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Dennis E. Phillips
Mar 29, 2024
Dennis E. Phillips, 75, passed away on March 29, 2024. He was born in Akron, Ohio on September 6, 1948 to the late Earl and Elaine Phillips. Denny graduated from Ellet High School before attending the University of Akron. Denny was drafted into the U.S. Army and honorably served in Vietnam. Upon his return home, he joined his father and...
Gerald L. Huskey
Mar 28, 2024
Gerald "Jerry" Huskey passed away on March 28, 2024, at the age of 80, following a courageous battle with cancer. He was born in January 1944 to beloved parents Bernie and Florence (Kortpeter). He grew up with his much-loved brothers Dick (Robin), Tom (Cheri), and Bob (Kim).Jerry graduated from Central High School where he was high school sweethearts with Charlotte...
Iverne Pruitt
Mar 27, 2024
Iverne Pruitt, age 95, went home to be with the LORD on Wednesday, March 27, 2024. She was born on September 16, 1928 in Akron to the late Sol and Edna Ingram. She was raised in East Akron and graduated from East High School. She was married to the late Ben W. Pruitt in 1947 until his passing in 1984....
Ericka Nichole Bell
Mar 27, 2024
Ericka Nichole Bell, 30, passed away surrounded by her family on March 27, 2024 at Mercy Medical Center. She was born on May 17, 1993 in Riverside, CA. She graduated from Green High School in 2012. Ericka loved Disney movies, going on adventures, attending concerts, spending time with family, balloons and getting her nails painted. She had an infectious laugh,...
Johne L. Mohlmaster
Mar 27, 2024
Johne L. Mohlmaster, age 71, of Akron, passed away on Wednesday March 27, 2024. She was born in Akron, Ohio on July 28, 1952 to the late Fred and Rita (Heimberger) Yergin and attended Hammel College. She was a Store Room Keeper for the City of Akron's Water Department retiring in 2017. She loved gardening and puzzles. She enjoyed traveling,...
Joseph John Rinella Jr.
Mar 26, 2024
Joseph John Rinella, Jr., age 77, of Tallmadge, passed away on Tuesday March 26, 2024. He was born on September 6, 1946 in Akron, OH to the late Joseph J. and Carmel Mary (Sylvestri) Rinella. A graduate of St. Vincent High School class of 1964, he served in the Army stationed in Germany, and retired from Summa Health System Finance...
Maryanne Elizabeth Musarra
Mar 24, 2024
Maryanne Elizabeth Musarra, age 64, of Akron passed away on March 24, 2024. She was born on May 8, 1959, to the late Louie and Anna Musarra. Maryanne enjoyed cooking. She had an uplifting spirit and always looked for the positive side of things. She loved spending time with friends and family; especially her grandchildren who were the light of...
Clarice J. Nelson
Mar 23, 2024
Clarice J. Nelson, 93, passed away peacefully at home March 23, 2024 surrounded by her loved ones. Born in Murray City, OH to William and Florence Parks, she resided in the Akron, OH area all of her life. She retired from May Company with 20 years of service. An active person her entire life, Clarice enjoyed her dogs and cats,...
Betty Jane Warner
Mar 23, 2024
Betty Jane Warner, 95, of Mogadore, passed away at her home with her family by her side on March 23, 2024. She was born on April 3, 1928 to the late Edward and Pearl {Fazenbaker} Gross. In addition to her parents, Betty was preceded in death by her husband Glenn in November of 2009; siblings Edward Gross, Johanna Shaw, Patricia...
Ryan Lee Fair
Mar 22, 2024
Ryan Lee Fair, 70, from Delray Beach, Florida formerly from Stow, Ohio passed away on March 22, 2024. He is preceded in death by his father, Carl (Bud) Fair, and his mother Imogene (Ike) Fair of Akron, Ohio, and his two brothers-in-law Bill Horvatter and Rex Snograss. He is survived by his wife of 22 years, Barbara Fair of Florida,...
