obituaries

Dec 21, 2019

Gary Pickelsimer, 73, passed away on December 21, 2019 surrounded by his family. He was born in Akron and lived in Tallmadge since 1985.

Gary served in the U.S. Army and retired from Brown and Graves Lumber with 20 years and retired for Schneller LLC after 19 years of service. Gary enjoyed building things, playing the lottery...

Dec 20, 2019

Joan Marie (Domico) Budiani, born in Akron, Ohio on May 28, 1933 parted us on December 20, 2019 in Maryland at the age of 86 in God's embrace and surrounded by family, prayer and song.  Joan was an adored daughter, sister, friend, wife, mother, aunt and "nana" as well as a talented artist, chef, baker, singer, seamstress and comedian....

Dec 19, 2019

Angelina (Angie) Scafiti Sgro – born May 14, 1936 in Bronte, Sicily, Italy and sadly passed away on December 19, 2019 at the age of 83.  Our beautiful mom fell asleep – an angel in the arms of God surrounded by her entire family, praying her favorite prayers and playing her most favorite beautiful music.

Her parents...

Dec 17, 2019

The lovely Marie Louise Constantine, 91, passed in her home Dec. 17, 2019.

A life resident of Akron and proud graduate of St. Vincent High School. She worked alongside her husband at Flowers by Gus until retiring in 2009.

Marie was full of life. A talented soprano, she sang in the choir at St. Bernard's,...

Dec 16, 2019

Richard E. Rockich, 84, went home to be with the Lord on December 16, 2019.  Born in Akron, Richard grew up in Barberton where he met and married his high school sweetheart, Patricia Rockich.

In 2000, Richard retired from URS Engineering Company with over 35 years of service to continue spending quality time with his wife and...

Dec 15, 2019

Betty Shriver, 84, passed away December 15, 2019. Born in Munroe County, she lived most of her life in Suffield.

Betty was a member of Millheim Baptist Church. She enjoyed cooking for her family and friends and making flower arrangements for the church.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Louise Bendel...

Dec 15, 2019

Jennifer Ketterman, 37, passed away December 15, 2019. Born in Logan, she lived most of her life in Brimfield.

Jennifer was a medical assistant with Pioneer Physicians and worked at the Red Cross for 11 years. She loved spending time with her family.

Jennifer is survived by her children, Madison Ketterman and Carlee Joy Edwards...

Dec 11, 2019

Katherine A. Hathaway, 76 passed away December 11, 2019. Born in Akron, she lived most of her life in Randolph. She loved spending time with her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Katherine Nemet; brothers, Sonny, Joe, Jim and Mike.

Kathy is survived by her husband, Bill; daughters, Michele (Scott)...

Dec 10, 2019

Bret Grimm, 46, passed away December 10, 2019 after a courageous battle with pancreatic and lung cancer.

He was born in Akron July 14, 1973, lived in Tallmadge all of his life and graduated from Hoban High School in 1991. Bret worked for the Summit County Sheriffs Office as a Deputy Sheriff.

He is preceded...

Dec 10, 2019

Bonnie Jean Harwell, 76, passed away December 10, 2019.

Born in Akron Bonnie had lived in Tallmadge for most of her life.  She was a cashier with Bumpus Drug Store and was a member of Our Lady of Victory Church.  Bonnie was avid golfer, enjoyed playing cards and socializing  with longtime friends.

She was preceded...

Dec 8, 2019

Samantha Stuckey, 30, passed away December 8, 2019.  Born in Johnson City, New York, she lived most of her life in North Canton.

Samantha is survived by her beautiful and loving children, A.J. Christopher, Savannah Lynn, Camden Michael and their father Adam Stuckey; parents, Nadine (Steve) Gregory of Mogadore and Kelan (Linda Shetler) Knapp of Massillon; brother...

Dec 8, 2019

A life journey that began over 91 years ago in Marinia di Gioiosa, Calabria,. Italy came to a peaceful end for Rose Pugliese of Tallmadge on Dec. 8, 2019.  Born in Italy in 1928, she arrived in America in 1952.  She traveled with her husband and three young children from Italy to join her parents in Akron where the...

Dec 7, 2019

George J. Mueller, 77, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 7, 2019, to be with the Lord.  He was a graduate of St. Mary's High School in Akron and received his Associate of Arts in 1993 from the University of Akron and his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science in 2007.

George served in the United States...

Dec 7, 2019

Mary Kathryn Nordstrom "Kay", 102, of Tallmadge, Ohio went home to be with her Lord on December 7, 2019. She was born on May 26, 1917 to Homer and Anna George of Louisville, Kentucky. Kay was raised in Columbus, Ohio and graduated from Ohio State University with a Bachelor Degree in Education.

Kay and her husband, Donald...

Dec 7, 2019

Carmela M. (Caruso) Racco, 87, passed away peacefully with her loving family at her side on Saturday, December 7, 2019 after a brief illness.

Carmela was born August 26, 1932 to Vincent and Rosa (Speranza) Caruso in Cimina, Reggio Calabria, Italy. She came to the United States in 1948 and married John Racco on September 12, 1959....

Dec 6, 2019

Marie L. (Valentino) Pitts, 88, of Tallmadge, Ohio passed away peacefully while surrounded by her family and loved ones.

Marie graduated from Lincoln High School in Cleveland, Ohio in 1949. She was a majorette in the school band. She excelled in music and earned honors at state competitions. Marie loved her piano and would often fill the...

Dec 5, 2019

Josephine M. LoCascio, age 97 went to be with the Lord on December 5, 2019. Born in Akron, she lived all of her life in this area.

Josephine retired from The University of Akron. She was an avid golfer, bridge player, sports fan and beautiful writer. Josephine was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. Her...

Dec 4, 2019

Raymond L. Smith, 75, passed away December 4, 2019. Born in Philadelphia, PA, he had lived in Tallmadge most of his life.

Raymond served in the U.S. Navy and was the owner of Sonntag Beauty Shop. Anyone who knew Raymond, knew that he loved being a caring, giving person who always put others first, which is something...

Dec 3, 2019

Frank A. Hagenbush, 90, passed away December 3, 2019.

Born in Akron, and raised in Portage Lakes, Frank had lived in Akron for most of his life.  He served in the Korean War, and retired in 1991 after 44 years of service from the Akron Beacon Journal.  Frank attended The Chapel and was a member Akron Lodge...

Dec 1, 2019

Mary Jane (Fugo) Phillips, age 65, died December 1, 2019, after a courageous battle with Appendix Cancer and COPD, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Akron, Ohio November 9, 1954.

Mary Jane retired from Kent State University, Kent Campus, Office of Global Education. She enjoyed meeting students from other countries and learning about their country and...