Obituaries
Virginia M. Fishburn
Aug 21, 2023
Virginia M. Fishburn of Akron, Ohio passed away on August 21, 2023, just four months shy of her 100th birthday. Visitation at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron on Tuesday, August 29 from 5-8 p.m. Funeral service at Newcomer on Wednesday at 12:30 p.m. Officiating the service will be the Reverend Dr. Joe Burckhardt.Virginia is survived by her...
Kenneth Robert Harkins
Aug 21, 2023
Kenneth Robert "Kenny" Harkins, age 84 of Atwater, Ohio died on August 21, 2023 at his home. He was born on May 16, 1939 in Allentown, PA, the son of the late Vincent Marsh Harkins and Gertrude (nee Rhoads) Harkins Schlegel. At the age of five, Kenny's father passed away and his mother remarried and his late step-father, Joseph Lester...
Dean G. Cole
Aug 21, 2023
Dean G. Cole, 65, passed away on August 21, 2023. He was born on October 4, 1957 the son of Ted and Judith Bennington. Dean always looked forward to fishing with his family and friends. He was an avid Cleveland Browns Fan and Guardian's Fan. He also enjoyed watching NASCAR. He was known as being reserved yet would "delight" his...
Leona Mae Treen
Aug 20, 2023
Leona M. "Lea" Treen passed away on August 20, 2023 at the age of 86. She was born in Mogadore, Ohio to William and Leona Marshall on December 24, 1936. She graduated from Suffield High School, class of 1954. After school, she worked at various jobs but landed in tax preparation where she worked for over 60 years. Leona owned...
John R. Kissel Sr.
Aug 19, 2023
John R. Kissel Sr., 81, of Akron, Ohio entered into God's Kingdom on August 19, 2023. He was born in Randolph, Ohio on April 7, 1942, to the late Ruth (nee Wiley) and Raymond Kissel. John was a lifetime resident of Akron's North Hill neighborhood, graduating from North High School where he met his loving wife Rosemary. They loved each...
James D. Rasnick
Aug 19, 2023
James D. Rasnick, 68, passed into the arms of Jesus on August 19, 2023. He was born on September 5, 1954 the son of John and Dorothy Rasnick. James graduated from Field High School and then graduated from Akron University with his bachelors in Business Administration. He retired with over 25 years of dedicated service from Kent State University. James...
Anna Kovalycsik
Aug 18, 2023
Anna Kovalycsik, 93, of New Jersey, passed away on August 18, 2023 at Danbury of Tallmadge. She was born in Czechoslovakia on February 16, 1930 to the late John and Mary Rusinko.In addition to her parents, Anna was preceded in death by her husband, George Kovalycsik; brother John Rusinko. Anna is survived by her loving son, Terry (Joyce) Kovalycsik; grandchildren...
Shirley Ann Sullinger
Aug 18, 2023
Shirley Ann Sullinger (Northeim), 90, of Kent, went to be with her Lord and Savior on August 18th, 2023. She was a devoted wife of 65 years to the late Arthur Sullinger. She is survived by her beloved children David (Diane), Glenn (Theresa), and Paul (Milissa); 6 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren.Shirley was an avid tole painter. She loved teaching her...
Lori Jeanette Norris
Aug 18, 2023
Lori Jeanette {Smith} Norris, 47, passed away on August 18, 2023 following an extended illness. Lori spent her final day surrounded by family with the excellent staff of University Hospital in Cleveland.Lori was born on January 22, 1976 to Toni Lynn {Halliwell} Zenar and Ron Smith. She grew up and spent her early life in Doylestown, OH raised by parents...
Dona J. Baker
Aug 17, 2023
Dona J. Baker, age 70 of Bridgeport, Ohio, died on August 17, 2023 at Wheeling Hospital in West Virginia. She was born on October 13, 1952 in Wheeling, West Virginia, the daughter of the late Donald Davis and Emma Jean(nee Smith) Davis Remis.Dona was a homemaker who enjoyed taking care of her family. She was the rock of the family....
