Obituaries

Gertrude Coss

Gertrude Coss

Aug 22, 2021

Gertrude Mary Coss, age 76, passed away on August 22, 2021. She was born in Scranton, PA to Charles and Gertrude (Hughes) Coss. Gertrude was preceded in death by her parents; and brothers, Edward, Thomas, Paul and Robert. She is survived by her children, Margaret (Cora Tolley) Heath, Bonnie (George) Beauchamp, and Michelle (Scott) Smith; and many grandchildren, great grandchildren,...

Kenneth Stackpole

Kenneth Stackpole

Aug 21, 2021

Kenneth "Rex" Stackpole, age 58, passed away on August 21, 2021. He was born in Salmon, ID to James and Karen Stackpole. Rex married Deborah (Phillips) Stackpole, and she survives. He is also survived by his mother, Karen Stackpole; his brothers, James Stackpole, and Harold Stackpole; sister Theresa Russell; brother-in-law, Chuck (Shari) Evans; children, Jennifer (Gary) Fankhauser, and Melody...

Victor DiFino

Victor DiFino

Aug 18, 2021

Together Again and Always! Victor H. DiFino (Vic) - born January 11, 1944 was called to be with the Lord on August 18, 2021. Vic was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was immediate friends with most everyone who met him. Growing up in the Iselin section of Woodbridge, NJ, his family lovingly nicknamed him "Butch" and was...

Willie Brazil

Willie Brazil

Aug 17, 2021

Willie J. Brazil Jr., 47, born November 29, 1973 went home to be with the Lord on August 17, 2021. He graduated from Central Hower High School and earned his college degree from the University of Akron. His passion was restoring anything that had electrical components. He was an avid fisherman and loved praising God. He was a good...

Mitchell Thomas

Mitchell Thomas

Aug 17, 2021

Mitchell I Thomas (Mitch) passed away peacefully on August 17, 2021. Born on March 19, 1962, he shared his birthday with his grandfather and namesake. He was a proud alum of St. V-M where he excelled in football and basketball. A knee injury in an All-star game sidelined his college football career but went on to attend Youngstown State University....

Gregory Zoldesy

Gregory Zoldesy

Aug 16, 2021

Gregory Matthew Zoldesy, age 63, passed away doing what he loved...riding his Harley on August 16, 2021. He was born in North Olmsted, OH to Eugene (Geraldine) Zoldesy and Anna (Furin) Zoldesy. Greg was preceded in death by his parents and step-mother; and his brother, Jeffrey Zoldesy. Greg is survived by his children, Max Christian Zoldesy and Anna Marie (fiance',...

James Kendel

James Kendel

Aug 15, 2021

James S. Kendel, age 90, passed away on August 15, 2021. Jim was preceded in death by his wife Virginia, parents Jacob Kendel and Elizabeth Kendel (Bartok), brothers James, Tom, Joe; sisters Barbara Hope and Mary Miga. He is survived by his wife Wanda; daughter Sandra Collins of Wadsworth; son Dr James Kendel and wife Patricia of Medina; daughter Dr....

Lorene Haddox

Lorene Haddox

Aug 13, 2021

Peacefully and lovingly surrounded by her family, Lorrie Haddox of Akron, OH transitioned to heaven on Friday, April 13th, 2021. She will be forever remembered by her first and only love and lifelong best friend, husband of nearly 54 years, Donald Haddox also of Akron. Her son Don Haddox (VT) wife Stephanie and two grandchildren Tristan and Charlie. Her...

Angela Modena

Angela Modena

Aug 7, 2021

Angela Lillian Modena (Nee Matarrese), 84, passed away on August 6, 2021. Born in Akron Ohio, to the late John and Isabella (Giampetro) Mattarese. Lillian was a graduate of North High School (54) in Akron. She was a Tallmadge resident for 21 years and retired from General Tire in 1998. In addition to her parents, Lillian is preceded in...

Anne Pierson

Anne Pierson

Aug 6, 2021

Anne C. Pierson left us on August 6, 2021 after a long struggle with traumatic brain injuries. She was a beacon to her family and friends, showing good humor, acting with kindness, and demonstrating compassion until the very end. Anne was preceded in death by her parents, Marshall and Mary Helen, and beloved sister, Susan. Anne is survived by...

