Obituaries
Janice"Jill" R. Smith (nee Feathers)
Nov 24, 2021
Janice "Jill" R. Smith, age 78, passed away November 24, 2021. Born in Akron, she graduated from St. Petersburg High School in Florida. She later moved back to Ohio and established her life in Uniontown, retiring in Barberton. Jill retired from Source One Mortgage as a mortgage banker, while also having success as a realtor and business woman. She was...
Esther DeGroff
Nov 23, 2021
Esther DeGroff, age 85, passed away on November 23, 2021. Born as the 16th of 17 children in Akron, Ohio to the late Jozsef Kiraly (1894-1964) and Eszter Ambrus (1896-1972), she lived in Lake Helen, Florida. Esther was a homemaker, dedicating her life to raising her family. She enjoyed crocheting, bowling, and spending her time with her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and...
Geraldine Heitzenrater
Nov 22, 2021
Geraldine Heitzenrater, age 84, died peacefully at her daughter’s home on November 22, 2021. She was born in Akron on March 10, 1937 to Peter and Mary King. Geraldine worked as both a secretary and graphic artist for various companies throughout her life; General Tire, St. Matthew’s School, Akron Board of Education, St. Thomas Printing Department, Ellet Graphics, and County...
David W. DeHaven
Nov 22, 2021
David W. DeHaven passed away peacefully at the age of 80, just as he lived his life, by refusing to go down without a fight. He was the perfect example of the American dream. Raised in an orphanage and then foster care, Dave worked his way through college, met the love of his life, and joined the military. He later...
Harley Leroy Snyder
Nov 19, 2021
Harley Leroy Snyder, age 79, of Lakeland, Fla. passed away in Akron, Ohio on Friday, November 19, 2021. Harley was born in Canton, Ohio on May 4, 1942 to his late parents, Paul R. and Sarah Ann Miller Snyder. He is survived by his wife, Mary Cressman; two sisters, Martha (Eric) Smith of Winesburg, Ohio and Betty (Wes) Mast of...
Parker Charles Somerville
Nov 19, 2021
Parker was born on Thursday, November 4, 2021 and passed away in the loving arms of his parents on Friday, November 19, 2021. During the short 15 days of Parker’s life, he was loved and cherished by his parents, McKenzie Jacobs and Dennis “Charlie” Somerville; and big sister, Peyton. Parker was a brief and much loved gift to his maternal...
Jacqueline R. Alloway
Nov 17, 2021
Jackie Alloway, age 89, passed away November 17, 2021. Born in Akron on January 12, 1932, she was an area resident all of her life. She graduated from Garfield High School in 1950. Jackie’s joy was her family. She loved spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Jackie was preceded in death by her husband, Dale; parents, Harlan and...
Gary S. Shyjka
Nov 13, 2021
On November 13, 2021, the Lord called Gary Shyjka home at the age of 72. His greatest joy was his family, riding his Harley, and making memories. Gary was a member of the Teamsters Local Union 24 for 30 years as a long distance truck driver. He took great pride in his many accomplishments and numerous driving awards. He was...
Phyllis (Shanholtzer) Daugherty
Nov 13, 2021
Phyllis (Shanholtzer) Daugherty, passed away on November 13, 2021. Phyllis was born on October 3, 1929 in Douglas County, Illinois. Once she relocated to Ohio she became a member of Greentown Methodist. Her joys in life were gardening, farming, crafts, and cooking. Phyllis was always doing something and always avoided being idle. She is preceded in death by husbands, Kenneth...
Richard A. Tolson
Nov 12, 2021
Richard Alan Tolson, (63) of North Canton, Ohio passed away suddenly on November 12, 2021. He was born on June 22, 1958 to Jay and Beverly Tolson but was raised primarily by his mother and stepfather, Donald Tolson; all of whom preceded him in death. He was an outgoing, charismatic man who could make friends with anyone and he loved...
Kimberly (Kim) Marks
Nov 12, 2021
Kim Marks, age 59, went home to be with the Lord on November 12, 2021. Kim was born in Southampton, Pa. and lived in Green, Ohio. She graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing and retired as a registered nurse after a career that included Akron City Hospital and other various home health care agencies. Kim’s hobbies included raising...
Gerald "Jerry" Wayne McBroom
Nov 11, 2021
Gerald “Jerry” W. McBroom, age 87, went home to be with the Lord November 11, 2021. Jerry was born in Tennessee and lived in Mogadore most of his life. He was a wonderful husband, father, brother, and friend who loved spending time with his family. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Jerry enjoyed gardening, his grandchildren,...
Iva Mast
Nov 7, 2021
Iva Mast, age 73, of Hartville, Ohio and currently residing in Colorado Springs, Colorado, passed away on November 7, 2021. She loved sewing and cross-stitching. Iva was a faithful member of Pleasant View Mennonite Church. Iva was the daughter of the late John and Alma (Schlabach) Wittmer and wife to the late John Henry Mast. She was a loving and...
Audrey A. Lucas
Nov 7, 2021
Audrey Lucas, born February 24, 1941, passed away at Altercare of Hartville on Sunday, November 7, 2021 after a courageous battle with cancer and COPD. Audrey was a graduate of Ellet High School and spent most of her adult life working in grocery stores as a meat wrapper before retiring from Giant Eagle in 2006. She was a member of...
Shelly L. Dizdar
Nov 4, 2021
Shelly L. Dizdar, age 67, went home to be with the Lord on November 4, 2021. Born in Akron, Ohio, Shelly settled in Canton with her husband, Russell. She wore many hats during her time in the workforce. In addition to working for Goodyear, Shelly worked as a pregnancy counselor for Akron Pregnancy Services and found joy as a speaker...
Berniece G. Piercy
Nov 3, 2021
Berniece G. Piercy, 95, of North Canton passed away on November 3, 2021. Born in Akron, Ohio on September 30, 1926 to the late Madison Sr. and Ruth Morris, Berniece loved being with her family, cooking for her grandkids, and playing cards. She was a very talented artist and poet, publishing many poems. Berniece was an amazing woman and will...
Donald "Don" Sarrett
Nov 3, 2021
Donald “Don” Sarrett, age 84, passed away on November 3, 2021. He was born in Arnett, WVa and graduated from Hower High School. Don worked for J & L Steel for 23 years. During his free time, he enjoyed visiting the race track and smoking a cigar. He was a fan of drag racing and hot rods. If it had...
Altha "Joy" Clemensen
Nov 2, 2021
Altha "Joy" Clemensen, age 91, went home to be with her Savior on November 2, 2021. She was born on December 15, 1929 to Wilbur and Altha Nave in Orange, Ca. She resided in Orange, Albuquerque, and for the last 16 years in the Akron area. She enjoyed reading, studying God’s word, and puzzles. Joy was preceded in death by...
Dorothy J. Lower (Ringgold
Nov 1, 2021
Dorothy went to be with the Lord on November 1, 2021. Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, William and Beulah Ringgold; brother, Bill Ringgold; and husband, Charles Albert Lower. Dorothy was born in Akron on October 2, 1924. She attended Springfield Local Schools where she graduated in 1943. During high school and two years after graduation, she worked...
Harry F. Taylor
Oct 29, 2021
Harry Taylor, age 84, passed away on October 29, 2021. Born at home in Mogadore, he was a resident of Brimfield for 55 years. Known by his friends as “Hawk,” Harry graduated from Mogadore High School and was a member of the 1955 Mogadore High School State Championship football team. He was inducted into the Mogadore High School Athletic Hall of...
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