Obituaries

Local Ohio Obituaries

Gloria Haenftling

Gloria Haenftling

Apr 27, 2025

Gloria Haenftling, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2025, in Akron, Ohio, at the age of 82. Gloria is now flying with the angels. She was born on January 20, 1943, in Iowa, Gloria lived a life marked by love, kindness, and nurturing care for her family and friends.

She was preceded in death by...

Jeanine Danielle Patten

Jeanine Danielle Patten

Apr 24, 2025

Jeanine Danielle Patten, a much loved daughter, mother, and sister passed away, unexpectedly, at the age of 54, at her home in Akron, Ohio. She was born on August 15, 1970, to the late Robert Patten, and the late Jerri (Covington) Patten.

In addition to Robert and Jerri, she is preceded in death by her grandparents, and her nephew,Spencer.

Jeanine is survived...

Janice Kay Hurte

Janice Kay Hurte

Apr 23, 2025

Janice Kay Hurte, beloved wife, mother, daughter, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend passed away peacefully on April 23rd, 2025, at the age of 72. Born in Akron ni 1952, Janice spent her life brightening others' days with her radiant smile and her infectious laughter. She was a resident of Cuyahoga Falls her whole life, where she cherished her home and community.

Janice's...

Dawn Diane Gainer

Dawn Diane Gainer

Apr 23, 2025

Dawn D. Gainer, 58, passed away after a long illness on April 23, 2025.  She will always be remembered as a feisty person, who loved her family.  Especially, her children and grandchildren.  In her free time, Dawn loved to go to air shows with her family.  It is comforting that she will have a front row seat now.  She will...

Kathleen Marie Boden

Kathleen Marie Boden

Apr 21, 2025

Kathleen Boden, beloved aunt, sister, and friend passed away peacefully April 21, 2025. A life long resident of Barberton/Norton. Kathleen is survived by sisters Mary Ann Grace and Janet Liehe, son Stephan Rudman, nephew Mark (Deborah) Grace, nieces Mary Beth (Brian) Grace-Smith, Melinda (Gene) Grace-Ward, Amy Grace, Jennifer Jalette, Lisa (Clifford) Bahlinger, Deborah (Terence) Sheehan, 13 great nieces and nephews....

Jeffrey Alan Singleton

Jeffrey Alan Singleton

Apr 19, 2025

Jeffrey Alan Singleton, 64, passed from this life on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at his home in

Wadsworth Township.  Jeff was born November 17, 1960, to John and Nancy Singleton in Norton, Ohio, where he

excelled in baseball, and graduated class of 1979. His greatest ambition was to follow in his

father’s footsteps and become a professional baseball pitcher, but an injury from...

Lawrence Alan Long

Lawrence Alan Long

Apr 18, 2025

Lawrence Alan Long age 71 a Resident of Barberton,OhioHe went to his eternal home in Heaven On Friday 4/18/2025 to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus.Lawrence is preceded in death by his father Harley McFarland and his mother Barbara Ward ( preceded in death by his Stepfather Jim Long)Lawrence, was born on 5/8/1953 in Toledo , Ohio to Harley...

Donald Wayne Moore

Donald Wayne Moore

Apr 14, 2025

Donald Wayne Moore, 84, passed away April 14, 2025.  He was born June 16, 1940 in Parkersburg, West Virginia, the son of the late Harley and Gula Moore.  Wayne will always be remembered for his love of country music, gardening, and going on long walks.  He was a very trusting person and would enjoy visiting with anyone.  He never met...

Keith Edward Watts

Keith Edward Watts

Apr 14, 2025

Keith Edward Watts, 76, of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, lost his year long battle with skin cancer on April 14, 2025 at Akron General Hospital just before noon. Mr. Watts was born in Fillmore, California on September 28, 1948. He moved to Ohio in 1971 and was a resident of Portage and Summit counties. Mr. Watts is survived by his daughter...

Sheila Lynn Knotts

Sheila Lynn Knotts

Apr 12, 2025

Sheila L. Knotts, 78, passed away April 12, 2025 to be with her Lord and Savior. She was born in Dayton, Ohio on January 19, 1947. She lived in Cuyahoga Falls for two and a half years to be with her daughter and granddaughter. Sheila graduated from Garfield High School and attended the University of Akron. She retired from Ameritech...

