obituaries

Mar 12, 2022

Bart (Barto) J. Pignatelli passed away peacefully on March 12, 2022. Bart was born in San Jose, California to Francesco and Fontina Pignatelli on April 29, 1932. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Mary Rita (Zarling) and his sister Mary (Pignatelli) Sardone.

Bart excelled in football at Akron North High School. Bart was a...

Mar 11, 2022

Perry (Perino) "Pat" A. Fruscella, 95, passed away on March 11, 2022.

Perry was born on April 11, 1926 and lived most of his life on North Hill in Akron, Ohio.  He attended both Jackson Grade School and St. Martha (Blessed Trinity), and then Howard Trade School, where he studied printing.  His dad was a shoemaker and,...

Mar 7, 2022

Jack Lewis Sarver, 78, passed away March 7, 2022. Born in Akron, he lived the past 27 years in Tallmadge.

Jack retired as CEO of TeleCommunity Credit Union with over 40 years service. He was a member of Grace Episcopal Church in Ravenna. Jack was an avid marathon runner and carried the Olympic Torch in 1984. He...

Mar 6, 2022

Ralph Bruce "Papa Bear" Isley, 71, went home to be with our Heavenly Father, who he loves so much, on Sunday, March 6, 2022, at 1:20 am; over 3 years after being given only 6 weeks to live - a testament to Ralph's trust in God, the power of prayer, and God's healing.

Born in Detroit, Michigan...

Mar 3, 2022

Raymond M. Thomas, 92, passed away March 3, 2022.  Born in Akron, he lived most of his life in Tallmadge.

He was a graduate of Springfield High School and was a member of Zion Lutheran Church.  Raymond was also a member of the Tallmadge HS Athletic and Band Boosters and Springwood Lake Camp Club.  He retired from...

Mar 1, 2022

Katherine Louise Bartley née Fach, age 64, went home peacefully to be with the Lord on March 1st, 2022, surrounded by her beloved family.

Kathy first and foremost loved Jesus and her family. She lived her life to serve and help others. She wanted everyone to know they are important. She left this earth believing in Jesus...

Feb 24, 2022

Ronald J. Ferlic, age 83, of Tallmadge, died peacefully Thursday, February 24, 2022 following a struggle with Alzheimer's Disease.

Born in Lorain, Ohio, he was the son of the late Jacob and Annette Ferlic.  He is preceded in death by his wife, Carol (Eastwood), and survived by daughter, Laura (Vernon) Anthony and granddaughters, Kyle, Casey and Mary;...

Feb 23, 2022

Betty was born on Hamilton Street in Akron on February 26, 1930.

To Mamie Esther (Cook) Futral and Oscar Woodford Futral. However, most of Betty's fondness memories are of the times she and her mother spent in Franklin, Georgia.  She has always held her relatives in the south in high esteem.

When Betty was in...

Feb 22, 2022

Robert "Bob" Tejral, 95, of Tallmadge passed away February 22, 2022.

He was born January 4, 1927 to the late Louis Tejral and Helen Komenda Tejral of Brainard, NE.  He lived in Tallmadge for 58 years.  Robert served in the U.S. Navy during World War II in the Pacific area.  He was employed by Goodyear Aerospace Corp...

Feb 21, 2022

Angelina (Merendino) Papatonis, 85, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, February 21, 2022. She was born in Akron to the late Frank and Santa Merendino. She was a long-time resident of both Cuyahoga Falls and Tallmadge.

Angie had a clever and imaginative sense of humor that endeared her to everyone in her family. She...

Feb 21, 2022

Armando Colella, 95 years old, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, February 21, 2022.

Born in Akron on September 20, 1926, he lived most of his life in Tallmadge. Armando served in the U.S. Army during World War II with the 11th Airborne Paratroopers.  As a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great papa, he...

Feb 20, 2022

George T. Burke, 76, passed away peacefully, from multiple health issues, surrounded by family on February 20, 2022.

George lived most of his life in Hubbard, Ohio, and was a 1963 graduate of Ursuline High School in Youngstown. George retired from Sharon Steel after 30 years of service and spent the next 20 years as owner/operator of...

Feb 20, 2022

Reid L. Miller 76, passed away February 20, 2022.

Born in Akron, Reid had lived most of his life in the Akron area.  He served in the U. S. Army he was employed with FedEx the Summit County Courthouse, then retired from S.A. Comunale Company.  He enjoyed sports memorabilia and western magazines.

Reid is survived...

Feb 19, 2022

Dedicated in the loving memory of Diana Lyn Shew, 66, who passed away unexpectedly at home Saturday afternoon on February 19, 2022.

She was born March 8, 1955, to Melvin and Warrine Ahlgreen in Akron, Ohio. They later moved to Tallmadge where she grew up with her younger siblings on S.  Munroe Road. Many of her friendships...

Feb 19, 2022

Edward B. Tokar, 75, passed away February 19, 2022.

Born in Akron, Edward had lived in Tallmadge since 2015.  He received his Masters and PHD from Ohio University. Edward was retired from Youngstown State and volunteered with Hospice. He was an avid sports fan especially Ohio State University.

He was preceded in death by his...

Feb 17, 2022

Beth Irene Bachtel, 85, of Tallmadge passed away on February 17, 2022. Born in Barberton, she graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School and lived most of her adult life in Tallmadge.

Beth was a stay-at-home mom, raising three children and providing for her husband. She was a great cook who prided herself on providing healthy meals for...

Feb 17, 2022

Karie Lyn LoCascio, 41 passed away on February 17th, 2022, peacefully at home after a courageous fight against breast cancer. She was surrounded by the love of her family and friends.

Karie was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend.  Karie truly was the most kind, generous, and loving person. She was also inspiring and brave,...

Feb 17, 2022

Beth Irene Bachtel ,85, of Tallmadge, passed away February 17,2022.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Feb 15, 2022

Gretchen Lynne Gilmore, 55, passed away February 15, 2022.

Born in Barberton, Gretchen has lived most of her life in the Akron area.  She was a dedicated manager with Giant Eagle since 2004. She loved antiquing, going to craft shows, and rewatching her favorite shows and movies. She took special pride in cooking for her family and...

Feb 13, 2022

Barbara Ann Young, 87, went home to be with the Lord on February 13, 2022 with her daughters and sister by her side.

Born to the late Joseph C. Gadel and Bernice H. (Wooster) Gadel, she lived most of her life in the Akron area graduating from St. Mary's High School in 1952.

She was...