Obituaries
Darlene Frances Petty
May 12, 2026
Darlene Frances Petty, 61, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2026, after an 8 year battle with breast cancer. She fought courageously, always keeping a smile on her face.
Darlene was born in Ravenna to the late Jeannie (Hicks) and Everett Petty. She was a lifelong resident of Ravenna and a 1987 graduate of Ravenna High School. Despite all the...
Tami Kirby
May 9, 2026
In Loving Memory of Tami Kirby 1/17/67-5/9/26
Sadly, we lost Tami on May 9 2026 after a long battle with ovarian cancer. She is survived by her best friend and husband, Keith, their three sons Joe (Amanda), Cody, and Dylan, her bonus children Mackenzie, Taylor, Rebecca, and Noah, and grandchildren Jaxon, Lacey, and Vera. Also missing their sister are siblings...
Danny Walter LaGuardia
May 7, 2026
Danny W. LaGuardia (Dan) age 65 passed away unexpectedly May 7 2026.Preceded in death by his son's Danny and Paul LaGuardia.With heavy hearts he is survived by his loving wife Tammie LaGuardia, son; Mike LaGuardia, Daughters; Nichole Brady, Kristie Waters, Liz Lamb., grandsons; Ryan and Randy Brady Granddaughters; Lexi, Ciara and Natalie and great grandson Cooper, And all other family...
James Allen Gibson
May 3, 2026
James Gibson, who always went by Jim, passed away on May 3rd, 2026, at the age of 72. He was, and always will be loved, by his devoted wife, Lisa, of 10 1/2 years, his step-children, Cassidy Shaffer-Smith, Blake Bullion, and Todd Bullion, his sister, Patti Gibson, and many other relatives and close friends.
Jim was preceded in death by...
Ronda Jean Fulks
Apr 29, 2026
Ronda Jean Fulks, 63, ended life's physical journey and began her spiritual journey on April 29, 2026. Her strength and determination has been inspiring during her five year battle against cancer.
Ronda was born April 13, 1963 in Massillon, Ohio. She graduated from Tuslaw High School in 1981. She was an employee of Sherwin-Williams in Massillon for 29 years,...
Robert Craig Young
Apr 25, 2026
Robert Craig Young, 68, of Akron, passed away peacefully Saturday April 25th 2026, surrounded by loving family.
Bob was born April 10th 1958 to proud parents William R. and Kathryn L. (Lemmon) Young, at Robinson Memorial Hospital in Ravenna, Ohio.
He was a unique and colorful soul who always brought his singular sense of levity to every situation,...
Charles David Miller
Apr 25, 2026
Charles "Dave" Miller, age 71, of New Franklin, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones after a long battle with cancer.
Dave proudly graduated from Coventry High School, Class of 1972. He retired from Firestone in Akron, where he worked as a Master Auto Technician. A true jack of all trades, Dave seemed to know how...
Michael Richard Fischmann
Apr 20, 2026
Michael Richard Fischmann, 61, of Barberton, Ohio, passed away on April 20, 2026, at SUMMA Health System-Akron following a brief illness. He was born on July 29, 1964, to the late Jacqueline and Richard Fischmann.
Michael was a graduate of Buchtel High School, Class of 1982. He spent many years working for America's Best Home Medical, delivering medical supplies. He...
Victor Magyar
Apr 17, 2026
Vic Magyar passed away, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, generosity, and deep love for his family and community. Though he faced many challenges throughout his life, he remained a giving soul who always found ways to help others-especially those experiencing homelessness. Known for his warm heart and his generous spirit, Vic had a smile that could light up a...
Donald Charles O'Malley
Apr 14, 2026
Donald Charles O'Malley was born 4/01/1954 , passed away peacefully at his home in Akron of nature causes on 4/14/2026. Don was a very good athlete growing up, and loved puzzles and math problems.
He grew to be an avid motorcycle repair man and an avid Harley Davidson rider. He met his wife Victoria Ripley 40 years ago. Victoria was...
