Obituaries

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....

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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....

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...

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,...

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...

Dec 7, 2023

Edward John Maloney, 77, passed away December 7, 2023. He was born in Akron to the late Edward and Esther (Kennedy) Maloney, was a 1964 Hoban High School graduate, and retired from First Merit Bank with 39 years of service.

In addition to his parents, Edward was preceded in death by his wife, Melanie and is survived...

Nov 30, 2023

George “Kelly” Robert Callahan, 85, passed away peacefully at home November 30, 2023. He was born in Springfield, Massachusetts on March 7, 1938 to the late Edward Paul and Anna (Habig) Callahan and moved to Akron as a teen.

George was a North High School graduate and a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. He retired...

Nov 27, 2023

Louise L. Hubbard, 97, born in Bondtown, Virginia on August 24, 1926, passed away peacefully November 27, 2023.

Louise was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence; daughter, Sue; and son, Steve. She is survived by her son, Mike; grandchildren, Jimmy, Cindy, Bryan, Troy and Alisha; and 8 great-grandchildren.

Private burial was held at Greentown...

Nov 19, 2023

Joel Rivera-Hernandez, 46, passed away November 19, 2023. He was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, moved to the United States and joined the US Army. He worked for the Akron Public Schools at both Mason Elementary and Rimer Elementary, where he was loved by the students.

He is survived by his parents, Nydia (Jorge) Rivera-Hernandez; children,...

Nov 17, 2023

Joyce Church, 76, passed away November 17, 2023. She was born in Barberton to the late Thomas and Evelyn Lyle and was a lifelong resident.

Preceded in death by her husband, Dean; son, Timothy; and brother, David Lyle, she is survived by her children, Donald, Jason and Lorrae; and grandchildren, Timothy II, David, Brittany, Michaelann and Mike....

Nov 16, 2023

William F. Senne, 76, passed away November 16, 2023. He was born in Akron to the late Herbert S. and Pearl Ruth (Clement) Senne, was a 1965 graduate of Buchtel High School and was a proud Lieutenant in the US Army.

He leaves behind his best friend Tracy Jubara and her husband, John.

A graveside...

Nov 15, 2023

Mabel L. Rosier, 89, passed away peacefully November 15, 2023. She was born in Akron to the late William and Doris (Washburn) Singleton and was a Copley High School graduate.

Mabel worked for American Greetings and was an active member of AARP. She enjoyed camping, hiking and boating with her family, traveling, bowling with her husband Jim...

Nov 12, 2023

William “Bill” Northcraft, 92, passed away November 12, 2023. He was born in Elyria, OH to the late William and Gladys (Kirtley) Northcraft and retired as a foreman from Mount Peace Cemetery with 31 years of service. Bill was a long-time member of Wedgewood United Methodist Church and a 30-year member of the Lions Club.

In addition...

Nov 10, 2023

Melissa B. “Missi” Mullins, 39, passed away November 10, 2023 after a nearly yearlong battle with cancer. She was born in Akron and was a 2002 Norton High School graduate. Melissa loved Disney (especially The Little Mermaid), animated films, Garth Brooks and her cats.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Mary; infant son, Michael; and...

Nov 9, 2023

June Marie Powell, 64, passed away November 9, 2023. She was born in Natrona Heights, PA to the late William and Betty (Becchi) Powell, was a Natrona Heights High School graduate and was a proud veteran of the US Army.

Cremation has taken place and burial with military honors will be held at Ohio Western Reserve National...