All Obituaries

George J. Buesch, 65, passed away May 12, 2019. He was born in Cleveland to the late Robert and Joan Buesch and lived many years in the Akron area. He is survived by his wife, Jill; son, John; brothers, Richard, Robert, Calvin and Tom; sisters, Debbie and Phyllis; many nieces and nephews; and extended family Sandy, Heather and Crystal. A memorial service will be held at Lifeway Church on Friday, May 17, 2019 at 4:00 p.m.  Memorials may be sent to Lifeway Food Pantry 742 Cookson...

Cristy Lynn Wolfe, 52, went home on May 9, 2019. She had worked for Harry London’s in production as well as Bob’s Lakeside Bar and R. J.’s. Cristy loved crafts, flowers, gardening and her beloved dog, Keno. Most of all, she had a contagious laugh that will be missed by all who knew her. Preceded in death by Dana Johnson and her step-father, Tom Blabac, she is survived by her daughter, Tana (Lyle) Bartlett; grandchildren, Gordon, Dana, Daniel and Gabriel; great-grandson,...

Virginia L. South, 80, passed away May 1, 2019. She was born in Akron on May 13, 1938 to the late Frank and Dorothy Malterer and was a graduate of Randolph High School. She worked for the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company for 20 years as well as Grace Cathedral for over 30 years, where she was also an active member.   In addition to her parents, Virginia was preceded in death by her husband, Gene and sister, Charlene. She is survived by her step-son, Tim (Angie) South; brother, Frank...

Albert E. Brion, Jr., 90, passed over to the hereafter April 27, 2019.  Born on February 10, 1929 in Williamsport, PA to the late Albert E. and Isabelle B. Brion, he was a 1947 graduate of Williamsport High School and also from the University of New Mexico in 1951.  Following three years service in the US Army, he joined the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. in 1954, retiring in October 1991. A gathering and remembrance led by Rev. Ron Shultz will be held on Thursday, May 2, 2019 at...

Shirley J. Watson, 86, passed away April 17, 2019. She was born in Sayre, PA to the late Harry and Marion (Miller) Hinkal, was raised and lived in Williamsport for 30 years before moving to Akron, where she resided for over 50 years. Shirley retired from the American Red Cross with 32 years of service and volunteered for many years at the board of elections. She was a loving aunt and mom to Mitzi, and she will be deeply missed. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her...

Margaret L. Johnson, 98, passed away April 15, 2019. She was born in Akron on June 10, 1920 to the late Stephen and Anna (Diesem) Barry and retired from B.F. Goodrich with 35 years of service. Margaret was an active member of the Akron Free Will Baptist Church, serving as secretary of the Ladies Auxiliary.  She enjoyed baking for everyone, and loved going out to lunch with family, friends and her ladies’ auxiliary friends. In addition to her parents, she was...

John J. Podrosky, born December 6, 1950, passed away April 13, 2019 at the age of 68. Johnny was a man among men. He lived a very full life filled with wild times, fun adventures and great stories. In the end he succumbed to cancer after a 3-month battle, which he courageously fought till the end. He died at home surrounded by his loving family, which is just the way he wanted it. His big regret was missing the Browns play this coming season. He leaves his wife of 48 years, Melissa; sons,...

Joan R. Edworthy, 84, passed away April 11, 2019. She was born in Akron on May 25, 1934 to the late John and Anna (Bakos) Makidon and retired from Roadway Express with over 30 years of service. She also worked at Annie Anne’s at Chapel Hill Mall and was a member of the Roadway Dinner Club. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William; brothers, Ernest and Edward; and sister-in-law, Helen. She is survived by her daughters, Terri (Chuck) Olenik and...

Larry E. Bradley, 70, passed away on April 1, 2019.  Born in Kenosha, Wisconsin to the late William and Mary (Whittington) Bradley, he lived most of his life in Akron.  He proudly served in the US Marine Corps during Vietnam and retired from the City of Akron highway maintenance department. Larry is survived by his children, Heather (Adam) Peel, Timothy (Cheryl), Rebecca (John) Bonenberger, and Tamara (Matt) Abbott; 13 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and sisters,...

Cheryl A. Kish-Schutte, 66, passed away March 31, 2019. She was born in Akron on July 27, 1952 to the late Frank and June (Braybon) Weekley and was a 1970 East High School graduate. She was also a special needs caregiver for 14 years. Cheryl was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who had a heart of gold. She is survived by her husband, Richard; children, Brian (June), Tara (Matt), Sammie and Michael; 7 grandchildren; and siblings, Dennis, Mark (Jeannie), Kathy and Peggy. Calling hours...