Obituaries
Brian Reed Brown
Oct 9, 2026
Brian Reed Brown, 72, of Copley, Ohio, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Friday, October 9, 2026.
Born on November 12, 1953, Brian was the son of the late Clarence and Rita Brown.
Brian leaves behind a loving family who will forever cherish the memories they shared with him. He is survived by his five children: Sarah Katie Beaham...
David Thornton Holvey
Oct 9, 2026
David Thornton Holvey, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and community servant, passed from this world leaving behind an extraordinary legacy of kindness, faith, and love. Born on February 9, 1940, in Doylestown, Ohio, to Mildred and William Holvey, Dave was the youngest of three boys, growing up alongside his brothers Don and William(Jim).
Dave came of age at Chippewa High...
Richard Trafford Darst
Oct 9, 2026
Richard Trafford "Traff" Darst, 89, a lifelong Akron resident, passed away Oct 9, 2026. He leaves behind his wife of 60 years, Nancy; his sons, Michael (Lori) of NY and Christopher (Katrina) of CA; his four cherished grandchildren, who lovingly called him "Pop"; and a wonderful circle of friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Byron and Helen, and his...
Dennis R. Howard
Oct 7, 2026
It is with a great deal of sadness that we announce the passing of Dennis Roy Howard, age 75, of Norton, Ohio, who passed away on October 7, 2026 after a brief illness. Many described him as a character, who loved to make people laugh.
Dennis had an unusual sense of humor, which made him unforgettable to most people who...
Pamela Jayne Lane
Oct 3, 2026
Pamela Jayne Hillegass Lane, age 81, passed away on October 3, 2026. Born in Akron, on March 13, 1945, she graduated from Buchtel High School in 1963. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Education from The University of Akron and worked as a teacher for 32 years in the Akron Public Schools where she taught at Henry, Portage Path...
Rita Wem
Sep 28, 2026
Rita Wem, 91, of Bath Township, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2026.Dearest Daughter to the late Jacob Gross and the late Erna (nee Tide); Dear Sister to the late Ena Mauch; Cherished Mother to Lisa (Mark) Amentini, the late Teri Oswald, Greg (Tracy) Wem, Traci Takacs; Cherished Grandmother to Matthew (Melanie) Amentini, Michael (Alaina) Amentini, Courtenay (Cory) Stallings, Kristoffer...
Tom Scovell
Sep 28, 2026
Thomas "Tom" Scovell, 70, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2026, surrounded by his loving family and friends, after a courageous battle with leukemia. He was born on April 20, 1956.
Tom is preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Jean Scovell. He is survived by his wife, Mary, and their beloved dog, Lucy. He also leaves behind his daughters,...
Sybil Ann Kalail
Sep 26, 2026
Sybil Ann Foley-Kalail passed away peacefully at home with her loving family nearby on Saturday, September 26, 2026 at the age of 88. Friends and family will remember Sybil for her generosity towards others, love of hospitality, lively wit, conscientiousness, and sense of integrity.
As a lifelong resident of Akron who believed that the power of the government should be used...
Carole Lynn Greene
Sep 25, 2026
Carole Lynn Greene (née Wilson), 79, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on September 25, 2026.
Carole was born on October 23, 1946, in St. Louis, Missouri. She devoted much of her life to caring for others, both through her career as a registered nurse and, even more importantly to her, as a mother and grandmother.
Carole graduated from St. Luke’s Hospital School...
John James Murphy, MD
Sep 20, 2026
John "Jim or Doc" James Murphy, MD, passed away peacefully Sept. 20, at the age of 99. He joins his beloved wife, Patricia A. (Keller) Murphy, in heaven after 18 years apart.
Dad was the youngest of four children born to William R. and Catherine (Koeberle) Murphy. He is preceded in death by his parents and his siblings, Mary, Elizabeth...
Joseph Allen Edminister
Sep 16, 2026
Joseph A. Edminister passed away peacefully on September 16, 2026. Born in Akron, Ohio on November 13, 1930, he graduated from Akron St. Vincent High School in 1948 and enlisted in the United States Navy during the Korean Conflict. He married Nina Valentini in 1954 and was happily married until her death in 2018.
Following his Honorable Discharge, Joseph earned his...
Russell Stephen Etherton
Sep 15, 2026
Russell S. Etherton, known all his life as Steve, our beloved father, husband, brother, Stuncle, friend, neighbor and musician departed us unexpectedly on September 15, 2026. Born June 24, 1953 in Japan to Grace and Russell Etherton, he was the oldest of three sons and a graduate of Perry High school in 1971. While at Perry, he sang in the...
Dawn Marie Forshey
Sep 14, 2026
Dawn M. Forshey. 50, passed away suddenly on Monday, September 14, 2026. She was born on February 17, 1976, and graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School in 1995.
Dawn's life lead her to work at Smead's Hallmark, the Cleveland Indians and finally at the Cuyahoga Falls City Schools where she shared her heart with the Special Education Department for over...
Sandra Kaye Duncan
Sep 14, 2026
Sandra Kaye Duncan (Donant), age 74, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2026. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend.Sandy was born on September 19, 1951, in North Canton, Ohio to Barbara and Edward Donant. She attended Hoover High School and went on to earn a Bachelor of Science and subsequently a Masters in Latin at the University of...
Michael Anthony Grajzl
Sep 10, 2026
Michael Anthony Grajzl, 32, was called home to be with the Lord early Thursday, September 10, 2026. Michael was born in Akron, Ohio and raised in Bath, Ohio. He graduated from Revere High school and Cuyahoga Valley Career Center, where he was certified in diesel mechanics.
Michael was an animal lover and a trusting, loving son, brother and friend....
Brenda G. Dyke
Sep 7, 2026
Brenda G. Dyke, 80, was called to Heaven September 7, 2026 at the Copley Health Care Hospice Center. She was born in Barberton, OH on October 19, 1945 to George and June Watkins. She joins her husband, the love of her life of 58 years, Robert Dyke.Brenda was a huge animal lover and loved to read and travel. She is...
Ruth Mae Connor
Sep 6, 2026
September 6 is the date we begin the celebration of Ruth's life in Heaven with her Savior, Jesus Christ. Ruth was born at home in Auburndale, Wisconsin, September 20, 1920 and passed from this earthly life on September 6, 2026.
Ruth was childhood sweethearts with Roger Connor. They married in 1945 and moved to Akron in 1953. He preceded her...
Josephine A. Matteson
Sep 5, 2026
With hearts full of sorrow and thanksgiving, Josephine Agnes Matteson, 96, Akron, Ohio, was called home to the Lord on September 5, 2026.
She was born Josephine Jankowiak on December 22, 1929, in Johnstown, Pennsylvania to Jan and Maryanna (Budney) with her older siblings Betty and Leo who all preceded her in death. St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Moxham became...
John F. Niekamp
Sep 5, 2026
The Heavens will be shaking as the Niekamps, Heitkamps, and Dettlings welcome John Niekamp home and enjoy the best damn family reunion the place has ever seen.
John Frederick Niekamp, age 92, passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 5, 2026. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, businessman, and friend.
John was born on July 16, 1934, in...
Richard James George
Aug 27, 2026
The world has lost the kindest and most loving man when Rick George passed away unexpectedly on August 27 surrounded by the family that loved him deeply. His strong faith was quiet, steady and deeply personal. He was a devoted husband, a loving and caring father, a good son and brother and a true friend to all that were lucky...
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