obituaries

Jul 11, 2019

Heather Heppe, 51, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on July 11th, 2019 in Akron, Ohio.

A celebration of life will be held on Thursday July 19th, 2019 at The Moose Club in Barberton, Ohio.

Heather was born in Akron, Ohio to Andrea Poling on September 19th, 1967.  She went to school at Fort Lauderdale, Florida. ...

Jul 8, 2019

Beryl  J. Haines, 92, passed away July 8, 2019. Born in Bewdley, England, she had lived in Cuyahoga Falls since 1951.

She was preceded in death her husband, Thomas.

Beryl is survived by her daughter, Joanne Lantz of Cuyahoga Falls; son, Phillip Haines of Cuyahoga Falls; grandchildren, Tamara (Phillip) Noble of Akron and Michael (Nichole)...

Jul 5, 2019

David Bagnoli, 88, passed away July 5, 2019.

David was born in Hartville.  He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.

He loved his family and looked forward to Sunday dinners.  David had a smile that made you want to smile too.  He always had the best looking yard. ...

Jun 29, 2019

Loren Renee' Perkowski, 30, passed away suddenly June 29, 2019 in Clermont, Florida.

Born in Akron, Loren grew up in Cuyahoga Falls and Tallmadge, but spent the last eight years living in Florida working at the happiest place on earth, Walt Disney World. She graduated in December of 2018 with a Master's Degree in Hospitality Management from...

Jun 29, 2019

Aaron T. George, 49, died suddenly June 29, 2019.

He was born in Akron, Ohio on February 15, 1970 to Tom and Mary George from Tallmadge.  Aaron grew up in Tallmadge and graduated from Tallmadge High School in 1988.  Aaron enjoyed playing football during his time there.  Later he was employed in the hardwood flooring business.  Aaron...

Jun 26, 2019

Virginia M. Ventrone passed away June 26, 2019.  She was born in Akron where she lived most of her life.  Virginia retired from Giant Eagle as a deli manager.  She was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church.

Preceded in death by her parents, John and Fanny Ventrone; brothers, John, Dominic, Tony, Mike, Vincent and baby; sisters,...

Jun 26, 2019

Margaret L. Strayer (Halmasy), 92, was welcomed into Heaven by Jesus and His Mother on June 26, 2019.

Margaret was born in Lorain, Ohio to the late Julius and Mary Baumgartner Halmasy.  She was a member of Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church.

Margaret loved her family, especially her five grandchildren who were her pride...

Jun 25, 2019

Rose Marie (Pribonic) Tomin

Rose died on June 25, 2019.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Catherine and Michael Pribonic; husband, John; brothers, Tom, Steve, Mike and John; sisters, Lucy, Mary, Anna, Barbara and Bonnie.  Rose is survived by her sons, Anthony (Barbara), John (Robin), Michael (Barbara); daughter, Katherine (Mark) Gallo; 13 grandchildren and 5...

Jun 25, 2019

Claude Franklin "Frank" Love, 91, went home to be with the Lord on June 25, 2019. Born in Akron and he had lived most of his life in the area.

Frank served in the U.S. Army during World War II and retired from Sears after 41 years as a repairman. He graduated from Buchtel High School and...

Jun 25, 2019

Mary J. Butcher, 87, went to be with The Lord, June 25, 2019, to join her husband on what would have been their 65th anniversary. Born in Glasgow, Scotland, she moved to Tallmadge in 1959.

Mary worked at the Maranatha Bookstore for 10 years. She was a long time member of Goodyear Hts. Presbyterian and Stow Presbyterian...

Jun 22, 2019

Anne M. Turney, 39, passed away June 22, 2019.  Born in Butler, Pennsylvania, she had lived in Tallmadge since 1993.

Anne was a server at TGI Fridays, where like all places she was quick to make friends and instant connections. She courageously battled cancer and remained positive to the end. She enjoyed spending time with family and...

Jun 18, 2019

David Womack 76, passed away June 18, 2019. Born in Harvey, IL Dave had lived in Tallmadge for most of his life.  He retired in 2008 from Firestone Tire & Rubber Company with 30 years of service.  Dave was a member of Our Lady of Victory Church, where he was a PSR teacher and also a member of the...

Jun 16, 2019

Louis S. Fisi, age 84, passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2019. He was born on December 29, 1934 in Akron, Ohio. Lou attended Colonial School and was a 1952 graduate of Kenmore High School. Lou was a gifted violinist as a young man and was offered a scholarship to Oberlin College, but his true passion was for business....

Jun 15, 2019

Allen G. Klever, 84, passed away June 15, 2019. Born in Akron, he lived most of his life in Tallmadge.

Pete retired after nearly 60 years in the trucking business in 2014 as President of Sales at J Rayl Transport. He was a graduate of Akron Central High School and a member of the Tallmadge Historical Society....

Jun 14, 2019

John M. Darrah, 56, of Randolph, passed away on Flag Day, Friday, June 14, 2019 at UH Portage and Hospice of the Western Reserve.

He was born on the coldest day, January 22, 1962 in Ravenna, Ohio to the late, CW04 Edward S. and Ruby L. (Rymer) Darrah.  John was employed 33 years at General Tire/Omnova Solutions,...

Jun 14, 2019

Lillian D. Parks-Kuhn, 96, passed away June 14, 2019. Born in Schultz, West Virginia, she lived most of her life in the Akron area.

Lillian retired as the Executive Assistant to the President of Tip Top Bakery, was a member of Tallmadge United Methodist Church and the Primetimers. She was an avid golfer, bowler and square dancer....

Jun 14, 2019

Antoinette A. DiMauro (nee Urbano) of Cuyahoga Falls, 82, passed away on Friday, June 14, 2019.

She was preceded in death by her parents, sister, brother, and many sisters and brothers-in law. Antoinette is survived by her husband of 59 years Patsy DiMauro, children Carla (Bob), Michael (Sabina), Gina (Mike) Dreibelbis, Paula (Michael) Lytz, eight grandchildren, and...

Jun 13, 2019

Betty R. Zeiger (nee Wolcott), 100, went home to be with the Lord on June 13, 2019.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, John; beloved parents, Francis and Florence Wolcott; and two wonderful brothers, Bryan and Frank.

Betty was the dear mother of John Zeiger (Cheryl), Tom Zeiger (Sharon) and Susan Ruple...

Jun 13, 2019

Frank Ernest Geig, 84, passed away June 13, 2019. Born in Barberton, he lived most of his life in Tallmadge.

Frank served in the U.S. Marines and was retired as Owner of Household Appliance Corp.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Helen; parents, Frank and Elizabeth Geig; brother, Joseph Zaha;

Frank...

Jun 12, 2019

Eugene Krannich, 89, passed away peacefully at his home on June 12, 2019.

Born in Akron, Gene had lived in Tallmadge since 1956 following service in the Air Force and National Guard.  He spent 40 years working as a civil engineer with Sauter, Ritchie and Doane, and retired in 1999 from his position as city engineer with...