Obituaries
Tracy Phillips
Oct 2, 2022
Ms. Tracy Lynn Phillips, age 57, passed away on October 2, 2022. She was born in Butler, PA to the late Irving Davis and Donna Phillips. Tracy was preceded in death by her parents; her son, Willie James Howard III; brothers, William Jr., and Ronald Phillips Jr. She is survived by her partner, Willie James Howard Jr.; sons, David Phillips,...
Charlie Primes
Sep 16, 2022
Ms. Charlie Mae Primes, age 82, passed away on September 16, 2022. She was born in Adel, Georgia to the late Charles and Sarah Hall. Along with her parents, Charlie was preceded in death by her sons, Michael and Christopher Primes; and two grandson, Kameron McKenzie and Marcus Primes. She is survived by her sister, Connie Henry; two daughters, Sharlene...
Marie Moore
Sep 15, 2022
Marie P. Moore, age 76 of Akron, OH passed away on Thursday, September 15, 2022. She was born in Dublin Ireland on April 20, 1946 to the late Richard and Margaret Smith. Marie's hobbies included container gardening, musical concerts, traveling and spending time with family and friends. Marie retired from Summa Hospital after two decades of service in their...
James Smith
Sep 12, 2022
James "Jimmy" Robert Smith, age 56, passed away on September 12, 2022. He was born in Spencer, West Virginia to Billy Smith and the late Anna Smith. Jimmy is survived by his father, Billy Smith; sister, Teresa (Jim) Perry; brothers, Steve (Damita) Smith, and Billy (Jenni) Smith; nephew, James (Beth) Perry; niece, Heather (Remy) Perry, and Hannah (Richard) Morris;...
Robert Gross
Aug 27, 2022
Robert C. Gross (Bob), born March 4, 1939 in Akron, Ohio, died August 27, 2022. He attended Buchtel High School, Class of 57, and Bowling Green State University. He was an Army Veteran, 1961 to 1964, serving in Okinawa, Japan. He owned Bob Gross Garden Center and opened one of the first stores at Quaker Square, Four Seasons Gift Shop....
Ryan Paul
Aug 27, 2022
Ryan C. Paul, age 46, exited this life on his own terms, at home in Akron with his mother at his side. He was born in Akron on March 4, 1976, to Raymond (deceased) and Melissa Sheldon Paul. Ryan will be missed by cousins, aunts, uncles, and friends. Chef, musician, artist, and writer, he was quick with the wry...
Marion Lostetter
Aug 26, 2022
Friday the 26th of August 2022, Marty Lostetter took her last breath surrounded by loved ones. She celebrated her 90th birthday June 5th, 2022. She was a 1st generation American born to Michael and Mary Burkhardt in 1932. She joined her husband, James Lostetter and daughter Michelle Lostetter in eternal rest. She is survived by her sister Theresa Ferguson...
Daniel Dietrich
Aug 25, 2022
Daniel George Dietrich, age 56, of Cleveland, Ohio, has passed away on August 25th. He was married for 37 years to the love of his life, Linda Dietrich (Latran) who he referred to as, The Champ. He was Papa to his 3 redheaded girls, Amanda Dietrich, Jennifer Jindra (Dietrich), and Colleen Dietrich (Bing). He is outlived by his 5...

Anthony Pless
Aug 25, 2022
Anthony Ricardo made his appearance on July 26, 1955 in Cleveland, Ohio. Born to the late Pinkie Patricia & Sherman Pless, Anthony received his education in the Cleveland Metropolitan Schools until he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in 1974. In 1978 he married the love of his life, Tisha. To that Union was born two children, Danielle...
Christopher Green
Aug 24, 2022
Christopher Lee Green age 48 of Sarasota, Florida, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday August 24th 2022 after a long courageous battle of heart and diabetes complications. He was born in Akron, Ohio on January 27, 1974. Christopher survived by the love of his life of 25 years Laura Renee' Cunningham, his Beautiful Daughters Constance Lee and Lydia Mae' Green,...
