Rev. Fr. David John Halaiko
Mar 4, 2026
Rev. Fr. David Halaiko, 84, passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
Father David was born April 3, 1941. To Andrew and Esther (Kline) Halaiko in Akron and had been an area resident his entire life. He attended St. Vincent and St. Sebastian Grade Schools, St. Vincent High School, Maryknoll Minor Seminary, Borromeo College and St. Mary Seminary. He was ordained...
Carl Steve Mashek
Mar 3, 2026
Carl S. Mashek, 88, passed away on March 3, 2026.
Carl was born on May 18, 1937 to the late Steve & Ethel Mashek and was a 1955 graduate of North High School. Carl served his country as a member of the US Army prior to the Vietnam War, attaining the rank of Captain. He received his Bachelor's in Education from...
Mark Walter Slanta
Mar 3, 2026
Mark W. Slanta, 66, passed away on March 3, 2026.Mark was born in Akron on April 24, 1959 to Walter & Martha Slanta and was a 1977 graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School. He graduated from the University of Akron with a Bachelor's in Business Adminstration, before working for Goodyear for 5 years. Mark went into business with his father,...
Geraldine Marie Kansa
Mar 3, 2026
Geraldine, (Gerry), Marie Kansa of Akron, Ohio has joined the lord and
her husband Michael R Kansa on March 3rd, 2026.
Born in Youngstown on September 24th 1940, daughter of Steve and
Helen Tkach, sister of Raymond and wife Susan. She leaves behind her
two married sons, Robert and Mary kansa, and Dave and Judy Kansa. her
family includes married...
David Albert Yeater
Mar 1, 2026
David Albert Yeater, 81, of Cuyahoga Falls, OH, passed away on March 1, 2026. He is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, JoAnn; sons Michael, Brian, Matthew; grandchildren Maxwell, Ella, Henry, Cora, Theodore, and Laura; sisters Rilla and Eve; and many nieces and nephews.
David is preceded in death by his parents Albert and Lucille; siblings Betty,...
Anna Michael Zulia
Feb 27, 2026
Anna Michael Zulia passed away peacefully at home on February 27, 2026 at the grand old age of 97. She was born in Akron, Ohio on July 14, 1928 to Michael and Katherine Tourlakis who immigrated from Melos Greece and raised her in the rich culture of their homeland. She grew up in an apartment above her father's restaurant, Milos...
Marcine Gail Grispin
Feb 27, 2026
Marcine G. Grispin, 89 of Akron, passed away on February 27, 2026.
She was born on April 22, 1936, in Charleroi, Pennsylvania to the late Edward and Ethel (Taylor) Doyle.
Along with her parents she is preceded in death by her husband Charles Grispin.
Marcine is survived by her four children Charles W. (Vicki) Grispin, Kimberly (Michael) Gray, Christopher (Joan) Grispin and Cindi...
Alan Jay Stennett
Feb 26, 2026
Alan Jay Stennett 64, of Green Ohio passed away peacefully surrounded by family. Born in Springfield, Illinois in 1961, he lived a life marked by generosity, laughter, deep faith, and boundless curiosity.
A proud graduate of Stow High School, Class of 1979, he went on to study Mechanical Engineering at Kent State University, where his natural gift for understanding how...
Michael Brian Mellinger
Feb 22, 2026
Michael Mellinger, 58, passed away February 22, 2026. He was born March 25, 1967 in Akron. Michael worked in waste management. He enjoyed music, socializing, and doing jobs around the house.Michael was preceded in death by his infant sister Michelle; father Frederick; and grandparents. He is survived by his daughters Stevie and Jolene Mellinger; son Jacob Mellinger, partner of 10...
Richard Arthur McIntyre II
Feb 21, 2026
Richard A. McIntyre II, 71, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 21, 2026, after a long illness. He was surrounded with love having his daughter Savannah, son Ricky , and best friend Barb by his side.Rick was born on October 28, 1954 to the late Richard and Margaret McIntyre and was a lifelong area resident. He went to St. Paul...
Michael Scott Goudy
Feb 19, 2026
Green - Michael 'Mike' Goudy, 70, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2026.
Preceded in death by his by mother Jessie Torson, father Frank Goudy, stepfather Ray Torson, sister Linda Goudy, brother James Eaglewolf, and granddaughter Summer Goudy.
He is survived by the love of his life, wife of 51 years, Christine, sons Michael (Karla), Ronald (Karissa), sisters Thelma Goudy...
Cynthia Ann Vance
Feb 18, 2026
Cynthia Ann Vance, a beacon of sweetness and an unexpected miracle to all who knew her passed away on February 18, 2026 leaving behind a legacy of resilience and unconditional love. She was born on May 11, 1959 in Akron, Ohio with Down's Syndrome. At the time, doctors suggested to her mother and father that they place her in a...
Donald Gene Freed
Feb 17, 2026
Donald Freed, 72, of Coventry Township, passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
Born on September 21, 1953 in Akron, Ohio, Donald was the son of the late Homer and Violet Freed. He was also preceded in death by his siblings, Paul, Shirley, Myrtle, Vita, Vonnie and Margie.
Donald was a wonderful, loving husband and Papa who loved his family unconditionally. He...
Randall Lynn Tomey
Feb 16, 2026
Randall Lynn Tomey born August 12 1963. He passed away February 16th 2026 after a long fight with COPD.He is survived by Crystal Howald (daughter) Sarah Tomey (daughter) and Randi Juengel (daughter). He had many nieces and nephews. 6 Grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Preceded in death by Randall Lynn Tomey Jr (son) Patricia Tomey (mother) Harry Tomey (father) Jerry...
Natalie (Vukelich) Alexander
Feb 16, 2026
Natalie Alexander, 89, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 16, 2026 at home with family by her side.
Natalie was born August 16, 1936 to Mike and Mary (Smargie) Vukelich in Akron, Ohio, the second of five girls. She attended George Barber Elementary School, East High School and Hammel Business College. As a child, Natalie joined the Muriel Kelleher Dance Studio,...
Barbara Ann Mancine
Feb 15, 2026
Barbara Ann Mancine 88, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026 at the Village of St. Edward in Fairlawn. Barbara was born on August 20, 1937 in Cleveland and grew up in Chagrin Falls, OH. She was a 1955 graduate of West Geauga High School and completed her Bachelor's in Education from Kent State University. Her first job post-graduation was...
Linda Lee Smith
Feb 13, 2026
Linda Lee Smith, 84, went to be with the Lord our Savior on Friday, February 13, 2026, after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer.
Linda was an amazing woman. Her love and kindness touched all that knew her. Her big grin would light up the room. Her laughter, her warmth, and her compassion will be with us always. Heaven has a...
Olga Guzy
Feb 13, 2026
Olga (Kostelny) Guzy, 97, of Akron, passed away on Friday, February 13, 2026 at The Inn at Apple Ridge in Richfield, Ohio, where she had resided the last two years.
Born July 20, 1928, in Lorain, Ohio, Olga graduated from Lorain High School with the class of 1946 B. She worked at the S. Weitz Co. factory in...
Arlette R. Gallagher
Feb 12, 2026
Arlette R. Gallagher, 80, passed away on Thursday, February 12, 2026. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Roger Gallagher; daughter Veronique (Fredrick) Voss; son Dominique Gallagher; and grandson William Pond; and four great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be held on Monday, February 23 at 1:15PM at the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, 10175 Rawiga Road in Rittman. Please...
