Obituaries

Carlene R. Clark

Carlene R. Clark

Jan 17, 2023

Carlene R. Clark passed from this life on January 17, 2023 at the age of 98. She was born in Ross County, Ohio on June 9, 1924 to Nolan and Mae (Roll) Ross. Carlene grew up on the family farm, graduated from Centralia High School and Ohio University where she earned a degree in Education.

It was at Ohio...

Leslie Kunkel

Leslie Kunkel

Jan 11, 2023

Leslie Kunkel, age 45 of Akron, died at home surrounded by loved ones on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 following a courageous battle against heart failure. Leslie was born on January 12, 1977 in Alliance, OH. She graduated from Minerva High School in 1995 and earned a Dental Assistant degree from Akron Dental Institute. She married Darin Kunkel on June 22,...

Barbara S. Bailes

Barbara S. Bailes

Jan 7, 2023

Barbara S. Bailes, 85, lost her battle with cancer with family by her side on January 7, 2023. She was a loving person with a big heart and would do anything for anyone. Her family meant the world to her and she loved them so much.

Barb was preceded in death by her parents, William and Lois Caldwell; husband, William...

William H. Leach Jr.

William H. Leach Jr.

Jan 6, 2023

William H. Leach Jr., 74, passed away on January 6, 2023.

Born in Ravenna, he lived in Hartville for most of his life. He graduated from Lake High School in 1967 and retired from Leach Trucking after 50+ years. He enjoyed traveling and being with friends.

Bill was preceded in death by his father, William Leach Sr.; mother, Sara Leach;...

Annabell Poe

Annabell Poe

Jan 5, 2023

Annabell Poe, age 81, died unexpectedly on January 5, 2023. Her family is deeply saddened by her sudden death. 

Annabell was born in Richwood, WV on September 30, 1941. She lived her entire adult life in the Akron-Uniontown area and retired in May 2014 from T.R. Price (otherwise known as Meggitt Aircraft Braking Systems). 

Annabell treated everyone as a family...

Sharon L. Willingham

Sharon L. Willingham

Dec 29, 2022

Sharon L. Willingham, age 79, went home to be with the Lord on December 29, 2022.

Born in Akron, she was a resident of Brimfield. She graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School and was a homemaker for 60 years. She enjoyed sewing, painting, crafts, and baking. But most of all, she loved being a great mom and granny.

Sharon was...

Carolyn Sue Reed (Hardesty)

Carolyn Sue Reed (Hardesty)

Dec 26, 2022

Carolyn Sue (Hardesty) Reed, 85, was called home on December 26, 2022 to join the love of her life, Virgil William Reed. Carolyn went peacefully.

She was born on August 19, 1937 to proud parents Kenneth and Virginia (Board) Hardesty at St. Thomas Hospital, Akron, Ohio.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 35 years, Virgil; her...

Kathryn Joan Dobbins

Kathryn Joan Dobbins

Dec 23, 2022

Kathy, age 83, passed away on December 23, 2022.

She grew up in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio a graduate of St. Vincent St. Mary High School. She, along with her husband Gaile, raised their family in Uniontown, Ohio where she resided until a year ago. Kathy spent her last year in the care of her son, John, in Richmond Hill, GA.

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Lindsey T. Hayes

Lindsey T. Hayes

Dec 18, 2022

Lindsey T. Hayes was called into the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Dec. 18, 2022.

He was born to Tives and Laura Hayes in New Boston, Ohio on Oct. 11, 1929.  He was immersed into the Christian community that would be his lifelong support from an early age. 

He graduated from Ohio Northwest Bible College...

Gloria J. Rodenbucher

Gloria J. Rodenbucher

Dec 15, 2022

      Gloria Jean Rodenbucher of Randolph, Ohio passed away peacefully on December 15, 2022.  She was born in Akron, Ohio on January 24, 1941 to William and Anna (Bailey) Kelley.  She graduated from Ellet High School in 1959.  She married the love of her life, Edward Rodenbucher, Sr. on June 2, 1962 and later was the proud Mother...