Cynthia Grace Sapronetti

Cynthia Grace Sapronetti

Apr 11, 2025

Cynthia “Cindy” Grace Anslow Sapronetti, 86, of Akron, OH, died peacefully on April 11, 2025. She is preceded in death by her late husband, Richard Lee Sapronetti, in 2016. She is survived by three children, Todd Freshwater of Cleveland, OH, Blake Freshwater of Gallatin, TN and Michael Sapronetti of Arlington, VA; five stepchildren; and fourteen grandchildren. The family thanks the...

Marjorie A. Potye

Marjorie A. Potye

Apr 10, 2025

Marjorie “Marge” A. Potye, 101, of Wadsworth, passed peacefully in her sleep, April 10, 2025.

Marge was born in East Liverpool, Ohio, to Charles A. and Estella (Volk) Storck on January 24, 1924. She lived in Cleveland and Alliance as a youngster, graduating from Alliance High School in 1942. She married George A. Potye, September 26, 1981. The couple lived in...

Carolyn Regina Pfeifer

Carolyn Regina Pfeifer

Apr 10, 2025

Carolyn R. Pfeifer, 91, passed away April 10, 2025. She was born May 24, 1933 in Nanticoke, Pennsylvania, the daughter of the late John and Rose Dzoch. If you ever had the opportunity to have met her, you would know Carolyn was a sweetheart, a force of nature, protective of her children and grandchildren, and one tough lady. She could...

Carol Ann Ratcliff

Carol Ann Ratcliff

Apr 9, 2025

Carol Ann Ratcliff, aged 88, passed away on April 9, 2025, in Akron, Ohio.  Born on July 9, 1936 to Charles and Amy Barnby.Preceded in death by her beloved husband, Clarence (Gene) Ratcliff, and son Charles (Chuck) Ratcliff, Carol's legacy continues through her children and grandchildren. She is survived by her daughter, Kim Pritchett (Roger) of Exton, Pennsylvania; son, Chris...

Garcha Avtar Singh

Garcha Avtar Singh

Apr 8, 2025

Garcha A Singh, age 88, passed away peacefully at home on April 8, 2025. He is survived by children, grandchildren and many friends from around the world. Born in India, he grew up in East Africa and studied in Israel and Kent State University where he was employed in a variety of positions. He helped numerous students from all over...

Edreia Jones

Edreia Jones

Apr 1, 2025

Edreia “Edra” Jones, 61, gained her heavenly wings April 1, 2025, surrounded by family.

She was born on August 3, 1963 in San Francisco, California to Sharon F. Edwards and Elam Edwards. She was a lifetime resident of Akron, Ohio and graduated from Kenmore High School in 1981. Following graduation, Edreia served in the United States Army, where she received an...

James W. Porter

James W. Porter

Apr 1, 2025

James W. Porter 90 of Kent, Ohio formerly of Scottsdale, PA passed away April 1, 2025 at University Hospital Portage Ravenna, Ohio. 

Jim was born October 7, 1934 in Charleroi, PA, a son of James S. and Nell Marie Cottom Porter. Jim was a farmer and huge Steeler fan. He was preceded in death by his wife of 40 years Phyllis...

Gary Wayne Poore

Gary Wayne Poore

Mar 31, 2025

Gary W. Poore left this earth on March 31, 2025. He leaves behind to grieve his departure his wife Ginger Poore, brothers David Poore and Thomas Poore. As well as his dog and six kitties. He also leaves many dear friends.

He served as Corpman in the United States Navy. It was the proudest time of his life.

Celebration of his life...

Angela Marie Swann

Angela Marie Swann

Mar 30, 2025

Angela Marie Swann, affectionately  known as “Phorever” and later “Blu”, she was a

mother, sister, aunt and grandmother. She was diagnosed with breast cancer two and a half years ago.

She put up a fight but this sickness got the best of her. The cancer spread to her bones. She fell asleep

Sunday March 31, 2025 at Cleveland Clinic Akron General Hospital Akron...

Beverly Ann Myers

Beverly Ann Myers

Mar 28, 2025

Beverly Ann Myers (nee Robertson) age 80 of Akron was called home to be with the Lord on March 28, 2025. With her family at her side, she entered into the peaceful arms of angels and onwards to her heavenly father.

Beverly graduated from Ellet high school in 1962. She started her career with the government at the Federal Aviation Administration...