Obituaries

Local Ohio Obituaries

Daniel Joseph Parr

Daniel Joseph Parr

Sep 7, 2023

Daniel Joseph Parr, age 39, passed away suddenly on September 7, 2023.

Danny had a great sense of humor and a smile that would light up a room. He loved riding his motorcycle side by side and camping. He loved all his adventures with his dad. Daniel love his wife, Autumn, very much.

He is survived by his parents Jeff...

Sandra Louise Bassett

Sandra Louise Bassett

Sep 7, 2023

Sandra Louise Bassett born on January 06, 1951. Passed away on September 07, 2023 at the age of 72. Loving Daughter of George Bassett (Deceased) and Janet Mechling (Deceased). Loving mother of Jason Bassett (Deceased) Loving sister of Richard Bassett, Michael Bassett, Gail Mechling, Hope Mechling, Dale Mechling and Charles Mechling. Loving Aunt to many. Loving friend to many. We...

Vicki Lee Rasmussen

Vicki Lee Rasmussen

Sep 7, 2023

Vicki Rasmussen (Johnson), 64, was called home Sept 7, 2023, after a courageous fight with breast cancer. Vicki worked as a Pathologist at Case Western Reserve University for over 13 years. She was book of knowledge, and she knew just about everything. To those she loved and those that loved her, she was loyal and loving and for those who...

Darlene Marie Wilkins

Darlene Marie Wilkins

Sep 7, 2023

Darlene Marie Wilkins, 80, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away September 7, 2023, following natural causes. She was born July 12, 1943, in Louisville, Kentucky, the daughter of Paul and Marie O'Donnell. On May 26th she married Thomas Wilkins, and they shared 58 years of marriage.

Darlene was a stay-at-home Mom for the most of her life. She was an...

Richard E Nichols

Richard E Nichols

Sep 5, 2023

Richard E Nichols, beloved son, brother, father, and friend, passed away on September 5, 2023, in Cleveland, Ohio. He was born on August 28, 1964, in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. Richard's life was marked by his dedication to his work and his love for his family and friends.Richard spent the majority of his career working at Kent State University, where he...

Thomas L. Takarchek

Thomas L. Takarchek

Sep 5, 2023

 

Thomas L. Takarchek, 54, of Akron, OH passed away 09/05/2023 at Summa Hospital.

He was born 08/29/1969 in Akron, OH, the son of Harry and Janet (Seeders) Takarchek.

On 11/05/1994, he married Melissa A. (Vaughn) Takarchek. Together they shared 29 happy years of marriage.

Tom was born and raised in Akron (Ellet), OH. He retired after 33 years of...

Diane L. Snider

Diane L. Snider

Sep 5, 2023

 

Diane L. (Bishop) Snider, 75, of Jackson Township, passed away peacefully in to the arms of Jesus surrounded by family on September 5, 2023. She was born in Akron, Ohio on October 20, 1947 to the late Robert and Ernestine Bishop. Along with her parents, Diane was preceded in death by her son Jonathon L. Snider in 2021. Diane graduated...

George Reginald Cook

George Reginald Cook

Sep 4, 2023

GEORGE REGINALD COOK (REGGIE)

(WOO WOO) 35 WAS BORN IN

ÀKRON OHIO ON JUNE 29th 1988

TO REGINA COOK AND GEORGE MERRIWEATHER & (JAMES VARGAS)

THE LIFE OF THE PARTY IS HOW THIS STORY GOES! ANY ROOM GEORGE WALKED INTO HE OWNED IT A SUPER WISE GUY WITH THE KNOWLEDGE OF A ELEPHANT HEART AND STRENGTH OF A TIGER AND A REAL...

Sandra Lee Dario

Sandra Lee Dario

Sep 4, 2023

 

Sandra Lee Dario (Hall), 84 of Akron, OH passed away peacefully on September 4, 2023.

She was born February 22, 1939, in Akron, Ohio, the daughter of Y. Grace (Norman) Hall/Porter and Leroy Hall.

