Obituaries

Jul 1, 2025

William C Linn left this world to be with the Lord on July 1st, 2025. He was born September 15, 1947 in Fairmont, West Virginia to the late Clarence and Mary (nee Heston) Linn.

He was an Army veteran, serving during the Vietnam War. His trade was as a heavy equipment operator with specialty in operating crane equipment. His side passions...

Jun 17, 2025

We are sad to announce that Terry passed away after a brief illness on Tuesday, June 17, 2025. Throughout the day, Terry was visited by all his loved ones and got to express his gratitude towards each and every one of them.

He married the love of his life, Geri, over sixty one years ago and took pride in the family...

Jun 15, 2025

James(Jim) A. Swope,71, of Akron, Ohio passed away on June 15, 2025 surrounded by his loved ones. 

Jim loved spending time with family, camping, and park patrol. He retired from Akron Steel. 

Jim was preceded in death by his parents, David and June Swope. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Lora (Rusty) Swope; children, Jamie (Chad) Lebold, Julie Swope,...

Jun 2, 2025

Janice Mae Cross Sherman passed away unexpectedly at AGMC June 2, 2025.

Janice Graduated from Kenmore High School in 1960, she loved marching as a majorette including the Soap Box Derby, she Retired from Manchester Tool Co.

She loved her flowers and growing most of them from seeds. She couldn't wait for spring to get Geraniums and Petunias planted. Janice loved to...

May 26, 2025

William Joseph Longfellow Jr. 74, of Akron suddenly passed away on May 26, 2025. Survived by his mother, Patsy (Swigeart) Martin and the late William Longfellow Sr.

He retired from Gojo Industries after 21 years.

William is survived by his loving daughter, Shawna (Roger) Harmon; grandson, Seth Longfellow and great grandson, Sora Longfellow, his brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews.

My dad enjoyed his...

May 24, 2025

Isabelle Marie Grubaugh, age 18, of Akron, Ohio passed away suddenly on May 24th, 2025. She was born on September 20th, 2006 in Akron, Ohio. 

Isabelle will be remembered for her boundless empathy, her radiant presence, and a heart that was as generous as it was kind. As a devoted STNA, she was cherished by her residents and deeply committed to...

May 13, 2025

On May 13, 2025 Brianna Valentine, 28, of Akron, Ohio gained her angel wings. She was preceded in death by her father, Ricky Valentine I; brother, Jamarrick Valentine and grandmothers, Jeannie Brookins and Brenda Valentine. She is survived by her mother, Michelle Clegg; brothers, Justin Clegg and Ricky Valentine II (Olivia); sister, Rhea Valentine (Travis) and partner, Johnathan Sanders. She...

Apr 30, 2025

Patricia A McMillion went home to be with the Lord on April 30th, 2025. She was born on December 29th,1942 in Akron, Ohio to the late Jim and Audrey Vandegrift and sister to the late Keith Vandegrift.

She loved her family and lived to make them happy, she was an awesome cook and baker, had an amazing green thumb and there...

Apr 24, 2025

Robert C. “Bob” Hanshaw, 72, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord, April 24, 2025. He was born June 7th, 1952 in Barberton, Ohio to Clyde and Drema (nee Hart) Hanshaw.

Bob was well loved by everyone he met. He enjoyed playing softball in his younger years and especially loved playing poker with his buddies. He will be deeply...

Apr 23, 2025

Apr 22, 2025

Joe C.C Forlines Jr., 79, of Akron went home to be with the Lord April 22, 2025. A native of West Virginia, Joe was a life resident of Akron.

He was the owner of Forlines & Sons Concrete Co. His concrete work is everywhere in Summit Co. Joe was active in every organization to which he belongs. He was a member...

Apr 13, 2025

Ida Rea

August 22, 1928 – April 13, 2025

The Angels of the Lord came to escort Ida to a well-deserved rest on April 13, 2025.

Ida was proceeded in death by her parents, Giuseppe and Michelina; her brother, Romeo, her brother, Luigi, her brother, Carlo, and her sister-in-law, Gemma. She was also preceded in death by her first husband, Ambrosio Ranaldi and...

Apr 10, 2025

With love and deep sadness, we share the passing of William Gla Schwaberow, who left this world peacefully on April 10, 2025, at the age of 95 in Akron, Ohio. Born on March 1, 1930, in Akron, William spent the first half of his life in his hometown before moving to South Florida, where he built a life filled with...

Mar 19, 2025

Richard A. Shanholtz, 89, of Barberton, went home to be with the Lord, March 19, 2025. He celebrated his 90th birthday in heaven with his family.

A life resident of the Akron/Barberton area, Richard retired from First Energy in 1994 with thirty eight years of service. He also worked part-time for Reeves Electric Services until 2010 and was a member of...

Mar 18, 2025

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our beloved father and grandfather, Terry V. Koegel, on March 18, 2025, at the age of 79. He was born April 22, 1945, in Connellsville, Pennsylvania, and resided in Akron and Cuyahoga Falls for most of his life.

Terry graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School class of 1963 and went on to obtain...

Mar 13, 2025

Patricia (Pat) A. Heit passed away peacefully and went and join her family in heaven on March 13, 2025. Born September 11, 1933, to Howard and Irene in Pleasantville NJ.

She was a proud graduate of East High School, class of 1951. She worked for the title bureau and State 8 motorcycle. She volunteered with the Telephone Pioneers. Pat was a...

Mar 12, 2025

Paul D. Schraft passed away peacefully on March 12, 2025. Born in Angola, New York, Paul spent many years in Bolivar, Ohio, before retiring to Foley, Alabama. 

A gifted athlete, Paul was an outstanding basketball player at Lake Shore High School in Angola, NY, where he set numerous scoring records. Following high school, he proudly served in the United States Air...

Mar 1, 2025

Clara, always affectionally called "Dolly", went to walk with her friend, Jesus, on March 1, 2025. Dolly lit up a room with her smile and her laughter, she didn't know a stranger.

Dolly was a proud graduate of Kenmore High School and devoted many years of her professional life to House of LaRose, where she undoubtedly made lasting impressions on those...

Feb 18, 2025

Diana J Chamberlin, born on February 13, 1948, in Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2025, in her beloved hometown of Akron. Diana was a woman of many passions and interests, who dedicated her life to family, animals, and the beauty of the natural world.

As a loving mother, Diana is survived by her daughter,...

Jan 29, 2025

Vivian L. Menser, 90, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, January 29, 2025. She was born May 18, 1934, in Butler, PA to the late Edward and Violet (nee Thomas) Waddell.

Beloved wife of the late John (Jack) Menser. Loving mother of Diane Menser of Corona De Tucson, AZ, Thomas (Bonny) Menser...