Obituaries

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...

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...

Mar 18, 2024

Thomas Mueller, 72, of Barberton passed away on Monday, March 18, 2024. Born in Akron, the son of the late Leo and Mary Ellen Mueller, Tom lived most his life in the Akron area and Medina. Before retirement, he worked as a skilled machinist and was known as a successful amateur boxer in his youth.

Tom is...

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...

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...

Mar 8, 2024

Lucija "Lou" Strebick, 96, passed away Friday, March 8, 2024. She was born in Croatia and was a long time cook at the New Era Restaurant known as the "strudel lady" and for her home-style cooking. Lucija was preceded in death by her parents, Josip and Marija Basic; husband, Steve; brother, Pere; and sisters, Seika and Ika....

Mar 8, 2024

Richard R. Robert II passed away peacefully on 8th March at the age of 78. Although born in South Carolina and living for short periods of time in Atlanta and Pittsburgh, most of his life was spent in Stow and then Akron. As a member of Holy Family Parish he attended the grade school, served as an altar boy...

Mar 8, 2024

Rick Glass, 76, passed away surrounded by family on March 8, 2024. Rick was born in Akron on October 28, 1947 to Paul & Betty Glass and was a 1966 graduate of Akron South High School. He served his country as a member of the US Army during the Vietnam War. Rick worked as a truck driver for both...

Mar 4, 2024

Kirk Douglas Fry, passed away on Monday, March 4, 2024. He was born in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio on February 9, 1956. Mr. Fry was preceded in death by his parents, Ronald and Barbara (Phillips) Fry; brothers, David, John and Mark Fry; step-son, Bradley Shock; and daughter, Crystal Fry. He is survived by his wife of 43 years,...

Mar 4, 2024

Dr. Ann S. Hickin -08/24/1940 – 03/04/2024

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Ann Hickin, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister. Ann, born in Akron and later residing in Stow, passed away on March 4, 2024. She leaves behind a legacy of love, compassion, and notable achievements....

Mar 2, 2024

Mabel H. Randall, 99 passed away Saturday, March 2, 2024, surrounded by her family. Mabel was born September 22, 1924, to Harold and Marie (Dumas) Butler in Brockton, Mass., and has been a resident in Akron, OH since 1969. In Massachusetts, she was a Camp Fire Girl leader, made/decorated doll cakes, enjoyed family, traveling, and visiting the...

Mar 1, 2024

Anna Marie Shall, 98, passed away peacefully in North Canton, Ohio on Friday, March 1, 2024 and now is with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ as well as many friends and family members that passed before her. Anna Marie was born in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio to the late Walter and Mary Holley on February 13, 1926. She graduated...

Feb 28, 2024

Eileen Demarco Halaiko, 77, passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2024. Eileen was born in an apartment connected to a Church on the island of Malta to the late Joseph & Carmela Demarco on October 28, 1946. She lived in London, Ontario, Canada, from age 2 until she met and married the love of her life, the late...

Feb 28, 2024

Phillip D. 'Dave' Cargill, 86, passed away peacefully at his home on February 28, 2024. Dave was born on October 20, 1937 in Akron, Ohio. He worked most of his adult life as an auto mechanic and retired from the City of Akron after 15 years as a heavy equipment mechanic. He enjoyed auto racing and built...

Feb 28, 2024

Michael R. "Mike" Pascu, 76, passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2024. He was born in Akron and was a retired Brick Mason. Mike was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Rema (Metcalf) Pascu; first wife, Colleen; and second wife, Connie. He is survived by his children, Michael (Terri) Tandarich and Todd (Angela) Tandarich, Scott (Amy)...

Feb 24, 2024

Rose Marie Nucci Darrow Yen, age 85 of Akron, Ohio passed away on Saturday, February 24, 2024. Now she is walking with Jesus. Rose Marie was born to Louis and Louise Nucci in Flushing, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Nesta Cireddu (Veto); and her brothers, Robert Nucci (Jean), James (Elizabeth) and Joseph (Maxine)....

Feb 23, 2024

Thalia Jane McVicker, 79, passed away Friday, 23 February 2024 at the Village of St. Edward in Green. Thalia was born 23 July 1944 to James R. and Ruth M. (Rexrode) Barkley in Elkins, WV. She graduated from Elkins High School ~class of '62, from Salem College with a bachelor's degree then obtaining a master's degree in...

Feb 21, 2024

Duane F. Kulton, 84, passed away on February 21, 2024. Duane, known as "Dewey" or "Du" to his family and friends, was a lifelong area resident. He was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in where he served as an usher. Duane was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Helen Kulton; and...

Feb 21, 2024

Thomas Tandarich, 88, passed away on February 21, 2024. Tom was born in Barberton on October 29, 1935 to the late Martin & Anna Tandarich. He served his Country as a member of the Air Force. Tom was very proud of his Croatian Heritage and was a longtime member of the Croatian Club of Akron, where he...

Feb 20, 2024

Patrick Edward Taylor Sr. (1950-2024)

Akron born Blues Musician and Proud Irish-American Patrick "Paddy" Taylor has passed away

peacefully on February 20th 2024 at the age of 73.

Paddy was born in Akron, OH on November 5th 1950 to Floyd and Marilyn Taylor. A Wildcat

Graduate of Central High School in...