obituaries

Jan 26, 2025

Debra Jean Dolly, 74, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2025 surrounded by her family after fighting 10 long years of kidney disease. She was born in Akron, and lived in the Akron area all of her life.

Debra enjoyed taking drives and watching Steelers Football.  She dedicated her entire life to her children and grandchildren. Debra...

Jan 22, 2025

Audrey E. Peterson, 92, loving wife, mother, and friend, passed away on January 22, 2025. Audrey was born on April 3, 1932 in Cleveland, Ohio to Percy and Lillian (Marett) Godfray. She graduated from John Marshall H. S. with the love of her life, Alan. Audrey and Alan Peterson married on June 13, 1953 and had 4 wonderful children....

Jan 22, 2025

Merle J. Gerber, 90, passed away January 22, 2025. Born in Rew, Pennsylvania on February 19, 1934, she had lived in Akron since 1954.

Merle was a self-employed caretaker and a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Roy and Mabel Hilliman; daughter, Debbi Gerber; five brothers and...

Jan 18, 2025

Billie JoAnn Davies was born on October 30, 1950, in Wise, Virginia, to Jackson and Norma Mullins. On January 18, 2025, she entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior.

A longtime resident of Uniontown, Ohio, Billie was a woman of deep compassion, unwavering dedication to others, and steadfast faith in Jesus Christ. She devoted many...

Jan 14, 2025

Marilyn passed away peacefully on January 14, in her home surrounded by loved ones.

She was preceded in death by her husband Lowell "Buzz" Starner who passed away in 2020.

She is survived by her beloved daughter, Allison Reeder, sister, Pat Henze (Pete); brother, Jim McCourtie (Janet) and a host of cousins and extended family....

Jan 12, 2025

Lee Malicoat, 77, passed away January 12, 2025.

Born in Akron, Lee had lived in Canada and returned to Akron ten years ago.  He served in the U.S. Army in Vietnam, where he was awarded two Purple Hearts.  Lee retired in 2006 from General Motors with 27 years of service.  He enjoyed playing corn hole and curling....

Jan 11, 2025

Paul David Miller Jr., 60, of Akron, Ohio, passed away January 11, 2025.

Born on June 8, 1964, Paul was the son of Paul and Marilyn Miller. He grew up in Tallmadge with his two brothers Kevin and Duane and was a 1982 graduate of Tallmadge High School. Paul began working for the City of Akron in...

Jan 7, 2025

Debra Ann Swingle, 70, passed away on Tuesday January 7, 2025, after a seven month battle with cancer.

She died six days shy of her 71st birthday, she was born on January 13, 1954 in Amarillo, Texas.  Debra graduated from Tallmadge High School and attended Ricks College in Idaho.  She was an active member of her church,...

Jan 6, 2025

Paul Denis McCort, 84, passed away January 6, 2025. He was born April 20, 1940 in Akron, where he spent his life residing.

He served in the National Guard and retired from F.W. Albrecht Company (Acme) as a meat cutter and manager with 46 years of service. Paul was a member of the Visitation of Mary Parish...

Jan 3, 2025

Earl Leslie Ertman, 92, passed away January 3, 2025. Born in Lakewood, he lived most of his life in the Tallmadge and Akron area.

Earl retired from the University of Akron as the head of the Art Department/professor. He served in the U.S. Navy/Air Force. Earl loved visiting flea markets and enjoyed traveling to Egypt and going...

Jan 1, 2025

Carolyn Suzanne Cioffi, 83, passed away January 1, 2025.

Born in Akron, Carolyn had lived in the Akron area for most of her life. Born a nurturer, Carolyn dedicated her life to being a devoted mother and grandmother. Her family was the center of her universe, and she thrived in the role of caring for them with...

Dec 30, 2024

Howard "Buck" Simmons, 88, passed away December 30, 2024.

Born in Akron, Buck had lived in the Akron area all of his life.  He served in the U.S. Army. He retired in 1997 from MetLife Insurance Company after 25 years of service and also worked for Lawsons Milk Company for 20 years.  He loved old classic cars;...

Dec 24, 2024

Our beloved John B. Scalia sadly passed away on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2024, at his home in Auburn Township. John was 63 when he died, having been born on March 22, 1961, at Green Cross Hospital in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. John graduated from Tallmadge High School in the class of 1979.

John is survived by his...

Dec 22, 2024

Alberta Mae Shanafelt, 91, of Springboro, Ohio passed peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, December 22, 2024.  She was born November 26, 1933 to James and Isabelle Hall in Akron, Ohio.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Edwin Lee Shanafelt; brothers, Harry Hall (Sandi) and James Hall (Sheila).

Alberta is survived by...

Dec 22, 2024

Michele Ann (Seli) Albertoni, 62, beloved wife, cherished mother and sister, died December 22, 2024 due to early on-set Alzheimer's disease.

Everyone knew Michele for her flowing hair, wit, wide smile and her famous chin dimple.

She was born July 6, 1962, in Akron. Michele lived most of her life in Suffield Township. She attended...

Dec 21, 2024

Brenda F. Pickering, 68, passed away December 21, 2024.

Born in Akron, Brenda had lived in Mogadore for most of her life where she formed many special connections with so many families in the community.  She was employed with Mogadore Local Schools as a school bus driver for 33 ½ years where she adored and was adored...

Dec 17, 2024

Florence "Flo" M. Cooper, 93, passed away December 17, 2024. She was born in Akron on May 8, 1931, and graduated from Akron East High School.

Flo married Jack Cooper on March 17, 1951, and was married for more than 65 years until his passing in 2016. Flo and Jack moved to Tallmadge in 1964 where they...

Dec 17, 2024

Raymond Anthony Rich, 95, passed away December 17, 2024. Born December 17, 1929, in Akron, he lived all of his life in the Akron area.

Ray retired from Jay-Em Machine as a machinist. He was a member of Our Lady of Victory Church, where he was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Victor Paul Assembly and...

Dec 16, 2024

Joseph Anthony Rinaldi, 62, passed away the morning of December 16 in his home after a long, valiant fight with cancer.

Those close to Joe, know he was a hard working, dependable, simple man who would do anything for his family. His unwavering love for his wife and three daughters was evident throughout his life, and he...

Dec 15, 2024

Fred A. Viall, 87, of Tallmadge passed away December 15, 2024.

Born June 1, 1937 in Akron Fred had lived in the Tallmadge area since 1969.  He served in the U.S. Air Force and was retired from Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. after 30 years of service.  Fred was a member of Tallmadge United Methodist Church, Goodyear...