Todd Jeffrey Vannostran

Todd Jeffrey Vannostran

Feb 18, 2025

Todd VanNostran, 59, passed away February 18, 2025 with his family by his side. He was born December 16, 1965 to Timothy and Marian VanNostran. Todd was a 1984 graduate of Green High School. He dedicated his life to sales, and in his own words, he was a "professional bullshitter." Todd was a diehard Browns fan and...

Carol Lee (Samels) Kastner

Carol Lee (Samels) Kastner

Feb 17, 2025

Carol passed away Monday surrounded by her people: daughter Amy Capeta (Michael); son Jeff Kastner (Sara); grandchildren Emily Martens (Ian), Nathaniel Capeta, and Matia Kastner; and sister Marcia Leinwand. Carol was born in Jackson, Michigan, grew up in West Akron, and raised her family in Green, Ohio. She was an LPN which suited her perfectly as she...

Leon Nels

Leon Nels

Feb 16, 2025

The World lost a kind Christian gentleman on February 16, 2025. Leon Nels was born over 99 years ago on December 2, 1925, at his home in Akron. His mother, Josephine (Jozefa Strazisar) Nels Barich, a first generation immigrant mail order bride from Slovenia, was in his words "the best Mom I could have." In his youth, Leon participated...

Elaine Louise (Gearhart) Forney

Elaine Louise (Gearhart) Forney

Feb 14, 2025

Elaine Forney, 78 of Canton passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on February 14, 2025. Elaine was born on September 5, 1946, to the late Cornelius (Eugene) and Pauline Gearhart. She grew up in Akron, OH and attended St. Paul grade school, and graduated from St. Vincent-St. Mary High School in 1964. She was a devoted Catholic, eucharistic minister,...

Laura Neidert

Laura Neidert

Feb 14, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Laura Kay Neidert, who left us too soon at the age of 51 on February 14, 2025. She was a cherished daughter and sister, a devoted friend to many, and a respected financial professional who impacted the lives of all who knew her. Laura was born on August 31,...

Susan Marie (Vondemkamp) Garrett

Susan Marie (Vondemkamp) Garrett

Feb 13, 2025

Susan M. Garrett (Vondemkamp), 66, passed away suddenly on Thursday, February 13, 2025. Suzi was born in Akron to the late James and Jean Vondemkamp and was a lifelong area resident. She attended St. Paul Grade School and then graduated from Garfield High School in 1977, going on to become a beautician. Suzi owned her own beauty...

Gary James Coz

Gary James Coz

Feb 13, 2025

Uniontown - Gary Coz, 72, passed away Thursday, February 13, 2025, at the Justin T. Rodgers Hospice Care Center. Gary was born March 31, 1952, to Larry and Ruth (Bobner) Coz in Ravenna and was an area resident his entire life. He was a 1971 graduate of Windham High School and received a Bachelor of Science degree...

Lawrence Anthony Winkler

Lawrence Anthony Winkler

Feb 13, 2025

Larry A. Winkler, 84, passed away Thursday, February 13, 2025 surrounded by his family. Larry was born September 13, 1940 to Lawrence and Alma (Biltz) Winkler in East Canton and had been an area resident of Green for most of his life. He served in the US Navy from 1958 to 1961 and graduated from Kent State...

Elizabeth Kornel Darago

Elizabeth Kornel Darago

Feb 12, 2025

ELIZABETH KORNEL DARAGO lived many places across the United States, Canada, and abroad in Europe, but called Akron home. She left us suddenly on February 12, 2025, on her own terms but way too soon! Elizabeth loved her family & close friends. She put the needs of them before her own. As she traveled the United States...

Kan Lin (Cheung) Cheung

Kan Lin (Cheung) Cheung

Feb 10, 2025

Kan Lin Cheung, 94, passed away on February 10, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. She is preceded in death by her husband Siu Yee Law. Kan is survived by her six children and many grandchildren. She was a loving mother and grandmother who will be dearly missed. A family service will be held on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at...

