Obituaries

Local Ohio Obituaries

Alvin Kenneth Bailey Jr.

Alvin Kenneth Bailey Jr.

Jun 11, 2024

Alvin Kenneth Bailey Jr. was born in Athens, Tennessee, McMinn County. His faith was Bible Pentecost. He is a member of The Ernest Angley Grace Cathedral Ministry reaching into all with the gospel of Jesus Christ. He accepted Jesus into his heart and received salvation. Coming back to the faith that his parents Alvin Sr. and Gail had raised in...

Marie Annette Studer

Marie Annette Studer

Jun 11, 2024

Marie Annette Studer, 53, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2024. Born on March 3, 1971, in El Paso, Texas, to Ginette and Gilbert Bartlett, Marie was the cherished eldest of three siblings.

Marie was a compassionate and genuine individual, known for her unwavering authenticity. She was a devoted and loving mother and grandmother, always deeply involved in the lives of...

Elizabeth Mae Neidert

Elizabeth Mae Neidert

Jun 10, 2024

In loving memory of Elizabeth Mae Neidert, a devoted tax consultant at H&R Block for 38 years, whose kind, caring, loving, and generous nature touched the hearts of all who knew her. was born on October 31, 1938, in the serene town of Scio, Ohio, where she began her journey through life's chapters.

With heavy hearts, we bid farewell to Elizabeth,...

Joey Ann Cool

Joey Ann Cool

Jun 9, 2024

Joey Ann Cool, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on June 9, 2024, at the age of 49. She was born on September 24, 1974, in Kenmore, Akron, Ohio.

Joey had a zest for life and a deep appreciation friendship and good food. She found joy in surrounding herself with loved ones and creating lasting memories around the...

Tracy Lee Robinson

Tracy Lee Robinson

Jun 8, 2024

Tracy Robinson,  63, passed away on June 8, 2024 in Akron, Ohio due to a longtime illness.  He is survived by his partner of 35 years David Ferko, his two sisters Patricia Gibson and Bonnie Booth, his nephew Joshua Barnett, his niece Kimberly Zimmerman and his two dogs Chaos and Mayhem.  Tracy enjoyed traveling, going to concerts and meeting new...

Mildred Gebhart

Mildred Gebhart

Jun 6, 2024

Mildred Gebhart, 84, passed away June 6, 2024.  Private family services.  She will be laid rest at East Akron Cemetery.  Arrangements entrusted to Adams Mason Funeral Home (330) 535-9186

Shellie R. Uncapher

Shellie R. Uncapher

Jun 2, 2024

Shellie Renee Uncapher, 71, passed away June 2, 2024.  She was born in Braddock, Pennsylvania.  Shellie will always be remembered for her warm vanilla sugar hugs and her love for the Irish culture.  She was a devoted single mother and proud grandmother.  Shellie raised her children with love, strength and perseverance.  Shellie was a very kind and giving person.  She...

Edward Eugene Poulson

Edward Eugene Poulson

May 31, 2024

Edward E. Poulson, 58 known to most who knew him as "Eddie or Ed" passed away on May 31, 2024, with his son by his side.

 

He was a man of immense humor and quick wit always making his friends and family laugh. He friended many people thru his lifetime and was always willing to help anyone as he could before...

Richard A. Young

Richard A. Young

May 31, 2024

Richard "Coach" Dick Young, age 76, longtime PE teacher, Athletic Director, and coach at The Southeast Local School district in Portage County, passed into Eternity on May 31 at Summa Hospice, due to complications of long-term diabetes, Type 1. As he entered his final hours, Rita Starr Young, wife of 52 years, son Matthew Young, daughter Megan Grafton, Andrea Boyes...

Jeffrey B. Hatfield

Jeffrey B. Hatfield

May 31, 2024

Jeffrey Ballard Hatfield Jr. (1981 – 2024)

Jeffrey Ballard Hatfield Jr., 43, of Stow, Ohio passed away after bravely battling cancer on May 31, 2024. Born in Akron, Ohio in 1981 to Mia (Sampson) Moore and Jeffrey B. Hatfield Sr., Jeffrey attended Roswell Kent Middle School and Coventry High School. He will be remembered as loving and generous, dedicated to his family and friends. 

