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...

Apr 19, 2025

George McWilliams, 21, beloved son and brother, has gone home to Heaven with Jesus. George was born December 26, 2003 in Akron to Larry and Helen McWilliams. He attended Immaculate Heart of Mary Grade School and was a 2022 graduate of Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy. While he passed before finishing his recreation, park, and tourism management degree, he was...

Apr 17, 2025

Gregory T. Shook, 63, passed away on April 17, 2025. Greg was born on September 18, 1961 to Tom & Joanne Shook and was a 1979 graduate of Tiffin Calvert High School. Greg worked most of his career as a salesman in the industrial knife industry, criss-crossing the country while building multiple businesses over 30-plus years. He closed his...

Apr 15, 2025

Theresa Marie Naska, 71, passed away peacefully, in her daughter's arms, on April 15, 2025. Theresa was born on October 8, 1953 in Akron to the late James & Delores Lavery, and was a 1971 graduate of Kenmore High School. She was a resident of Cuyahoga Falls for over 40 years. Theresa married the love of her...

Apr 14, 2025

Alfred "Fred" Joseph Magoline Jr., MD passed away peacefully on April 14, leaving behind an extraordinary legacy of compassion, service, and unwavering love. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, physician, and friend, Fred's life was a masterclass in kindness, humility, and generosity. Born on August 1, 1935, in Brooklyn, New York, to Alfred and Anna Rose Magoline, Fred...

Apr 14, 2025

Robert Lee Burse, 77, passed away April 14, 2025. Robert was born August 28, 1947 in Akron to William and Hazel Burse. He graduated from Copley High School. Robert co-owned Ohio Mechanical Handling Company with his brother William "Bud." He served in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. Robert was a member of many...

Apr 14, 2025

Ms. Jessica Ann Lachowski, age 42, passed away on April 14, 2025. Jessica was a true light and a solid voice of guidance for everyone she was around. She was wise beyond her years and always made kids comfortable being kids. She treated all of them as if they were her own and they loved GaGa. She...