obituaries

Jul 27, 2017

Marilyn Weyandt, 87, passed away July 27, 2017. Born in Akron, she lived most of her life in Tallmadge. Marilyn was a member of the Eastern Star.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Warren; parents, Andrew and Medrith "Gert" Sowards.

Marilyn is survived by her sons, Dennis (Carol) Weyandt of Pataskala, Robert Weyandt...

Jul 25, 2017

Vito Anthony DeCarlo, "Papa Tony", was born on April 21st, 1929 in Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on July 25th, 2017, with his loving family by his side. He was our hero! He loved us, the whole world and then some. Papa Tony, was a devoted son, husband, father, and grandfather. The love he had for his family was...

Jul 23, 2017

Esta Mae Eriksen, 86, passed away July 23, 2017 after a brief illness.  We find peace in knowing she is with our Lord and the love of her life, Harold. Born in Akron, she lived most of her life in Tallmadge.

Esta retired from the Lawson Milk Co. after 28 years as a payroll supervisor and was...

Jul 19, 2017

Mary P. Nicodemo, 94, passed away July 19, 2017.

Born in Canton, Mary had lived in the Canton area all her life.  She was a member of  Christ The Servant Parish at Our Lady of Peace Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Victor J.; grandson, Joel Meiser, and three brothers.

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Jul 19, 2017

Elizabeth F. DeCarlo (nee Costello)

Elizabeth F. DeCarlo, "Betty Boop", was born on May 11, 1932 in Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2017, with her loving family by her side.

Born to Love, and that she did! Betty Boop, a devoted wife and loving mother, brought joy to the world around her...

Jul 19, 2017

Anne Marie Triola, 58, departed this life into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 19, 2017 at 7:19 a.m. after a courageous battle with metastasized breast cancer. Anne was born in Akron, Ohio on January 3rd, 1959 to Joe and Mary Triola. Anne lived in Akron, Ohio all her life.

Preceded...

Jul 12, 2017

Shaun D. Ferrell, 38, passed away July 12, 2017. Born in Akron, he lived most of his life in Cuyahoga Falls.

Shaun worked at Johnny Malloy's, attended Hoban, graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School and attended Kent State University. He loved music and playing guitar.

He was preceded in death by his uncle, Gregory Ferrell....

Jul 7, 2017

William Floyd Martin, 64, passed away July 7, 2017.  Born in Akron, he lived in the Cuyahoga Falls area.

Bill was a graduate from Tallmadge High School and received a Bachelor degree from Case Western Reserve University.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Phister Harris and Nina Martin.

Bill is survived...

Jul 3, 2017

Catherine Jane Pearson, 72, passed away July 3, 2017. Born in Akron, she had lived over 30 years in Tallmadge.

Catherine was self-employed at Endless Treasures and was a North High Alumni. She enjoyed family and friends the most, and also enjoyed art, angels, antiques, cooking, and baseball.

She was preceded in death by her...

Jul 3, 2017

Hulda passed into the nearer presence of God on July 3rd.   She was born to Clarence and Nellie Berringer of Uniontown, Pa. and was preceded in death by her two brothers, Wilbert and Gilbert, and two sisters Gaye and Betty.

She is survived by her daughter, Diana(Kenneth)Caldwell;  grandsons, David and "Drew" Caldwell; granddaughter, Karalyn(Adam) Grant; great grandchildren,...

Jun 30, 2017

Richard Lee Osborne, Sr., 71, passed away June 30, 2017.

Rick "Oz" was born in Akron, son of Gordon and Lula (Hendricks) Osborne.  He was a U.S. Army Reserves Veteran.  Rick retired from the Tallmadge Police Department as a Lieutenant in 1996 after 25 years of service. He served as Tallmadge City Treasurer and Director of Administration...

Jun 30, 2017

Janet E. Kingan (Morrison), 87, passed away after a long illness on Friday, June 30, 2017, surrounded by her family. Janet was a lifelong resident of Akron, graduating from North High School, working at Ohio Bell, and then moving to Fairlawn to raise her family. She was an active member of Montrose Zion United Methodist Church where she enjoyed...

Jun 29, 2017

Gayle Shum, 75, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving husband and family on June 29, 2017.

Born in Omaha, Nebraska, she has lived in the Kent area since 2002.

Gayle was a homemaker and an active member of Tallmadge United Methodist Church. She was a volunteer at Hale Farm and Village and a hospital...

Jun 29, 2017

Lorene, V. Huvler, 86, passed away June 29, 2017. Born in Wayne City, Illinois, Lorene had lived in the Akron area for most of her life.

She worked in the Food Service at Department at Kent State University.  Lorene was a member of Chapel of Prayer Baptist Church and enjoyed gardening and flowers.

She was...

Jun 27, 2017

Carrie A. DiGiulio, 90, passed away on Tuesday, June 27, 2017 after a short illness.  She was born in Akron on April 10, 1927.  Carrie is preceded in death by her husband Dominic, her son Gary, Parents Nicola & Rose Braccio, Sisters Dolores Ripellino, Catherine Hecht and Brother Michael Braccio.

Carrie met her husband Dominic at Scott's...

Jun 25, 2017

Gregory Alan Ferrell, Sr. 70, passed away June 25, 2017.

Born in Akron, Gregory had lived in the Akron area for most of his life.  He retired in 2008 from Wonder Bread/Hostess Cakes.  He Enjoyed working on lawn mowers.

Gregory is survived by his wife, Karen; daughters, Melissa (Ron Folds) Ferrell of Hartville, Brenda Engelhart...

Jun 23, 2017

Kevin George Cochrane, 53, passed away peacefully in his sleep due to heart disease June 23, 2017.He has finally gone home in the arms of his lord. He was born in Akron, and lived in the area most of his life.

Kevin worked at I.B.C. in Direct Store Deliveries. He also worked as a long distant truck...

Jun 23, 2017

Eugene Edward Wylie, 89 years old, entered his eternal home on June 23, 2017. He lived most of his life in Tallmadge.

Eugene served in the U.S. Army and retired in 1990 as a Teacher with the Akron Public Schools.  He earned a Bachelor degree at Heidelberg College with a Masters at Kent State University.  Eugene was...

Jun 21, 2017

It is with great sadness that the family of Deborah Andrea Kemp announces her passing, on Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at the age of 55.  Debbie will be lovingly remembered by her parents, David Mezzacapo (Therese) and Evelyn Sheffler (Richard) along with Scott Kemp; Wesley Kemp her son, Mason Kemp her grandson; her siblings, Denise Adzema (Peter), Tony Mezzacapo...

Jun 18, 2017

Nancy "Lynne" (Ptomey) Massic, 80, passed away June 18, 2017. Born in Alamosa, Colorado, she lived most of her life in Tallmadge.

Lynne retired in 2006 with 36 years as a Speech Therapist with Mayfield City Schools and was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. She served in many capacities in...