Ruth Imogene Swinehart
Aug 23, 2026
Ruth Imogene Swinehart, 91, formerly of Rootstown, Ohio, and most recently of Virginia, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2026.
Ruth was a longtime resident of Rootstown, where she shared her life with her husband, Ned, son Ed, and daughter Cheryl. Family was paramount to Ruth. For more than 50 years, she and Ned hosted annual family Thanksgiving gatherings and Memorial...
Brenda J Bagnoli
Aug 19, 2026
Brenda J. Bagnoli, 87, passed away August 19, 2026. Brenda was raised in North Industry and was a graduate of Canton South High School. She lived most of her life in Tallmadge.
Brenda was the most soft and caring person you would ever meet. Her love and enthusiasm to see you was always genuine. Her calendars were filled with birthdays, anniversaries,...
Harvey R. Barnett,Jr.
Aug 17, 2026
Harvey R. Barnett, Jr., 90, passed away August 17, 2026. Born in Zanesville, he lived most of his life in the Akron and Kent area.
After graduating from Akron North High School, Harvey served in the U.S. Army and retired from Denman Tire. He was a member of the Hope Community Church, German American Club and AARP. He loved to travel....
William H Hollenbach
Aug 15, 2026
William H. (Bill) Hollenbach, 77, passed away peacefully on August 15th, 2026. Born to Lillian E. and Carl W. Hollenbach in Reading, Pennsylvania, he graduated from Firestone High School in 1967 and attended Akron University where he studied Art. He moved to Albuquerque New Mexico where he retired from ABF before moving to Cuyahoga Falls 3 years ago.
He is survived...
Donald "Don" R. Howell
Aug 15, 2026
Donald “Don” R. Howell
10/31/1937 – 8/15/2026
Don retired from Akron Public Schools after 30 years of service.
Don is survived by his wife of 63 years, Flora; his favorite daughter, Ann (Troy) O’Donnell; his favorite son, John (Meghan) Howell; grandchildren, Bryn and Bree O’Donnell, and Simon and Grace Howell.
Cremation has taken place and per his wishes there will be no services.
Donations in...
Charlene M. Hermann
Aug 14, 2026
Charlene M. Hermann, 81, passed away August 14, 2026. Born August 12, 1945 in Wooster and spent most of her life in the Akron area.
Charlene worked for Home Interiors as an Interior Decorator for over 20 years. She enjoyed crocheting, crafts and playing Euchre.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Roger; parents, Herbert and Olive Keslar; sisters, Ruth Green,...
Max Stefanyuk
Aug 13, 2026
In Loving Memory of Max (“Maxxy Boy”)
Max passed away on August 13, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of love and memories that will be treasured forever.
Max’s journey with our family began many years ago when he was dropped off at my grandparents’ home. They welcomed him, cared for him, and quickly fell in love with the sweet cat who always...
Eleanor J. Hunker
Aug 11, 2026
Eleanor J. Hunker, 94, passed away August 11, 2026. Born in Carolina, West Virginia, she has lived in Northfield since 2017.
Eleanor worked at Westinghouse for 40 years as a skilled tradesman making lightbulbs. She belonged to the Eastern Star.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Howard and Lillie Martin; sister, Clara Mae Given; brothers, Arthur “Buster” Martin, Gerald Martin...
Cleta J Amedeo
Aug 10, 2026
Cleta J. Amedeo, 88, passed away August 10, 2026. Born in Cleveland, she had lived in the Akron/Tallmadge area most of her life. Cleta was a wonderful wife, sister, mother and grandma and old meemaw. Cleta always put her family first. She loved to cook and have her family around for all the holidays. She had a beautiful smile and...
Carole Sue Clark
Aug 8, 2026
Carole S. Clark, 83, passed away August 8, 2026. Born in Mount Vernon, IL, she had lived in Atwater area most of her life.