Gene Knierien
Aug 23, 2022
Mr. Gene Knierien, age 92, passed away on August 23, 2022. He was born in Barberton, Ohio to William and Cora Knierien. Gene retired from the Navy with 22 years of service. Gene is survived by his wife, Shirley Knierien of Wadsworth. They were happily married for 37 years. Gene is also survived by step-daughters, Debra (Thomas) Mumaw of...
L. Wayne Vanaman
Aug 19, 2022
Mr. L. Wayne Vanaman, age 79, passed away on August 19, 2022. He was born in Akron, OH to Malcolm and Edna Vanaman. Wayne married Nancy Cambria of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio on October 15, 1960. Wayne was preceded in death by his daughter Debbie. He is survived by his wife Nancy of 61 years of Ravenna, OH; his children,...
Christopher Morelock
Aug 5, 2022
Christopher Allen Morelock "Sweaty", age 49, of Akron, Ohio, was born on November 6, 1972, to Allen and Debra Morelock. Chris was a graduate of Kenmore High School, and a father of three wonderful children, twins, Chad Michael, Chase Allen; and daughter, Kasey Nicole. His greatest accomplishments were his children and being a "Grampy" to his granddaughter, Layla Loree....

Louise Jurkiewicz
Aug 4, 2022
LOUISE L. JURKIEWICZ (nee Torkowski), beloved wife of the late Alfred J., dear mother of Benedict (deceased), Mary Louise Jurkiewicz (Jeffrey Beckstrom) and Jody Ann Kocsis (Benjamin); loving grandmother of Alfred Beckstrom, Louise Beckstrom (Alex Johnson) and Stephen Kocsis; dear sister of Benita Mocilinikar and Mary Oranski (Jeffries); cherished aunt to many. Family and friends are invited to a Memorial...
Larry Caley
Jul 27, 2022
Larry John Caley, age 72, was born on November 8, 1949 and passed away on July 27, 2022 Preceded in death by son, father, mother, and brother; he is survived by, son, Steven (Linda) Caley; daughters, Crista and Trish; brother, Carl; grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He loved fishing and wood working and he will be missed. There will be a...
Toni Westover
Jul 25, 2022
Toni Marie Westover 34, Beloved Daughter, Sister, Mother, and Aunt was unexpectedly taken from us and went home to be with the Lord on Monday July 25th 2022. Toni was born and raised in Akron and was a Medical Assistant. She was a joyful person who loved to help people, craft, shop, and bake. Toni was very proud to be...
Virginia Dotson
Jul 22, 2022
Virginia "Ginny" Dotson, age 79, passed away on July 22, 2022 at the Gardens at Liberty Park in Streetsboro after a short illness. Ginny was born in New Brunswick, New Jersey and was preceded in death by her parents Joseph and Kathryn Bonanno and her brother, Justin "Butch" Bonanno. Ginny was a lifelong resident of Ravenna where she graduated...
Bert Kelsey
Jul 20, 2022
Mr. Bert Kelsey, age 45, passed away on July 20, 2022. He was born in Akron, Ohio on December 12, 1976 to Dennis Kelsey and Charlene Kelsey. Along with his parents, Bert is survived by his daughter, Haley Kelsey; his granddaughter, Elena Kelsey; siblings, Scott (Krista) Dagnen, Joyce (David) Shyjka, Wayne Kelsey, Missy (Corey) Mace; and many nieces &...
Sandra Fleming
Jul 15, 2022
Sandra (Hosey) Fleming, lost her battle with cancer on July 15, 2022. She loved spending time with her loving family; her daughters, Erica (Josh) and Samantha (Dustin); her sisters Dianne, Judy (Bruce), Susan (Dennis), and Marsha; her grandchildren Daveyona (James), Angelica (Ben), Jasmine (Cody), Angelea (Dylan), Landen and Alona; her great grandchildren Jayden, Zayden and Nylah;also lots of nieces...