Obituaries

Local Ohio Obituaries

Eileen Mary Baker (Murphy)

Eileen Mary Baker (Murphy)

Jul 28, 2025

Eileen M. Baker (Murphy) passed away peacefully at Akron City Hospital on July 28th. She had given it her all, with all of her spunk, but her body was ready to rest.

She leaves behind her husband, John; brothers Ed (Suzanne) Murphy, John (Donna) Murphy, Joe (Amy) Murphy, sister-in-law Cynthia Murphy, and brother-in-laws Pat (Vicky) Bellmyer and Jim Stengel. Plus, her...

Helen Carolyn Mason

Helen Carolyn Mason

Jul 25, 2025

In Loving Memory of Helen Carolyn Mason

A Life Well Lived

With profound grief, our family shares the news that Helen Carolyn Mason, of Norton, Ohio, passed away peacefully at the age of 90, on July 25th, 2025. Helen was born in Aldrich, Alabama, on September 25, 1934. She moved to Akron, Ohio with her family as a teenager, where she attended...

Brenda Easter Mellin

Brenda Easter Mellin

Jul 23, 2025

Brenda E. Mellin, 79, of Rootstown, Ohio, formerly of Bealsville, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2025 after a short illness, surrounded by family and friends.

A daughter of the late Clinton and Mable (Graham) Krantz, she was born on June 21, 1946 in Charleston, West Virginia.

An avid quilter, sewer, and gardener, Brenda loved to spend her time tending her...

Douglas Edward Cameron

Douglas Edward Cameron

Jul 23, 2025

Douglas Edward Cameron, 66, passed away on 7/23/2025. He was born May 6, 1959 in Akron Ohio. Doug resided at Hanover Healthcare Center in Massillon where he had made many friends over the years, both residents and staff. Doug enjoyed playing cards and bingo and eating good food. He was a very compassionate and caring person and was always trying...

Jerry Lee Thein

Jerry Lee Thein

Jul 21, 2025

Jerry Thein, 58, passed away peacefully 7/21/25 at 1:30pm. Preceded in death by his father James Thein, mother Patricia Thein, sister in law Aimee, niece Jaimie, and Boss Man.

Survived by his children, Justin(Jess), Jerry, Megan(Jared), Jacob, and Brittany. His grandchildren EJ, JJ, Logan, Pheobe, Kayden, Shyann, and Hadley. As well as his Ex Spouse and best friend Michelle.

Also survived by...

Betty E. Gilruth

Betty E. Gilruth

Jul 20, 2025

Elizabeth “Betty” Gilruth, 95, passed away on July 20, 2025 at the Village of St. Edward in Fairlawn, OH. She was born on April 1, 1930 in Chicago, IL, the daughter of the late John and Catherine Eck. She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years Roger O. Gilruth, who passed away in 2012. She is survived...

Carolyn S. Lutz

Carolyn S. Lutz

Jul 17, 2025

Carolyn Lutz – 85 was called to heaven July 17th, 2025. She was born on October 18th, 1939

Carolyn was born in Akron, Ohio to Carl and Marylee Schweikert.

Carolyn raised both her children in New Franklin ( Manchester ) Ohio prior to moving to Cuyahoga Falls where she lived the remainder of her life. She was a member of St. Stephens...

Barbara S. Kindell

Barbara S. Kindell

Jul 15, 2025

Barbara Stean Kindell

Born October 27, 1956 to John Kindell Jr. and Eddie Mae (Cobb) Kindell in Long Island, New York. The Family moved to Canton, Ohio when she was a young child. Barbara attended Canton City Schools and graduated from a High School in Detroit, Michigan.

She later went to Mansfield Business Collage where she received an associate’s degree in business...

Alfred Charles Silvidi

Alfred Charles Silvidi

Jul 12, 2025

 Alfred C. Silvidi, 83, passed away Saturday, July 12, 2025. Al was born in Steubenville, OH, to Sam and Mary Rose Silvidi (Fuoco) in 1942. He resided in Brimfield, OH, for the past 25 years with his wife Sandy. He graduated from Central Catholic High School, Steubenville, in 1960.

Al was a 1964 graduate of Kent State with both a Bachelor...

Ricky Lee Faux

Ricky Lee Faux

Jul 11, 2025

Ricky L. Faux, age 61, of Akron, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2025, at Summa Hospital in Akron after a short illness.

