Obituaries

Local Obituaries

Serving Families Throughout Summit And Stark Counties. Located In Akron, Cuyahoga Falls, And Green.

Rev. Fr. David John Halaiko

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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,...

Daniel Lafferty

Daniel Lafferty

Feb 16, 2026

Daniel Lafferty, 60, passed away February 16, 2026 in Akron.

Barbara Ann Mancine

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

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

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

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...