Obituaries

Sep 10, 2021

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,...

Sep 9, 2021

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...

Sep 4, 2021

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...

Aug 14, 2021

Diana L. Burns, 73, passed away August 14, 2021. She was born in Akron to the late William and Mary (Habig) Rees, was an East Hight School graduate and earned a degree from the University of Akron. She retired from the Department of Jobs and Family Services with over 20 years of service as a case worker.

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Aug 10, 2021

Doris May (Green) Colbert, 87, passed away August 10, 2021. She was born in Cuyahoga Falls to the late Darrell and Dorothy (Whitman) Green and retired from General Tire with 14 years of service. She also worked at several nursing homes in the area.

Doris loved painting, crafts and crocheting. She was loving and caring, always made...

Aug 5, 2021

Joni E. Keller, 33, passed away August 5, 2021. She was born in Jessup, GA and moved to northwest Ohio as a youth. She was a 2006 graduate of Mohawk High School, earned her Bachelors degree from Heidelberg University and her Masters degree from Tiffin University.

Joni resided in Richfield with her husband, Ryan, and three dogs,...

Jul 29, 2021

Well shoot, if you’re reading this, I’ve passed from this earth to my Heavenly home. If I know me, I went kicking and screaming – sort of like a four-year-old being dragged out of a birthday party by her parents. But don’t be too sad. I assure you that I am more alive right now in Heaven than I...

Jul 28, 2021

Halex Elizabeth Amethyst Vanmeter, just 2 months old, passed away July 28, 2021.

She is survived by her parents, Cheyenne Edgell and Thomas Vanmeter; brother, Kenneth; grandparents, Lisa Anthony, Millie Vanmeter and Larry Edgell; great-grandparents, Betty Edgell and Alice Vanmeter; uncles, Taven Edgell and Ronnie Anthony; aunts, Deana Vanmeter and Glenda Yost; and cousin Mya. She was...

Jul 27, 2021

Robert Gordan, 92, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ July 27, 2021.  Bob was born in Akron on March 21, 1929, the only child of Condo and Sophia (Kreuter) Giordanengo.  He graduated from Kent State University with degrees in Elementary Education and Business.  Bob was a member of Alpha Phi Omega and helped build...

Jul 23, 2021

Thomas R. Hollin, 69, passed away July 23, 2021. He was born in Akron to the late Arnold (Ray) and Marciel (Springston) Hollin, was a Lake High School graduate and retired from the City of Akron Water Treatment Department with nearly 30 years of service.

Thomas grew up roller skating at both Playland and Springfield where his...

Jul 23, 2021

Mary L. Tharp, 92, passed away July 23, 2021. She was born in Akron to the late Thomas and Mary (Cochran) Scott and had been a member of Greensburg Church of God.

Preceded in death by her husband, Gayle, 2 brothers and 4 sisters, she is survived by her children, Kim (John) Petty and Brian (Chris) Tharp;...

Jul 22, 2021

Dortha J. Gaskins, 90, passed away July 22, 2021. She was born in Branchland, WV to the late Ausborne and Mary (Gadd) Morrison and was active in the deaf community for many years. She was a member of Deaf Outreach Church of North Canton, enjoyed camping with the Ohio Silent Wanderers, was an avid bowler in the deaf women’s...

Jul 18, 2021

Theresa “Terri” Norman, 72, passed away July 18, 2021. She was born in Akron to the late Martin and Helen (Stefanka) Streharsky and was a former member of Cornerstone Community Church. Terri had a life-long passion for genealogy research and enjoyed vacationing . Also, spending time with her grandchildren brought her tremendous joy.

Preceded in death by...

Jul 15, 2021

Delores G. Kriston, 86, passed away July 15, 2021. She was born in New Castle, PA to the late George and Mary (Pavlosky) Vasilcik and was a devout member of St. Nicholas Orthodox Church in Mogadore. She retired from McGregor and McGregor and although retired from working, she never retired as a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

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Jul 11, 2021

Joel J. Reed, age 73, passed away July 11, 2021.  He was a decorated US Air Force Veteran of the Vietnam War and retired from Goodyear with 40 years of service.

Joel was a life member of the DAV, Past Master of Joppa Lodge 666, member of the American Legion, the Star Lodge, and the Scottish Rite...

Jul 10, 2021

Richard Paul Dillon, 88, passed away Saturday, July 10, 2021 in New Market, TN. He was born in Akron, was an Army veteran of the Korean War and retired from Goodyear with 43 years of service. Richard and his wife enjoyed traveling the country in their motorhome and they eventually relocated to New Market, TN, where he was a...

Jul 7, 2021

John W. Springer passed away July 7, 2021. He graced this earth for 97 1/2 years and will be in Grace for eternity with his Savior Jesus Christ. John was born April 2, 1924 to Frank and Emma Springer in Lawrence County, TN., the youngest boy of 7 children.

Preceded in death by his parents, wife of...

Jul 2, 2021

Audrey K. Cogar, 73, born in Akron to the late Orval and Olive (Sayers) Mauk, passed away July 2, 2021.

Audrey is survived by her children, Tim (Stephanie), Dave and Brandy; grandchildren, Kiarah, Sophia, Audrey Nicole, and Katelyn Marie; and sisters, Evelyn and Joyce. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard; son, Louie; father-in-law, Terryle...

Jun 19, 2021

Wendy Carol Weiss, 56 passed away into the arms of her Savior June 19, 2021. She is survived by her mother, Joan Weiss, brothers, Gary (Susan) Weiss, John (Lori) Weiss, sister Linda Triola (Jim), nieces, Marie Batteiger (Michael), Sarah Weiss, nephews Christian Triola (Amy Joy), Chad Triola (Susie), Richard Weiss (Becky), Arron Weiss (Elizabeth), great nieces Summer, Mia, Brooklyn,...

Jun 15, 2021

Susan “Susie” Sayre, 63, passed away June 15, 2021. She was born in Heidelburg, Germany to the late Robert and Marilyn (Smith) Dazey and worked for the City of Akron.

Suzie was one of the kindest people you could ever want to know. If you were lucky enough to have been a friend, neighbor or family member,...