All Obituaries

Jennifer "Jen" Durbin (Jansen), 47, passed away into the Lord's loving arms on May 13, 2022. She was born on February 26, 1975, in Akron, OH. Jen was a lifelong resident of the area and will be missed by her family, friends, and those whose life she touched. Jen was a spiritual warrior during her battle with cancer. Jen's journey to follow God's plan led her to volunteer at Embrace Clinic as an advocate, minister in Unbound Sessions and a vital part of CHRP Women's...

Marcia L. Mazak., 89, died peacefully at Ohio Living Rockynol in Akron on May 11, 2022. Mrs. Mazak was born on June 11, 1932 in Akron, OH to Mark and Rebecca Tenney. Upon her graduation from Buchtel High School (Akron, OH), she attended the University of Akron and met her future husband, Ed. Marcia was a mixed media artist whose career spanned five decades. She studied painting and drawing with Charles Shannon of Montgomery, AL, painting with both Brack Walker of Auburn University, and Ou...

Margaret "Marge" Nina Labbe, 80, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on May 8, 2022. Marge entered this world on March 19, 1942, in Cleveland, OH, born to Mathias and Mildred Klekker. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Robert P. Labbe; sons, Matt (Jennifer) Labbe, and Jonathan (Debrah) Labbe; and grandchildren Jacob, Owen, Dylan, Raena and Quinn. Marge lived a life of service beginning as a sister of the Humility of Mary where she started teaching first grade....

Charles Calvin Smith, Jr., lifelong resident of Akron, Ohio passed away peacefully on May 8, 2022 at the age of 65. He was born on February 1, 1957 to the late Charles C. Smith, Sr. and Joanne (Greathouse) Smith. Charles is survived by his beloved son, Aaron Charles Smith (Martina) and grandson, Grayson Smith; step-daughter Angela (Loren) Taylor; sister, Yvonne (James) Goins; brothers, Daniel S. Smith, Kevin L. (Roxana) Smith and Spencer A. Smith. Charles has one grandson, two...

Thomas Howard Gosorn January 12, 1939 - May 5, 2022 Thomas Gosorn, 83 of Akron passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, May 5 surrounded by his family. He battled Alzheimer's dementia for many years. Tom was preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, JoAnn, parents Ralph W. and Ida (Lukosavich) Gosorn as well as the loving family dog, Shelby. He is survived by sons, Ralph (Joy) Gosorn of Cuyahoga Falls and Thomas B. Gosorn of Green, daughters Kim (Doug) Heaton of Cleveland TN and...

Forever in our Hearts Liza Michelle Kinney, age 48, passed away on May 4, 2022 surrounded by her family. She was born to Buddy John and Justine Kinney on September 30, 1973 in Barberton, Ohio. Michelle is survived by her daughter, parents, siblings, nephews, niece, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins that all love her dearly. She had a great adoration for art, music, reading, gardening, and being an attentive mother. Her favorite way to spend time was with her daughter and animals she...

James R. Warters 92, of Copley passed away May 1, 2022. He was born July 18, 1929 in Middletown, NY to Walter & Ethel.  Jim grew up in New Jersey, New York state and Pennsylvania before joining the Marines in 1946-48. After marrying Joan in 1956, they raised 3 children in Copley. He worked for Goodyear and Loral Wheel & Brake in Akron for 30 plus years as an Aeronautical engineer.  Jim was very active in Boy Scouts & served as a Scoutmaster among other positions. He...

Jack McWhorter, age 71 of Akron, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2022 after a brief illness. Jack was born on September 27, 1950, in Canton, Ohio to the late James and Dorothy McWhorter. He and his family have lived in Akron for 45 years.  Jack was a Professor of Art at Kent State University at Stark for 32 years and loved teaching. But his passion was painting. He knew at a young age that he wanted to be an artist, and pursued his craft throughout his life with dedication and...

William “Bill” Joseph Zierke was an incredible husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He entered eternal rest on Tuesday, April 26th, 2022, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Bill was born to his parents, William and Virginia (Schifeling) Zierke on November 4, 1946, in Peoria, Illinois. He was an athlete from Richwood High School and went on to earn a degree from Bradley University. There, Bill began dating the love of his life, Sherill “Sherry” Wilson, and...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

Gertrude (Colopy) Dann passed away November 22, 2020 from Covid-19. Gert was born into a loving family, the youngest of five, on July 16, 1929, to Robert and Gertrude Colopy. She lived her entire life in Akron. Gert graduated from Kenmore High School, went on to the University of Akron where she became an Alpha Delta Pi, earned her Bachelor of Science in Education in 1953, was recognized as a Jennings Scholar in 1967, and then received her Masters of Education from Kent State University in...

