obituaries

Aug 31, 2019

Judith A. Parianos, 80, passed away August 31, 2019 after a short battle to beat cancer. Judy was very grateful to her team of nurses and doctors who fought with her. She was a life resident of Akron.

Judy retired as a Medical Assistant at Summit OBGYN and was a member of Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church. She...

Aug 31, 2019

Audrey Martin, 82, passed away August 31, 2019. Born in Twin Rocks, Pennsylvania, Audrey had lived in the Akron area for most of her life.  She was employed with the Akron Public Schools for 38 years. She was a member of St. Joseph Parish. Audrey enjoyed Saturday night dinners with the family, gardening, crossword puzzles, trips to Georgia and...

Aug 28, 2019

Patricia Ann Bock died Wednesday the 28th of August at Mount Carmel East Hospital in Columbus, OH.

She was a graduate of Akron City Hospital School of Nursing. She had a long and wonderful life traveling the world with her husband Dick.

Pat is survived by her Beloved Husband of 65 years Richard, her children,...

Aug 25, 2019

Norma Kulasa,73, went home to be with the Lord, August 25, 2019.

She was born in Athens, Tennessee and lived in Akron, Ohio most of her life. She was preceded in death by her mother, Virginia and her sister, Beverly.

Norma is survived by her husband of 54 years, Joseph; sons, Mike and John (Wendy);...

Aug 23, 2019

Dennis Parker Richmond, Jr., 55, of Akron, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on August 23, 2019.  Dennis was born in Akron to loving parents Dennis and Sandra.  Dennis was the most wonderful man; he would always say that he needed to work ten times harder than the average person just to prove himself useful. Dennis (Poppy)...

Aug 19, 2019

Marguerite Joanne Goodney (Labate), 86, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2019.

Born in Akron on October 17, 1932, to Americo and Filomena (Conti) Labate, and was the youngest of six children. She was a lifelong resident of North Hill and proud of her Italian heritage. She was graduated from North High School and then worked for...

Aug 16, 2019

Maurice R. Mifflin, 85, passed away August 16, 2019.

Born in Cleveland, Maurice had lived in Tallmadge for the past 22 years.  He served in the U.S. Navy Reserve and retired in 1985 from General Motors after 31 years of service.  Maurice attended Our Lady of Victory Church.  He loved Cleveland sports and enjoyed going to Tallmadge...

Aug 14, 2019

Tallmadge – William A. Prulhiere, 59, went home to be with The Lord August 14, 2019. Born in Akron, he lived his entire life in Tallmadge.

Bill started in the furniture business at 16 and then ended working at Wayside Furniture as a service manager. He was a member of Brimfield Church of Christ, where he preached...

Aug 13, 2019

Brooklyn Elizabeth Tollaman, born May 5, 2016, in Akron, Ohio, has decided to move on from this world.

The precious and challenging life of our tiny angel ended suddenly August 13, 2019 at home with the things she loved the most close by – her mom, dad and pillow.

Brooklyn leaves behind to celebrate her...

Aug 12, 2019

Jay Theodore "Ted" Marsh, 65 passed away August 12, 2019. Born in Columbus, Ohio he resided in Mingo Junction, Ohio.

Ted was a Lineman at Progressive Cabling and served on the board of Jefferson Behavioral Health for many years.

Ted is survived by his wife of 43 years, Renee; daughters, Lynnett (Ted) Gorman, Brandy (J.J.)...

Aug 10, 2019

June C. Bindel (Langlais), 93, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2019.  She was born and raised in Chicago, IL.  She moved to Akron when she married Charles "Bud" Bindel in 1947.  They both shared a June 1st birthday.  June was a member of First United Methodist Church of Akron for 65 years.  She was a member of the...

Aug 10, 2019

Ramon Palcko, 90, passed away peacefully at home on August 10, 2019. Born in Nemacolin, Pennsylvania, Ramon lived in Tallmadge since 1998.

He retired in 1986 from Ford Motor Company with 33 years of service. Ramon was an avid sports fan, he played slow pitch ball with Bedford, was elected in 1990 to the Big Ten Fayette...

Aug 6, 2019

Richard J. Bloniarz, 75, passed away August 6, 2019.  He was born in Akron, Ohio where he resided his entire life.  Richard attended St. Mary's High School, where he played football, winning a state championship his senior year.  After graduating he entered the workforce building tires for Goodyear.  On April 23, 1965, Richard enlisted in the United States Marine...

Jul 31, 2019

Jana Lou Carrier, 69, passed away July 31, 2019. She grew up in Brimfield, and lived in Randolph until she moved to Akron in 1988.

Jana retired from Akron City Hospital as a Transcriptionist.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Kenneth and Jean Carrier.

Jana is survived by her daughter, Monica...

Jul 31, 2019

Terese R. Csernyik - Tallmadge Resident for 50 years and member of Our Lady of Victory church passed away suddenly July 31st, 2019.

Terese Ramute' Csernyik was born 11/15/38 in Kaunas Lithuania.  Fleeing the post World War II occupation of the Soviet Union, Terese and her mother Julia with the help of a sponsor family A. Jarmas...

Jul 29, 2019

Lois Jean Lawrentz beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother passed away July 29, 2019 after years of declining health, she was 91 years old.  Lois retired in 1991 from Ohio Bell after 24 years of service.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Richard E. Lawrentz; son, Gary Lawrentz, and sisters, Gladys...

Jul 28, 2019

Darlene "Dee" Powell, 84, passed away July 28, 2019. She was born in Elkins, West Virginia but lived in the Akron area most of her life.

Dee Loved being a mom and  a grandmother. Spending time with her family was her greatest joy. Dee enjoyed going to the beach, collecting shells, doing crafts and needlework. She was...

Jul 28, 2019

Michael "Mike" Modjallal, 73, passed away July 28, 2019.

Mike Modjallal was a very dedicated, patient and loving father and husband. He had a funny sense of humor even at his own expense. He had the ability to turn any stranger into a friend and he was loved by all who knew him.

Mike graduated...

Jul 28, 2019

Betty M. Thomas, 83, passed away July 28, 2019. Born in Akron, she lived most of her life in Tallmadge.

She was a graduate of West High School and was a member of Zion Lutheran Church.  Betty was also a member of the Athletic and Band Boosters, N.E. Neighbors and Springwood Lake Camp Club. She enjoyed camping...

Jul 24, 2019

John E Brown, 73, passed away July 24, 2019. Born in Spangler, Pennsylvania, he lived most of his life in Tallmadge, OH.

John was a graduate of Hower Trade and retired from Goodyear Aerospace as a Machinist. He was a member of Our Lady of Victory Church, Tallmadge Lions, LeRadici Italian Club, Dr. Roach Outdoor League and...