Lois Misanko

Aug 12, 2023

Lois (Minninger) Misanko, was born on January 18, 1934, in Akron. She peacefully passed away at her residence surrounded by her family on August 12, 2023. 

In her early years, Lois met the love of her life, James Misanko. Lois' dedication to her family was unparalleled, she enjoyed being a full-time housewife.

Lois was preceded in death by her sons...

Charles F. (Chuck) Brady

Aug 11, 2023

Charles F. (Chuck) Brady passed away peacefully, on August 11, 2023. He was born in Akron, OH on December 18, 1930 to the late Charles F and Catherine Brady. He was proud of his service in the United States Air Force and his 66-year marriage to Annette.

He was preceded in death by his brother Kevin Brady, and daughter...

Daniel L. Canale

Aug 3, 2023

Daniel L. Canale, age 95, passed away peacefully on Thursday evening, August 3, 2023 after a period of declining health. He was born in Akron, Ohio to Daniel Sr. and Hila Canale.

Along with his parents, Daniel was preceded in death by his loving wife, Jean, of 62 years, and his daughter, Mary Jo Canale-Johnson in 2021.

Daniel is survived...

Patricia Mitchell

Aug 2, 2023

Patricia "Patty" A. Mitchell, 80, of Akron, Ohio went home to be with the Lord on August 2, 2023 after a long illness. She was born on March 14, 1943 to Mary and Clarence McMann. Patty loved the lord, and two of her greatest joys in life was going to church and helping people however she could. She spent her...

Charles Bowyer

Jul 31, 2023

Charles M. Bowyer, age 57, passed away on July 31, 2023. He was born in Akron, Ohio to Jack and Colleen Bowyer.



Along with his parents: John and Colleen, Chuck was preceded in death by his aunts and uncles: Marjorie, Donald, Evelyn, Robert, Jerry.



Chuck is survived by his brother and sister-in-law, Richard and China Bowyer, his niece,...

Sheila Lewis

Jul 30, 2023

Sunrise August 9, 1936 Sunset July 30, 2023

Sheila Kathryn (Eaton) Lewis R.N. (nee Carey), 86 years, of Akron, died on July 30, 2023.

Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Sheila was raised in New Jersey and Cincinnati, Ohio and graduated from Good Samaritan Hospital School of Nursing in Cincinnati in 1956. She was a resident of Akron since 1976....

Alma Smith

Jul 29, 2023

Alma M. (Bisson) Smith

Alma Smith passed away on July 29, 2023, at the age of 94. A lifelong resident of the Akron area, Alma graduated from North High School, earned her RN from Akron City Hospital School of Nursing, then received her Bachelor's degree in Nursing from Akron University. Alma spent her career in various administrative, teaching, and...

Alberta Witten

Jul 28, 2023

Alberta Witten, 96 of Wadsworth, Ohio passed away Friday July 28, 2023 with her loving family by her side.

Alberta was an interior designer and loved spending her time taking care of her home and family.

She was preceded in death by Art her husband of 67 years. Alberta is survived by brother Sonny Koon and sister-in-law...

Robert (Bob) Slough Henretty

Jul 27, 2023

Robert (Bob) Slough Henretty died unexpectedly April 23, 2023, in Charlotte, North Carolina, while recovering from surgery. Born on June 6, 1965, in Akron, Ohio, Bob graduated from Copley High School, Class of 1983, and attended the University of Akron, where he was a member of Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity. In 1988, Bob moved to the Charlotte area, where he...

Raymond Hoffman

Jul 26, 2023

Raymond P Hoffman passed away on July 26, 2023. He was born in Akron, Ohio on March 7, 1935, to Kenneth and Mary Hoffman.

Ray graduated from South High School in 1953 and married Marilyn Grace Ward in September, 1953. They had three children.

Ray worked for 28 years at Lawson Milk Company, and then worked for 10...

Ann Amer Brennan

Jul 25, 2023

The Akron community lost a strong, compassionate leader when Ann Amer Brennan died on July 25, 2023. If you knew Ann, you probably considered her a friend and perhaps even a mentor. She was an open and curious listener who imparted useful wisdom and modeled courageous leadership. Ann's willingness to tell you exactly what she thought was one of her...

Karen L. Etherton

Jul 21, 2023

Karen L. Etherton, 60, of Hartville passed away peacefully on July 21, 2023 after a decades-long battle with Crohn's disease. A graduate of Green High School, the Idabelle Firestone School of Nursing and the University of Akron, she spent her thirty-five-year career as a registered nurse. Before her retirement due to illness, she worked in the emergency room at Akron...

Margaret "Peggy" Hamad

Jul 20, 2023

Mrs. Margaret Dorothy Hamad, age 95, passed away on July 20, 2023. She was born in Woodsfield, Ohio to Julius and Clara Haren. Peggy was married to Naser Hamad for 36 years and he preceded her in death on October 22, 1991.

Along with her parents and husband, Peggy was also preceded in death by her son, Christopher Hamad and...

Marylou Benjamin

Jul 18, 2023

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Marylou Benjamin, a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, and sister. Marylou peacefully left this world on July 18, 2023, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.

Marylou was born on May 12, 1946, to parents Mary and Charles...

Virginia Frisone

Jul 18, 2023

Virginia A. Frisone (nee Tilton), 96 of Copley died July 18, 2023.

She was born on October 5, 1926 in Groton, NY. Virginia was married to Gino J. Frisone on June 27, 1948 in Poughkeepsie, NY. She loved to travel and was an avid golfer, artist, genealogist, and square dancer with the Norton Grand Squares. Virginia discovered through her...

Catherine Mock

Jul 17, 2023

Catherine Ann Mock, Age 32, born April 20, 1991 at Fairview Hospital passed away July 17, 2023. Beloved daughter of James R. (Debra) Mock and Terri A. Chilcote. She is survived by grandparents Nancy Eckard and Luden E. Chilcote, Jeff (Karen) Mock and Tracy (David) Cummins and many step brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles, and cousins. She was proceeded in death...

Mary Ellen Trockle

Jul 16, 2023

Mary Ellen Trockle, 95, passed away on July 16, 2023.

She was born February 23, 1928 in Akron and graduated from St. Vincent's Grade School and High School. She attended the University of Akron and worked at Ohio Edison. She married Robert Trockle in 1952 and enjoyed 60 years of marriage until his death in 2013. Together they enjoyed traveling,...

Marie Waickman

Jul 15, 2023

Marie "Nana" Waickman was granted her great desire to go to heaven on July 15, 2023. Marie was born in Omaha, Nebraska on August 29, 1924. She spent most of her early childhood moving, as her father travelled for land development work. She graduated from Our Lady of Lourdes grade school in St. Louis, MO, Duchesne Academy High School in...

Gertrude W. Lehnert

Jul 15, 2023

Our beautiful and loving mother, and grandmother, Gertrude (Trudy) W. Lehnert (nee Angrick) went to heaven on July 15th, 2023, after her battle with dementia and cancer. She was born a surprise twin on June 13th, 1937, in Dusseldorf, Germany. She immigrated to German Village in Columbus Ohio in 1950, with her twin sister and parents. She went to St....

Richard Hummel

Jul 8, 2023

Richard Charles Hummel II, Passed away on July 8, 2023. Born on May 10, 1943 to Richard C., and Charlotte J. Hummel. He lived in the Akron area his entire life, third oldest of seven children. After attending St. Vincent High School, where he played drums in the St. Vincent's School Marching Band, he served honorably in the United States...