Obituaries
Shelli Newman
Nov 7, 2025
Shelli Ann Newman, 40, passed away on November 7, 2025 in Copley, Ohio. Born on May 25, 1985, in Fairfax, Virginia, Shelli was the beloved only child of Deborah Butler Newman and Joseph E. Newman.
Shelli's early years were filled with energy and creativity. From fourth grade through her senior year of high school, she was a dedicated majorette before...
Steve Reitz
Nov 3, 2025
Steve Reitz, born July 7, 1936, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2025. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Linda, and his second wife, Jackie.
He is survived by his loving children: Chris Davis, Paul and Kelly Reitz, Eric Reitz and his wife Amber Anderson. Steve was a proud grandfather to six grandchildren-Mandy and Luke Gaskins, Emily...
Lorraine Lesko (nee Fridrich)
Oct 30, 2025
Beloved wife of Michael; Beloved mother of Michael, Christian Noernberg (Becca), Laura Zizka (David) and the late Michele; Dearest daughter of the late William (Marilyn) and the late Marie Fridrich; Dearest sister of Diane Reese (Richard) and the late Marilyn Habian; Dear aunt of three; grandmother of six; great-grandmother of seven, passed away on October 30, 2025
She graduated from...
Donna Williams
Oct 29, 2025
In Loving Memory of Donna Jean Williams December 21, 1943 - October 29, 2025
Donna Jean Williams, 81, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2025. Born on December 21, 1943, to the late Gene and Irene (Scarberry) Sayre and lived in the Akron area for most of her life. Donna lived a life full of unique experiences...
Dennis Franklin
Oct 29, 2025
In Loving Memory of Dennis Charles Franklin, Sr.Dennis Charles Franklin, Sr. passed away surrounded by the love of his devoted family, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, laughter, and unconditional love that touched everyone who knew him.Born with a heart as big as his smile, Dennis never met a stranger. His gift was connection - whether with family, friends, or...
Michael Murphy
Oct 28, 2025
Michael Murphy ("Murf") entered the cosmos on October 28, leaving behind a massive void for everyone who was lucky enough to know him. He was one of the most compassionate people around and was always there to lend a hand, a laugh, or a listening ear. He is survived by his devoted wife of 51 years, Kathleen (nee Sklar), and...
Diane Howell
Oct 24, 2025
Diane Howell (Ramsell) of Streetsboro, born August 4, 1955, passed away after battling cancer on October 24, 2025. Survived by her beloved husband Trace Howell, mother Dolores Ramsell, children Paul Zupancic, Amy Woofer, Terrence Peters, Janet Howell, Bubba Howell and ten grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Brother's Tommy Ramsell, Timmy Ramsell, sister's Peggy Kinter, Debbie Jones. Diane was preceded in...
Pamela Sears
Oct 18, 2025
Pamela "Pam" Ann (Harbison) Sears, aged 68 years, of Akron, OH left this earth to be with the Lord on October 18, 2025.
Pam was born on January 28,1957 in Akron, OH to Budd and Mary (Craddock) Harbison.
Pam was an active member of West Hill Baptist Church, serving in children's ministry for many years. Her passion was to share...
James Pride
Oct 13, 2025
James Edward Pride, 78, of Akron went home to be with the lord on October 13, 2025. He was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather. He is survived in death by his wife, Sherry Pride, his sons, James Pride II and Eric Pride and by his daughter Susanne Coleman and his step-daughter Tana Wiland. He is also survived by an...
Debra Betzing
Oct 12, 2025
Debra (Debbie) A. Betzing, 73 of Akron, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2025, to be reunited with the love of her life, June.
She was born on February 3, 1952 in Wadsworth, to Robert and Barbara Ann (Troyan) Seeley.
She graduated from Cuyahoga Valley Christen Academy in 1970, which was the first graduating class.
Debbie was a very heartfelt...
Michael Schember
Sep 29, 2025
Michael R. Schember, beloved father, stepfather, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2025, at the age of 67.
He is survived by his lifelong partner, Kathy Kidd, with whom he shared over 20 years of love, life's ups and downs, and countless memories; his son, Dustyn Schember; stepdaughters Ladawn Young and Lori Young; his brother and best friend, Tony...
William Hall
Sep 28, 2025
William Douglas Hall was born on August 12, 1929, in Mantua, Alabama. He moved to Cleveland, Ohio, as a young man, following other family members in search of work and better opportunities. Before joining the military in 1951, he was able to buy a truck and began light hauling, as he had learned in Alabama hauling pulpwood.
He met and...
Jacob (Jake) Christopher Goran
Sep 25, 2025
Forever Our Hero - Our Son, Our Brother, Our Friend
In Loving Memory of Jacob (Jake) Christopher Goran
August 25, 1989 - September 25, 2025
Jacob "Jake" Christopher Goran, age 36, passed away peacefully at his home in Wellington on September 25, 2025.
Born on August 25, 1989, Jake grew up in Wellington, Ohio, and throughout his life also lived...
Robert Garey
Sep 24, 2025
Robert was born July 19,1952. Born in Ravenna Ohio. Preceded in death by wife Rose in 2023 and daughter Antoinette in 2022. Parents Robert Garey Sr. And Annabelle Long. Brother Ronald Garey and sister Lori Long. He leaves sister Charlotte Hinkle (Harold) and Walter Long Jr. Many nieces and nephews and cousins. Robert graduated from Hower trade in 1970 and...
Stephanie Ahmed
Sep 23, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Stephanie Ahmed (Wigfield). A Beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend. Stephanie was born on Nov 24, 1984 and was called to rest by her heavenly father on Sep 23,2025.
Stephanie's warm and nurturing spirit touched the lives of all those she came into contact with. She leaves...
Wesley Packer
Sep 22, 2025
It is with great sadness I relate the passing of Wesley L. Packer 91 (11/16/33 - 9/22/2025).
Wesley was born in Worland Wyoming. Through out his career he resided in Dumas, TX - Greensboro, NC - Akron & Munroe Falls OH. He was preceded in death by his Parents Oliver and Flora Packer and sister Bonnie Baker and beloved wife,...
Donna Yonkouski
Sep 19, 2025
Donna Mae Yonkouski, aged 87, of N. Ridgeville, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on September 19, 2025. Born on July 30, 1938, in Peoria, Illinois, she was the daughter of William and Adelaide Schlis.Growing up in Peoria with her two siblings, Donna excelled in her studies and extracurricular activities, graduating from the Academy of Our Lady in 1956. During her high...
Matthew Palmer
Sep 18, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Matthew Stephen Palmer, who went home to be with the Lord on September 18, 2025, at the age of 54. Born on November 26, 1970, Matt was a beloved son, brother, father, uncle and friend.
Matt lived a life full of joy and purpose, and his compassionate spirit will...
Diane Hendrix
Sep 18, 2025
Diane Hendrix, 76, went to be with the Lord September 18, 2025 after a long illness. Preceded in death by our father Roger in 2020 after 52 years of marriage, her parents Charles and Shirley Bogdanovich and brother Tom Bogdanovich.
She was born in Akron, Ohio and attended Coventry High School. After graduation, she married her high school sweetheart. She...
William Rochford
Sep 16, 2025
William (Bill) Sheldon Rochford Jr. was born July 5,1941 in Gary IN to William and Martha Rochford. He lost his battle to cancer on September 16, 2025 at the age of 84. He is survived by his daughter Tia Rochford Bahr. He was the oldest child of six children and survived by his brothers Patrick, Greg and Mark. Preceded in...
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