Marylee Kathryn McKinnie
Apr 12, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Marylee Mckinnie (nee Furman), who departed this life on 4/12/2026 at the age of 72.
Marylee was a beloved daughter, sister, wife, stepmother, grandmother, aunt and friend whose kindness and warmth touched everyone who knew her. She was known for her love for animals and she brought joy to...
Robert E Whiteman
Apr 11, 2026
Robert (Bob) E.Whiteman
Age 70 passed away April 11,2026.
Son of late Robert F. Whiteman and Ella M. Whiteman/ Stinson.
Bob was very passionate about his Grandchildren, nieces, nephews, many cousins and his good long friend he called "Chuckie."
Bob enjoyed very much Motocross, playing guitar, camping, fishing and riding his 4 wheeler..He was a devoted Husband, father, uncle and...
David James Morehouse
Apr 1, 2026
David (Dave) James Morehouse, of Akron, Ohio, passed away at his home, surrounded by his family, on April 1, 2026, after a battle with Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD). Born on March 13, 1975, he was the beloved son of Connie Morehouse and the late David Alan Morehouse.
Dave was a devoted husband, father, son, and brother whose presence brought strength and...
William Anthony Kirkpatrick Jr
Mar 31, 2026
WILLIAM ANTHONY KIRKPATRICK JR, age 67, beloved husband of Michele for 46 years; father of Kelly Fasig (Kevin), Katie Opsitnick (Andy), and Ryan Kirkpatrick; grandfather to Tyler, Abby, Claire, and Ethan. Brother to Terry, Karen Metzker (Rich), Kevin (Tracy), and Lisa Krueger (Chris), son of the late William Anthony & Frances Kirkpatrick. Also survived by loving nieces, nephews, cousins and...
Karen Lynn Bland
Mar 28, 2026
Together Again, with the Love of Her Life
A reunion occurred in heaven this week. Karen L. Bland, 68, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2026 in the comfort of her home. Preceded in Death by her husband, Paul Terry Bland, of Akron, OH, they are together once again, in heaven.
She was born on December 29,...
Mary Virginia Lynam
Mar 26, 2026
Mary Virginia Lynam passed away peacefully on March 26, 2026 at Hudson Grande Senior Living. She was 96 years young.
Growing up in Maryville, MO, she moved to Corning, IA after her marriage to Francis Paul Lynam on April 12, 1952, before moving to Shenandoah and then Atlantic. She moved to Hudson, OH in 2023 to be closer to family.
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Debra Hollin-Oviatt
Mar 24, 2026
Debra Lee Hollin-Oviatt, the daughter of the late Everett Hollin and Henrya Hollin left this world on March 24, 2026. Debra was born September 10, 1952.She left behind the family she loved more than anything. She left friends and honorary family that she loved just as much. Everyone she met, wanted to be a part of her hemisphere and share...
Gayle Ann McHenry
Mar 22, 2026
Gayle Ann McHenry passed away on March 22nd, 2026 in Navarre, Ohio after a three year battle with pancreatic cancer. Gayle was born on October 9, 1959 in Massillon, Ohio to Gene Stauffer and Shirley Osborne Stauffer who have since passed along with her grandparents who owned the house she later bought in 2005 and made her forever home. She...
Sheri Gail Clark
Mar 22, 2026
Sheri Gail Clark (Miller), age 62, passed away peacefully in her home with her dogs Rocky and Bella by her side, her daughter Jennifer Clark (Miller), her sister Diana Krause (Miller), and fiancé John Koneval. She was a dedicated registered nurse for 40 years and devoted much of her time and energy to volunteering and supporting local animal shelters and...
Danielle Nicole Porter
Mar 17, 2026
Forever 33Danielle had the most gorgeous eyes and smile. She had a beautiful soul and was the life of the party.
She leaves behind her most precious gifts, her two boys, Lyric and Levi.
Preceded in death by both of her grandmothers who meant the world to her, Donna L Porter and Dory Ross. She is survived by her Mother...
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