Obituaries
Christine Ann Jakiela-Myers
Jun 2, 2026
Christine Jakiela-Myers' journey began in Braddock, PA on July 1, 1948 - the daughter of Stephanie (Kubik) and John Jakiela - and as her life unfolded, the family and community she created grew with her until her final days.
A devout Pittsburgh Steelers fan and lover of pierogis, picture collages and kolachi, Chris lived a life full of family, faith...
Aurora Carmen de Cardenas
Jun 1, 2026
Aurora Carmen de Cardenas, age 99, passed away on June 1, 2026. Born in rural Cuba, she went to La Habana, where she studied nursing. There she met and married her husband, Juan, and had five children, Nicolás, Jorge, Aurora, Silvia and Elsa. After the revolution of '59 she sent her three oldest children to live in Akron. Two years...
Mary Lee Bennett
May 31, 2026
Mary Lee Bennett, 67, of Canton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2026.
Mary Lee was a devoted mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend whose love for her family was the foundation of her life. She was known for her kind heart, generous spirit, and unwavering faith in God. Mary Lee found beauty in the world through art and...
Dylan K. McCauley
May 29, 2026
It is with broken hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Dylan K. McCauley, age 18, who went home to be with the Lord following a tragic motorcycle accident. Dylan was a remarkable young man, an excellent student and a devoted grandson who stepped up to take wonderful care of his grandmother after his grandfather passed away. He lived...
Sandra Ann Royer
May 27, 2026
Beloved Wife, Mother, and Friend, Sandra Ann Royer, born April 19th, 1954, passed peacefully at home in the company of her family on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 after enduring complications from a series of strokes. Sandra was a 1972 graduate of Norton High School and earned her RN from the St. Thomas School of Nursing in 1995, also possessing several...
Bobbijean M. Helus
May 25, 2026
Bobbijean Helus, age 70, of Akron, passed away on Monday, May 25, 2026 surrounded by family peacefully at home.
Bobbijean was born on September 14, 1955 to Robert (Beep) and Jeannine Morris. She graduated from Revere High School and went on to work as a server, swimming instructor, and camp counselor (known endearingly as Shamu on the beach crew). On...
David P. Hall
May 24, 2026
Captain David P. Hall, 84, of Bath, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his home on May 24, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on March 13, 1942, in Seattle, Washington, to Eric and Dorothy Hall, a dedicated husband and father to his loving family. David proudly served his country as an officer in the United States Navy. In 1976 he surfaced...
Margaret Jean Jones
May 21, 2026
Margaret Jean Jones (nee Brooks), 86, of Bath, Ohio, passed away on May 21, 2026. She was born on August 8, 1939, in Cleveland, Ohio.
Margaret will be remembered for her love for the Lord and quiet, encouraging spirit. She was a talented seamstress and loved planting her vegetable garden and cooking favorite recipes. She was a member of Church...
Eugene H. Palumbo
May 19, 2026
Eugene Henry Palumbo, 80, passed away on May 19, 2026. Though our hearts are broken, we are grateful for the time we shared and the legacy of love he leaves behind.
In addition to his loving and devoted wife of 58 years, Ann (Lieser) Palumbo, Eugene's life is celebrated by his two children, Nikki (Jordan) Olack of Akron, Vince (Lauren) Palumbo...
Carol Ann Porter
May 16, 2026
Carol Ann Porter, age 79, passed away on May 16, 2026. She was born on July 24, 1946 in Cleveland to the late Palmer and Mildred Nielsen. Carol was a graduate of Lakewood High School and Kent State University. She retired from First Energy after 36 years of dedicated service as a Senior Customer Service Representative. Carol enjoyed reading, playing...
Kathleen Susan Kiehl-Huber
May 14, 2026
Kathleen Kiehl-Huber (nee Rafferty), age 86, of Copley, Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2026, following a long illness, surrounded by the love and comfort of her family.
Born on March 22, 1940, in Barberton, Ohio, to the late Opal and Tim Rafferty, Kathleen lived a life filled with warmth, kindness, and determination. A woman of remarkable grace and...
Karen L. Downing
May 13, 2026
Karen Lee Downing (nee McConnell), 79, passed away peacefully on the morning of May 13, 2026 in Fairlawn, Ohio.
Born in Hagerstown, MD, on December 26, 1946, Karen graduated from Hagerstown High School in 1964. She then moved to Ohio where she attended Wittenberg University and earned a degree in education in 1968. Karen was an enthusiastic cheerleader and a...
Ralph Leo Bernard Jr.
May 10, 2026
Ralph Leo Bernard Jr., 82, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2026 surrounded by the family he loved and who were devoted to him throughout his life. The timing of his passing felt especially meaningful to those who knew him best, as his mother Florence held a special place in his heart as she helped shape his values of faith,...
Leon David Craddock II
May 8, 2026
David Craddock, of Marietta, Ohio passed away peacefully May 8th, 2026 at Arbors at Stow, in Stow, Ohio. He was born November 9th, 1964 in Parkersburg W.V. He loved working on his various vehicles whenever he could while he was working and continued after he wasn't able to work and was very hard-working, he worked until he wasn't able to...
Mary Faye Madigan
May 7, 2026
Mary Faye Madigan, 94, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2026
Mary Faye was born on November 2, 1931 in Madison, Georgia to the late James R. Hanahan and Lois (Taylor) Hanahan. She grew up in Columbia, S.C. where she graduated from Dreher High School and went on to receive her teaching degree from the University of South Carolina. Mary...
Jean A. Dascenzo
May 2, 2026
Jean A. Dascenzo, age 88, passed away on May 2, 2026. She was born on August 20, 1937 in Brownsville, Pennsylvania to the late Albert and Olive Pettit. After high school, Jean moved to Cleveland, Ohio, married Anthony Dascenzo in 1960 and raised a family. She retired from Alltel as a data entry operator. Jean was an avid volunteer: Streetsboro...
Eileen Jane Lambert
May 1, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Eileen Jane Lambert, of Akron, Ohio May 1, 2026.
Eileen found happiness by the water, whether walking along the shoreline, listening to the waves, or simply soaking in the peace of the beach. Travel was another passion, and embraced every opportunity to explore new places, cultures, and experiences, always...
Stan J. Najeway Sr.
Apr 26, 2026
Stan Joseph Najeway, Sr. died Sunday, April 26, 2026. He was born in Arnold, Pennsylvania on February 6, 1925 to Frances and Francis Najewicz. He graduated from Arnold High School and then attended Great Lakes Naval Training and The U.S. Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point,NY. He served as Cadet Engineer aboard the ABRAHAM BALDWIN and Deck Engineer aboard the...
Francis George Hollish
Apr 25, 2026
Francis "Frank" Hollish joyfully reunited with his beloved wife Connie in Heaven on April 25, 2026.
Born on April 6, 1936 to Ignatius "Hank" and Frances (Orpse) Hollish, Frank was an Akron Original who was deeply committed to his city, Catholic faith, and family.
A 1954 graduate of St. Vincent-St. Mary High School, Frank completed the electrician apprenticeship program at...
Willie Ware Carter
Apr 23, 2026
Willie Ware Carter, 88, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully Thursday, April 23,2026, surrounded by his family. He was born Tuesday, January 4, 1938, in Demopolis, Alabama, to James and Charlotte Carter. He was the youngest child born out of that union. He is survived by his son of 57 years, Jonathan Carter, his sisters: Mrs. Beatrice Carter Rembert (Birmingham,...
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