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Gloria J. Swigart

Gloria J. Swigart

Oct 8, 2024

Gloria was born on October 25, 1950 in Akron, Ohio. She passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by her loving children on October 8, 2024. 

Gloria will forever be remembered as a feisty, humorous, insistently independent and loving mother and sister. She had a great appreciation for truth and integrity, always living her life on her terms.

She dedicated her life...

Leonard G. Redd

Leonard G. Redd

Oct 8, 2024

Leonard G. Redd, age 67, of Akron, passed away on Tuesday October 8, 2024. He was born in Akron, Ohio on June 26, 1957 to the late Carl and Elizabeth (Sisto) Redd. He was retired and enjoyed helping his cousin Landon start a landscaping business where he was very attentive to his work and favorite customers. He was an avid...

Ivan Stewart Rennick

Ivan Stewart Rennick

Oct 8, 2024

Ivan S. Rennick, age 68, of Akron, passed away unexpectedly on October 8, 2024 at Akron City Hospital. 

He was born in Akron, Ohio to the late James and Darlene Rennick. 

Ivan graduated from Tallmadge High School in 1975 right before joining the military. 

Ivan retired from the United States Air Force after 20 years of faithful service. While enlisted, he fought in...

Alice Marie Collins

Alice Marie Collins

Oct 8, 2024

Alice Marie Collins, age 85, went home to be with the Lord on October 8, 2024. She was born in Coshocton, Ohio on October 26, 1938, to the late Lewis and Doris Flanagan. Alice graduated from Tallmadge High School. In 1957, she married the love of her life Denzel Collins who preceded her in death in 2010. She devoted her...

Emily Roane Smith

Emily Roane Smith

Oct 7, 2024

Emily Smith, age 27, passed away unexpectedly on October 7, 2024. Emily's presence could light up any room with her infectious smile. Emily was loved by everyone and made friends instantly. 

Emily is survived by her husband, John Smith; daughters, Mya, Connie and Carmen; parents, Jennifer (Roger) Tanner and Gregory Sr. (Tami) Smith; grandparents, Guy Sr. and Mary Smith; siblings, Ashley...

Robert Emory Morgan

Robert Emory Morgan

Oct 7, 2024

Robert Emory Morgan, age 81, of Akron, passed away on Monday, October 7, 2024. He was born in South Bend, Indiana on November 8, 1942 to the late John and Lucille (Hershberger) Morgan and was an Air Force Vietnam War Veteran honorably discharged as an E-4. He worked in management for Kresge and Kmart, and in the IT department for...

Jeanne M. Kidd

Jeanne M. Kidd

Oct 6, 2024

Jeanne M. Kidd, 63, of Barberton, passed away on October 6, 2024. She was born on January 10, 1961 the daughter of the late James and Jeanne Thomas. She was a long time member of the Orioles Club in Kenmore. She never failed to brighten up a room with her sparkling smile, infectious laugh, and her sense of humor. Her...

Eli Starcher

Eli Starcher

Oct 6, 2024

Eli Starcher, 33, passed away unexpectedly in his home October 6, 2024. Born as a micro-premie, he never let his cerebral palsy diagnosis slow him down. Full of life and spunk, he found joy in participating in his favorite hobbies, including music, skateboarding, tattooing and motorcycles. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his friends and family.

Eli was preceded...

Dr. George Jálics

Dr. George Jálics

Oct 6, 2024

Our deeply beloved George (György) Jálics passed on peacefully to eternity at home on October 6, 2024, in the company of his loving family in his 95th year after almost a decade of devoted homecare by his beloved wife Anikó of 61 years. George was born into a loving family in Gyál, Hungary on November 21, 1929, as the third...

Donald C. Carter

Donald C. Carter

Oct 5, 2024

Donald Carter, 77, of Lake Milton, passed away on October 5, 2024. He was born on January 11, 1947 and was raised by his loving Grandmother, Spicey Carter. Don proudly served his country in the U. S. Marines during the Vietnam War. He was a member of both the American Legion and the VFW. He retired after many years of...

