Obituaries
Ruth M. Brown
Dec 1, 2023
Ruth M. Brown5/4/1930-12/01/2023Ruth M. Brown was a lifelong resident of the Akron area. She retired from AmeriChem as a senior accountant in 1993. Ruth was a member of Emmanuel United Church of Christ. She enjoyed reading and loved animals, often watching the birds outside her window.She was preceded in death by her husband James in 2015, parents, John E. Lyons...
Don W. Alberson Sr.
Nov 30, 2023
Don W. Alberson Sr., 77, of Akron, passed away on November 30, 2023. He was born in Memphis, Tennessee on August 7, 1946 to the late Vernon and Ethel Alberson. Don's family moved to Galveston, Texas in his youth. That is where he met Evelyn Bientz, the love of his life. He was "Bear" and she was "Muffin". They moved...
Leslie Maria Torson
Nov 30, 2023
Leslie Maria Torson, 76, passed away Thursday, November 30, 2023.She was preceded in death by her husband Philip "Phil" L. Torson; parents Francis "Whitey" and Mary McMurray. She is survived by her sons, P. Aaron (Angela), Jared (Leigh); grandchildren Luke and Julia; brothers Ken (Patty), Mark (Sharon), Dan (Jackie), beloved aunt, uncles and cousins.Leslie was born on October 15, 1947....
Nancy T. Miller
Nov 30, 2023
Nancy T. Miller, 96, went Home to be with the Lord on November 30, 2023 with her family by her side. Born in Columbus, Ohio to Fred and Leah Teter, she resided in the NE Ohio area most of her adult life. Nancy retired as a nursing assistant and she enjoyed crocheting, sewing, baking, soduko puzzles, learning to use her...
Brenda Lynn Ruhlin
Nov 30, 2023
Brenda Lynn Ruhlin, 67, passed away November 30, 2023 with her family by her side. Born in Akron, Ohio to Kenneth and Margaretta Cottrell, she was a lifelong area resident. Brenda was a 1975 graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School and she attended Kent State University. She retired with 40 years of service as a driving instructor and examiner for...
Ona Arzona Scarberry
Nov 29, 2023
Ona A. Scarberry, 81, went Home to be with the Lord on November 29, 2023. She went home as the sun was rising after a strong and valiant battle with Alzheimer's. Born in Akron, Ohio to Ralph and Lillie (Cross) Coontz, she was a lifelong resident of the Akron area. Onie served for 28 years as church secretary at Millheim...
Morgan James Helmick
Nov 29, 2023
Morgan James Helmick "Boo", went home to be reunited with his beloved wife, Myra "Stormy" Helmick on November 29, 2023. Morgan was born in Akron, Ohio on October 28, 1947 to the late Morgan Helmick and Joyce Daniels. After graduating from East High School, Morgan joined the U.S. Army and proudly served overseas during the Vietnam Conflict. After returning from...
Eva Jean Grubbs
Nov 28, 2023
Eva J. Grubbs, 85, joined the Angels on November 28, 2023. She was born on June 13, 1938 to the late Albert and Lillian Hays in Owings, WV. Eva lived there until age 13, then they made Ohio their home. Her greatest joy was spending time with family and friends. She loved playing bingo and spending hours doing crafts. Even...
Marianna Hamrick
Nov 28, 2023
Marianna Hamrick passed away on November 28, 2023 at the age of 80. She was born on August 22, 1943 in Akron, Ohio to the late William Harold and Kathryn Homeier. She attended Our Lady of the Elms High School where she was the first National Merit Scholar in the history of the school. After graduation, she attended the University...
Carly Ann Reese
Nov 26, 2023
Carly Ann ReeseOn November 26, 2023, Carly Ann Reese, loving daughter to Mike and Kathy, and sister to Erica, Chelsie and Zachary, passed away unexpectedly at the way too young age of 34. Carly was born, along with her triplet sisters, on September 29, 1989. She was the love and laughter to our family and everyone who knew her. She...
