Obituaries

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,...

Jun 1, 2021

Heaven welcomed a beautiful angel on June 1, 2021 as Mary Ann Arney passed away at age 84,  in Akron, Ohio. Mary Ann was born to parents, Flavil & Ruth (Helms) Fisher and she was the 2nd of 3 daughters. She grew up doing everything with her sister Helen, who was 1 year older. Her mother made their clothes...

May 31, 2021

Harry N. “Bud” Gilbert passed away peacefully on his 93rd birthday May 31, 2021. He was born in Akron to the late Harry I. and Alfreda (Roach) and was a proud 1946 East High School Graduate.

Harry “Bud” was co-owner of Gilbert Supply Co. and was a long-time, active member of South Arlington United Methodist Church. He...

May 24, 2021

Walter Regis Austin, 81, passed away May 24, 2021. He was born in Brier Hill, PA and was a Redstone High School graduate in Brier Hill. He moved to Akron after high school and became a certified machine repairman, which he took great pride in. He retired from Chrysler and was a member of the UAW.

Preceded...

May 20, 2021

Join us in celebrating the life of Alexander Ryan Anderson 8-24-1997 - 5-19-2021.

We lost Alex in a tragic accident. He leaves behind both parents, George Anderson and Deena Anderson; his lovely daughter, Octavia; and an unfillable hole in the hearts of all he's touched.

We ask for everyone to join us June 12, 2021...

May 19, 2021

Marian L. Tall, 91, passed away May 19, 2021. She was born in Akron to the late George and Helena (Neubauer) Fisher and was a South High School graduate.

Marian was a long-time secretary and hostess, having worked at Akron Children’s Hospital and as an usher at the Civic Center and E.J. Thomas Hall.

In...

May 7, 2021

Susan D. Gilbert, 65, passed away May 7, 2021. She was born in Akron to the late Hunter F. and Susie Mae (Martin) Gilbert and was an East High School graduate. Susan always enjoyed helping others and served the community as a nurse’s aid for over 30 years, retiring from St. Edward Nursing Home.

In addition to...

Apr 26, 2021

Glennajean C. “Jean” Thom, 90, passed away April 26, 2021. She was born in Creekside, PA to the late Lee and Clara (Peterman) Henderson and was an Akron-area resident most of her life.

Jean was a long-time, active member of South Arlington UMC, serving in the children’s Sunday School program, and also ran an in-home day care...

Apr 26, 2021

Joseph P. Bertram, 73, passed away April 26, 2021. He was born in Barberton to the late Perle and Helen (Marhevsky) Bertram, was a Barberton High School graduate and was a proud veteran of the United States Army. Joe retired from the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company and also worked for Century Products.

He leaves behind his...

Apr 23, 2021

William C. Christie, 80, passed away April 23, 2021. He was born in Akron to the late Christopher and Mary Jane (Whetstone) Christie, was an East High School graduate and earned a degree in Physics from the University of Akron.

William retired from Goodyear with over 30 years of service and was passionate about audio amplifier technology....

Apr 15, 2021

Ernest R. Tate, 62, passed away April 15, 2021. He was born in Akron to the late Clyde Sr. and Delores (Jones) Tate, was an East High School graduate and was a proud veteran of the Marine Corps.

Ernest was known as a jack-of-all-trades. He was a certified welder/fabricator, had been a foreman on an asphalt construction...

Apr 14, 2021

Helen P. Conneway, 98, passed away April 14, 2021. She was born in Long Run, WV to the late Robert and Edna (Scott) Richards and was a long-time member of Family of Faith UMC.

Helen is survived by her sons, Robert (Kathy) Bomer and Paul (Lyn) Bomer; grandchildren, Elisa (Michael) Foley, Ken (Rishel) Bomer and Barbie Stillwell;...

Apr 8, 2021

Bonnie Jean Lias, 94, passed away peacefully at her home April 8, 2021. She was born in Akron to the late La Verne and Zella Eberly, was a South High School graduate and also graduated with honors from the University of Akron at the age of 54.

Bonnie had been the Director of RSVP and was a...

Apr 7, 2021

Brett S. Brumbaugh, 53, passed away April 7, 2021. He was born in Akron, was a 1986 Field High School graduate and previously had worked as a cell technician for T-Mobile.

Brett was preceded in death by his grandparents, William Clifford and Wesley and Jean (Bellamy) Brumbaugh; and step-father, Donald Mills. He is survived by his son,...