Louis "Bud" Bernard Demarco
Jun 3, 2025
Louis Bernard "Bud" DeMarco, age 75, cruised into eternity on June 3rd, 2025...6-3, just like the infamous '63 split window Corvette. Bud was born on May 1,1950 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-Go Steelers! Bud was many things - strong-willed, charming, loving, stubborn, hilarious, and at times, a little difficult - but never forgettable. Bud is preceded in death by...
Kristin Marie Latchaw
Jun 3, 2025
Kristin Marie Latchaw, 41, passed away peacefully and woke up in Heaven on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. She was our true miracle child who survived a diagnosis of Medulloblastoma at the age of 5. Kristin went on to lead an amazing life, she was well traveled enjoying many vacations at the beach and other places with her...
Marion A. (Barton) Montabone
Jun 2, 2025
Marion A. Montabone nee Barton, 96, died on Monday, June 2, 2025 peacefully in her sleep. Marion was born in Akron on February 7, 1929 and was a lifelong area resident. She was an active member of St. Paul parish and participated in Silver Sneakers at the Firestone Park YMCA for 30 years. Marion was preceded in...
Manuel James Perella
May 31, 2025
Manuel "Manny" J. Perella, 84, passed away peacefully at home in the loving arms of his wife of 60 years, surrounded by family, on May 31, 2025. A half-century resident of Cuyahoga Falls, Manny was born in Akron on April 22, 1941, to the late Albert and Mary Perella. He was a 1959 graduate of North High...
Shirley Ann Decheco
May 30, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Shirley Ann DeCheco on May 30, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on May 7, 1952, Shirley was truly one in a million-a woman whose warmth, generosity, and spirit touched everyone she met. She is survived by her devoted husband, Jack DeCheco, and her beloved son, Nathan. Shirley...
Donald D. Mantel
May 25, 2025
Donald D. Mantel, 78, of Uniontown, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at Summa Health System. He was born on May 24, 1947, in Utrecht, The Netherlands, to the late Gerhard Rudolf and Johanna (Scheffer) Mantel. Due to the housing shortage in the post-war Netherlands, Donald spent his early childhood on his...
Suzanne Marie (Skapsik) Monago
May 25, 2025
Suzanne Marie Monago, 71, passed away Sunday May 25, 2025 peacefully in her sleep. Sue was born in Akron on August 4, 1953 and was a lifelong area resident. She worked for Green Local School District as a special education aid, and retired in 2017. Sue enjoyed jigsaw puzzles and testing her luck at the casinos. Sue...
Jason Kennedy Carl
May 23, 2025
Jason K. Carl, 51, passed away Friday, May 23, 2025. Jason was born in Red Oak, Iowa to Charles & Janis Carl and moved to Northeast, Ohio as a young boy. He was a 1992 graduate of Wooster High School and went on to work in IT as a Desktop Administrator most recently for Akron Metro RTA....
Loretta (Lori) Jean (Bogard) Ligon
May 22, 2025
Loretta "Lori" (nee Bogard) Ligon, 68, passed away Thursday, May 22, 2025, at her home with her husband close by. Lori was born December 20, 1956, to Harry and Ellen (Whalon) Bogard in Barberton and had been a Green & Springfield Twp. resident most of her life. Lori's kindness and warmth will always be remembered, as well as her...
Ernest Albert Stupak
May 22, 2025
In Loving Memory of Ernest (Ernie) Albert Stupak December 30, 1925 - May 22, 2025 Ernest "Ernie" Albert Stupak, 99, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2025, entering his eternal home. Born in Yorkville, Ohio, on December 30, 1925, he was the beloved son of the late Michael and Mary Stupak. Ernie proudly served...
Robey Scott Haigh
May 22, 2025
Robey Scott Haigh was born on March 13, 1969 and died way too soon on May 22, 2025 at the age of 56. Preceded in death by his parents Rick and Thelma Kirby, grandparents, especially Hilda Shahan with whom he was especially close and cousins Rocco Gemma and Michele Parsons. He leaves behind many grieving his loss,...
Loretta Angela (Grosso) Walchalk
May 21, 2025
Loretta A. Walchalk, 89, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. Loretta was born in Akron to the late Robert and Carrie Grosso and was a lifelong area resident. She found fulfillment in being a homemaker, raising her family and keeping house. She enjoyed traveling and spending time with friends. Loretta was a member of St....
Richard John Vercuski
May 15, 2025
Richard John Vercuski, 59, passed away on May 15, 2025 at Pebble Creek Healthcare Center. Richard was born November 21, 1965 in Indianapolis, IN to John and Sandra Vercuski nee Bernhard. He was a graduate of the Portage Lakes Joint Vocational School/Green High School. He enjoyed listening to music, driving and movies. In addition to his parents,...
Catherine Amelia (Krupko) White
May 15, 2025
In the early morning hours of May 15, 2025, Catherine (Kate) White fell asleep in the Lord with a heart full of love, the fruits of the Holy Spirit, and hope in the risen Lord after a long, hard fought battle with cancer. Kate was known to all as a lover of all things horses, the Ohio...
Richard Michael Williams
May 15, 2025
Richard M. Williams, 76, passed away on Thursday, May 15, 2025. Rich was born in Waterloo, Iowa on April 25, 1949 and came to Akron as a youth. He attended Archbishop Hoban High School and went on to earn a degree in civil engineering. In addition to his freelance engineering, he also worked at Land O'Lakes and...
Patricia R. Cash
May 11, 2025
Patricia passed away on May 11, 2025, after a long battle with medical conditions. Through it all, she remained independent and faced her challenges with a positive attitude. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lewis and Rose Francis; her sister, Laura; and her husband, Jerry. She is survived by her only daughter, Terre Vance, and...
Davalee June (Meeker) Dickinson
May 9, 2025
CUYAHOGA FALLS - Davalee J. Dickinson, 92, was called home to Jesus, May 9, 2025. Davalee was born in Detroit, Michigan and lived her whole life in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. She was a member of Steels Corner Community Church and worked part time with the young children at Northampton Elementary School. Davalee was married to William W....
Donna Hines
May 9, 2025
Donna Hines Akron- Donna Hines, 90, transitioned to her heavenly home Friday, May 9, 2025 with her family by her side. Donna was born March 27, 1935 to Donald and Opal Reeves in Akron and had been an Akron resident her entire life. She was a 1952 graduate of Garfield High School and was married to Jack...
John Walczak
May 9, 2025
John Lee Walczak, 77, passed away Friday, May 9, 2025 Born August 22, 1947 to John J. and Helen (Glattes) Walczak, John was a 1965 graduate of North High School where he excelled in sports, and even made the All City Team in football. John joined the United States Marines and he was a proud Vietnam veteran....
Karen Lou Vargo
May 5, 2025
Karen L. Vargo (Becker), 85, went to be with her beloved husband Ron on Monday, May 5, 2025. Karen was born in Akron in 1939 to the late Louis and Ethel Becker and was a lifelong area resident. Karen was a nurse at Akron General for 44 years, rising to rank of supervisor before retirement. She always...