Paula R. Mullins

Paula R. Mullins

Oct 5, 2024

Paula R. Mullins, a beloved figure in her community and a passionate creator, peacefully passed away on October 5, 2024, at the age of 83. Born on March 22, 1941, Paula touched the lives of many with her warmth, creativity, and unwavering dedication to her work. Paula graduated from St. Vincent High School with the class of 1959. 

Throughout her life,...

Evonne "Bonnie" Tipton

Evonne "Bonnie" Tipton

Oct 5, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Evonne “Bonnie” Jean Tipton (Brink) on Oct. 5, 2024, at the age of 84. She was born Aug. 7, 1940 in Akron, Ohio, to Earl Otis Brink and Thelma Mildred “Millie” (Grueser) Brink. She grew up in the Firestone Park community with her parents, Millie and stepfather Robert “Bob”...

James F. "Jim" Davis

James F. "Jim" Davis

Oct 4, 2024

James Francis Davis, 62, of Tallmadge, passed away on October 4, 2024. He was born in Akron on February 3, 1962, to the late Jerome and Constance {Cossin} Davis. 

In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his brother John R. Davis.

Jim is survived by his loving siblings, Monte (Nahed) Davis, Peggy (Patrick) McDowell, Terry (Darrell) Kirby, Joe...

T. Rachelle Smith

T. Rachelle Smith

Oct 4, 2024

Toni "Rachelle" Smith, 57, of Ravenna, Ohio has found rest in the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ after several brave battles with cancer on Friday October 4, 2024. Rachelle, as she became known, was born in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, but grew up a Mogadore Wildcat. Though she was most recently employed with Summa Health Systems, Rachelle was...

Virginia D. "Ginny" Wright

Virginia D. "Ginny" Wright

Oct 4, 2024

Virginia D. "Ginny" Wright, 73, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2024. Born in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio to Leigh and Louise (Moore) Baker, she resided in the Akron area most of her life. Ginny retired from Bon Worth, where he worked as a clothing sales rep. She enjoyed dancing, teaching line dancing, music, directing musicals, decorating for all holidays and...

Edward R. Nicely

Edward R. Nicely

Oct 4, 2024

Edward R. Nicely, 81, of Mogadore, passed peacefully in his home surrounded by his family on October 4, 2024. Ed was born in Lancaster, Pennsylvania on October 9, 1942 to the late Draco and Alfreda Nicely. 

Ed was a caring man with a soft heart. He was hard working and knew how to fix anything. He was always willing to help...

John "Jack" Bouson

John "Jack" Bouson

Oct 4, 2024

John "Jack" Bouson, age 90, passed away suddenly on October 4, 2024. He was born in Pittsburgh, PA on January 2, 1934, to the late Frank and Anna Bouson. Jack was a member of Community Baptist Temple of Akron. Jack enjoyed golf and his Pittsburgh Steelers. He is now with his Lord and Savior. 

He is survived by his loving wife...

Sally Joan Stroup

Sally Joan Stroup

Oct 3, 2024

Sally Stroup, 89, of Akron, passed away on October 3, 2024. She was born in Akron on July 20, 1935 to the late Morris and Pauline {Reidelbach} Hahn.

In addition to her parents, Sally was preceded in death by husband George Stroup, daughter Joan (Barry) Rankin, daughter-in-law Jennifer Viering. 

Sally is survived by her loving sons, Thomas Viering and Daniel (April) Stroup;...

James Carl Hall

James Carl Hall

Oct 2, 2024

James Carl Hall, 70, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on October 2, 2024. He was born in Gassaway, WV on September 20, 1954 to the late Carl James and Virginia {Duncan} Hall.

In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his brother Bob Hall and niece Alissa Hall. 

Jim is survived by his loving wife, Rama; sons Jason (Jodi)...

Gerald W. "Jerry" Brown

Gerald W. "Jerry" Brown

Oct 2, 2024

Gerald W. "Jerry" Brown, 66, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2024 with family by his side. Born in Detroit, Michigan to Billie and Maxine (Cummins) Brown, he resided in the Akron, Ohio area all of his adult life. Jerry worked for Ohio Edison (now First Energy) for over 30 years, with people he considered to be family. He enjoyed...

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