Obituaries

May 20, 2020

In loving memory of Russell Carnell who passed away May, 20, 2020. He will be missed.

He is survived by his loving wife, Helen; sons, Russell Jr. and Keith Sr.; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. He also leaves behind to cherish his memory, many nieces and nephews; daughter-in-laws, Bonnie and Dellanna.

He will now rest...

May 15, 2020

I left this world in great protest, fighting and kicking all the way, but finally let go and moved on to what I hope is a better place on May 15, 2020. I was born October 12, 1944 in Akron, Ohio to Anthony (Tony) Sherman and Kathryn (Kate) Zema Sherman, both deceased. I graduated from Barberton High School in 1962,...

May 12, 2020

Susan J. Pucak, 72, of Uniontown went home to be with the Lord May 12, 2020 after a four year battle with cancer. A native of Hubbard, Ohio and an area resident over forty years. She was the only child of C. Robert and Evelyn Agae Mayo, who preceded her in death. She and Don are the owners of the...

May 10, 2020

Marilyn Luella Tayse (nee Slegus) passed away on May 10, 2020 at The Colony Healthcare Center in Tallmadge, Ohio of COVID-19 at the age of 75.

She is preceded in death by her loving parents, William George and Helen Grace Slegus (nee Carney); husband, Grady Carval Tayse. Marilyn is remembered by her sons, Kevin of Kenmore, Ohio...

Apr 29, 2020

Carolyn (Buck) Dormer of Firestone Park passed away on April 29th,2020.

She is preceded in death by her mother, Bonnie Buck. She will be forever missed by fiancé, Jeff Acomb; father, Finis Buck; siblings, Nancy Khanna, Brenda Dunbar, Greg Turner and Jeff Buck, as well as by daughters, Leanne (Ashley) Dormer and Alicia (Ray) Ratcliff. Carolyn's favorite...

Apr 24, 2020

Lawrence "Bill" W. Lowery, 84, of BARBERTON went home to be with the Lord, April 24, 2020. Born on February 20, 1936 to the late Lawrence Sr. and Fransway (nee Thomas) Lowery in Akron, Ohio.

He was a veteran of the United States Marines and spent thirty six and a half years as a supervisor of Meter...

Apr 23, 2020

Kathleen Emma Haines, 58 gained her heavenly wings on April 23, 2020 after a tough fight with cancer. Kathy was born on November 28, 1961.

Kathy was preceded in death by parents; Gladys and Alford Haines; brothers, Alford and Terry. She was loved and will be missed by children, Brian (Angela) Haines, Michael (Amanda)...

Apr 22, 2020

Frederick "Fritz" C. Warren, 76, went home to be with his Lord and Savior April 22, 2020 due to COVID-19. He was born May 21, 1944 to Carl and Margie Warren.

He leaves behind his daughters, son-in-law and beloved granddaughters, Lisa and Hailey Warren, Jennifer (Jim) and Payton Palecek. Fritz was the Superintendent of The Historical Glendale...

Apr 21, 2020

One day after his 90th birthday, James Hiram Ohlinger was called home. He joins his parents, Francis and Lewis Ohlinger, his siblings, Lewis, Jr. (Betty) Ohlinger, and Phyllis (Dwight) Hottle; his beloved wife, Jane; and daughter, Ann (Tom) Bizzaro, who preceded him in death. He is survived by his sister, Barbara (Carl) Nottingham.

Jim met his bride,...

Apr 18, 2020

Mark A. Thompson, 58 passed away April 18, 2020. He was born August 3, 1961 to the late McNeal Thompson and Laura J. Thompson.

Mark attended Akron Public Schools graduating from South High School in 1979. He loved to dance and listen to music. Mark was an avid sports fan especially enjoying football and boxing.

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Apr 16, 2020

Brian O’Neil Jones

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Brian O’Neil Jones of Akron, Ohio, passed away suddenly at the age of 67. He was an avid member of the VFW and American Legion. He was honorably discharged from the Navy, his highest respect to the military. He was a kindhearted, yet tough and determined man. He would...

Apr 14, 2020

Rhonda J Campbell, 61, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, April 14, 2020. Rhonda loved her family and friends. Preceded in death by her parents; Ronald and Shirley; husband, William. She is survived by her brother, Ronald H. Doyle; children, Crystal (Brandon) Howdyshell of Tallmadge and William Campbell of Akron; grandchildren, Jennifer (Jeremy), Austin, Savannah, Monique, William,...

Apr 7, 2020

Isaiah Lamont Efrahyim Chapman has passed at the early age of 30.  Isaiah was born November 6 th 1989 to Efrahyim Chapman and Cassandra Wright. He was born and raised in Akron OH. He graduated from Kenmore High school where he was a champion wrestler. Isaiah's passion and expertise was being a professional fighter. He was a professional in...

Apr 6, 2020

Andrew David Thompson ,50, left us unexpectedly on Monday, April 6, 2020 in the comfort of his home. Andy was born on March 21, 1970 in Akron to Jack and Eileen (Binns) Thompson. He was a graduate of Kenmore High school, class of 1988.

He was such a loving,caring family man and a very hard worker; a...

Apr 6, 2020

Eugene Edward Hescht passed away April 6, 2020. He was a life long citizen of Ohio. Born April 28, 1942 in Toronto, Ohio.

He worked at Sunoco and Alsides.

Preceded in death by his parents, Herbert and Nettie Hescht; brothers, Albert and Dorman Hescht; sisters, Edith Henry and Maxine Schuckert; nieces, Susie Millian and Rose...

Apr 5, 2020

Joyce Elaine Svet (58) passed away in Akron, OH April 5th, 2020. She was born to Joseph and Agnes Frankhauser on July 7th, 1961 in Johnstown, PA. Joyce married Bob June 6th, 1998, and was married for 21 years.

Throughout her life, Joyce kept up affection and talent for growing, maintaining, and arranging flowers. She developed an...

Mar 27, 2020

Emma Ruth Schafer 91, loving wife, mother, grandmother, passed away on March 27, 2020. Ruth was born on November 3, 1928 and was an Akron resident all her life, graduating from Kenmore High School in 1946.

Ruth was preceded in death by her loving husband of 71 years Dick; parents, Henry and Pauline Compton; brother, Clay Compton....

Mar 24, 2020

Nancy Lynn Shaffer, 77, passed away of unexpected causes on Tuesday, March 24, 2020. She was born on April 24, 1942 to the late Arthur and Virginia Middleton.

Nancy was a devoted wife and mother. She worked for the Akron City Schools for many years as a cafeteria employee. Nancy served as the President for the Kenmore...

Mar 24, 2020

Beverly Ann (Pierce) Stickler, 71-years-old, went home to be with the Lord on March 24, 2020 surrounded by her loving family after her valiant fight with a long-term illness. Her strong will to live, unwavering faith in the Lord, and the love and prayers of family, friends, and many supporters carried her through until her final day. Yet even...

Mar 18, 2020

Twila M. Thornton, 85, of BARBERTON went home to be with the Lord March 18, 2020. A native of Portage, PA , she was an area resident most of her life.

She was a Pioneer Girls Leader and a Stephen Minister. Twila served as a councilwoman at large for the City of Norton and retired from B.F....