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Samuel Risby
Jun 2, 2024
On Sunday, June 2, 2024, surrounded by his family, Pastor Samuel Risby, 69, transitioned from earthly labor to heavenly rest in the arms of the Lord. Born September 2, 1954, in Akron, Ohio, Sam was the first of six children born to the late James Jr. and Earlene Risby. He enjoyed a loving childhood with his 5 younger siblings and...
Vicky Ann Lyons
Jun 2, 2024
Vicky Ann Lyons, 81, of Akron, passed away on June 2, 2024. She was born on May 21, 1943, to the late Eric Dennis and Evelyn {Lowder} Miller. In addition to her parents, Vicky was preceded in death by her brother-in-law William Summerville. On June 5, 1965, she married John W. Lyons. He survives, along with their sons John W....
Jodi Lyn House
Jun 1, 2024
Jodi Lyn House Our sweet Jodi passed away peacefully June 1st, 2024 and was joyfully welcomed into the arms of Jesus and a host of family and friends waiting to greet her. Born July 31st 1976 Jodi lived in the Akron area her entire life. She graduated from North High School in 1997. After graduation she started working for UDS...
Harold V. Shockley, Sr.
Jun 1, 2024
Harold V. "Hud" Shockley, Sr. passed way June 1, 2024, at the age of 83. He was born in Springdale, PA on April 26, 1941 to Harold and Marjorie Shockley. After graduating from high school, Harold served in the United States Army, where he also played basketball. After his honorable discharge from the Army, he worked for the United States...
Irene Joan Robertson
Jun 1, 2024
Irene Joan Robertson, 82, of Akron, passed away on June 1, 2024. She was born in Akron on December 22, 1941 to Adolph and Tionetta {Bosley} Wolf. In addition to her parents, Irene was preceded in death by her husband, George H. Robertson, sons Kevin and Keith Robertson; brother Jack Wolf and sister Jean Gromofsky. Irene is survived by her...
Mary Louise Cooper
Jun 1, 2024
Mary Louise Cooper, 66, passed away June 1, 2024 after a brief illness. Born in Akron, Ohio to Oval and Marjorie (Linton) Chapman, she was a lifelong area resident. Mary enjoyed painting, visiting the casino with her sister and niece, thrifting, yard sales, animals and spending time with her family. Mary will be sadly missed by her husband of 47...
Judy Starcher
May 31, 2024
Judy Starcher Inc, age 72, of Tallmadge, passed away on Friday May 31, 2024. She was born in Akron on October 28, 1951 to the late Wilbur and Edna (Edwards) Starcher. Her favorite color was red and she loved dot-to-dot books. Judy enjoyed watching The Wizard of OZ movie and I Love Lucy shows. Her favorite food was chicken nuggets,...
Juanita M. Strittmatter
May 30, 2024
Juanita M. Strittmatter, 70, passed away unexpectedly on May 30, 2024. Born in Akron, Ohio to Paul and Dorothy Grimes, she resided in the area most of her life. Juanita was a proud U. S. Army Veteran, serving in the Vietnam War. She later worked in the medical field for many years. Juanita enjoyed babysitting, watching soap operas, shopping and...
Anna Mary Edgar
May 30, 2024
Anna Mary Edgar, 76, of Akron, passed away on May 30, 2024. She was born on July 31, 1947 to the late Geza and Norma Silasi. In addition to her parents, Anna was preceded in death by her husband Arthur A. Edgar III; sisters Carrie, Jean and Barb; brother Harold. Anna is survived by her loving son, Scott Edgar; daughter,...
Duane "Pat" Lias
May 29, 2024
Duane "Pat" Lias, 86, passed away on May 29, 2024. He was born on March 17, 1938 the son of the late Harold and Grace Lias. Pat proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. He retired after many years of dedicated service from the Norton Company. Pat was an avid sports enthusiast but his favorite past time was golf....
