All Obituaries

Michael D. Phillips, 36, passed away October 11, 2021. Preceded in death by his mother, Renee, he is survived by his father, Michael Ruester; siblings, Russ (Megan) Phillips, Derek Phillips, Johnny Boggess, Elizabeth Boggess and Danyelle Boggess; nephews and niece, Russell Phillips Jr. and Riley Phillips and Josh and Jonathan Simmons; and cousin, Dave Churchill. Mike loved to cook and was the life of the party - he could always make you laugh. He will be missed. Cremation has taken place....

Shirley M. Faidley, 62, passed away October 1, 2021. She was born in Cleveland, was a Twinsburg High School graduate and worked for the Akron Public Schools for 13 years.  Shirley had a genuine passion for music and enjoyed playing board games, card games and trivia. She loved planning family gatherings and traveling with her family, and her favorite destination was Las Vegas. She will be deeply missed. Preceded in death by her father, John Terry and nephew, Gary, she is...

Robert James Brunton, 50, passed away Sept 28, 2021. He was born in Akron, was a 1989 Cuyahoga Falls High School graduate and worked at Sully's for 25 years. He is survived by his mother, Sandy (Dwight) Epling; father, Robert G. (Lana) Brunton; brother, Dylan Atkinson, sisters, Deanna (Chris) Brammer, Tiffany (Todd) Thompson and Erin Epling; many nieces and nephews; as well as many other family and friends. A private service was held at Greenlawn Memorial...

Donald J. Dempsey, 79, passed away September 18, 2021 in Akron after many years of declining health. Don was born September 27, 1941 in Lakewood, Ohio to Fred and Ellaree (Chittock) Dempsey and grew up in Bay Village. He graduated from Bay High School in 1960. Don attended Rio Grande College and later transferred to Columbia School of Broadcasting in Chicago, where he met his wife of 42 years, Karen Schauland. They were married November 16, 1963. With a deep, distinctive voice and a flair...

Sterling E. Wilson, 82, passed away September 21, 2021. He was born in Uniontown, PA to the late Harold and Marie (Moore) Wilson, was a South High School graduate in Akron and was a veteran of the US Army. Sterling worked for RC Cola and Sumner Butter, and later owned Wilson’s restaurants in Brimfield, Cuyahoga Falls and Ravenna. He was a long-time member of the VFW and American Legion in Ravenna and the Mogadore Moose. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his...

Gary W. Theiss Sr., 67, passed away September 14, 2021. He was born in Brazil, IN and lived in Barberton and Akron his whole life. He retired from BR Johnson Cleaning Service with 26 years of service and loved fishing, Willie Nelson and his family. He will be deeply missed. Gary was preceded in death by his parents, Lucille (Lucas) and Earl Theiss, and brothers, Delbert Lucas and James Robert Lucas. He is survived by his children, Kathy (Bennie) Duncan, Lisa Theiss (D’Shane Shavers)...

Tammy Dennis, 59, passed away September 4, 2021. She was born in Akron, was a graduate of Portage Lakes Vocational School and worked as a Certified Medical Assistant. She was also a member of Coventry Crossing Christian Church. Preceded in death by her father, Kelly R. Wagner Sr. and cousin, Steve Wolf, she is survived by her loving mother, Marianne Wagner; brother, Kelly Jr. “Dick” (Kathy) Wagner; nephew, Chris; niece, Kelly and her children, Liam and Kallie; and aunts, Karen...

Joyce M. Cramer, 73, passed away September 14, 2021. She was born in Akron to the late George and Juanita (Arthur) Cramer. Joyce is survived by her sisters, Gloria and Glenna; brother, Gary (Irene); nephews, Joshua and Andrew; and great-nephew, Sebastian. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Gilbert. Joyce was a graduate of Woodridge High School. She was.a minister of the Church of God for many years, where she gave her best through faith her entire life....

Bernice A. Radcliffe, 82, passed away September 10, 2021. She was born in Akron to the late Harvey and Elizabeth (Clawson) Radcliffe, was a graduate of Central High School and retired from the Akron Credit Bureau with 47 years of service. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Harvey, and sister, Esther. She is survived by her loving cousin and caregiver, Bertha Fox; cousins, Clarence, William, Earl, Sue, Terry and Raymond; and many other relatives. A private...

Susan May Kirkland, 64, passed away September 9, 2021. She was born in Akron to the late Harry and Ida (White) Luzader, was a Kenmore High School graduate and worked for Giant Eagle for over a decade. Susan lived in Barberton for many years and was active in the community. She was a member of the Barberton Civitan Club, Barberton Liedertafel Club, Barberton Social Club (GBU), First Hungarian Benefit Society and the Slovak Catholic Sokol. She is survived by her daughters, Mara Lynn...