Obituaries
Local Obituaries
Serving Families Throughout Summit And Stark Counties. Located In Akron, Cuyahoga Falls, And Green.
John S. Rambacher
Jan 16, 2025
John ("Jack") S. Rambacher died on January 16, 2025, after suffering from Alzheimer's and associated declining health. Jack was born to Sylvester J. and Harriet (Krill) Rambacher on October 19, 1936 in Akron, Ohio. He was the eldest of their four (4) children, followed by brother, James Rambacher (wife, Judy - being predeceased); and, 2 sisters, Betty...
Edward A. Fay, Jr.
Jan 15, 2025
Edward A. Fay, Jr., beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle and brother died January 15, 2025 after a brief illness. Ed was born on April 11, 1938 in Akron, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Barbara (PALKO) in 2011; his parents, Edward A. and Dorothy Fay and his brother Thomas. Mourning his passing are...
Dolores (Rocha) Zuder
Jan 13, 2025
Dolores Zuder reposed in the Lord on January 13, 2025. Born on September 14, 1938, in Johnstown PA, she was the fourth of eight living children to be brought into the world by Sotero and Helen (Machik) Rocha, and she spent the next 86 years finding and making her way in it. From her youth, she knew...
Harriet Ann Burnham
Jan 12, 2025
Harriet Ann Burnham (McDonald) age 93 passed away January 12, 2025. Â Harriet was a lifelong Akron resident. She attended St. Mary elementary and graduated from St. Mary High School in 1949.
Harriet worked for Summit Wholesale Co., Akron Board of Education Food Services and Mill Street Noodle at Quaker Square. She is preceded in death by parents...
Richard Paul Hixson
Jan 12, 2025
Richard P. Hixson, born on August 15, 1940, in Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on January 12, 2025, at the age of 84. Richard was the son of Harold and Emmy Hixson and was preceded in death by his sisters Polly (Sam Buzek), Sandy Foote, and Susan Hixson. He is survived by his devoted wife,...
Sandra May (Comedy) Christ
Jan 11, 2025
Sandra Christ, 78, passed away Saturday, January 11, 2025, at Cleveland University Hospital. Sandra was born November 19, 1946 to James and Maxine (Miller) Comedy in Akron and had been an area resident her entire life. She was a 1965 graduate of Garfield High School. She was the Super PTA Mom and had served as PTA President...
Pamela Hardbarger
Jan 11, 2025
Pamela J. Hardbarger, 54, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, January 11, 2025 after a series of illnesses. Pam was born in Parkersburg, West Virginia to Opal and Roger Hardbarger. She graduated from Wirt County High School in 1988 and moved to Akron shortly after. She worked in manufacturing for Quickys. In her spare time, Pam enjoyed being...
Bernetta Anweiler
Jan 9, 2025
Bernetta May Anweiler, (Shults) (Rogers) passed away on January 9, 2025. Bernetta was born in Millersburg, Ohio on May 14, 1923. She moved to Firestone Park with her family and had fond memories of growing up with her sisters, Dorothy and Helen, walking to school with many friends, and watching the circus set up across from their home back...
Thomas Csora
Jan 8, 2025
Thomas T. Csora, 83, went to be with Jesus on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. He was born on October 15, 1941, the only child to Ted and Marie (Endress) Csora; Tom started his career after graduating from Garfield High School in 1959. He married his High School Sweetheart, Linda Webb. He started work at A.C. Supply for...
Dale Edward Matwiju
Jan 7, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dale Edward Matwiju, who left us peacefully on January 7, 2025 at the age of 71. Born in Akron, Ohio on July 15, 1953, Dale lived his entire life in this vibrant city, creating a legacy of kindness and warmth.
Dale's journey in life was characterized...
John Danielak
Jan 5, 2025
John "Chuck" Danielak, 88, passed away in Ohio on January 5th, 2025. Born to John and Ann Danielak, he graduated from Central High School in Akron, lettering in basketball. John received his bachelor's degree from Kent State University and then joined the Army Reserves. He had an outstanding career in finance for 32 years with Terex and...
Barbara Ann (Ervin) Orndorff
Jan 4, 2025
Barbara Ann Orndorff, 81, passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 4, 2025. Barbara was born in Akron on December 24, 1943, to the late Gilmore and Vada Ervin and was a lifelong area resident. Barbara was an incredible baker; her sugar cookies, her cheesecake and her decorating skills were legendary. She retired from Akron General...
James Roland Howe
Jan 1, 2025
James Roland Howe, 84, passed away on Wednesday, January 1, 2025. Jim was born in Akron and was a lifelong area resident. He was a proud veteran of the US Navy, serving during the Cuban Missile Crisis. Jim was a longtime member of St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church. He retired as an electrical quality control director...
Richard E. Grochowski
Jan 1, 2025
Richard E. Grochowski, 81, passed away January 1st, 2025. Born in Cairnbrook, Pennsylvania, Richard moved with his family to Akron graduating from Akron North High School. After serving in the United States Air Force, Richard joined the Akron Police Department, retiring after 25 years of service. Richard continued to be active with the Fraternal Order of Police,...
Maryanne (Oxley) Oddo
Dec 30, 2024
Maryanne Oddo, 85, passed away unexpectedly on December 30, 2024. Maryanne was born on October 9, 1939 in Dillonvale, OH and had been a resident of Green for over 60 years. She was a member of Faith Family Church in Canton. Maryanne dedicated her life to being a homemaker and raising her children. Maryanne was preceded in...
Blaine Francis Muehlbauer
Dec 28, 2024
Blaine F. Muehlbauer, 67, of Akron, Ohio passed away on Saturday, December 28, 2024 at his home. A graduate of Warren G. Harding HS, Blaine enlisted in the US Army , where he was active duty for 6 years and had been stationed in Darmstadt, Germany. It was during this time that he was able to entertain...
Diana Mae (Stott) Nathaniel
Dec 27, 2024
June 12, 1952 - December 27, 2024 With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Diana Mae Nathaniel, a beacon of love and light who touched the lives of all who knew her. Her kind heart, infectious laughter, and unwavering love left a legacy in our family. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and sister she cherished her...
Patrick Shawn Sullivan
Dec 26, 2024
Patrick Shawn Sullivan, 70, passed away unexpectedly on December 26, 2024. Patrick was born on August 22, 1954 to the late James & Eleanor Sullivan and was a graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School. He graduated from the Tallmadge Police Academy and worked as a deputy sheriff for the Summit County Sheriff Office for over 25 years....
Opal Dolores Epling
Dec 24, 2024
Opal D. Epling, 96, left this earthly life Tuesday, December 24, 2024. Opal was born March 27, 1928, to Frank and Gertrude (Oldaker) Hall in Akron and had been a Green resident since 1951. Opal was preceded in death by her husband Ronald, sons Frank and Daniel, grandson Jeffery McCort, brother Frank Hall and sister Edna Nahas....


