Obituaries

Jul 22, 2024

Mary Louise Fairhurst, 93, passed away July 22, 2024. She was born in North Brunswick, New Jersey to the late Frederick Milton and Helen (Stackhouse) Hart and had worked in various capacities in the health care field.

She is survived by her children, Deborah (Craig) Eshleman, Cynthia (Richard) Ploutz, Jennifer Bowdoin, Patricia Fairhurst and William (Wendy) Fairhurst;...

Jun 27, 2024

Gordon Lee Smith, 77, passed away June 27, 2024. He was born in Akron to the late Clarence and Genvieve (Hosaflook) Smith and was a Garfield High School graduate.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Edward. He is survived by his brother, David; children, Beverly Wolverton, Paula Enigma, Anita Potts,...

Jun 22, 2024

Beverly “Sue” (Persinger) Lance, 75, passed away June 22, 2024. She was born in Minden, WV to the late Lester and Marjorie (Jamison) Persinger and moved to Ohio when she was young. She was a 1966 Kenmore High School graduate and had worked for O’Neil’s and Polsky’s years ago.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded...

Jun 14, 2024

Jimmy (James) Richard Brown, 38, unexpectedly passed away June 14, 2024. He was born May 23,1986 in Akron,Ohio to Brenda Younkin & his late father, Thomas Williams, who unfortunately passed away when he was 3 months old. Jimmy was the oldest sibling to his sister, Jennie Brown and brother, Roger Younkin.

Jimmy was faced with health roblems...

Jun 9, 2024

W. Alice Reed, 101, passed away June 9, 2024. She was born in East Sparta, OH on October 17, 1922 to the late William and Ollie Caroline (Brothers) Neiss. She graduated from East Sparta High School in 1940 and worked at a clay plant in Canton, OH during WWII.

Alice was a talented pianist, playing on radio...

Jun 5, 2024

Mary Jane Armbrust, 79, passed away June 5, 2024 in Crossville, TN. She was born in Akron to the late William and Helen (Brown) Pfeifer, was a graduate of Garfield High School and retired from B.F. Goodrich.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughters, Debbie and Laurie; and brother, Bill. She...

Jun 5, 2024

Eleanor Margaret Kopka, 93, passed away June 5, 2024.  She was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, sister, and friend.

She was born to George and Margaret Adcock on February 3, 1931.  Born and raised in the Portage Lakes area, she graduated from Coventry High School and lived her entire life in the Akron area.  She married...

Jun 4, 2024

George L. Markley, 64, passed away June 4, 2024. He was born in Erie, PA and was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force.

George worked for over 30 years at Joshen Paper and Packaging and loved the outdoors, especially fishing and golf. He helped coach his daughter's softball team and was a Cub Scout...

Jun 4, 2024

Paul K. Overholt, 99, passed away June 4, 2024. He was born in Akron to the late Franklin and Clara (Nance) Overholt and was a Garfield High School graduate.

Paul worked for Brown-Graves Lumber Company for over 50 years and was a lifelong member of First Church of God in Tallmadge. He was a friend to everyone...

May 19, 2024

Jason F. Weekley, 48, passed away May 19, 2024. He was born in Akron to the late Dennis and Shirley (Roberts) Weekley and he worked with his father at Akron Summit Drain for over 20 years. That was definitely his passion and what he loved doing.

Jason always loved going down to Wellsville to ride dirt-bikes with...

May 14, 2024

Daian Meltel, 71, passed away May 14, 2024. She was born in Peleliu, Palau and worked in the tax department in customs for the Palau government at the Palau airport.

She is survived by her children, Malcolm (Ciara), Lora (Muris), Mallory (Angel), Jord (Hilora), Crystal (Sonny), and Sesario (Shelly) Kerradel; grandchildren, Beau, Kiara, Noboru and Haruo, Mesiual...

May 6, 2024

Linda L. Yates, 81, went home to be with her Lord Jesus May 6, 2024. She was born in Kansas City, MO to the late Ivan and Virginia (Powell) Lyon and worked at Akron City Hospital and local nursing homes as a nurse’s aid. She was also a member of Maranatha Bible Church, where she was involved in the...

May 5, 2024

Amelia (Faggos) Badonsky, 97, passed away May 5, 2024 in her home in Oceanside, CA. She was born in Akron, OH to the late Andrew and Katherine (Cesnak) Faggos. Amelia was a graduate of Akron Garfield High School and the University of Akron. She was a long-time member of St. John’s Lutheran Church (Wilbeth Rd.) where she worked as...

May 5, 2024

Louise C. (Disciscio) Henico, 93, passed away May 5, 2024. She was born in Hastings, PA to the late Joseph and Frances (Tullo) Disciscio, was a graduate of Cambria Heights High School in Hastings and was a former member of Annunciation Catholic Church in Akron.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her...

May 4, 2024

Wilfried Burunow, 70, passed away May 4, 2024. He was born in Horn, Germany to the late Wilhelm and Frieda (Rode) Burunow and was a 1973 Cuyahoga Falls High School graduate.

After graduation, Wil attended 4 years of trade school and became a skilled trade machinist, most recently working for Logan Machine. He was a member of...

Apr 30, 2024

Robert ‘Bob’ A. Weiss, 83, passed away April 30, 2024. He was born in Akron to the late William and Lillie (Goldstein) Weiss and was a Buchtel High School graduate. He went on to proudly serve his country in the United States Marine Corps and retired from General Tire (Continental Tire) with over 30 years of service.

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Apr 20, 2024

Mary Louise Farmer passed away April 20, 2024, just 8 days prior to her 80th birthday. She was born in Patton, PA to the late Michael and Susan(Getsy) Maczko and was a graduate of Central High School.

She is survived by her daughters, Monica and Mary; son-in0law Kirk, sisters, Catherine, Carol, and Dot; brother, John; and many...

Apr 20, 2024

Paula D. McQuillen, 66, passed away April 20, 2024. She was born in Fort Knox, Ky and was a lifelong Akron resident, graduating from Garfield High School in 1975.

She is survived by her son, Joseph; grandson, Alex; sisters, Connie, Katy and Melissa (Gary); and 5 nieces and nephews.

Paula lived her life as a...

Apr 19, 2024

Rakaya McMullen, 14, passed away April 19, 2024. She was born in Jamestown, PA and has been an Akron resident most of her life. Despite numerous health issues since birth, she was incredibly active in the community. She was part of Replay For Kids, the Dane Foundation and Miss Wheelchair USA, the Haven of Rest, and Calico.

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Apr 14, 2024

Marcine M. Lambach, 72, passed away April 14, 2024. She was born in Akron to the late Reo and Corrie (Bennett) Lepley, was a 1970 Central High School graduate, and retired from RCA Rubber Company with over 30 years of service.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Glenn and sister,...