Obituaries
George Michael Arway Jr.
May 2, 2023
Vietnam Veteran George Michael Arway Jr., 79, of Akron, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on May 2, 2023. George is preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Arway; his mother, Philomena (nee Brett) Arway; his father, George Arway Sr.; brother, Larry Arway; sister-in-law, Michelle Arway; daughter-in-law, Tari Tracy; and two nephews, Rick and Kevin Arway.Left to cherish his memory is his...
Tommie E. Dennis Iii
May 2, 2023
With our deepest sorrow, we announce that Tommie E. Dennis III, 51, our most beloved dad, passed away suddenly at home on Tuesday, May 2, 2023. Tommie will be missed every day by his beloved and cherished daughters, Kendra Nicole and Katrina Renee Dennis; former wife and friend, Bonnie; brother, Jerry (Mary) Dennis; sisters, Terry Dennis Waka, Donna (Chris) Isaiah,...
Valerie Lynne Harper
May 2, 2023
Valerie Lynn Harper, 63, passed away on May 2, 2023. She was born on October 19, 1959 to the late Caroline (Weston) and Clifford Eddy.In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her first husband, Raymond Hague; and her second husband, Dennis Harper.She will be dearly missed by a host of well loved family and friends. She...
Kenneth A. Meyer
May 2, 2023
Kenneth Alan "Kenny" Meyer, 78, of Akron, passed away on May 2, 2023. He was born on September 20, 1944 to the late Wendell and Betty {Davis} Meyer.In addition to his parents, Kenny was preceded in death by his beloved wife Evelyn {Crites} Meyer, and his son-in-law Doug Sain. Kenny is survived by his loving daughter Kimberly Sain; son Michael...
Julie A. Sweet
May 2, 2023
Julie (nee Negrue) SweetJune 2, 1957 - May 2, 2023Julie Sweet, 65, passed away peacefully with her family by her side after a brief illness. Julie graduated from Coventry High School in 1975, where she excelled on the field as a majorette and off the field in the classroom. After graduating from The University of Akron, she pursed a career...
David K. Romesburg
May 1, 2023
David Keith Romesburg, 85, passed away on May 1, 2023. He was born on April 8, 1938 the son of the late James and Jean Romesburg. He enjoyed hunting and spending time with his family and friends. David was a man of great faith and lived his life accordingly. He will always be remembered for his love of his Lord...
Helen Louise Alfman
May 1, 2023
Together AgainHelen Louise Alfman, 82, passed away May 1, 2023 with her family by her side. Born in Akron, Ohio to Bert and Geraldine (Burns) Carr, she was a lifelong area resident. Helen enjoyed reading her Bible, watching Jimmy Swaggert, trips to Las Vegas and spending time with her family.In addition to her parents, Helen was preceded in death by...
Craig Allen Claar
May 1, 2023
Craig Claar, age 49, of Hartville, Ohio passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on May 1, 2023. He was born February 21, 1974 to Victoria Claar-Highlander and Dave Claar Sr. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Rev. Garwood and Patricia Knisely; and Henry and Sarah Claar.He will be dearly missed by his fiancé, Jessica Taylor; three children, Andrew Claar,...
Ann Catherine Mishler
Apr 30, 2023
Ann Catherine (Boggs) Mishler was 93 years young when she passed away peacefully on April 30, 2023 in Hudson, Ohio. She was born at 3:00 a.m. on October 14, 1929 in a remote hollow, to the late John Thomas Boggs and Kitty May (Skyles) Boggs in Rutledge-Charleston, West Virginia. She was truly a coal miner's daughter, and she gave diamonds...
Cindy Lou Orton
Apr 30, 2023
Cindy Lou Orton, 60, passed away April 30, 2023. She moved on with her family by her side. Cindy was a lifelong resident of Lakemore, Ohio. She enjoyed gardening, reading, being totally involved with the daily activities of her grandchildren and spending time with her entire family. Cindy's children often referred to her as the "chaos coordinator". Preceded in death...