Marianne Revesz

Marianne Revesz

Aug 3, 2021

Marianne Elizabeth Grossmayer Revesz, born April 21, 1944, of Copley, passed away on August 3, 2021. Married since February, 1962, she married the love of her life, Joseph Revesz. She was the first and favorite of seven; preceded in heaven by her parents, Elizabeth Rauch and David Grossmayer, daughter, Anna Marie, and great granddaughter, Gwenevere Elizabeth. She was a devoted...

Cilla Falcione

Cilla Falcione

Jul 30, 2021

Cilla (Zarzour) Falcione, age 56; born in Honolulu, Hawaii. Daughter of the late Fred Zarzour and Dorothy Zarzour (Cummins). Wife of Bryan Falcione. Passed away on Friday, July 30, 2021 after losing her battle with cancer. A beloved wife, mother and grandmother. She is survived by her husband, Bryan. Her eight children, Adalin, Larissa, Jasmine (James), Zachary, Nolan (Meghan),...

Allison Bentley

Allison Bentley

Jul 30, 2021

Allison Rose Bentley, 47, the sweetest lady on Earth, passed away unexpectedly on July 30, 2021. She was born February 17, 1974 in Akron, Ohio; she graduated from Akron East High School in 1992. She earned both her Bachelor's and Master's degrees from the University of Akron. Allison, a teacher at Ellet High School, was truly beloved by all...

Shirley Davis

Shirley Davis

Jul 28, 2021

Shirley Ann Davis, 91, was called home on July 28, 2021. She is survived by her best friend and loving husband of 66 years, Robert C. Davis of Akron Ohio, her sons, Robert J Davis (Erika) of Carthage, North Carolina, John Charles Davis (Rachel) of Wadsworth, Ohio, several nieces, nephews, and countless friends. Preceded in death by her daughter,...

Alexander McNair

Alexander McNair

Jul 27, 2021

Alexander J. McNair, 95, of West Akron, a retired Firestone Tire and Rubber Co. finance executive, died Tuesday,July 27, 2021 at Summa Health's Akron City Hospital. He was a man who always knew what he wanted and worked to get the desired results. He worked for Firestone from 1948 to 1983 when he retired as executive vice president in the...

William Phillips Jr.

William Phillips Jr.

Jul 25, 2021

William D. Phillips Jr. born on June 11, 1972 in Fort Hood, Texas to the late, William Sr. and Donna Phillips, passed away on July 25, 2021. He was also preceded in death by his brother. William is survived by his three daughters, Sabrina (Sheldon) Sommers, Cheyenne Phillips, and Cassidy Phillips; a son William D. Phillips III; one grandson; five...

Carl Gilreath

Carl Gilreath

Jul 25, 2021

Carl G. Gilreath of Wadsworth, OH passed away peacefully on July 25, 2021, at Akron General Hospital. Carl was born August 3, 1941 in Burbank, OH, to the late Charles and Louise (Romick) Gilreath. Carl graduated from Copley High School. He worked in the auto business starting with Terex and retiring from GM after 30+ years. Carl loved riding his...

Mary Mercer

Mary Mercer

Jul 24, 2021

Mary Magdalene Deuel Mercer, 93, known as "Mae" and widow of former Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. Chairman Robert E. "Bob" Mercer, died of natural causes at her Akron, Ohio home on Saturday, July 24. Mae, known for her sense of humor and irrepressible optimism, was active in community circles with the Women's Board of Children's Hospital, the "Keep...

Louise Williams

Louise Williams

Jul 22, 2021

Louise Theresa Sammarone-Williams, 94, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at home in Akron, Ohio on 21 July 2021. She was born 9 September 1926 in Youngstown, Ohio. The daughter of Anthony, Sr. and Felicia Mary (Bascille-Nittoli) Sammarone. She attended Rayen High School and graduated from South High School in 1944. After graduation she worked in the stationary department...

Brian Jones

Brian Jones

Jul 16, 2021

Brian K. Jones, 60, passed away on July 16, 2021. He was born on June 19, 1961 in Stow. Brian graduated from Stow High School in 1979. Preceded in death by his parents Mary Ann Jones and Jim Jones. He is survived by siblings, Kim (Glenn) Helms, Tim (Debbie) Jones, Becky Jones, Elizabeth Jones, Tom (Colleen) Jones, Susan (Joe,...