Edwina Elaine (Martin) Daugherty
Apr 13, 2024
Edwina Elaine "Winnie" (Martin) Daugherty born September 13, 1939, in Akron, Ohio to James Maxwell Martin and Frances M. (Stockwell) Martin passed away peacefully in her sleep April 13, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, siblings Charles P. Martin, Isabelle Arlene Pryor, twin brother Edwin J. Martin, and son Thomas. She is survived by...
Geraldine Marie (Krajeck) Gross
Apr 11, 2024
Green - Geraldine Marie Gross, 77, passed away Thursday, April 11, 2024 in her home. Geraldine was born October 12, 1946 in Akron to Peter and Carmen (Houston) Krajeck and was a Green resident most of her life. She was employed by Sears in Decorating Sales for over 25 years. Geraldine was preceded in death by her...
Frank Nicholas Butera
Apr 10, 2024
Frank Nicolas Butera of Akron, Ohio passed away on Wednesday April 10, 2024 at the age of 75 after fighting a courageous battle of lung cancer. Frank was born August 21, 1948 to Frank and Grace (Reese) Butera in Akron and the world became a kinder place. He lived in the area most of his life. Frank...
Zachary M. Field
Apr 10, 2024
Zachary Michael Field, 34, passed away unexpectedly on April 10, 2024. Zach was born in Akron on February 21, 1990 and was a 2008 graduate of Kenmore High School. Zach was a very dedicated healthcare worker his entire adult life. Zach was a kind and gentle soul who loved the outdoors. He loved fishing with his dad...
John Lee Moore
Apr 9, 2024
John Moore, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away on April 9th, 2024. He is survived by his loving wife Deborah; his children, Steve, Jeff (Tara), Danielle (Mike) Troutman, and Angela Moore; his siblings Star (Tom) Serdinak and Tom Moore; and grandchildren, Thomas, Brittney, Allyson, Mac, and Michael. John was preceded in death by his parents...
Lanis Verlin O'Quinn
Apr 8, 2024
Lanis O'Quinn, age 88, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2024. He was born in Bee, Virginia on December 17, 1935 and resided in Uniontown, Ohio. He retired in 1991 from Babcock & Wilcox Nuclear Division after 43 years as a welder. He also spent many years with his brother, Donnie, working for their own moving company....
Anita Rose Colant
Apr 7, 2024
Anita (Krissovich) Colant, 89, peacefully went to be with Jesus Sunday, April 7, 2024 surrounded by family in her home. Anita was born September 23, 1934 to Andrew and Anna (Regallis) Krissovich in Akron and had been an area resident her entire life. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Anthony, brothers Andrew and Joseph,...
Joyce Wilene (Stout) Cordi
Apr 4, 2024
Joyce Wilene Cordi, 81, of Suffield Township, OH, passed away Thursday, April 4, 2024 surrounded by family and friends. She was born in Akron and was a member of the Brown Street Church of Christ. Wilene enjoyed gardening, sending correspondence cards to friends, collecting Longaberger baskets, and volunteering for Meals on Wheels. Mrs. Cordi was preceded in...
Bruce Alan Herring Sr.
Apr 3, 2024
Bruce A. Herring Sr., 74, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 3,2024 surrounded by family. He was born to the late Helen Rose (Jones) Herring and Charles Henderson on March 7, 1950. Bruce was born in Akron, Ohio, but had a deep love for San Francisco, California where he spent a lot of his time. Along with his parents...
Rita Lucille (Miller) Vaughan
Mar 29, 2024
On Good Friday, March 29, 2024, Mom's prayers were answered as she peacefully made her way to Heaven. She was blessed with 103 years of strong faith, a large loving family, happiness and good health. Mom was a legend to all those who had the good fortune of knowing her. Rita Lucille Louise Miller Vaughan was born...
Steven Charles Porpora
Mar 25, 2024
Steven C. Porpora, 55, passed away Monday March 25, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer. Steven was born in Akron to Patricia and Charles Porpora and was a lifelong area resident. A 1987 graduate of Archbishop Hoban High School, he received his bachelors degree from Walsh University and his Masters in Engineering from The University of...
Joan (Thomas) Ripley
Mar 24, 2024
Joanie Adele Ripley, 71, of Greenville, South Carolina (formally of Akron, Ohio) passed away on March 24, 2024. Joanie was born in Akron, Ohio on June 30, 1952. She was employed by Michelin (B.F. Goodrich) and retired in March of 2024 with 53 years of distinguished service. An avid Cleveland Browns Fan, Joanie's passions included watching football,...
Carylin M Balchak
Mar 23, 2024
After 101 years of a life overflowing with love, strength, nurturing, and hard work, our beautiful mother, Carylin Balchak, went to her rest on March 23 at the Gardens at Liberty Park in Streetsboro. Carylin was born to John and Margaret Hovanec in Uniontown, PA, on June 28, 1922. Her large family suffered the hardships of the...
Olga Helen (Stepanov) Phalin
Mar 23, 2024
Olga Helen Phalin, 93, peacefully passed away Saturday, March 23, 2024. Olga was born on January 31, 1931 to the late Michael and Violet Stepanov and was a lifelong area resident. She was preceded in death by her brother, Melvin Stepanov. She is survived by her children Debbie Fox (Dave) & Darrell (Shelley) Baker; grandchildren Missy Chapman...
Thomas Michael Ruckman Sr.
Mar 23, 2024
Thomas Michael Ruckman Sr. 74, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 23, 2024. Thomas was born on October 28, 1949, in Cuyahoga Falls Ohio to the late Robert and Margaret (Smith) Ruckman. He worked as a residential painter. Thomas enjoyed fishing, tennis, pool and listening to music. He especially loved classic rock. Along with his parents Thomas...
Jorge L. Vega
Mar 22, 2024
Jorge L. Vega, 87, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on March 22, 2024. Jorge was born October 6, 1936 in Barranquitas, Puerto Rico to the late Marcia and Ramona Vega. He came to Ravenna, Ohio in 1955 and worked as a farm hand. He was a longtime employee of R.B. Stout and retired from American...
Marianne Kluka
Mar 20, 2024
Marianne Kluka,78, passed away Wednesday, March 20, 2024. She was born in Akron and retired from the Eastern Central Motor Carriers Ass., Inc. after 27 years of service and also from the Record Publishing Company. She enjoyed reading, crocheting and going on cruises. Marianne was preceded in death by her parents, Louis and Mary Ann & sister...
Mary Ann Leasure
Mar 19, 2024
Maryann Leasure age 78 passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 19th. She was born March 8, 1946, daughter of John & Elizabeth Stark. Maryann fiercely loved her family. She loved to take day trips to Sugarcreek and taking her great-grandson to the zoo and water parks. Holidays were always a very special time for her when she...
David Michael Snider
Mar 16, 2024
Mike Snider, 71, passed away unexpectedly on March 16, 2024. Mike was born in Beaufort, SC on November 3, 1952 to David & Rita Snider and was a 1970 graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School. He worked as a design engineer, most recently for Laszeray Technology. Mike was an avid Harley rider, artist, skydiver, & marksman. Mike...
Mary K. Wiggins
Mar 13, 2024
Mary K. Wiggins, 81, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 13, 2024. She has been reunited with the love of her life, Cloyd (Butch), who she missed dearly. Mary was born in Akron and was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church. She retired from Bank One. She loved her family and her...