Obituaries

Raymond Stone

Raymond Stone

Oct 12, 2025

Ray Stone, 65, lived a life rooted in faith, family, service, and harmony. He passed away on October 12, 2025. A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, he took great pride in his family and the joy they brought him.

A devout Catholic, Ray was a deeply engaged member of St. Sebastian parish. He served on Parish Council for many years,...

Joyce Smith

Joyce Smith

Oct 7, 2025

Joyce Johnnie David Smith died October 7, 2025 at Akron General (Cleveland Clinic). Joyce was a most joyful, caring, and loving person. She was devoted to her son, animals, and above all Jesus. She was always happy except when her Browns or her Indians lost.

She is preceded in death by her parents; John and Ruth David, sisters; Roberta, Mary,...

Cheryl Couch

Cheryl Couch

Oct 6, 2025

Cheryl Ann Couch, age 75, passed away peacefully at home on October 6, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. A lifelong resident of Copley, Cheryl was born in Akron, Ohio, on June 17, 1950, to John and Evelyn Haag.

She was a proud graduate of Copley High School, Class of 1968. Cheryl worked for many years at The Curling Iron...

Susan Banks

Susan Banks

Oct 5, 2025

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our mother Susan G. Banks, 83, of Akron and Naples Florida. Susan passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday October 5, 2025. She was surrounded by close family and her longtime caregiver, Chandra. Susan was preceded in death by her loving and devoted husband of 60 years,...

John Randall

John Randall

Oct 5, 2025

On Sunday, October 5, 2025, John Cornelius Randall passed away into the loving arms of Jesus at the age of 87, surrounded by his family.

John was born on October 16, 1937, in Worcester, Massachusetts. He grew up in New Jersey and graduated from Nutley High School where he rowed on the Crew. He graduated with a degree in Mechanical...

Eric Moats

Eric Moats

Oct 5, 2025

Loving Husband, Father, Son, Brother, Grandfather and Friend to many passed on Sunday, October 5, 2025.

Eric was born December 26, 1961 to William and Barbara Moats in Columbus, OH.

Eric was a proud graduate of The Ohio State University and obtained his Masters of Sports Science at the United States Sports Academy in Mobile, AL.

He was employed by...

Patrick Howard

Patrick Howard

Sep 29, 2025

On September 29, 2025 Patrick J. Howard passed away at Pleasant View Nursing Facility in Barberton, OH.

He is preceded in death by his parents; James and Catherine Howard and brother; Dan Howard. He is survived by siblings; Phil (Laura) Howard, Mary E. Howard, Gerald Howard and many loving nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A Memorial Mass will be said Sunday...

Nancy Ulrich

Nancy Ulrich

Sep 28, 2025

Nancy Ulrich, born on March 16, 1942, has passed from this life to the next on September 28, 2025.

A lifelong resident of the Akron area, she considered Highland Square home for over 50 years.

She was a diploma degree RN from Akron General, a community counselor at Portage Path Mental Health, and a charter member of Concord Singers, Summit Choral Society...

John Kuhar

John Kuhar

Sep 27, 2025

John Andrew Kuhar, 93, of Wadsworth, Ohio, passed away on September 27, 2025. A loving husband and father, John lived a life of integrity, kindness, and commitment to helping others.

Born in Akron in 1931, John graduated from Garfield High School in 1949. He went on to earn his Bachelor of Science in Operational Management from the University of Akron...

Marlene Riddell

Marlene Riddell

Sep 26, 2025

Marlene A. Riddell, age 92, of Akron, OH passed away after a brief illness on Friday September 26, 2025. She was a native of Dayton, OH and was involved in her husband's business for many years. She loved being with her family.

She is preceded in death by her loving husband; Jim. She is survived by her devoted daughters; Kim (Phil)...

Patricia Bigelow

Patricia Bigelow

Sep 25, 2025

Patricia G. Bigelow, 84, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on September 25, 2025, surrounded by her devoted husband and children.

