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Loretta M. Bibby

Loretta M. Bibby

Sep 6, 2022

Loretta M. Bibby, 97, of Ellet passed away on September 6, 2022 at Danbury Senior Living in Columbus. She was born on August 24, 1925 to the late Glenn and Nellie {Bowersock} Smith.In addition to her parents, Loretta was preceded in death by her first husband John S. DeVenny, their son John T. DeVenny, her second husband Victor Bibby, and...

George E. Peterson

George E. Peterson

Sep 6, 2022

George E. Peterson, 60, of Springfield Township, passed away Sept. 6th, 2022 at Aultman Hospital. He was born Nov. 3rd, 1961, in Akron, Ohio to Edward L. and Ingeburg Peterson.George enjoyed many things but gardening, hunting, and fishing were at the top of that list. George always was able to make friends easily because of his laid back attitude. He...

Deborah C. Rush-Passauer

Deborah C. Rush-Passauer

Sep 5, 2022

Deborah C. Rush-Passauer, age 65 of Cuyahoga Falls passed away on Monday, September 5, 2022, just shy of her 66th birthday. She was born in Culver City, CA on September 8, 1956 to the late Fred C. Jr. and Delores R. {Jacobson} Rush.In addition to her parents, Deborah was preceded in death by her husband Michael Kubec and brother Daniel...

Jerry E. Miller

Jerry E. Miller

Sep 5, 2022

Jerry E. Miller, 76, went home to be with Jesus on September 5, 2022, after enduring, with grace, a long illness. He was lovingly surrounded by his family as he joined in Heaven his parents, Denver and Edith {Dotson} Miller and siblings Denny Miller and Toby (Jim) Karras. Jerry leaves behind his loving wife Linda; son Bill; daughter Christy; sister...

Deborah J. Manke

Deborah J. Manke

Sep 4, 2022

Deborah J. Manke, 66, passed away September 4, 2022 after facing multiple health struggles simultaneously. Born in Akron, Ohio to Samuel and Eloise (Crawford) Shrader, she was a lifelong area resident. Debbie was a member of Bridge Bible Church and previously belonged to Temple Baptist in Green, Milheim Baptist, and Chapel of Prayer. She participated in choir, worship team, Ladies...

Jason Eric Stover

Jason Eric Stover

Sep 4, 2022

Jason Eric Stover, "Jay", age 50 of Akron, Ohio, passed away on September 4, 2022, enjoying time at his new cabin. Jay enjoyed the outdoors, being an avid fisherman and hunter.He was born on July 26, 1972 in Akron, the son of Gary L. and Jacqualine (nee Fortner) Stover of Mogadore. He worked very hard building his company, owning and...

Rebecca L. Maddox

Rebecca L. Maddox

Sep 4, 2022

Rebecca L. Maddox, 63, passed away peacefully September 4, 2022. Born in Akron, Ohio to Bill and Mary (Bogard) Maddox, she was a lifelong area resident. Becky was a selfless spirit who enjoyed life in general, specifically bowling, gardening, photography, boating, fishing, singing, animals and spending time with her beloved family. Preceded in death by her parents, Becky will be...

James A. Spindler

James A. Spindler

Sep 3, 2022

James "Jim" Spindler, 68, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on September 3, 2022, from an exhausting battle with Lewy Body Dementia.James was born to parents Frank and Faye, on September 3, 1954, in Bedford, Ohio. James was a man of many trades, he worked mostly in the sheet metal industry until he was diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia. He loved...

Barbara Ann Ellis

Barbara Ann Ellis

Sep 2, 2022

Barbara Ann Ellis, age 76 of Akron, Ohio, died on September 2, 2022 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on April 23, 1946 in Indianopolis, Indiana, the daughter of the late George and Virginia (nee Hall ) Deardorff. Barbara was a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She is survived by her three children, Kimberley "Kim" Martin-Krites,...

Cara J. Collins

Cara J. Collins

Sep 1, 2022

Cara J. Collins "Carrie" gained her heavenly wings on September 1, 2022.Carrie was born in Akron, OH on October 26, 1954 to Eloise McDonald and the late Fred Robinson. She was a graduate of Akron Buchtel High School and attended the University of Akron for a short period of time. She always had a love for kids which lead her...

