Shirley E. Sackett
Jun 19, 2026
Shirley Sackett was born April 2, 1932, at Coudersport, Pennsylvania Hospital to Rev. Robert Smith and Mildred Langdon Smith.
At age 5, she went to a 2-room country school. Her grandmother had taught Shirley to read and do basic math, allowing her to be put into Second Grade at Christmas time. So, she started Third Grade at age 6, which put...
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...
Koa Bear Galloway
Jul 19, 2026
Koa Bear Galloway was born June 7th 2026. He was called to be with his grandmother, Missy Carter and his great grandparents, Barbara and Ed Carter on July 19th 2026.
He is survived by his sister; Remi and his two brothers Malaki and Ryland Galloway; his parents, Shawn and Brittany Galloway; his grandparents, Jerry Myers, and Kenneth and Toni Galloway; his...
Susan Marie Cirner (Basco)
Jul 15, 2026
Susan Marie Cirner (Basco), 61, passed away peacefully in the arms of her family on July 15, 2026. Born in Akron, she lived most of her life in the Tallmadge and Stow area.
Susan retired as a Data Specialist with Wolters-Kluwer and was a member of Holy Family Church. She loved animals, traveling, watching movies, and everything Disney. She enjoyed organizing...
Manuel Reese Underdown
Jul 12, 2026
Manuel Reese Underdown, 70, passed away July 12, 2026. Born in Akron, he had lived in Tallmadge since 1985.
Manny was the Owner and President of Exchange Printing. He enjoyed traveling, watching videos on-line and working with ceramics and stain glass.
He was preceded in death by his parents, James Underdown and Carol Schillingburg; sister, Beverly Willen.
Manny is survived by his husband,...
Margaret Mary Peters
Jul 6, 2026
With love and admiration for a courageous and well-lived life, we are sad to announce the peaceful passing of Margaret Mary Peters, aged 63. An outstanding and celebrated educator and athlete, hers was a life generously dedicated to others: her family, friends, colleagues, and countless students.
The daughter of Roland (“Pete”) and Marie Peters, Margaret was born in Cleveland on January...
Joseph G. Pearson
Jun 28, 2026
Joseph G. Pearson, 53, passed away June 28, 2026. Born in Akron then moved to South Carolina the past 25 years and returned to Tallmadge about 1 year ago.
He served in the Navy and was employed as a baker at Bimbo Bakery and also worked at Whitman Machine.
Joseph is survived by his parents, James Pearson and Tari White both of Tallmadge;...
Thomas L Dente
Jun 23, 2026
Thomas Lloyd Dente, 69, passed away unexpectedly on June 23, 2026. He is now with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, whom he faithfully walked with for many years.
Tom was born and spent nearly his entire life in the Akron area. He will be remembered for his encouraging smile, his love for his family and friends, and his strong inner...
John C. White III
Jun 21, 2026
John Charles White III, 72, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2026, surrounded by loved ones.
A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, John was known for his humor and quick wit, and the way he could make a room brighter just by walking into it.
John found joy in life’s adventures, large and small. He loved traveling to Disney,...
Bonnie M. (Aiken) Crum
Jun 20, 2026
Bonnie Marie Crum, age 84, passed away at home on June 20, 2026, after a courageous journey with Alzheimer’s disease. Born in Youngstown, Ohio, to Janice and Frank Aiken, she lived most of her life in the Cuyahoga Falls and Tallmadge areas.
Bonnie’s vocation and calling was as a medical assistant for over 35 years in the OB/GYN practice of Jursek,...
Kathleen M. Gerski
Jun 17, 2026
Kathleen M. Gerski, 52, passed away June 17, 2026. Born in Akron, Ohio, in 1974, she lived in Akron and then Cuyahoga Falls.
Kathleen spent 24 years as a writer and then managing editor for the West Side Leader and South Side News Leader newspapers. She also was a GED Instructor for Project Learn for 17 years. She was a member...
Nellie Rose Klayko
Jun 15, 2026
Nellie Rose Klayko, 94, of Akron Ohio went home to be with her Lord and Savior on June 15, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was born on October 27, 1931, and spent her life embodying the spirit and grit of a true farm girl. Nell found God’s beauty in the soil, the changing seasons, and the simple joys of...
Graciela Muñoz
Jun 14, 2026
Graciela Muñoz, 103, passed away June 14, 2026. Born in Cochabamba, Bolivia, she lived in Tallmadge for the last 24 years.
She was an Elementary School teacher, loved to dance and enjoyed taking care of plants and flowers. Graciela was devoted to the Catholic Church and a volunteer with Proyecto Raices which taught immigrant children Spanish.
She was preceded by husband, Wilfredo;...
Mark L. Serian
Jun 13, 2026
Mark L. Serian, 65, passed away June 13, 2026. Born in Akron Ohio on October 16,1960, he lived his life there.
Mark was a graduate of Akron East High School, class of 1979, lettering in football. In his earlier years he wrestled and played baseball. Mark owned his own construction company. He was an avid fisherman, deer hunter and weightlifter and...
David Richard Parisen
Jun 10, 2026
David Parisen, 75, passed away June 10, 2026. He was born and lived all of his life in Akron.
David served in the U.S. Army and had worked as an Electrician. He was member of the Jehovah Witness Church.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Elizabeth Parisen.
David is survived by his brother, Phillip.
Thank you to the staff and...
Helene Speer
Jun 8, 2026
Helene Speer, 86, passed away Monday, June 8, 2026. Born in Yugoslavia to the late Wilhelm and Stefanie Kremer. Shortly after coming to the United States, she met the love of her life and married Joe on April 15, 1961 and resided in Tallmadge. Together they built a home full of love and raised four children. They shared 50 years...
Ronald "Pete" Dean Mitchell
Jun 7, 2026
Ronald “Pete” Mitchell, 84 peacefully went home to be with his Lord on June 7, 2026. His wife and nephew were with him.
He was born in Mt. Ayr, Iowa, raised in St. Louis, MO, then moved from the Pittsburgh, PA area to Tallmadge in 2005.
Ronald served in the U.S. Army and retired as a Nuclear Architect with Bettis Atomic Power...
Larry Wilford Wolfe
Jun 7, 2026
Larry Wilford Wolfe, 84, passed away June 7, 2026. Born in Indiana, Pennsylvania, he lived most of his life in the Tallmadge area.
Larry was the owner of Wolfe Grinding and Hartville Dodge and retired in 2022. He was a member of the Mason Lodge 87. He enjoyed going to auctions and antiquing, traveling, watching UFC and listening to country music.
He...
Virginia May Micle
Jun 6, 2026
Virginia May Micle, 74, passed away June 6, 2026. Born in Cuyahoga Falls, she had lived nearly all of her life in Stow.
Virginia worked at Logos Bookstore in Kent before retiring in 2023. She was a member of Riverwood Community Chapel where she was an active participant in the Women of Joy Bible Study for many years. Virginia was very...
