Obituaries

Diana Lucia

Diana Lucia

Jan 30, 2024

Diana C. Lucia died peacefully January 30, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was born in Surrey, England and came to the United States in 1968. She lived all over the world until she met her husband Angelo Lucia in Morocco where they married. She then moved to the USA and settled in Akron, Ohio. Diana was very involved in...

Carol Karakis

Carol Karakis

Jan 28, 2024

Carol Ann Karakis (Gerstel), 81, of Creston, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on January 28, 2024,surrounded by her children.

Born in Pittsburgh on September 28, 1942, Carol is preceded in death by her husband, George, and her siblings, Bob Gerstel and Marlene Long. George and Carol were married on October 19, 1963. Carol loved George and her family more than anything....

Frank Gardner

Frank Gardner

Jan 25, 2024

Frank Gregory Gardner, of Avon Lake, Ohio, went to be with the Lord on January 25, 2024, at the age of 21. He was a student at the University of Akron studying finance. He graduated from Lutheran West High School in 2021 where he was a varsity wrestler and member of the National Honor Society. He placed in many wrestling...

Scott Doty

Scott Doty

Jan 23, 2024

Scott Doty, age 58 of Massillon, departed this world on January 23, 2024 following a year-long battle with cancer. However, if you ask his loved ones, they will tell you untreated mental illness and alcoholism stole his spirit many years prior.

Scott, like all of us, made his fair share of mistakes. He was far from a perfect man. And...

Anthony Caruso

Anthony Caruso

Jan 22, 2024

Anthony J. Caruso, PhD, 69 years old, passed away from complications due to Parkinson's disease. He fought this disease for 28 years with tenacity, grace, and humor. He is preceded in death by his father, Anthony, Sr, his mother, Josephine, his brother, Michael, and his beloved dog, Chester.

For those who knew Tony, they enjoyed his wit, sense of humor,...

Kathleen Givens

Kathleen Givens

Jan 21, 2024

Kathleen H. Givens, 76, passed away on January 21, 2024. She was born on July 2, 1947 in Akron to the late Reginald and Lena Best. She was a 1965 graduate of Buchtel High School.

Preceded in death by 3 sisters; she is survived by husband, Sanford "Sandy"; son, Jon (Stephanie) Givens; brother, Reginald Best.

Calling hours will be...

Tyrone Millhouse

Tyrone Millhouse

Jan 20, 2024

It's with deep sadness that we reflect on the passing of Ty Millhouse, who was considered a friend and spiritual brother. Many share in the sadness felt by his brother Knights of Columbus, many of whom dutifully visited and prayed with him in the hospital since he was admitted in mid-December.

Like many converts to our Catholic faith, Ty...

Helen Sarvis

Helen Sarvis

Jan 19, 2024

Born in Akron, OH 1/5/34 the youngest child of Charles & Anna Jahant peacefully & triumphantly returned to the Lord on January 19th exactly 2 weeks following her 90th birthday celebration with family and friends.

Helen, preceded in death by husband Chris, leaves behind her son Tom, daughter Anne Silliman (Jay) and son Dan (Barb). Her son John (Mayette) preceded...

Margaret "Peggy" Ruhmanseder

Margaret "Peggy" Ruhmanseder

Jan 16, 2024

Margaret "Peggy" Ruhmanseder, of Akron, Ohio, died, January 16, 2024, after a short illness, surrounded by her loving family.

Peggy was born, January 23, 1930, in Akron, to Joseph and Mary Ruhmanseder. She and her sisters, Nora, Mary Josephine, and Rita, were raised in Firestone Park, in a home filled with laughter, love, and family. Peggy attended St. Paul Elementary School,...

Mildred Cochrun

Mildred Cochrun

Jan 15, 2024

Mildred T. Cochrun (Millie), 92, of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio passed away January 15, 2024, at her home. Millie was born on February 23, 1931, to Mike and Theresia Voglein. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, William A. Cochrun, her sister, Helen Thirjung, brothers Nick and Frank Voglein. She is survived by her beloved children, William, Colleen...

