Obituaries

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...

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,...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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....

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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)...

Jan 17, 2025

JoAnn Marcinkoski, 91, passed away and joined the choir of angels on Friday January 17, 2025, after a brave and difficult 7-year battle with pulmonary fibrosis. JoAnn was born September 16, 1933, to Harold and Anne (McDermott) Slevin in Akron, Ohio and has been an area resident her entire life. She was a graduate of Springfield High...

Jan 17, 2025

Russell P. Oakes, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2025, at the age of ninety-seven. He was born on October 6, 1927, to Urban and Matilda Oakes (nee: Myers) at Akron, Ohio, but moved in 1959 and called Stow his home. Russell leaves behind a legacy filled with love, wisdom, and unwavering support...

Jan 16, 2025

Richard "Dick" Drouhard, 76, died after a long illness on January 16, 2025, in Akron, Ohio. He was surrounded by his family with love and care in his final days. Dick was born January 24, 1948, to Robert D. and Anna (Coe) Drouhard. Dick was raised in Kenmore with his 4 siblings. He was always a hard...

Jan 16, 2025

Joan Killian Fisk, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, was welcomed into heaven on January 16, 2025. Joan was born on February 9, 1947, to Jack and Miriam Killian. She was brought home to their small farm in Springfield Township, where she would remain for most of her life. She was raised alongside her younger brother, Tim, and...