Obituaries
Mary Ahrens
Feb 24, 2025
Mary Elizabeth (McAfee) Grega Ahrens (82) passed away on Monday February 24,2025 at The Woodlands in Ravenna where she had been a resident for the past 4 ½ years. Mary was born on November 23,1942 in Pomeroy, OH. She graduated from Pomeroy High School in 1960, then completed a 6 month Medical Assistant program at the Carnegie College Medical Laboratory...
Samuel Beeler
Feb 24, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Samuel W. Beeler, III (a.k.a. Sonic) He succumbed to his brief battle with pneumonia & transitioned in his sleep. Sunrise January 14,1969 to Sunset February 24, 2025.
He's preceded in death by all maternal & paternal grandparents. Also his dad, Dr. Samuel W. Beeler, Jr. who passed...
Robyn Ferrell
Feb 22, 2025
Robyn Ferrell, 59, of Akron, Ohio passed away on February 22, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on February 9, 1966, in Canton, Ohio to Bob Ferguson and Mary Friend. Robyn was not only a loving mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, but a beacon of light and laughter to those who had the pleasure of being...
Jeffrey Guthrie
Feb 19, 2025
Jeffrey W. Guthrie, 70, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2025. He was born September 26, 1954, in Akron, Ohio. Jeff was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, son, and brother.
Jeff was preceded in death by his wife, Georgena "Georgie" Guthrie; his father, Milton Guthrie; and his mother, Margaret Guthrie. He is survived by his sons, Todd Guthrie (Lynnell) and...
Helen Brinker
Feb 16, 2025
After "A Visitation from God" a daughter, sister, wife, mother and friend, passed away on Feb. 16, 2025, at 102. Born August 29, 1922 and raised in New York City. Helen graduated from Evander Childs High School in 1941, Bronx, New York City with 3 additional years at Kent State University. She worked in JC Penney's ordering dept and Macy's...
William Petrie
Feb 16, 2025
William A. Petrie loving husband of Mary Jo Petrie, loving daughter Ann ray, Amy Kunkle (deceased), Step daughter Crissy Austin, Step daughter Kelly Walsh, Step son Michael Walsh (deceased), Grandchildren Shaun ray, Aaron ray, Andrew Helmick, Tyler Helmick, Hayley Helmick and lots of friends
A Celebration of Life will be planned at a later date.
Keith Knoch
Feb 9, 2025
Keith Allen Knoch, cherished brother of Karen Knoch and Michelle (Bill) Giambra passed away on Sunday, February 9, 2025. His sisters were beside him, holding his hands as he exhaled his final breath. Keith would have been 59 years old on March 17.
Keith was preceded in death by his mother and father, Norma Jean (McClure) and John Charles...
Mitchel Bailey
Feb 3, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Mitchel J Bailey. Mitch passed on February 3, 2025. Mitch also know as Jody to many, was 54 years of age. He was born in Ravenna, Ohio on December 29, 1970 to Philip and Kattie Bailey.
Mitch was a very smart, hard-working man. Although he had...
Shirley Swafford
Feb 1, 2025
Shirley M Swafford passed away February 1, 2025 at the age of 94. She was born in Akron, Ohio to Ruth and Regis O'Neil. She is survived by her children William III (Marchell) Akron, Ohio, Elaine Tompkins (Larry) New Franklin, Ohio, and Michael Akron, Ohio; 15 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren, and 9 great-great grandchildren; sisters JoAnn Baechel, Chris Werny, and...
Margie Joyner
Jan 29, 2025
Marjorie Ann (Roselle) Joyner, born on January 25th, 1935 in Tyrone, PA to Anthony & Cecilia Roselle, passed away on January 29th. 2025 surrounded by her family. She is preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Thomas Joyner, her son Donnie Joyner, son-in-law Don Wallace.
She is survived by her children, James "Jimmy" Joyner (daughter-in-law Diana), Anthony...
David Reese
Jan 27, 2025
David Francis Reese of Akron, Ohio went home to be with his lord and savior Jesus Christ on January 27, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with ALS.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Springfield Assembly of God located at 1551 Canton Road, Akron 44312 on Saturday, February 8. Calling hours will be from 10 am...
Steven Kreiner
Jan 19, 2025
Steve Kreiner, 77, passed away on January 19, 2025 at home surrounded by his family.
Preceded in death by parents, Dale and Reta Kreiner; sisters, Janet King and Carolyn Hammitt and brother, Don Kreiner.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years , Debby Kreiner; daughters, Jennifer (Bill) Bunner and Kim Kreiner; son, Steven Kreiner; grandchildren, Hayley...
Candis Havlik
Jan 18, 2025
Candis Lou Havlik ( Clouser) passed away on January 18, 2025 surrounded by her children after a long battle with lung cancer.
She enjoyed her morning coffee and word search puzzles as well as playing bingo to win prizes to give to her grandchildren. She was loved by many and will be greatly missed.
She is preceded in death by...
Scott Garrett
Jan 15, 2025
Scott Alan Garrett, born on August 2, 1961, went home to be with the Lord on January 15, 2025. He is preceded in death by his father, Robert Garrett, mother, Frances Garrett, sister Tracy Embry, brother Mark Garrett, and grandson Zachary Garrett.
Scott leaves behind a loving family including his children: Ryan Garrett, Nikki (Matt) Holbrook, Tara (Joel) Seabolt,...
Marcus Easton
Jan 15, 2025
Marcus Marcellus Easton (Fella) was born August 15, 1971 to the late Audrey J. Easton and James Phillips. Marcus went to be with the Lord and his parents on January 15, 2025 after a short battle with cancer at Summa Health of Akron, Ohio.
Marcus attended Akron's Central Howard High School, and he worked in the Hospitality Industry for...
Jeffrey Simpson
Jan 15, 2025
Jeffrey Brian Simpson,63, born in Akron Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on January 15, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents Clarence Simpson and Lillian Cawman; his brothers Burton, Willis, Charles, and Robert Simpson and also his son Brian Simpson.
He is survived by his spouse of 28 years Melissa Bushey; his brother Ray Simpson; sister...
Deborah Stolfo
Jan 13, 2025
Deborah Carey Stolfo (Lockhart)'s life story began on April 14, 1958, in La Chapelle-Saint-Mesmin, France, and her Earthly chapter came to a close at the age of 66 on January 13, 2025, in Akron, Ohio, when she died of a heart attack.
She is survived by her children: Robin (Bebe) Heitic of Akron; Brandiann (Rodrigo) Garcia Salinas of Fort Myers,...
Donald Andrews
Jan 11, 2025
Donald "Don" Edward Andrews, 65, passed away peacefully after a brave battle with cancer on January 11, 2025 in Akron, Ohio.
Don was born October 29, 1959 in Akron, Ohio to Donald Orville Andrews and Patricia Mae Andrews (née Folk). A lifelong resident of Akron, Don will be remembered fondly as a loving father and grandfather, a skilled handyman,...
Keith Lasater
Jan 10, 2025
Keith Michael Lasater passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of January 10 in the presence of his family. Despite his many hardships and struggles, we choose to remember Keith for his adventurous spirit, sense of humor, contagious laugh, and his boundless love for his family, especially his mother. While we put Keith to rest, we are thankful for...
Tracy Alvarez
Jan 8, 2025
Tracy M. Wootton Alvarez, 50, was called home by the lord in Medina, OH, on January 8, 2025, surrounded by loving family. She was born on February 13, 1974 to Arthur and Faye Wootton.
Tracy was a devoted Christian, Mother, and Grandmother. She lead a happy and blessed life. She was always kind to anyone and everyone.Tracy was courageous, inspirational,...