Obituaries

James Koshel

James Koshel

Sep 13, 2025

James "Jim" Koshel peacefully passed away September 13, 2025.

A proud US Navy Veteran, he is preceded in death by his beloved wife and soulmate of 65 years; Loretta, sisters; Janet Goodworth and Lillian Feador. Jim is survived by his children, Carol (Doug) Hausknecht, Barb (Ted) Walter, Jim (Sue) Koshel, Rick (Sandy) Koshel, John (Amy) Koshel and Ann (Dan) Wutsch; 17...

Camilla Horvath

Camilla Horvath

Sep 10, 2025

Camilla passed on September 10, 2025. Cam Horvath was born Helene Camilla Kasten, in Mannheim Germany October 21, 1937. Her family, Heinz Kasten, father, Lisalotta Hida Durlacher, and her brother Sigbert Kasten, along with Cam arrived in the United States in 1938; from fleeing Hitler's Nazi regime; living in Ashland until permanently locating in Cleveland Heights, where she graduated high...

Michael Aldrich

Michael Aldrich

Sep 7, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of a devoted husband, beloved father, adored Papa, and a friend to all. Michael L. Aldrich was born in Akron, Ohio on December 10, 1936, and died on September 7, 2025, surrounded by family.

Mike attended St. Vincent grade school and graduated from St. Vincent High School in 1955. He graduated from Kent...

Michael Frlich

Michael Frlich

Sep 6, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Michael F. Frlich, beloved father, brother, uncle and cousin on September 6th, 2025 surrounded by his family. Mike was a wonderful person and will be missed by all.

Born on November 14th, 1946, Mike was a Copley High School graduate and All Suburban League football tight end earning a...

Pamela Monaghan

Pamela Monaghan

Sep 4, 2025

Pamela Monaghan, 81, of Akron, OH passed away peacefully with family by her side on 9/4/25 she was born on April 23, 1944 in Alliance, OH. Pamela moved to Florida with her family as a child. She dedicated her life to caring for others, working as a registered nurse at Tampa General Hospital for over 35 years before retiring. Her...

Andrew Burge

Andrew Burge

Sep 4, 2025

Andrew John Burge, 33, of Akron died Thursday September 4, 2025. He was born and raised in Akron, beloved son of Alan R. and Lauren (Pinney) Burge. He was the best pal of his big sister Rachel. Andrew attended St Sebastian Parish School and was a graduate of Walsh Jesuit High School. He studied Electronic Media at the University of...

Linda Vaughan

Linda Vaughan

Sep 3, 2025

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Linda Vaughan on September 3rd at the age of 78. Linda will be remembered by those whose lives she touched. While leading a simple lifestyle in recent times she was an avid reader who also enjoyed cooking and gardening in her younger years. Linda was a sweet, caring individual whose...

Ivan A. Gradisar Jr, MD

Ivan A. Gradisar Jr, MD

Sep 2, 2025

Ivan A. Gradisar Jr, MD, 85, of Trappe, Maryland, passed away unexpectedly on September 2, 2025. Ivan was born February 12, 1940, in Sewickley, Pennsylvania, to the late Ivan Sr. and Ann (Hete) Gradisar.

Ivan graduated from Archbishop Hoban High School, Akron, Ohio (1958), The University of Notre Dame (1962), and The Ohio State University College of Medicine (1967), where he...

Virginia Morgan

Virginia Morgan

Aug 31, 2025

Virginia "Ginny" R. Morgan, 87, of Poland, Ohio, passed away Sunday, Aug. 31, after a brief illness.

Ginny was born Nov. 12, 1937, in Andover, Ohio, the daughter of the late Ida (Waris) Richardson and Theodore Richardson. She was a homemaker who found joy in the simple pleasures of life including birdwatching, nature, bicycle rides and daily walks.

She was...

Joseph Clark

Joseph Clark

Aug 30, 2025

Joe was one of those rare people who left a lasting impression on everyone he met. He was loved by colleagues, customers, and partners alike, not just for his sharp business acumen but for the way he carried himself - with humility, kindness, and authenticity.

Despite his unassuming manner, Joe was a powerhouse in his profession. At every company he...

