William John Mushisky
Jan 30, 2025
William John Mushisky, 86, passed away Thursday, January 30, 2025, the 60th anniversary of his marriage, with his beloved wife, Joyce, by his side. William was born November 15, 1938, to William and Margaret (Wohlwend) Mushisky in Akron and had been an area resident his entire life. He was a 1958 graduate of Stow High School and...
Rosemary Joan (Gersna) Mileski
Jan 29, 2025
Rosemary Joan (Gersna) Mileski July 1, 1930 - January 29, 2025 Rosemary Joan (Gersna) Mileski, age 94, of Akron, OH, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 29, 2025. She was born on July 1, 1930, in Washington, PA, to Cyril and Rose Gersna. As a young child, Rosemary moved with her family to Akron, where she attended...
Raymond Edward Gent
Jan 28, 2025
Raymond E. Gent, 83, passed away on January 28, 2025. Ray was born in Youngstown, OH on September 27, 1941 to the late Thomas & Edith Gent and had lived in the Akron area for nearly 60 years. Ray served his country as a Corpsmen for the US Navy during the Vietnam Era. Following his service in...
George Anthony Wischt
Jan 28, 2025
George A. Wischt, Sr., 90, passed away peacefully at home on January 28, 2025. George was born on August 13, 1934 to the late George Albert & Rose Mary Wischt and was a graduate of Garfield High School in Akron. George served his country as a member of the US Army during the Korean Conflict. He retired...
Ints Gerhards Dedzins
Jan 26, 2025
Ints G. Dedzins, 92, passed away peacefully with his family by his side, on January 26, 2025. Ints was born in Talsi, Latvia on March 29, 1932 and came to the US as a young man. He served his country as a member of the US Army during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of the United Latvian...
Tom Mills
Jan 26, 2025
Tom Mills passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, January 26, 2025. Tom is survived by his beloved wife of 46 years, Sandra Kay Mills, the love of his life. Family was everything to Tom and he leaves behind 4 cherished sons: Stephen Mills & his wife Amy, Michael Mills & his wife Dawn,...
Ladislav Pacur
Jan 25, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our caring father, Ladislav Pacur, who left us peacefully on January 25, 2025, at the age of 88. He was born on September 17, 1936, to the late Rudi and Kata Pacur, in Osijek, Croatia, where he spent his early years before making a life for himself in...
Beatrice C. Clauss
Jan 25, 2025
Beatrice C. Clauss, 100, passed away Saturday, January 25, 2025. She was born in Hastings, Pennsylvania and was an Akron area resident since 1942. Beatrice was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, the Church Altar & Rosary Society and Holy Hour. She was a lifetime member of Firestone VFW Post 3383 Auxiliary. During World War II,...
Jeanette (Forcina) Murray
Jan 25, 2025
Jeanette Murray, 88, passed away on January 25, 2025. Jeanette was born in Republic, PA on July 1, 1936 to the late Orlando & Dominncia Forcina and had been a Cuyahoga Falls resident for over 60 years. Jeanette was a longtime member of the First United Methodist Church in Cuyahoga Falls. She was employed by Steere Enterprises...
Jerome "Jerry" Edward Nairne
Jan 25, 2025
Jerome "Jerry" Nairne, 70, passed away surrounded by his family on January 25, 2025. Jerry was born March 12, 1954 to the late Chester Nairne and Lois Tremper in East Orange, NJ and was a 1972 graduate of Howland High School. He went on to become the owner and operator of Chesterfield Companies, where he worked tirelessly...
Mary W. Wagner
Jan 24, 2025
Mary Wagner, 99, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2025. Mary was born on February 14, 1925 in Kent to the late Edward and Bessie Rogers, and was a 1943 graduate of Kent Roosevelt High School. She was a faithful parishioner of Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Mary loved to spend time with her family, play bridge,...
Alexander Dean Simpson
Jan 24, 2025
Alexander "Alex" Dean Simpson, beloved son of Helen and Rich Simpson, left us suddenly on the evening of January 24th, 2025. Alex proudly served in the United States Marine Corps and was a member of Stow American Legion Post 175. Alex's heart in service was demonstrated in his time as a Sheriff's Deputy, as well as with his friends...
John 'Pete' & Kathryn Mihelick
Jan 23, 2025
It is with both profound sadness and joy that we share the passing of our beloved parents John Lewis "Pete" Mihelick and Kathryn Elizabeth (Dengler) Mihelick. John left us on Dec 20, 2024 and our mother passed just weeks later on January 23 2025. Both were 93 years old.
Born in 1931, they met and fell in...
Agnes Mary Justice
Jan 22, 2025
Agnes Mary Justice, 98, passed away peacefully in her sleep Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at Greenview Assisted Living. Aggie was born in Akron to the late Nunzio and Anita Aidala and was a lifelong area resident. She was a active member of St. Anthony of Padua Parish, involved in the art club and the St. Monica's Guild....
Jerry G. Jenkins
Jan 21, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mr. Jerry G. Jenkins, who left us peacefully on January 21, 2025, at the age of 68. Born on March 20, 1956, at Akron, OH, Jerry was a proud resident of the city, where he lived a life full of love, laughter, and adventure.
Jerry was...
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)...
