All Obituaries

Nancy Jean DiSalvatore of Akron, Ohio, born in Akron to parents Edwin and Marie Wooddell on October 10, 1935, passed away the morning of April 16, 2024 from complications following a broken hip. Nancy is survived by her husband, Reuben DiSalvatore;, sisters, Sara Ward and Becky Shepherd; daughter, Kim Stover (Rick); sons, Tim Assaf (Sudie) and Jamie Assaf (Nadine); stepchildren, Reuben DiSalvatore Jr., Joe DiSalvatore and Mary Bernadette Ward and their respective families.  She is also...

Wife, Mother, Sister, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, Aunt, Friend and one of America's “Greatest Generation”, Pauline Mary Capretta, 96, passed away peacefully on April 13, surrounded by loved ones who will continue to honor her legacy by treating others with love, generosity, respect, and kindness. Pauline was born in Akron, Ohio on January 8, 1928 and grew up in Akron's “North Hill” neighborhood. She later moved to Cuyahoga Falls where she resided for over...

Stephen Dale Blinn, 75, passed away April 10, 2024. He was born in Akron on July 22, 1948 to Raymond and Lillian Blinn. He had lived most of his life in Akron and Tallmadge. Stephen was a graduate of Kenmore High School in 1967. He attended Akron University thru 1968 when he enlisted in the U.S. Army.  Stephen served and was honorably discharged from 1968-1971 during the Vietnam Conflict. He continued his education at Akron university after his military discharge. Stephen was a...

Paul A. Arch, 93, passed away on April 10, 2024.  He was born in McKees Rock, Pennsylvania, and lived in Cincinnati prior to moving to Tallmadge. Paul served in the U.S. Army in Korea during the Korean Conflict in the 40th Infantry Division. He started singing in his church choir in 1942 and has enjoyed it very much to this day. Paul enjoyed his grandchildren, gardening and traveling. One thing he was proud of was traveling with his church choir to many cities in Italy and singing Mass...

I have gone to join the love of my life, Jean Carol Kirk, she left March 12, 2019. We can now be together one again. I have left behind some loved ones and good friends, my daughter, Edie Deyarmin; son, Lex Hughes III, grandson, Evan Hughes IV, Brandon Hughes.; great granddaughters, Kayilynne and Karter Hughes. Also, many great friends, some of which are from table one, Sgt. Dennis Antonio, Greg and Joanne G, Mike V, Jim Mc, Rick W, Dr. Tom B, and famous Annaliese, Dear friend from racing,...

Together Again Dolores L. Comparda, 94, passed away April 8, 2024. Born in Akron, Dolores had lived most of her life in Tallmadge.  She retired in 1995 from First Merit after 45 years of service.  Dolores was a member of Our Lady of Victory Church.  She enjoyed boating and the cottage at Berlin Dam. Dolores especially loved cooking huge meals for her family and spending time caring for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  She always had all of their favorite...

Rodney Gene Walston, 72, passed away April 5, 2024.  Born in Batesville, Indiana, he lived most of his life in the Akron area. He liked to watch old western movies and loved to watch Madea. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gene Klopp and Pat Walston; brother, Butch Walston. Rodney is survived by his son, Rodney G. (Angie) Walston II; daughter, Angela (Eric) Paluch; grandchildren, Lindsey, Samantha and Nicolas. The family would like to give a special thank you to their...

Delores Marie Whisler, 90, passed away April 4, 2024. Born in Akron, she lived most of her life in Tallmadge. She was a member of Our Lady of Victory Church and had worked at the Akron Police Dept. for 10 years. Delores was a free spirit and life of the party who was loved by many. She will be dearly missed. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence; parents, Vito and Mabel Casalinova; and brothers, Billy and Domenic Casalinova. Delores is survived by her daughter, Lisa Whisler;...

Gary Berg, 64, passed away April 4, 2024. Born in Akron, he lived most of his life in Tallmadge before moving to Cuyahoga Falls. Gary worked at the Goodwill Industry and was a member of the Cornerstone Community Church in Stow. He loved animals and reading foreign language books. He was preceded in death by his parents, Martin and Beryl Berg. Gary is survived by his sister, Marlene Cass. Visitation will be Sunday, April 7, 2024 from 2 p.m. until 3 p.m. at Donovan Funeral Home, 17...

Marjorie “Marge” Ruth Bittinger died with her family by her side on March 31, 2024 in Palm Harbor, Florida at the age of 92. Marge was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Donald (Dick) Sr.; parents, Ruth and Carson Brewer; sister, Janet Rittenour; and her granddaughter, Nicole Crisp. She is survived by her daughters Debra (Michael) Crisp, Mary (Mark) Burdette, and her best son, Donald (Donna) Bittinger, Jr. Her grandchildren are Andrea (Darren) Faye, Lindsay Miller,...