Jeffrey was preceded...

Harlen David Shaw

Harlen David Shaw

May 30, 2024

Harlen David Shaw was a decorated Staff Sergeant of the US Army Infantry who rose quickly within the ranks of the special unit he was assigned to. His dedication to his country and his comrades led to many military accolades including the Bronze Star for his quick actions and thinking that saved many lives within his team. 

Harlen was a man...

Brittany Marie Hudkins

Brittany Marie Hudkins

May 30, 2024

Brittany Marie Hudkins, 31, passed away unexpectedly on May 30, 2024. Brittany was loved by so many. She will always be remembered for her kind heart, big smile, positive attitude, and bubbly personality. She was truly beautiful inside and out. She loved being a big sister and aunt. Brittany is preceded in death by her grandparents, Judy Craft (Clayton Douglas Gatewood),...

Rita Hayward Scurry

Rita Hayward Scurry

May 27, 2024

On Monday May 27, 2024, Rita E. (Hayward) Scurry peacefully went home to the Lord at the age of 72.  She was born on June 20, 1951 in Akron, Ohio.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Sam Hayward and Glam (Diggins) Hayward; as well as her brothers Larry, Paul, and Peter.  Rita is survived by her siblings Eric...

Jon David Craven

Jon David Craven

May 27, 2024

John David Craven (Dave). Was born in Akron, Ohio And resided in Cuyahoga Falls, his entire life. He went home to be with his beloved daughter, Maranda Dove Craven and loving mother Janet Dove Strapp on May 27, 2024. Dave was a decorated chef and master gardener. He loved to eat, drink and laugh with family and friends.  Arrangements entrusted...

Norma Jean Mangus

Norma Jean Mangus

May 24, 2024

Norma Jean Mangus1/30/36 – 5/24/24Norma was born in Akron Ohio and resided in the area her whole life. She graduated Valedictorian from Springfield High School. After graduation, she worked as a secretary. In May of 1963 she married Don C. Mangus – being a loving and caring wife until his death in 2009. She then became a wonderful mother to...

Joyce Ann French

Joyce Ann French

May 23, 2024

Joyce Ann French ( Slaton) passed away on May 23, 2024, at the age of 72 in Navarre, Ohio. Born on July 23rd, 1951 in Canton, Ohio. Joyce will be missed by her sons and daughter-in-law, Charles( Karen) Stout and William Stout Jr. She is also survived by her brother, Michael Carruthers and sister Alice (Tim) Johnstone, 6 grandchildren and...

Lily Virginia Davis

Lily Virginia Davis

May 22, 2024

Lily V. Davis, (89), of Cuyahoga Falls, OH, went to be with the Lord (May 22, 2024), at the home of her granddaughter. Daughter of the late Norman G. and Addie Z. (Hill) Palmer, she was born June 30, 1934, in Brush Valley, Indiana, PA. Lily was a graduate of Pine Township High School. She retired from the YMCA. Lily...

Coolidge Collins Jr.

Coolidge Collins Jr.

May 21, 2024

Coolidge “Calvin, Bug” Collins Jr.  gained his heavenly wings on May 21, 2024

Coolidge was born in Birmingham, AL on December 26, 1949, to the union of Eloise and Coolidge Collins Sr. He was a 1967 graduate of Akron Buchtel High School.  School was very important to him.  He excelled academically in high school and beyond.  He had a thirst for...

Mary Frances Abott

Mary Frances Abott

May 20, 2024

Mary Abbott, beloved by many, peacefully passed away on May 20th at the remarkable age of 103. 

 

Born and raised in Cuyahoga Falls, OH, Mary dedicated her life to caring for others as a nurses aide at Green Cross Hospital. She found immense joy in her work, always cherishing the opportunity to help those in need.

 

Mary was known for her vibrant...

Robert Botz

Robert Botz

May 18, 2024

Robert “Bobby” Botz died peacefully May 18 after a brief illness. Born in Elyria, Ohio, Bobby grew up on the family farm minding animals and spending long days outside, and also discovering a passion for music. He graduated from Garfield Heights High School where he was a part of the band, and joined the U.S. Army. After leaving the military...