Obituaries
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...
Ann Bradley
Sep 15, 2025
Ann Kaylor Bradley passed away on September 15, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her Brother and Sister in-law, Robert and Melody Kaylor and her parents Charles and Jean Kaylor and her Beloved Dog Abby.
She leaves behind her Nephew, Paul (Sarah) Kaylor and her Great Neices and Nephew Victoria, Delaney and Christian.
She became a Nurse early in...
Connie Dunbar
Sep 10, 2025
Connie Dunbar ( Smith ) passed away September 10, 2025.
She is Proceeded in death by her Parents Fonzo ( Dale) Smith and Roberta Smith and older Brother Robert Smith. She is survived by her husband of 38 years Carl Dunbar and her three daughters Christina , Michelle, Rebecca Dunbar, two grandchildren Timothy and Roshanna Alford, older Sister Janet Scott,...
Jane Embick
Sep 6, 2025
Jane Ann Embick, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2025. Born on June 29, 1956, Jane lived a life filled with love, laughter, and devotion to her family.
She shared 42 years of marriage with husband, James Embick Jr., and together they built a home rooted in love and warmth. Jane was the proud mother...
Michelle Minnich
Aug 29, 2025
With sadness, the family and friends of Michelle "Mush" R. Minnich (51), of Cleveland, Ohio, announce her passing on August 29, 2025. Born on July 25, 1974, Michelle was a bright, fun, generous, loving, and supportive friend to everyone in her life. She fiercely cared for her four children: Joshua Minnich; Spencer Dennis (wife Amy and grandson Hayden); Earl McMahon;...
Jennifer Fettler
Aug 29, 2025
Jennifer Lynn Fettler passed away peacefully August 29, 2025.
She is survived by her husband; Anthony Fettler Jr., Her daughters; Julie R. and Jamie N. Fettler, and her sister; Jacqueline (Floyd "Ed") L. Hoskins.
James Norman
Aug 18, 2025
James (Ed) Norman, September 18, 1939- August 18, 2025, of Dover, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on August 18, 2025. Ed was a well known electrician after graduating from college.
He was preceded in death by his parents Gay Dots and Woody Norman; his brothers Jack, John, Joe Norman; his sisters Jean and Mary. He is survived by his sister Connie...
Ronald Trent
Aug 17, 2025
Ronald Trent passed on August 17, 2025, at the age of 79.
His life was marked by quiet strength and a dedication to family.
He is survived by his children, Julia and Aaron, and his beloved grandchildren: Zyler, Rosella, Robin, Carolyn, and Christopher, great grandchildren: Lynden, Alyhra, Alex, Ty, Nova, and Benjamin. He leaves behind sisters: Patricia and Janice, and...
Subscribe
Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries
