All Obituaries

Carole J. Hansrote, age 87, passed away July 26, 2021. Mrs. Hansrote was born and lived her life in Akron. Carole was passionate about her career as an  ESL Teacher, working with Akron Public Schools for over 35 years before retiring. She graduated from Akron North High School, University of Akron, Findley University and was a member of the Akron PTA. She was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Roy; parents, Basil and Vivian Likens; brother, Bruce Likens. Carole is survived...

David Krannich, 66, went to be with the Lord July 19, 2021. Born in Cocoa Beach, Florida, he grew up in Tallmadge and resided in Cuyahoga Falls. Dave was self employed as an Interior Specialist and a member of Grace Summit Church. Dave truly loved his family and friends. He was a loving and caring man. He was a great husband, son, brother, dad and grandpa. He will be missed by us all so much. He enjoyed the outdoors and hiking, kayaking, and biking with Donna and friends.  He was...

Drexal W. McAmis, 83, of Tallmadge was a beloved husband, father, and friend passed away from this life on July 18, 2021, surrounded by loved ones to be with his Lord in heaven. Born in Greeneville, Tennessee on February 10, 1938 to Ida Leo (Duncan) and Jacob Doss McAmis.  The family moved to Stow when he was a young child.  Growing up, he was a back yard mechanic repairing a variety of machines. After graduating from Stow High School, he joined the Army serving in the 54th...

Richard L. Zimmerman, 86, passed away July 18, 2021. Born in Akron, Richard had lived in the Akron/Tallmadge area all his life.  He served in the U.S. Army.  Richard worked for Lawsons for 27 years and was retired from Hampton Heating and Cooling.  He was a member of Grandview United Methodist Church in Cuyahoga Falls.  He enjoyed camping with his family for 34 years and also enjoyed model trains and classic cars.  Richard loved tinkering and could fix anything. He...

John “Jack” Allen Drotos, 74, of Tallmadge, Ohio died peacefully on Saturday, July 17th after a courageous decade long battle with ALS.   Jack was born in Cleveland, Ohio on February 21, 1947 to the late John and Pearl (Barna) Drotos.  Jack lived in the Akron, Ohio area for most of his life, graduating from Garfield High School in 1965.  After high school, Jack served in the Ohio Army National Guard during the Vietnam War era. Jack worked hard all his life....

George M. McCarver, 83, passed away July 15, 2021.Born in Dunlap, Tennessee, he lived most of his life in Akron and Mogadore. George retired in 2004 with 43.5 years with Babcock and Wilcox as a draftsman. He enjoyed traveling and loved spending time with his family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, George Lee McCarver and Laura McCarver-Kerley; son Randall McCarver; brothers, Jessie Lee and Elden. George is survived by his wife, Kay; daughters, Jennifer (Julius)...

Donald Shoemaker, 91, passed away July 12, 2021. Born in Ravenna, Donald had lived most of his life in the Mogadore area.  He retired in 1997 from Reuther Mold with 42 years of service. Donald enjoyed woodworking and made toys and made furniture for his grandkids and great grandkids. He was preceded in death by his wife, Louise; daughter, Mary Beth, and sister, Lucielle Rome. Donald is survived by his daughters, Patty (Tom) Sullivan of Cuyahoga Falls and Nancy (Dale) Housley of...

Esther M. Smith, 81, went home to be with her Lord and Savior July 11, 2021. Born in Cuyahoga Falls, she lived most of her life in Rootstown. Esther was a wonderful mom, grandma and friend, loved by all who knew her.  She was an excellent cook and a social butterfly, who loved to be constantly surrounded by friends and family.  Esther adored her children and grandchildren and was always up for an adventure, especially if it included family.  She was a faithful Christian who...

Joseph (Joe) Anthony Brugnano, 83, passed into Eternal Life July 8, 2021. Born to Katherine (Daily) and Jack Brugnano on August 13, 1937.  He was proprietors of Valencia Wine neighbor store on Franklin Ave in Kent.  Joe was married to the love of his life, Carolyn Sue for 57 years.  They raised their sons, Joe Jr. and Anthony in Tallmadge, Ohio.  Joe worked as a machinist for 30 years before retiring to enjoy his home and family. He was preceded in death by his parents...

Clarabelle Nelson, 89, passed away on July 2, 2021. Born in Akron, Clarabelle lived in the Tallmadge area most of her life. She worked as a bookkeeper at Standard Mortgage in the early years of her life before retiring and starting her family. Clarabelle was a strong and inspirational woman who was there for anyone. She took care of her family and neighbors, as well as those she met volunteering at the Haven of Rest. Clarabelle also taught Sunday School at the Akron Baptist Temple and...