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Michael "Mouse" Sear

Michael "Mouse" Sear

Oct 23, 2024

Michael Joseph “Mouse” Sear, age 73, passed away on October 23, 2024. He was born in Akron on June 24, 1951 to the late Richard and Jean Sear. Mike graduated from Buchtel HS in 1969 and served his country in the U.S. Army, stationed in Korea. He was employed by Parker Hannifin as a valve specialist for over 40 years,...

Duran F. Hoover

Duran F. Hoover

Oct 23, 2024

Duran Hoover, 91, of Akron, passed away on October 23, 2024. He was born on September 17, 1933 the son of the late Guy and Susan Hoover of Canfield, W.V. Duran graduated from Sutton High School. He retired from Gauer Mold & Machine Co. after many years of dedicated service. He was a man of faith and was a member...

Shirley Ann Goodrich-Scherer

Shirley Ann Goodrich-Scherer

Oct 23, 2024

Shirley Ann Goodrich-Scherer, age 84, passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 after a long and fulfilling life. Shirley was born on August 30, 1940 in Akron, Ohio to Andrew and Peggy Gausman.

Shirley is predeceased by her brother, David Gausman; first husband and father of her children, Ronald Goodrich; and her second husband, William Scherer.

Shirley is survived by her three...

Arthur T. Harris

Arthur T. Harris

Oct 23, 2024

Arthur T. Harris, 93, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2024. Born in Akron, Ohio to Samuel and Irene (Petrasek) Harris, he was a lifelong area resident. Art was a U. S. Air Force Veteran and he retired from General Tire with 29 years of service. He was a gifted handyman who took exceptional pride in his home. Art also...

Gary John Zuiderhoek

Gary John Zuiderhoek

Oct 22, 2024

Gary John Zuiderhoek, 83, of Stow, passed away on October 22, 2024 at Arbors at Stow. He was born in Pasadena, CA on December 18, 1940 to the late Phillip and Virginia {Adams} Zuiderhoek. 

In addition to his parents, Gary was preceded in death by his wife Jill Zuiderhoek, step-son Doug Likens, granddaughters Emily Skalrek and Tiffany Likens, and infant sons...

Jennifer June Hart

Jennifer June Hart

Oct 22, 2024

Jennifer June Hart, age 54, of Uniontown, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 in the comfort of her home with loving family by her side. She was born on May 7, 1970 in Akron to Thomas and Shelley (Pavkov) Taylor and graduated from Springfield High School in 1988 and Stark Tech in 1992. Jennifer worked at Wayside Furniture...

Mary Marie Moore

Mary Marie Moore

Oct 21, 2024

Mary Marie Moore, 91, went home to be with the Lord on October 21, 2024, surrounded by family at home. She was born January 14, 1933, to late parents, Oliver and Marie Kuhn. Mary was happily married 66 years to her high school sweetheart, John. They enjoyed their travels together, including winters in the Florida Keys. They loved having family...

Nelma "Aggie" Gardner

Nelma "Aggie" Gardner

Oct 21, 2024

Nelma "Aggie" Gardner, 97, of Munroe Falls, passed away on October 21, 2024. She was born in Chloe, WV on April 10, 1927 to the late Homer and Laura {Bailey} Moss. 

In addition to her parents, Aggie was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 58 years, Robert E. Gardner in 2008, sister June (Noble) Sherrard, brother Al (Viola) Moss...

Paul "Tony" Anthony Buchanan

Paul "Tony" Anthony Buchanan

Oct 21, 2024

Paul Anthony "Tony" Buchanan, age 77, passed away on October 21, 2024. He was born to Willie and Ethel Buchanan on February 24, 1947. He was a graduate of Hower High School class of 1965. Tony became a journeyman plumber and electrician after graduation. He then moved to Monrovia, Liberia where he lived and worked for 25 years. While there,...

Lois Jean Montis

Lois Jean Montis

Oct 21, 2024

Lois Montis,(GG) born on March 14, 1936, in Stow, Ohio, passed away on October 21, 2024, at the age of 88. A devout Christian and a beloved member of her community, Lois was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and friend.

As a dedicated member of Family of Faith United Methodist Church in Akron, Lois actively participated in the Martha Circle for...