Richard P. Tabor
Apr 29, 2023
Richard P. Tabor, 84, of Munroe Falls, went home to be with the Lord on April 29, 2023.Richard was a long-time resident of Munroe Falls, Ohio.Preceded in death by his loving wife, Madeline in 2014, he spent the last 8 years walking around Munroe Falls park, watching the kayakers float down the Cuyahoga (he loved to people watch), having meals...
Mary Agnes O'Quinn
Apr 29, 2023
Mary Agnes O'Quinn, age 88 of Akron, Ohio, died on April 29, 2023 at Barberton Citizens Hospital.She was born on June 9, 1934 in Buchanan, Virginia, the daughter of the late Tennie Blankinship.Mary Agnes was an incredible homemaker who enjoyed taking care of her family. Besides taking care of her husband and children, she loved to do crafting and visit...
Lynn Rene Keller
Apr 28, 2023
Lynn Rene Keller, 57, passed away with her spouse and dear friends by her side on April 28, 2023. She was born on November 7, 1965 to Shirley (Jones) and Donald Keller.She was preceded in death by her loving mother Shirley and dearest friend Tammy. She will be dearly missed by her spouse of 29 years, Renee Maciag; father, Donald...
James Gavin Kennedy
Apr 28, 2023
James Gavin Kennedy, "Jimmy", age 13, of Wadsworth, Ohio, died on April 28, 2023 after suffering injuries due to a traffic accident.He was born on July 22, 2009 in Akron the son of James Paul Kennedy and Elaine Mervin.Jimmy Jr loved Transformers, video games, talking to his friends on the phone and riding his bike. He also liked to go...
Pamela Joy Dunbar
Apr 28, 2023
Pamela Dunbar, born June 25, 1950, died unexpectedly from natural causes on April 28, 2023. Predeceased by her parents, Cameron and Lois Dunbar, she is survived by sisters, Sandra Dunbar, Melody (Jerry) Kleinhenz; daughter Tiffany (Fred Rieder) Bush; son Zachary (Kristin) Bush; grandsons John Tyler Adams, Cameron and Finnley Bush; granddaughter Serena DiPenti; nephew Justin (Whitney) Flynn; nieces Morgan Dunbar...
Kimberly Sue Williams
Apr 27, 2023
Kim Malcolm Williams born February 14, 1962 went to Heaven on April 27, 2023.She was preceded in death by her father, Neil Malcolm. She is survived by her Husband of 34 years, Chris Williams, her Mother Anna Burkhart and Stepfather Frank Burkhart, her Son Joe Bondurant, her Daughter Melissa Bondurant, her brothers Bob (Candi), Mike and Donny, Grandchildren Nicholas, Christian,...
Darrell Leslie Cooper
Apr 27, 2023
Darrell Leslie Cooper, 88, of Akron, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on April 25, 2023. He was born in Gallipolis, Ohio on November 24, 1934 to the late Clayton E. and Geraldine {Pickens} Cooper. In addition to his parents, Darrell was preceded in death by his brother Charles E. "Chuck" Cooper.Darrell is survived by his loving...
David Wheatman
Apr 26, 2023
David Wheatman, 79, of Akron, passed away on April 26, 2023. Dave was born in Akron on January 16, 1944 to the late Lew Wheatman and Evelyn (Gowen) Wheatman. He retired as a concrete layer with Local 310 in Cleveland. Dave was happiest when he was outdoors. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed many trips to his...
Ronald George Achberger
Apr 26, 2023
Ronald George Achberger, 73, passed away on Wednesday, April 26, 2023. He was born in Akron, Ohio on June 19, 1949 to the late Donald and Betty Achberger. Ron has been a lifelong area resident.Ron was a Marine Corps veteran and served in Vietnam.He was previously employed by Apple's grocery and Giant Eagle for many years. Ron loved to fish...
Pamela Richards
Apr 25, 2023
Pamela Richards, known to her loved ones as Pam, passed away peacefully on April 25th, 2023, in Akron, Ohio. She was 65 years old. Pam was born on August 25th, 1957, in Akron, to Edward and Marie Kanis. She attended Springfield High School and went on to study at The University of Akron.Pam worked as a bus driver for Waterloo...
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