Obituaries

Dec 22, 2022

Gerald M. Devers 69, of Cuyahoga Falls passed away unexpectedly on December 22, 2022. He was born July 20, 1953 in Akron to the late Herber and Naomi (nee Devine) Devers.

Jerry had a heart of gold and would help anyone that needed help.

He didn't deserve to be hit by a car and left...

Dec 21, 2022

Larry Hensley (Castro) 70 passed away unexpectedly 12/21/22.

Proceeded in death by Dad, Sherdain Hensley; Mom, Edith Hensley

and wife, Opal Hensley.  He is survived by daughter, Erin Hensley;

best friends Ron and Barb Campbell and countless other friends that he considered family.

We will miss you...

Dec 9, 2022

Jessica Lynne Sell, 42, of Akron passed away at home on Thursday, December 9, 2022 following a courageous battle with cervical cancer. She was born March 7, 1980 in Ashland, Kentucky.

Jessica's love for her husband and children was unconditional. Her smile and laugh were contagious. She will live on in the hearts of all her family...

Dec 8, 2022

Gerald Dale Stiffler passed away peacefully with his family by his side on December 8, 2022 at the age of 90. Gerald was born in Akron, Ohio and lived in Kenmore his whole life.

He graduated from Hower Trade School and retired from Cardinal Rubber. He met his wife, Catherine at St. Mary's Church and they got...

Dec 5, 2022

On Monday, December 5, 2022, Raymond White Jr. was called home to be with the Lord.

Raymond was born September 15, 1947, to the late Raymond White Sr. and the late Johnnie O’Neal Rodgers-Smiley in Lima, Alabama.  He relocated to Cleveland, Ohio, at age five and credited his strong work ethics and dedication to family to his...

Nov 17, 2022

Richard S. Rardin passed away suddenly on November 17, 2022. He is now at peace within the arms of the lord. Richard was born August 19, 1964 in Akron, Ohio and lived his entire life in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio where he also graduated from high school in 1983.

Richard was a professional tree climber and worked for...

Nov 12, 2022

Loretta Ann Linke, 51, passed away November 12, 2022 from complications of Lung Cancer. She was a beloved wife, mama, grandma, sister, aunt and friend to everyone in need.

Loretta was born December 18, 1970 in Akron, Ohio to the late James Moody II and Juanita (nee Huth) Moody. She spent many years of her life traveling...

Nov 7, 2022

John F. Nyitray, age 72 of Green, Ohio died November 7, 2022 after a long battle with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. He was born on October 4, 1950 in Akron, Ohio, the son of the late Stephen J. and Isabell Herbstreet Nyitray. He was a graduate of Garfield High School, Class of 1968 and also of the National Institute of Technology....

Nov 3, 2022

Joanne Snyder, our beloved and devoted Aunt went home to be with her Lord and Savior on November 3, 2022, at the age of 92.

She was born in Akron, Ohio on January 26, 1930, to the late Charles L. and Dorothea (Parker) Snyder.

She was raised in the Kenmore area and graduated from Kenmore...

Nov 1, 2022

Kevin M. Lowery, 53, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, November 1, 2022. He was born in Akron, Ohio on April 18, 1969 to the late Charles and Beverly (nee Collmer) Lowery.

Kevin was a child at heart who loved wrestling, cartoons, Christmas and Halloween. He was a kindhearted man who couldn't say NO...

Nov 1, 2022

Nancy R. Long, 81, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, November 1, 2022. She was born on September 10, 1941 in Fairmont, WV to the late Henry Helm and Violet Huber.

She was a long-time resident of Akron and a graduate of Kenmore High School class of 1960. There, she met her High School...

Oct 25, 2022

Thomas J. Litton, 43, of Tallmadge passed away suddenly October 25, 2022. He was born in Akron, Ohio on October 3, 1979.

He loved his kids, fishing, dogs, motorcycles and being around people. He was always willing to help anyone he could.

He is survived by his mother, Kim Wilson; grandma Wilson; siblings, Michael, Jessica...

Oct 25, 2022

Geneva M Amtsberg, 94, passed away from kidney failure on October 25, 2022.

Geneva was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, where she graduated from Collinwood High School and attended Fenn College. In her late fifties, she returned to school and became a proud Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Hiram College. After raising her children,...

Oct 19, 2022

Kevin Bricker died suddenly Thursday October 20, 2022. Born June 14, 1956 to Terence and Dorothy Bricker of Akron, Ohio. He was a lifelong resident of Kenmore and graduated from Kenmore High School in 1974.

Kevin retired from Akron Public Schools where he spent much of his career as the day shift custodian at Litchfield...

Sep 21, 2022

Stefina E "Dolly" Stoll, 97, of Akron passed away peacefully Wednesday, September 21, 2022 at Bath Creek Estates Nursing Home. Dolly was born December 25, 1924 in Akron to the late Caspar and Rose (Nee Konrad) Herzog.

Dolly was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Edward J. Stoll; sons, David, Donald and Edward II ; sister,...

Sep 20, 2022

Richard M. Miller, 76 of Akron went home to be with the Lord, September 20, 2022. He was born October 12,1945 in Akron, Ohio to the late Lloyd and Caroline (nee Salzwimmer) Miller.

He was a veteran of the United States Army where he served in the 11th Calvary Unit during Vietnam. He was a graduate of...

Sep 10, 2022

Emma (Pansy) Hodgman (nee Echard), age 87, joined the angels in heaven on September 10, 2022. Emma was a lifelong resident of Barberton/Akron who devoted her life to loving and caring for her family. She loved baking, cooking, sewing, arts and crafts, playing bingo and spending time with her family and friends. Her love of Mickey Mouse, Elvis and Christmas ...

Sep 9, 2022

Michael W. Burkhart, 54, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, September 9, 2022. He was born April 6, 1968 in Akron, Ohio to the late George and Ann (nee Gilbride) Burkart.

Mike was a graduate of Kenmore High School and a devoted catholic. He worked at Goodwill Industries and was an active member of...

Sep 6, 2022

Karen G. Kimberlin, 66, of NORTON went home to be with the Lord, September 6, 2022. She was born April 25,1956 in Waltham, Mass to the late James and Lillian (nee Lester) Lennon.

Karen was a graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School and St. Thomas School of Nursing. She was a very passionate nurse. She...

Sep 5, 2022

Betty J. Garner, 98, of Akron went home to be the Lord, September 5, 2022. She was born October 13, 1923 in Zanesville, Ohio to the late Dillis and Florence (nee Rossert) Lincicome.

She was self-employed as a beautician and worked for Sun Rubber for several years. She was a graduate of Kenmore High School...