All Obituaries

Charlene P Gaskins, 56 of Barberton passed away on January 2, 2021.  She was a loving wife, mother and grandma.  She loved doing crafts and going to flea markets.    Charlene is preceded by her parents Charles and Pauline Yucheck.  She is survived by her husband of 31 years Paul Gaskins, son Charles Gross, daughter Krystal Gross, stepchildren Amanda Gaskins , Andrea Gaskins, Angel Lee and Adam Gaskins , 9 grandchildren, Sophie Gross, Jacob Price, Matthew Mason,...

Jeffrey L. Shue, 64, passed away on Sunday, December 27, 2020. He was born on November 7, 1956 in Wadsworth, Ohio.  Jeff was employed at Royal Chemical in Macedonia, Ohio for 30 years. An avid Harley rider, who enjoyed cruising through the countryside with his wife, Kim (Annie) in search of the next antique to bring home. Kayaking down the Mohican River, sitting by the campfire, and listening to his favorite music were some of the best times ever.  Jeff was preceded in death by...

Dean Chappelear, 95 of Akron passed away on December 20, 2020. He retired from Babcock Wilcox and enjoyed golf, bowling leagues at B & W, antiques and tinkering and fixing things. Dean is preceded by his wife of 62 years Lois Evelyn (Handa) Chappelear, son Lowell Eugene Chappelear, 2 sisters, 1 brother, son-in-law Jim Little and grandchildren Melissa Copen and James Little.  He is survived by his daughters Cheryl (Jim) Ellis of Cuyahoga Falls and Helen Kaye Little of New...

Jo Ann Bondurant, 83 of Akron passed away on December 8, 2020.  She attended Wedgewood United Methodist Church, and was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who adored her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Jo Ann is preceded by her parents Walter and Kathleen Callahan, daughter Deborah, son James R., grandson Cody, sisters Betty Seeker and Mary Montabone, brothers Walter and Don.  She is survived by her husband of 68 years James, children Kathy Varney, Vickie (Tom)...

Dorothy Mae “Dottie” Riffle, 96, of Guntersville, Alabama went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December 5, 2020.  Dottie was born on November 15, 1924 at her home in Muhlenberg County, Kentucky. She was preceded by her husband of 65 years, Charles E. Riffle; her parents, Aaron and Stella Gossett; and her brother James.  She is survived by her sons Paul (Sharon) and Richard (Barby); grandchildren: Zach (Melissa), Jake, Luke and Heather; and...

The world lost a bit of color when Kathy Nadine Blair (Flake), of Akron, OH, passed away on November 23, 2020, just 2 weeks after celebrating her 65th birthday. Kathy spent most of her professional career as a dedicated member of the US Postal Service Human Resources department, a daunting task by any measure.  She was the life of every party and her vibrant personality made her many close friends along her journey. Those that knew her can recall her sequin-covered cat shoes...

Iris Bernice Markle (nee Schrader) was called home to her Lord and Savior on November 22, 2020. She was born in Charleston, WV and was a resident of the Akron, Ohio area for most of her adult life. She was preceded in death by her parents Howard and Geneva Jane (Lowe) Schrader, her husband Russell K. Markle and her step-son Daniel K. Markle. She is survived by her son Richard (Shelly) Lukens of St. Peters, MO, step-daughter Tamara (Robert) Contois of Jackson, NJ, 7 grandchildren and 9 great...

Kim Sue Miller, 52 of Uniontown passed away on November 17, 2020.  She loved to spend time with family and her little dog Ziggy. She loved to shop with her mom and sister and adored her grandchildren.  Kim had love in her heart for friends as well as strangers  Kim is preceded by her father George McElroy and brother Terry McElroy.  She is survived by her husband Paul Miller, mother Judy (Kenny) Sellers, children Darin (Cindy) Fink, Gabrielle Wallace and Rachel Miller,...

Michael J. “Mick”  Donahue, Jr passed away on October 10, 2020 at the age of 84. He was born on February 1, 1936 to the late Doris and Michael Donahue, Sr.  He joined the US Navy and was aboard the USS Rush and fought in the Korean War.  After leaving the service, he worked for Ohio Brass but eventually got into the insurance business where he owned Akron Kenmore Insurance so he would have more time coaching the kids of Kenmore.  He was involved in Kenmore...

Jeffrey W. Payne passed away on October 7, 2020.  He was born on February 12, 1958.  God be with you. He is survived by wife Theresa, mother Virginia, son Adam and daughter Keri.  Special thanks to Kelly, Charles, Lilly and Olivia.  Memorial service T.B.A. in 2021.