Obituaries

Local Obituaries

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

Rex  Allen Godfrey

Rex Allen Godfrey

Jul 14, 2015

Rex A. Godfrey, born in Akron, Ohio on September 20, 1933, died on July 14, 2015, the Feast of St. Kateri Tekakwitha. He was preceded in death by his parents, Hugh O. and Ann K. (née Powers) Godfrey, two daughters, Ellen Neesmith and April DeBacker, and his sister, Sherry (Roger) Roulette. He is survived by one sister, Jerry (John)...

Michael Kormushoff,  Sr.

Michael Kormushoff, Sr.

Jul 11, 2015

Dedo, 91, peacefully passed away July 11, 2015 in his sleep after a short illness. He is now reunited with his wife, Anne (Dimoff), of 68 years who is no doubt asking him why it took him so long to join her. Dedo was also preceded in death by his beloved daughter, Kathy Ann, father Ordan, mother Antina, brother...

Laurie  Ann Miller

Laurie Ann Miller

Jul 10, 2015

Laurie Ann (Cicci) Miller, 40, passed away unexpectedly July 10, 2015 near Cadiz, Ohio. Laurie grew up in Green and resided in Akron. She was employed by the Marhofer Auto Group. Laurie loved animals, the outdoors, and spending time with friends and family. Laurie is survived by loving parents, David & Carol Cicci of Green; sister Dana (Robert) Coffman...

Joseph Gary ""Gary"" Lewis

Joseph Gary ""Gary"" Lewis

Jul 9, 2015

Gary Lewis, 75, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2015 at the Sunrise Senior Living in Cuyahoga Falls. Born in Akron on February 13, 1940 to the late Carl & Peggy Lewis, Gary had been a Cuyahoga Falls resident for most of his life. He was a graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School and received both his bachelor and...

Joseph  Andrew Denholm

Joseph Andrew Denholm

Jul 8, 2015

Joseph Denholm Jr., 77, went home to the Lord on Wednesday, July 8, 2015. Joe was a 1956 graduate of North High School. He joined the Akron fire department in 1968 and was in the first class of paramedics in 1978. After his retirement in 1991 he attended the University of Akron where he earned a degree in Community...

Robert  Lee Mcclain

Robert Lee Mcclain

Jul 6, 2015

Robert Lee "Ducky" McClain, 84, passed away Monday, July 6, 2015 at Barberton Hospital. Robert was born in Ashland, KY to the late Jesse & Hattie McClain on August 17, 1930. He served in the Navy for a total of five years During the Korean Conflict, including two in North Africa as a Navy Fireman. After being discharged from...

Theresa Ottogalli

Theresa Ottogalli

Jul 4, 2015

Theresa Ottogalli passed away on July 4, 2015. She is survived by her sisters, Ann Memmer, Eve Lauck, and Doris Collins, along with many nieces and nephews. Calling hours will be on Wednesday from 5-8 p.m. at the Dunn-Quigley Funeral Home, Stow (3333 Kent Rd. at Rt. 91). Mass of Christian Burial will be on Thursday at 10:00 a.m at...

Robert Gentzel

Robert Gentzel

Jul 1, 2015

Robert A. Gentzel, 96, passed away on July 1, 2015, while residing at Grande Village Assisted Living in Twinsburg. Born in Pennsylvania to the late Frank and Bertha Gentzel, he had lived most of his life in the Canfield area. During World War II he served with the U.S. Coast Guard after which he trained as an electrician and heating/air...

James  J. Docy

James J. Docy

Jun 29, 2015

James J. Docy, 75, passed away Monday, June 29, 2015. He was born in Akron and was a graduate of Green High School Class of 1959. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and retired from Cantex. James was an avid bingo player and enjoyed watching sports. He is survived by his wife of 22 years, Margaret...

Linda  Caroline Johnson

Linda Caroline Johnson

Jun 28, 2015

Linda Caroline Johnson (Rich), 52, passed away Sunday, June 28, 2015 surrounded by her family after a courageous battle with COPD. Linda was preceded in death by her husband David and her father Philip Rich. She is survived by her daughters Jennifer and Jessica; granddaughter Mackenzie; mother Rosalie; siblings Brenda, Kay, Diane, Susan, Mary, Philip Jr, Billy, Charles, Joseph...

