Obituaries

Mar 19, 2025

Richard A. Shanholtz, 89, of Barberton, went home to be with the Lord, March 19, 2025. He celebrated his 90th birthday in heaven with his family.

A life resident of the Akron/Barberton area, Richard retired from First Energy in 1994 with thirty eight years of service. He also worked part-time for Reeves Electric Services until 2010 and was a member of...

Mar 18, 2025

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our beloved father and grandfather, Terry V. Koegel, on March 18, 2025, at the age of 79. He was born April 22, 1945, in Connellsville, Pennsylvania, and resided in Akron and Cuyahoga Falls for most of his life.

Terry graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School class of 1963 and went on to obtain...

Mar 13, 2025

Patricia (Pat) A. Heit passed away peacefully and went and join her family in heaven on March 13, 2025. Born September 11, 1933, to Howard and Irene in Pleasantville NJ.

She was a proud graduate of East High School, class of 1951. She worked for the title bureau and State 8 motorcycle. She volunteered with the Telephone Pioneers. Pat was a...

Mar 12, 2025

Paul D. Schraft passed away peacefully on March 12, 2025. Born in Angola, New York, Paul spent many years in Bolivar, Ohio, before retiring to Foley, Alabama. 

A gifted athlete, Paul was an outstanding basketball player at Lake Shore High School in Angola, NY, where he set numerous scoring records. Following high school, he proudly served in the United States Air...

Mar 1, 2025

Clara, always affectionally called "Dolly", went to walk with her friend, Jesus, on March 1, 2025. Dolly lit up a room with her smile and her laughter, she didn't know a stranger.

Dolly was a proud graduate of Kenmore High School and devoted many years of her professional life to House of LaRose, where she undoubtedly made lasting impressions on those...

Feb 18, 2025

Diana J Chamberlin, born on February 13, 1948, in Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2025, in her beloved hometown of Akron. Diana was a woman of many passions and interests, who dedicated her life to family, animals, and the beauty of the natural world.

As a loving mother, Diana is survived by her daughter,...

Jan 29, 2025

Vivian L. Menser, 90, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, January 29, 2025. She was born May 18, 1934, in Butler, PA to the late Edward and Violet (nee Thomas) Waddell.

Beloved wife of the late John (Jack) Menser. Loving mother of Diane Menser of Corona De Tucson, AZ, Thomas (Bonny) Menser...

Jan 28, 2025

Frances Hemminger, 89 of Barberton passed away January 28, 2025. She was born and raised in Kenmore to parents George and Nellie Weidlich and retired from Firestone.

Preceded in death by parents, five siblings; first husband, Clyde Hemminger, and second husband, Joseph Pangburn.

She is survived by Daughter, Cherylyn and Mark Gruic and their children,...

Jan 28, 2025

Garland Eugene McCary, Jr. was born August 21, 1945, in Akron, Ohio, to Garland and Lois McCary. He attended North High School before joining the United States Marine Corp. Garland was proud of his twenty-two-year career in the Marines, serving two terms in Vietnam. He was a Marine through and through. He retired as a Master Gunnery Sargeant in...

Jan 27, 2025

Deborah “Debo” E. Hill went home to be with the Lord, January 27, 2025. She was born September 16, 1950 in Barberton, Ohio to the late John and Betty (nee Orndorff) Kreighbaum.

She was a graduate of Barberton High School and was employed by the City of Barberton as a Bus Driver for many years. She loved...

Jan 22, 2025

Marvin Phillips, age 96, died peacefully on January 22, 2025, due to complications from COVID-19.

He held degrees from Albion College and Michigan State University. After earning a Master of Arts in Theater, he was drafted into the US Army and served in Korea.

Marvin married Jeanne Whitton and was hired by the University of...

Jan 17, 2025

Robert F. Lincks, 90, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2025, in Akron, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Dolores J. Lincks, who passed on May 4, 2022, at the age of 83.

Robert and Dolores shared a life filled with love and devotion to their family. They are lovingly remembered by their...

Jan 16, 2025

Joseph “Joe the Carver” Smith

Cincinnati - Joseph C. Smith, 81, died unexpectedly at UC Medical Center on January 16, 2025. He was born March 12, 1943, in East Liverpool, Ohio, the son of Clyde and Dorothy (Sowers) Smith. Joe graduated from East Liverpool High School, Class of 1961.  He graduated from Fairmont State College with a...

Jan 15, 2025

John C. Thomas, 58, passed away, at home, Wednesday, January 15, 2025, with his sister at his side. John fought a hard battle with cancer, in the end joining his parents and other siblings in heaven.

John was a lifelong resident of Akron, Ohio. He worked as a Project Manager at ABM Industries and was there for...

Jan 14, 2025

Jean M. Shanholtz, 69, of New Franklin, went home to be with the Lord, January 14, 2025.

A life resident of the Portage Lakes area, Jean retired from the Summit County Auditor’s office in 2009, after 36 years of service.

Jean’s passion for shoes and purses is legendary. Her sense of humor and ability to...

Jan 8, 2025

Mary A. Martin, known lovingly by family as “Nana”, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, January 8th, 2025, at the age of 62 after a short battle with lung cancer. Mary is preceded in death by her mother, Linda Gibson, her father, James Gibson, and by her son, Steven Haenftling.

Mary was a loving wife, mother...

Jan 6, 2025

Nelson Lewis Hart, age 62, of Canton, passed away on January 6, 2025, following a brief illness. He was born on July 24, 1962, to Lewis and Judy Hart. Nelson’s sudden departure leaves a void in the hearts of his family and friends.

Nelson was a dedicated and skilled electrician for many years, working for Ultra-Tech. His...

Dec 27, 2024

Vivian Louise White, 83, of Barberton went to meet Jesus, December 27, 2024. Vivian was born March 8, 1941. She was preceded in death by her beloved grandmother, Mary Cork; her mom, Mildred (Cork) White; father, David White and sisters, Leona, Carol Pully and her brother, John White.

Vivian leaves behind her sisters, Genivieve McCord and Betty...

Dec 18, 2024

Karen Ann Mickunas (Wilson), 80, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed peacefully surrounded by her loving family in Battle Creek, Michigan on Wednesday, December 18th, 2024. Born on September 12th,1944 in Akron to Fred and Edna Wilson, Karen's warm presence graced the Kenmore community where she spent most of her life after graduating from Kenmore High School in 1962....

Dec 7, 2024

Judy A. Liggett, 75 of Akron went home to be with the Lord, December 7, 2024. She was born October 7, 1949 in Akron, Ohio to the late Clifford and Mary (nee Raybold) Murray.

Judy was a graduate of Kenmore High School and a member Firestone Park United Methodist Church where she was active in the women's...