OBITUARIES

Feb 6, 2024

Angelo DeVitis, a beloved figure in the Akron community and co-founder of DeVitis Italian Market, has passed away at the age of 92. Angelo's impact on the local community and his dedication to providing quality Italian products will forever be remembered.

Born on April 28, 1931, in Akron, Ohio, Angelo was the son of Frank DeVitis and Angeline (Tisci) Magenau. He...

Feb 4, 2024

Margaret Carneal, 74, loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away Sunday, February 4, 2024.

Margaret was born Monday, June 27, 1949 to the late Frank and Suzanne (Marek) Dunn and lived in the Barberton area most of her life. She loved to travel, spend time with her dogs and her grandchildren, especially going to see all of their sporting events.

Margaret...

Feb 3, 2024

M. Joyce Pickering, 90, of Naperville, Illinois, formerly of Akron, Ohio passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2024. She was born on June 1, 1933, in Akron, Ohio.

Joyce was a devoted wife to her husband of 38 years, Robert M. Pickering; loving mother of Karen Redell and Bob Pickering; and a dear grandmother of Megan Redell and Kendall Pickering. She...

Feb 1, 2024

Judith F Odom, 86 Years, loving mother and grandmother, passed away on Thursday, February 1, 2024.

She was born Thursday, December 30, 1937 to the late Frank and Katherine (Shelt) Fritz and lived in the Barberton area all of her life. She worked for Barberton Citizen's Hospital. Judith was a faithful member of Community Church of Portage Lakes. She loved her...

Jan 29, 2024

In Loving Memory of Vickie L. Fuerst

Vickie L. Fuerst, age 77, passed away on January 29, 2024. She was born in Akron on August 12, 1946, where she later raised her family. Vickie later moved to New Franklin where she enjoyed spoiling her dogs, gardening and watching birds. Vickie was an intelligent, hard working wife, mom, and friend who was...

Jan 22, 2024

Catherine Ann Waters Pendergast, 84, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, January 22, 2024. She was born on Tuesday, July 18, 1939 in Harrison, Ohio to the late William and Mildred (Grubbs) Wurtzler. Cathy retired after 35 years of teaching at Weaver School and Workshop. She was a faithful member of Connect Church. Cathy enjoyed shopping and...

Jan 22, 2024

Born March 26, 1947, to Kathleen and James (Eddie) Miller, Phyllis lived her rambunctious young life in Madison, WV with her two siblings, Douglas and Steven, along with many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends nearby. She and her brothers enjoyed ice skating, playing down by the creek, and forming a sibling bond most never understood. In high school, Phyllis won...

Jan 21, 2024

William F. Burd, 67, passed away Sunday, January 21, 2024. He was born on Monday, June 4, 1956 in Barberton, Ohio to the late William and Macel (Helmick) Burd and lived in the Barberton area all of his life. He was a loving husband, father and friend. Bill had a great love for the outdoors, hiking with his beloved dog...

Jan 20, 2024

Jan 20, 2024

Vernon J. Oatley, 69, loving husband and father, passed away Saturday, January 20, 2024.

Vernon was born Tuesday, November 23, 1954 to the late Milton and Doris (Kirkman) Oatley and lived in the Akron area all of his life. He worked for The City of Akron Motor Equipment, and retired in 2020. Vernon enjoyed cruising in his '64 Galaxie Ford, going...

Jan 15, 2024

James M. "Mike" Perkins, 75, of New Franklin, Ohio passed away peacefully Monday, January 15, 2024, and is now with his Lord and Savior.

Mike was born May 1, 1948 to the late Victor and Vera (Metz) Perkins in Calhoun County, West Virginia. He was a welder at Babcock & Wilcox in Barberton, Ohio where he retired after 30 years...

Jan 13, 2024

 

 

It is with great sadness that the family of Velma (Dawson) Hall announce the passing of our devoted mother.  Velma was immediately and joyfully welcomed into Heaven on 1-13-2024.

 

She was preceded in death by Martin P. Hall, Sr., and daughter, Rita Jane Hall.  She is survived by her seven children, many grandchildren and friends.

 

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Jan 10, 2024

Thomas K. MiddourTuesday, August 27, 1946  -  Wednesday, January 10, 2024

Thomas K. Middour, a devoted family man, avid car enthusiast, and highly respected individual, passed away on January 10, 2024, in his hometown of Akron, Ohio. He was born on August 27, 1946, in Akron to his loving parents Sanford and Irene (Simmons) Middour. Thomas leaves behind a legacy...

Jan 9, 2024

Alfred Burton Clair Sr., 93, a man of faith, as well as a loving father, grandfather, great grandfather, and uncle, passed away Tuesday, January 9, 2024.

Alfred was born Saturday, May 31, 1930, to the late Elmer and Anna (Kaylor) Clair in Akron, Ohio.  He called many places home over his lifetime - Akron, Ohio; Portsmouth, Virginia; Athens, Georgia; Philadelphia,...

Jan 7, 2024

Irene M. George, 89, passed away on Sunday, January 7, 2024. She was born on Thursday, January 25, 1934 in Crawford County, OH to the late Arthur and Mabel (Snyder) Graham. 

Irene was preceded in death by her husband, Frederick Roy George.  She is survived by sister-in-laws, Sandra Bailey and Florence Hanzel; and her niece, Cheryl Mitchell; nephews, Darryl and...

Jan 5, 2024

James R. Geonis, 96, passed away peacefully at home January 5th, 2024. James was a lifelong resident of Akron, Ohio. He proudly served in the US Army and retired from the Firestone Tire & Rubber Company. 

He is survived by his wife, Ruth; son, Gregory (Laurie) Geonis; daughter, Wendy (David) Hawkins; grandsons; Jackson (Shelby) Geonis, Taylor Geonis, Daniel (DeLena) Hawkins...

Jan 5, 2024

 

Beverly M. Segers

Thursday, November 3, 1932  -  Friday, January 5, 2024

 

After a year of declining health, Beverly M. Segers, 91 of Akron, went home to be with the Lord Friday, Jan. 5, 2024.

Beverly was born Thursday, Nov. 3, 1932 to the late Clarence and Stella (Bailey) Schafer and she was a life-long Akron area resident. ...

Jan 3, 2024

Gaetano DiIorioMonday, October 10, 1932  -  Wednesday, January 3, 2024

Gaetano DiIorio, loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away with his family by his side on January 3, 2024.Gaetano was born in Carovilli, Italy on Monday, October 10, 1932 to the late Nicola and Assunta (Sferra) DiIorio. He lived in Akron after he immigrated to the US at the...

Dec 29, 2023

Dr. Thomas "TR" Breen, PhD, MD, 69, passed away suddenly on Friday, December 29, 2023. He was born on Monday, December 20, 1954 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Robert and Mary (Falk) Breen. Tom received his PhD from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and his MD from Case Western Reserve University. He was particularly proud in...

Dec 28, 2023

Judith “GG” Glenn, who lived 83 adventurous years, making friends wherever she went and loved by many, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 28, 2023.

She was born on October 7, 1940 in Patterson, New Jersey to the late George and Elise Ryther and lived a stylish and intrepid life. She lived a large and passionate life, living in many...