Obituaries

Sep 1, 2022

Merle W. Breedlove passed away unexpectedly September 1, 2022. He was born July 17, 1972 in Barberton, Ohio to Michael and Nellie (Nee Baker) Breedlove.

He was preceded in death by his father, Michael W Breedlove. He is Survived by his mother, Nellie A Breedlove; his children, Chantel T. Breedlove, Justin W, Breedlove, Joshua A. Kramer; sisters,...

Aug 21, 2022

Tracy L. Sims, 48, of Akron gained her wings and walked through the golden gates of heaven on August 21, 2022.

Tracy was the true definition of a hard-working American woman. She was a kind, loving, and soulful person who was friends to many. She loved dolphins with a passion and in her free time, she spent...

Aug 21, 2022

Barbara (Pucak) Best, 85, of Howland, Ohio went home to be with the Lord, August 21, 2022. She was the daughter of George and Mary (Turk) Pucak. Preceded in death by her parents; seven brothers; seven sisters and granddaughter, Patricia Best. She is survived by her beloved husband of sixty five years, David; sons, Timothy (Bonnie), Mark (Brenda) and Kevin...

Aug 18, 2022

Della Filsinger, 96, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, August 18, 2022. She was born in Dante, Virginia on June 29, 1926 to the late Gabor and Maria (nee Piskar) Farkas.

Della retired from JC Penny's as a salesclerk after twenty-five years of service. She was a very independent person and loved ...

Aug 14, 2022

Patrick J. McDonald, 77, of Akron passed away on August 14, 2022. He was born to parents, Francis and Gertrude on December 18, 1944 in Akron, Ohio. He was one of eleven children.

He graduated from Archbishop Hoban High School in 1963. As he was fond of saying, before they let the girls in. He was class...

Aug 11, 2022

Matthew Jonathon Bennett was born June 25, 1981 and lived most of his life in the Firestone Park neighborhood of Akron. Matt aka “Pzoe” was loyal to those he loved and never backed down from protecting the people he cared about.

He was survived by his brother’s and sister’s; Bob Bennett (Kandle), Dave Bennett (Gena), Joe Bennett...

Aug 5, 2022

Joseph G. Pangburn, 85, of BARBERTON went home to be with the Lord August 5, 2022. He was born March 13, 1937 in Akron, Ohio to the late Gregory and Adeline (nee Cassidy) Pangburn. He was a graduate of St. Mary’s High School class of 1955, a member of IBEW and Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Joe was a life-long electrician...

Jul 31, 2022

Thomas W. Hyatt, 52, of Lakemore went home to be with the Lord, July 31, 2022. He was born October 4, 1969 in Lakewood, California to the late Keith and Cynthia (nee Eckenrode) Hyatt.

He was a self employed sub-contractor. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and brother who will be deeply missed.

Preceded...

Jul 25, 2022

William “Bill” Maltarich Sr left this world peacefully on July 25, 2022 at the age of 95.  He was born in 1926 in Akron and lived his entire life in the city he loved. He graduated from Kenmore High School where he met and married Doris Kruft, the love of his life. Doris died in February 2022 after more than...

Jul 24, 2022

Garry T. Morgan, 67, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, July 24, 2022. He was born July 30, 1954 in Akron, Ohio to the late Thomas and JoAnn (nee Krummel) Morgan.

Gary retired from Barberton Hospital after many years in the maintenance department. He loved bowling, going to the zoo, watching football and baseball....

Jul 21, 2022

Marilyn A. Steele born November 20,1936 passed away in her home July 21st 2022.

Marilyn was a 1955 graduate from Kenmore High School. She was happily married to the love of her life, Tom Steele for 46 years. Marilyn and Tom raised two wonderful daughters and welcomed all friends into their home. Marilyn was a life-time member...

Jul 16, 2022

Robert "Bob" W. Koger, 79 of Akron went home to be with the Lord, July 16, 2022. He was born October 2, 1942 in Akron, Ohio to the late Fred and Ethel (nee Shoults) Koger.

He was a graduate of Kenmore High School and the University of Akron where he received a Bachelor's degree in Education. He...

Jul 15, 2022

Reunited in Heaven and together again are Richard and Sarah Oseland.

Richard C Oseland, 96, passed away Friday, July 15, 2022.  He was born in Barberton, Ohio to Charles and Sadie (nee Snyder) Oseland.

He enjoyed seventy-five years of marriage to the “Love of his life”, Sarah Jane. He retired from the Ohio...

Jul 4, 2022

Shelly A. Swain, 50, passed away suddenly on July 4, 2022. Shelly was born in Barberton, Ohio on June 17, 1972. She was a resident of Akron/Portage lakes for most of her life.

Preceded in death by father, Terry L. Swain Sr.: mother, Wendy K. Brown and her cousin, Dennis Swain

Shelly is survived by...

Jul 3, 2022

Michael Allen Jones of Akron, Ohio passed away July 3, 2022 at the age of 36.

Michael was loved immensely and his absence weighs heavy in the hearts of all who knew him. Michael enjoyed keeping everyone smiling, and the only thing bigger than his laughter was his heart. If you were blessed to have called him...

Jun 29, 2022

Bill Williams, 76 passed away 6/29/2022 at Summa Akron City Hospital.

Born in Georgia and later moved to Akron Ohio.  He graduated from Akron East High School. Bill later moved to Wayland, Ohio where he raised his family.

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Jun 26, 2022

Edward H, Keener, 82 of Akron went home to be with the Lord, June 26, 2022. He was born June 18, 1940 in Parcoal, West Virginia to the late Delbert and Ruby (nee Skidmore) Keener.

Ed attended Kenmore High School and enjoyed golfing and being a Mason.

He was preceded in death by his parents;...

Jun 22, 2022

CHERYL DIANE HAMILTON (GLENN) CHERYL, 66, OF AKRON,OHIO PASSED AWAY JUNE 22, 2022. CHERYL WAS BORN AND RAISED IN KENMORE WHERE SHE GRADUATED FROM KENMORE HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1975 AND WAS EMPLOYED BY ADESA AUTO AUCTION UNTIL 1998. SHE ENJOYED BEING A STAY AT HOME MOM AND BEING INVOLVED IN THE KENMORE HIGH SCHOOL BAND WITH HER YOUNGEST DAUGHTER....

Jun 18, 2022

Reverend Mary Lula (Pennock) Warstler has found peace, and now resides in Heaven with her Savior. She joined her husband Rodney Jay Warstler who passed away in March this year. They were married almost 65 years.

Her parents Theodore Everet and Mary Elizabeth (Coleman) Pennock preceded her in death along with two of her sisters, Nila Smith,...

Jun 13, 2022

Dorothy F. Duke, 97, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, June 13, 2022. She was born February 24, 1925 in Hopkinsville County, KY to the late Hayes and Ruth (nee Carlise) DeMoss.

Her family moved to Sharon Center, Ohio where she lived for many years and met the love of her life...