obituaries

Mar 6, 2024

Dan Mayton died the morning of March 6th at the age of 98. He was born on August 31,1925 in Akron, the son of Paul and Tessie Mayton.

His childhood was split between living in Akron and Atwater with his parents and seven siblings. He seemed to always prefer the country over city life. He attended East...

Mar 2, 2024

Sarah Calaway, 53, passed away unexpectedly March 2, 2024.

The consummate daughter, wife, mother, sister and friend. Her love for Jesus was infused in everything she put her hand to. From teaching, singing, to pottery, chickens, beekeeping, being a mother hen to countless students at Lakeview Intermediate School, she did it all in grace and style.

Feb 26, 2024

Betty F. Coudriet, 97, passed away February 26, 2024.  Born in Akron, she lived most of her life in Tallmadge.

Betty was a member of Our Lady of Victory, Blessed Trinity Senior Luncheon Group and volunteered at St. Thomas, Hospital, Archbishop Hoban High School and was an Associate of St. Joseph.  She enjoyed taking care of her...

Feb 25, 2024

Jayne "Anne "Annie" Smith, 60, passed away February 25, 2024.

Born in Long Beach, California, Annie had lived in the Stow area for most of her life.  She loved road trips and enjoyed gospel and country music.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Theodore Smith and Erma Smith; grandparents, Ben (Buelah) Smith and...

Feb 24, 2024

Paul A. Warzinski, 94, passed away February 24, 2024.

Paul was born in Mount Pleasant, PA to Joseph and Julia Warzinski. He was a graduate of Greensburg High School and Alliance College. Paul proudly served in the U.S. Air Force as an aircraft mechanic. He lived in Tallmadge for most of his life.

Paul was...

Feb 23, 2024

Patrick Boergert, 47, passed away February 23, 2024.

Born in Cleveland, Patrick had lived in the Akron area for the last five years. He volunteered at church and enjoyed singing.

He was preceded in death by his Father Ernie Velez.

Patrick is survived by his daughters, Taylor (Miguel) Bustillos of MN, Sage Boergert...

Feb 21, 2024

December 22, 1942 – February 21, 2024

John Albert Kaiser, 81, passed away peacefully in his home on February 21, 2024, after taking his final bank holiday.

Born in Gary, Indiana, John lived in the Tallmadge and Uniontown areas for most of his life.  He served in the US Army Reserves.  John retired from First...

Feb 20, 2024

Gage Tyler Kulcsar, 12, passed away February 20, 2024. Born in Barberton and having lived in Cuyahoga Falls most of his life, Gage was a great young man, "a force of nature," as his mother once said, who left this world way too soon.

He was a smart and talented guy who was deeply loved and who...

Feb 19, 2024

Julie Lynn Killingbeck 03/26/75–02/19/24 Beloved sister, aunt, niece, cousin, friend, and colleague; Julie left us far too soon.

Born on March 26, 1975, Julie's life was a vibrant tapestry of passions, pursuits, dedication, laughter, and love, leaving an indelible mark on all who had the privilege to know her. Julie's zest for life and creativity were evident...

Feb 19, 2024

In loving memory of Carolyn Ann Holt who passed away February 19, 2024, at the age of 78. She was born on December 24, 1945, in Akron, Ohio.

Carolyn was a proud Olympian and competed in basketball, softball, volleyball, track, and bocce ball at numerous Special Olympics games, winning many medals and trophies. She loved all furry...

Feb 10, 2024

Robert "Bob" P. Kroah passed away February 10, 2024 at age 84 following a long illness.

He was born on February 25, 1939 in Brockway, Pennsylvania.

Bob served in the U.S. Army Reserves and was a graduate of Pennsylvania State University and the University of Akron.  He retired as an Engineer at the Hoover Company.  ...

Feb 8, 2024

Iris Detweiler, 86, passed away February 8, 2024. Born in Akron, Ohio on June 22, 1937, she lived most of her life in Tallmadge, Ohio. She passed away peacefully at home in her bed from heart failure.  She received her Bachelor's degree from Kent State University and retired in 2015 after more than 20 years of teaching at Akron...

Feb 7, 2024

Assunta "Sandy" R. Casalinova, 84, passed away February 7, 2024.

Born in Clarksville, Pennsylvania, Sandy had lived in the Tallmadge area for most of her life.  Sandy was a graduate of the class of 1959 at Jefferson-Morgan High School. She was a member of Our Lady of Victory Church.  Sandy enjoyed sewing, baking, crossword puzzles and watching...

Feb 6, 2024

James Frederick Cleavenger Jr., 76 of Tallmadge, beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend died while in the arms of his loving family Tuesday, February 6th, 2024.

Born August 20th, 1947, in Akron to parents Elizabeth "Betty" and James Cleavenger Sr. James served in the US Army, and in 2012 retired from H.M. Miller Construction after more than...

Feb 5, 2024

Joseph Anthony Buffa, 94, passed away February 5, 2024.

Born in Stockport, New York, Joseph had lived most of his life in the Tallmadge area.  He retired in 2008 from Sonoco/Holland Oil after 30 plus years of service. He owned horses, enjoyed westerns, coloring, was a member of the Garden Club at Chapel Hill Communities, and you...

Feb 4, 2024

Garnett Seese, 79, passed away on February 4, 2024. Born in Spencer, West Virginia she lived most of her life in Mogadore.

Garnett enjoyed gardening, yard work, motorcycling, and dancing at the Outpost.

She is preceded in death by her parents and her brother.

Garnett is survived by her husband of 20 years,...

Feb 3, 2024

James Robert Dzatko, 56, passed away February 3, 2024 at his home in Alliance, Ohio. Born February 4, 1967 in Akron Ohio to Mike R. Dzatko and Elizabeth J. (Brown) Dzatko. He was a 1985 graduate of Waterloo High School in Atwater, Ohio. James was a long time manager of Giant Eagle in Rootstown, Ohio.

He was...

Feb 3, 2024

Cecil R. Fullerton, 95, went home to be with our Lord on Saturday, February 3, 2024.

Cecil was born in Akron and attended Akron East High School. He was raised in the Akron Children's Home and various foster homes in the area. In 1945, at age 17, Cecil joined the United States Marine Corps and would spend...

Feb 3, 2024

Steve DiBona, 95, passed away February 3, 2024. Born in Akron, he lived most of his life in the Mogadore area in the house that he built.

Steve was a proud Navy veteran. He enjoyed traveling, was an avid fisherman, and loved high school football, especially Mogadore and Field.

He was preceded in death by...

Feb 1, 2024

Adolph Lalli, 88 passed away surrounded by his devoted wife, beloved children, and dedicated care giver Ana DeOliveira by his side on February 1, 2024. He was born in Carovilli, Italy on March 12, 1935 to Domenico and Maria (DiFrangia) Lalli.

In the pursuit of a better life for himself and his family, Adolph left his beloved...