Robert  P. Sinnett

Robert P. Sinnett

Jun 27, 2015

Robert Paul Sinnett, 83, formerly of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio passed away on Saturday, June 27, 2015 following a long illness. Robert was born in Parkersburg, West Virginia on November 30, 1931 and moved to Akron, Ohio in the early 1950's. Robert was the former owner of Alfredo's Italian Restaurant in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio and enjoyed reminiscing with friends and...

Mary Ann "Mirney" Gehring

Mary Ann "Mirney" Gehring

Jun 27, 2015

Mary Ann Gehring (aka Mirney) passed away on June 27, 2015, at home with her family, after a long, courageous battle with ovarian cancer. Mary Ann was born in Akron, and was an area resident her entire life. She worked as a registered nurse at Akron General Medical Center as well as the Cleveland Clinic. Mary Ann was member...

John White

John White

Jun 26, 2015

John L. White, 80, passed away on June 26, 2015. Born in Akron, the son of the late David and Mildred White, he was currently a resident of Cuyahoga Falls. John was an Air Force veteran of the Korean Conflict and will be inurned at the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery on Thursday, July 9 at 12:30 p.m. with military...

Michael Adams

Michael Adams

Jun 26, 2015

Michael Adams Jr., 97, passed away June 26 at Chapel Hill Retirement Community. Michael was born in Star Junction, PA. He graduated from Garfield High School, and remained in Akron for over 90 years. Mike was a decorated Army veteran, serving during World War II. He retired in 1981 from Reiter Dairy with seventeen years service as a driver/salesman....

Mary Auseon

Mary Auseon

Jun 26, 2015

Mary J. Auseon, age 82, of Caldwell, formerly of Akron, passed away June 24, 2015 at Summit Acres in Caldwell. Mary was born January 9, 1933 in Akron to the late William H. and Geraldine M. Auseon. Mary was a 1950 graduate of St.Vincent High School and member of St. Vincent Church. She retired as a CRT Operator after more...

Constantin Budacov

Constantin Budacov

Jun 25, 2015

Constantin 'Stan' Budacov, 61, passed away on June 25, at Akron City Hospital. Born in Romania on March 17, 1954, he served in the Romanian Army before moving to the US in 1979. He was a member of Presentation of our Lord Romanian Orthodox Church. He is survived by his sons Christian (Katie), Austin (Morgan), Cory, and Aaron Budacov;...

Mary Warner

Mary Warner

Jun 25, 2015

Mary Louise Warner, age 94, of Munroe Falls, passed away Thursday at Summa Western Reserve Hospital. Mary was born May 10, 1921 in East Palestine to the late Frances and Rose Bozzo. Mary was a Charter Member of Holy Family Catholic Church and was a devout and faithful servant of the parish she helped build. She served the church in...

Thomas  J. Hagerman

Thomas J. Hagerman

Jun 24, 2015

Thomas J. Hagerman, Sr. fell asleep in the Lord on Wednesday, June 24, 2015. He was born in Gallup, Kentucky on October 17, 1923. He was a life member of VFW 8975 and American Legion 566. He served in the U.S. Navy in the South Pacific during World War II and also the Korean Conflict. He was a member...

Jennie  Lee Gradyan

Jennie Lee Gradyan

Jun 23, 2015

Jennie L. Gradyan passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Monday, June 23, 2015. She was born March 13, 1931 to the late Walter & Mary Hales in Akron. Jennie was a loving, devoted and wonderful mother, whose devotion to her children and grandchildren helped them grow into the people they were meant to be. In...

Judith Lee "Judy" Dilts

Judith Lee "Judy" Dilts

Jun 23, 2015

CUYAHOGA FALLS- Judith Lee Dilts, 73, passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2015 at Summa Western Reserve Hospital, with her husband at her side. Judy was born in Dayton, Ohio on June 19, 1942 to the late Howard & Viola Bankard. She married George Dilts in 1961, and together they moved to Cuyahoga Falls in 1964 to raise their...