett, Bailey,...
James Lee Toomer, Jr.
Jul 1, 2024
James Lee Toomer Jr., 64, of Kent, passed away on July 1, 2024. He was born in Akron, Ohio on June 25, 1960 to the late James Toomer Sr. and Barbara {Smith} Toomer. Jamie graduated from Buchtel High School before joining the U.S. Army. He was stationed in El Paso, Texas and Germany. Most recently, Jamie was employed with the...
Casey E. Mccary
Jul 1, 2024
Casey E. McCary, age 52, of Canton passed away on July 1, 2024. He was born on July 22, 1971, to Garland and Charlotte McCary. He attended Russell High School of Georgia. He moved to Ohio in his early 20's. Casey loved to work on cars and to paint. He was a "Jack of all trades." He especially loved spending...
Donna M. Nash
Jul 1, 2024
Donna Mae Nash, 88, of Akron, passed away on July 1, 2024. She was born on October 29, 1935 to Earl and Esther {Harper} Butcher. In addition to her parents, Donna was preceded in death by her son Robert A. Nash Jr. and siblings Coletta, Don, Earl Jr. "Pooch" and Joyce. Donna is survived by her loving grandchildren Kelly Brouse-Dominic,...
Stephanie Ann Shaffer
Jul 1, 2024
Stephanie Ann Shaffer, age 50, of Uniontown, Ohio, fell asleep in death after a long brave battle with health. She leaves behind her parents Dennis and Charleen Shaffer and brother Aaron (Nicole) Shaffer, as well as many loving family and friends whom she cherished. She earned a business associate degree at Akron University and worked many years at Goodyear and...
Patricia C. "Pat" Duncan
Jun 30, 2024
Patricia "Pat" Duncan, 86 of Lakewood, Ohio passed away on June 30, 2024. Pat was born in Akron, Ohio on January 17, 1938. Pat was a professional in several fields, not retiring until well into her golden years. Pat loved education and learning, continuing to educate herself even in her later years. She was an avid reader and enjoyed discussing...
Mark E. Reeves
Jun 30, 2024
Mark E. Reeves, age 61, passed away on June 30, 2024. He was born in Tokyo, Japan on July 20, 1962. He was a graduate of Field High School class on 1981. Mark worked for NE Tire Mold for over 20 years. He was an avid NASCAR Fan, especially Jeff Gordon. He was also a Cleveland Browns fan, and he...
Donald Edward "Bud" Gunnels
Jun 30, 2024
Donald Edward "Bud" Gunnels, 90, of Akron, passed away on June 30, 2024. He was born in Livingston, TN on February 7, 1934 to the late C.B. and Ora {Rains} Gunnels. Bud is survived by his loving wife, Gale; daughters Lisa (Mike) White and Trisa Struckman; step-son, Bill Guest; grandchildren Brittany (T.J.) Knapp, Chad (Tiffany) White, Courtney Struckman, Paige Guest,...
Gilman R. Tapscott
Jun 28, 2024
Gilman Romone Tapscott, 72, passed away on June 28, 2024. He was born on July 11, 1951 the son of the late Norman and Bernice Tapscott of Northtown, Kentucky. Gilman proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Marine Corp. He was a man of faith and followed Christ in his everyday life. Gilman looked out for others...
Brian K. Epling
Jun 28, 2024
Brian K Epling, 55, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2024, with his parents, Ivan and Gayle, at his side. He is sadly missed by his parents, Ivan and Gayle; brothers Joe (Lucy) Epling, Larry (Joan) Saltis, and Heath (Dorothy) Saltis; nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. There will be a Memorial Service at a later date. Brian overcame lots of...
Harold Timothy "Tim" Frazier
Jun 28, 2024
Harold Timothy "Tim" Frazier, age 81, of Akron, passed away on June 28, 2024 at Akron City Hospital. He was born on February 26, 1943 to the late Harold and Elizabeth Frazier. Tim earned a Masters Degree in Education from University of Akron. Over the years, Tim held many different occupations. Later in life, he was a business owner and...
Ken Harrington
Jun 27, 2024
Ken Harrington, 90, passed away peacefully and is now home with the Lord on June 27, 2024 surrounded by his family. Born in Akron, Ohio to Edward and Clara (Reninger) Harrington, he was a lifelong area resident. A devoted husband, dad and friend, Ken was proud to be a U. S. Navy Veteran. He enjoyed golf, fishing, bowling and spending...
Richard Ray Reish
Jun 27, 2024
Richard R. Reish, age 68 of Tallmadge, passed away on Thursday June 27, 2024. He was born May 25, 1956 in Ravenna, Ohio. He was an avid motorcycle rider and lover. He loved his family, Brothers, and pets. Richard spent over 4 decades as a member of The Brothers MC. He was preceded in death by parents Gordon and Yvonne...
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