obituaries

Jul 29, 2018

Richard C. Hargett "Dick", 77, passed away surrounded by his family on July 29, 2018.  He was a long-time resident of Edinburg Township.

He was proceeded in death by his parents, Golden and Hazel Hargett.

Dick is survived by his wife of 56 years, Mona; daughter, Diane Austin; son, Rick (Alice) Hargett; granddaughter, Ashley; great...

Jul 29, 2018

Kenneth E. Reifsnyder, 83, passed away July 29, 2018.

Born in Akron, Kenneth had lived in the Akron area all his life.  He retired in 1995 from Acme and various freight trucking companies.   Kenneth was a member of Teamster Local #348 for 45 years.  He was an avid golfer.  Kenneth always put his wife and family above...

Jul 28, 2018

David W. Quintrell, 59, passed away July 28, 2018.

Born in Akron, David had lived most of his life in Tallmadge.  He was self employed as a landscaper for the past five years. In his younger years he traveled the world as a lighting designer.

He was preceded in death by his father, David W....

Jul 27, 2018

Patrick Daugherty, Sr. Back in '45 during "the big one", Patrick Daugherty Sr. (Big Pat) was born on April 24. Big Pat served in the U.S. Army from 1962-1965. He achieved the grade of E5. He was a graduate of the 7th Army NCO Academy while serving in Germany and was the Second Army Welter Weight Golden Gloves Champion....

Jul 24, 2018

Donna Jean (Mills) Rogers ascended peacefully to be with the Lord on July 24, 2018 with her husband and children by her side. She was born and raised in Youngstown where she graduated from South High School in 1956 and was a resident of Tallmadge since 1975. She and her husband established and own Home Appliance Parts on Main...

Jul 24, 2018

Helen Ruth Lundy (Carden), age 90, of Tallmadge passed away after a brief illness on July 24, 2018.  She was born in Akron, Ohio on January 25, 1928.  Following her graduation from Ellet High School in 1945, she married her high school sweetheart, Glen, on September 18, 1946.  They settled in Lakemore before moving to Tallmadge in 1954.  Together,...

Jul 19, 2018

Harry Drechsler joined his wife, Ann in heaven on July 19, 2018. He was born on July 8, 1927 and just celebrated his 91st Birthday.

Harry served in the U.S. Army and retired after 44 years from B.F. Goodrich. He was a jack of all trades and loved working with his hands. Harry enjoyed gardening, fishing and...

Jul 19, 2018

Manny DiFrangia, born 9/4/1950, passed away on July 19, 2018. Manny, son of Olga (Carnevale) and David DiFrangia, lived his entire life in Akron, Ohio.  He leaves behind his wife Ann; sons, Santino and Josef; his stepchildren, Sara (Victor) and Allan; grandchildren, Enrico, Aria, Luciano, and Gabriella; brother, Frank; and his dearest friend, Father Norman Douglas. He is also...

Jul 17, 2018

Josephine "Jo Anne" Oakes, 93, passed away in her home surrounded by loved ones Tuesday, July 17, 2018.  She was born January 1, 1925 in Akron, Ohio to Anthony and Mary Abbate and was a long time resident of Akron's North Hill and surrounding Catholic communities.

She will be remembered for her vibrant laughter and love for...

Jul 13, 2018

Bernice Grismer

Age 89, passed away peacefully July 13, 2018.

Born in Akron on August 9, 1928 to Richard and Madeline Horning. She was raised in Cuyahoga Falls and lived in Akron the past 60 years .

Bernice was a teacher and taught at Immaculate Heart of Mary in Cuyahoga Falls, until she...

Jul 11, 2018

Emery V. Braidich, 87, passed away July 11, 2018. Born in Youngstown, Tallmadge has been his home since 1960.

Emery served in the U.S. Army and had a long time career as a Polymer Chemist with General Tire, now known as Omnova.  He was a member of the Amvets and enjoyed research, golfing, traveling, hiking, birdwatching and...

Jul 11, 2018

Rick Ormsby Jr. (Alvin) Rick Ormsby, 71, born August 10, 1946, passed away July 11, 2018 at home under hospice care. He was preceded in death by his son, Chris (7); sister, Joan Meyers; and nephew, Steven Meyers. Rick is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Sue; sons, Ricky (Bev) and Jimmy (Lynn); grandchildren, Luke (Charise), Riley,...

Jul 9, 2018

Barbara Rush, 90, passed away July 9, 2018.

Born in Akron, Barbara had lived in the Munroe Falls area for most of her life.  She worked for the Tallmadge Board of Education and also for the City of Munroe Falls.Barb was a member of Tallmadge AARP, where she was the treasurer.

She was preceded in...

Jul 8, 2018

On Sunday, July 8, 2018, Mark Allan Bower passed away at the age of 64.

Mark's passion for the outdoors framed his career and made him a mentor to many. He was an Archery Manager at Kames and was a member of Wingfoot Bowmen's Association. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and golfing with his family and grandchildren.

Jul 8, 2018

Loretta Wharton, 81, passed away July 8, 2018. Born in St. Lawrence, PA, she lived in Cuyahoga Falls since 1956.

Loretta retired as an Office Clerk from O'Neils and Fifth Third Bank.  She was a member of St. Eugene's Church and Tallmadge Primetimers. Loretta enjoyed playing cards and going on gambling trips.

Loretta is survived...

Jul 6, 2018

Georgia Ann Arison, 72, passed away after a long illness, surrounded by her family, on July 6, 2018.

Born in Akron, Georgia was a lifelong resident of the area.  A graduate of Ellet High School, she retired in 2010 from Klais & Company.  Georgia was a member of Our Lady of Victory Church.  She was an avid...

Jul 5, 2018

Pearl A. Morrison passed away on Thursday at the age of 100. She was a lifetime resident of the City of Akron, and a graduate of East High School.

She was married to James R. Morrison for 52 years, and he preceded her in death.

She was the mother of James (Gloria) and Gary (Sharon)....

Jul 3, 2018

George was born in Bessemer, PA on May 7, 1930.  He served during the Korean War and was stationed in Karlsruhe, Germany.  After his discharge he became employed by the Ford Motor Company at the Walton Hills Plant as a tool-die maker, where he retired with 38 years of service.  George was a member of Ford U.A.W. Local #420...

Jul 2, 2018

Ray Sims, 90, born July 2, 1928 and passed away July 2, 2018.

Born in Fairmont, West Virginia, Ray had lived in Tallmadge since 1954.  He retired in 1986 from Ohio Bell/AT&T with 40 years of service.  Ray was a member of First Congregational Church of Tallmadge, AT&T Pioneers Club, Tallmadge PrimeTimers, and a Mason. He was...

Jun 30, 2018

Barbara A. Donovan, 74, passed away June 30, 2018.

Born in Akron, Barbara had lived in Atwater since 1980.  She was retired from Copley High School and was a member of St. Peter of the Fields. Barb was an excellent baker, loved Antiques and enjoyed bowling. She loved spending time with her family and her dogs.