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Crystal Lyn Showalter, ascended to Heaven to continue her search for Bigfoot on January 13, 2023. She was born in Barberton, OH on July 12, 1959 to Clayton Dwane and Mary Alice Reedy. Crystal retired from the U.S. Postal Service after over 20 years of service. In her free time, Crystal loved to travel. She took numerous vacations with her...
Amber Nicole Swartz, 41, passed away at home on January 13, 2023 after dealing with an extended illness. Born in Barberton, Ohio to Mark Hartley and Regina (Johnson) Greer, she was a lifelong resident of the Akron area. Amber was a huge fan of Halloween and she enjoyed watching scary videos, being with her dogs, purple cow popsicles, painting ,...
Jamie Renee Boggs, age 51 of Akron, Ohio, died on January 13, 2023 at Mercy Hospital in Canton. She was born on December 8, 1971 in Akron, the daughter of James and Randi (nee Arnold) Hoover of Akron. Jamie loved animals, especially dogs, music and her family. The biggest word to describe Jamie is that she was selfless, she was...
Joyce Ellen {Rittenour} Post passed from this earth to be with her Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, on January 13, 2023. Joyce was born July 23, 1945 in Akron, Ohio.Preceded in death by her parents, Melvin and Bertha {Wodtly} Rittenour and Joe her husband of 55 years. She leaves her daughter, Jennifer (Thomas "TJ") Gaines of Medina, OH; her son...
Craig Lee Jones, 66, passed away on January 13, 2023. He was born in Akron, Ohio on September 8, 1956 to the late Adrian and Theresa Jones. Craig graduated from Hoban High School and worked in the steel industry for many years. He was an avid Ohio State football fan and enjoyed deer hunting and golf in his free time....
Ramona T. Meekins, 81, of Akron, passed away on January 13, 2023. A lifelong resident of Akron, she was born on July 3, 1941 to the late Dominic and Santa {Basile} Papeschi. In addition to her parents, Ramona is preceded in death by her husband, Charles Meekins and sister Katherine Nolan. Ramona is survived by her loving children Gary Pitman...
Aghdas Rahimi, age 85 of Akron, Ohio passed away peacefully Friday morning January 13th, 2023 surrounded by her family. She was born February 20th, 1937 in Iran. The daughter of the late Fatima Rahimi and Mir Rahim. Aghdas immigrated to the United States with her late husband Seyed Javad Mirhaidari in 1988. Aghdas enjoyed a full life. In her spare...
Ronald A. Pritt, 56, of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away unexpectedly on January 12, 2023. Born in Akron, Ohio on December 5, 1966, he was the son of Kenneth E. and Martha "Dolly" Pritt. He graduated from Springfield High School in 1985 where he was active in the band and intramural sports.As a child and throughout his early adult life, Ron...
Rosemary G. (Barry) Squires, 64, of Akron, passed away Thursday, January 12, 2023 with her brother Danny by her side. She was employed at Sam's Club for the past 28 years. Rosemary was a fun-loving person who enjoyed vacationing at the Outer Banks, NC. She LOVED the beach! She was a friend to everyone and always had a smile on...
Ted Allen passed away on January 11, 2023 at the age of 79 from the cruel disease of dementia. Born in West Virginia, he was a resident of Akron most of his life. Ted had been employed with Hillside Memorial Park for more than 20 years. Before dementia, Ted was energetic and enjoyed playing euchre, fishing, racing at Barberton Speedway,...
Florence Evelyn Thur, 91, passed away on January 11, 2023. She was born on June 3, 1931 to the late John and Anna {Demko} Powell. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband George Thur, brother, David Powell and niece Jennifer Powell-Campbell. Florence is survived by her loving nieces Kande (Jeff) Greene and Allison (Tom)...
Clement Jay Chapman, 70, of Akron, passed away on January 10, 2023. He was born on October 27, 1952 to the late Clarence and Clementine {Britton} Chapman. After his father passed in 1971, Clem lived with his Aunt Ramona Glasser, where he finished his high school years. He graduated from Norwayne High School in Creston, Ohio. Clem, some time after...
Benjamin L. Williamson, 63, passed away on January 10, 2023. He was born on June 13, 1959 the son of the late Jesse and Miriam Williamson Jr. He attended East High School. Benjamin proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corp. He was a man of faith and was a member of Zion Apostolic Church. Benjamin enjoyed fishing with...
Gregory J. Falatok, a loving husband and father, passed away on January 9th, 2023, after a brief illness. Greg was born in Akron, Ohio, in 1960 and has been a resident of Suffield Township since 2002. He was a 36-year member of the Gas Workers Union Local 555 as an employee of Dominion East Ohio Gas. After Greg retired in...
Gary E. Weese, 69, passed away January 9, 2023 after a brief illness. Born in Philippi, WV to John and Martha (Gillis) Weese, he resided in Akron, OH most of his adult life. Gary was a soft spoken man who enjoyed watching westerns, carpentry, socializing with friends and spending time with his family.In addition to his parents Gary was preceded...
Christine Ann Reed, "Chrissy", age 58 of Ravenna, Ohio, died on January 9, 2023 after a long illness. She was born on July 13, 1964 in Ravenna, the daughter of the late Shirley Jean (nee McMann) Sarka.Chrissy was a 1982 graduate of Kent Roosevelt High School. She enjoyed cooking and backyard parties. She had a very vivacious personality and loved...
Larry P. Gazdik, age 78, passed away on January 7, 2023. He was born in Akron and lived in Stow for the remainder of his life. Larry was an honorably discharged US Army veteran. He was employed by the US Postal Service for 41 years before his retirement. Larry enjoyed taking care of his flower beds in his yard. He...
Douglas C. Norman Sr., "Doug" and "Norm", age 75 of Massillon, Ohio, died on January 7, 2023. He was born on June 28, 1947 in Akron, Ohio, the son of the late Winnie and Delsie (nee Salisbury) Norman.Other than his parents, Doug was preceded in death by siblings, Theodore Norman, James Norman, Edith Kyle and Gregory Norman; and his former...
Joyce E. McMenamy, 83, of Ravenna, went home to be with the Lord on January 7, 2023. She was born in Akron on March 25, 1939 to the late Norman and Betty Perry Bechter. Joyce will always be remembered as a wonderful wife, loving mother, and grandmother/great-grandma "Dani". She was not only devoted to her own family, but also to...
Lesslie L. Carter, "Les", age 60 of Akron, Ohio, died on January 7, 2023 at Akron City Hospital after a lengthy illness. He was born on July 5, 1962 in Clarksburg, West Virginia, the son of the late Aliene Carter. He retired from Akron Public Schools as a head custodian after many years of service. He took pride in his...
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