Obituaries

Aug 1, 2023

Dennis L. Hubele, 71 passed away peacefully on August 1, 2023, surrounded by his family after a long struggle battling cancer. At that time, all he believed and put his faith in became a reality, as he met our Lord face to face for eternal life. He was born in Akron to the late Leroy and Betty...

Jul 31, 2023

Ray A. Carlile, 89, passed away Monday, July 31, 2023. He was born in Cairo, West Virginia and was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. serving during the Korean Conflict. Mr. Carlile was a faithful member of Brown Street Church of Christ and retired from Ohio Edison after 40 years of service. He is survived...

Jul 31, 2023

Roger L. Karder, 78, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2023 at his home. Roger was born in Akron to the late Louis and Gizella Karder and was a lifelong area resident. He was a graduate of Garfield High School and worked as a skilled prototype machinist and tool and die maker. Roger spent his time building...

Jul 25, 2023

Thomas R. Lockhart, 96, passed away July 25, 2023 in Hendersonville, TN. Tom was born in Akron on July 26, 1926 to the late Biene & William Lockhart. He attended Canal Fulton High School before serving his country in the US Navy, in the Pacific Theatre during WWII and fought in support of the battles at Okinawa...

Jul 24, 2023

Richard B. Casto, 95, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2023 after a brief illness. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 71 years, Marion, along with 4 sons (Rick, Jeff and Greg from the Akron area and Steve from Bradenton, Florida), 10 grandchildren, many great grandchildren and a host of relatives and lifetime friends. Dick proudly...

Jul 23, 2023

Patricia Ann Rogers, 74, passed away Sunday, July 23, 2023, at Summa Akron City Hospital. Patricia was born October 15, 1948, to Corbett Willard and Gertrude (Schutte) Wright in Akron and had been an area resident most of her life. She was employed by Sensormatic in many roles, St. Francis de Sales School, and Gerber and Green...

Jul 21, 2023

Loren O. Kennedy, 95, passed away at his home on Friday, July 21, 2023. He was born in Sullivan, Indiana and was a veteran of the United States Air Force serving during World War II. Mr. Kennedy was retired from the Schwebel's Baking Company. He enjoyed bowling and was a member of the American Legion and Teamsters...

Jul 18, 2023

Elizabeth Ann Byers

February 15, 1958- July 18, 2023

Elizabeth Byers 65 was called home to the Lord after a long battle with health ailments. Beth was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Daniel Byers, and parents, Kathleen and Jerry Bowers. She is survived by her son, Christopher (Bri) Byers, daughter, Kathleen (Shawn) Ades,...

Jul 18, 2023

David Sciulli, 89, passed away Tuesday, July 18, 2023 after a brief illness. Dave was born in Akron to the late Lorenzo and Sabbia Sciulli and was a lifelong area resident. He a chaplin and a longtime member at the Eagles Club. He worked at Lockheed Martin for 45 years. He spent his free time as a...

Jul 16, 2023

Betty Jane Flesher, 98, passed away Sunday, July 16, 2023, after a brief illness. Betty was born May 10, 1925, to Ray and Bertha (Linch) Ritchie in Akron and had been an area resident her entire life. Her favorite pastime was a good bingo game. Betty is survived by her children James Mantz, Danna (James) Schultz, Janet...

Jul 10, 2023

Christopher Michael Bird - CB to family and friends passed away unexpectedly in his sleep on July 10th. Chris was born in South Miami, FL on January 19, 1977 to Dennis and Nancy Bird. He grew up in the Firestone Park area of Akron Ohio, attended St. Paul's School, St. Vincent-Saint Mary High School and the University...

Jul 10, 2023

Billie E. Geary, 92, passed away Monday, July 10, 2023. He was born in Central City, Kentucky and retired from Firestone after 35 years of service. He was a member of Grace Baptist Church in Akron. Billie served in the United States Marine Corps as a Sergeant during the Korean Conflict Era. He was a life member...

Jul 8, 2023

Mrs Dorothy Gross, age 88, passed away peacefully on Saturday July 8, 2023. Dorothy was born on December 25, 1934 to Sam and Katherine Gresock. She married the love of her life, Donald Gross, on April 24, 1954. Dorothy was a graduate of St Vincent's High School. After graduation, she worked at The Firestone Tire & Rubber...

Jul 7, 2023

"I was born in Zvornik, Yugoslavia, and in 1957 I immigrated to the United States of America, Chicago, where I finished my high school education. After high school I was accepted to the University of Illinois from where I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in metallurgical engineering. After serving in the U.S. Military - Army, I...

Jul 5, 2023

Rosina (Long) Puhak, 76, passed away Wednesday, July 5, 2023, at Copley Health Center. Rosina was born October 25, 1946, in New Castle PA to Emil and Geraldine (Quigley) Long and came to Akron in 1983. Rosina is survived by her beloved husband of 45 years, Patrick; siblings Emil (Louise) Long and Janet (Thomas) Smithee; and her...

Jul 3, 2023

Frederick 'Freddy' W. Miller, IV, 45, beloved father, son, partner, & brother, passed away July 3, 2023.Fred was born in Akron on January 23, 1978 during the Great Blizzard to Fred & Yvonne Miller. He was a 1996 graduate of Archbishop Hoban High School and graduated with a degree in Computer Science from the University of Akron. He was employed...

Jul 3, 2023

Robert E. Lee, 59, passed away unexpectedly on July 3, 2023. Bob was born in Marietta, OH on March 19, 1964. He worked as a painter and master craftsman for nearly 40 years. Bob was preceded in death by his father Lester Lee, Sr.; sister Billie Holsomback & brother Lester 'Butch' Lee. He is survived by his...

Jul 3, 2023

Kathryn Beatrice Drexler (Fitzgerald) passed away peacefully early Monday morning, July 3, 2023 to be in the arms of her Heavenly Father and reunited with her beloved Albert Drexler. Kathryn was born on October 13, 1935 in Wooster, Ohio to Edward and Bridget "Delia" Fitzgerald. She lived on a farm and attended a one-room schoolhouse. She graduated...

Jul 2, 2023

Mary Margaret Pulskamp, 93, of Malvern, passed away on July 2, 2023 in Carrollton, Ohio.

Mary was born on June 14, 1930 in Akron, Ohio to Frank and Margaret (McCambridge) Canavan. She was a graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School. She married Charles Pulskamp in 1958 and they raised six beautiful children. Mary was a member of...

Jul 1, 2023

James A. Dietrich, 86, passed away Saturday, July 1, 2023.Jim was born in East Cleveland on January 31, 1937, to Emil & Catherine Dietrich and was a lifelong Akron area resident. He graduated from St. Mary's High School in 1955 and went on to work for 60 years in the grocery business, working for A&P, Kollman's IGA, Darrow's Family Foods,...