James Dean Mashburn
Jan 21, 2025
He had a smile that was warm, friendly and generous ... with just a hint of mischief. When you were lucky enough to know James "Jimmy" Mashburn or to meet him for the first time, that was the smile you were given. A much admired and well-respected coach and teacher, Mashburn left the world far too soon...
Margaret Mary (Peg) Demboski
Jan 19, 2025
Margaret "Peg" Demboski (née O'Connor) June 1, 1955 - January 19, 2025 Akron, OH Margaret "Peg" Demboski (née O'Connor), 69, of Akron, passed peacefully at home with her husband and family by her side after a 6 month battle with cancer. Peg was born on June 1, 1955 in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio to the late Gene and...
Marlene Lucille (Desaslvo) Schossler
Jan 19, 2025
Marlene Lucille Schossler, 80, passed away January 19, 2025. She was born in Youngstown and resided in Uniontown, Ohio. Marlene was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She is survived by her husband Richard and was the loving mother of Richard (Liz) Schossler; grandmother of Brittany Schossler, Halle (Andrew} Dunn, Nick Schossler, great-grandmother of Adella Rose...
Linda Ann (O'Neill) Roman
Jan 18, 2025
Linda Ann Roman, May 31, 1951 - January 18, 2025 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Linda after an incredibly brave 19-month battle with ovarian cancer. Linda's true life began 15 years ago when she moved closer to her beloved grandbabies. Kyle, Nolan, and Maddie were her entire world and the driving...
Dorothy Elizabeth (Groundwater) Smith
Jan 17, 2025
Dorothy Elizabeth (Groundwater) Smith, 98, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2025. Dorothy was born October 30, 1926 in Yonkers, New York, one of seven children of the late John and Mary (Hogan) Groundwater. Dorothy is survived by her children David (Linda) Smith, Dianne Smith, Brian (Gail) Smith, Kimberly (Michael) Hastings, Karen (Colby) Tuttle and Geoffrey (Linda)...
Joann (Slevin) Marcinkoski
Jan 17, 2025
JoAnn Marcinkoski, 91, passed away and joined the choir of angels on Friday January 17, 2025, after a brave and difficult 7-year battle with pulmonary fibrosis. JoAnn was born September 16, 1933, to Harold and Anne (McDermott) Slevin in Akron, Ohio and has been an area resident her entire life. She was a graduate of Springfield High...
Richard Dale Drouhard
Jan 16, 2025
Richard "Dick" Drouhard, 76, died after a long illness on January 16, 2025, in Akron, Ohio. He was surrounded by his family with love and care in his final days. Dick was born January 24, 1948, to Robert D. and Anna (Coe) Drouhard. Dick was raised in Kenmore with his 4 siblings. He was always a hard...
Joan Killian-Fisk
Jan 16, 2025
Joan Killian Fisk, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, was welcomed into heaven on January 16, 2025. Joan was born on February 9, 1947, to Jack and Miriam Killian. She was brought home to their small farm in Springfield Township, where she would remain for most of her life. She was raised alongside her younger brother, Tim, and...
John S. Rambacher
Jan 16, 2025
John ("Jack") S. Rambacher died on January 16, 2025, after suffering from Alzheimer's and associated declining health. Jack was born to Sylvester J. and Harriet (Krill) Rambacher on October 19, 1936 in Akron, Ohio. He was the eldest of their four (4) children, followed by brother, James Rambacher (wife, Judy - being predeceased); and, 2 sisters, Betty...
Edward A. Fay, Jr.
Jan 15, 2025
Edward A. Fay, Jr., beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle and brother died January 15, 2025 after a brief illness. Ed was born on April 11, 1938 in Akron, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Barbara (PALKO) in 2011; his parents, Edward A. and Dorothy Fay and his brother Thomas. Mourning his passing are...
Dolores (Rocha) Zuder
Jan 13, 2025
Dolores Zuder reposed in the Lord on January 13, 2025. Born on September 14, 1938, in Johnstown PA, she was the fourth of eight living children to be brought into the world by Sotero and Helen (Machik) Rocha, and she spent the next 86 years finding and making her way in it. From her youth, she knew...
Richard Paul Hixson
Jan 12, 2025
Richard P. Hixson, born on August 15, 1940, in Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on January 12, 2025, at the age of 84. Richard was the son of Harold and Emmy Hixson and was preceded in death by his sisters Polly (Sam Buzek), Sandy Foote, and Susan Hixson. He is survived by his devoted wife,...
Sandra May (Comedy) Christ
Jan 11, 2025
Sandra Christ, 78, passed away Saturday, January 11, 2025, at Cleveland University Hospital. Sandra was born November 19, 1946 to James and Maxine (Miller) Comedy in Akron and had been an area resident her entire life. She was a 1965 graduate of Garfield High School. She was the Super PTA Mom and had served as PTA President...
Pamela Hardbarger
Jan 11, 2025
Pamela J. Hardbarger, 54, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, January 11, 2025 after a series of illnesses. Pam was born in Parkersburg, West Virginia to Opal and Roger Hardbarger. She graduated from Wirt County High School in 1988 and moved to Akron shortly after. She worked in manufacturing for Quickys. In her spare time, Pam enjoyed being...
Bernetta Anweiler
Jan 9, 2025
Bernetta May Anweiler, (Shults) (Rogers) passed away on January 9, 2025. Bernetta was born in Millersburg, Ohio on May 14, 1923. She moved to Firestone Park with her family and had fond memories of growing up with her sisters, Dorothy and Helen, walking to school with many friends, and watching the circus set up across from their home back...
Thomas Csora
Jan 8, 2025
Thomas T. Csora, 83, went to be with Jesus on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. He was born on October 15, 1941, the only child to Ted and Marie (Endress) Csora; Tom started his career after graduating from Garfield High School in 1959. He married his High School Sweetheart, Linda Webb. He started work at A.C. Supply for...
John Danielak
Jan 5, 2025
John "Chuck" Danielak, 88, passed away in Ohio on January 5th, 2025. Born to John and Ann Danielak, he graduated from Central High School in Akron, lettering in basketball. John received his bachelor's degree from Kent State University and then joined the Army Reserves. He had an outstanding career in finance for 32 years with Terex and...
Barbara Ann (Ervin) Orndorff
Jan 4, 2025
Barbara Ann Orndorff, 81, passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 4, 2025. Barbara was born in Akron on December 24, 1943, to the late Gilmore and Vada Ervin and was a lifelong area resident. Barbara was an incredible baker; her sugar cookies, her cheesecake and her decorating skills were legendary. She retired from Akron General...
James Roland Howe
Jan 1, 2025
James Roland Howe, 84, passed away on Wednesday, January 1, 2025. Jim was born in Akron and was a lifelong area resident. He was a proud veteran of the US Navy, serving during the Cuban Missile Crisis. Jim was a longtime member of St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church. He retired as an electrical quality control director...
Richard E. Grochowski
Jan 1, 2025
Richard E. Grochowski, 81, passed away January 1st, 2025. Born in Cairnbrook, Pennsylvania, Richard moved with his family to Akron graduating from Akron North High School. After serving in the United States Air Force, Richard joined the Akron Police Department, retiring after 25 years of service. Richard continued to be active with the Fraternal Order of Police,...