Obituaries
David Lee Stults
Feb 9, 2026
David L Stults of Norton, Ohio passed away February 9th 2026 after a short illness. He is survived by his mother Mary Stults of Norton, Aunt Margaret (Bob) Jenkins of Norton, Uncle Jamie Stults of Norton, Aunt Janell Stults of Norton, Aunt Debbie Stutzman of Norton and Uncle Paul E Gray (Annette) of Springfield, Ohio. Best friend John (Kyla) Edmunds...
Terry Tyl Kukla
Feb 5, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Terry Tyl Kukla, age 71. He fell asleep in death peacefully on February 5, 2026 surrounded by family and friends who loved him deeply. Terry was born on October 17, 1954. He is survived by his beloved wife, Valerie Duda Kukla, brothers Michael and Charles, along with other dear...
Randell Mervin Faith
Feb 3, 2026
Randell "Randy"Faith, 78, passed away on February 3, 2026, Akron, Ohio. Born April 2, 1947, in Akron. was a lifelong resident of the city he called home. He graduated from Garfield High School and went to serve his country with honor as a member of the U.S.Navy during the Vietnam War.
Following his military service, Randy built a long and dedicated career...
Arthur Chet Jones
Feb 3, 2026
Arthur Chet Jones, born September 22, 1943, passed peacefully on February 3, 2026, surrounded by friends and family who loved him deeply. Arthur was a devoted and selfless servant of Alcoholics Anonymous for 36 years, living his life fearlessly and unapologetically, guided by honesty, courage, and service to others.
Arthur loved fiercely and unconditionally. He was abundantly kind, unwaveringly loyal,...
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 Brown;...
Nathaniel David Franks
Jan 24, 2026
Nathaniel David Franks Jr., 61 of Barberton, Ohio, passed away suddenly on January 24, 2026.
Born on January 13, 1965, in Youngstown, Ohio, Nathaniel (Nate) was the beloved son of Danniell Franks and Rev. Nathaniel David Franks Sr. He lived a life full of dedication, laughter, and love. He was known for his kindness, his unwavering ways, unwavering work ethic,...
Sally Lou McDowell
Jan 18, 2026
Sally Lou McDowell, 94, passed away January 18th, 2026. She was born on February 7, 1931 in Youngstown OH. to Whitey and Lucille Huff.
After graduating from Sharon High School, PA. Sally and her family moved to Ada, OH. where she attended Ohio Northern University. ONU is where Sally met the love of her life, Johnny, marrying on August 18,...
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...
Linda Sue Cox
Jan 14, 2026
Linda Sue Cox, 76, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. She was born on November 27, 1949, in Portsmouth, Virginia, and grew up on a small farm near Dillsboro, Indiana. A devoted mother, wife and true world traveler, Linda loved many things in life, none more than being a mother to her three...
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...
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