Obituaries
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...
Jodilyn Roberts
Aug 16, 2025
Jodilyn Marie Roberts of Akron, Ohio passed away on August 16, 2025 at the age of 43. Born on July 31, 1982, she brought laughter and warmth to all who knew her.
Jodi was preceded in death by her mother, Rosemary Roberts, stepmother, Robin Thrasher, and sisters, Britney and Ashley Decker.
She is lovingly survived by her parents, Brett Decker,...
Marilyn Ann May
Aug 14, 2025
Marilyn Ann May, 80, of Fairlawn went home to be with the Lord on August 14, 2025. She was born on September 11, 1944, to Alice Mae and Donald G May in Akron. Having been a resident of Akron, she also lived in Kitzengen, Germany and North Canton.
She enjoyed attending her church at St. Paul's Episcopal Church. When she was...
Katlyn Moore
Aug 14, 2025
Katlyn Renee Moore (Katie Bug) passed away suddenly and unexpectedly surrounded by her family on August 14th, 2025.
Born on March 20th, 1995, in Akron OH to Kellie Deutsch and Carl Moore Sr. Katie is survived by her parent's and her little brother Carl Moore Jr, her boyfriend Kevin, dog Conon and many aunts, Uncles, Cousins, and her beloved Poppy.
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Jeffrey Barker
Aug 14, 2025
A life that sparked wonder, laughter, and love
Jeffrey Robert Barker's life was a tapestry of deep roots and bold new chapters - from a farmhouse in Orrville, Ohio, to the quiet hills of West Virginia. He was a man of wit, work, and wonder. As an ENTP, Jeff never stopped exploring ideas, possibilities, and people's hearts. With one question...
Rosia Kolbs
Aug 12, 2025
Blessed are those that mourn, for they shall be comforted - Matthew 5:4
Rosia Mae (Butler) Kolbs, affectionately called "Rose", departed this world on August 12, 2025. Ask not, how she died, but how she lived.
Rosia was the eldest of three children born to the late Emmett and Lillie Pearl Butler (nee Skanes), on June 8th, 1949, in Luverne,...
Dennis Zbinden
Aug 12, 2025
Dennis "Denny" Frank Zbinden, 81, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away on August 12, 2025, after a long illness. Born in Massillon, he spent most of his life in the area. Denny attended Jackson High School and dedicated much of his career to working as a car mechanic. He was also a self-made entrepreneur, taking on many other trades throughout his...
Sharon Arnett
Aug 6, 2025
Sharon "Shari" Arnett (Rowand), 56, of Cadiz, Ohio, peacefully passed away on August 6, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones.
Born on September 20, 1968, in Fairmont, WV, Shari was the cherished daughter of Cleo "Walter" and Sarah (Disbro) Rowand. She graduated from East Fairmont High School in 1986, carrying with her a kind heart and a bright spirit that...
Darrell Lister
Aug 5, 2025
A Celebration of Life
Darrell Leon Lister, 52 years of age, of Massillon, Ohio passed on August 5th, 2025, after an illness had taken its course.
Darrell was born in Henderson, Texas to Diane Beall-Lacy on February 4th, 1973. Darrell loved being a country boy from Texas; he was very proud of his family and hometown and was a huge...
John V. McDowell, Jr.
Aug 5, 2025
John V. McDowell Jr., 98, passed away on August 5, 2025 in Akron OH. Johnny was born on November 1, 1926 in Barberton to Vance and Jeanette McDowell. He graduated from Kenmore High School in 1944, then joined the U.S. Navy where he served as a hospital apprentice 1st Class through the end of World War II. From 1948 to...
Gary Boggs
Aug 1, 2025
Gary Boggs, 60 years old of Malvern, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on Friday August 1,2025. Gary was born to William Russ Boggs Sr., and Ada Jean Boggs on October 23, 1964 in Akron, Ohio. Gary grew up in Akron and Norton and graduated from Norton High School.He spent much of his life in Akron and Barberton as maintenance manager and...
Lyn Cooper-Reagan
Aug 1, 2025
Lyn Cooper-Reagan, 78, of Newton Falls, Ohio passed away August 1, 2025. Born March 7, 1947 in Akron, Ohio to Lesel and Gertrude (Vannoy) Cole. Preceded in death by her husband of 16 years Ronald Reagan, sons Michael Scot and Frankie.
Loving mother to Kari McKee, Stepson Jason (Christy) Kays, mother-in law to Anisa Cooper. Playful and adoring grandmother to...
Patricia Arnold
Jul 31, 2025
In Loving Memory of Patrica Ann Arnold.
Nov 12, 1941 - July 31, 2025.
Patricia "Pat" passed away peacefully on July 31, 2025, with her family by her side in Uniontown, Ohio.
Pat was born on Nov 12, 1941, in Missoula Montana and moved to Akron as a child. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Pat had...
Denise Renner
Jul 27, 2025
Denise Kayle Renner, of Akron, Ohio, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on July 27, 2025, at the age of 70. Born on March 6, 1955, in Garfield Heights, Ohio, Denise lived a life full of quiet grace, gentle kindness, and a deep love for nature and those she held close.
She was preceded in death by her father, Raymond Renner;...
David Ruman
Jul 21, 2025
David Lee Ruman, 76, of Akron, died unexpectedly Monday, July 21, 2025.
David was born July 7,1949 in Massillon, OH, to Steve and Nellie (Chovan) Ruman and spent his life in the Akron area, graduating from Ellet High School. He served in the U.S. Army from 1969-1972 and was stationed in Thailand. After returning home, he partnered with his father...
Tammy Coffee
Jul 18, 2025
Tammy Jo Coffee (néeWright), born on November 18, 1964, in Akron, Ohio, passed away on July 18, 2025, in her hometown of Akron. She was 60 years old
She is lovingly remembered by her husband, Robert Coffee Jr., who stood by her side through life's many seasons. Tammy was a devoted mother to Katie Wright and Timothy Wright, and a cherished...
Patrick Byrne
Jul 7, 2025
Patrick Lockert Byrne Passed away peacefully on 7/7/2025 at the age of 70. Father to Terianne Violet Siegfried (Byrne) and Sean Lockert Byrne. Preceded in death by his Father Terrence Lockert Byrne, mother Violet Marie Byrne (Plunkett), and brother Timothy Paul Byrne.
Patrick Byrne was born in Toledo Ohio
5/12/1955. He came from a large military family of 6 kids....