Helen Kirk, 89, passed away peacefully November 20, 2020 with her family by her side. Born in Akron, Ohio, Helen lived in the area for most of her life. She graduated from North High in 1948, worked at BF Goodrich and belonged to the Christ Child Society. She also worked in real estate for several years. Helen enjoyed spending time with her large family, holding holiday parties, playing bridge, going to the casino, and having weekly dinners with her lifelong friends. Helen was preceded in...

Richard Matthew Masayko, 69, passed away Thursday, November 19, 2020. No services are scheduled.

William Barone, 65 of Akron passed away on November 18, 2020. Bill was born in Akron to the late Vito & Angelina Barone. Bill loved his family, riding his harley & sports. He is survived by his beloved fiancé Melissa, son Billy Barone, daughters Jessica (Robert) Dillon, Amber (Craig) Chester, 8 grand children and Brother Tony Barone. Cremation has taken place no services are scheduled.

Raemonique Carlisle (Washington) Nicky, 55, passed away on Nov. 16 after a long illness. She graduated from Buchtel H.S. in 1983. She later earned a degree in Early Childhood Development at the University of Akron. Born on November 24, 1964 to Lovie (Carlisle) Mingle and Freddie Rivers. She was preceded in death by her son, Duwayne Stamps, her father, grandparents Pomp and Estella Carlisle and Velma and Freddie Rivers Sr., brothers Todd and Darren Roberts. She leaves to cherish her memory,...

Douglas Orlin Carpenter died in his home on November 16, 2020 in Akron, OH due to complications of heart disease. He was 73 years old. Doug was born on May 15, 1947 in Akron, OH to his parents, Orlin and Ruth Eileen Carpenter. He graduated from Buchtel High school and attended The University of Akron. He married Linda Anne Coon in 1972 and started a family in Copley. Doug enjoyed his time as a member of Copley Kiwanis and recently retired from a career in sales in 2017. He was currently...

Msgr. Robert C. Wolff, born August 6, 1925, the son of Peter and Rosa and the brother of George and Joseph all deceased. Msgr. Wolff is survived by nephew, Rev. Alec Wolff of the Diocese of Chicago and many loving cousins. He attended Our Lady Of Peace Grade School, Cathedral Latin High School, Sacred Heart Seminary in Detroit and St. Mary Seminary in Cleveland. Msgr. Wolff did graduate work in English Literature at John Carroll Univ., M.A. and Western Reserve Univ.,Ph.D. He taught at...

Elaine Kriebel, 92, passed away Friday, November 13, 2020. She was born in Akron on Christmas Day 1927 to Lorenzo and Buehler Langford. Elaine was preceded in death by parents; brothers Eugene, Homer, James, Donald, Jimmy and sister Sue. She is survived by son Keith Kriebel. As per her wishes, no services will be held.

Tammy Dayton (nee Gray) passed away at home on November 11, 2020. A lifetime resident of Copley, Ohio, Tammy was an avid cook, gardener, and bird-watcher. She is survived by her partner, Jay Johnson; daughter Sarah Fallon (Bill); brother Mike (Isabel); sister Beth (Andre); three granddaughters along with several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. According to her wishes, cremation and services have taken place privately. We thank her friends and neighbors for their support...

On the beautiful fall morning of November 9th, Ian Joseph Little, age 23, of Cuyahoga Falls, OH passed away suddenly and unexpectedly. Ian was a dearly loved father, son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, grandson and friend and is greatly missed. He was a kind and sensitive soul with a big heart who noticed those who were new or alone and made them feel welcome and accepted. His greatest gift was his heart for helping and supporting others. His smile and laughter were contagious and shined a...

Dolores M. Harris-Madison, 86, died Friday, November 6, 2020. She was born in Akron and a graduate of Hammel Actual Business College. Dolores was a member of Visitation of Mary Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by parents Neil and Margaret Harris and husband Robert. She is survived by nephews Michael Harris, John Stone, Jr.; niece Peggy Harris and many other nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, November 12, 2020, 11:00am at Visitation of Mary...

David Ford Fisher, a pianist, of Akron, passed on Friday, November 6, 2020. He is most remembered for his talent as a pianist, his kindness, caring, mentorship of talented musicians, and his indelible mark on the Akron music scene and all of those who were fortunate enough to know him and work alongside him. Born December 22, 1946, and raised in Akron, OH. He received a Bachelor of Science and a Juris Doctor from the University of Akron. He did Postgraduate at Stanford University and the...