Wilma Aline Holt
Aug 17, 2023
Wilma Aline {Breyer} Holt of Ravenna, OH passed away on August 17, 2023. Her passion for helping others was demonstrated by her leadership in Girl Scouts, coaching of Challenger Baseball, and her active role in her children's and grandchildren's lives. She was a recipient of the Girl Scouts of America Woman of Distinction award, and was a fierce advocate for...
Elsie P. Jerin
Aug 17, 2023
Elsie P. JerinIt is with Love that we remember Elsie P. Jerin (83) of Akron, Born December 1, 1939. The daughter of the late William and Edith Heffernan. Elsie also affectionately known as "Toots", was a very accomplished woman. She worked at B.F. Goodrich for over 20 years. She went on to further her education and graduated with honors receiving...
James A. Sumitra
Aug 16, 2023
James "Jimbo" Alexander Sumitra passed away on August 16, 2023 at the youthful age of 41. The only child to the late Joshua and Devika Sumitra, James was a lifelong resident of Northeastern Ohio, with most of his time being in Akron.A proud graduate of Ellet High School with the class of 2000, James continued his education at the University...
Joseph Oscar Brewer
Aug 16, 2023
Joseph Oscar Brewer, 66, of Akron, passed away at his home on August 16, 2023. He was born on March 24, 1957 to the late Joe and Emma {Gray} Brewer. Joe is survived by his loving daughter, Britney (Austin) Kirkbride; grandson Kayden Kirkbride; sister, Kathy Brewer; brother, Bryan Brewer; sister Audrey; best friends David (Lori) Smith and Brad Luke; many...
Shirley M. Mayfield
Aug 15, 2023
Shirley M Mayfield, age 72, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2023. She was born Nov 22, 1950 Akron, OH to the late Eli and Louise Vickers. She married her longtime friend and love Bernell Mayfield who preceded her in death in 2003. For 40 yrs Shirley worked as a Domestic worker, retiring at the age of 57 to nurse...
Alan Robert Tressel
Aug 15, 2023
Alan Robert Tressel, "Bob", went home to be with the Lord on August 15, 2023. He was born on February 18, 1943 to Harry Jacob Tressel and Beulah Elinor Miller of Akron, Ohio.He is survived by his devoted wife, Patricia Rae, they celebrated their 59th wedding anniversary together on the day of his passing. He was survived by his brother,...
Dino Ray Predico
Aug 15, 2023
Dino Ray Predico, 62, of Munroe Falls, passed away on August 15, 2023. He was born in Akron on November 30, 1960 to the late Henry and Mary {Baker} Predico.In addition to his parents, Dino was preceded in death by his brother, John Predico. Dino is survived by his loving children Joshua (Destiny) Predico, Alyssa (Stephen) Carson and Steven (Wyatt)...
Janet Marie Stratton
Aug 14, 2023
Janet M. Stratton passed away after several valiant battles with cancer on August 14, 2023 at the age of 74. She was born in Akron, Ohio on June 4, 1949 to the late Clarence and Beth Peacock. She graduated from Hower Vocational School and went right into cosmetology, retiring after 52 faithful years. Janet loved to shop and visit the...
Martin J. Oznowich
Aug 13, 2023
Martin J. "Butch" Oznowich, 77, passed away peacefully at home on August 13, 2023. Born in Cleveland, Ohio to Jacob and Bernice (Kurowski) Oznowich, he resided in both Cuyahoga Falls and Stow most of his adult life. Butch was a proud U. S. Navy Veteran and he enjoyed fishing, flying kites at the beach, watching all Cleveland sports, being outside...
Joseph James Moirano
Aug 13, 2023
Finally free to fly ...It is with great sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joseph James Moirano, 72, of Akron, Ohio. Joe passed away peacefully in his home on August 13, 2023.Joe was born on January 10, 1951, in Akron, Ohio. He was a retired nurse, who worked in the ER for most of his career,...
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