OBITUARIES

Dec 8, 2020

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...

Dec 5, 2020

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...

Nov 23, 2020

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...

Nov 22, 2020

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...

Nov 17, 2020

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...

Oct 10, 2020

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...

Oct 7, 2020

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.

Oct 5, 2020

Neva Jo Damron passed away peacefully at home on October 5, 2020. Neva Jo was a loving and devoted mother and grandmother. She loved collecting salt and pepper shakers and pennies! She was born September 12, 1934 in Pike County Kentucky.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 40 years Denver Damron, parents Willie and...

Sep 26, 2020

Frank V. Elavsky, 97 of Kenmore passed away on September 26, 2020. He retired from Goodrich and was a long time member in the VFW Firestone Post 3383 and the Italian Civic Club and a past member of St. Mary's Catholic Church.

Frank is preceded by his wife of 72 years Vera, sons Michael and Frank, grandson...

Sep 26, 2020

Drue Corbett, 76 of Akron passed away on September 26, 2020.  She retired from Giant Eagle bakery and she loved arts and crafts, music, bowling, going to the beach and she had a cat obsession.  She was active in the FOPA

.Drue is preceded by her parents Bill and Doris Welch, husbands John Zebedis and Raymond Corbett. ...

Sep 21, 2020

Mitchell S. Cochran (1952-2020) passed away peacefully on September 21, 2020 at home with his wife and sister holding his hands. The son of Carl and Rose Cochran of Canton; he was the first of seven children. Formerly of Columbus (38 years), now of Stow, OH, he graduated from Canton Central Catholic High School, the University of Akron (Associates...

Sep 20, 2020

Betty J. Liles, 80 of Kenmore passed away on September 20, 2020.  She leaves behind her best friend and love Frank Seiler, daughter Tammie (Dave), son Scott (Tina), several grandchildren and great-grandchildren, her beloved caregiver Baby Sissy Renee and many friends.

Cremation has taken place and there will be no services at this time.

Sep 10, 2020

Beth Ann McClish

Beth Ann McClish, 56 of Mogadore passed away on September 10, 2020.  She lived in Portage County for over 20 years and collected Indian dolls.  She loved playing games on Facebook and watching crime shows and cooking shows.  She especially liked Property Brothers and House Hunters.  She enjoyed playing cards with her children.

Sep 6, 2020

Thomas M. "Thomi" Deeter, 31 of Akron passed away on September 6, 2020.  Thomi grew up in Doylestown and Norton.  Thomi was a young man who truly loved and had great compassion for his family. His infectious smile could light up any room. Thomi had always been a joker and prankster and would always be there to lend a...

Sep 3, 2020

Helen Litten, 94 of Akron passed away on September 3, 2020.  She was a loving mother and grandmother.

Helen is preceded by her husband John Litten and is survived by three children and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at the Prentice Funeral Home, 1154 Kenmore Blvd. on Monday, September 14,...

Aug 28, 2020

Maryann Tichon, 50 of Akron passed away on August 28, 2020.  She graduated from North High School and had a great sense of humor.  She loved playing Uno, watching DVD's and the Three Stooges.  She traveled all over the world and Hawaii was her very favorite place.

Maryann is preceded by her grandparents Jack and Willy Martin...

Aug 24, 2020

Scott A. Kanis, 57 of Akron passed away on August 24, 2020.  He graduated from East High School, class of 1981.  He worked for Joseph Industries for 35 years.   He loved his family first and foremost.  He was a member of Indian Guides with all three of his boys for many years.  He was an avid fan of the...

Aug 21, 2020

Terry J. Shorder, 79, of Barberton, Ohio, passed away peacefully at Cleveland Clinic Akron General, on Friday, August 21, 2020 surrounded by family.

Terry was born to John and Catherine Shorder on March 15,1941 in Barberton, Ohio. Terry was very proud to be a journeyman machinist for the Wheel and Brake department at Goodyear Aerospace, where he...

Aug 12, 2020

Sharon Mallonee, 65 of Akron passed away on August 12, 2020.  She loved her family and gardening and to be outside.  She was so proud to get her G.E.D. Sharon is preceded by her husband Donald Mallonee, parents Virgil and Margaret Hyde and baby sister Theresa.  She is survived by daughter Barbie (Terry) Wise, grandsons Terence (Katie) and Daniel...

Aug 1, 2020

Ronald "Ronnie" Forest, 73 of Akron passed away on August 1, 2020.  He retired from Summit County Environmental Service in 2000.  He loved to collect bottles, milk bottles and cobalt blue glass.  He loved to tell corny jokes.

Ronnie is preceded by his parents Lyle and Dorothy Forest.  He is survived by his wife of 18 years...