Obituaries
Local Obituaries
Serving Families Throughout Summit And Stark Counties. Located In Akron, Cuyahoga Falls, And Green.
Stacey Lynn (Frescki) Semick
Aug 2, 2024
Stacey Lynn Semick July 2, 1966 - August 2, 2024 Stacey Lynn Semick, a loving and selfless soul, passed away on August 2nd at the age of 58. Born on July 2, 1966, Stacey was a beacon of light and kindness, always putting the needs of others above her own. Stacey's caring nature touched the lives of...
Mary Elizabeth Ryland
Jul 31, 2024
Mary Elizabeth Ryland of Stow, passed away unexpectedly at home on July 31, 2024, at the age of 64. Mary was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed music, films, gardening, and cooking, particularly holiday meals. She was a staunch supporter of women's rights and social justice work. In recent years, her greatest joys were spending time outdoors,...
Paul Michael Neugebauer
Jul 31, 2024
Paul M. Neugebauer, 54, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, July 31, 2024. Paul was born September 7, 1969, to William and Hildegard (Mader) Neugebauer in Akron and has been an area resident his entire life. He was a 1987 graduate of St. Vincent St. Mary High School and received a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from...
Timothy James Poth
Jul 30, 2024
Timothy James Poth, aged 36, passed away on July 30th at Summa Health Systems. His passing was an unexpected tragedy, and his family is deeply saddened by his loss. He was our beloved son, grandson, brother, nephew, husband, father and friend. Tim was born in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio to parents Kimberly Letson and Steven Poth. Tim was...
Magdalena (Tiefenbach) Felder
Jul 29, 2024
Magdalena (Tiefenbach) Felder, 93, passed away Monday, July 29, 2024, after a brief illness. Magdalena was born March 8, 1931 to Ferdinand and Elisabeth (Ress) Tiefenbach in Lipovacz, Yugoslavia and came to the United States and Akron in 1955. She was a faithful Member of St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church, German Family Society and the Ladies...
Edward Howard Roeger
Jul 27, 2024
Edward (Eddie)Roeger age 71, passed away on July 27th after a long illness. He will be united in eternity with his parents Howard and Maxine Roeger, sister Lana Carbaugh, and brother Bob Roeger. He leaves behind wife Lisa (Felice), sister Sandy (Richard) Kremer, sister Tammy (Michael) McGhee and many nieces and nephews and dear friends. Eddie played many sports...
Kelly Marie Daugintis
Jul 23, 2024
It is with great sorrow we are announcing the death of Kelly Marie Daugintis of Carrollton, Ohio. She was born July 9, 1971 and suddenly passed on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. We will miss Kelly "Marieski" and we will forever cherish all the great memories.
Kelly was under the superb care of Country View Manor in Carrollton...
Rosemary Vance
Jul 23, 2024
With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Rosemary Vance, 87 of Green, Ohio. Born in Akron Ohio on September 13, 1936. She graduated from East High School and spent most of her life as a "Domestic Engineer". Rosemary lived a full life and enjoyed bowling, golfing, playing Euchre with "The Girls", trips to the casino, listening...
Nicholas Ciavarella
Jul 23, 2024
Nicholas J Ciavarella Jr,, 63, beloved son, grandson, and brother, was called to his eternal rest on July 23, 2024. He entered this world on June 12, 1961 at Akron, OH, born to the late Nicholas and Gloria Ciavarella (nee Cortesi) and a cousin and friend to so many.
Nick attended Holy Family School at Stow where...
James Edward Adams
Jul 21, 2024
James Edward Adams, 70, passed away after a brief illness on July 21, 2024. Jim was born on April 29, 1954 to the late Joseph H. & Sallie Mae Adams, and was a 1972 graduate of Kenmore High School. He worked for Ohio Edison as a surveyor for over over 25 years. Jim is survived by his longtime friend...
Jared Ryder Snyder
Jul 21, 2024
Jared (Red) Ryder Snyder was born on December 21, 2022 to Justin and June (Sarraf) Snyder. Jared was diagnosed with a congenital heart disease called Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome, or HLHS. Much of Jared's life was spent in the hospital, but he brought so much joy to every single person around him with his one tooth smile, his silly waves,...
Charles Richard Piatt
Jul 20, 2024
Charles Richard Piatt, from Uniontown, Ohio known affectionately as Rich, passed away on July 20, 2024, at the age of 82 and went to be home with the Lord. A loving husband, brother and father in-law, Rich was born on May 20, 1942, in Barnesville, Ohio. A son of the late Donald Piatt and Mildred Piatt Fraley...
James Richard Mishler
Jul 20, 2024
James R. Mishler, 73, passed away on July 20, 2024. James was born on August 17, 1950, to the late Paul and Sara Mishler. He was a graduate of Garfield Highschool class of 1968. He recently retired from the Gilchrist Polymer Center where he worked in the warehouse for many years. James was an avid landscaper and...
Ronald Graner
Jul 19, 2024
86 years is a long time, but it wasn't long enough. Our Dad, Ron Graner, also known as "Chief" and "Mr. G", was welcomed into Heaven by our Mom on Friday, July 19, 2024, just 3 weeks shy of his 87th birthday. Ron was raised in Franklin, PA by his parents, Mary (Clune) and William Carl Graner,...
Ross Daniel Grimes
Jul 18, 2024
Ross D. 'Dan' Grimes, 67, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on July 18, 2024. Dan was born on February 13, 1957 to Ross E. & Donna M. Grimes and was a 1975 graduate of Coventry High School. He graduated from Kent State University with a Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Architecture. Dan worked for various firms...
Rev. Michael B. Smith
Jul 18, 2024
The Reverend Michael B. Smith, 77, priest of the Catholic Diocese of Cleveland, Pastor Emeritus of Immaculate Conception of Mary Parish, Akron, died Thursday, 18 July 2024 with the prayerful consolation of The Sacraments. Michael Brien Smith was born in Cleveland, Ohio. He was educated at St. Ann Parish School, Cleveland Heights OH, and Rocky River, OH...
Paul Edward Young
Jul 17, 2024
Paul Edward Young, age 85, was called home to be with our Lord peacefully, on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 with family in attendance in the Village of Saint Edward in Fairlawn. Paul succumbed to Parkinson's Disease that he had been battling for the last several years. Paul was born in Akron on August 18, 1938 to Harry...
Khamla Vatthanatham
Jul 16, 2024
Khamla Vatthanatham, 78, beloved husband and father passed away on Tuesday, July 16, 2024. Khamla was born in Muang Nan, Luangprabang, Laos on March 3, 1946 to Phai and Noy Vatthanatham and resided in Akron, Ohio since 1987. He is survived by his wife, Amkha; son, Phimpha (Sysamone); daughter, Chittana (Korakam); grandchildren, Summer, Kamdyn, Kailyn, and Alina;...
Jacob Peter Rak
Jul 16, 2024
Jacob Peter Rak, 54, passed away surrounded by family on Tuesday, July 16, 2024 after a battle with cancer. Jake, also known as Pete, was born in Akron and was a lifelong area resident. He graduated from Lake High School in 1988 and attended the University of Akron. He went on to work for SGS-Kyocera. Jake's greatest...
Margaret Ann (Brunner) Williams
Jul 13, 2024
On Saturday evening, July 13th, Margaret Ann Williams (Brunner) added her voice to the heavenly chorus. Her gentle spirit and exuberant personality created a treasure trove of memories for all who knew her. She was born the third of five children on March 14, 1952, to parents who instilled in her an abiding faith in God and...


