obituaries

May 30, 2024

John "Jack" A. Selby, 72, passed away May 30, 2024 as a result of an accident while riding his bicycle.

Jack spent most of his life in Firestone Park and graduated from Garfield High School '70. He retired as a meat cutter from Acme.

His love for baseball ran deep… having coached many players in...

May 26, 2024

Gerald Neikirk, 90, passed away Sunday, May 26, 2024.

Born in Hagerstown, Maryland, Gerald had lived in Paden City West Virginia, Tokyo Japan, Pittsburgh Pennsylvania, Lake Charles Louisiana, and most recently in the Akron Ohio area. He was retired from PPG Industries where he started his career as a Chemical Engineer.

He enjoyed traveling both...

May 25, 2024

Alexander J. Maximovich, Jr., 60, passed away May 25, 2024 surrounded by his loving family after a battle with cancer.  Born in Akron, he lived most of his life in the Akron and Tallmadge area.

Alex worked 13 years in the Distribution Dept with Acme in Akron, OH from 1986-1998.  After leaving Acme, he started his own...

May 25, 2024

Rose P. Venditti, 98 passed away peacefully May 25, 2024 Born in Ashtabula, Rose lived most of her life in Ashtabula. She attended Our Lady of Peace in Ashtabula.   She was a florist for Venditti Flowers.  She was an active member of Sweet Adelines and Red Hat Society.  She volunteered many hours at the local food pantry. In her...

May 24, 2024

Rodney "Rod" Ray Colbert, 70, of Akron, Ohio passed away on May 24,2024 after only two weeks from his stage 4 melanoma diagnosis. Rod was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin and friend.

Rod was one in a million. Described as the kindest, funniest, and most amazing man, he was the life of any party...

May 23, 2024

Tallmadge - Carole Johanna Angela Earl (Sabatini), 88, passed away peacefully at home on May 23, 2024.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul.

Born in New York City on February 23rd 1936 to her parents Joseph and Gertrude Sabatini, Carole entrusted her life to her Savior Jesus Christ at an early age.  She grew...

May 21, 2024

Willa J. Barton passed away peacefully on May 21, 2024, in Ft. Pierce, FL. A former longtime resident of Akron, OH,.

Willa is survived by her husband of 35 years, Tom Barton, son, Aaron Miller (Roshelle Green); stepdaughters, Kim Barton Wozniak (Michael Sharpless) and Dawn Barton (Robert Macenka, Jr.); stepson, Brock Barton (Lainey and family); special granddaughter,...

May 21, 2024

Patricia Ellen Jones-Warlop, 82, when home to be with the Lord on May 21, 2024. Born in Akron, Ohio to Chester and Mary Ruth Wolfe, Pat lived a life of faith and dedication. She spent many years raising a family and creating a place to call home. Later in life, she took a job using her considerable skills as...

May 15, 2024

Raymond Ned Smerritt, 91, passed away May 15, 2024. He was born in Lorain, Ohio and lived most of his life in Cleveland before moving to Tamarack Ridge Nursing Home in Brimfield, Ohio last year.

Raymond served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict where he was honorably discharged after serving his country with distinction. He...

May 14, 2024

Patricia Y. Capriola, 58, passed away May 14, 2024.

Born in Dover, Ohio, Patricia had lived in the Akron area for most of her life.  She was employed with Big Lots as a District Training Manager. Patricia loved sitting on the beach, shopping, gardening and was team mom for all sporting events.

Patricia is survived...

May 11, 2024

Ronald W. Culbertson, 78, of Akron, OH, passed away on May 11, 2024.

Ron, as he was known to his loved ones, was born on June 11, 1945, in Akron, OH. He was an outgoing individual who could make friends effortlessly. Ron was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need and was particularly...

May 10, 2024

Paulyne Popiel, passed away May 10, 2024 at the age of 102.

Mom was born in Akron, Ohio on Feb. 24, 1922. Mom was preceded in death by her parents Michael and Anna Volchko, her husband of 56 years John Popiel, her brothers Emil, Ted, Andy, Paul, Del, and Eddy. Mom was also preceded by her sisters...

May 7, 2024

Klara M. Turner, 69, passed away May 7, 2024. Born in Warsaw, Poland, she had lived in Italy before moving to United States in 1962.

Klara graduated as an LPN and was a nurse with St. John Hospital in New York and Akron City Hospital for 7 years. She loved to read, listen to music, her pets,...

May 2, 2024

Kimberlee Douglas, 53, passed away May 2, 2024. Born in Akron, she lived most of her life in Mogadore.

Kim was a Home Health Aid.  She was a Jeep enthusiast and Kim loved rescuing cats through, Maggies Mission and Riggi's Rescue.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Donna O'Neal.

Kim is...

Apr 29, 2024

Tammy R. Kinsey, 57, passed away April 29, 2024.

Born in Akron, Tammy had lived most of her life in the Akron area.  She was a member of Stow Falls Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her sister, Tracy Kinsey.

Tammy is survived by her son, Brian Westfall of Cuyahoga Falls;...

Apr 25, 2024

Janet "Jan" Worrell, 73 of Akron Oh, passed away on April 25, 2024. A native of Akron Ohio, she was born June 16, 1950 to Alvin and Bernadine Ormsby.

She was retired from banking with over 20 yeas of service having held different positions throughout the years.

She was preceded in death by her husband...

Apr 24, 2024

Coler Price Riffle, 41, passed away April 24, 2024. Born in Akron, he lived most of his life in Tallmadge.

Coler worked at Kustom Culture as a Body Piercer. He enjoyed fishing and woodworking.  He also played in various bands.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Kiowa Riffle.

Coler is survived...

Apr 23, 2024

Monica Dalton, age 63, went to heaven in the arms of Jesus on April 23, 2024, following emergency surgery. A courageous warrior, she faced life's challenges with unwavering strength and determination. Monica's resilience inspired all who knew her, leaving an indelible mark on those fortunate enough to cross her path. Her legacy of bravery and perseverance will be cherished...

Apr 19, 2024

Chester Fisher, 92, passed away April 19, 2024.

Born in Jerry's Run, West Virginia, Chester had lived in the Kent area for most of his adult life.  He served in the U.S. Army in the Korea War and retired from Lamb Electric after 43 years of service.  He attended Victory Baptist Temple.  Chester enjoyed his family, hunting...

Apr 19, 2024

Martin J. Clark, 79, passed away April 19, 2024.

Born in Tallmadge, Martin had lived in the area for most of his life.  He retired in 1996 from Union Local #1871 after over 30 years of service.  He enjoyed boating, fishing, farming, and cars.

He was preceded in death by his two sisters and one...