Obituaries
Peter Wilson
Sep 3, 2021
Peter G. Wilson of Akron OH, and former head of Old Trail School, passed away on September 3, 2021, his 85th birthday. He was born in Toronto, Canada, the son of the late Jack G. Wilson and Sally Palmer Wilson. He immigrated to the U.S. in 1942 with his name attached to his mother's passport. He became an American citizen...
Nicole Young
Sep 2, 2021
Nicole Dawn Lucas Young, 41, of Green, passed away Thursday, September 2, 2021 at her residence. She was born September 18, 1979 in Bellaire, Ohio to Wade and Teresa (Randall) Lucas. She was a 1997 graduate of Coshocton High School and received her B.S. degree from Baldwin Wallace University in 2002. During her time at BW, she participated on...
Ruth Nahas
Aug 31, 2021
Our wonderful mother, musician and best friend, passed away unexpectedly on August 31, 2021. "Ruthie" was born in Akron, Ohio on March 31, 1921 to Blaine and Ellen Presler, the fourth of five siblings. After surviving The Great Depression and upon graduating Garfield High School, she worked throughout the war years as a secretary finally landing a career at...
Joseph Bodnar
Aug 31, 2021
Joseph A. Bodnar of Broadview Heights, formerly residing in Cuyahoga Falls, peacefully passed away on August 31st, 2021, following prolonged health issues. Born in Cleveland on September 24, 1946 to Joseph and Gertrude Bodnar (deceased), Joe was a 1964 Olmsted Falls High School graduate, three varsity sport athlete, and Senior Class Vice President. Joe was a mentor to young...
David Benner
Aug 31, 2021
David Scott Benner "Ben" was born on October 4, 1953 to Forrest and Mary Lee Benner in Freemont, Ohio and passed away on August 31, 2021. He attended Wadsworth City Schools and graduated from the University of Akron. He worked for Bank One (Chase) for many years, and managed multiple branches of the company before retirement. He was preceded...
Scott Woodard
Aug 27, 2021
Scott James Woodard, age 41, passed away unexpectedly on August 27, 2021. He enjoyed the outdoors, fishing and spending time with his family. Scott just recently graduated from Stark State with his CDL License. Preceded in death by his father, Jessie Woodard; he is survived by his mother, Freda Woodard; sisters, Tricia (Michael) Ross and Lisa (Jerry) Pickens; nieces...
James Gibson
Aug 25, 2021
James Samuel Gibson II, after his courageous battle with cancer, peacefully transitioned to heaven on August 25, 2021. The son of the late James Samuel Gibson I and Gladys Mae Burton Gibson, James was born July 1, 1946, in Akron, Ohio. After graduating from Akron South High school in 1964, James joined the U.S. Army and served for three years....
Dorthelynn Andreoli
Aug 25, 2021
Dorthelynn (Dee Dee) Andreoli passed away peacefully on August 25, 2021. Born in Akron, Ohio March 28, 1950 to proud parents Jack and Josephine Griffiths. She attended Old Trail, graduated from Firestone High School and attended the University of Akron, after which she went to work for the Limited. She quickly rose to become their #1 sales associate in...
William Lammers
Aug 25, 2021
William I. (Bill) Lammers, 90, of Fairlawn died on August 25, 2021 after a short battle with COVID-19. He was fully vaccinated. He was the son of Irving and Ann Lammers and was born in Jackson, Michigan on June 29, 1931. He was preceded in death by his parents and by his wife of 60 years, Roseanne (nee Raub), whom...
Essie Tarbis
Aug 22, 2021
Essie Ellen (Erlanger) Tarbis, age 83, passed away on August 22, 2021. She was born in Guntersblum, Germany to Lothar Erlanger and Minna Erlanger. Essie married Myron Tarbis and he preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her parents, and a daughter, Susan Tarbis; her sisters, Hannelore Jewell and Margo Waddell; and brother, Fred Erlanger....
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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