May 28, 2021

Lawrence Coleman, 66, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2021 in Wadsworth, Ohio after suffering with several serious illnesses. He was born to Orville and Pearl Coleman on November 21, 1954 in Pikeville, Kentucky. He is survived by his siblings, Justine Kinney, Marlene (Wayne) Adkins, Rick (Barbara) Coleman, and Sally (George) Popa, and several children and grandchildren. Lawrence was...

May 27, 2021

Dennis Edward Parker, 74, of Canton, passed away on May 27, 2021. He was born on July 24, 1946 in Canton, OH, to James and Lillian Parker. Dennis was preceded in death by his son, Anthony "Bam" Parker. He is survived by his mother, Lillian Parker; daughters, Sharde' Parker (Josh) and Yvonne Parker (Danny); son, Evan Parker (Danielle); brothers,...

May 26, 2021

Gerald Lee Harbaugh, 62, passed away Wednesday, May 26, 2021. No services are scheduled at this time.

May 21, 2021

On Friday, May 21, 2021, George Randall "Randy" Solsman of Copley, OH, loving husband and father of two daughters, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 69. Randy was born on March 12, 1952 in Sullivan, Indiana to George L. and Alice M. (Bogard) Solsman. He grew up on his beloved family farm and was proud to spend his...

May 17, 2021

Harold O. Albright, age 71, of Akron, passed away on May 17, 2021. He was born in Bellefonte, PA to Dale and Mary (Duke) Albright. Harold was preceded in death by his parents: his siblings, Wesley, Rose, RC, and Jenny. He is survived by his brothers, Albert (fiance') Donald (wife); and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Harold enjoyed going...

May 17, 2021

Susan Rae Prexta, age 74, passed away on May 17, 2021. Susan loved playing the piano, sewing, cooking, her dog, Lewi but mostly her family. She was a graduate of Our Lady of the Elms and studied nursing at the University of Akron, where she met her husband of 53 years, Michael. She is survived by her son Michael (Laura)...

May 16, 2021

Sharon Elaine Reynolds, 72, passed away peacefully with her children by her side Sunday, May 16th 2021. Sharon devoted her life to her children, Sherry Samuels (Kenny),Charles Samuels (Lee Ann), Greg Samuels (Jeannie), Scotty Samuels, David Samuels (Stephanie) to her grandchildren, Joseph (Kristen), Tricia (Dewahn), Tiffany , Cathie , Casondra (Bryan), Eli (Tristan), Salena, Jager,Maurice, and to her great...

May 10, 2021

Jamie R. Johnson, age 46, passed away suddenly at his home of natural causes on May 10, 2021. He was born in Akron, OH on April 15, 1975. Jamie is survived by his parents, Rick (Mary Kay Roediger) Johnson, and Madeleine Johnson; his daughter, Estella Rose Johnson; his brother, Jesse Johnson; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Jamie was a...

May 8, 2021

Marilyn (Lynn) Louise Lewis - 91, died peacefully May 8, 2021 after 6 years of alzheimers. Lynn was raised in, and around, Wellington Ohio. She was the 5th daughter of James and Buelah Richey. She went to school for Art at Kent State and continued as an artist her entire life. Lynn met Bob Lewis at a dance in...

May 8, 2021

James R. Cover, age 79, of Akron, passed away on May 8, 2021. James was born in Canton, OH on May 12, 1941 to Russell and Martha Cover. He was preceded in death by his parents. James is survived by his wife, Pamela (Ritchie) Cover; daughters, Michelle (Harry) Stover, and Dawn Walke; and 5 grandchildren. James' wish was to...

May 8, 2021

Rosalie (Fenton) Wheeler 4/18/41 - 5/8/2021 Our dear, wonderful, loving mother, Rosalie, went home to join our brother Paul, her daughter-in-law Pam, her brother Warren, parents and late husband, Jim. She was a great mom to her four children, she raised us on hope and prayers with limited resources. We were a wild bunch that she handled with love and...

May 7, 2021

Mildred "Millie" Costill (Stiller), 94, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, May 7, 2021, with her daughter, Nancy, by her side. Millie was born on March 18, 1927 in Akron, the daughter of Teresa and John Stiller. She graduated from South High School and married her long-time neighbor and friend Bob Costill and started her family. Millie was...

May 5, 2021

Jerry Lohr passed away peacefully May 5, 2021 at the age of 97. He was a machinist for 30 years and loved polka and waltz dancing with his wife. He was a most devoted husband to our late mother, Virginia Lohr, a very loving father and grandfather. He leaves daughter Diane Lohr (Rhodes), son Larry Lohr; three grandchildren, Scott (Jennifer)...

May 5, 2021

Linda D. Schafer, 81, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2021. She was a 1958 graduate of Our Lady of the Elms High School. Mom and Dad met at an autumn dance Oct. 3, 1958 and danced to the song "Some Enchanted Evening", which became their song. They celebrated their 61st wedding anniversary Nov. 21, 2020. She is survived...

May 2, 2021

Harmon C. Velie, age 66, passed away unexpectedly on May 2, 2021.

Harmon was born February 8, 1955 in Berea, Ohio and raised in the Akron/Copley area. He was a graduate of Copley High School in 1973 and attended The University of Akron.  Harmon was the epitome of a super fan. Harmon was the most adoring husband...

May 1, 2021

Robert Dale Tompkins, 64, passed away Saturday, May 1, 2021. No services are scheduled.

May 1, 2021

Richard Stephen Bader 1928-2021 The End of an Era Richard Stephen Bader, born June 6, 1928, passed away May 1, 2021. Preceded in death by his parents Stephen Bader DDS and Charlotte Killian; sisters Mary Virginia Firestone, Eileen Wise; brothers John, Lawrence: wife Norma Davis; sons Mark, Richard and daughter Barbara Bishop (Soo Soo). He is survived by son...

Apr 30, 2021

Mary Jane Thorsson, 98, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on April 30, 2021. She was born on June 10, 1922 in Kenova, West Virginia. Mary Jane retired from O'Neils after 40 years of service. She was a lifelong member of The Chapel in Akron, where she sang in the choir and is now...

Apr 29, 2021

Charlotte E. Halsell, 48, passed away Thursday, April 29, 2021. No services are scheduled at this time.

Apr 28, 2021

Lillian E. Beard, age 87, passed away Wednesday, April 28, 2021. Lill was born in Copley, OH and graduated from Copley High School. She retired from Copley-Fairlawn Schools and volunteered at Hospice. She was a life-long member of Norton Baptist Church where she taught Sunday school and sang in the choir. Lill was preceded in death by husband James;...