Obituaries

Jun 23, 2025

Dr. Joseph "Joe" Mark Stewart, M.D., age 63, of Poinciana, Florida, passed away on June 23, 2025. Joe is survived by his devoted wife, Shelly Stewart, and their three children: Matthew Stewart, of Nashville, Tennessee, and his wife Christina, with their three daughters: Gabriella, Thérèse, and Magdalene; Michael Stewart, of Rockford, Michigan, and his wife Jessica, with...

Jun 23, 2025

Ann Marie Nikirk (née Porpora), age 57, was called home to join her Heavenly Father on June 23, 2025, following a courageous and prolonged battle with cancer. Born in Akron, Ohio, Ann was the beloved daughter of Patricia and the late Charles Porpora. She graduated from Archbishop Hoban High School in 1986 and earned her degree from...

Jun 22, 2025

Carol Ann Wilson, 86, passed away on June 22, 2025.

Carol was born in Akron on May 5, 1939 to the late William & Ada Archer and was a 1957 graduate of Garfield High School. Carol was musically inclined. She loved to play the piano and sing. In her later years, she enjoyed arts &...

Jun 22, 2025

Patrick "Pye" Andrew and Braxton "B" Andrew Cross passed away June 21, 2025.Patrick was born June 18, 1998 to Jacqueline Cross in Akron. He graduated from Kenmore High School in 2016 and went on to become a Union Carpenter for Local 285. Pye married his high school sweetheart in 2019 and together they had two boys. He was a natural...

Jun 21, 2025

James J. Belinsky, 92, loving Husband, Father, and Pap left this world peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Saturday, June 21st, 2025. Jim was born on April 14, 1933, to the late Joseph and Stella Belinsky in Spangler, PA. Jim was a simple man who was strong, hardworking and loved his family. He was drafted...

Jun 16, 2025

John R. Doll, 72, passed away on June 16, 2025 after a lengthy battle with Parkinson's Disease. John was born in Barberton on December 4, 1952 to the late William & Annalee Doll and was a1970 graduate of Wadsworth High School. He owned and operated Park Hill Beauty Salon in Firestone Park for over 30 years. John...

Jun 15, 2025

Loretta Hartline, 58, passed away on June 15, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Loretta was born on June 12, 1967 in Akron and was a 1985 graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School. She was employed by Cornwell Tools in Wadsworth and was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Cuyahoga Falls. Loretta...

Jun 13, 2025

Eileen M. Solomon, a devoted and loving wife and mother, died peacefully at home on June 13, 2025 after a long illness. Eileen was born February 8, 1945 in Akron, Ohio. She was the beloved mother of David M. Solomon II and Gina Marie Solomon. She was preceded in death by her husband, David; her parents, Raymond...

Jun 12, 2025

John Hentosz, 101, passed away peacefully, on June 12, 2025. John was born in Connellsville, PA to the late Frank and Mary Hentosz on February 9, 1924. He was a graduate of Hower High School. John served his country in the US Navy, in the South Pacific, during WWII. He retired from the Firestone Tire & Rubber...

Jun 12, 2025

Mary Ann McGowan, 87, passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2025. Mary Ann was born in Akron to the late Frank and Anna LaPenna and was a lifelong area resident. She was a lifelong, faithful member of St. John the Baptist Church, where she participated in the St. Vincent de Paul Society. Mary Ann was also a...

Jun 12, 2025

Together again Mary Stupak, 96, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2025. Born on September 30, 1928, in Barberton, She was the beloved daughter of John and Caroline Reis of Copley. Mary worked for many years before retiring from Coastal Tank Lines. She and her late husband, Ernie, shared a deep love for dancing,...

Jun 11, 2025

Kenneth (Ken) Overholt of Winter Springs, Florida passed away on June 11, 2025 at the age of 74. He was born in Akron, Ohio on April 10, 1951. Ken was a retiree of Lockheed-Martin at the Orlando, Florida facility and was a financial officer. Ken was a member of the University Carillon Methodist Church in Oviedo, Florida...

Jun 10, 2025

Franklin 'Frank' Redd, 89, of Randolph, passed away June 10, 2025.Frank was born in Northampton on December 15, 1935 to the late Lynville & Florence Redd and was a graduate of Woodridge High School. He retired from the Ford Motor Co. Stamping Plant in Walton Hills in 1990 after 40 years of service. Frank had lived in Atwater since...

Jun 10, 2025

Dorothy "Dottie" M. Bassett, 91, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 25, 1934, in New Hampshire, Dottie was the daughter of the late George and Ethel Sweatt. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend whose warmth and kindness touched everyone she met. Dottie...

Jun 9, 2025

Michael E Lombardi passed away June 9, 2025 surrounded by his family. He was born to Janette and the late Robert Lombardi. A 1973 graduate of Central Catholic HS. Mike moved to Arizona shortly after. He graduated from Arizona State University with a degree in Micro Electronic Engineering and worked for many years at Intel. After his...

Jun 7, 2025

Boncil "Cindy" Stollar June 9, 1934 - June 7, 2025 Boncil "Cindy" Stollar, of Akron Ohio passed away peacefully on June 7, 2025, just two days shy of her 91st birthday. She was born on June 9, 1934, in Huntington, West Virginia, and was one of five children. She was preceded in death by her beloved twin...

Jun 7, 2025

Alan Waded Giles of Green passed away on Saturday June 7, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. Alan is now reunited with his loving wife Judith Giles. Alan enjoyed playing golf and gambling with friends. He had a long successful career and retired with Goodyear. Alan spent his final months in the care of loved ones at...

Jun 7, 2025

Jerome Pecko, of Barberton, Ohio passed away on Saturday, June 7, 2025. He was 79. Born and raised in Akron, Ohio he was the son of the late Joseph and Ann Pecko. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Rebecca (Jones) Pecko; siblings Joe (Kathryn) Pecko and Maureen (Mike Esselburn) Prebynski; and many nieces &...

Jun 3, 2025

Louis Bernard "Bud" DeMarco, age 75, cruised into eternity on June 3rd, 2025...6-3, just like the infamous '63 split window Corvette. Bud was born on May 1,1950 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-Go Steelers! Bud was many things - strong-willed, charming, loving, stubborn, hilarious, and at times, a little difficult - but never forgettable. Bud is preceded in death by...

Jun 3, 2025

Kristin Marie Latchaw, 41, passed away peacefully and woke up in Heaven on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. She was our true miracle child who survived a diagnosis of Medulloblastoma at the age of 5. Kristin went on to lead an amazing life, she was well traveled enjoying many vacations at the beach and other places with her...