Sandra Gromley

Dec 28, 2022

Sandy Gromley, 83, went to heaven to be with the Lord on December 28, 2022. She was born in Pennsylvania to June Kramer (Hoffmeier) on May 9, 1939. Grandpa Kramer had a big part in her upbringing, and she had fond memories of those times with him. Sandra got two younger brothers when her mother married, John Hoffmeier. Jay and...

Helen Hurd

Dec 27, 2022

Helen (Patty) Hurd passed away peacefully on December 27, 2022.

She is survived by daughters Cathy and Patti, granddaughter Johanna, and brother Sherwood.

She was preceded in death by parents Helen and Frank Strickland, husband Larry Hurd, and son David Hurd.

Helen was born in Corapolis, PA in 1940, moving to Akron to attend St. Vincent's High...

Pam Cook

Dec 27, 2022

A beautiful soul was welcomed into the loving arms of the Father on Tuesday December 27th. Kind, giving, selfless, adventurous, and fun, are all words that those who knew her would use to describe Pam. Ever the community gatherer, friends and family could count on a raucous party at Pam and Chad's home. Should one need an extra hand around...

Judith Anne Lonsbury

Dec 24, 2022

Judith "Judi" Anne Lonsbury, age 79, of Dahlonega, passed away Saturday, December 24, 2022. 

Judi was born to the late Jack and Thelma Barron on October 17, 1943.  In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her loving husband, Thomas Lonsbury, son, Joseph and sisters, Sindy Johnston and Lois Cherkasly. She was a wonderful caretaker, cook, and baker. ...

Daniel O'Donnell

Dec 24, 2022

Daniel Francis O'Donnell, age 89, passed away Christmas Eve, December 24, 2022. A lifelong proud son of Ireland, he was born to Francis and Brigid O'Donnell in Derrydruel, Co. Donegal, Ireland on June 26, 1933. He grew up in Bayonne, New Jersey, graduated from St. Peter's High School in 1951, and served in the US Army from 1953-1955. He met...

Michael Beck III

Dec 24, 2022

Michael Richard Beck III, 47, devoted husband, father and uncle, passed away December 24, 2022 at University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center in Cleveland after a courageous battle with an extended illness.

He was born May 19, 1975 in Youngstown, OH to Mr. Michael R. Beck, Jr and Karen (Zeller) Beck (deceased). A lifelong resident of Akron,...

Mary Thomasson

Dec 21, 2022

Ms. Mary "Julie" Thomasson, age 83, passed away on December 21, 2022. She was born in Akron, Ohio on October 28, 1939 to Gerard and Jeannette Fischer. Julie is survived by her two children, Denise (Anibal) and James (Julie); grandchildren, Maggie, Elizabeth, Jack, Cooper and Sydney; siblings Sue, Jackie and Guy; and father of her children, James S. Thomasson.

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Jennifer Ellis

Dec 21, 2022

Jennifer Ellis, age 56, passed away on December 21, 2022 after a prolonged struggle with cancer. She was born in Akron, Ohio and lived in the area for most of her life.

Jennifer is survived by parents, Donald and Marian Childs; her brother, Andrew Childs; her boyfriend, Dan Gordon; her beloved doggie, Bella; and many other family members. She was...

Nareene Beck

Dec 21, 2022

Nareene Jasmine Beck, 66, passed away in her home in Akron on December 21, 2022. She was born in Akron to Nang and Doreene Wong on December 15, 1956. Nareene is survived by her husband, Allen R. Beck, who she married on October 3, 1987. Nareene, or "Reenie" as he affectionately called her, was a loving and dedicated wife throughout...

Ronald Rett

Dec 21, 2022

Ron Rett, 71, loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away with God's grace into eternal life on December 21, 2022.

Ron began his career teaching then went into sales. However, he found his love and life calling when he became associated with the National Alliance On Mental Illness (NAMI), where he served in many capacities. He most recently held the...

Cheryl Robinson

Dec 20, 2022

Cheryl Robinson, age 70, known by most as Ma, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2022 after a courageous battle with cancer.

Cheryl was born in Akron, Ohio to Howard and Thelma Black. Cheryl married Steve Robinson of Akron, and celebrated their 51st wedding anniversary this past October.

If you knew Ma then you know that family was her everything....

Charles Harper

Dec 14, 2022

Charles E. Harper, 93 passed away on December 14, 2022. Services will be private.

Carlos Shorter

Dec 13, 2022

Carlos Shorter, beloved husband of Eleanor Shorter and father of five, died peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, December 13th at the age of 93. Carlos was born in Glen Daniel, West Virginia to Hettie and Clyde Shorter and married A. Doreen Toney. After Doreen's untimely death in 1977, Carlos met and married Eleanor Narris and they have been together...

Joseph Sarlouis

Dec 9, 2022

Mr. Joseph Sarlouis, age 92, went home to our Lord on December 9, 2022. He was born in Akron, OH to the late Martin and Mary Sarlouis. Joe married Martha Sarlouis on November 6, 1954, and she preceded him in death.

Joe was also preceded in death by his son, Joe Jr.; and sisters, Margie James, Marcela Kilfoyle, and Eileen...

Shirley Shafer

Dec 8, 2022

Shirley Bahry Shafer was the embodiment of family, faith, friends, style and beauty. On the evening of December 8, 2022, Shirley saw the celestial light that was calling her home, and she was ready for her next adventure in the heavens.

Shirley was born in Akron, Ohio on May 14, 1938 and was raised in the loving home of her...

Mary Jane McCorkle

Dec 7, 2022

Mary Jane (Munka) McCorkle, age 95, died peacefully at home on December 7, 2022.

She was born in Akron, Ohio where she graduated from Buchtel High School, married her husband of 72 years (Dan), raised her 5 children and enjoyed being an active member of her church and community. Mary Jane believed in staying active and being useful. She enjoyed...

Donna D'Andrea

Dec 7, 2022

Donna D'Andrea (nee Gilliland) passed away at her home in Cuyahoga Falls after a brief illness, attended by her loving family. She was born April 04,1932 in Petersburg, Indiana, the middle of 5 children. Her family moved to Akron when she was a toddler and she remained in the area for the rest of her 90 years.

She married Gino...

Terry Watson

Dec 1, 2022

Terry A. Watson, 66, passed away on December 1, 2022. He was born on September 8, 1956 the son of Roger and Wilma Watson. He was a man of faith and attended local churches in Akron. Terry proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. He retired from Giant Eagle after 30 years of dedicated service. He enjoyed the outdoors,...

Ellie Fluty

Nov 29, 2022

Ellie Catherine Fluty, age 54, passed away on November 29, 2022. She was born on March 12, 1968 in Beckley, WV to Roy and Lois Severt. Cathy graduated from Shady Spring High School in 1986 where she enjoyed being part of the marching band and riding around in her brothers cars. She then graduated from Concord College with a degree...

Lawrence Sine

Nov 27, 2022

Larry Sine, 73, passed away on Sunday, November 27, 2022 at his home. He was born on June 1, 1949 to Dick and Janet Sine in Lakemore, Ohio. Larry was a Boy Scout and his father served as Scout Leader. In his junior year of high school he began working at Monarch Rubber Factory. Larry spent the majority of his...