Born in Canton, Ohio, Ricky was a 1982 graduate of Perry High School and worked in the HVAC industry.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Tammy Faux, his parents, Edgar and Barbara Faux; and his sister, Diane...

Barbara Sue Taylor

Barbara Sue Taylor

Jul 10, 2025

Barbara Sue Taylor (née Little), age 80, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2025, in Akron, Ohio.

Barbara was born on February 22, 1945, in Jackson, Kentucky, to the late Alec and Juanita Little. She later married Forrest Taylor, and together they built a life filled with love, faith, and dedication to family.

She was a devoted mother to four sons: Thomas,...

Hank Lee Keyes

Hank Lee Keyes

Jul 10, 2025

Hank Lee Keyes of Doylestown, Ohio passed away suddenly on July 10, 2025. He was a man who lived fully, loved his family deeply, and left an unforgettable mark on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.

Born on May 25, 1951, to Beecher and Maezelle Keyes, Hank married the love of his life, Judi, at an early age and...

Roger Mark Smith

Roger Mark Smith

Jul 7, 2025

Roger Mark Smith, 62, passed away July 7, with family by his side. He fought a long, hard battle with cancer and lived beyond his prognosis.

A Halloween eve baby, he loved the holiday, which was second only to his favorite, Christmas. He felt that his Christmases as a child were like something out of a fairytale and continued the tradition...

Dorothy M. Tate

Dorothy M. Tate

Jul 7, 2025

Dorothy M. Tate, 72, passed away July 7, 2025 after a courageous battle with leukemia.  She was born September 12, 1952 in Akron, the daughter of the late Brooks and Dorothy Payne.  She graduated from North High School and retired after many years service from Allied Info Tech.  Dorothy will always be remembered as a very sweet person and was...

Kenneth Stauffer I

Kenneth Stauffer I

Jul 6, 2025

Until his final breath, our Dad was trying to make someone smile. It is with great sadness, that we announce the passing of Kenneth A. Stauffer I. He was a man who lived on his own terms. “ I’ve been working all week and I’m tired and don’t want to sleep, and I want to have fun. It’s time for...

Kathleen Ann Schulmeister

Kathleen Ann Schulmeister

Jul 5, 2025

 Kathleen Ann Schulmeister, born on May 27, 1958, in Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2025, at The Grace House, after bravely battling cancer for several months. She was a cherished member of her community and is remembered fondly for her warmth, kindness, and infectious spirit.

Kathleen graduated from Green High School in Greensburg, Ohio, where she began to...

Joshua Michael Short

Joshua Michael Short

Jul 5, 2025

In loving memory of Joshua, Michael Short

Joshua Short, also known as "Wop" to his family and closest friends. Joshua was a beloved husband, son, brother, uncle, cousin and friend. Joshua took his last breath and was sent home to be with the Lord on July 5, 2025, at the age of 28. He was surrounded by his loving family. He...

Abraham Berry

Abraham Berry

Jul 5, 2025

Abraham "Abe" Byron Berry 1951 to 2025

Abe Berry 74, of Cuyahoga Falls passed away July 5th, 2025 in Massillon, Ohio, surrounded by his family. He was born in Allegany Maryland on March 27, 1951 to John Sr. and Gloria Berry. Abe grew up in Canal Fulton, Ohio. He served in the Army. He enjoyed being a youth football coach drag...

Adryana Nichole Plucinski

Adryana Nichole Plucinski

Jul 5, 2025

Adryana Nichole Plucinski, 20, passed away suddenly on July 5, 2025.  She was born January 21, 2005 in Akron.  She was the daughter of Christina Plucinski-Carone and James Weaver Sr.  Adryana will always be remembered by her beautiful smile and outspoken personality.  She also enjoyed playing softball and spending time with her family.  Adryana will be deeply missed.  She is...

Evelyn L. Morris

Evelyn L. Morris

Jul 3, 2025

Evelyn Morris

Sunrise: October 3, 1951

Sunset: July 3, 2025

Evelyn Morris, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, peacefully entered eternal rest on July 3, 2025, surrounded by love.

Born on October 3, 1951, to the late Oscar and Lillian Morris, Evelyn was a proud graduate of North High School, Class of 1971. She went on to dedicate 36 years of service...