Obituaries

Apr 12, 2024

Jerry Plaster, 76, of New Franklin, Ohio passed away April 12, 2024. He was born in Akron, Ohio on July 17, 1947. Preceeded in death by parents Clarence (Ed) and Betty Plaster. Sister Linda Lynn. Survived by sisters Nancy Schaeffer (Gary) and Lori Plaster. Daughters; Julie Fairchild and Missie Cook. Sons; Tim, RJ, Sam, and Jesse (Alexandria) Plaster. Eight...

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...

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...

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...

Apr 9, 2024

George Schulz Jr

February 26, 1931 – April 9, 2024

Dad was born in Yugoslavia on February 26, 1931 to George and Magdelena Schulz. He was a WWII refugee sent to Germany after the Russians took control of the town. He had many fascinating stories about his experiences growing up during the war. He had...

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...

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....

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,...

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...

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...

Apr 3, 2024

Louis "Lou" N. Matteo, Jr., 71, of Stow, passed away on April 3, 2024.

Born in Akron, Ohio on December 26, 1952, the son of the late Louis. Sr., and Mary Matteo, Louis has been a lifetime resident of Stow and was a member of Holy Family Parish.  He graduated from Stow-Munroe Falls High School and the...

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...

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...

Mar 24, 2024

James E. Gates, 71, of Uniontown, Ohio, passed away peacefully in his home on March 24, 2024.

Jim is survived by his wife of 49 years, Pam (Wiese); daughters Alyssa (David) Schreiber and Kara (John) Kirkpatrick; grandchildren, Katelyn and Jackson Schreiber and Lila Kirkpatrick, sister-in-law Lori (Mike) Mavrigian; nieces Jennifer (John) Fowler, Erin Marriott and Cheryl Johnson;...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Mar 21, 2024

Joanne LaBelle (Pennington) passed away at 81 on March 21, 2024, after a short illness.

She was a fun-loving woman who loved camping and fishing at Lake Pymatuning. She was proud of her time in the tire mold industry, working at the Akron Equipment Co. and Manchester Products.

She was preceded in death by her...