May 25, 2025

Suzanne Marie Monago, 71, passed away Sunday May 25, 2025 peacefully in her sleep. Sue was born in Akron on August 4, 1953 and was a lifelong area resident. She worked for Green Local School District as a special education aid, and retired in 2017. Sue enjoyed jigsaw puzzles and testing her luck at the casinos. Sue...

May 23, 2025

Jason K. Carl, 51, passed away Friday, May 23, 2025. Jason was born in Red Oak, Iowa to Charles & Janis Carl and moved to Northeast, Ohio as a young boy. He was a 1992 graduate of Wooster High School and went on to work in IT as a Desktop Administrator most recently for Akron Metro RTA....

May 22, 2025

Loretta "Lori" (nee Bogard) Ligon, 68, passed away Thursday, May 22, 2025, at her home with her husband close by. Lori was born December 20, 1956, to Harry and Ellen (Whalon) Bogard in Barberton and had been a Green & Springfield Twp. resident most of her life. Lori's kindness and warmth will always be remembered, as well as her...

May 22, 2025

In Loving Memory of Ernest (Ernie) Albert Stupak December 30, 1925 - May 22, 2025 Ernest "Ernie" Albert Stupak, 99, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2025, entering his eternal home. Born in Yorkville, Ohio, on December 30, 1925, he was the beloved son of the late Michael and Mary Stupak. Ernie proudly served...

May 22, 2025

Robey Scott Haigh was born on March 13, 1969 and died way too soon on May 22, 2025 at the age of 56. Preceded in death by his parents Rick and Thelma Kirby, grandparents, especially Hilda Shahan with whom he was especially close and cousins Rocco Gemma and Michele Parsons. He leaves behind many grieving his loss,...

May 21, 2025

Loretta A. Walchalk, 89, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. Loretta was born in Akron to the late Robert and Carrie Grosso and was a lifelong area resident. She found fulfillment in being a homemaker, raising her family and keeping house. She enjoyed traveling and spending time with friends. Loretta was a member of St....

May 15, 2025

Richard John Vercuski, 59, passed away on May 15, 2025 at Pebble Creek Healthcare Center. Richard was born November 21, 1965 in Indianapolis, IN to John and Sandra Vercuski nee Bernhard. He was a graduate of the Portage Lakes Joint Vocational School/Green High School. He enjoyed listening to music, driving and movies. In addition to his parents,...

May 15, 2025

In the early morning hours of May 15, 2025, Catherine (Kate) White fell asleep in the Lord with a heart full of love, the fruits of the Holy Spirit, and hope in the risen Lord after a long, hard fought battle with cancer. Kate was known to all as a lover of all things horses, the Ohio...

May 15, 2025

Richard M. Williams, 76, passed away on Thursday, May 15, 2025. Rich was born in Waterloo, Iowa on April 25, 1949 and came to Akron as a youth. He attended Archbishop Hoban High School and went on to earn a degree in civil engineering. In addition to his freelance engineering, he also worked at Land O'Lakes and...

May 11, 2025

Patricia passed away on May 11, 2025, after a long battle with medical conditions. Through it all, she remained independent and faced her challenges with a positive attitude. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lewis and Rose Francis; her sister, Laura; and her husband, Jerry. She is survived by her only daughter, Terre Vance, and...

May 9, 2025

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Davalee J. Dickinson, 92, was called home to Jesus, May 9, 2025. Davalee was born in Detroit, Michigan and lived her whole life in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. She was a member of Steels Corner Community Church and worked part time with the young children at Northampton Elementary School. Davalee was married to William W....

May 9, 2025

Donna Hines Akron- Donna Hines, 90, transitioned to her heavenly home Friday, May 9, 2025 with her family by her side. Donna was born March 27, 1935 to Donald and Opal Reeves in Akron and had been an Akron resident her entire life. She was a 1952 graduate of Garfield High School and was married to Jack...

May 9, 2025

John Lee Walczak, 77, passed away Friday, May 9, 2025 Born August 22, 1947 to John J. and Helen (Glattes) Walczak, John was a 1965 graduate of North High School where he excelled in sports, and even made the All City Team in football. John joined the United States Marines and he was a proud Vietnam veteran....

May 5, 2025

Karen L. Vargo (Becker), 85, went to be with her beloved husband Ron on Monday, May 5, 2025. Karen was born in Akron in 1939 to the late Louis and Ethel Becker and was a lifelong area resident. Karen was a nurse at Akron General for 44 years, rising to rank of supervisor before retirement. She always...

May 3, 2025

Martin John Vronick (90) passed away on May 3, 2025. He was born on October 29, 1934, at home in Tallmadge, Ohio. He married Rose Marie Wilsac in 1962 and their marriage spanned over 60 years until she preceded him in death in 2023. Their greatest joy was raising their daughters Kyra Grathwohl and Mia (Steve) Rohweder....

May 1, 2025

Blake Ivan Weller, 104, passed away May 1, 2025 in Wheaton, Illinois. Blake was born in Johnstown, Pennsylvania on May 19, 1920 to Howard and Elda nee Weaver. He was very proud to have grown up in Akron but still had deep roots to his relatives in Pennsylvania. Blake attended Hower Trade School. He was a man...

Apr 30, 2025

Shelby Lynne Stevens Kennedy Spinner, born September 9, 1999, who had her 'gotcha' day November 8, 1999, passed away April 30, 2025. Shelby fought her battle with cancer from January 23, 2024 until April 30, 2025. She did so with grace, dignity, and courage. She is survived by her husband John Noah Spinner; her parents Scott &...

Apr 29, 2025

MSGT Samuel R. Dodson 89, passed away on April 29,2025.

Sam was born in Akron to the late Samuel and Mae Dodson. He was one of six brothers and served 20 years in the United States Air Force. He was an avid fisherman and loved spending his time on the lake.

Sam is...

Apr 28, 2025

Michael Olson, 74, passed away Monday, April 28, 2025. He was born in Ravenna and was a resident of Cuyahoga Falls. He was employed by Walmart for 19 years and happily retired in 2012. Golfing and his dogs, Mickey and Minnie were then his passions. He was preceded in death by his father, Stanley Olson; and his...

Apr 28, 2025

John K. 'Jack' Wilson, 81, passed away April 28, 2024. Jack was born in Akron on December 27, 1943 to the late Les & Jean Wilson. He was a 1961 graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School, where he was an inter-city conference all-star. He served his country in the US Army and spent one tour of duty...