Obituaries

Jimmie N West

Mar 9, 2023

Jimmie N. West, 71, of Akron passed away peacefully on March 9, 2023. He was born on August 28, 1951 in Barberton, Ohio to the late James and Laura (nee Long) West.

He is survived by his wife, Vickie West; daughters, Crystal West, Laura (Luke) Andrico and Leah (David) Williams; son, Chris (Stephie) West, James (MaryJo) West;...

Marilou Graves

Mar 7, 2023

Marilou Graves, 92, went home to Jesus and to be with her husband, Jack on March 7th, 2023 at Chapel Hill Community Nursing Home.

She was born on Wednesday May 7th, 1930 at Barberton Citizens Hospital to the late George and Elva Hood. Preceded in death by her husband, Jack; her parents, and great grandson,...

Lorene A (White) Brown

Mar 5, 2023

Lorene Ann Brown (nee White), loving child of Jesus, born to her earthly home on the 31st of March, 1951, entered her heavenly home on the 5th of March, 2023.

Since the day Jesus entered her heart, the world was always peachy keen with daisies growing everywhere. She shared her Savior and His love with her husband-to-be....

Sandra L Jolly

Feb 20, 2023

Sandra L. Jolly, 82, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, February 20, 2023. She was born August 8, 1940 in Akron, Ohio to the late James and Rosamond (nee Christman) Jolly. She retired from Reflections after many years of service as an Xray Tech. She was a graduate of Kenmore High School and the St. Thomas school...

Beverly Y Jarman

Feb 9, 2023

After a long and brave battle, Beverly Jarman ended her battle on February 9, 2023. Born on November 23, 1959, in Yuba City, California to Shirley (Grunow) and Eugene Jarman Sr. Bev was raised in Ogden, Utah where she graduated from Ben Lomond High School in 1978.

In her 20's Bev moved to Barberton, Ohio where she raised...

Terry A Henry

Jan 26, 2023

Terry A. Henry, 73 passed away suddenly on January 26, 2023 at Saint Elizabeth’s Hospital in Youngstown, Ohio surrounded by loved ones. Born on May 17,1949 in a Kentucky farmhouse. Terry was the son of Louella and George Henry. Terry served 25 years as an Akron City Police Officer and was proud to serve his community. His fellow officers still...

Barbara A Lowe

Jan 24, 2023

Barbara Ann (Bierstedt) Lowe, age 86, passed away peacefully at home on January 24, 2023. She was born March 8, 1936, in Keystone, Oklahoma to Walter & Okla Beirstedt. She moved to Sand Springs where she attended school and graduated in 1954. Ohio became her home in 1955 when she moved to Cleveland and then to Akron. She called...

Cody L Styer

Jan 13, 2023

Cody L Styer, 37, of BARBERTON passed away unexpectedly on January 13, 2023. He was born on January 29, 1985 in Ravenna, Ohio.

Cody grew up in Brimfield and was a graduate of Field High School. He absolutely loved his family, especially all the little ones. He loved being a husband, son, brother, daddy and uncle Cody...

Rita A Williams

Jan 11, 2023

Rita A. Williams, 77 of Akron passed away surrounded by her family on January 11, 2023.

She was a devoted wife and mother and an avid reader. She had a love of plants, flowers and gardening.

She was preceded in death by father, Robert and mother, Catherine Petroski; siblings, Paul, Steve and Susan. She is...

Judith Williamson

Jan 10, 2023

On January 10,2023, Judy Williamson, 79, passed away peacefully at home with her beloved husband, children, siblings, and loyal pups Ruby and Maggie by her side. She told them all “I’ll see you in Heaven”.  Judy loved her family and friends and was proud of her grandchildren. She loved family gatherings and her cousins’ countless shenanigans!

Judy...

Chester E Collmar

Jan 5, 2023

Chester E "Fritz" Collmar was born to Chester and Beulah (nee Linton) Collmar on April 26, 1952. He passed away peacefully at his home on January 5, 2023 surrounded by his loving family.

In his younger days he was a wild one with a great sense of humor and a love of life. After high school he...

James G Bennett

Dec 28, 2022

James "Jimmy" Gordon Bennett passed away at home on December 14, 2022 of a heart attack. He was born April 23, 1948 in New Castle, Indiana to the late James and Margaret (nee Giordano) Bennett.

We will remember the great times we had together, but most of all the smile you wore so beautifully. He enjoyed not...

Jay H Fuller

Dec 24, 2022

Jay H. Fuller, 89, of Cuyahoga Falls went home to be with the Lord on December 24, 2022. He was born in Bradford, PA on June 21, 1933 to the late Howard and Katherine (nee Hoy) Fuller.

Jay was a veteran of the United States Army. He graduated from Albian College with a bachelor's degree...

Gerald M Devers

Dec 22, 2022

Gerald M. Devers 69, of Cuyahoga Falls passed away unexpectedly on December 22, 2022. He was born July 20, 1953 in Akron to the late Herber and Naomi (nee Devine) Devers.

Jerry had a heart of gold and would help anyone that needed help.

He didn't deserve to be hit by a car and left...

Larry Hensley

Dec 21, 2022

Larry Hensley (Castro) 70 passed away unexpectedly 12/21/22.

Proceeded in death by Dad, Sherdain Hensley; Mom, Edith Hensley

and wife, Opal Hensley.  He is survived by daughter, Erin Hensley;

best friends Ron and Barb Campbell and countless other friends that he considered family.

We will miss you...

Jessica Lynne Sell

Dec 9, 2022

Jessica Lynne Sell, 42, of Akron passed away at home on Thursday, December 9, 2022 following a courageous battle with cervical cancer. She was born March 7, 1980 in Ashland, Kentucky.

Jessica's love for her husband and children was unconditional. Her smile and laugh were contagious. She will live on in the hearts of all her family...

Gerald Dale Stiffler

Dec 8, 2022

Gerald Dale Stiffler passed away peacefully with his family by his side on December 8, 2022 at the age of 90. Gerald was born in Akron, Ohio and lived in Kenmore his whole life.

He graduated from Hower Trade School and retired from Cardinal Rubber. He met his wife, Catherine at St. Mary's Church and they got...

Raymond White Jr.

Dec 5, 2022

On Monday, December 5, 2022, Raymond White Jr. was called home to be with the Lord.

Raymond was born September 15, 1947, to the late Raymond White Sr. and the late Johnnie O’Neal Rodgers-Smiley in Lima, Alabama.  He relocated to Cleveland, Ohio, at age five and credited his strong work ethics and dedication to family to his...

Richard S Rardin

Nov 17, 2022

Richard S. Rardin passed away suddenly on November 17, 2022. He is now at peace within the arms of the lord. Richard was born August 19, 1964 in Akron, Ohio and lived his entire life in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio where he also graduated from high school in 1983.

Richard was a professional tree climber and worked for...

Loretta A (Moody) Linke

Nov 12, 2022

Loretta Ann Linke, 51, passed away November 12, 2022 from complications of Lung Cancer. She was a beloved wife, mama, grandma, sister, aunt and friend to everyone in need.

Loretta was born December 18, 1970 in Akron, Ohio to the late James Moody II and Juanita (nee Huth) Moody. She spent many years of her life traveling...