obituaries

Sep 1, 2025

Donald Earl Scherer, aged 90 years and 144 days, passed away peacefully on September the first with family by his side.

Dad was preceded in death by his father, Claude; his mother, Grace; an infant brother, Dennis; his loving wife of 62 years, Margaret; and his grandson, Cory.

He is survived by his sons, Steven...

Aug 31, 2025

Tina Marie Massoli, 66, passed away August 31, 2025. She was born in Akron and lived all her life in Mogadore.

Tina was the owner of Vincent's Bakery for the last 39 years.  In her early years, Tina was proud of her athletic career, including basketball and track at Mogadore High School.  In recent years, Tina enjoyed...

Aug 21, 2025

Patsy "Pat" Wilkinson (nee Reagan), 88, passed away peacefully on August 21, 2025, in her home, where she wanted to be. Born to the late Cecil and Mary Reagan in Blount County, TN, she was a real Tennessee Girl and proud graduate of the St. Mary's Hospital and Nursing School's Registered Nursing program in Knoxville, TN. She "retired" from...

Aug 21, 2025

Tracie L. Smith, 50, passed away August 21, 2025. Born in Akron, she grew up in Tallmadge and was currently living in Streetsboro.  She was a pet lover especially dogs, cats and horses.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Al and Betty Gartrell; grandfather, James Sipe; uncles, Roger Gartrell and Dan Sipe.

Tracie...

Aug 20, 2025

Joseph A. Tricaso passed away peacefully on August 20, 2025, at the age of 90. He lived a life as full as the family dinner table he loved to sit at—surrounded by his wife, children, and grandchildren, telling stories of the "good old days" and raising a glass of red wine.

Born on July 2, 1935, in...

Aug 18, 2025

Sydney Carmichael, 35, of Akron, Ohio departed this life unexpectedly on August 18, 2025.  Born and raised in Akron, Sydney was the beloved daughter of Donna J. Walker and Luddie W. Carmichael.

Sydney attended the Akron Public Schools where she graduated from North High School in 2009.  She later attended Stark State College and graduated January 9,...

Aug 12, 2025

Diana Marie Wayand (Hetrick), 84, passed away August 12, 2025.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Aug 8, 2025

Margaret Keen, 85, passed away August 8, 2025. She was born in Greensburg, Ohio and graduated from Green High School in 1958.

She will be missed by her loving husband of 64 years, Randall; two loving sons and their wives, Randall II (Tammy) Keen, Greggory (Cathy) Keen; seven loving grandchildren and their spouses, Ryan Keen, Samantha (Blake)...

Aug 7, 2025

Phyllis M. Poole, 92, passed away August 7, 2025.  Born December 22, 1932 in Nanty Glo, Pennsylvania, she lived over 60 years in Tallmadge.

Phyllis was a member of Our Lady of Victory Church.  She loved her time with her family and her cats.  Phyllis enjoyed card games, TV games, especially loved playing PacMan and gardening.

Aug 5, 2025

Samuel J. Chambers, 87, passed away on Tuesday, August 5, 2025.

Sam was born in Hambleton, West Virginia and lived most of his life in the Akron area.  He loved country music, playing the guitar and banjo, karaoke and working on cars.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Judythe; his parents, William and...

Aug 5, 2025

Catherine Lucy Donatelli, 88, passed away August 5, 2025. Born in Tilden, Illinois, she lived most of her life in the Akron area.

Catherine retired as a Secretary from Akron Board of Education at Hoban High School. She was a member of St. Anthony Church. Catherine loved to cook for her family and enjoyed playing bridge and...

Aug 1, 2025

Carolyn Gross, 78, a beloved wife and mother, passed away on August 1, 2025 in her hometown of Stow, Ohio. She also lived many years in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio.  She leaves behind a legacy rich with love and devotion. It was through her remarkable role as a mother that she fostered an environment filled with warmth, compassion and unyielding...

Jul 31, 2025

Jeffery Daniel McAmis, 63, passed away on July 31, 2025.

Jeffery was born in Akron and lived in the Tallmadge for most of his life.  He worked for the City of Tallmadge in cemetery lawn care.   Jeffery played center position on the Tallmadge Jr. High football team and enjoyed riding his motorcycle on the woods trails.

Jul 30, 2025

James R. Sisson, 81, born February 5, 1944 and passed away peacefully at home on July 30, 2025.

Jim was born in Akron and lived in the area his whole life.  He was an iron worker for Local #17 retiring in 2001 after 37 years of service. Jim was a member of the Suffield United Church of...

Jul 30, 2025

Gerry Lumenello, age 89, of Akron, Ohio, formerly of Boise, ID, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on July 30, 2025.

Born January 16, 1936, in Seattle, WA, Gerry was Song Leader and Homecoming Queen at South Kitsap High School in Port Orchard, WA.  In 1958, she moved to Boston where she started her career...

Jul 28, 2025

Roger Isaly passed away peacefully on Monday July 28, 2025.

Roger was born in Akron, Ohio in 1947 to Bernard and Mabel Isaly.  He retired from building tires at Goodyear in 2002 at the age of 55 and got to spend the past 23 years doing exactly what he wanted to do, whenever he wanted to do...

Jul 26, 2025

John Garcia, 95, passed away on Saturday, July 26, 2025.

He was born in Donora, PA.  John worked for Chrysler in the shipping department before retiring in 1992 after 35 years of service.  He belonged to the Primetimers, Le Ridici Club and the FOE Aerie – McKinley Lodge.

He was preceded in death by his...

Jul 23, 2025

In loving memory, Phyllis Meiser, of Canton, passed away peacefully on July 23rd, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and kindness that will never be forgotten. She was a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, treasured sister, and a dear friend to so many. All who knew Phyllis will remember her as a gentle, kind, and truly incredible...

Jul 22, 2025

Ellen Elaine Hughes, 96, passed away at home peacefully surrounded by her loving family on July 22, 2025. She was born in Akron and lived in Tallmadge since the age of 9.

Ellen was a licensed cosmetologist and owned her own beauty shop until 1993.  She was a member of Tallmadge United Methodist Church serving as a...

Jul 22, 2025

Beverly Ann Riggin passed away peacefully at the age of 89 on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, surrounded by her family.

Beverly was preceded in death by her beloved late husband of 68 years, Gene.

Beverly enjoyed spending time with her seven grandchildren, Diandra (Brandon), Michael (Kristy), Gina (Julie), Phillip, Kendra, Brooke, and Alexandra, and seven...