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Robert Eugene Johnson
Dec 4, 2024
Robert Eugene Johnson, 64, of Akron, passed away on December 4, 2024. He was born in Ventura, CA on June 4, 1960 to the late Julius and Sherry {Griffith} Johnson.
In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by his father-in-law Larry Tharp, mother-in-law Arizona Elliot and beloved aunt Elaine Hickle.
Bob is survived by his loving wife, Reva; daughter,...
Barbara Ravenscroft
Dec 3, 2024
Barbara D. Ravenscroft, 83, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on December 3, 2024 at Mulberry Gardens Assisted Living. She was born on June 3, 1941 the daughter of the late William and Ida (nee File) Kobling. Barbara was a woman of faith and devoted wife to James (Jim) Ravenscroft for 38 years. She enjoyed music, and in her early years...
Calvin Wayne Pierce Sr.
Dec 3, 2024
Calvin Wayne Pierce Sr., age 68, of Akron, passed away on December 3, 2024 in the comfort of his home. He was born on September 3, 1956 in Akron, Ohio to the late Loye and Joann (Shanholtz) Pierce. Calvin worked as a body repair man for classic cars at Flash Back Unlimited. He was an auto mechanic and a jack-of-all-trades...
Donald Paul Dietrick
Dec 3, 2024
Donald Paul Dietrick, 51, of Brimfield, passed away on December 3, 2024. He was born on December 15, 1972 to Gerald (Kathleen) Dietrick Sr. and the late Judith (Victor) {Spangler} Difino.
Donny is survived by his loving children Courtney, Corey, Calen and Camden Dietrick; parents Gerald (Kathleen) Dietrick Sr.; siblings Annette Dietrick-Soles, Aimee Edwards, Gerald Dietrick Jr. and Matthew (Sarah) Dietrick;...
Norma J. Adkins
Dec 2, 2024
Norma J. Adkins, 93, of Akron, passed away on December 2, 2024. She was born on December 2, 1931 the daughter of the late John and Catherine Minninger. Norma above all loved her family. She enjoyed having her family at the dinner table and was known for her baked goods and cooking especially her Beef and Noodles dinner.
Norma also enjoyed...
Lucas J. "Luke" Smolinski
Dec 2, 2024
Lucas J. "Luke" Smolinski, 17, passed away unexpectedly at home December 2, 2024. Born in Barberton, Ohio, he was a lifelong resident of Norton, Ohio. Luke enjoyed music, eating popcorn, playing with his toys, going to the park and spinning the steering wheel, meeting new people, leading folks on walks by holding hands and spending time with his family.
Luke was...
Norma Jean Gajdos
Dec 2, 2024
Norma Jean Gajdos, age 92, passed away peacefully in her sleep and woke up in Heaven on December 2, 2024. She was born on July 10, 1932, in Akron, OH to the late Zell and Helen Hicks. Norma was a graduate of South High School and retired from the City of Akron Vital Statistics Department. She enjoyed the excitement of...
Stephen Parke Kelly
Dec 1, 2024
Stephen Parke Kelly, 74, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on December 1, 2024. He was born on February 6, 1950 to the late Walter and Betty {Fussner} Kelly.
In addition to his parents, Steve was preceded in death by his grandparents, Henry and Mary Fussner and sister Valerie Richardson.
Steve is survived by his loving son, Stephen "Pudge" Kelly; grandson Bryson Parke...
Taurus Germaine Spencer
Nov 30, 2024
Taurus G. Spencer, 47, of Akron, Ohio tragically passed away November 30, 2024. Born in Russellville, Kentucky to the late Barbara Sue and Clarence Spencer, Taurus is survived by his loving soulmate Sena Snyder and stepchildren Alec Clarke and Syrus Hammond; sister Felicia Gayle; daughters Ainsley and Taylor (Buddy) Lyons; sons Kane Beckham and Joshua Jones; grandson Finn; cousin Patrick...
Johnnie Belle Geiger
Nov 30, 2024
Johnnie B. Geiger, age 90, of Akron, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2024 at Pebble Creek Nursing Home. She was born on September 2, 1934 to the late John and Mary Long in Sewanee, TN.