Jerry Nelson Vinson

Jerry Nelson Vinson

Feb 10, 2025

Jerry Nelson Vinson passed away on February 10, 2025, in Canton, Ohio. Originally from Cincinnati, Jerry built a career with General Motors, which eventually led him to relocate to Reno, Nevada. Beyond his professional life, he was deeply committed to the Alcoholics Anonymous program, remaining active in its community for over 40 years. His dedication to the program was...

Edward Eugene Walchalk

Edward Eugene Walchalk

Feb 9, 2025

Edward E. Walchalk, 90, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 9, 2025. Ed was born in Akron on December 7, 1934, to the late Walter and Ann Walchalk and was a lifelong area resident. He worked for Summit County for 32 years and worked for United Dental after retiring. Ed was a member of St. Francis de...

Mary Ann (Tigelman) Taray

Mary Ann (Tigelman) Taray

Feb 5, 2025

Mary Ann Taray, 88, of Green, died February 5th, 2025 at home surrounded by the comfort and love of her family. She was born on October 5th, 1936 in Akron to Joseph and Helen Tigelman. She was a retiree of the Akron Beacon Journal. She was a member of Queen of Heaven Catholic Church and previously St....

Nicholas John Gruska

Nicholas John Gruska

Feb 5, 2025

Nicholas J. Gruska "B" 41, passed away Wednesday, February 5, 2025 after a brief illness. Nick was born February 19, 1983 to Edward J. and Jennie L. Gruska in Akron, OH and was an Akron area resident his entire life. He was a 2001 graduate of Garfield High School where he was a starting center for the...

Jane Elizabeth (Owens) Wiggins

Jane Elizabeth (Owens) Wiggins

Feb 5, 2025

Jane E. Wiggins (Owens) passed away peacefully on February 5, 2025, after complications of diabetes. Born In Akron, Ohio July 29, 1954, Jane was a 1972 graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School. She earned her associate degree from the University of Akron. Jane is preceded in death by her parents Fred and Angie Owens. She is survived...

Donald Lee Ruegg

Donald Lee Ruegg

Feb 2, 2025

Donald L. Ruegg, 72, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on February 2, 2025. Don was born on August 13, 1952 in Ogden, UT to the late George & Beatrice Ruegg and was a 1970 graduate of Garfield High School. Don retired from Steere Enterprises in 2018. Don was an avid hiker and marathon runner. He was...

Eliza Ann Rubenstein

Eliza Ann Rubenstein

Feb 1, 2025

Eliza (Lizzie) Ann Rubenstein entered into God's loving care on February 1, 2025, at just three months old. Though her time with us was brief, she brought immense joy and love to all who knew her. Her sweet smile and little voice will be deeply missed.

Eliza is survived by her parents, Rachel (Harlock) and...

William John Mushisky

William John Mushisky

Jan 30, 2025

William John Mushisky, 86, passed away Thursday, January 30, 2025, the 60th anniversary of his marriage, with his beloved wife, Joyce, by his side. William was born November 15, 1938, to William and Margaret (Wohlwend) Mushisky in Akron and had been an area resident his entire life. He was a 1958 graduate of Stow High School and...

Rosemary Joan (Gersna) Mileski

Rosemary Joan (Gersna) Mileski

Jan 29, 2025

Rosemary Joan (Gersna) Mileski July 1, 1930 - January 29, 2025 Rosemary Joan (Gersna) Mileski, age 94, of Akron, OH, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 29, 2025. She was born on July 1, 1930, in Washington, PA, to Cyril and Rose Gersna. As a young child, Rosemary moved with her family to Akron, where she attended...

Raymond Edward Gent

Raymond Edward Gent

Jan 28, 2025

Raymond E. Gent, 83, passed away on January 28, 2025. Ray was born in Youngstown, OH on September 27, 1941 to the late Thomas & Edith Gent and had lived in the Akron area for nearly 60 years. Ray served his country as a Corpsmen for the US Navy during the Vietnam Era. Following his service in...