Obituaries

Local Ohio Obituaries

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...

John "Jack" Austin Fronk

John "Jack" Austin Fronk

Apr 13, 2025

John “Jack” Austin Fronk, 92, went home to be with the Lord on 4/13/2025. Born in Cherry Tree, PA, Jack was a resident of Stow, OH for more than 65 years.

He was employed by Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company during the time HQ was located in Akron, Ohio until his retirement in 1981. Known to many friends and family as...

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...

John Edward Higginbotham

John Edward Higginbotham

Mar 31, 2025

John was born in Bowling Green, KY. August 28, 1948 to parents Thurman Fields Higginbotham and Georgia (Pettigo) Higginbotham. His early years were spent with paternal grandparents Edward and Bessie Ray Higginbotham in Indianapolis, IN., with frequent trips to Kentucky. His friends and large extended family knew him as “Eddie”.

He was raised with Southern Baptist beliefs and referenced that often...

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 30, 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...

Larry Jay Fronk

Larry Jay Fronk

Mar 26, 2025

Larry Jay Fronk, 66, went home to be with the Lord, surrounded by family and friends on 3/26/2025. Born in Stow, OH, Larry was a resident of Stow/Cuyahoga Falls his entire life.

He was a skilled tradesman for Frank Lucco Company until his retirement in 2018. He was also a member of the Ohio Operating Engineers Union. Larry was a sportsman...

Albert Lee Brown Jr.

Albert Lee Brown Jr.

Mar 26, 2025

Albert Lee Brown Jr., 60, passed away March 26, 2025. He was born September 23, 1964, in Barberton, OH, the son of Daisy Pearson and the late Albert L. Brown Sr. He spent his earlier years in Bolivar, TN with his beloved grandmother Moma Tina and his aunt Pat. He graduated high school in Bolivar with the class of 82....