obituaries

Nov 10, 2023

Joyce A. White, 89, passed away November 10, 2023.

Born in Whitesville, Kentucky, Joyce had lived in Ohio for most of her life and in Elyria for the past 20 years. Joyce loved to cook.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Earl R. White; son, James White; sister, Hazel Brunfield; and brothers, Budd,...

Nov 9, 2023

Gary Bryan, 70 years young, left us on November 9th to join loved ones in heaven, who have gone before him.

Gary was a jack of all trades who worked in the car care business for most of his life. He earned the respect of others in the industry and was known for his generous nature with...

Nov 9, 2023

Gary Edwards, 67, passed with his family by his side on November 9, 2023.

Born in Akron, he graduated from Tallmadge High School and lived most of his life as a proud Tallmadge resident. Early in life Gary built tires at Mohawk. He then worked at Acme Click, where he met his wife, Kim. He retired from...

Nov 9, 2023

Rita A. Cline, 82, passed away November 9, 2023 surrounded by her family.

Born in Akron, she had lived in the Tallmadge area since 1972. She was a member of the Tallmadge Primetimers.  Rita enjoyed reading, cleaning, decorating, and rearranging the furniture. She was an avid fan of The Ohio State Buckeyes and Cleveland Guardians.  Most of...

Nov 7, 2023

Thomas R. "Tom" Ocepek passed away on November 7, 2023 at the age of 69.  Tom was born in Cleveland, graduated from St. John's High School in Ashtabula, then attended Kent State University.

Tom began his career at Roadway Express, where he worked for 30 years as a Pricing Analyst.  He then worked an additional 5 years...

Nov 4, 2023

Ronald "Ron" Frank Taylor, 77, passed away November 4, 2023.

Born in Akron, Ron had lived in the Akron area all his life.  He served in the Ohio National Guard and retired in 2008 from truck driving after 20 years. Ron enjoyed motorcycling.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Marvin K. Taylor.

Nov 4, 2023

Maria Zastudil, 83, passed away November 4, 2023.

Born in Uberacker, Germany, Maria had lived in the Akron area since 1960 and for the past 26 years between Ohio and Florida.  She was a member of Riverview United Methodist Church.

Marian and her husband, John loved to travel.  They visited 49 states and numerous countries. ...

Nov 4, 2023

Denny Hanna was born on September 24, 1953, and slipped away at home surrounded by his cherished family, his wife, Lynn Sanders Hanna and his sons Jeff (Lisa) and Michael. Denny leaves behind his five much-loved grandchildren, Makenzie (Kenzie), Tyler, Braedyn, Kaylee and Adylen (Ady), all of whom will miss their Jiddo terribly.

Denny was a life-long...

Nov 3, 2023

Shelia Graham, 76, passed away November 3, 2023.

Born in Phillippi, West Virginia Shelia had lived in the Akron area for most of her life.  She was a member of Shoreline Community Church.

Shelia is survived by her husband, James Michael Graham; daughter, Charlotte "Cris" Thomas of Akron; grandchildren, Ashley, Amanda, and Alexandra Thomas; great...

Nov 3, 2023

Aaron Michael Spires, 28, passed away November 3, 2023. Born in Akron, Aaron grew up in Rootstown and later moved to Tallmadge.

Aaron was passionate about learning, especially when it came to business, mechanics, investments, and politics. He loved his job as a mechanic for off-roading vehicles and was the former owner of Green Leaf Yard &...

Oct 30, 2023

William John Cartwright, 94, passed away October 30, 2023. He was born on August 4, 1929 in Cresson, PA and was raised on a Jersey dairy farm.  He was a devoted husband and father and lived most of his life in Tallmadge, Ohio.

William retired from Norton Company as a plant engineer and was a member of...

Oct 30, 2023

Melissa "Missy" Ann Mcleod-Donges was a beloved wife, mother, daughter, and aunt. She left this world suddenly on October 30th, 2023, at the age of 62.

She was born to Donald and Barbara McLeod on May 18th, 1961, in Norton Ohio. She Graduated from Norton High School in 1979 and furthered her education at The University of...

Oct 26, 2023

Jeff Alan Bell, 61, a devoted husband and friend, left his earthly journey October 26, 2023.

He was very skilled as a computer technician for HP and enjoyed working with his team.

His passion beside loving his wife, Vickie, was his weekend bicycling through Freedom Trail.

He has left behind his wife, Vickie;...

Oct 23, 2023

Betty Ann Logan, 89, passed away October 23 2023.

Born in Byesville, Ohio, Betty had lived in the Akron area for most of her life.  She was a long-time member of St. Matthews Parish and the St. Matthew's Ladies Guild.  Betty enjoyed going to church, playing bingo, gambling, and catering.

She was preceded in death...

Oct 20, 2023

John D. Shew, 64, entered the gates of Heaven peacefully on Friday, October 20, 2023, held and surrounded by his loved ones.

He is survived by his loving wife of 39 years and "angel on Earth", Katherine Shew; children, Stephanie (Shaun) Thomas, Jeremiah (Tiffany) Shew, Rev. Robert (Melinda) Shew, Sarah (Kyle) Moles; 10 grandchildren, Savannah(17), Shayne(14), Jayce(10),...

Oct 19, 2023

Joan "Joanie" Marie (Potisuk) Ferrara, 81, passed away on October 19th, 2023 in her home. Joan is survived by her husband, Leopold "Paul" Ferrara, her daughters, Danielle (Robin) Ferrara-Seibel and Darbie (William) Ferrara-Mathys, her sons Thoman "Tom" (Tim) Ferrara and Dante (Christie) Ferrara; Her grandchildren, Gillian Seibel, Myles Mathys, Zane Ferrara, and Ava Mathys; Her siblings, Susan (Tim) Wilcox...

Oct 18, 2023

Wilma fell asleep in the Lord on October 18, 2023.  Born in Belle Valley, Ohio on April 23, 1926, she lived most of her life in the Tallmadge area.

Babysitting at a very young age, brought her to Akron, in order to help with the finances back home.  Other jobs later took her to Franklin Dale, B...

Oct 14, 2023

Peggy J. Glasgow, 94, walked through Heaven's gate on October 14, 2023.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles N. Glasgow, Sr. and son, Charles N. Glasgow, Jr.

Peggy is survived by her daughter, Beth Ann Glasgow; daughter in law, Denise H. Glasgow; grandchildren, Allison H. Glasgow and Charles N Glasgow III; and...

Oct 13, 2023

David Lyman Sims passed away on October 13, 2023, in Kent, Ohio at age 82. He was born on January 8, 1941 in Cleburne, Texas to Claudine Sims and Ralphnell Kidd Sims.

Dave grew up in Lubbock, Texas and graduated in 1960 from Monterrey High School. After high school he joined the Army and traveled all over...

Oct 13, 2023

James J. Vargo departed this life in his home October 13th, 2023 in Akron, OH at the age of 71.

James J. Vargo was born August 22, 1952, in Akron, OH, the son of the late Joseph Albert and Wanda Theone Vargo.

A 1971 graduate of Ellet High School.

James honorably served his...