Mildred L. Rexrode (McLane)

Mildred L. Rexrode (McLane)

Dec 15, 2022

Mildred Rexrode, 87, passed away December 15, 2022. She was born March 9, 1935 in North Hill and lived there most of her life. Mildred loved rooting for the Browns, collecting for various causes, and lending a helping hand whenever needed.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Gerges and Maude McLane; husband, Vernon; five brothers and five sisters....

Bruce A. McBrian

Bruce A. McBrian

Dec 13, 2022

Bruce A. McBrian, age 70, went home to be with the Lord on December 13, 2022.

Born in Evansville, IN he lived in Stow before moving to Green, Ohio. Bruce graduated from Cleveland State University and retired from Fairmont Minerals as a CPA after 35 years. He was a member of The Chapel in Green and enjoyed watching Indians Baseball,...

David W. Judkins

David W. Judkins

Dec 12, 2022

David W. Judkins, age 73, passed away December 12, 2022.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Hobart and Wanda, and brother, Tom. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Catherine; sons, Daniel Judkins and John Judkins (Lisa); daughter, Hannah Judkins (Phillip Critchfield); grandchildren, James and Noah Judkins; brother, Mike (Carol); and sisters, Liz (Ric) and Becky.

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Dorothy Dawn (Kasten) Krager

Dorothy Dawn (Kasten) Krager

Dec 12, 2022

Dorothy Dawn (Kasten) Krager, 94, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 12, 2022.  She was born on November 11, 1928 in Akron, OH.  She graduated from East High School and from L.I.F.E. Bible College as valedictorian in Los Angeles, CA.  In her early years, she lived in Minnesota and worked as a secretary for Jeno Paulucci, founder of Chun King....

Judy Ann Keister

Judy Ann Keister

Dec 11, 2022

On December 11, 2022, after a sudden but blessedly brief illness, Judy - 81, aka “Granny”, went to be with her Lord and Savior.  She was surrounded by her loving family.

Judy was born November 7, 1941 in Pennsboro, W VA and moved to Ohio in her early childhood.  She lived in and around the Akron, OH area her entire...

Roger D. Hicks Sr.

Roger D. Hicks Sr.

Dec 11, 2022

Roger Dewayne Hicks, Sr., age 81, went home to be with the Lord on December 11, 2022.

Born in WV, he lived most of his life in Green, Ohio, with his wife of 63 years, DeLoryes. Roger enjoyed his family, dogs, gardening, antique cars and restoration, cycling, kayaking, and fishing.

Roger is preceded in death by his wife, DeLoryes; son...

Marcene D. Scyoc

Marcene D. Scyoc

Dec 4, 2022

Back in God's hands and the arms of her love

Marcene (Riddle) Scyoc, age 90, grew her wings on December 4th, 2022.

Born in Akron, she was a Tallmadge resident for 76 years. Marcene graduated from Tallmadge High School in 1950. Working along side her husband she was his bookkeeper for A-1 Plumbing and Heating for 27 years as...

Richard N. Abrams

Richard N. Abrams

Dec 4, 2022

Richard Neal Abrams (age 83) was called home to be with our Lord on Sunday, December 4th, 2022 with family by his side. Richard was born in 1938 in Louisville Landing, NY to Edwin Caldwell Abrams and Hattie Alice (Finnie) Abrams. Dick was in the grocery industry for 49 years, eventually owning his own store (Ellet IGA) for 11 years....

Russell D. Wymer

Russell D. Wymer

Nov 29, 2022

Russell Dean Wymer, age 94, went home to be with the Lord on November 29, 2022. Russ was born July 3, 1928 in New Baltimore, Ohio, where he lived growing up, often helping his dad on his muck farm.

He met the love of his life Bonnie Ruble and they were married March 31, 1951. They enjoyed 42 years of...

Nancy Lee Billings

Nancy Lee Billings

Nov 23, 2022

Nancy Lee Billings, age 83, passed away on November 23, 2022.

Born in Somerset, PA she was a Hartville resident for 44 years. She graduated from Somerset High School and was a nurse for over 30 years. Nancy loved to crochet, put puzzles together, and spend time with her family. She especially loved making memories with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

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