Born in Paducah, Kentucky, Pat moved to Akron as a child, and graduated from Garfield High School. She and her husband, Douglas, enjoyed 65 years of marriage, raising five children in Peninsula, before moving to Bath.

Pat dedicated herself...

James Koshel

James Koshel

Sep 13, 2025

James "Jim" Koshel peacefully passed away September 13, 2025.

A proud US Navy Veteran, he is preceded in death by his beloved wife and soulmate of 65 years; Loretta, sisters; Janet Goodworth and Lillian Feador. Jim is survived by his children, Carol (Doug) Hausknecht, Barb (Ted) Walter, Jim (Sue) Koshel, Rick (Sandy) Koshel, John (Amy) Koshel and Ann (Dan) Wutsch; 17...

Nancy Schwab Hamlin

Nancy Schwab Hamlin

Sep 12, 2025

The glue that held our family together for almost 70 years, Nancy Schwab Hamlin died on September 12, 2025. Preceded in death by our father, Jere, in 2006 after 50 years of marriage; her parents, Lillian and Harry Schwab; sisters Marjorie Schwab, Jean McChesney and Dorothy Trecaso; brother Harry Schwab, Jr. and son-in-law, Peter Sorum.

Born in Akron and the youngest...

Camilla Horvath

Camilla Horvath

Sep 10, 2025

Camilla passed on September 10, 2025. Cam Horvath was born Helene Camilla Kasten, in Mannheim Germany October 21, 1937. Her family, Heinz Kasten, father, Lisalotta Hida Durlacher, and her brother Sigbert Kasten, along with Cam arrived in the United States in 1938; from fleeing Hitler's Nazi regime; living in Ashland until permanently locating in Cleveland Heights, where she graduated high...

Michael Aldrich

Michael Aldrich

Sep 7, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of a devoted husband, beloved father, adored Papa, and a friend to all. Michael L. Aldrich was born in Akron, Ohio on December 10, 1936, and died on September 7, 2025, surrounded by family.

Mike attended St. Vincent grade school and graduated from St. Vincent High School in 1955. He graduated from Kent...

Michael Frlich

Michael Frlich

Sep 6, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Michael F. Frlich, beloved father, brother, uncle and cousin on September 6th, 2025 surrounded by his family. Mike was a wonderful person and will be missed by all.

Born on November 14th, 1946, Mike was a Copley High School graduate and All Suburban League football tight end earning a...

Pamela Monaghan

Pamela Monaghan

Sep 4, 2025

Pamela Monaghan, 81, of Akron, OH passed away peacefully with family by her side on 9/4/25 she was born on April 23, 1944 in Alliance, OH. Pamela moved to Florida with her family as a child. She dedicated her life to caring for others, working as a registered nurse at Tampa General Hospital for over 35 years before retiring. Her...

Andrew Burge

Andrew Burge

Sep 4, 2025

Andrew John Burge, 33, of Akron died Thursday September 4, 2025. He was born and raised in Akron, beloved son of Alan R. and Lauren (Pinney) Burge. He was the best pal of his big sister Rachel. Andrew attended St Sebastian Parish School and was a graduate of Walsh Jesuit High School. He studied Electronic Media at the University of...

Linda Vaughan

Linda Vaughan

Sep 3, 2025

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Linda Vaughan on September 3rd at the age of 78. Linda will be remembered by those whose lives she touched. While leading a simple lifestyle in recent times she was an avid reader who also enjoyed cooking and gardening in her younger years. Linda was a sweet, caring individual whose...

Ivan A. Gradisar Jr, MD

Ivan A. Gradisar Jr, MD

Sep 2, 2025

Ivan A. Gradisar Jr, MD, 85, of Trappe, Maryland, passed away unexpectedly on September 2, 2025. Ivan was born February 12, 1940, in Sewickley, Pennsylvania, to the late Ivan Sr. and Ann (Hete) Gradisar.

Ivan graduated from Archbishop Hoban High School, Akron, Ohio (1958), The University of Notre Dame (1962), and The Ohio State University College of Medicine (1967), where he...