obituaries

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...

Jul 20, 2025

Robert W. "Bob" Dessent, 92, passed away on Sunday, July 20, following a stroke the prior Thursday.

He is preceded in death by his wife of 60 years Helen Dessent. Also preceding him in death were his parents, George and Mary Dessent of Weston, WV, and sisters Anne Williams and Alice McEwuen.

Bob is survived...

Jul 20, 2025

Rita M. Thomas, 90, passed away July 20, 2025. Born in Akron, she lived most of her life in the Akron and Tallmadge area.

Rita was a 1952 graduate of Akron North High School. She worked many years as a secretary prior to being hired as the bookkeeper at Bumpas Drug. She was a member of the...

Jul 19, 2025

George Abood, 90, of Tallmadge, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2025.

Born July 14, 1935, in Akron to George and Ann Abood, George dedicated his life to family, faith, and service. More than anything else, he loved spending time with his family—whether sharing a meal together, watching his grandchildren become young adults, playing cards or enjoying...

Jul 17, 2025

Carl V. Gilbow, 94, passed away July17, 2025.  He was born in Canton and lived most of his life in the Cuyahoga Falls and Tallmadge area

Carl served as a Commander in the Coast Guard Reserves and was the District Chief and trainer for the Akron Fire Department before retiring in 1984 after 30 years of service....

Jul 14, 2025

In Loving Memory of Fred N Saal, 84, a devout Catholic, peacefully passed from this world to the Father on July 14, 2025.

June 26, 1941 – July 14, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved father. While our hearts are heavy with grief, we find solace in...

Jul 12, 2025

David Michael Graham, 70, passed away July 12, 2025.

He was born in Akron and lived in the area for all of his life.  David was a Receiving Supervisor with Struktol for 27 years before retiring in 2020.  He enjoyed spending time with his son, watching the Cleveland Browns, camping and bonfires.

He was preceded...