Thomas A. Rogalski
Nov 26, 2023
Thomas A. Rogalski, 76, passed away November 26, 2023 surrounded by his family. Born in Cleveland, Ohio to Joseph and Clara (Bogdon) Rogalski, he resided in both Cleveland and Green his entire life. Tom enjoyed boating, fishing, woodworking, tinkering in the garage and spending time with his family and friends.In addition to his parents, Tom was preceded in death by...
Richard E. Bailey
Nov 26, 2023
Richard E. "Rick" Bailey, 60, of Kent, passed away on November 26, 2023. He was born in Warren, Ohio on May 3, 1963, son to the late Rex and Geraldine (Lute) Bailey. He was also preceded in death by his son Bradley Bailey and brother Mack Bailey. Rick was a truck driver for 40 years, handle "Husky" and for 16...
Michael Connolly
Nov 25, 2023
Michael Connolly, 85, passed away November 25, 2023 after a short illness. He was born in Youngstown, Ohio on September 18, 1938. Raised on Akron's North Hill, he graduated from North High in 1956 and went on to the University of Akron and Purdue University, where he earned his Master's Degree to become a Structural Engineer. He was an avid...
Robert Allen Zimmerman
Nov 25, 2023
Robert Zimmerman passed away on November 25, 2023 at the age of 87. He was preceded in death by his parents, Chauncy and Leona Zimmerman; loving wife, Roberta; sisters, Doris (Sam) Warnick and Donna Zimmerman. He is survived by his daughters, Debbi (Eric) Hartline and Kathie (Jack) Davis; grandchildren, Shannon (Blaine) Maze, Cory (Kate) Hartline and Kristen (Evan) Johnson; great-grandchildren,...
Jeffrey A. Sturm
Nov 25, 2023
Jeffrey A. Sturm, 66, of Akron, passed away on November 25, 2023. Jeff was born in Akron on November 3, 1957 to the late Charles T. and Betty J. Sturm.Jeff was a truck driver for over 25 years, most recently driving for Thomas Transport. In his free time, he loved working on cars, listening to music, and spending time with...
Margaret Kirby
Nov 25, 2023
Margaret Kirby, 90, of Akron, went home to the Lord on November 25, 2023. She was born on July 27,1933; the daughter of the late Frank and Daisy Shane. She was a woman of great faith, and was an active member of Goodyear Heights United Methodist Church. Margaret was an avid Cleveland and Ohio State sports fan. She was happiest...
John A. Fox Sr.
Nov 24, 2023
John A. Fox Sr., 87, passed away on November 24, 2023. He was born on August 9, 1936 the son of the late Jack and Grace Fox. John graduated from Tallmadge High School. He was a man of faith and was a member of Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church. He retired after 42 years of dedicated service from Rodeway...
Catherine L. Todd
Nov 24, 2023
Catherine L. Todd, 76, of Atwater, passed away on November 24, 2023. She was born on March 14, 1947 to the late Robert and Colleen {Pilliod} Baker. In addition to her parents, Catherine was preceded in death by her husband Tom and granddaughter Kaitlynn. Catherine is survived by her loving children JoAnn (Rich) English, Chuck (Rachel) Snyder and Mick (Sue)...
David D. Baughman
Nov 23, 2023
David Baughman passed away after a short illness at the age of 57 on November 23rd 2023, with his loving wife, Kay, children, Macie (Jake) and Josie, and their family dog, Trixie, by his side. David was born on April 4th 1966 in Akron, Ohio to Frank and Rose (Sabistina) Baughman.David graduated from Ellet High School in 1984 and went...
Anthony Edward Lorkowski
Nov 23, 2023
Anthony Edward Lorkowski, 79, of Akron, passed away at his home surrounded by his family on November 23, 2023. He was born on December 4, 1943 to the late Max and Sophie {Matyjasic} Lorkowski. In addition to his parents, Anthony was preceded in death by his son Ted, grandson Matthew and brothers Max, Ted and Jim. On March 22, 1968...
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