OBITUARIES

Oct 8, 2021

The Angels called Ann Starcher aka Alexander home on October 8, 2021, at the age of 51. Ann was born and raised in Akron, Ohio.Ann was known for being loud and proud. She had a heart of gold and a giving soul. She was "mom" to anyone that needed her. She enjoyed her grandchildren and took pride in her...

Oct 4, 2021

On Monday, October 4, 2021. Darlene L. Johnson (Barnett),72. went to be with her husband.  She is survived by her children: Ronda Metz, Ronald Johnson Jr, Michele Johnson, Eric Johnson, Margo (Michael) Lemke and James Johnson, 16 grandchildren and 31 great grandchildren, sister Diane Szittai, brother Richard Barnett II and many nieces and nephews.   She was preceded by her...

Sep 14, 2021

Larry James Kirk passed away on September 14, 2021. Larry was born in Akron on January 10, 1954, to Winston and Dorothy(Drury) Kirk.

Larry is survived by his son Lee Kirk (Jen), 3 stepchildren Judi Oxford (Herschol), Chris Salay (Karen), Autumn Quayle (Jeff), brother John Kirk (Luisa), as well as numerous grandchildren, extended family members, and close...

Sep 2, 2021

Judy (Edwards) Parle, 73 of Akron passed away on September 2, 2021.  She loved to help people, doing bible questions, fishing and camping.  She loved her kids, but she adored her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Judy is preceded by her parents John & Elizabeth Edwards, sisters Geneva, Marie and Betty and great-grandson Ryan.  She is survived by her...

Aug 30, 2021

Raymond Custer, 82 of Akron passed away on August 30, 2021.  He served two years in the U.S. Army and then served for 20 years in the Ohio Army National Guard.  He was a member of the South Akron Orioles Nest 167 and retired from Parker Hannifin after 37 years service

Ray is preceded by his parents...

Aug 27, 2021

Rosetta Barnes, 74 of Akron passed away on August 27, 2021.  She attended Boheckers Business College to be a paralegal and retired from General Electric.  She was a member of the Red Hat Society and she loved fast cars, travel, cooking and throwing parties.

Rosetta is preceded by her parents Ralph and Ila Barnette, brother John Barnette...

Aug 13, 2021

Debra A. Holley, 61 of Barberton passed away on August 13, 2021.  She was born in Akron and grew up in Ellet and Norton.  She loved going to Disney World, drive-in movies, going to dinner, working and especially spending time with her family.

Debbie is preceded by her dad John (& Diana) Staton Sr. and mom Delores...

Jul 19, 2021

Abbie Walker, 91, passed away on July 19, 2021, in Akron, Ohio.  A devoted wife and mother with a loving, giving heart, a quick wit and tart tongue that could keep you laughing, Abbie cherished her family - and those she considered family - whether related by blood or marriage or long-standing friendship.  She loved and shepherded the family...

Jul 6, 2021

Charles P. Wykoff, 72 of Akron passed away on July 6, 2021. He lived in Akron all of his life and served in the U. S. Army during the Viet Nam War.  He loved his TV, riding his trike, tattoos, and fly fishing.  His greatest passion was his wife Patty who passed away on July 12, 2017.

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Jun 21, 2021

Marilyn Townsend, 73 of Akron passed away on June 21, 2021.  She graduated from Buchtel High School, attended the University of Akron and was active in the Phi Mu sorority until she was unable.  She worked and retired from K Mart in management.

Marilyn is preceded by her parents Clifford and Marilyn Townsend.  She is survived by...

Jun 17, 2021

Barbara Francis DiSanza (Lipford), passed away peacefully in the company of her loving husband at her home in Stow, OH on the morning of June 17, 2021 at the age of 83. Barb was born on December 13, 1937 in Akron, Ohio and was a proud graduate of Manchester High School, where she was a majorette with a love...

Jun 2, 2021

Mary J Reed, 88 of Akron passed away on June 2, 2021.  She retired from the Fred Arbogast Co.  She attended Chapel of Prayer Baptist Church and she loved to read, listen to gospel music and spend time with her grandchildren.

Mary is preceded by her parents William Williamson and Kathleen Ogden, brothers Tom Williamson and Bill...

Jun 1, 2021

Thelma E. Miller, 97, of Sagamore Hills, formerly of Akron, left us for her heavenly home on June 1, 2021. She grew up in the Akron area and attended Kenmore High School. Thelma was a member of the Greatest Generation and worked building F4U Corsair fighter planes for the U.S. Navy at the Goodyear Aircraft Corp. during WWII.  She...

May 8, 2021

Karen (Munnia) Semelsberger, 74 of Kenmore passed away on May 8, 2021 at home surrounded by her family.  She was a 1964 graduate of Kenmore High School, and married Tom on May 9, 1970.  She was very active in the P.T.A. at Pfeiffer, Innes and Kenmore High Schools.  She was a lifelong member of Hope United Methodist Church. She...

May 4, 2021

Dennis R. Swain, Jr., 52 of Massillon, formerly of Portage Lakes passed away on May 4, 2021.  He grew up in Coventry and graduated in 1986.  He got an associate degree from Stark State and was in the U.S. Army from 1992 - 1996.  He was currently employed by Marc's and was a member of the Sons & Daughters...

Apr 20, 2021

1/12/55 - 4/20/21

Larry attended Weaver Workshop for many years. Larry lived a wonderful life doing things he enjoyed most. He enjoyed years at Hickory Hills Campground, camping with his family and his many trips strolling through Kmart picking out his Hot Wheels, then having a Coke with mom and dad, then it was off to McDonalds...

Apr 12, 2021

Claudia Palmer, 65 of Akron passed away on April 12, 2021.  She was a lifetime resident of Akron and the owner of the Main Event Bar on Main St..  She liked to paint and draw and was always helping people.

Claudia is preceded by her husband Donald Owens, parents Ward and Eleanor Palmer, sister Maxine Morris, brothers...

Apr 4, 2021

Harry V Bost, 98 of Akron passed  away on April 4, 2021.  He worked as an electrician and retired from Chrysler.  He loved his family, football, hunting, and fixing things

Harry is preceded by his wife Anna, daughter Karen Galit, son Kenny, 4 brothers and 1 sister.  He is survived by children Janet Drexler, Jeff Bost, Bob...

Mar 28, 2021

Kevin (KevDawg) David Hayman, 63, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 28, 2021 in his home, surrounded by his daughters after a two-year disagreement with liver cancer.

Kevin was born in Akron, Ohio to Otto John Hayman and Laura Belle (Ward) Hayman on May 22, 1957, the third of four children. Kevin grew up with two older...

Mar 28, 2021

Ruth E. Freeman went home to meet her Lord and Savior on March 28, 2021.

Preceded in death by her parents, Gordon and Pearl Phillips, she is survived by husband of 68 years, Herbert; sons, Michael (Karen) Freeman and Mylon (Lisa) Freeman; grandchildren, Mikey (Alicia) Freeman, Whitney (Jonathan) Erickson, Cody Freeman and Chloe Freeman; great-grandchildren, Harper, Olive,...