Carole loved making crafts; she would make Christmas decorations, sewed quilts, work with ceramics, and so much more.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Martin; parents, and John and Vivian Jordan; and siblings, Becky, Norma, Larry,...
Irmina D. Porro
Aug 6, 2026
Irmina D Porro, 93, passed away August 6, 2026. She was born in Camaguey, Cuba and came to the US in 1960 after being forced to flee from Cuba in 1959, with her parents and sister, when Fidel Castro assumed military and political power as Cuba's prime minister.
Irmina retired as a manicurist at Shear TLC. She was a member of...
Peggy F. Atchison
Aug 1, 2026
Peggy F. Atchison, 84, passed away August 1, 2026. Born in Pilot Mtn, North Carolina, she had lived in Stow since 1964.
Peggy retired from EF Hutton as a secretary. She loved her church and volunteered with the PTA and various hospitals. Peggy enjoyed golfing especially at Leisure Time Golf in Stow.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Jim...
Helena Marie MacBride
Aug 1, 2026
Helena M. MacBride, 69, passed away August 1, 2026. Born in Akron, she lived most of her life in the area. She was a member of St. Bernard Parish.
Helena retired in 2002 from Longaberger as a weaver then began working at Sterling Jewelers. She enjoyed gardening, decorating, sewing, cooking, walking in the park; but most of all she loved spending time...
Kay Eileen Sonneborn
Jul 30, 2026
Kay E. Sonneborn, 83, passed away July 30, 2026. Born in Akron, she lived most of her life in Tallmadge.
Kay retired from Goodyear in the Billing Dept. after 30 years. She graduated from Tallmadge High School and attended Kent State University. Kay enjoyed gardening, biking and walking. She traveled to most of the National Parks in the US. She also...
Robert C. Sheppard
Jul 28, 2026
Robert C. Sheppard, 90, passed away July 28, 2026. Born in Akron, he lived in Tallmadge for 26 years before moving to Akron.
Robert served in the U.S. Army Reserves and retired as Head Custodian with the Akron Public Schools. He was a member of Ham Radio Clubs. Robert also enjoyed donating knit hats to several organizations.
He was preceded in death...
Thomas Kochan
Jul 26, 2026
Thomas Kochan, 72, passed away July 26, 2026. Born in Akron, he lived most of his life in Akron before moving to Cuyahoga Falls.
Thomas was a mechanic at Overhead Doors. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and playing darts.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Steve and Margaret Kochan; and brother, Steve Kochan.
Thomas is survived by his daughter, Mary (Chris) Gutman;...
Robert B. Scherer Jr.
Jul 24, 2026
Robert B. Scherer Jr passed away on July 24, 2026. Born on September 29, 1947 in Akron, Ohio he lived most of his life in the Akron and Tallmadge areas after retirement.
He served in the ROTC for 2 years which led to enlisting in the U.S. Navy for 22 years. Robert graduated from Akron University as a Civil Engineer. He...
Stanley Blocker
Jul 23, 2026
Stanley Blocker aka “Stan the Man”, Age 62, went home to be with the lord on July 23, 2026. He was born in Akron, Ohio and grew up in North Hill. He went to North High School and would go onto work for yellow cab & the ice cream truck; he was a pillar of the community.
Stanley was always smiling,...
Thomas V Lorkowski
Jul 21, 2026
Thomas V Lorkowski, 75, passed away July 21, 2026. Born in Akron, he lived most of his life in Tallmadge.
Tom retired from Goodyear Tire and was a member of our Lady of Victory Church. He was a volunteer with Northeast Neighbors and Good Neighbors. Tom enjoyed writing books and drawing and illustrations. Above all else, he loved spending time with...
Donald J Hollendonner
Jul 20, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Donald (Donnie) John Hollendonner, who passed away on July 20, 2026. Donald was a proud United States Air Force Veteran, a devoted father and grandfather, and a man whose greatest joys were found in the outdoors, on the water and in the skies.
Donald proudly served his country, carrying the values of...
