Obituaries

Jul 29, 2021

Paul Oravecz 63, passed away unexpectedly on July 29th. Paul worked for The Lubrizol Corporation for 42 years.

More than anything in the world Paul took tremendous pride and joy when talking about his children and grandchildren. In his spare time Paul was devoted to his second family the Coventry Comets sports programs, passionately supporting all Coventry...

Jul 20, 2021

Joseph Alan Waller, 61, of Akron passed away peacefully in his home July 20, 2021, due to various health conditions. Born in Akron, Ohio he moved to California at the age of 14. He was a noseguard at Capo Valley High School where he was nicknamed "Harpo". He participated in wrestling, bench pressing, track & field, and taught many...

Jul 17, 2021

James N. Duke, 74, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, July 17, 2021. He was born on December 8, 1946 to Willie and Dorothy (nee Demoss) Duke.

He was a veteran of the United States Army and worked for many years at B&W and ServiceMaster. He graduated from Kenmore High School class of 1964...

Jul 13, 2021

James “Jim" Jones was born on January 19, 1964 and passed unexpectedly on July 13, 2021.

Jim is preceded in death by his father Robert “Bob" Jones, mother Carol Jones and brother Richard Jones.

He leaves behind his son Randy (Karen) Jones and daughter Kara Stearns (Steve); siblings Debbie Wilmot, Belinda Wood (Rich), Russ (Pam)...

Jul 10, 2021

Robert "Mike" MacBride, 74, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, July 10, 2021. He was born February 21, 1947 to the late Eugene and Margaret (nee Brigham) MacBride.

He was a member of Sons of Herman, the Army/Navy 250 and retired from Goodyear.

Preceded in death by his parents; he is survived...

Jul 7, 2021

Melanie M. Travis, 29, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, July 7, 2021. She was born on October 21, 1991 in Barberton, Ohio.

Preceded in death by her daughter, Tae' Lynn; grandpa, Ken Diefendorf; great-grandma, Martha Dailey. She leaves behind her son, Dustin Jr.; mom, Sharon Travis; father, Richard Grubb; sibling, Logan (Shey) (Kaitlyn);...

Jun 8, 2021

Yvonne Denise Stanley of Akron, Ohio departed this life to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on June 8, 2021. She was born August 23, 1961, in Akron, Ohio the daughter of Joseph N. Stanley and Lucille Childers. Yvonne graduated from South High School and worked for Smithers Medical, and the Weaver Workshop. She accepted Christ as...

Jun 1, 2021

Michael Shane Hammond, 48, of Akron, Ohio passed away on June 1, 2021. He was born April 11, 1973 in Akron to Krista Hammond and Rick Marshall.

Preceded in death by his parents; uncle, Bernie, aunt, Brenda and grandpa, Bernie Hammond. Michael is survived by his daughters, Tristah, Shayne, Karmah, Kristah Hammond and Jade Hammond-Emch; sisters, Karri...

May 31, 2021

Terrence D. Welker, 66 of Akron went home to be with the lord, May 31, 2021. He was born February 22, 1955 in Akron to the late Marvin and Janice (nee Martin). He was a driver\operator of heavy equipment for Local 18 and a music\ theater director for many years.

Preceded in death by his parents; he...

May 29, 2021

David E. Blosser, 52 of Akron went home to be with the Lord, May 29, 2021. He was born April 27, 1969 in Akron to the late Eddie and Carol Blosser.

He was a mechanic for Van tires and a life resident of the area.

Preceded in death by his parents; he is survived by...

May 26, 2021

William S. Hill Jr. (Big Bill), 70 of BARBERTON went home to be with the Lord, May 26, 2021. He was born in Barberton, Ohio on November 28, 1950 to the late William and Ruth (nee Sutter) Hill Sr.

Bill retired as a truck driver for Tramonte Distributing, was a member of the Summit County Softball Hall...

May 25, 2021

Robert L. Fox, 68, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, May 25, 2021. He was born April 10, 1953 in Barberton, Ohio to the late Robert and Joann (nee Powell) Fox.

He was a graduate of Chippewa High School in Doylestown, Ohio and spent twenty three years as a meat cutter for Showcase meats...

May 13, 2021

Harry Lee Gromley, 85, went home to be with the Lord (we hope) on May 13, 2021. He was born in Akron, Ohio on February 27, 1936 to Harry and Cora (Reed) Gromley. Harry was a graduate of Hower High School and veteran of the United States Army. He retired from the Ohio Edison after forty-three years of service...

May 13, 2021

Harry Lee Gromley, 85, went home to be with the Lord (we hope) on May 13, 2021. He was born in Akron, Ohio on February 27, 1936 to Harry and Cora (Reed) Gromley. Harry was a graduate of Hower High School and veteran of the United States Army. He retired from the Ohio Edison after forty-three years of service...

May 4, 2021

H. Bernice (Babo) Fretwell (Bliss, Bickett), 92, passed away peacefully on May 4th, 2021. Bernice was born in Akron, Ohio to Homer and Nettie Bliss and lived her entire 92 years in Kenmore.

As a single parent she sacrificed so much to provide a safe, warm and wonderful childhood for her children. A professional dancer, she danced...

May 1, 2021

David P. Burns, 82, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 1, 2021. He was born March 15, 1939 in Akron to the late Edward and Marie (nee Manthe) Burns. Dave was a graduate of Central High School Wildcats and a proud veteran of the United States Marines. He retired from Hunt Machine and...

Apr 24, 2021

Christine R. Kerwin went home to be with the Lord peacefully and unexpectedly in her sleep April 24, 2021.

She is survived by her husband, Ken; children, Dustin, Falon (Ty), Robert and Zech; along with many other family members and friends.

To so many, Chrisie was a light in the darkness, a compassionate encourager, a...

Apr 24, 2021

Mrs. Antoinette Ann Kirchstein, 87 of Canton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on April 24th, 2021.

Antoinette was born December 1st, 1933 in Brooklyn, New York, a daughter of the late Vincent and Mary Misuraca.

Antoinette was preceded in death by her husband of 36 years, Robert Kirchstein Sr.; parents; Vincent and...

Apr 21, 2021

Betty J. Stanley, 92, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, April 21, 2021. She was born May 22, 1928 in Colver, Pennsylvania to the late Clarence and Elizabeth (nee Chamberlain) Lucas.

She worked at Goodyear Aerospace and McNeal's as a File Clerk. She was a graduate of West High School and a member of...

Apr 20, 2021

Roberta A. Miller, 65, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, April 20, 2021. She was born March 8, 1956 in Akron to the late William and Jeanne (nee Stuart) Anderson.

Roberta was a graduate of Central Hower High School and retired from Denny's after thirty years as a cook. She enjoyed her slot machines,...