Obituaries

Jan 31, 2021

James A. Jolly, Jr. age 84 passed away on January 31, 2021. James was born on December 9, 1936 in Akron, Ohio. He retired from the Army in August of 1984.

He was the only military person to go on over six hundred spy missions behind the Iron Curtain. James was appointed by Major General Kingston to...

Jan 25, 2021

Mary Louise Salzwimmer (Cleckner) Went home to be with her husband Joseph Salzwimmer on January 25, 2021 shortly after celebrating her 100 th birthday in December.

Aunt Mary a/k/a Aunt “Mim” loved to have fun and laugh. She was our favorite aunt. Before leaving Akron, OH she was employed by The University of Akron. Aunt...

Jan 21, 2021

Betty Beryl Bliss Badgley passed away peacefully in her home on January 21, 2021 at the age of 94.  Known to many as Aunt Betty, she was a lifelong resident of Kenmore, and was proud of her roots and her community. She was a wealth of historical information about the area, and could always be relied upon for stories...

Jan 11, 2021

Ray Bradshaw, 87, of Akron went home to join his beloved wife and son in heaven on January 11, 2021 from COVID-19. Born September 30, 1933, he was preceded in death by his dear wife of 56 years, Ethel and dearly missed youngest son, Bob.

He is survived by his children, Alan (Aimee) and Julie; grandchildren, Ben...

Jan 5, 2021

James "JD" D. House Sr, 64, of Akron passed away unexpectedly on January 5, 2021. He was born January 9, 1956 to the late Ray and Billie (nee Norris) House in Akron. He was a laborer for many years at B.F. Goodrich. Preceded in death by his parents; he leaves behind his children, James House Jr. and Melissa House; grandchildren,...

Jan 3, 2021

Richard Johnson,73, along with beloved dog Max, passed away unexpectedly on January 3, 2021. Born on April 1, 1947, he grew up in the Coventry area and after graduating from Coventry High School in 1966, he joined the military. First, in the United States Navy where he served in Vietnam. After four years of service, he then joined the...

Jan 3, 2021

Judith Ann Fuller beloved wife, mother and grandmother passed away on Epiphany Sunday January 3, 2021 with her family by her side. Before her stroke ten years ago she was a very active member of St. Andrews Episcopal church where she sang in the choir. She was a very avid reader ( with five or six books going at the...

Dec 31, 2020

Claudia C. Carr, 62, passed away peacefully in the early morning of December 31st, 2020. Claudia was born June 4th, 1958 to the late John & Sarah Stefanov in Akron, Ohio.

She is preceded in death by her ex-husband, Michael and sister, Maia Briggs. Her legacy is survived by her two sons, Michael and Matthew Carr; grandchildren,...

Dec 29, 2020

Heaven gained a beautiful soul on December 29, 2020 when Darlene J. (Baker) Smith, 57, of Akron passed away unexpectedly and joined her two sons and granddaughter in their forever home. Darlene was a unique person with a quick wit and a hilarious sense of humor. She loved talking to people and was always willing to lend a hand. She...

Dec 26, 2020

Christopher D. Korsten, 67, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, December 26, 2020. He was born July 4, 1953 in Wayne, Michigan to the late John and Marjorie (nee Wernig) Korsten. Private services will be held and burial will take place at Lakewood cemetery.

Dec 26, 2020

John P. "Jack" Haines passed away suddenly on Saturday, December 26, 2020. He was born May 21, 1959 to the late Alfred and Gladys Haines in Sharon, PA.

Miss me, but let me go. When I come to the end of the road has set for me I wont know rites in a gloom filled room, why...

Dec 19, 2020

William 'Bill" Irish Murphy, 63, of Akron went to be with our Lord the night of Saturday, December 19, 2020. William was a veteran of the United States Marine's, a lifelong union electrician and an amazing father and brother.

He would give the shirt off his back to anyone in need. Billy will be dearly missed by...

Dec 15, 2020

Esther Jane Sine went home to be with the Lord December 15, 2020. She was born on October 9, 1924 in Akron to the late Albert and Blanche (nee Taylor) Stover.

She was an active member for over fifty years at Firestone Park United Methodist Church where she was active in the Altar Guide, Trustee and a...

Dec 7, 2020

James K. O'Connor, 81, of Canton passed away suddenly on December 7, 2020. He was born July 22, 1939 to the late James and Mary (Vath) O'Connor.

He was a member of Mt. Akra Lodge #680 F &A.M., A.A.S.R Valley of Canton, York Right/ Knights Templar, Tadmor Shrine Director Staff and Akron Court #80 ROJ where he...

Dec 6, 2020

John Lee Keener, 82, of Akron, died peacefully, Sunday, December 6, 2020 at Cleveland Clinic-Akron General hospital. He was born July 10th, 1938, in Parcoal, West Virginia to the late Delbert and Ruby (Skidmore) Keener and lived most of his life in the Barberton and Akron area.

He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army.  After...

Nov 26, 2020

Irene W. Boggs, 96, of Akron joined her beloved husband, Guy and son, Cliff in Heaven on November 26, 2020. She was born on January 20, 1924 to the late John and Janet (nee Hall) Marshall in Kenmore, Ohio and was a life-long resident.

She was a graduate of Kenmore High School and spent...