All Obituaries

Eugene “Gene” Herbert Frank peacefully completed his earthly journey January 12, 2021 surrounded by family in his home in Barberton, OH. He was born January 14, 1943 to Leo and Genevieve Frank in Summerhill, PA. He served at Wurtsmith AFB, MI, in the US Air Force and used the GI Bill to graduate from St. Francis University, Loretto, PA. His degree in Chemistry brought him to Akron where he worked 32 combined years as a Chemist Compounder at Firestone, and General Tire which...

Jacob George Beese Date of death January 9, 2021 Date of birth January 2, 1996 Jacob Beese, at the age of 25, fell asleep to be with the Lord on the morning of January 9, 2021. Sadly, Jacob lost his seven-year battle with drug addiction peacefully at home. Jacob’s inner weakness was his greatest strength. His personal loneliness compelled him to consistently check on his friends and family to make sure they were happy. To be part of Jacob’s life was to be completely loved and...

Akron Attorney George J. Emershaw, III, died Saturday, Jan. 9, 2021, at Cleveland Clinic Akron General Medical Center after a heart attack.    George was born in 1940 in Wilkes Barre, Penn. He was part of the first graduating class from Central Catholic High School in Kingston, Penn. At Kings College in Wilkes Barre, Penn., he was a member of the St. Thomas Aquinas Honor Society, was a member of the ROTC, and played several positions on the football team. ...

Eusebio Moreno Rodriguez, 76yrs of Akron, Ohio peacefully passed away Jan 09, 2021 with his sons by his side, after a difficult battle with COVID 19. Eusebio Moreno Rodriguez, lovingly known as Sam, was born on Aug. 14, 1944 to Jose V and Adelina M Rodriguez, in the captivating city of Laredo, Tx. Sam was always hardworking, enjoyed his model cars and loved to laugh and joke with family and friends. Sam was the glue to his Akron family, and his presence and laughter will forever be missed....

Deacon Dennis L. Smith, 74, passed away Friday, January 8, 2021. He was born in Elyria to Joseph and Hilda Smith and has lived in the Akron area since 1973. Deacon received his B.S. in Education from Kent State University. He was ordained a deacon for service to the Diocese of Cleveland on May 22, 1993 and served nine years at Immaculate Conception in Kenmore. He has been at Nativity of the Lord Jesus Catholic Church since August 2002. He has worked with liturgical ministers, was Director of...

James William Aldrich, 80, of Akron, OH, passed away on January 8, 2021, surrounded by his wife Irene (Mellion) and his two sons, Daniel and Theodore. He was preceded in death by his father George and mother Bernadine, and his brother Thomas. James was born in 1940 in Akron, OH. He graduated from St. Vincent High School, and then attended Kent State University where he earned his undergraduate degree. He then obtained his MBA from the University of Akron. He began his professional career at...

Joseph L. Skacevic, 93, passed away Friday, January 8, 2021. He was born and raised in Akron. He served in the U.S. Army 11th Airborn Division in Japan and Europe. He started as a teen in the meat business at Wagoner Meats on Main Street in downtown Akron until his retirement from Acme. Surviving are his wife of 61 years, Marilyn; daughter Carol Cottrill (Rob); beloved grandsons Joe Duke and Sam Cottrill; sister and brother-in-law Jane and Fred Kovacic. He was preceded in death by beloved...

October 25, 1947 - January 7, 2021. He was born the oldest of six children to James R. Dockery and Donna M. Porter. He was a young man in the sixties and everything that meant. He married Karen Hargis and had two beautiful children, Gabe and Starr. He then met and married a young girl from Wadsworth, Erin, clearly the love of each other’s lives. Together they had another beautiful child, Megan. They were married for 42 years until this last week. Introduced by his beloved Uncle Clyde, he...

Ronald Tedeschi, passed away at age 68 after a short battle with cancer. Ronnie was born November 24, 1952 in Akron. Friends and family will remember him as a lover of sports and all animals. He especially enjoyed NASCAR, the Browns and the OSU Buckeyes. He liked playing euchre, spending time at Cinnamon Lake and caring for all his animals, especially his beloved Oscar and Bear. Ronnie enjoyed spending time with his many family, friends and neighbors who graciously provided him with meals...

Dec. 10,1934 - Jan. 2, 2021 Angelina (DelGreco) Paris , age 86, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family. Angie was a wonderful mother, grandma, sister, and friend. Her days were spent doing the things she loved, crafts, word search, and watching old movies, were some of her favorite. She enjoyed flowers and watching the birds, and woodland creatures. Her sense of humor and quick wit will always be remembered. Angie is celebrating in Heaven with the loves of her life, Joseph...

