Obituaries

Oct 2, 2024

Kenneth L. Kowell, 73, of Kenmore passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 2, 2024 with his family by his side. He was born December 2, 1960 in Akron, Ohio to the late Howard and Cleo (nee Martell) Kowell.

He enjoyed listening to WNIR every morning and hanging out with his buddies drinking beer.

He was...

Sep 26, 2024

Bertha A. Bryant, 76 of Kenmore went home to be with the Lord, Thursday, September 26, 2024. She was born December 19, 1947 in Barberton, Ohio to the late Theodore and Agnes (nee Rodgers) Flowers.

She enjoyed bowling, playing bingo, reading and going on car rides with David.

She was preceded in death by her...

Sep 21, 2024

Jack Duncan Wilson, 64, of Uniontown went home to be with the Lord, September 21, 2024. He was born January 30, 1960 in Youngstown, Ohio to John and Sally (nee McNiven) Wilson.

Jack was a graduate of Garfield High School Class of 1978 and Kent State University, 1985. While at Kent, Jack worked at the Carousel Dinner...

Sep 21, 2024

David Joseph Nauer, 70, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on Saturday September 21, 2024. He was born on August 8, 1954 to the late Gerald and Marilyn Nauer, in Akron, Ohio.

Dave loved his family and is survived by his devoted wife of 51 years, Becky; and two sons, Eric (Amy) and Michael...

Sep 12, 2024

Karl Delbert Brown Jr. age 75, passed away peacefully at his home on September 12th, 2024. He was born in Akron on May 29th, 1949 to the late Karl Sr. and Helen (Rawliuk) Brown and has been a lifelong resident. Karl was a graduate of Hower High School and an alumni of Kent State University. He also was active...

Sep 6, 2024

Richie Adkins, 65, of Coventry Township, Ohio, passed away peacefully September 6, 2024. Richie was born on January 25, 1959 to Elster and Carol (Coleman) Adkins in Pikeville, Kentucky.

Richie was an avid car enthusiast, he was always repairing or restoring cars for his friends. He loved watching or attending any type of auto racing.

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Sep 3, 2024

Anthony J. Musarra, born on March 31st, 1956, passed away suddenly at his home in Akron, Ohio on September 3rd, 2024.

He was an extremely hard worker throughout his life, from being a mechanic, to driving trucks, he was constantly active working on whatever he could find that needed fixed. Anthony’s main job however, was being an...

Aug 25, 2024

Beloved father and husband, John Kirschner (Age 89), lost his long battle with Parkinson's Disease on August 25, 2024. He leaves behind a legacy of love and laughter with those that knew him best.

John was a Firestone retiree before owning several local businesses, most notably Lakeview Market in the Portage Lakes, Akron, OH from 1996-2013. Kind,...

Aug 10, 2024

Loretta Lee Toomey, 87 passed away August 10,2024. Born March 5, 1937 in Akron, Ohio.

She was a member of the Manchester Woman's Club and the Red Hat Society. She was employed for fifteen years at the Hoover Company. She was also a member of AA and had forty seven years of sobriety.

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Jul 24, 2024

Lena Arteno (Bryant) born January 7, 1976 passed away suddenly July 24, 2027.

She is preceded in death by her mother, Doris Simones. She is survived by her dad's, Edward Simones and Chester Bryant; sisters, Lisa, Tracie and Marika (Jason); her children, Brandon Black (Alyssa) and Molly; her grandkids, Bailey, Braxton, Silas and Tylo; her partner in...

Jul 10, 2024

Joseph E. Bard, 74 of Kenmore went home to be with the Lord, July 10, 2024. He was born in Akron, Ohio December 6, 1949 to the late Charles and Edna (nee Williams) Bard.

He loved volunteering as a poll worker during the election season, going out and trying different foods and working on cars. He especially...

Jun 29, 2024

Carolyn J. Normington, 85, of Portage Lakes went home to be with the Lord, June 29, 2024. She was born in Portage Lakes September 28, 1938, to the late Donald and Evelyn (nee McDermott) Schieb.

She was a devoted wife and mother.  She cared for her husband, William, until the end. She was always there for her...

Jun 23, 2024

Sandra passed away June 23, 2024. She was born February 4, 1955 in Bladenboro, North Carolina to Huston and Betty (nee Thompson) Guyton.

Sandra was a graduate of Coventry High School and retired from AAA maintenance.

She was preceded in death by her father, Huston; brother, Davey and Nephew, Matt. She is survived by her...

Jun 18, 2024

“In the end, it’s not the years in your life that count, but the life in your years.”

With heavy hearts, we announce the unexpected passing of our beloved Jonathan Christopher Hamarik who was taken from us too soon on June 18 at the tender age of 37. He brought immeasurable joy and light into...

Jun 13, 2024

Doris J. Buckbee, 61, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, June 13, 2024. She was born on March 25, 1963 in Barberton, Ohio to the late Olan and Mary (nee Chauncy) Prunty.

Before retiring, Doris spent fifteen plus years as a Deli Clerk at Acme Fresh Market. She loved staying in touch with her...

Jun 9, 2024

William “Bill” J. Sheaffer, 67 of Kenmore went home to be with the Lord, June 9, 2024. He was born in Akron, Ohio on August 23, 1956 to the late Robert Sheaffer Jr. and Juanita (nee Parker).

William was in construction for a living and enjoyed playing foosball and going fishing. He loved his family, his friends...

Jun 6, 2024

Terri L. East, 61 of Cuyahoga Falls went home to be with the Lord peacefully on June 6, 2024. She was born in Warren, Ohio on June 21, 1962 to the late Robert and Ethel (nee Peace) Winland.

Terri enjoyed camping, fishing, gardening and was a fan of “NE Ohio Rocks”. She loved her family and her...

Jun 4, 2024

In loving memory of our father, Gary Allen Rado who passed peacefully on June 4, 2024 at Medina Hospice Center surrounded by family and loved ones.

Gary worked for the University of Akron for over thirty years at the Ballet Center. He made many friends and would take family members to performances and introduce them to the...

May 28, 2024

Elizabeth Ostronisky, 95, of CANAL FULTON went home to be with the Lord, May 28, 2024. She was born on March 1, 1929 in Akron, Ohio to the late Steve and Katalin (nee Demeter) Dudas.

Elizabeth retired after sixteen and a half years’ service at Akron Porcelain. She attended Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and Queen of Heaven....

May 17, 2024

Judith A. Schneider, 75, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, May 17, 2024. She was born on October 23, 1948 in Akron, Ohio to the late Robert and Frances (nee Church) Schneider.

Judith retired from First Merit Bank after many years of service.

She is survived by her sister, Carole Schneider (David...