She found love and married Donald E. Geiger and together they had three children. Don and Johnnie lived in the Akron area for most of...
Doris "Elaine" Reese
Nov 30, 2024
She is reunited in Heaven with her beloved husband of 63 years, George.
Surrounded by loved ones, Elaine Reese, 86, of Fairlawn, Ohio peacefully went home to be with the Lord on November 30, 2024. She was born in Akron, Ohio on July 31, 1938 to the late Roy and Ruth Bannish.
Elaine was a dedicated member of Calvary Baptist Church for...
Arlie L. Higgins
Nov 29, 2024
Arlie L. Higgins, age 77, of Akron, passed away on November 29, 2024 at home with his family by his side. He was born on December 1, 1946 to the late Clifford and Uneda Higgins in Millcreek, WV. Arlie loves coffee, working on cars, fishing, hiking, camping, playing Pac Man, family cookouts and watching tv.
In addition to his parents, he...
Jacqueline Bernice Kramer
Nov 29, 2024
Jacqueline Bernice Kramer, age 91, of Tallmadge, passed away on November 29, 2024. She was born in Sullivan, Illinois on July 31, 1933 to the late Delmar and Fern (Roley) Reedy.She retired from the Tax Department at BF Goodrich Company. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and a cherished friend to many.
Fondly known as “Mimi” by her grandchildren, she...
Zerna Anne Silvey
Nov 28, 2024
Zerna Anne Silvey, age 84, of Akron, OH, passed away on November 28, 2024, in the early morning hours, with her family holding her in their hearts. She was born on February 26, 1940, in Fayette, MO, to the late James "Levi" and Melba Jackson.
She dedicated 20 years to Visiting Nurse Service, where her work and compassionate nature made a...
Julie M. Davis
Nov 28, 2024
Julie M. Davis, 56, of Springfield Township, passed away on November 28, 2024 surrounded by her family. Julie was born on May 1, 1968 to Terry and Karen Thompson and graduated from Springfield High School in 1986.
Through a volleyball league, Julie reconnected with high school friend Dan Davis, and they married in 1999. Their family grew to include three children...
Robert K. Williams
Nov 28, 2024
Robert K. Williams, 70, passed away November 28, 2024 with family by his side. Born in Bethlehem, PA to Robert and Patricia Williams, he resided in both Akron, OH and NC all of his adult life. Bob was a proud U. S. Army Veteran. He loved his dogs and enjoyed watching the Browns and spending time with his family.
Bob will...
Norma G. (Shelby) Scott
Nov 28, 2024
Norma (Shelby) G. Scott born Dec 26,1936 went home to be with the Lord on November 28, 2024.
Shelby was born in Greasy Creek, Kentucky. She was a member of the Old Regular Baptist for over 40 years and a faithful member of True Vine Old Regular Baptist Church in Clinton, OH. Shelby was an incredible example of a strong, Christian...
Gary L. Wears
Nov 27, 2024
Gary L. Wears, 73, of Randolph, died unexpectedly but peacefully at home on November 27, 2024. He was born in Akron, Ohio on April 29, 1951 to the late Ermon and May Wears.
Gary worked as an electrician before serving three years in the U.S. Army. He then began his career as an operating engineer at the Chapel Hill Mall Power...
Pluma Jean "Jackie" Whitehead
Nov 27, 2024
Pluma Jean “Jackie” Whitehead, age 94, of Akron passed away on November 27, 2024 at her home. She was born in Greasy Creek, Kentucky on April 28, 1930 to the late John and Bessie Robinson. Jackie moved to the Akron area when she was 15 years old. She was a devoted and loving mother and grandmother.
In addition to her parents,...
Barbara Klewe
Nov 26, 2024
Barbara Ann Klewe (Bradley), age 96, recently of Fort Wayne, IN, but formally from Akron, OH, passed away November 26, 2024. She was born April 2,1928 in Kent, OH. During her working years, she worked as a typesetter and did bookkeeping before she transitioned to a full time home maker. She was a beloved wife, devoted mother, grandma and great...
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