Obituaries

Nov 1, 2022

Nancy R. Long, 81, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, November 1, 2022. She was born on September 10, 1941 in Fairmont, WV to the late Henry Helm and Violet Huber.

She was a long-time resident of Akron and a graduate of Kenmore High School class of 1960. There, she met her High School...

Oct 25, 2022

Thomas J. Litton, 43, of Tallmadge passed away suddenly October 25, 2022. He was born in Akron, Ohio on October 3, 1979.

He loved his kids, fishing, dogs, motorcycles and being around people. He was always willing to help anyone he could.

He is survived by his mother, Kim Wilson; grandma Wilson; siblings, Michael, Jessica...

Oct 25, 2022

Geneva M Amtsberg, 94, passed away from kidney failure on October 25, 2022.

Geneva was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, where she graduated from Collinwood High School and attended Fenn College. In her late fifties, she returned to school and became a proud Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Hiram College. After raising her children,...

Oct 19, 2022

Kevin Bricker died suddenly Thursday October 20, 2022. Born June 14, 1956 to Terence and Dorothy Bricker of Akron, Ohio. He was a lifelong resident of Kenmore and graduated from Kenmore High School in 1974.

Kevin retired from Akron Public Schools where he spent much of his career as the day shift custodian at Litchfield...

Sep 21, 2022

Stefina E "Dolly" Stoll, 97, of Akron passed away peacefully Wednesday, September 21, 2022 at Bath Creek Estates Nursing Home. Dolly was born December 25, 1924 in Akron to the late Caspar and Rose (Nee Konrad) Herzog.

Dolly was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Edward J. Stoll; sons, David, Donald and Edward II ; sister,...

Sep 20, 2022

Richard M. Miller, 76 of Akron went home to be with the Lord, September 20, 2022. He was born October 12,1945 in Akron, Ohio to the late Lloyd and Caroline (nee Salzwimmer) Miller.

He was a veteran of the United States Army where he served in the 11th Calvary Unit during Vietnam. He was a graduate of...

Sep 10, 2022

Emma (Pansy) Hodgman (nee Echard), age 87, joined the angels in heaven on September 10, 2022. Emma was a lifelong resident of Barberton/Akron who devoted her life to loving and caring for her family. She loved baking, cooking, sewing, arts and crafts, playing bingo and spending time with her family and friends. Her love of Mickey Mouse, Elvis and Christmas ...

Sep 9, 2022

Michael W. Burkhart, 54, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, September 9, 2022. He was born April 6, 1968 in Akron, Ohio to the late George and Ann (nee Gilbride) Burkart.

Mike was a graduate of Kenmore High School and a devoted catholic. He worked at Goodwill Industries and was an active member of...

Sep 6, 2022

Karen G. Kimberlin, 66, of NORTON went home to be with the Lord, September 6, 2022. She was born April 25,1956 in Waltham, Mass to the late James and Lillian (nee Lester) Lennon.

Karen was a graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School and St. Thomas School of Nursing. She was a very passionate nurse. She...

Sep 5, 2022

Betty J. Garner, 98, of Akron went home to be the Lord, September 5, 2022. She was born October 13, 1923 in Zanesville, Ohio to the late Dillis and Florence (nee Rossert) Lincicome.

She was self-employed as a beautician and worked for Sun Rubber for several years. She was a graduate of Kenmore High School...

Sep 1, 2022

Merle W. Breedlove passed away unexpectedly September 1, 2022. He was born July 17, 1972 in Barberton, Ohio to Michael and Nellie (Nee Baker) Breedlove.

He was preceded in death by his father, Michael W Breedlove. He is Survived by his mother, Nellie A Breedlove; his children, Chantel T. Breedlove, Justin W, Breedlove, Joshua A. Kramer; sisters,...

Aug 21, 2022

Tracy L. Sims, 48, of Akron gained her wings and walked through the golden gates of heaven on August 21, 2022.

Tracy was the true definition of a hard-working American woman. She was a kind, loving, and soulful person who was friends to many. She loved dolphins with a passion and in her free time, she spent...

Aug 21, 2022

Barbara (Pucak) Best, 85, of Howland, Ohio went home to be with the Lord, August 21, 2022. She was the daughter of George and Mary (Turk) Pucak. Preceded in death by her parents; seven brothers; seven sisters and granddaughter, Patricia Best. She is survived by her beloved husband of sixty five years, David; sons, Timothy (Bonnie), Mark (Brenda) and Kevin...

Aug 18, 2022

Della Filsinger, 96, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, August 18, 2022. She was born in Dante, Virginia on June 29, 1926 to the late Gabor and Maria (nee Piskar) Farkas.

Della retired from JC Penny's as a salesclerk after twenty-five years of service. She was a very independent person and loved ...

Aug 14, 2022

Patrick J. McDonald, 77, of Akron passed away on August 14, 2022. He was born to parents, Francis and Gertrude on December 18, 1944 in Akron, Ohio. He was one of eleven children.

He graduated from Archbishop Hoban High School in 1963. As he was fond of saying, before they let the girls in. He was class...

Aug 11, 2022

Matthew Jonathon Bennett was born June 25, 1981 and lived most of his life in the Firestone Park neighborhood of Akron. Matt aka “Pzoe” was loyal to those he loved and never backed down from protecting the people he cared about.

He was survived by his brother’s and sister’s; Bob Bennett (Kandle), Dave Bennett (Gena), Joe Bennett...

Aug 5, 2022

Joseph G. Pangburn, 85, of BARBERTON went home to be with the Lord August 5, 2022. He was born March 13, 1937 in Akron, Ohio to the late Gregory and Adeline (nee Cassidy) Pangburn. He was a graduate of St. Mary’s High School class of 1955, a member of IBEW and Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Joe was a life-long electrician...

Jul 31, 2022

Thomas W. Hyatt, 52, of Lakemore went home to be with the Lord, July 31, 2022. He was born October 4, 1969 in Lakewood, California to the late Keith and Cynthia (nee Eckenrode) Hyatt.

He was a self employed sub-contractor. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and brother who will be deeply missed.

Preceded...

Jul 25, 2022

William “Bill” Maltarich Sr left this world peacefully on July 25, 2022 at the age of 95.  He was born in 1926 in Akron and lived his entire life in the city he loved. He graduated from Kenmore High School where he met and married Doris Kruft, the love of his life. Doris died in February 2022 after more than...

Jul 24, 2022

Garry T. Morgan, 67, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, July 24, 2022. He was born July 30, 1954 in Akron, Ohio to the late Thomas and JoAnn (nee Krummel) Morgan.

Gary retired from Barberton Hospital after many years in the maintenance department. He loved bowling, going to the zoo, watching football and baseball....