Robert Yeoman

Robert Yeoman

Jan 8, 2024

Robert C. Yeoman, age 85, went Home to be with the Lord on January 8, 2024. He was born on August 15, 1938 in Slocomb, Alabama to the late Pastor Coy and Doris Yeoman. Bob was retired from Ametek-Lamb Electric as a vacuum cleaner supervisor after nearly 25 years of service. Bob enjoyed hunting, fishing, woodworking, gardening and loved the...

Robert Paul

Robert Paul

Jan 4, 2024

Robert D. Paul, 48 passed away due to cardiac arrest unexpectedly on January 4th, 2024. He passed away while running in Wheeling, West Virginia. He was born April 24, 1975 in Barberton, Ohio. The son of Edward R. Paul and Linda L. (nee Scheetz) Paul. He was known for being an over achiever, joyful, comedic, and loving character.

Robert...

Julian Badalich

Julian Badalich

Jan 2, 2024

Julian M. Badalich passed away peacefully at his home January 2, 2024 after a long illness. He was a lifetime Copley residence who loved watching Barrett-Jackson car auction, Nascar, and spending time with his family. Julian worked for Don Frankenfield and Akron Concrete as a cement finisher for over 30 years.

Preceded in death by his wife; JoAnne, son; Michael,...

Yvonne Hamlin

Yvonne Hamlin

Dec 30, 2023

Her eleven grandchildren and five great grands lovingly called her Grandmama. To her four children, she was Mother, not Mom. And although her late husband, Richard M. (Dick) Hamlin, Sr. called her Yvonne, he would just as frequently refer to her as his "Dolly" and beautiful bride.

Yvonne Diana Franz Hamlin passed away peacefully on December 30, 2023, at her...

Donna Embreus

Donna Embreus

Dec 29, 2023

Donna Lauretta Embreus, 97, of Cuyahoga Falls, OH, went to be with the Lord on December 29, 2023 after a brief illness.

Donna was born February 14,1926 in Logan, OH. She grew up in Ashland, OH where she met her husband. Music was a large part of her life. She could sight read music and play the piano and...

Linda Rhodes

Linda Rhodes

Dec 26, 2023

Linda passed away peacefully on December 26, 2023 after a short illness. She was born June 2, 1940 in Corton, WV to the late Lorren and Lorayne Wilson. She graduated from Spencer (WV) High School in 1958 and moved to Akron shortly after graduation. She retired from Summit County Department of Human Services in 2003. She helped to create a...

Madeline Strauss

Madeline Strauss

Dec 22, 2023

Madeline passsed peacefully at her home on December 22, 2023. She was born to Clarence and Evelyn Workman in Akron, Ohio in 1924. Madeline graduated from St. Vincent High School with high honors. She was a secretary for a prominent investment firm, Dies Electric, and PNC Bank.

Madeline and James were married for 44 years until his passing in 1992....

Kimberly Davis

Kimberly Davis

Dec 20, 2023

Kim Davis passed away on December 20, 2023 at the age of 63. She was just 9 days away from her 64th birthday. She was born December 29th, 1959 to the late Paul Eugene and Vinceen Louise Davis. Kim was one of nine children and the oldest daughter.

Kim was a loyal and loving daughter, an amazing sister and a...

Peggi Yurkschatt

Peggi Yurkschatt

Dec 16, 2023

Peggi Yurkschatt (nee Dente) 70, of Copley, Ohio, passed away on December 16, 2023, in Akron. She was born on August 15, 1953, in Akron to the late Richard and Margaret Dente. Peggi was a loving and loyal individual, known for her family first approach to life.

Peggi is survived by her beloved husband, John, and their children: Suzanne...

Patricia Lynn Kirk-Gorbach

Patricia Lynn Kirk-Gorbach

Dec 15, 2023

Patty Kirk-Gorbach, 65, passed away peacefully December 15, 2023 with her family by her side in Lakewood Ranch, Florida. Born in Akron, Ohio, Patty lived in the area for most of her life. She graduated from St. Vincent-St. Mary High School (Class of ’76), where she was President of the National Honor Society. She then attended and graduated from the...

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