Current Obituaries
Richard D. Crom
Nov 15, 2023
Richard Crom, 74, passed away on Wednesday, November 15, 2023. He was born on Saturday, February 26, 1949 in Akron, Ohio to the late Harley and Florence (Cartlidge) Crom.
Along with his parents, Richard was preceded in death by his brother, Edward Crom, and sister, Caren Kindel. He is survived by his brother, Michael (Susan) Crom of Elburn, IL; and...
Barbara Nadine Knupp
Nov 12, 2023
Barbara Knupp, 77, passed away suddenly on Sunday, November 12, 2023.
Barbara was born Sunday October 13, 1946 to the late Vincent and Alpha (Steed) Presto. She grew up in Barberton and was a 1964 graduate of Barberton High School. She entered the Dominican Order in 1966 and was known as Sr. Mary Carolyn, O.P. After graduating from Mount Carmel...
Robert James Desharnais Jr.
Nov 11, 2023
Robert Desharnais Jr., 66, loving father and grandfather, joined his loving wife on Saturday, November 11, 2023.
Robert was born Monday, April 8, 1957 to the late Robert and Nancy (Downes) Desharnais. He worked for the Department of Veterans Affairs for over 30 years, 1986-2016, as the Chief of police towards his final years with the department. Robert was a...
William Lee Mallett
Nov 9, 2023
William Lee Mallett, 93, of Akron, passed quietly at home under hospice care on November 9, 2023 surrounded by family. Survived by his children Becky (Wayne) Cassidy, Linda (David) Godfrey, Gail (Joe) Calvaruso and Mark (Polly). Grandchildren Kelly (Mike) Sisco, Katie (Aaron Farmer) Cassidy, Ben (Jamie) Cassidy, Niki (Joey Snowden) Calvaruso, Laura Calvaruso, Aly Calvaruso, Josh Mallett and Mary (Bret...
Lenora M. Adams
Nov 8, 2023
Lenora M. AdamsWednesday, September 11, 1940 - Wednesday, November 8, 2023
Lenora M. Adams, 83, loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister passed away Wednesday, November 8, 2023.Lenora was born Wednesday, September 11, 1940 to the late John and Margaret (Cerra) Hagenbush and lived in the Akron and Mogadore areas all of her life. In addition to her parents, Lenora was...
Steve Kramer
Nov 8, 2023
Steve Arthur Kramer, 64, passed away Wednesday, November 8, 2023. He was born on Saturday, March 28, 1959 in Barberton, Ohio to the late Clyde and Betty (Ebie) Kramer and lived in the Barberton/Norton area most of his life. Steve retired from Midway Yamaha after 35 years.
Steve was preceded in death by his brothers, Ty Kramer, Rick (JoAnn) Kramer,...
John "Jay" Sullivan
Nov 7, 2023
John "Jay" SullivanFriday, May 7, 1937 - Tuesday, November 7, 2023
It is with profound sadness and a deep sense of loss that we announce the passing of John "Jay" Sullivan on November 7, 2023, surrounded by his family. A beloved patriarch, cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and a true friend to many.Jay was born on May 7, 1937 in...
Charles Edward Holzer Jr.
Nov 5, 2023
Charles E. Holzer, Jr. "Chuck" 76, of Norton, Ohio went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 5, 2023. He was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on April 5, 1947 to Charles, Sr. and Dorothy (Edelman) Holzer. Chuck was honored to serve in the U. S. Air Force with two tours of duty in Viet Nam. Upon returning home,...
Kenneth D. Smith
Nov 1, 2023
Kenneth D. Smith, 94 passed away peacefully November 1, 2023 during the winter season's first snow with his wife and children at his side. Ken was born on September 7, 1929 to Chester and Esther Smith. He grew up in the Barberton/Norton area and graduated from Norton High School in 1947. In 1948, he joined the National Guard. In 1951,...
Mary Rose Conti
Oct 31, 2023
Mary Rose Conti, 84, loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, went home to be with the Lord and her loving husband and family on Tuesday, October 31, 2023.
