Obituaries
James Edward Fannin
Dec 29, 2023
James Edward Fannin, 79, passed away on December 29, 2023. He was born on August 27, 1944 to the late Fred and Josie {Cochran} Fannin. In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by his wife Shirley; their son Steve Aaron Fannin; brothers Fred, Arnold, Ray and Paul; sisters Molly, Vade, Ina, Alice and Helen. He will be...
Laoma M. Drushal
Dec 29, 2023
Laoma M. Drushal passed away on December 29, 2023 at the age of 62. She was born on August 3, 1961 in Grand Prairie, Texas to Millard Drushal and Susan Sheets. She is preceded in death by her father, Millard Drushal; mother, Susan Sheets; step-father, Albert Sheets; brothers, Millard Drushal III and Timothy Drushal; and sister, Christine Drushal.Laoma is survived...
Gary Wayne Kopcha
Dec 28, 2023
Gary Wayne Kopcha, age 72, passed away on 12/28/2023 after complications with his kidneys and heart.He was preceded in death by his parents, Nick and Loretta Kopcha.Gary is survived by his wife, Shirley; step son, Randy (Beth) Dick; grandson, Jacob Dick; granddaughter, Julia (Jordan) Harris; great grandson, Jesse; sister, Vicki (Rook) Johns; extended family, Shawna (Steve) Melton and their children,...
Loretta May Roberson
Dec 27, 2023
Loretta May Roberson, age 77, passed away on December 27, 2023, at Doylestown Healthcare Center. There are no services at this time.
Dennis Lee Mccallum
Dec 27, 2023
Dennis McCallum, 77, of Akron, passed away December 27, 2023. He was born on August 31, 1946 to the late Duncan and Arline {Wiley} McCallum. Denny was known for being hard-headed and stubborn, but those that were lucky enough will remember him for his big heart and how he would make you laugh. Denny was an avid outdoorsman that would...
George Joseph Reed, Sr.
Dec 26, 2023
George Reed Sr, 56 of Akron passed away December 26th 2023. After a beautiful Christmas celebration at home with family and friends. He was born on November 15th 1967 in North Adams Massachusetts to Anna Mae Creps and Adam Creps Sr.In addition to his parents George was preceded in death by sister Roxanne.George is survived by his son George Reed...
Sandra L. Hagey-Kuss
Dec 26, 2023
Sandra L. Hagey-Kuss, 77, of Akron, OH, passed away on December 26, 2023 at her home. She was born in Akron, OH, on November 27, 1946 to the late Marvin and Betty (Clement) Bell along with two younger brothers Larry (Sue) Bell, Gary (Linda) Bell. Sandra graduated from Lehman High School in 1964, then attended the University of Akron School...
Daniel P. Heavner
Dec 24, 2023
Daniel P. Heavner, 63, passed away on December 24, 2023. He was born on March 4, 1960 the son of the late Ronald and Donna Heavner. Daniel graduated from Ellet High School with the class of 1978. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy. Daniel was employed up until his passing with dedicated service for many years with...
Christina M. Kelly
Dec 24, 2023
Christina M. Kelly July 13, 1992 - December 24, 2023With a heavy heart full of sadness our beautiful Christina (known as Tia by those that love her most) passed away unexpectedly and most suddenly at 4:49 am December 24th in Akron, Ohio. In the brief 31 years of Christina's life; she was and always will be loved by everyone and...
Darlene J. Busse
Dec 24, 2023
Darlene Busse, 81, of Akron, Ohio passed away on December 24, 2023. She was brought into this world on June 24, 1942 and was one of three children born to Dennis O. Wood and Mary Magdalene Wood. She graduated from Southeast High School in 1960.Darlene was a quiet woman who loved animals, especially horses. It was at the tender age...
Ronald K. Caldwell
Dec 23, 2023
Ronald K. Caldwell, 84, was born to Angus and Sara (Blevins) Caldwell on May 9th, 1939. He survived having polio as a child and graduated from Southeast High School in 1957. He was a life resident of Portage County and a Brimfield resident for more than 50 years. He was a proud member of AFSCME Local 1360 and even when...
Gary Ray Oliver
Dec 23, 2023
Gary Ray Oliver, 63, passed away unexpectedly December 23, 2023 surrounded by family. Born November 12, 1960 in Akron, Ohio to Clyde and Marilyn (Cole) Oliver, he was a lifelong area resident. Gary was an auto mechanic by trade and recently retired from AutoZone. He was a huge and faithful fan of the Browns and Indians. In addition to his...
Arlene Janet {Sutter} Dutka
Dec 22, 2023
Arlene Janet "Jan" Dutka, 84, of Barberton, passed away on December 22, 2023. She was born on September 27, 1939 to the late William O. and Mary C. {Bowker} Sutter. In addition to her parents, Jan was preceded in death by her former husband Bob Clark; brothers Bill and Bob Sutter; nephew Bobby Sutter. Jan is survived by her brother...
Elmo Davis Sr.
Dec 21, 2023
Elmo Davis Sr., the second child and eldest son of the late Welcom Elmo Davis and Allene Stewart Davis, was born on July 22, 1933, in Montezuma, Tennessee. On December 21, 2023, at the age of 90, Elmo made the peaceful transition from his remarkable earthly life. In his youth, Elmo won many spelling bees and was also a skilled...
Rick O. Kisner
Dec 21, 2023
Rick O. Kisner, 67, of Akron, passed away on December 21, 2023. He was born on October 29, 1956 the son of the late Elmer and Betty Kisner. He had many talents but he was well known for building houses, construction, specialist on installing windows, and being a Jack of all Trades. Rick could brighten up a room with his...
Mary Ann Trifero
Dec 20, 2023
Mary Ann Trifero "Maisie", 90, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away peacefully at home on December 20, 2023. She was born at home on her family's farm in Wadsworth, Ohio on December 10, 1933, to the late John "Jack" and Sophia Yuhas. She graduated from Garfield High School in 1951. On May 30, 1952, she married Michael Angelo Trifero and they...
Shelva Jean O'Dell
Dec 19, 2023
Shelva Jean O'Dell, 86, of Akron, passed away on December 19, 2023. She was born on July 10, 1937 in Quinwood, West Virginia to the late Rollen and Zora Trout. She met and married Clifton O'Dell and they were happily married for almost 60 years before his death in 2013. They moved to Ohio and raised their family first in...
Eugene Louis Kibby
Dec 18, 2023
Eugene Louis Kibby, 96, passed away on December 18, 2023. He was born on November 6, 1927 the son of Charles and Bessie Kibby. Kibby proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corp during WWII. He retired from Goodyear Tire after 40 years of dedicated service. He enjoyed the outdoors, watching the wildlife and working in his yard. Kibby...
Verna Lee Sivo
Dec 18, 2023
Verna Lee Sivo, 90, passed away peacefully at home December 18, 2023. Born in Albion, IL to Everett and Violet (Goldman) Tait, she grew up in the Kenmore area of Akron and later resided in Brimfield Twp. after getting married. Verna enjoyed gardening, baking, camping, her dogs, country music (Alan Jackson), watching Little House on the Prairie and spending time...
Dusan Uzelac
Dec 18, 2023
Dusan Uzelac, 72, passed away peacefully December 18, 2023 after an extended illness. Born in Croatia to Djuro and Jela (Kulas) Uzelac, he resided in the Akron area the past 22 years. Dusan was a very sociable man who enjoyed playing soccer, bingo, grilling out, watching nature shows, being outdoors and spending time with his family.Dusan will be sadly missed...
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