Anna Smith was born Anna Lea Price was in Spencer, West Virginia on September 23, 1945 to Patrick and Bessie Price. She passed away January 1, 2021 at Barberton Summa Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. She was married to Billy Smith for 56 years. She resided in Kenmore for over 50 years, where she raised her family. She was employed at Parrassons in Barberton for 20 years. Anna loved spending time with her family. When you showed up at her home you weren’t leaving until she...

Gerald B. Sipka, age 78, passed away on December 31, 2020. He was born on October 15, 1942 in Akron to the late John and Helen Sipka but truly was born again on February 16, 2004 when he accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior. Jerry grew up in North Hill, graduating from the University of Akron at the age of 21 with three Masters Degrees while being an excellent catcher in baseball. He spent 27 years teaching in the Akron Public Schools, teaching health and the first approved financial...

Marie Ann Koci, 84, of Cleveland, decided she had had enough of 2020, and beat 2021 to the punch. Marie peacefully went home to be with the Lord on December 30, 2020, at Brookdale Camelot Medina, where she has resided for the last three and a half years. Marie was born at home, in Cleveland, Ohio, April 20, 1936, to the late Charles and Nettie (Linhart) Koci. Marie graduated from John Adams High School in 1954. Marie worked at the State of Ohio Jobs and Family Services. She was a member of...

Prevedello Williams, 65, of 188 Elson Ave, Barberton, OH., passed away on December 28, 2020 after a brief battle with Covid 19. Prevedello was born on July 13, 1955 to Willie R. Williams, Sr. and Mae Ella Liptroth Williams in Eufaula, Ala. After graduating from Barberton High School in 1974, he enlisted in the US Army. He served briefly in the army and was honorably discharged due to medical issues. Later, he worked for JJ Gumberg Co. until medical conditions forced him to stop and go...

Nancy Jo Sibbio, age 73, passed away on December 24, 2020. She is survived by her beloved and cherished sons Gregory (Rey) and Nicholas, her Schweitzer siblings and their families, Jim (Carol), Bill (Cathy) and Cathie Ann; and her loving grandsons, Christopher, Phoenix and Reymundo. Her passing was preceded by her parents, Jacqueline “Jackie” (Gray) and James Julian Schweitzer. Jackie was her best friend and they spent many days talking and laughing as they shared experiences,...

Richard Albert Roff  83, of Brook Park, OH Loving Husband, Father, Grandfather and Uncle. “Celebration of Life” get together will be held at a later date.

The Lord called home one of His angels, Robert Snavely, 97. on Sunday, December 20, 2020 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s, and sudden complication from Covid-19. He was born in Bellville, Ohio, March 1, 1923 to Mattie and Vance Snavely. He was a past member of First Christian Church of Wadsworth. Robert was preceded in death by his wife Betty and son, Robert Snavely, Jr. He is survived by daughter and son-in-law, Beverly and Marvin Matyasi Sr.; grandchildren, Marvin Jr., Nicole,...

Margot Jean Jarvis, Suffield, Ohio, died on December 20, 2020 at the age of 79 after a brief battle with Leukemia. She was surrounded by her family and her beloved Yorkie, Heather. Margot was a lifelong resident of Suffield, Ohio. She enjoyed spending time outdoors gardening and raising chickens. She took great pleasure in her cockatiels, watching butterflies and hummingbirds. Margot was an avid bowler and bowled multiple times a week on her teams Margo's Boys and Margo's Crew. She...

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Peggy, our loving and devoted mother and friend to all whose lives she touched on December 19, 2020. Mom was born in Brownsville, Pa. on February 24, 1932. Her family migrated across the Ohio River to the small town of Toronto, Ohio in her early years. She graduated from Toronto High school in the class of 1949. Following her life’s ambition, she ceremoniously graduated from the Akron People’s Hospital School of Nursing in...

Richard W. Batal, 79, passed away Thursday, December 17, 2020. He was a member of St. Joseph Melkite Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus. He is employed by Kyoto Cooling in Tallmadge. He was owner of Batal Electric for 36 years. He is survived daughters Carol A. Batal, Deborah A. Poling and Tracy A. Poling; 5 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; brothers Arthur and Jerry Batal; sister Alma Ickes. A memorial Mass will be held at St. Joseph Melkite Church at a later time. Cremation has...