Lillian Julia Morris
Mar 22, 2024
Lillian J. Morris passed from this life-to-life eternal on Friday, March 22, 2024. I have passed a mountain peak, and my soul is soaring in the firmament of complete and unbound freedom; I am cloaked in full whiteness; I am in comfort; I am in peace. Born February 23, 1919, in Huntsville, Al. to the late Henry and Bessie Brandon....
Sharon Elizabeth Henrick
Mar 21, 2024
Sharon Henrick, 57, passed away unexpectedly on March 21, 2024. Sharon was born in Akron, Ohio to Constance and Gary Palmer. She had resided in Cuyahoga Falls for most of her life. Sharon's greatest accomplishment in life was being a mother and a mamaw. She will be deeply missed by her family. She is survived by her children, Sarah, Stephanie...
John Raymond Karpinsky
Mar 21, 2024
John Raymond Karpinsky, 84, passed away peacefully March 21, 2024 surrounded by his family. Born in Uniontown, PA to John and Mary (Blastic) Karpinsky, he resided in the NE Ohio area since 1961. He retired from BP in 2005 after 23 years of service. John enjoyed fishing, gardening, reading, watching the Browns, Indians and Cavs, attending his grandkids' sporting events...
James Randall Nestor
Mar 20, 2024
James Randall "Randy" Nestor, 64, of Akron, Ohio, passed away at home in the arms of his loving daughter on March 20, 2024.Randy, born in Akron on June 30, 1959, was a devoted Browns fan who enjoyed working on cars and motorcycles, as well as restoring old furniture. His passion for these hobbies brought joy to those around him. He...
Carolyn A. Schmitt
Mar 20, 2024
Carolyn A. Schmitt, 66, of Rootstown, passed away March 20, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Akron, Ohio on October 15, 1957. Carolyn graduated from Ellet High School. She went onto the Akron School of Practical Nursing, where she obtained her LPN. She worked for St. Thomas Hospital for 11 years, before going on to...
Thomas M. Keeling Sr.
Mar 19, 2024
Thomas' service will be livestreamed at the scheduled service time. Please click here to view.Thomas M. Keeling Sr., 93, peacefully went home to be with our Lord on March 19, 2024. He was born on September 12, 1930. He was the son of the late Thurston and Alice Lorene Keeling. Tom loved his Savior and was a lifelong member of...
Garry A. Hively
Mar 18, 2024
Garry Allen Hively was born May 19, 1941, passed away on March 18, 2024 at the age of 83. Oldest son of Paul and Charlotte Hively of Alliance, Ohio. Wife Kathleen Barnes Hively, Daughter Debbie Myers (Mitch), Son Mike Hively, sisters Judy Bizub (Bob), Paula Copen (Tex), Alexis Copeland, brothers Jim Hively (Cindy) and Eugene Hively (Florence). Grandsons Noah Lovas,...
Sandra Lee Cooper
Mar 18, 2024
Sandra L. Cooper, 74, of Stow, passed away on March 18, 2024. She was born in Akron on September 28, 1949 to Ross and Elizabeth {Royka} Cooper. In addition to her parents, Sandra was preceded in death by her brother Tom Cooper. Sandra is survived by her loving daughters, Pam (Frank Sheline) Cooper and Kris (David) Richard; sister, Becki (Garrett)...
Donald Leon Richards
Mar 18, 2024
*Piano intro by Vince*Donald Leon Richards – brother, father, uncle, Papaw, token hippie – died on March 19th. Born the third of seven to Margaret and Leon in Akron, he met Peggy {Myers} during the 3rd quarter of the football game between their two schools when he invited her then boyfriend to join his big band.They married in 1964 and...
Cynthia E. Butler
Mar 17, 2024
Mother Cynthia E. Butler-Lusane went to a place of peace and eternal life to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 17, 2024. She was born in Detroit, MI to the late Leamon and Maxine Rowland on December 8, 1940. In 1962 Cynthia met and married Henry Butler. To this union 5 children were born, Gregory, Tracy, Larry, Stacy and...
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