Obituaries

Jul 10, 2024

Joseph E. Bard, 74 of Kenmore went home to be with the Lord, July 10, 2024. He was born in Akron, Ohio December 6, 1949 to the late Charles and Edna (nee Williams) Bard.

He loved volunteering as a poll worker during the election season, going out and trying different foods and working on cars. He especially...

Jun 29, 2024

Carolyn J. Normington, 85, of Portage Lakes went home to be with the Lord, June 29, 2024. She was born in Portage Lakes September 28, 1938, to the late Donald and Evelyn (nee McDermott) Schieb.

She was a devoted wife and mother.  She cared for her husband, William, until the end. She was always there for her...

Jun 23, 2024

Sandra passed away June 23, 2024. She was born February 4, 1955 in Bladenboro, North Carolina to Huston and Betty (nee Thompson) Guyton.

Sandra was a graduate of Coventry High School and retired from AAA maintenance.

She was preceded in death by her father, Huston; brother, Davey and Nephew, Matt. She is survived by her...

Jun 18, 2024

“In the end, it’s not the years in your life that count, but the life in your years.”

With heavy hearts, we announce the unexpected passing of our beloved Jonathan Christopher Hamarik who was taken from us too soon on June 18 at the tender age of 37. He brought immeasurable joy and light into...

Jun 13, 2024

Doris J. Buckbee, 61, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, June 13, 2024. She was born on March 25, 1963 in Barberton, Ohio to the late Olan and Mary (nee Chauncy) Prunty.

Before retiring, Doris spent fifteen plus years as a Deli Clerk at Acme Fresh Market. She loved staying in touch with her...

Jun 9, 2024

William “Bill” J. Sheaffer, 67 of Kenmore went home to be with the Lord, June 9, 2024. He was born in Akron, Ohio on August 23, 1956 to the late Robert Sheaffer Jr. and Juanita (nee Parker).

William was in construction for a living and enjoyed playing foosball and going fishing. He loved his family, his friends...

Jun 6, 2024

Terri L. East, 61 of Cuyahoga Falls went home to be with the Lord peacefully on June 6, 2024. She was born in Warren, Ohio on June 21, 1962 to the late Robert and Ethel (nee Peace) Winland.

Terri enjoyed camping, fishing, gardening and was a fan of “NE Ohio Rocks”. She loved her family and her...

Jun 4, 2024

In loving memory of our father, Gary Allen Rado who passed peacefully on June 4, 2024 at Medina Hospice Center surrounded by family and loved ones.

Gary worked for the University of Akron for over thirty years at the Ballet Center. He made many friends and would take family members to performances and introduce them to the...

May 28, 2024

Elizabeth Ostronisky, 95, of CANAL FULTON went home to be with the Lord, May 28, 2024. She was born on March 1, 1929 in Akron, Ohio to the late Steve and Katalin (nee Demeter) Dudas.

Elizabeth retired after sixteen and a half years’ service at Akron Porcelain. She attended Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and Queen of Heaven....

May 17, 2024

Judith A. Schneider, 75, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, May 17, 2024. She was born on October 23, 1948 in Akron, Ohio to the late Robert and Frances (nee Church) Schneider.

Judith retired from First Merit Bank after many years of service.

She is survived by her sister, Carole Schneider (David...

May 10, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce Brian David Scarbrough, 75, passed away on Friday, May 10, 2024 after complications with lung cancer.

David was born on April 21, 1949 in Akron, Ohio to the late Gerald and Dorothy (nee Hunt) Scarbrough. After graduating from Garfield High School in 1967, he heroically served our country in...

Apr 29, 2024

Our beloved son, brother, uncle, husband, Shawn C. Farmer, born Dec 5th, 1988 to Dale and Carrie Farmer, returned home on Monday, April 29, 2024. Shawn enjoyed hunting and fishing at the family cabin, working on his truck, tinkering in blacksmithing, and spending time with his nieces, nephews, and stepson.

Shawn is survived by grandparents;...

Apr 15, 2024

Kathleen “Kitty” Johnson (Kelly) passed away peacefully with family by her side on April 15th in Akron, Ohio, at the age of 83.

Preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Wendell (“Del”), parents Clare M. and Altha E. Kelly of Cleveland, Ohio, and brother Edward of Cleveland, Ohio, Kitty is survived by children Eric, Kurt...

Apr 6, 2024

Kenneth E. Johnson, 55, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, April 6, 2024. He was born June 11, 1968, in Indianapolis, Indiana to Franklin and Michelle (nee Luckett) Johnson Sr.

He is survived by his daughters, Myeisha “PieBaby” Wiliams and Kenyatta “Choc-A-Doll” Johnson; the kids he raised, Stephany Wray Jovon, Cheatham, Da’quan Isaac and...

Apr 5, 2024

Karen L. Coulter, 65 of NEW FRANKLIN went home to be with the Lord, April 5, 2024.

She was born in Akron, Ohio December 16, 1958 to the late Walter and Dolores (nee Rafferty) Albright.

She loved her children and enjoyed spoiling her grandchildren with shopping trips. She loved to do crafts, crocheting, music and...

Mar 30, 2024

Timothy Aaron Hyatt, 27 of Akron passed away on March 30, 2024.

Timothy was so full of love for anyone he came into contact with. He could make anyone laugh no matter how you were feeling.

He is preceded in death by his father, Thomas Hyatt. Timothy is survived by his daughters, Amelia and Serenity;...

Mar 7, 2024

We are heartbroken to announce the death of our amazing mother, Nancy Kay (Fogle) (Nomi) Miller.  She sadly left this world peacefully on March 7, 2024, at the age of 77, surrounded by her loved ones. She was a wonderful mother who was always there when we needed her.  She is one of the strongest women we knew.  She...

Feb 27, 2024

Jane E. Rebovich, 95, of WADSWORTH went home to be with the Lord, February 27, 2024. She was born in Akron, Ohio on June 9, 1928 to the late Clayton and Sarah (nee Stewart) Grafton.

Jane was an LPN and spent fourteen years at St. Thomas Hospital.  She was a member of St. Nicholas Byzantine...

Feb 25, 2024

Tina M. Johnson, 63, of BARBERTON went home to be with the Lord, February 25, 2024. He was born October 27, 1960 in Akron, Ohio to the late Harold and Betty (nee McDonald) Johnson.

Tina was a graduate of Kenmore High School, a wonderful artist and received a full scholarship to Bowling Green for her...

Feb 24, 2024

Mary Ann Robinson, 86, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2024 after a long battle with cancer. She left this world to begin her eternal heavenly life surrounded by her family.

A native of Akron, Ohio, Mary Ann graduated from Kenmore High School and began her career in administrative management, working her...