Henry Lehr, 80 of Akron, passed away on December 17, 2020. Henry was born in Akron and worked in the family business as Vice President of Akron Fitting Co. Henry was preceded in Death by his daughter Darcy Auman. He is survived by his daughter Cynthia (Charles) Gore, 5 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren and many family and friends. Calling hours will be held Tuesday, December 22, 2020 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Hummel Funeral Home, 500 E. Exchange St. Akron. Masks and social...

Lawrence (Larry) Joseph Kolar, age 62, passed away at home on Wednesday, December 16, 2020 surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his father Frank Kolar. He is survived by his mother Colene Beckett, brothers Dan (Elaine) Kolar, Gregory Kolar, Brien Kolar, Marty Kolar, Andrew Kolar, Phillip (Tammy) Kolar. Close companion Deborah Kolar, sons Douglas (Ashley) Dunwald, Andrew (Brooke) Kolar, and daughter Katie (Ryan) Riley, grandchildren Grace, Grady, Rosalind, Griffin, Graham,...

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of our Father, William Tinsley Emmett, of Akron, Ohio on December 12, 2020 at the age of 92 years old. He was preceded in death by the love of his life, Carol Lee Emmett (Siler). They were married 66 wonderful years. He will be lovingly remembered by his brother, Donald Emmett, and sister, Judith Bishop, of Middlesboro, Kentucky, his children, Michael Emmett (Polly), Sandy Pecinovsky (Steve), Cynthia Gray (Jeff), Linda Manfull...

Antoine A. (Tony) Malek passed away December 11, 2020. A graduate of Springfield High School, he was a loving and dedicated husband to Marina Malek and devoted father to three sons, Nick (30), Adrien (16) and Gabriel (13). His passion in life was baseball. He enjoyed coaching and bring involved with his boys. He fought like a champion and his memory will be eternal. To all who knew him, loved and respected him as a man, father, brother and friend. The family will receive friends on Friday,...

Olive Mary Ashmore, born November 12, 1926 in Etruria, Stoke-on-Trent, England, passed away Thursday December 10, 2020. She was educated in a high school run by former suffragists. Olive worked in chemical testing laboratories during and after WWII. She became a primary school teacher in the 1960’s. Olive immigrated to the US in 1968 with her husband and children; home has been Akron ever since. Olive lived abroad in Jakarta, Indonesia and Melbourne, Australia from 1978-1984. She always...

James M. Dorton July 13, 1934 – December 9, 2020 Jim was born at home in Akron, Ohio in 1934, the youngest child of Jesse and Cora Dorton. After graduating from Kenmore High School, he enlisted in the United States Air Force serving his country from 1953 to 1957. He was stationed for a time in North Africa. He worked in sales for various companies then for Goodyear in Akron, Ohio for 15 years. He retired to part-time employment and enjoyed perfecting his golf game. He was a member of...

Lee passed away December 9, 2020 at the age of 94. She was a loving and devoted wife and always wanted the best for her family. Lee loved maintaining her home, doing yardwork and spending time with friends and family. Lee was preceded in death by her parents, Gust and Bessie Herouvis; husband, Steve, of 55 years; sisters, Cal (Peter) Economou and Helen (Nick) Kayafas and brother Jim (Vivian) Herouvis. Lee is survived by her sons Grant (Christine) Conzaman and Dean (Cindy) Conzaman;...

Barbara B. Koosed, age 93, died peacefully on December 9, 2020. Born March 13, 1927 in Denver, Pennsylvania, she lived in the Akron area since 1952. A graduate of Heidelberg University, she earned a Master’s Degree in Speech and Hearing from the University of Akron. She worked as a writer and editor for several employers over many years. In 1970, she was the campaign manager for then U.S. Congressman John F. Seiberling. Later, she produced a live TV show, “Akron A.M.” for Warner...

Jeffrey Robert Thomas entered eternal life on December 8, 2020. Jeff was born December 14, 1954, in East Cleveland, Ohio, to Robert "Bob" Thomas and Marcia Pickering Thomas. Raised in Burton, Ohio, he the second of 5 children - firstborn Cindy and, following Jeff, Greg, Joyce and Janice. When he was three, his family moved to a farm where he enjoyed growing up: working hard on chores, participating in 4-H, playing saxophone in the marching band, teaching himself the piano, playing...

Betty Berrodin passed away Sunday, December 6, 2020 at the age of 93. She was born in Barberton, Ohio and had worked at Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in Akron. She was preceded in death by her husband Albert. She leaves behind daughter Renee Blackstock (Robert); two grandsons Kyle and Cory and great granddaughter Sophia. Funeral services are private. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Jennings Hospice of Garfield Heights, OH.

