obituaries

Nov 22, 2024

Janet Theresa Rascob (Beck), born February 4, 1937, was taken by the Lord on November 22, 2024 surrounded by her family.

Janet was a devoted wife, aunt, sister, cousin, and best friend of many. Family was always a priority to Janet, always in-the-know about what was going on with all the cousins no matter how close or...

Nov 15, 2024

Timothy Dean Naylor, known lovingly as Tim/Timmy/Timber, passed away on November 15, 2024 after a battle with cancer.

He was born in 1958 in Akron, OH while residing in Stow Ohio until his service with the Army at 17.  He met the love of his life, Rita, in Kent Ohio, and the couple spent their life in...

Nov 12, 2024

Glenna Rae Simmons, 89, suddenly passed away on November 12, 2024.

Born in Akron, Glenna had lived in the Akron area for most of her life. She was a member of the First Congregational Church of Tallmadge, where she was a very active member.  Glenna volunteered for Akron City Hospital for 30 years.

She was...

Nov 11, 2024

Sallie Long passed away quietly and peacefully on November 11th, 2024. A lifelong Akron resident, she was born on June 19th, 1950, went to Firestone high school, and later graduated from the University of Akron. For more than 30 years she worked for Rubber City Arches in public relations and customer service.

Sallie was a doting and...

Nov 11, 2024

Phoebe Rae Lawley (Wagner) passed away on November 11, 2024 after a four-year fight with cancer.

She was born in 1949 in Meadville, PA.  She lived in Akron most of her life and was a graduate of Springfield High School.  She was a member of Oak Hill Presbyterian Church in Ellet, where she and Terry were married....

Nov 10, 2024

Vera Carano of Akron, Ohio, passed away on November 10, 2024 at the age of 91. She was born in Carovilli, Italy on July 21, 1933. She married her childhood sweetheart, Robert Carano, and was married for over 60 years until Robert's death in 2015.

She immigrated to Akron, Ohio in 1956. She was talented seamstress for...

Nov 9, 2024

Rosanna May DeBold (Holcomb), lovingly known as Rosie, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2024, at the age of 97.

Born in Ashtabula, Rosie spent her years in Ashtabula, where she was known for her warmth and joy. She retired from her role as a dedicated sales associate at Carlisle's, where she enjoyed connecting with friends and...

Nov 7, 2024

It is with profound sadness that the family of Bruce O. Bowers announces his passing on November 7, 2024, at the age of 81.

Bruce spent his childhood in Gomer, Ohio, before moving to Norwalk, Ohio, to play baseball. A graduate from Norwalk High School, he was a distinguished scholar and exceptional athlete earning letters in baseball,...

Nov 6, 2024

Sharee Christine Hutch, 32, passed away November 6, 2024.

Born in Dayton, Sharee had lived in Stow since 2008.  She was self employed and enjoyed photography, gaming, and painting.

Sharee is survived by numerous family members and many friends.

Visitation will be 4 until 7 p.m. Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at the Donovan...

Nov 6, 2024

Teresa Jo Parks, age 65, of Stow, passed away Wednesday Nov 6, 2024 after a lengthy illness. She was born June 22, 1959 in Akron Ohio, daughter of the late Max and Jean Parks and raised in Tallmadge, Ohio. Teresa graduated from Tallmadge High school in 1977. She was a respected and top selling real estate agent for Smythe...

Nov 6, 2024

Robert P. Mattson, 86, passed away November 6, 2024. Born in Indiana, he lived most of his life in Tallmadge.

Robert served in the U.S. Army and retired from Hartz Mountain.  He was a member of the Eagles.  He enjoyed the Bank Street Bunch, visiting covered bridges, "mystery" car rides, camping, boating, and campfires.

He...

Nov 5, 2024

Gregory Scott Peters, 66, passed away unexpectedly while hunting in New Mexico on November 5, 2024, of natural causes. He is now with the Lord and with his parents, Walter and Genevieve, who preceded him.

Born in Akron, Greg grew up in Mogadore and lived in Tallmadge. He was a devoted father, husband, and friend. Greg was...

Nov 4, 2024

Jeffrey J. Matthews (Pop), 73, passed away November 4, 2024.

He was born and raised in Akron. Jeff and his family lived in Tallmadge for nearly 40 years. He retired in 2005 from Waterloo Local Schools after 33 years of teaching middle school and spearheading the gifted/talented program. Jeff was a skilled antique dealer, museum guide, landscaper,...

Nov 3, 2024

With his loving family by his side, Vincent "Jim" Morreale, 67, passed away on November 3, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born in Niagara Falls, New York, Jim spent 40 years in his hometown, then two years in Texas, and the last 24 years in North Canton, Ohio. He retired in 2015 from Goodyear Tire...

Oct 31, 2024

Vicki Epling, 72, of Tallmadge, passed away October 31, 2024.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Gerald and Ann Epling; and brother, Don Epling.

Vicki is survived by brothers, Dwight (Sandy) and David; sister in law, Genny; several nieces and nephews and many friends.

Per Vicki's wishes there will be no...

Oct 28, 2024

Patsy Brechbill, 66, passed away October 28, 2024. Born in Canton, she lived most of her life in the Akron area.

Patsy retired from the US Post Office as a mail carrier after 28 years of service. Patsy was a member of Tallmadge United Methodist Church, where she was in the church choir and the bell choir. ...

Oct 21, 2024

Frances Gail Edwards, 86, passed away October 21, 2024.

Born in Akron, Frances, lived most of her life in the Springfield area.  She attended Kenmore High School, where she would meet her husband, Fred. Frances was very involved in her church, was a great artist, enjoyed making cakes and camping every summer with her family at Schultz's...

Oct 19, 2024

It is with profound sorrow we announce the passing of Sally J. Thompson (née Gill) on October 19, 2024. Born to Edward G. Gill (deceased) and Norma N. Gill (deceased) in Akron, Ohio, on June 1, 1952. Sister of Marilyn Gill (Jan, deceased) and David Gill (deceased; Barb, deceased).

Sally attended Barber Elementary School, Goodyear Jr. High,...

Oct 17, 2024

Beth Ann Cottrell, 70, passed away October 17, 2024.  Born in Cleveland, she lived most of her life in Tallmadge.

Beth retired as a Register Nurse from Akron Children's Hospital and then worked for her brother as a Dental Assistant until 2015. She was a member of Our Lady of Victory Church. Beth enjoyed watching her grandsons...

Oct 16, 2024

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Robert "Bob" Alan Smith, 80, who departed this life peacefully on October 16, 2024. Born in Akron, Bob spent the majority of his life in the Tallmadge, Streetsboro, and Stow areas. After retirement, he spent winters in sunny Florida.

Bob's professional journey was marked by over 30...