Obituaries

Mr. Johnny Hall

Mr. Johnny Hall

Jul 10, 2020

Johnny Hall, 67 passed away after a short illness. Survived by his wife Valerie and son Johnny Jr., 3 sisters Cheri Henthorn, Margaret Melvin and Terry Hall; brother Ralph; sister-in-law Tina Kucinic and 2 special buddies Brady and Giddy. Per Johnny’s wishes cremation has place, there will be no services.

Mr. Jon-Paul Kikta

Mr. Jon-Paul Kikta

Jul 8, 2020

Jon-Paul Jeffery Kikta, “JP”, 47 of Copley, Ohio left this earth on July 8, 2020. Family & friends are invited to attend a celebration of Jon Paul's life in a virtual memorial service by Hummel Funeral Homes on August 8th at 2:00 pm EST. A private ceremony will be held next summer in Maine. JP was 47 years and was...

Anna Cretin

Anna Cretin

Jul 8, 2020

Our beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother passed away on July 8, 2020. Anna was born in Elkhurst, WV on April 16, 1929 to the late William O. Moore and Mamie Ethel (Jones) Moore. She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Bernard, in 2014, her brothers Darrell and Don Moore and sister Willa Cloninger. She is...

Mr. Gerald Rump

Mr. Gerald Rump

Jul 7, 2020

Gerald T. Rump, Born September 15, 1939, in Beaver Falls, PA. Jerry graduated from Beaver Falls High School moved to Akron in 1970 and retired from County Pure Foods after 30 years. Jerry loved to play lottery scratch tickets, and his hobby was setting up at the Hartville Flea Market. Jerry had many friends at Hartville and everyone loved him....

Mrs. Nancy Grosenbaugh

Mrs. Nancy Grosenbaugh

Jul 7, 2020

Heaven received another angel when Nancy Patricia Grosenbaugh, 85, who grew up in Sharon, Pa., and raised her family in Akron, passed away Tuesday surrounded by her family at home in Robinson Township, Pa., where she lived the past nine years. A 1957 graduate of Kent State University, Nancy was a former elementary school teacher in Sharon and Akron who...

Carroll Lewis

Carroll Lewis

Jul 3, 2020

July 3, 2020. This morning, in the presence of loved ones, Carroll (Peach) Lewis went to be with his savior. First and foremost, he had a deep, enduring and contagious faith in Jesus Christ and what His death on the cross meant for us. Peach wore many hats during his 87 years: athlete, soldier, firefighter, carpenter, husband to his dear...

Mary Plell

Mary Plell

Jun 30, 2020

Mary Anne Plell, age 86, passed away on June 30, 2020. She was born on January 24, 1934 in Akron to the late Martin and Mary Plell. A graveside service will be 10:00am Thursday, July 9, at Holy Cross Cemetery (Section 24).

Thomas Taylor

Thomas Taylor

Jun 30, 2020

Thomas Kevin Taylor passed away at the age of 65 on June 30th 2020 peacefully in his sleep. Tom enjoyed watching the Browns, spending time with his children and grandchildren, and cooking. He could make light of any situation, would give anyone the shirt off his back, and could always fix just about anything. he always had a smile on...

Anthony Horak Jr.

Anthony Horak Jr.

Jun 29, 2020

Anthony Joseph Horak (TJ) died unexpectedly on June 29, 2020. He was born in Elyria, Ohio on May 29, 1948, the son of Anthony and Jean Horak. He graduated high school and college from Borromeo Seminary and earned his masters in social work from the University of Denver. After a brief period as a social worker, he had the opportunity...

Patricia Stiller

Patricia Stiller

Jun 27, 2020

Patricia Ann (Snyder) Stiller, age 85, went home to be with the Lord on June 27, 2020. She was at home in Akron surrounded by her loving family. Born Sept. 14, 1934 in Bedford, OH. She attended St. Sebastian grade school, graduated from St. Vincent High School ’52 and attended Notre Dame College in Cleveland. Pat married Bill Stiller in...

Robert Wenhart Sr.

Robert Wenhart Sr.

Jun 24, 2020

On June 24, 2020, Robert L Wenhart, aka “Bob” “Tractor Bob” found peace. Bob overcame Polio as a child and learned to walk again. In his teens, Bob was shot in the legs in a hunting accident, and learned to walk again. While in his early 20’s, Bob broke his neck while serving in the Air Force in Libya. Dad...

Brian Lee

Brian Lee

Jun 24, 2020

Brian Edwin Lee passed away peacefully and surrounded by his family on June 24, 2020 at his home in Copley, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 35 years old. Brian was born on March 28, 1985 to Stuart and Dawna Lee in Yuba City, California, where he spent his early childhood. It was there that he learned...

William Frame

William Frame

Jun 23, 2020

William C. Frame, 66, passed away on June 23, 2020. A Celebration of Life will be announced later.

Mr. Gilbert Gingold

Mr. Gilbert Gingold

Jun 23, 2020

Gil was born in Brooklyn, NY on April 16, 1927 and died on June 23, 2020 at his home in Jupiter, FL. He was predeceased by his parents Charles and Mary, son Kirk Charles, and former wife and friend, Ann. He is survived by daughters Lori, of Akron and Pamela, of Chicago, and granddaughters Leah and Haley Paez of Chicago....

Kelly Curtis

Kelly Curtis

Jun 22, 2020

Kelly Ann Curtis (Baun), passed away unexpectedly at her home in Copley on June 22, 2020; a day before her birthday. She was 52 years young. Kelly was born on June 23, 1967 at Barberton Citizens Hospital to Jack and Marlene Baun. She was very much so a daddy's girl who was truly inspired by her dad; always following in...

Patricia Stair

Patricia Stair

Jun 21, 2020

Patricia K. Stair, age 67, passed away on June 21, 2020. Patricia was born in Akron to the late Harold and Geraldine Coleman. PK was a cook at Danbury Retirement Community for many years. PK liked her coffee and chocolate and loved spending time with her grandchildren. She also enjoyed watching baseball, especially the Cleveland Indians and family barbecues. Preceded...

Lilly Kelly

Lilly Kelly

Jun 20, 2020

Lilly was born in Germany and emigrated to the U.S while still a teenager, leaving her family behind. She met Edward Sam Kelly (Eddie) shortly thereafter, and they were soon married. Lilly had a wide range of interests and participated in numerous activities. Most importantly, she took great pride in being a lifelong, ‘professional' volunteer at her church, Our Lady...

Lucille Woody

Lucille Woody

Jun 17, 2020

Lucille Marie Woody, our mama, passed away on June 17, 2020 at the age of 87. She was preceded in death by her husband Roscoe Woody; Lucille is survived by her sister Karen (Jeff) Oubre and her 4 daughters- Cheryl (Tim) Roeser, Susan (George) Bosu, Annette (Vic) Agosta, Debra (Dean) Blum, 8 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. "Every man's life...

Mrs. Ellen McElwain

Mrs. Ellen McElwain

Jun 16, 2020

Ellen Jane McElwain, 73, beloved Mother, Friend, and Sister was called to her eternal resting place on June 16, 2020. She entered this world on January 25, 1947 in Akron, born to Harold and Alice Steinmetz. She is survived by her son and his family as well as her brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held...

Judith Gardner

Judith Gardner

Jun 14, 2020

Judith Gardner, 76 passed away on June 14, 2020.

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