Ella May Harvilic
Apr 11, 2024
Ella May Harvilic, 86, a woman of many accomplishments, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2024. Born in Weston, WV, to the late Henry and Anna (Burkhammer) Curtis, she was a proud graduate of Weston High School. Ella's dedication was evident in her years of service as a carrier at the Stow Post Office, a role she retired from....
Mary H. Cintula
Mar 28, 2024
Mary H. Cintula, 66, passed away March 28, 2024. She was born in Clay County, WV to the late Walter and Cybil (Burton) McGivitt and was a wonderful mother, grandmother and sister.
She is survived by her daughters, Lisa and Tammy; grandchildren, Brandon and Katelyne; and sister, Carol Bailey.
Cremation has taken place and there...
Matthew P. Waszkiewicz
Mar 28, 2024
“It Is What It Is”
Matthew P. Waszkiewicz, 56, passed away March 28, 2024. He was born in Akron to the late Paul and Candace (Vaughn), was a highly skilled carpenter, and worked with his close friend Alex for 32 years.
Matthew had a zest for life, was a renowned jokester … and loved his...
Mary Lee Briggs
Mar 24, 2024
Gracious and graceful, kind and loving – these traits were obvious to all that met Mary. But there were many facets to this beautiful gem. Mary was stylish but classic. She was gentle but fierce. She was serious but loved to have fun. She was smart but blonde. She was the queen, but humble. She was the best friend,...
Frances M. Morris
Mar 19, 2024
Frances M. Morris, 67, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family March 19, 2024. She was born in Akron to the late Clayton and Thelma (McCollum) Bartenschlag and retired from the Summit County Sheriff’s Office with 30 years of service as a 9-1-1 dispatcher.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by...
Doris M. Saloiye
Mar 17, 2024
Doris M. Saloiye, 85, passed away March 17, 2024. She was born in Akron to the late Pat and Mary (Keim) Corbett, was a Garfield High School graduate, and worked for General Tire for many years.
Doris was a devout wife, mother and grandmother whose family meant everything to her. She will be deeply missed.
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Stephen Donnell Saunders
Feb 9, 2024
Stephen Donnell Saunders, 81, passed away February 9, 2024. He was born in Waturbury, CT to the late Ernest and Sarah (Donnell) Saunders and was a Vietnam veteran with the United States Air Force.
Stephen retired from General Motors and was owner and operator of S & M Trucking.
In addition to his parents, he...
Dennis "Denny" M. Lowe
Feb 2, 2024
Dennis M. “Denny” Lowe, 74, passed away peacefully at his home February 2, 2024. He was born in Akron to the late George and Eva (Lamb) Lowe and was an Ellet High School graduate.
Denny was a proud veteran of the United States Navy and along with his wife Brenda, was the co-founder of the Scorchers restaurant...
Audra C. Pratt
Jan 31, 2024
Audra C. Pratt, 75, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2024. Born in Gassaway, WV, to the late John and Joanne (Cogar) Armstrong, she was also preceded in death by her brothers, Michael and Patrick. Audra's life was marked by compassion, dedication, and unwavering love. As an office manager in a private doctor’s practice and later at Summa Health...
Dolores E. Stone
Jan 28, 2024
Dolores E. Stone, 89, passed away January 28, 2024. She was born in Akron to the late Owen and Leona (Lotze) Hill, worked as a unit supervisor for Children’s Services, and was a former member of Celebration Church (previously Evangel Temple).
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Gilbert; son, Larry;...
Christy M. Lautzenheiser
Jan 7, 2024
Christy M. Lautzenheiser, 89, passed away January 7, 2024. She was born in Canton, OH to the late Calvin and Bernice (Foltz) Lillie and was a bus driver for Field Local Schools for over 10 years.
Christy was a long-time, active member of South Arlington United Methodist Church, where she served every leadership position within the church....
Leroy James Wurm
Jan 5, 2024
Leroy James Wurm
We mourn the unexpected loss of our beloved Leroy, who passed Friday, January 5, 2024.
Those who mourn but celebrate his life are his wife, Donna; daughter Rae Ann (James) Szakmeister; grandson, Samuel (Kristen) Szakmeister; sister, Leona (Wurm) Wadsworth; brother-in-law, Ronald N. Shaffer; and many nieces and nephews whom Leroy loved very...
William C. Hindman
Jan 5, 2024
William C. Hindman, 85, passed away January 5, 2024. Born in Akron, OH, William was the son of William Carrington Sr. and Christine Bell (Fye) Hindman. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Rozanne; son, Steve Hindman; and sister, Marlene Lemley. He is survived by his daughters, Susan (E. Jay) Robson and Marilea...
Tina Marie Savage
Jan 3, 2024
Our beloved Tina Marie Savage, 44, passed away January 3, 2024. She was born in Akron and was a 1998 Springfield High School graduate. She accomplished a rare high school double, winning state championships in both basketball and softball. She was named 1st team all Ohio and earned a full ride scholarship to Rollins College in Florida where she...
Russell Lee Shambach Sr.
Dec 31, 2023
Russell Lee Shambach Sr., 94, passed away after a brief illness December 31, 2023 with his loving wife, Arlene and family by his side. A Christmas Baby, he was born December 25, 1929 to the late James C and Anna B (Young) Shambach. Russell was a member of the Edinburg United Church for 81 years, where he was married...
Balazs "Apu" Varga
Dec 23, 2023
Balazs “Apu” Varga, 87, passed away peacefully December 23, 2023. He was born in Vitka, Hungary to the late Sandor and Julianna (Kiraly) Varga and was a United States resident since 1967.
Balazs worked for Reuther Mold, the Ford Motor Company in Australia and retired from Goodyear with 25 years of service. He was a member of...
Jane B. Bowser
Dec 22, 2023
Jane B. Bowser, 85, passed away December 22, 2023. She was born March 11, 1938, in Pulaski, TN to the late John D. and Alma (Nelson) Butler.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Glenn; sisters, Dorothy Greer and Frances Shannon; and brothers, John M., William P., and Robert A....
Genevieve A. Greathouse
Dec 20, 2023
Genevieve A. Greathouse, 75, passed away December 20, 2023. She was born in Akron to the late Harold and Sarah (Adcock) Rogers and was a lifelong, active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
Genevieve was active in the community as founder and director of the clothing center for the social services department...
Joseph J. Dobo
Dec 17, 2023
Joseph J. Dobo, known to his family and friends alike as “Joe”, went Home to the Lord on December 17th, 2023 with his son, David and beloved dog Toby at his side.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 42 years, Mary Beth, and his parents and sisters. He leaves behind David and Toby,...
Ruth May Smith
Dec 15, 2023
On Friday, December 15, 2023, Ruth May Smith passed away unexpectedly at the age of 76. Born in Akron on February 18, 1947, she, along with her husband, Reverend Raymond “Bud” Smith, founded Harvestime Apostolic Temple in Hartville, where she served as Pastor’s wife and Sunday School Secretary for over 44 years and sang in the Harvestime Trio for...