Frederick Costanzo

Frederick Costanzo

Aug 29, 2025

Frederick "Fred" Costanzo, 94, passed away, peacefully, on August 29th, 2025. He lived his entire life in the Akron area. He was born to Italian immigrant parents, the youngest of four boys, and grew up in North Akron. Although fluent in Italian at a young age, his father emphasized learning and speaking English in order to acclimate to the American...

James G. Verbridge

James G. Verbridge

Aug 28, 2025

James G. Verbridge, 86, of Copley, Ohio died on August 28, 2025.

Jim was appreciated, loved, and admired by so many, especially his family: wife, Rev. Becki Bowan Verbridge; children, Steve (Michelle) Verbridge, Suzanne (Bryan) Adel, Hilary Buckeye, and Ben (Sarah) Buckeye; grandchildren, Jakob, Annelise, Erik, Michael, James, Bradley, Parker, Violet, and Owen; and sister, Barbara. Jim appreciated, loved, and admired...

Joanne Dannemiller

Joanne Dannemiller

Aug 23, 2025

Joanne Dilley Dannemiller of Akron, OH and Indian Harbour Beach, FL, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2025. Born June 20, 1929, Joanne was among the first babies delivered at the new St. Thomas Hospital in Akron, to Marguerite Hudson and Gilbert W. Dilley. Her early years were marked by a love of learning and music. She attended King School,...

Jean Goodall

Jean Goodall

Aug 19, 2025

Jean Marie Goodall (nee Kempel), age 85, of Copley, Ohio, passed away on August 19, 2025, surrounded by her family.

Born in Lakewood, Ohio, on August 25, 1939, Jean was a proud graduate of the St. Elizabeth Hospital Nursing Program, Class of 1960. She began her career as a Registered Nurse at St. John's Hospital in Cleveland and later retired...

Charles Clem

Charles Clem

Aug 19, 2025

With profound sorrow and infinite love on August 19, 2025, Steve Clem, a devoted husband, beloved father, and adored Pops, went to be with our Lord. He was an intelligent man whose quiet and generous nature had a positive impact on our lives.

C. Stephen "Steve" Clem, Jr. was born on July 3, 1942, in Woodstock, Virginia to Charles and Beatrice...

Edwin Glinsky

Edwin Glinsky

Aug 15, 2025

Edwin Wendell Glinsky, 90, of Uniontown, died August 15, 2025 in Green of vascular disease. He was born September 12, 1934 in Akron, Ohio, the second of six children to Mary Catherine (Krochmal) Glinsky and Stephen Paul Glinsky, Sr. He is preceded in death by his parents and eldest brother Paul.

Ed graduated from Springfield High School, Akron, Ohio (Class...

James Michel

James Michel

Aug 13, 2025

James Michel was born in Akron on September 24, 1949, he grew up in Firestone Park and graduated from Garfield High School. He was a proud veteran of "The Big Red One." He retired after 39 years at Goodyear Tire & Rubber.

Jim loved to laugh and passed on his 'sense of humor' to his three sons.

Calling hours will be 3:00pm...

Sandra Campbell

Sandra Campbell

Aug 12, 2025

Sandra Felio Campbell passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 12, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born in South Orange, NJ, on March 19, 1938, the daughter of Earl and Esther Felio.

Sandy is survived by her children, Ben Campbell and his wife Jeni, with grandchildren Katie, Sebastian, and Mia; and Susan Heideman and her husband Dave, with grandchildren...

Richard Bacon

Richard Bacon

Aug 9, 2025

Richard Jonathan Bacon, 45, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2025. He was born on December 7, 1979. He is survived by his parents, Susan and John Bacon, his brother, Matthew, sister in law Amanda and nieces Penelope and Arabella and nephew Ian. Internment of his ashes and a celebration of his life will be held at...

Edward Markowski

Edward Markowski

Aug 9, 2025

Edward Lee Markowski passed away peacefully in the presence of family on August 9, 2025. Born on December 2, 1942, Ed was a lifelong resident of the Akron area.

Ed graduated from Archbishop Hoban High School in 1959 and so began his life long commitment to the Hoban Knights. Following in his footsteps Ed's five children and nine grandchildren also...