Carol G. Reed

Carol G. Reed

Sep 1, 2022

Carol Gean Reed, 82, passed away on September 1, 2022. She was born on June 27, 1940 the daughter of Maxwell and Florence Hopper of Barbourville, KY. Carol will always be remembered as fun loving, having a great sense of humor, a heart of gold, tough as steel, and a woman of faith. She was preceded in death by her...

Connie Lynne Sharp-Schneider

Connie Lynne Sharp-Schneider

Sep 1, 2022

Singer/Songwriter Connie Lynne Schneider passed away suddenly September 1, 2022. Known by her friends as Cee Sharp, Connie followed her heart and love for music throughout her life, singing with various bands throughout Northeast Ohio, most recently performing with her husband James "Zip" Schneider (Jackpot Band) at The Eagles in North Canton.Born June 2, 1952 to Denver and Claudene Sharp,...

Joseph Patrick Gregor

Joseph Patrick Gregor

Aug 31, 2022

Joseph Patrick Gregor, 76, passed away unexpectedly on August 31, 2022. He was born on September 25, 1945 in Akron, Ohio and resided in Green, Ohio. Joe worked many places in his life, including Goodyear, ENSR, Kent State University, and finally retired from The University of Akron. Joe is survived by his wife, Karen Gregor; son, Joseph M. Gregor of...

Marian L. Fuson

Marian L. Fuson

Aug 31, 2022

Marian L. Fuson, 81, passed away August 31, 2022 at home surrounded by her family. Born in Akron, Ohio to Purdy Max and Margaret Emily (Smith) Riggle, she was a lifelong area resident. Marian grew up in Portage Lakes where she loved playing ball at Logan Fields and was a graduate of Coventry High School class of 1960. After being...

Robert C. Walls

Robert C. Walls

Aug 31, 2022

Robert C. "Bobby" Walls, 64, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 31st 2022.Bob was born on May 23rd, 1958. His deepest love and greatest achievement of his life were his boys Nick and Michael. He was married to the love of his life, Andre, and spent 29 years with a heart full of love.Bob will be dearly missed by his...

Dale O. Beaver

Dale O. Beaver

Aug 30, 2022

Dale O. Beaver, age 84 of Hartville, formerly of Akron, Ohio, a devoted and loving father and grandfather, died on August 30, 2022 in Ravenna, Ohio. He was born on December 17, 1937 in Richwood, WV, the son of the late Wilburn and Nellie (nee Cook) Bever. Dale was an honorably discharged US Army National Guard veteran serving during the...

Nancy Jean Kavulla

Nancy Jean Kavulla

Aug 30, 2022

Nancy J. Kavulla, age 75 of Brimfield Twp., passed away on August 30, 2022. She was born September 5, 1946 to the late Guy and Mary {Price} DeMastus. In addition to her parents, Nancy was preceded in death by brothers Dan Johnson and David DeMastus, and sister Marianne (Mike) Reder.Nancy will always be loved by her husband of 56 years,...

Darlene M. Halman

Darlene M. Halman

Aug 30, 2022

Together AgainDarlene M. Halman, 68, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2022 with her family by her side. Born in Akron, Ohio to Ellsworth and Janet (Fenwick) Rhoades, she was a lifelong area resident. Darlene was a breast cancer survivor. She has taken care of developmentally disabled adults for over 25 years, retiring from Sevita in 2021. Darlene loved coaching...

John S. Shaffer

John S. Shaffer

Aug 30, 2022

John S. Shaffer, age 94 of Akron, Ohio died on August 30, 2022 in Akron. He was born on June 15, 1928 in Akron, the son of the late Melville and Ida (nee Mills) Shaffer. John was a proud US Army veteran, serving during WWII and Korea. He retired from the City of Akron after 30 years of service. John...

Earl A. Metzel Jr.

Earl A. Metzel Jr.

Aug 29, 2022

Earl A. Metzel Jr, 91, of Medina, Ohio, devoted husband of 64 years, passed away August 29, 2022, surrounded by family. He proudly served in the United States Army M.A.S.H. unit as a medic during the Korean War/Conflict. He enjoyed drawing and painting and was inspired by Bob Ross. He was entertained by his computer and puzzle books. He liked...

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