Marietta (Vincent) DunawayMarietta Dunaway, age 89, passed away on Saturday, December 5, 2020. She was born in Akron, Ohio on May 1, 1931 to the late Delbert and Mary Vincent.In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Arlen R. Dunaway.She is survived by her three children; son, Craig (Tami) Dunaway; daughters, Dyann James and Marlene (Jim) Raker; 10 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren and many extended family and friends.The family would like to...

Phyllis June Kyle, of Norton, passed away Saturday, December 5, 2020 at the age of 83.She was preceded in death by her parents, August and Lillian Schlauch; daughter, Brenda Gearhart, husband Oscar Lee Kyle and one great grandchild. She is survived by her children, Beth Bunnell, Stephanie (Gary) Hawkins and Kimberly (Mark) Miller; sisters Pat (Don) Lindeman, Nancy Purtan, Sandra Schlauch and Paula (Robert) McClurg; grandchildren, Joey Coleman, Corey Hawkins, Colleen Guinto, Christopher...

Gloria Margaret Freeman, 99, died peacefully after a long and fruitful life on December 5, 2020 from the Covid-19 virus. After 99 years on this earth, she deserves more than an obituary. Therefore, I offer this tribute to my mother. She was born on Nov 16th, 1921 to Italian immigrants, Andrea and Cesarina Angelina Luzi, in Marquette Mi... Mom was ultimately reared in Milwaukee WI. Her father died from a stroke when she was just 17, which required her to go to work to help support her...

Richard Evans Guster 1928 - 2020 Richard Evans Guster of Akron died on December 4, 2020. Born in Canton, Ohio on December 21, 1928, he was the only child of Richard Guy Guster and Marienne Elizabeth Straub Guster. Richard is survived by his loving wife, Sharlee Staten Guster, with whom he celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary on July 16th of this year, their children, Melissa Guster Haney (Eric) and Timothy Staten Guster (Elaine), and grandchildren Thomson Clay Guster, Chelsea...

Larry Eugene Hausch, age 69, passed away on December 2, 2020. He went to drive that Church Bus in the sky. Larry was born January 23, 1951 in Akron to the late Eugene (Gene) and Cecilia Hausch. Larry was a lifelong area resident, a Garfield High Vocational School Graduate (class of 69) and a machine repairman for Eagle Plastics (Stow), B & C Corporation (Fairview Ave.) and later Wayne Dalton Door Company (Mt. Hope). Larry was active in the First Grace Open Door Coffee House and was the...

Irene Zanandrea of Copley, Ohio, at age 93, peacefully passed away at her residence on December 2, 2020. She was born in Akron, Ohio to the late Angela and Elia Vidussi.She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Pete Zanandrea whom she was married to for 66 years. Also preceding her in death were her siblings, Delba Gajdos, Louise Mandala and Harvey Vidussi all of Florida.She is survived by her daughters, Gloria (Russ) Offutt of Huron, Ohio, and Delores Zanandrea (Eric Parham) of...

James Parker Berry, age 78, passed away on December 1, 2020 at his home in Bath, surrounded by his family. Jim was born in Cleveland on July 24, 1942, and spent most of his life in Akron. He was the owner of SeibertKeck Insurance Agency at the time of his retirement. Jim is survived by his wife Susan, children Elizabeth (Jon) Smith, Parker (Sally) Berry, Ruth (Kerry) Kafcsak, and six grandchildren, Jack, Kara, Nate, Holly, James, and Brooke. The family will receive friends at Hummel...

Jan Hart, 73, of Silver Lake passed away at home on Dec 1, 2020 after a valiant fight with COPD and is now resting in peace in the arms of the Lord. Born in Akron and raised in Buffalo, NY, Jan was known as a loving and generous person who had retired after 35 years with Allstate Insurance. She loved her family, friends, and dogs, along with trips to Florida and the Outer Banks. She is survived and is deeply missed by her husband Thomas/Tom of Silver Lake, brother Dean (Barbara) Will,...

Bonnie M. Dallas, of Wadsworth, passed away Tuesday December 1, 2020 at the age of 78. Bonnie was a devoted and loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Her favorite times were spent with her family. She loved to have her grandchildren over every week for a special dinner to have time with them. She also enjoyed entertaining and cooking for her many friends here in Ohio and during the winter months in Florida. Bonnie was an excellent bridge player and game player. She was proceeded in death...

