Margaret Elizabeth Paulus
Jun 9, 2026
Margaret Elizabeth Paulus, 79, passed away June 9, 2026.Margaret was born in Akron to the late John & Rose Ringeis and was a lifelong area resident. She worked at Lawsons and was an Avon representative for over 40 years. Margaret dedicated her life to taking care of others, whether is was caring for her parents, her husband, or sitting for...
Robin J. Shively
Jun 9, 2026
Robin Jo Shively of Cuyahoga Falls passed away on June 9 at the age of 70. Born in Akron to Harold and Donna Ratchford, Robin graduated in 1974 from Cuyahoga Falls High School, where she was a member of the marching band. She received a bachelor of science degree from Alderson Broaddus University in Philosophy and Religious Studies in 1979....
Susan Marie Heltsley
Jun 6, 2026
Susan Heltsley went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, June 6, 2026.
Born August 12, 1950 to the late Paul and Elizabeth Kane, Susan was a lifelong area resident. She graduated from Garfield High School in 1968, and then from Stark State in 1994. Susan retired from Manor Care Akron as a physical therapy...
Marsha L. Fusco
Jun 6, 2026
Marsha Lee Fusco, 88, of Akron and Tallmadge, Ohio, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family. She leaves behind a legacy of service, dedication, creativity, faith, and devotion to those she loved.Marsha is survived by her former husband, Ron Fusco; her children, Jeff Fusco and his wife, Helen; Victor Fusco; Steve Fusco and his children, Victoria, Christian,...
John Joseph Abbott
Jun 6, 2026
John J. Abbott, 87, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 5, 2026 surrounded by his family. John was born on October 2, 1938 to the late William and Elizabeth Abbott and was a lifetime resident of Green, Ohio. He was a member of the Army Reserve and was stationed at Ft. Knox. John worked for General Tire for over 22...
Barbara Lee Husk
Jun 5, 2026
Barbara "Barbie" Lee Husk, 73, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on June 5, 2026.
Barbie was born in Elizabeth, West Virginia, to Gilbert Husk and Evanglee McGlothin.
Barbie loved crocheting, caring for animals, playing bingo, and spending time with her beloved babies, Ricky and Marie.
She was preceded in death by her father Gilbert Husk; brothers Rick Husk and Eddie...
Timothy Walter Zilman
Jun 3, 2026
Timothy W. Zilman, 68, passed away unexpectedly on June 3, 2026 after a brief illness. Tim was born on November 7, 1957 the Walter and Helen Zilman (deceased). He graduated from Barberton High School in 1975. Tim loved music and playing piano. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Tom Zilman. He is survived...
Brenda Lee Martin
Jun 1, 2026
Brenda Lee Martin, 69, passed away on June 1, 2026, at home surrounded by her loving family.
Brenda was born on March 13, 1957, in Warren, Ohio, to John "Bill" and Doris nee Shingleton Antonetti. She graduated from Crestwood High School and was a lifelong resident of Cuyahoga Falls. Brenda dedicated more than 30 years of her life to nursing,...
Charles Roger Judy
May 31, 2026
In Loving Memory of Charles "Roger" Judy
Charles Roger Judy, 96, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2026.
Roger was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend who led a life marked by integrity, generosity, and a willingness to lend a helping hand.
Born in Akron, Ohio, Roger graduated from Garfield High School and earned a degree in Business...
Dovie Jewel Schneider
May 30, 2026
Dovie Jewel Schneider, age 99 years, passed away peacefully in her sleep at Greenview Assisted Living on the afternoon of May 30, 2026, with family and caregivers at her side. Dovie was born the fourth child of Roscoe and Lessie Meadows on February 7, 1927, at Pineknob in Raleigh County, West Virginia. She grew up in a large close family...
Thomas Joseph Liggett
May 29, 2026
Thomas "Tom" Joseph Liggett passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at home late on the evening of Friday, May 29, 2026. Tom was everything to his family and was truly someone who was "bigger than the Montana sky". Tom was a steady and gentle presence who could brighten any room and could talk to anyone about any topic. Tom was a...
Dan F. Darrow
May 28, 2026
Dan F. Darrow, age 93, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2026, surrounded by his family. Dan was born on March 8, 1933, in Akron, Ohio to Floyd and Mary Lou (McCool) Darrow.
He attended South high school where he was an all-city and all-county basketball player. His playing career continued at Baldwin Wallace University. Dan continued playing in Class...
Jean Ann Farkas
May 27, 2026
Jean Ann Farkas, 74, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 28, 2026 with her family by her side. Jean was born in Youngstown, Ohio on March 13, 1952, to the late John and Ann Novacich. A 1970 graduate of Ursuline High School, she went on to attend the Trumbull Memorial Hospital School of Nursing. Jean met her husband Frank Farkas...
Dorothy Lee Barney
May 27, 2026
Dorothy L. Barney, 86 of Akron, passed away on May 27, 2026.
She is survived by her two children Tracey (John) Ross and David (Christine) Barney and grandchildren Daniel Gilbert, CJ Ross, Andrew Barney and Abigail Barney.
Dorothy's favorite things included her cat Ash, blueberry pancakes, and the candy Good and Plenty.
Per her wishes, cremation has taken place.
In...
Paula Katherine Whitacre
May 26, 2026
Paula Katherine Whitacre (Karam), 77, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on May 26, 2026.
Paula was born on September 21, 1948, in Akron to Joseph and Katherine Karam. She grew up in Firestone Park, attending St. Paul's Elementary School, and later graduated from St. Mary's High School in 1966.
After graduation, Paula began working at the Akron...
Scott Preston Sampson
May 25, 2026
Scott Sampson, 47, passed away on May 25, 2026. Scott was born July 8, 1978 in Ohio to the late Oral and Tina Sampson nee Taylor. Scott was a truly kind and easygoing soul who brought warmth and laughter everywhere he went. He had a love for video games and always enjoyed talking about the newest game he had bought...
Carol Ann Ray
May 24, 2026
Carol Ann Ray (née Reynolds) of Akron, peacefully passed May 24th after a long and happy life full of close relationships, love and abundant laughter.
Carol was born on December 27, 1937, in Clarksville, Indiana, across the Ohio river from Louisville, Kentucky. She met her husband, Ralph, while he was stationed in nearby Jeffersonville, Indiana, during the Korean War. The newlyweds...
Christopher Anthony Saniga
May 20, 2026
Christopher “Chris” Anthony Stephen Saniga, 36, passed away on May 20, 2026 after a very brief illness. He was surrounded by his family and closest friends as he left this earthly plane to be reunited with his dad in heaven.
Chris was born in Wadsworth, Ohio, and was a lively and rambunctious little boy (read Calvin from Calvin and Hobbes) who...
Merle Eldon Dennis
May 20, 2026
Merle E. Dennis, age 85, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2026. He was born on November 13, 1940, in Beallsville to the late Mae (West) and Ray Dennis.
Merle was preceded in death by his brothers, Harry Dennis and Dale Dennis, and his sister, Eileen.
A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Merle shared 35 loving years of marriage with his...
Pheth Soupanet
May 20, 2026
Pheth Soupanet, 79, Born June 6, 1946 in Champasak, Laos. Died Akron, Ohio May 20, 2026.Preceded in death by his parents Deng Nachampasak and Thoum Nachampasak; and wife Noy Nachampasak. He is survived by his sons Soulath Nachampasak, Vilath (Tina) Nachampasak, Langsy (Kanha) Sesang, and Souny Nachampasak; daughter Thongkham (Tuan) Dang; 14 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be...
