Obituaries

Local Obituaries

Serving Families Throughout Summit And Stark Counties. Located In Akron, Cuyahoga Falls, And Green.

Hazel Bever

Hazel Bever

Aug 16, 2017

Hazel Coleman-Bever, 90, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2017. Born in Rockhouse, KY on April 22, 1927 to the late Palmer Coleman & Ella Adkins, Hazel was a longtime member of the Akron Baptist Temple, where she volunteered in the 'busy bee's' Sunday School. She retired after 30 years from Akron Children's Hospital, where she worked as a...

James  Paul Musarra

James Paul Musarra

Aug 15, 2017

Jim Musarra passed away in the comfort of his own home on August 15, 2017. He has left this earth after 94 years to be with the love of his life, Olga Shatrich. Jim was born on July 14, 1923 in Akron, Ohio to the late Sebastiano and Sebastiana Musarra. He attended McEbright grade school and Garfield High School....

Albert  Oliver Morris

Albert Oliver Morris

Aug 15, 2017

Albert Oliver Morris, Jr., 92 passed away Tuesday, August 15, 2017. He was born in Akron and was a lifetime member of MOTTS War Museum, Firestone VFW Post 3383 and the Teamsters Union. Albert served in the United States Navy during World War II aboard the heavy cruiser, USS Indianapolis. The USS Indianapolis earned eight battle stars. Albert survived...

Betty  J. Bonora

Betty J. Bonora

Aug 15, 2017

-CUYAHOGA FALLS Betty J. Bonora, 85, passed away unexpectedly and peacefully on August 15, 2017. Born in Indian Head, PA on January 18, 1932 to the late Bruce & Lillian Smith, Betty was a 1950 graduate of Somerset (PA) High School. Betty had been a Cuyahoga Falls resident since 1955. She attended Redeemer Lutheran Church in Cuyahoga Falls. In...

Howard Lee "Bud" Gillenwater

Howard Lee "Bud" Gillenwater

Aug 14, 2017

Howard 'Bud' Lee Gillenwater, Jr, 60, passed away suddenly on August 14, 2017. Howard was born November 14, 1956 in Akron. He was a veteran of the US Army and a member of the American Legion. A beloved son, brother and uncle, Howard was fun, artistic and could always make you laugh. Howard was preceded in death by his...

Daniel Cecil ""Danny"" Wilson

Daniel Cecil ""Danny"" Wilson

Aug 11, 2017

Daniel "Danny" Wilson, 76 passed away Friday, August 11, 2017. He was born in Dyesville, Ohio and was a resident of Hattie Larlham Group Home of Akron. He is survived by staff and friends of Hattie Larlham. Calling Hours Thursday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Anthony Funeral Home Kucko-Anthony-Kertesz Chapel, 1990 S. Main St. Akron, Ohio 44301...

Lee  Russell Rafferty

Lee Russell Rafferty

Aug 8, 2017

Visitation at Funeral Home

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Saturday, August 12, 2017

Anthony Funeral Home Kucko-Anthony-Kertesz Chapel

1990 S. Main St

Akron, Ohio, United States

44301

Funeral Service

6:15 pm Saturday, August...

Julianna  L. Crosky

Julianna L. Crosky

Aug 8, 2017

Julianna Crosky, passed away Tuesday, August 8, 2017. Julia was born April 21, 1921 in Akron to Harry and Kristina Lorko.  She was preceded in death by her parents; her loving husband, Samuel Crosky; and her sister, Olga Anderson. Julia was very active throughout her lifetime.  After graduating from East High School, she held a number of positions, including...

Ann  P. Contos

Ann P. Contos

Aug 5, 2017

Anastasia (Ann) P. (Pappas) Contos, 75, passed away unexpectedly on August 5th 2017. She was born in Youngstown, Ohio on September 9th, 1941 to the late Petros and Zoe Pappas. She was a 1959 graduate of Rayen High School. In 1963, Ann moved to Akron to marry her late husband of 49 years, Ross. She enjoyed working for the...

Stephen  George Farkas

Stephen George Farkas

Aug 3, 2017

Visitation at Funeral Home

2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Sunday, August 6, 2017

Anthony Funeral Home Kucko-Anthony-Kertesz Chapel

1990 S. Main St

Akron, Ohio, United States

44301

Mass

10:00 am Monday, August 7,...

Shirley  Ann Kissner

Shirley Ann Kissner

Aug 2, 2017

Shirley Ann Kissner, 82, was born into eternal life on Wednesday, August 2, 2017. Shirley was born October 25, 1934, in Akron to the late Earl and Beatrice Lauck. She worked as the first computer operator for Goodyear and retired after 38 years. After retirement, she was a volunteer and worked at Interval Brotherhood Home for nearly 25 years....

Antonina Kulyk

Antonina Kulyk

Aug 2, 2017

Wadsworth - Antonina Kulyk, 90, passed away Wednesday, August 2, 2017 at her home. Antonina was born Spetember 25, 1926 to Dennis and Melania (Neberezhna) Hula in Wypowzow, Ukraine and came to the United States and the Akron area in 1951. She was a member of Holy Ghost Ukrainian Catholic Church. She was a past member of the church...

Kenneth  Lyle Roush

Kenneth Lyle Roush

Aug 1, 2017

Kenneth L. Roush, 74, passed away Tuesday August 1, 2017. Ken was a 1962 graduate of Garfield High School and was devoted to music and Garfield's Band. Ken was preceded in death by his parents Lyle and Elma. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Penny (Sabolesky); children Joseph, Michael (Teresa), Kenneth (Amy), Kimberly (Virgil) Thompson and...

Maria  J Jones

Maria J Jones

Aug 1, 2017

Maria (Mara) J. Jones, 89, passed away Tuesday, August 1, 2017. Maria was born June 20, 1928 in Akron to the late Stanley & Viola Gligor. She was a feisty woman who enjoyed life and her independence. She was a member of the F.O.E #555, the Ancient Order of Hibernians, and the South Akron Orioles Nest 167. Maria spent...