Obituaries
Christine Louise Ravetta
Jan 26, 2026
Christine L. Ravetta, beloved daughter of Richard and Louise Ravetta, sister to Julie Hicks (Roger), Elizabeth Brown (Joseph) and Paul Ravetta, passed away on January 26, 2026. Christine was born in Norfolk, VA on August 28, 1964. She is preceded in death by her mother, Louise. Christine is aunt to Peri and Dana Hicks, and Porter (Jacqueline), Drew and Grace...
Debra Ruggeiri
Jan 18, 2026
Debra E. Ruggeiri. 72 of Akron, Ohio passed away at home on January 18th, 2026, from a short aggressive form of cancer. She is survived by her best friend of 40+ years, Lori Glenny (Akron), her stepmother, Charlotte Norman and her brothers Rick (Lisa) Ruggieri, Steven Ruggieri and sister Lisa Wyatt all residing in Tennessee, as well as several aunts,...
Joseph Pesciotta
Jan 16, 2026
Joseph Pesciotta, 89, of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio passed away peacefully at home on January 16, 2026. Joe was born in Jersey City, NJ on August 14, 1936 to Stephen and Esther (née Tregub) Pesciotta. As a first generation American, Joe was proud of his Italian and Jewish (Ukraine) heritage. He had nostalgic memories of his childhood years in North Bergen,...
Susan Darlene Sansom
Jan 15, 2026
Susan D. Sansom , age 68, passed away peacefully at her home on January 15, 2026. She was a lifelong resident of the Akron area and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
Susan dedicated 22 years of service to W.J. Rusco, where she was a valued and hardworking employee. Above all else, she was a...
William Swafford
Jan 13, 2026
William (Bill) Oliver Swafford III, 78, of Akron, passed away after a long illness.
William is survived by his wife of 53 years, Marchell, whom he met through correspondence while serving in the United States Navy. During his military service, William was awarded the Bronze Star in recognition of his dedication and bravery.
He is also survived by his sister,...
Roseann Eggleston
Jan 12, 2026
Roseann Eggleston (née Binic), age 73, passed away on January 12, 2026, in Barberton, Ohio.
Born on October 23, 1952, in Akron, Ohio, Roseann was the daughter of Edward and Elizabeth (Betty) Binic. She built a meaningful life rooted in dedication to her family, her profession, and her passions.
Roseann devoted her career to healthcare education as a clinical instructor...
Herman Matthews
Jan 11, 2026
Herman Edward Matthews Jr., age 58, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on January 11, 2026, after a battle with cancer.He was born on January 10, 1968. He carried a natural humor that brought laughter to those around him."God gave you a fingerprint that no one else has, so you can leave an imprint that no one else can."He was preceded...
William Lemmon
Jan 7, 2026
William "Bill" Carl Lemmon, 70, of Diamond, OH, passed away on January 7, 2026, at Portage County UH Hospital from health complications, battling cancer. He was born on January 27, 1955, in Akron, Ohio, to William A. and Janet Lemmon, and lived a life grounded in faith, family, hard work, and creativity.
Bill was a devoted father of three sons,...
Judith Eisenhart
Jan 7, 2026
Judith A Eisenhart “Judy” was born on September 4, 1939 and left peacefully to begin her new life on January 7, 2026.
She graduated from Buchtel High School and attended Kent State University before having a rewarding career working for over 50 years as a medical assistant for two area physicians. She was one of the original professional board members of...
Arlene Roland
Jan 2, 2026
Arlene Helen Roland (nee Wozniak), aged 82, of Hudson, Ohio; died on Friday, January 2, 2026 in hospice care at Akron City Hospital. She was born in Chardon, Ohio on December 25, 1943, to Joseph and Helen (nee Twarogowski) Wozniak. She joins her parents and siblings: Raymond, Frank, Alfred, Mary, Nancy, James, and Kathryn; and much loved granddaughter, Amanda, in...
