Obituaries

Suzanne Stock (nee Baughman)

Suzanne Stock (nee Baughman)

Sep 7, 2024

Suzanne Stock passed away on September 7, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born and lived in Akron her entire life. Suzanne was a graduate of St. Vincent High School.

Preceded in death by her parents Larry and Mary Baughman; sisters, Patricia Baughman and Nancy Scalia; and daughter, Lisa Smith; she is survived by her husband, Stephen;...

Robert McClister

Robert McClister

Sep 1, 2024

Robert Kenneth McClister, known affectionately as Bob, passed away unexpectedly on September 1, 2024, at the age of 64 in Liberty Township, OH. Born on September 25, 1959, in Coshocton, Ohio, he lived most of his life in Copley, OH where he was a cherished figure in his community and a beacon of joy to his family and friends.

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Carolyn Crook

Carolyn Crook

Aug 30, 2024

Carolyn Marie (Butler) Crook, born in Akron, Ohio and resided in West Bloomfield, Michigan, died peacefully at home on August 30, 2024 in the care of her family and the wonderful nurses from Henry Ford Hospice. Cary grew up in Akron, Ohio attending St. Sebastian's grade school and St. Vincent's-St. Mary's High School where she excelled academically. She was one...

Sebastian Johnson

Sebastian Johnson

Aug 30, 2024

Sebastian Karol Johnson entered this world with a precipitous, unexpected homebirth on February 9, 2018. He passed to perfect, eternal life just as precipitously on August 30, 2024 in a swimming accident. During his six years, he brought boundless excitement and energy, an impish smile, and a pint-sized helping of chaos wherever he went.

Sebastian would dash through the hallways...

Elaine Negron

Elaine Negron

Aug 29, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family of Elaine Ann Negron announce her unexpected passing on August 29, 2024 after a long and fulfilling life.

Our mom was kind, sweet, and beautiful. She was a classy lady. She loved her family. She was kind to all, compassionate, and always smiling or laughing. She continues to be an inspiration to all...

Jacquelyn Lisowski

Jacquelyn Lisowski

Aug 24, 2024

Jacquelyn (Jil) Marie Lisowski (née Janis), a beloved mother, Mimi, and cherished member of the North Royalton Christian Church, passed away peacefully after a courageous two and a half-year battle with cancer at the age of 62. Born on June 3, 1962, Jil lived her life in Richfield, Ohio, and Richfield, North Carolina, proudly graduating from Revere High School in...

Mary Grace Headley

Mary Grace Headley

Aug 13, 2024

Mary Grace Headley (O'Doherty) passed away peacefully on August 13, 2024 at age 91.

Born in London Ontario on October 5th, 1932, she was adopted on St Patrick's day 1933 and moved to her new home in Windsor, Ontario. She grew up with her best friend and cousin, Frances, and went to mass everyday with her Mother and beloved Grandmother....

Karen R. King

Karen R. King

Aug 11, 2024

Karen Renee King, aged 58, passed away on August 11, 2024, in Copley, Ohio. Born on February 8, 1966, in Akron, Ohio. She was known for her thoughtful nature, especially toward her friends and family, and her ability to bring warmth and joy to those around her. Karen was a joy to be around and loved dearly by all who...

William Dyer

William Dyer

Aug 11, 2024

William 'Bill' C. Dyer was born to Alvin C. Dyer and Jane Schellentrager Dyer of Geauga, OH. Bill graduated from West Geauga High School and earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Denver. A man of few words, Bill was an avid sports fan with a dry sense of humor who enjoyed watching games, trading stocks, and spending time...

Paul Webb

Paul Webb

Aug 8, 2024

Paul Brian Webb, 56, retired Copley Police Officer, passed away suddenly August 8, 2024. Beloved husband of Chris (Welton). Father of Ryan (Ashley) and Sophie Webb. Stepfather of Kyle, Taylor, Issy, and Abby Alt. Cherished son of Kathleen (Seeholzer) and Larry (deceased). Son-in-law of Marge and Jim Welton. Sibling of David (Cathy), Kate (Tim), and Kevin (Shannon). Uncle of Geoffrey,...