Mary was born Sunday, September 3, 1939 to the late Salvatore and Serafina (Luceno) Amedeo and lived in the Akron/Cuyahoga Falls area all of her life. She helped her husband Don start...
Charles A. Daily
Oct 31, 2023
Charles "Chuck" A. Daily, 81, passed away Tuesday, October 31, 2023. He was born on Wednesday, March 18, 1942 in Barberton, Ohio to the late Elmer and Bernice (Brosch) Daily. Chuck was a member of City Church AC and enjoyed tractor pulls, trains and hunting.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Sherry L. Daily. He is survived by...
Joseph C. Bigler
Oct 30, 2023
Joseph C. Bigler, 26, loving son, grandson, nephew, and friend passed away Monday, October 30, 2023.
Joseph was born Monday, September 22, 1997 in Marietta, GA and lived in the Akron and Barberton areas all his life. He was a gentle soul who enjoyed playing Dungeons and Dragons with his friends, loved carpentry and was very inventive. He worked...
Devona Virginia Langworthy
Oct 29, 2023
Devona (Bonnie) V. Langworthy, 99, loving grandmother, mother, and wife, passed away Sunday, October 29, 2023.
Bonnie was born Monday, July 14, 1924 to the late William and Blanche Bird and lived in the Akron area most of her life. She loved her family, birds, traveling, gardening, and "very hot" coffee.
In addition to her parents, Devona was preceded in...
Margaret Alice Kauslick
Oct 29, 2023
M. Alice Kauslick. Age 92 - Barberton, OH
Margaret "Alice" Kauslick passed from this life on October 29, 2023, She was born in Fairmont, WV on April 28, 1931 to Wendell and Pauline (Moats) Moran. She was married to Richard "Dick" Richey for 47 years until his death in 1998. Later she remarried Al Kauslick. They were married 19 years...
David Baker
Oct 28, 2023
David Baker, 86, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, October 28, 2023. He was born on Thursday, March 4, 1937 in Barberton, Ohio to the late Harold and Marjorie (Boden) Baker. He was a faithful member of Community Church of Portage Lakes and South Street Ministries. Dave referred to himself as a dyslexic carpenter. He...
Robert "Bob" Lashinske
Oct 25, 2023
Robert "Bob" Lee Lashinske
Wednesday, May 17, 1944 - Wednesday, October 25, 2023
Robert "Bob" Lee Lashinske, 79, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, October 25, 2023.
Robert was born Wednesday, May 17, 1944. He was a dedicated employee and leader for over 60 years. In his retirement he worked for Barberton Police Dept. as...
Wilda Mae Robinson
Oct 23, 2023
Wilda Mae Robinson, 86 years old, went to be with the Lord on Monday, October 23, 2023. Wilda was born on Thursday, March 18, 1937 in Marion County, West Virginia to the late Clarence and Bonnie (Shrader) Wildman. She lived in Fairmont, WV most of her life after growing up on a farm close by. She was a hard worker...
Donald Alfred Miller
Oct 19, 2023
Donald Miller, 68, loving husband, son, brother, and cousin, passed away Thursday, October 19, 2023.
Don was born Thursday, July 7, 1955 to Jack Miller and the late Linda Jeffries and lived in the Cuyahoga Falls area most of his life. He was the owner of The Cafe in Stow for over 30 years, and prior to that he was...
Juanita Marie Miller
Oct 9, 2023
Juanita M. Miller, 64, loving mother, grandmother, and sister, went home to be with her loving parents and pets on Monday, October 9, 2023.
Juanita was born Wednesday, September 30, 1959 to the late Perry and Leoma (Hoskinson) Miller and lived in the Green area all of her life. She was an avid crafter, an amazing cook, and she loved...
Rosalie June Benchot
Oct 7, 2023
Rosalie June Benchot, 85, passed away Saturday, October 7, 2023. She was born on Thursday, June 2, 1938 in Norton, Ohio to the late Martin and Susan (Butka) Benchot and lived in the Norton area all of her life. Rosalie was a 1956 graduate of Norton High School. She was a 1959 graduate of Lutheran Hospital School of Nursing, and...
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