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....
Rose Ann Carsey
May 20, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Rose Ann Carsey, age 56, who left us peacefully of natural causes on May 20, 2025. Born on November 5, 1968, in Akron, Ohio, Rose spent her life bringing joy and love to those around her. A longtime resident of Mogadore, Ohio, she dedicated a significant part of...
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...
Janet Ann Hauff
May 14, 2025
Janet Ann Hauff died May 14, 2025 at the Village of St. Edward, Fairlawn, which was her home for the last four years, and where she made many friends. She was born August 27, 1936 in Akron, Ohio, the daughter of Florence (Tschantz) and Ralph Hauff, who predeceased her. Surviving Janet are her sister Beverly Vorbach of Zellwood, FL...
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....
Kenneth Lehman
May 7, 2025
Kenneth H. Lehman,79, of Munroe Falls passed away peacefully on May 7, 2025.
Born on September 25, 1945 in Toledo, OH to the late Ralph and Betty (nee: Snyder) Lehman. Ken lived a full and generous life. He graduated from the University of Toledo, with a degree in civil engineering and began his long and dedicated career...
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...
Martin John Vronick
May 3, 2025
Martin John Vronick (90) passed away on May 3, 2025. He was born on October 29, 1934, at home in Tallmadge, Ohio. He married Rose Marie Wilsac in 1962 and their marriage spanned over 60 years until she preceded him in death in 2023. Their greatest joy was raising their daughters Kyra Grathwohl and Mia (Steve) Rohweder....
Blake Ivan Weller
May 1, 2025
Blake Ivan Weller, 104, passed away May 1, 2025 in Wheaton, Illinois. Blake was born in Johnstown, Pennsylvania on May 19, 1920 to Howard and Elda nee Weaver. He was very proud to have grown up in Akron but still had deep roots to his relatives in Pennsylvania. Blake attended Hower Trade School. He was a man...
Shelby Lynne Stevens Kennedy Spinner
Apr 30, 2025
Shelby Lynne Stevens Kennedy Spinner, born September 9, 1999, who had her 'gotcha' day November 8, 1999, passed away April 30, 2025. Shelby fought her battle with cancer from January 23, 2024 until April 30, 2025. She did so with grace, dignity, and courage. She is survived by her husband John Noah Spinner; her parents Scott &...
Samuel Richard Dodson
Apr 29, 2025
MSGT Samuel R. Dodson 89, passed away on April 29,2025.
Sam was born in Akron to the late Samuel and Mae Dodson. He was one of six brothers and served 20 years in the United States Air Force. He was an avid fisherman and loved spending his time on the lake.
Sam is...
Michael Olson
Apr 28, 2025
Michael Olson, 74, passed away Monday, April 28, 2025. He was born in Ravenna and was a resident of Cuyahoga Falls. He was employed by Walmart for 19 years and happily retired in 2012. Golfing and his dogs, Mickey and Minnie were then his passions. He was preceded in death by his father, Stanley Olson; and his...
John 'Jack' Karl Wilson
Apr 28, 2025
John K. 'Jack' Wilson, 81, passed away April 28, 2024. Jack was born in Akron on December 27, 1943 to the late Les & Jean Wilson. He was a 1961 graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School, where he was an inter-city conference all-star. He served his country in the US Army and spent one tour of duty...
George Lawrence Mcwilliams
Apr 19, 2025
George McWilliams, 21, beloved son and brother, has gone home to Heaven with Jesus. George was born December 26, 2003 in Akron to Larry and Helen McWilliams. He attended Immaculate Heart of Mary Grade School and was a 2022 graduate of Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy. While he passed before finishing his recreation, park, and tourism management degree, he was...
Gregory Thomas Shook
Apr 17, 2025
Gregory T. Shook, 63, passed away on April 17, 2025. Greg was born on September 18, 1961 to Tom & Joanne Shook and was a 1979 graduate of Tiffin Calvert High School. Greg worked most of his career as a salesman in the industrial knife industry, criss-crossing the country while building multiple businesses over 30-plus years. He closed his...