John Hood
Jan 2, 2026
John Robert Hood Jr. (Bob) was born on April 15, 1940, in Akron, Ohio to the late John Robert Hood Sr. and Mildred (Baun) Hood. He passed away January 2, 2026. He leaves behind son Mike (Shawn) Hood, Daughters Karen (Harry) Boyer and Belinda (Jim) Fox, grandchildren Kaitlyn (Jordan) Tomazich, Laura Hood, Justin Fox, Harry (Harlee) Boyer, Harley (Austin) Turner,...
Theodore Leonard
Dec 31, 2025
Theodore H. Leonard, age 82, of Cleveland, Ohio, went home to his Lord and Savior on December 31, 2025. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio on November 2, 1943 to the late Theodore and Catherine Marie Leonard (nee Healy). Theodore was the beloved husband of Sharon Elaine (nee Jackson); brother of the late George Leonard; cherished father of Catherine Alberty...
Clifton Blackwell
Dec 25, 2025
Clifton Hughs Blackwell Jr, 66, of New Philadelphia Ohio, passed peacefully surrounded by family on December 25th, 2025. Born in Dover Ohio on February 20th, 1959, he graduated from New Philadelphia high school in 1978. He worked on oil rigs and bridges throughout most of his adult life and enjoyed fishing and working on vehicles. He is survived by his...
Ezra Kelley
Dec 25, 2025
Born January, 1949 In Akron, Oh to Ezra and Mary Francis Kelley.
He attended Akron Public Schools, graduating from Hower Vocational. He attended the National Institute of Technology in electrical works.
He loved to play cards and shoot pool and Loved his Cleveland Browns, win or lose.
He is preceded in death by his Parents and Brothers; Bobby Collins and...
Christopher Fiala
Dec 23, 2025
Christopher Fiala, age 58, passed away on December 23, 2025. He was born on September 4, 1967.
Chris was a devoted husband to his wife, Carolyn, and together they built a home rooted in love, care, and generosity. Their marriage was central to Chris's life, and he took great pride in the family and home they shared.
Chris was an incredibly giving...
William D. Kaylor
Dec 21, 2025
William "Bill" Daniel Kaylor passed away peacefully on December 21, 2025 at the Inn at Northwood Village in Dover, Ohio. Bill was born on December 15, 1945 in Mount Vernon, Ohio, the son of Ronald E. Kaylor and Sarah Ann (Jenkins) Kaylor. He graduated from Perry High School in Massillon, Ohio with the Class of 1963. He attended The Ohio...
Sandra Boykin
Dec 20, 2025
Sandra 'Sandy' Boykin, 65, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2025. She was born in Akron, Ohio, to the late Artley and Eliese Boykin. Sandy graduated from Central High School and later pursued her education in the medical field, going on to work for Summa Hospital for 26 years. She enjoyed spending time with family, watching her "shows" and hitting...
Mary Ann Pribula
Dec 19, 2025
Mary Ann Pribula, age 78, of Streetsboro, passed away peacefully at her home on December 19, 2025.
Mary Ann was born to Steve and Mary Krajcirik, both of whom preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Steve Krajcirik.
She is survived by her loving daughters, Kimberly Mudery and Lisa Markham. She was a cherished...
Marilynn Kacsanek
Dec 17, 2025
Marilynn Anita "Burfy" Kacsanek, born June 9, 1957, in Akron, Ohio, was a lifelong resident of the city she loved. On Wednesday, December 17, 2025, Marilynn passed away peacefully, surrounded by the greatest joy of her life-her four children.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Olive Debarr; her father, William Wilson; and her sister, Janet Riggs.
Marilynn leaves...
Susan Holder
Dec 13, 2025
Susan I. Holder, 76, passed away on December 13, 2025. She was born at Akron City Hospital on August 29, 1949 to Bruce and Hazel (Emrich) McChesney. Susan was the oldest of 3 daughters to Bruce and Hazel followed by Carol McChesney and Nancy McChesney DeHoff. They grew up in Uniontown, Ohio. Susan spent most of her time at the...
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