Obituaries
Judith A. Mellinger
Jan 5, 2022
Judy A. Mellinger (Smith) passed away unexpectedly on January 5, 2022. She was preceded in death by her parents, Helen and Tim Smith, sons Glenn Jr. and Mark, and her siblings Clarita, Tom, and Hazel. Judy is survived by her husband of 60 years, Glenn, and sons Gregg (Gail), Scott, and Mike (Jody). She is also survived by grandchildren, Bethany,...
Kevin Bryce Fisher
Jan 5, 2022
Kevin B. Fisher, age 41, passed away January 5, 2022. Kevin was proud to be an Army veteran, serving his tour in Iraq Desert Storm. He was extremely intelligent, with his love of learning keeping him at the library for hours. Kevin is survived by his children, Bryce and Grace Fisher, and their mother, Bethany Durant; his parents, Tim and Terry Fisher;...
George B. Reed
Jan 3, 2022
George Brenton Reed went home to be with the Lord on January 3rd, 2022 at the age of 68. He was born in Akron and called Akron home for most of his life, but he lived a life full of adventure. He graduated from Springfield High School and went on to serve his country in the US Navy. It was while...
David A. Wade
Jan 1, 2022
David Allan Wade passed away after a short battle with a brain injury. He is preceded in death by his parents, Allan and Joyce Wade (Willis). David accomplished so much in his life and touched so many hearts that his memory will live on for many years to come. He was the Videographer/ Archivist for Michael Stanley for the last...
Charlotte A. Hennessey
Dec 31, 2021
Charlotte Hennessey, age 96, passed away peacefully in her home on December 31, 2021 surrounded and attended to by family. Charlotte was born in Akron, Ohio and grew up in the St. Leger and Goodyear Heights areas. She was a graduate of East High School and was a faithful employee of Goodyear for over 41 years. Charlotte was an avid...
Denny C. Crouso
Dec 31, 2021
Denny Crouso, age 74, passed away on December 31, 2021. Denny was born on February 8, 1947 to Densel and Beulah (Bittner) Crouso. Denny was a lifetime resident of Ellet and retired from working for the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. He was stationed for most of his tenure with ODNR at Portage Lakes State Park. In 1987, Denny was...
Roland "Ronnie" D. Swank
Dec 30, 2021
Roland Dale (Ron/Ronnie) Swank, 92, God’s faithful and devoted servant, passed from this earth on December 30, 2021. A life-long resident of Akron, he was preceded in death by his father and mother, George Washington and Margaret Madeline Swank as well as his beloved brother and WWII army veteran and D-Day survivor, Merlin D. Swank. Born on July 7, 1929,...
Donald "Don" E. Johnson
Dec 29, 2021
Donald E. Johnson, age 88, passed away on December 29, 2021. Born in Richwood, W.Va. on September 15, 1933 to Jennings and Thelma Johnson; he lived a majority of his life in Mogadore, Ohio. Don entered the Navy and served from 1950 to 1958 and was a Korean War Veteran. He worked at Lawson Milk Company and retired from Dairy...
Sally P. Smyers
Dec 29, 2021
Sally P. Smyers, age 90, passed away December 29, 2021. Born January 17, 1931, in Lakemore, she was a resident of the area her entire life. She retired from Acme where she worked as a cashier. Sally was a member of Lakemore United Methodist Church, Eastern Star, and Daughters of Mokanna. She loved spending time with grandchildren and great-grandchildren, as...
Sue Ann Duffield
Dec 29, 2021
Sue Ann Duffield was born November 16, 1944 and was received by the Lord on December 29, 2021 after a short illness at Akron General Hospital. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Robert; son, Randy; parents, Harold and Nellie Alice Rankin; brother, Harold (Sonny) Rankin; sisters, Blanche Phillippi, Roberta Rankin, and infants Ilene Thelma and Vera May...
William "Bill" Henry Brautigam
Dec 28, 2021
William Brautigam, 59 of Atwater passed away peacefully Tuesday December 28, 2021 from a long battle with ALS. Bill was born in Akron, Ohio and grew up in Ellet. He graduated from Stark State with an Associate Degree in Applied Science in the automotive field. He was employed at Great Lakes Honda in Akron for the last 10 years. Bill...
Patricia M. Peters
Dec 28, 2021
Patricia Mary Barth Peters passed away peacefully at home on December 28, 2021. She was 73 years old. Patricia was born April 23, 1948 in Utica, New York to John and Mary Barth. She grew up and went to college in New York until she moved to Ohio in the 1970’s to further her education at Kent State University. Shortly...
Henry "Hank" G. Carter
Dec 27, 2021
Henry (Hank/Butch) G. Carter, age 79, of Akron, Ohio, went home to our Lord and Savior on December 27th, 2021. He is now reunited with his loving wife Lois. Hank was a smart and hardworking family man with a generous heart. He was an avid Cleveland sports fan and quite the outdoorsman. Hank’s humor and smile will forever be remembered...
Susan E. Phelps
Dec 26, 2021
Susan E. Phelps, age 55, passed away December 26, 2021. Born in Highpoint, North Carolina, she lived in Portage Lakes and Barberton. She graduated from Coventry High JVS. Susan worked as a cosmetologist at Best Cuts and was a member of Cornerstone Church. She enjoyed her cats and dog, Dixie, as well as spending time with her family and friends....
Thomas Harry "Pete" Keith
Dec 25, 2021
Thomas Harry “Pete” Keith, age 80, went home to be with the Lord on Christmas morning, December 25, 2021. Born in Pennsylvania December 4, 1941, he lived in the Akron area for most of his life. Harry retired from GBS Labeling Systems after 25 years of service. He loved country music, working on cars in his garage, and helping people...
Joseph "Joe" Wallis
Dec 25, 2021
Joseph “Joe” Wallis, 97, of Kent, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2021, at Vista Veranda Assisted Living in Ravenna, Ohio. He was preceded in death by Tera Oletia Wallis, his wife of 69 years who passed away in 2013. The family would like to thank the staff of Vista Veranda and Brookdale Hospice of Cleveland for their wonderful care...
Leeann Marie Kellar
Dec 24, 2021
Leeann “Bubbles” M. Kellar, age 45, flew to Heaven December 24, 2021.
Born January 1, 1976 in Barberton, she was the 2nd bicentennial baby. She graduated from Coventry High School, received her Associate’s degree from Stark State and went on to earn her Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in 2021. Leeann worked in the healthcare field for 17 years, her...
Dorothy Marie Gibson
Dec 22, 2021
Dorothy Marie Gibson, born on December 1, 1930 in Copley, Ohio, went home to be with her Lord and Savior and her loving husband of 70 years, Robert D. Gibson, on December 22, 2021. Dorothy retired from First Merit with 22 years of service. Her favorite thing was spending time with her family and attending all of her grandchildren's activities....
Janet Marie Greer (Codian)
Dec 21, 2021
Janet Marie Greer (Codian), age 70, passed away on December 21, 2021. Jan was born in Akron, Ohio and was a lifelong area resident. She was a proud graduate of Garfield High School, Class of 1970. She loved to root on the Rams, especially at the old turkey day games and recently attended her 50th class reunion. After graduation, Jan...
Bonnie J. Goss
Dec 20, 2021
Bonnie J. Goss, age 75, passed away December 20, 2021. Born in Palmer, Alaska, she resided in Brimfield, Ohio. She was a homemaker, devoting her time to caring for her family. She loved to read and play video games. Bonnie is survived by her husband of 54 years, James Goss; daughters, Dawn Goss (Joel) and Karen Steiner; and grandchildren, Kevin...
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