Joann Edwards
May 28, 2024
Joann Edwards, age 76, of Wadsworth, passed away on Tuesday May 28, 2024. She was born in El Paso, Texas on July 2, 1947 to the late Joseph and Patsy (Gilliam) Futo. She was preceded in death by husband Robert Edwards and brother Charlie Futo. She is survived by brother John Futo, sons Duncan Boggs, Jason (Maggie) Boggs and several...
J. Harold Shuster
May 27, 2024
Harold Shuster, age 96, of Akron, passed away on May 27, 2024 with family by his side just two days short of his 97th birthday. Born in Warren, Ohio on May 29, 1927 to Ivor and Loretta (Burns) Shuster. He was a Navy Veteran. He was a lifelong area resident and retired from National Standard Company and prior to had...
Marcy L. Bishop
May 27, 2024
Marcy L. Bishop, 64, passed away on May 27, 2024. She was born on August 24, 1959 the daughter of the late Darce and Joan Smith. Marcy graduated from Green High School with the class of 1978. She worked many dedicated years for Akron Porcelain & Plastics. She enjoyed gardening growing many different vegetables and beautiful flowers in her garden....
Andrew John "Andy" Roach
May 26, 2024
Andrew John "Andy" Roach, 40, passed away in May 2024, in Akron, OH. He was born to Joyce Elaine Svet and Joseph Andrew Roach in Lewiston, NY. Following high school in 2001, Andy joined the United States Marine Corps taking great pride in their motto "Semper Fidelis." Sergeant Roach was honorably discharged from active duty in 2006 after returning from...
Richard Lee "Rich" Bowman
May 26, 2024
Richard Lee Bowman, age 77, of Akron passed away on May 26, 2024. He was born to Carl and Juanita Bowman on April 28, 1947. Rich was a Marine Vietnam Veteran where he was stationed overseas. He was a bricklayer for 25 years. In his younger years, he enjoyed hunting and fishing. Rich is survived by his son Frank (Tracey)...
Douglas G. Hartman
May 25, 2024
Douglas G. Hartman, age 71, passed away in his sleep on May 25, 2024. Beloved husband of 30 years to Julie (Pall) Hartman; Loving Father of Mike Sands, Tim (Debbie) Sands, Teresa Tiggs, Doug (Monika) Hartman, Jon (Deanna) Mazur, Christy Clark (Mike), and Bradley (Sondra) Newsome; Awesome PapPap and Poppa to 18 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren; Caring brother to Linda...
Douglas Henry "Sporty" Jones Jr.
May 24, 2024
Douglas Henry Jones, Jr. of Barberton, Ohio beloved Father, Brother, Uncle and Grandfather, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2024. He was 86 years old and preceded in death by his wife Bobbye Dolores Jones (Williams) and his parents Douglas Jones, Sr and Estelle Jones (Henson). “Sporty” as he was affectionately known, was born in Baltimore and raised in Indian...
Frank Dominic Borrelli
May 23, 2024
Frank Dominic Borrelli, 85, of Mogadore, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on May 23, 2024. He was born on January 20, 1939 to the late Carmen and Theresa {Petrarca} Borrelli. In addition to his parents, Frank was preceded in death by his brother and sister-in-law Lenny and Sandy Borrelli. On April 4, 1964, he married Faythe...
Kathryn M. Bobb
May 23, 2024
Kathryn M Bobb (Edgington), born on June 21st, 1946 in Marietta, Ohio to Lee and Bertha Edgington, went to be with The Lord on May 23, 2024. Kathryn had an enormous love for God, her husband, her children, her grandchildren and her great-grandchildren and enjoyed being surrounded by family and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents Lee...
Ronald C. Husk
May 23, 2024
Ronald C. "Ron" Husk, 50, of Akron, passed away on May 23, 2024 after a lengthy illness surrounded by his loving family at Cleveland Clinic. He was born on July 25, 1973 in Akron, OH to Ronald L. and Carol Husk. He graduated from Garfield High School in 1992 where he excelled in music, particularly drumming. He was a proud...
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