Monna Ezzie

Monna Ezzie

Aug 7, 2024

Monna "Sue" Ezzie (nee Lynch), 74, of Copley, Ohio, died August 7, 2024, surrounded by her family and friends at the Cleveland Clinic Hospice Center after a courageous 4-year battle with cancer. Sue was born January 12, 1950, and lived her entire life in Copley, Ohio. She was a 1968 graduate of Copley High School and a 911 Dispatcher for...

Janet Baird

Janet Baird

Aug 7, 2024

Janet Baird, of Lodi, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 7th, at the age of 88. She transitioned into her new life surrounded by her daughter, grandsons, and the love and comfort at Hospice of Medina County. The number 88 symbolizes new beginnings, echoing the sentiment of Psalm 46: "God has a constantly flowing river whose sparkling streams bring...

Dale Edwards

Dale Edwards

Aug 7, 2024

Dale C. Edwards of Copley, Ohio, passed away on August 7, 2024. He was the son of the late Leslie D. and Doris (Helmick) Edwards.

Dale was preceded in death by his wife Susan "Sue" (Frank) Edwards. He is survived by daughters, Kathy Carr and Carolyn Landis and three grandchildren-Nadine Carr, Megan Landis, and Alexander Landis.

Dale...

Cheryl Watson

Cheryl Watson

Aug 6, 2024

Cheryl Watson, age 72 unexpectedly passed away August 6, 2024. Born on February 28,1952 in Akron, OH to the late Ford & Mabel Parker.

She was a graduate of Copley High School and worked as a nursing assistant until her retirement.

She is survived by her daughter- Tammy (Brian) Ellinwood, son -Michael Watson, grandsons-Shane (Ariel) Ellinwood, Cameron Watson, granddaughter- Mikayla...

Richard Bender

Richard Bender

Aug 6, 2024

Richard Addie Bender passed away on August 6, 2024 at the age of 78. Richard graduated from Copley High School and Otterbein University. Upon graduation Richard ran the family farm and market before taking on a second career with FedEx Express. Richard was a dedicated courier and retired as one of the facility managers in Akron. Richard spent a career...

Betty Murray

Betty Murray

Aug 3, 2024

Betty Jo Murray passed away peacefully on August 3rd, 2024. She was born on June 10th, 1942 in Livingston, Tennessee to Palo and Ruby Dennis.

Betty was a loving wife, devoted mother, and cherished grandmother.

She is survived by her husband John W. Murray, sons; John W. Murray, Jr. and Bobby Murray (Christina McCreary), grandchildren, Megan Engleman, Baylie McCreary, Caleb...

Robert Larson

Robert Larson

Aug 1, 2024

Bob Larson Obituary

Robert Fred Larson, known affectionately as Bob, passed away on August 1, 2024, at the age of 87. Born on June 7, 1937, in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Malva and Fred Larson, he spent his final days at Greenfield Estates Memory Care in Fairlawn, Ohio. He is remembered and revered for his adventuresome Viking spirit, devotion to family,...

Sarah Kelley

Sarah Kelley

Jul 30, 2024

Sarah Jane Kelley passed away on July 30, 2024. A native of Akron, Ohio, she attended St. Sebastian Grade School, Buchtel High School, and was a graduate of the University of Akron with a degree in Secretarial Science. While at the University, she was President of Phi Mu Sorority and the first women manager of the Student Union Building.

Upon...

Anthony Levenderis

Anthony Levenderis

Jul 29, 2024

Tony Levenderis, 95, passed away on July 29, 2024.

Tony was born in Akron, OH on April 28, 1929 to the late William Levenderis and Harriet (Kakis) Levenderis.

Tony graduated from East High School in 1948 and was active in the National Honor Society, Student Council, American College of Modern Weightlifting and the Caravan Staff. At age 14,...

Joseph Mako

Joseph Mako

Jul 27, 2024

Joseph "Joe" Mako, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2024. His presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Born on May 31, 1938, to the late Joseph and May (Hopkins) Mako, Joe was a proud graduate of Garfield High School, Class of 1956.

Joe's devotion to his family was...