Obituaries

Apr 29, 2022

Donna M. Backner, 87, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, April 29, 2022 surrounded by family and friends. She was born November 2, 1934 in Peru, Indiana to the late Alton and Birdie (Babcock) Donaldson. Donna enjoyed reading, shopping and spending time at the Casino with her husband, Richard. In her early years she also enjoyed modeling...

Apr 29, 2022

Frances Bryant, 102, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, April 29, 2022. She was born October 4, 1919 in Cullman, Alabama to the late Otis and Minnie (née Jones) Collins.

She was a member of Park United Methodist Church and retired from Akron General as a Nurses Aide.

She was preceded in...

Apr 27, 2022

Enid L. Russell, 70, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, April 27, 2022. She was born September 20, 1951 in Akron, Ohio to the late Robert and Janet (nee Russell) Russell. She retired early from the City of Akron Sanitation Department to return to the University of Akron College of Engineering where she got a degree in...

Apr 23, 2022

Brandon "B" Hoffman, 32 years old, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, April 23, 2022. Brandon was loved by many, and will always be remembered for his kind heart, big smile, and even bigger personality. He will fondly be remembered as a father, son, brother, uncle, and friend.

Brandon is survived by his two kids, Brandon...

Apr 20, 2022

Kevin R. Tidwell, 61, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, April 20, 2022. He was born January 3, 1961 to the late Wade and Beverly (née Stanton) Tidwell Jr.

He retired after working several years as a machinist with Sam Wires and he was a veteran of the United States Army. He loved gardening, ...

Apr 19, 2022

Shaun Gregory Brady, 58, passed away April 19, 2022, after a long battle with cancer.

He is preceded in death his by parents, William and Betty (nee Dow) Brady and brother, Kerry Brady.

He is survived by his fiancée, Terri East of Cuyahoga Falls; brother, Douglas (Karyn) of Chardon, sister, Kathleen...

Apr 17, 2022

Carol A. Garman, 80, departed her loving family on the Pink full moon of Easter day, April 17, 2022. Carol was born August 23, 1941 in Barberton, Ohio. She is preceded in death by her parents Frederick H. and Thelma M. Jennings and sister Nancy.

She graduated from St. Mary's Parish High School and attended the University...

Apr 14, 2022

Sarah J. Michelli, 82, a lifetime resident of Akron went home to be with the Lord, April 14, 2022. She was born December 30, 1939 to the late Fred and Irene (nee Schuster) Elrod. She enjoyed reading, sewing, helping others and was a retired school teacher from the Mogadore School system.

She was preceded in death by...

Apr 8, 2022

Allen K. Perry shared his life with family and friends for eighty two wonderful years. Allen passed away peacefully April 8, 2022.

Allen is survived by his loving wife of sixty years, Fay; four daughters, Charmaine Goff, Jill (Jim) Pangas, Renee Campbell (Jeff Levan)

and Robin (Mike) Blaurock; four grandchildren, Tara Campbell, Amber...

Apr 2, 2022

Charles Edward Carswell III, 32 passed away suddenly on Saturday, April 2, 2022 while traveling home from vacationing out West. Charles was born on February 1, 1990 in Akron, Ohio to Lisa and Charles Carswell Jr.

He graduated from Akron Digital Academy in 2008 and Ohio Technical College in 2014, receiving his degree in Master Welding Technology....

Mar 30, 2022

Betty Lou King,93, passed away peacefully to life eternal with her Lord and Savior on March 30, 2022. She was born and raised in Altoona, PA. After graduating from High School, she went to Bryn Mawr Hospital becoming a registered nurse. She met and married her loving husband in1953 and in the ensuing years worked in pediatrics in hospitals in...

Mar 22, 2022

Charles Earl Stewart "Big Chuck", 83 of Akron passed away March 22, 2022. He was born December 27, 1938 in Streetsboro, Ohio on the family farm.

Travel, food, fun and family were the things that brought joy to his life. He was a member of Brown St. Church of Christ, the Eagles and Orioles Clubs. He attended...

Mar 17, 2022

Beth passed away on March 17, 2022 after a long struggle with Pulmonary Fibrosis.

She leaves behind her loving husband, Dillon; children, David (Debbie), Scott, Jason (Sarah), Wade (DeAna) and her favorite daughter, Sara (Julia) Hickman-Himes; her loving sister, Nancy; twelve grandchildren; nine great grandchildren and many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond...

Mar 16, 2022

David A. Polefko (Dave), 61, passed away in an unexpected tragedy on March 16th, 2022. He was born on February 18th, 1961, in Barberton, OH. Dave is survived by his siblings; Ada, Margaret, Scott, and Cheryl. Proceeded in death by his sister, Sharon Polefko, and mother, Lois Polefko. He will be dearly missed by his siblings, nieces and nephews, extended...

Mar 16, 2022

Cheryl K. Adkins, 82, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, March 16, 2022. She was born August 24, 1939, in Akron, Ohio to the late Harry and Eileen (nee Phillips) Stiffler.

He was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Raymond. She is survived by her sons, Dan (Shirley) of New Franklin, Jeff...

Mar 14, 2022

Mildred Cox, age 100, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on March 14, 2022.

Mildred’s life began on September 18, 1921 in Amity, Ohio on...

Mar 11, 2022

Alan Davis Timberlake, 57 passed away unexpectedly on March 11, 2022. He was born June 16, 1964 in Lafayette, Indiana to Herbert A. and Patricia ( nee Felty) Timberlake.

Alan grew up in Lexington, Ohio and graduated from Lexington High School where he played football. He went on to play semi-pro as a linebacker. He worked at...

Mar 10, 2022

Edward Mural Keener, 62 passed away March 10, 2022 after a courageous battle against cancer. He was born December 16, 1959 in Akron to Edward and Ursula Keener.

Ed lived most of his life in the Akron area. He held many jobs over the years including his favorite as a truck driver.

Ed was preceded...

Mar 7, 2022

Reverend Rodney Jay Warstler was born January 4, 1935 to Clifford Reese Warstler and vera Kennedy Warstler, who predeceased him. He ended this life to begin his life of eternity on March 7, 2022.

He is survived by his wife of sixty five years, Mary Lu Pennock Warstler; four children, Elizabeth (Liz) Flaker and husband, Donald Flaker...

Mar 6, 2022

Sheldon K. Rininger, 87, passed away on March 6, 2022, after a long and fulfilling life. Sheldon was born and raised in Copley, Ohio. He was the son of the late Harold & Oona Rininger.  Sheldon married the love of his life, Joanne Rininger, on January 7, 1954, and they celebrated 68 years of a loving marriage. ...