Robert L. Bell

Robert L. Bell

Oct 20, 2024

Robert L. Bell, 81, of Munroe Falls, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, October 20th, 2024.

Robert, known by most people as Bob, was born to Carlton and Anna Bell, on April 15th, 1943 in Akron, Ohio.

Bob attended Akron Garfield High School, where he was a natural talent in the sports of track and cross country. Upon graduating in 1961, he began...

James Nathan Koons

James Nathan Koons

Oct 20, 2024

James Nathan Koons, age 80, of Green, Ohio went home to be with the Lord on Sunday October 20, 2024 at Copley Health Center. He was born on January 11, 1944 in Akron, Ohio to the late Paul and Ruby (Evans) Koons. He was an Army Veteran where he earned a Good Conduct Medal and National Defense Service Medal. James...

Cheryl Diane Sherrill

Cheryl Diane Sherrill

Oct 20, 2024

Cheryl Diane Sherrill, 77, of Akron, passed away peacefully at her home on October 20, 2024. She was born on December 4, 1946 to the late Julius Carter Jr. and Gladys {Moore} Carter.

In addition to her parents, Cheryl was preceded in death by her longtime companion Norman Chulka and brother-in-law John Pierson.

Cheryl is survived by her loving sisters Kathy Pierson...

Laura I Miller

Laura I Miller

Oct 19, 2024

Laura I Miller, 56, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on October 19, 2024. She was born on May 3, 1968. Laura graduated from North High School with the class of 1985. She was a woman of faith and was a member of Conerstone Church. She worked for the Chrysler Corp. with 15 years of service.

Laura's zest for adventure was evident...

Anton P. "Tony" Chadima

Anton P. "Tony" Chadima

Oct 19, 2024

Anton P. "Tony" Chadima Jr., 68, passed away October 19, 2024 with family by his side. Born in Garfield Heights, Ohio to Tony Chadima and Nancy Rogers Cathel, he resided in the Akron, Ohio area all of his life. Tony worked as an auto mechanic his entire adult life. He enjoyed watching the Indians, working on cars, helping friends renovate...

Douglas Ray Spencer

Douglas Ray Spencer

Oct 19, 2024

Douglas Ray Spencer, 64, of Akron, passed away on October 19, 2024. He was born in Cleveland on February 7, 1960 Shirley Spencer and the late Dillard Spencer.

In addition to his father, Doug is preceded in death by his son Christopher Spencer. 

Doug is survived by his children Tiffany Spencer and Willie (Callie) Spencer; 7 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; mother Shirley Spencer;...

Gary Lee Thompson

Gary Lee Thompson

Oct 18, 2024

Gary Lee Thompson, 84, born in Ashland, WI on July 23rd, 1940, moved to Heaven on Friday, October 18th, 8:25am at Akron General Medical Center after complications from pneumonia. He was preceded by his parents Emil Ralph and Myrtle Janet {Anderson} Thompson and elder brother Myron Eugene Thompson.

Gary married Catherine Anne {Durst} on March 10, 1962, and they shared 62...

Katelyn A. Catalano

Katelyn A. Catalano

Oct 18, 2024

Katelyn A. Catalano, 34, passed away unexpectedly at home on October 18, 2024. Born in Akron, Ohio on October 25, 1989, she was a lifelong area resident. Katelyn graduated from Lake High School and then went on to work at The Bistro of Green for many years. She enjoyed her horse as well as other animals, dog sitting, crafting, having...

Larry E. Greathouse

Larry E. Greathouse

Oct 18, 2024

Larry Elbert Greathouse, age 78, of Akron, passed away on October 18, 2024 in the comfort of his home with his loving family by his side, leaving a legacy of love and cherished memories that will forever resonate in the hearts of all who knew him. He was born in Akron, Ohio on October 11, 1946 to the late George...

Kenneth A. Neiger

Kenneth A. Neiger

Oct 18, 2024

Kenneth A. Neiger, passed away at age 90 into the arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on October 18, 2024. He was born on June 29, 1934 to the late Arno and Iantha {Archer} Neiger. 

In addition to his parents, Ken was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 64 years, Patricia Jean "Pat" Neiger in 2018, their...

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