Glenn Messer

Jun 29, 2024

Glenn Newell Messer Sr (Chubby) 62 of Massillon, formally from Cuyahoga Falls, peacefully passed away June 29th,2024 after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by his family and loved ones. Glenn retired after 22 years of service at Howmet aerospace, formally Alcoa, He was dedicated to his wife and family. He loved drag car racing and Nascar races. He was...

Edward Stetz

Jun 28, 2024

Edward Stetz passed away peacefully at his home at age 72. Ed leaves behind his daughter Rachel, sisters Laura (John) and Phyllis (Sam), as well as his large chosen family, including Tom and Deb (Luis). He was preceded in death by his parents, Marge and Edward.

Ed worked for the City of Akron before joining the Stark County Building Department...

Jeffrey Swain

Jun 27, 2024

Jeffrey Paul Swain, 64, passed away on Thursday, June 27, 2024 in an Akron, Ohio hospital.



Jeff had been a resident of Norton, Ohio for the last 37 years, and worked as an Ironworker for the Local 17 in Cleveland before retiring. You would most likely find him cheering on his grandchildren in a plethora of sports or working...

Betty Howell

Jun 21, 2024

It is with great sadness and sorrow that we announce the sudden and unexpected death of Betty Jean Howell.

She was the daughter of the late Rev. Luben and Katherine Kutuchief. Betty graduated from Central High School and the University of Akron. She was a teacher at Weaver School for 10 years after which she was the co-owner of...

William E. Weitzel Jr.

Jun 19, 2024

William E. Weitzel, Jr., passed away at the age of 76 on June 19, 2024. Preceded in death by his parents Hattie and William Weitzel Sr. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Ingrid Weitzel; children, who loved him dearly, Dean Weitzel, Diana (Bill) Mruk and Denise (Dave) Vargo; cherished grandfather to, Morgan Mruk, Macy Mruk, Kelly...

Tracy Williamson

Jun 12, 2024

Tracy Williamson, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on June 12, 2024, at the age of 47. She was born on April 5, 1977.

Tracy was married to Kenneth Williamson Jr. in 1998, and together they raised two children, Kirian Williamson and Kendra Williamson. She also leaves behind three cherished grandchildren named Ian Williamson, Oliver Williamson, and Aiden Williamson.

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Janice Sine

Jun 6, 2024

Loving mother, wife, and grandmother. Proceeded in death by her parents; Jeanette and Christopher Bloser, husband; Lawrence Sine. She leaves behind her daughters Cheryl (Terry), Tracy (Bob), and Michelle and son James (Margaret). She had 10 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. She was a dedicated nurse for 40+ years and a long distance truck driver for 20+ years. She will...

George Burton

Jun 5, 2024

George Duane Burton, 68 of Akron, Ohio passed away peacefully on June 5, 2024 surrounded by his family and friends.

George was a life long resident of Akron and graduated from South High School in 1974, where he ran Track and Field. George loved traveling, animals and a true fan of the Cleveland Browns.

George was a kind, energetic and infectious personality...

Linda Wands

Jun 4, 2024

Linda M. Wands, of Norton Class of 63', passed over on June 4, 2024 to the reward of a blessed home coming on the other side. Throughout a challenging 40 year bout with MS, Linda maintained her endearing sense of humor, and empathy while helping friends and family in times of need and enriching the lives of her many Tarot...

Charles Tancredi

May 26, 2024

Chuck peacefully passed away at home on May 26, 2024 after being ill for a short time.

Chuck was a Retired Volunteer Firefighter, avid fisherman and a hunter. He enjoyed going camping and trying out new areas. Chuck loved to put a smile on your face and had a joke for everyone.

He will be sadly missed...

Thomas Foster

May 26, 2024

Thomas E. Foster Jr., 61 of Akron, Ohio passed away peacefully on May 26th, 2024 surrounded by his wife and family.

Thomas was a life long resident of Akron graduating from Kenmore High School in 1981. Thomas was an enthusiast of old cars, loved watching WWE wrestling, and a true fan of the Cleveland Browns and the Guardians.

Thomas...

Mark Lasater

May 19, 2024

Mark Edward Lasater passed away May 19, 2024 at Akron City Hospital. Mark was born in Akron on September 12, 1963. He loved his family dearly and had a special and close bond with his brother, John, and nephew Cody who were ever present for his daily care over the past 29 years. Mark loved to read books, a lot...

Beverly Joan (Huffman) Barr

May 9, 2024

Beloved wife, mother and grandmother, passed away in Medina, Ohio on Thursday, May 9, 2024 surrounded by her loved ones.

She was born on February 3, 1949, to Albert and Joan Huffman in Elyria, Ohio, the first of two children. She graduated from Elyria High School in 1967 where she met the love of her life, Thomas Barr, while in a...

Roger Phillips

May 6, 2024

Roger William Phillips of Akron (North Hill) passed Away on May 6,2024 at the age of 82. Roger enjoyed his Country music, Camping with long campfires and was a member of the VFW. Where he enjoyed playing pool. Not only was Roger A Veteran of the US Navy, he was Rewarded with the Antarctica Service Medal.

Proceeded in Death...

William Groff

May 4, 2024

William George Groff, known to all as Bill, was born 06-29-1945 and died unexpectedly on 05-4-2024. Born and raised in Kent, Ohio to parents Clarence Raymond Groff and Ester Elizabeth Groff nee Woodard. Bill worked for 38 years as a grain elevator operator at Williams Brothers Flour Mill in Kent which was then changed to Star of the West Milling,...

Jeremy Bosma

May 3, 2024

Jeremy Bosma, your light has been extinguished earlier than it should have been. Your love remains for those you left behind. He was a gregarious, funny young man who left this world too soon. Your quirky sense of humor will be missed, as will the love that you had for your wife and family. Keep gaming on my love, until...

Kenneth Frank

May 2, 2024

Ken (Kenny) D. Frank, age 62, of Peninsula, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on May 2nd, 2024. Kenny was born on February 13th, 1962 to Clyde (Dan) Jr. and Carol Frank.

He is preceded in death by his mom Carol, (Granny) Betty Frank, grandpa Clyde Frank, and brother-in-law Greg Schumann. He is survived by his father Clyde (Dan) , sister...

Allen Grace

Apr 5, 2024

Allen M. Grace, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, passed away on April 5, 2024, at the age of 59. He was born on September 22, 1964, in Akron, OH, and had been a lifelong resident of both Akron and Ravenna.

Allen had a zest for life and a passion for the outdoors. He enjoyed fishing, collecting knives, and...

Gregory Gravius

Mar 31, 2024

Gregory "Scott" Gravius born June 11th 1966 passed away at 57 on March 31st after a long courageous battle fighting for over a month in the hospital.

He leaves behind his mother Sandra (Kinney) Gravius, his brother Todd Gravius, and his sister Kelly (Gravius) Thomas. As well as his two children Brittany Knapp and Chance Gravius, two granddaughters, and...

Ray Allen

Mar 21, 2024

Ray W. Allen, 75, from Akron, Ohio, passed away March 21, 2024, surrounded by his family.

He was preceded in death by his sons, John Allen and Richard Allen. He is survived by his daughter, Denise (Mark) Sawyer, son; David (Laura) Allen and many loving family members and friends.

Ray was a proud autoworker. He had worked for Terex and GM (Pittsburg)...