OBITUARIES

Dec 31, 2018

Ritsuko Smith (92) passed away peacefully on December 31st in Wadsworth, Ohio.

Ritsuko is survived by her sister, Sonoa who resides in Japan and many nieces, nephews and friends both near and far.

She was preceded by her husband, M. Pierce Smith; her parents, Shin and Kiyo Furuya; and her brother, Jutaro Furuya.

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Dec 15, 2018

Lucy Brinkley, 72 passed away on December 15, 2018. She was a loving mother and grandmother and she loved to fish.

Lucy is survived by her daughter, Ginger Lengyel (Craig Asher); grandchildren, David, Brandon, Kaila and Lacie; siblings, Ginger, Mildred and Duane; and her beloved dog, Lola.

Funeral services will be held at the Prentice...

Dec 7, 2018

Shirley J. Dickey-Cottrell, 78, went home to be with the Lord on December 7, 2018. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was at her happiest when her whole family was together. She was a member of Arlington Memorial Baptist Church.

Preceded in death by parents, Alta Mae and John Herman Cole; numerous siblings,...

Dec 4, 2018

Mildred is at peace. At age 86, Millie passed away at Hickory Ridge Nursing and Rehabilitation Center on December 4, 2018. Born and raised in Kenmore, "not far from the Boulevard", she spent her entire life in the Akron/Barberton area.

Although slight of stature, she had a feisty spirit and a great sense of humor. She was...

Nov 30, 2018

Jeffrey Ryan Lauck, 30 passed away on November 30, 2018. He attended Chippewa High School, he worked really hard to get his barber's license and enjoyed working out. Jeff loved hanging out with family and friends. Jeff is preceded in death by his grandpa Charles Dudley Lauck, dad Charles David Lauck, aunt Sandy Crowe and great-grandma Lois Hargis. He is...

Nov 30, 2018

Elizabeth "Libby" Nicol, 96 passed away on October 6, 2019.  She was a long-time member of Park United Methodist Church, retired from Barberton Citizen's Hospital and had been active at the Kenmore Senior Center.

Libby is survived by her daughters Rebecca Parachek and Sandra (Michael) Kostko, grandchildren Matt (Whitney), Brett (Kelly) and Scott (Tony) Parachek, Jeremy and...

Nov 28, 2018

Patty Marmaduke, 84, of Green passed away at home on November 28, 2018 after a long battle with cancer. She loved being retired, spending time with her husband, her dog, Sugar, family and friends. She loved singing in the choir, drawing, reading, and painting. She loved the Lord and was a member of Chapel Of Prayer Baptist Church. Patty was...

Nov 26, 2018

LeRoy "Red" Hardeman, 75 passed away on November 26, 2018. He retired from Albert Screen Print and he loved watching the Browns. Red is survived by his wife, Judie; daughter, Lori Williams (Tom); son, Bill (Heidi) Williams; grandchildren, Sabrina and Scott; sister, Kathy Stone; sister-in-law, Beverly (Chuck) Stewart and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be at the Prentice...

Nov 12, 2018

William "Bill" Ross passed away on November 12, 2018. Calling hours will be held at the Prentice Funeral Home, 1154 Kenmore Blvd., TODAY from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Private graveside service will be held at Greenlawn Memorial Park.

Nov 9, 2018

Lois A. DeMoss, 96, passed away on November 9, 2018. Lois graduated from Wadsworth High School and was an active member of Kingsway Alliance Church. She was an avid card player and enjoyed traveling and baking, but most of all she loved her family. Lois was preceded by her husband, Morton and her brothers and sisters. She is survived by...

Oct 12, 2018

Betty "Ann" Scott, 83, of Akron, passed away on October 12, 2018. Ann was born in Akron and graduated from Kenmore High School. She was a life long member of the Akron Baptist Temple where she taught Sunday School with Carl and was an active member in her ABF class. She also drove a bus and volunteered for Massillon Christian...

Sep 25, 2018

Judy Spires KENMORE -- After a courageous battle with cancer, Judy Spires 71, died September 25, 2018. She was a beloved sister, aunt, "soul mom", and friend. She was a life-long resident of Kenmore and was a die hard fan of her Cleveland Browns. Judy loved Jesus and served the Lord in many ways at King's Way Alliance Church. Judy...

Sep 6, 2018

Matsuko "Kay" Eiseman, 87, of Akron passed away September 6, 2018. She was born in Yamagata, Japan and came to the U.S. in 1955. Matsuko was one of nine children with an identical twin sister, Ymeko who is still in Japan. She worked 20 + years in the family candy business. She loved bingo, tennis, baseball, playing cards and most...

Aug 17, 2018

Kenneth Goebel, 64, of Akron passed away peacefully August 17, 2018. He was employed by The City Of Akron and was a bicycle enthusiast. He was one of a kind and a free spirit, He had a great love of family, music and tie dye. Ken was preceded by parents, Howard Sr. and Marjorie and sister, Dorothea. He is survived...

Aug 11, 2018

Aaron David Carter, 34, of Barberton, Ohio died suddenly August 11, 2018. Aaron was born November 25, 1983 in Barberton Ohio. He graduated from Barberton High School. He was a loving and dedicated husband and father. He enjoyed football and basketball and coaching his son's baseball team. He is preceded in death by his sister, Allison Carter. He is survived...

Aug 1, 2018

Richard Paul Marmaduke, 85, of Green died at home on August 1, 2018. He graduated from South High School and then served in the Army with the quartermaster unit. He retired from Firestone Tire and Rubber Co. and then worked for several years for the Akron Public Schools. Richard loved gardening and playing euchre, but most of all he loved...

Aug 1, 2018

Russell K. Markle, 85, of Akron passed away August 1, 2018. He was a Marine veteran, retired from Firestone, enjoyed karaoke and loved his wife and family with all his heart. A special thank you to Jamie, Crys, Evan, Emily, Vicki and Becky for their loving care. Russell is survived by his wife, Iris; daughter, Tamie (Bob) Contois; stepson, Richard...

Jul 7, 2018

Delores R Pantea, 88, passed away quietly in her sleep on July 7, 2018. She was preceded by her husband, George Pantea and son, William Farkas. She is survived by sons, George (Monique) Pantea and Jack (Mary) Farkas; daughter-in-law, Sue Farkas; six grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and many nieses and nephews. Private interment will be held. She will be missed.

Jun 8, 2018

Gregory H. Shiflett Greg Shiflett, 61, of Kenmore passed away June 8, 2018 after a short illness. Greg was a lifetime Kenmore resident who owned and operated Lowry Furnace Co. He was a member of Victory Lodge #649 F. & A.M. and sponsored all of the Kenmore Youth Sports. He was a loving son, husband, brother, father and grandfather. He...

Jun 1, 2018

Myrtle McClish Myrtle McClish, 88, of Akron passed away June 1, 2018. Myrtle was a hard worker who raised five kids on her own. She retired from Dillard's at Rolling Acres. She was preceded by her son, William James McClish and grandson, Johnny. Myrtle is survived by her sons, Allen (Beth), Arthur (Brenda) and George; daughter, Diane Marker; 16 grandchildren,...