Obituaries
Local Obituaries
Serving Families Throughout Summit And Stark Counties. Located In Akron, Cuyahoga Falls, And Green.
Mark L. Saurer
Sep 28, 2025
Mark Louis Saurer passed away peacefully early on morning of September 28th, 2025 at the age of 59 after battling a long illness. He was a 1984 graduate of Green High School and Stark State College. Mark was a Reservist in the Ohio National Guard, loved to rebuild cars, collect trains, coins and classic movies. Mark was...
Rita Mae (Patrick) Mcfadden
Sep 27, 2025
We are sad to inform you that our dear mother, Rita Mae McFadden, has passed away at the age of 94. She was born in May 1931 during the Great Depression and witnessed a lot of history during her long life. She learned to drive at age 16 on a Model T car owned by her two...
Eric John Borsos
Sep 27, 2025
Eric John Christopher Borsos lost his 21 year battle with Multiple Sclerosis on September 27, 2025. Although a fierce warrior in meeting his medical challenges, Eric was a kind, gentle soul with a passion for art and music. Eric attended St. Augustine School in Barberton and was a 1975 graduate of Barberton High School. After earning his...
Ralph Francis Miller
Sep 23, 2025
Ralph Francis Miller, 83, of Knoxville, Tennessee, formerly of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on September 23, 2025. He was born June 12, 1942 in Akron to the late Paul F. and Lois J. (Wingerter) Miller.
Growing up in the North Hill area, Ralph attended Findley, Jennings, and Hower Vocational High School graduating in...
Ella Kay Cross
Sep 21, 2025
Ella K. Cross, 73, passed away unexpectedly on September 21, 2025, surrounded by those who loved her most. A private interment will take place on Friday, October 3, 2025, at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery. She will be deeply missed.
Janice Patricia (Brown) Burgan
Sep 20, 2025
Janice Patricia "Pat" Burgan, 93, passed away on Saturday, September 20, 2025 after a long illness. The youngest of seven, Pat was raised in the Cuyahoga Falls area. She retired from the Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation. Pat was an active member of the Marine Corp League Auxiliary. She enjoyed time with family, traveling, gardening, plants and taking...
Rose Marie Martin
Sep 20, 2025
Rose Marie Martin passed away on September 20, 2025 at the age of 87. She was born on August 24, 1938, in Akron to Hilda and Henry Knapp. Rose graduated from Garfield High School in 1956. She married her sweetheart, James, when he returned from serving in the Marine Corps, and together they raised a family filled...
Elizabeth Susan (Scerbik) Giancola
Sep 16, 2025
Elizabeth Susan Giancola, 100 years old, passed away peacefully on September 16, 2025. Formerly of Lyndhurst, OH, Elizabeth is survived by her children Catherine, Vincent, & Patricia and grandchildren Regina Marie & Joseph James. A funeral Mass was held at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church in Green, OH followed by burial at All Souls Cemetery in Chardon....
Margaret Irene (Kovac) Zeigler
Sep 15, 2025
Margaret I. "Margie" Zeigler, 83, of Plain Township, Ohio, passed away peacefully on September 15,2025, with her niece, Joanne, by her side. She was the beloved wife of the late Peter Zeigler.Born to the late John and Margaret Kovac, Margie was quick-witted and had a wonderful sense of humor that brightened the lives of those around her....
Andrew Mathias Rohn, Jr.
Sep 14, 2025
Andrew (Andy) M. Rohn Jr., 71, passed away Sunday, September 14, 2025.
Andy was born May 10, 1954 to the late Andrew Sr. and Anna Rohn in Akron and had been a Green resident his entire life. He was employed by Glidden, Ferro, and the University of Akron for over 25 years, retiring in 2019....
Robert Lee Kline
Sep 14, 2025
Robert Lee Kline Jr., age 52, of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio passed away on September 14, 2025.
Robert was a talented graphic designer who spent his career at MONSTERS Unlimited, working alongside his longtime best friend, Patrick Jebber. His creativity and love of art extended beyond his professional life - he was a regular exhibitor at Cleveland's Ingenuity...
Juanita Fay (Rhodes) Lynch
Sep 14, 2025
Juanita Fay Lynch (Rhodes), originally from West Virginia, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2025, in Grove City, Ohio. Also lovingly known as Tommie. She was a devoted nurse, a loving family member, and a woman who touched the lives of many with her warmth, compassion, and unmistakable smile. Juanita dedicated much of her life to caring...
David Earl Pace
Sep 12, 2025
David Earl Pace, age 63, passed away in his home on September 12, 2025. He was born April 13, 1962 at Shaw Air Force Base in Sumter, South Carolina. He grew up all over the world, including Okinawa, Japan, North Dakota, New Mexico, and the Philippines traveling with his parents and brother in the Air Force. He...
Robert George Trout
Sep 12, 2025
Robert George Trout, 61, of Cuyhoga Falls passed away on September 12, 2025. He is preceded in death by his parents Jacob and Betty (Wagner) Trout. He is survived by his Sister, Cathy (Philip) Culichia; neices Corissa (Taylor), and Morgan; nephews Nate, Jordan (Eve); great nephew Cooper and great neice Charlotte. Robert will be laid to rest...
Jeffrey James Dettling
Sep 8, 2025
Jeffrey "Jeff" Dettling, 54, of Akron, Ohio, passed away September 8. Born to Gene and Joanne Dettling, Jeff grew up in Akron and graduated from Springfield High School. After graduation, he began working at Rohrich Printing before pursuing his passion for music and entrepreneurial ventures. Music was at the heart of Jeff's life. A self-taught guitarist, he...
Walter Robert Strugala
Sep 7, 2025
Walter Robert Strugala, 77, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 7, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. Walt was born in Colver, Pennsylvania to the late Walter and Mary Ann Strugala. In 1967, he and his high school sweetheart, Nancy, moved to Ohio to begin their life together and raise a family. Walt worked as a dedicated...
Marilyn Mae Wagner
Sep 5, 2025
Marilyn Wagner, 76, passed away September 5, 2025 surrounded by her family. Marilyn was born June 4, 1949 to Walter and Frances Brahler nee Katich. She was an avid bowler. Marilyn also loved to watch game shows and read. Her greatest joy in life was being Nana. In addition to her parents, Marilyn was preceded in death...
Brenda Hazelett Hook
Sep 5, 2025
Brenda Marie Hazelett Hook, who was born on December 6, 1957, to the late Alfred "Homer" and Martha Hazelett (nee: Kovacich), in Akron Ohio, peacefully passed away on September 5, 2025, at the age of 67.
Brenda was preceded in death by her brother Alan Hazelett. as well as her parents.
Brenda resided in Stow,...
Robert Lowell Dannemiller
Sep 4, 2025
Robert Dannemiller, 78, passed away September 4, 2025 surrounded by family. Bob was born in Cuyahoga Falls on November 18, 1946 to Raymond and Frances Dannemiller nee Carpenter. He graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School and then Kent State University. Bob retired from the Kent State University Book Store after more than 30 years of service. He...
Forrest Allen Megenhardt
Sep 3, 2025
Forrest Allen Megenhardt, 68, passed away September 3, 2025, after battling colon cancer. Forrest was born in Akron on April 4, 1957 to the late James & Margaret Megenhodt and was a 1976 graduate of North High School. Throughout his life, Forrest had many different careers. He was a truck driver, a welder, a machinist, a bus driver, he...