Robert Charles "Chuck" White passed away November 30, 2020 at Mercy Medical Hospital in North Canton, Ohio. He was born July 7, 1934 in Whiteville, NC. He was preceded in death by his father Robert Lee White, mother Carrie Dare and step-father CP Norris. He is survived by his wife Janet, his sister Annie Lee Barnes, and 6 children-Byron (Kathy) White, Joanna (Jim) Vellios, Karen (Gregory) Orndorff, Melissa (Eric) Slater, Jennifer (Perry) Mueller, and Sam (Karen) White, 13 grandchildren and...

Christine N Allen, 46, born in Wooster, Ohio, August 11, 1974, passed away suddenly in her Akron,Ohio home on November 29, 2020.She was a wonderful and loving daughter, sister, mother, and grandmother.Christine will always be remembered for her beautiful smile, her sense of humor, her fighting spirit, and her friendly demeanor. She was a friend to all and always had her door open for those she cared about.Christine was preceded in death by her mother Judy Hoaglin, and grandparents Priscilla...

Erin K. English Beitko, 51, incredible mother of Molly (Tyler), Daniel, Brian, and Patrick and "Mimi" of Mindy, joined her Dad, Leonard in Heaven on November 27, 2020. Erin was the beloved daughter of (the late) Lenny and Jane English. She will be missed by brothers Michael and Ryan as well as her former husband, Dave Beitko, with whom she had her four wonderful children, the lights of her life. She was prematurely taken from this world while walking in downtown Bowling Green (her alma...

Richard John Hengle (Dick), age 83, of Suffield passed away November 27, 2020 surrounded by his loving family after a short battle with cancer. Dick was born on August 8, 1937 to John and Eva (Heisler) Hengle. He was an avid hunter and loved fishing, woodworking and gardening. He was self employed up until his diagnosis. He was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife, Nancy (Pinkus). He survived by his loving wife, Mary (Jenior); sons, Richard and Russell; sister, Karen (Dale)...

Rudolf Goeldi of Copley, Ohio passed away on Nov 26, 2020. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

William “Bill” Wiesenhahn, age 60, passed away suddenly from cardiac arrest on November 26, 2020. He was born on November 23, 1960 at Elmendorf AFB in Anchorage, Alaska to Tom and Jeannette. Bill lived in many places including, Falls Church, Virginia, Cincinnati, Ohio, New Brighton, Minnesota and Akron, Ohio. He worked at Jeter Systems and Dunlap Orchard and was a self-employed landscaper. Bill was a proud member of AA, where he gained many friendships and deepened his spirituality. He...

Margaret Ann (Haughawout) Stewart, age 84, passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on Thanksgiving morning, November 26, 2020. She was born in Akron on April 26, 1936 to the late Rex Haughawout and Grace (Davis) Rogers. She grew up in Windham, Ohio and spent most of her years being a stay-at-home mom. Peggy enjoyed reading, listening to music, dancing, playing bingo and getting together with friends and family.Preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Davie; her son, Duane; siblings,...

Garnett Verdeal Blake (nee May), age 94, passed away on November 25, 2020. She was born on June 19, 1926 in Oka, West Virginia to the late Greely and Rosa (Truman) May. Garnett worked for many years at W. T. Grant Co. in downtown Akron and retired as a cafeteria worker from Manchester Local School System in New Franklin. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother.Preceded in death by her parents; husband, Harvey L. Blake; brothers, Roscoe V. May and Monzel May; sisters,...

Don Dale Legg, 71, of Coventry Twp passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on November 24, 2020. He was born December 29, 1948 in Gauley Bridge, WVA, the son of Edwin Legg and Geraldine Cooper. Don attended North High School and ultimately graduated with his GED while in the 101st Airborne division of the US Army. He served alongside many brothers in arms in the Vietnam War and enjoyed his annual reunions with them. He was very happy to reconnect with his dear friend John...

Marie Therese (Klocker) White Marie T. White, age 84, passed away on November 23, 2020 at The Village of St. Edward in Fairlawn, where she had resided for four years. She was born on Christmas Eve in 1935 to the late David and Verna (Goodman) Klocker. Marie attended St. Sebastian Elementary School, St. Vincent High School and Akron University, where she earned a B.S. in Elementary Education in 1957. Marie taught in the Akron Public Schools where she earned her Eight-Year Professional...

Wilda J. Clark, 91, passed away on November 22, 2020. She was preceded in death by her mother, Oma; sons, Donald and Thomas Clark and husband, Ralph Clark. She is survived and will be greatly missed by grandchildren, Michael (Trisha) Clark and Michelle (Terry) Wood; great grandchildren, Ashley Walczak, Stephen Wood, Kyle Wood, Nicole Wood and Jessica Clark and great great grandchild Damien, as well as many long time friends and neighbors. We will miss you! When we meet again we will enjoy...