On October 15, 1960, she married Albert Dario. Together they shared many happy years of marriage.

Sandy loved her sports teams, especially NASCAR, The Indians,...

Lois Marie Thompson-Lytton

Lois Marie Thompson-Lytton

Sep 4, 2023

Lois Marie (Thompson) Lytton went home to be with the Lord on September 4, 2023, just shy of her 92nd birthday.  Lois was a proud wife, mother of 5, grandmother of 5, great grandmother of 6 and great great grandmother of 2. Lois was born on September 28, 1931, and lived most of her life in Tallmadge, OH where she was a member of St. Mark Lutheran Church...

Steve Thomas Pinczes Jr.

Steve Thomas Pinczes Jr.

Sep 3, 2023

Steve Thomas Pinczes Jr, 64, passed away September 3, 2023 after a long battle with lung cancer.Steve was born in Akron, Ohio where he lived his whole life. He was a graduate of Akron North High school. He then served in the United States Marine Corps from 1976-1982. His hobbies were pool, golfing, and playing poker.Steve was preceded in death...

Michael Alan Myers

Michael Alan Myers

Sep 3, 2023

 

Michael Alan Myers (Mike) 63 of Barberton, OH passed away September 3rd 2023. He was born July 24th 1960 in Barberton, OH.

The son of the late Robert Myers and Jacqueline Smith. On June 20th 1990 He married Laura kozak together they shared 33 years of marriage.

Mike Retired from Chucks Auto Wrecking as a Mechanic. He enjoyed Euchre,...

Caroline H. Ernst

Caroline H. Ernst

Sep 3, 2023

Caroline H. Ernst, 50, passed away September 3, 2023 after a brief illness.  She was born in Akron on March 9, 1973, the daughter of Pamela Gunderson and the late William Cook.  She will always be remembered as a friendly person.  Her smile was infectious and everyone who met her loved her.  She worked for many years at the Waterloo Restaurant and later at...

Terry M. Hackman

Terry M. Hackman

Sep 2, 2023

Terry M. Hackman, 77, of Green, Ohio passed away 9-2-23 at Summa City Hospital in Akron, Ohio following many medical conditions. He was born 9-14-45 in Barberton, Ohio, the son of Ralph and Helen Hackman. On 6-8-91, he married Deborah. Together they shared 32 years of marriage.

Terry graduated from Mogadore High School in 1963. He was an Army...

Dell Elaine Williams

Dell Elaine Williams

Sep 1, 2023

Dell Elaine Williams, 77, peacefully passed away September 1, 2023, at Summa Healthcare.

Dell Elaine Williams (Delaney) was born to Earl and Eva Delaney on March 31, 1946, in Akron, Ohio.  Known best to everyone by Elaine.  She was a lifelong resident of  Akron and attended Akron Public schools.  She graduated from South High School in 1964 and retired from Morse...

William L. Rutan

William L. Rutan

Sep 1, 2023

William L. (Bill) Rutan passed away on Friday September 1 at age 92. He was born on April 11, 1931 in Akron Ohio and graduated from East High School in 1949.

Bill was always helping others, including his mother and sister after his father passed away when he was 12.

After hiring in at Goodyear Tire at 19, Bill was...

Frederick Eugene Matthews Jr

Frederick Eugene Matthews Jr

Sep 1, 2023

 

Fred Matthews passed away after a brief illness on September 1, 2023 surrounded by family.He was born in Akron, Ohio on August 11,1946. He graduated from Springfield High School. Following graduation he enlisted in the Marines and went to Vietnam where he was stationed in Chu Lai. Upon his return from Vietnam he was employed by P.I.E. Trucking, and...

Mark S. Lacefield

Mark S. Lacefield

Aug 31, 2023

Our amazing father Mark (64) left us unexpectedly August 31. He was a Kenmore High School alumni and had lived in the Akron/Barberton area for the majority of his life. Dad had been a surveyor at Campbell's & Associates for almost 2 decades, where he made lifelong friendships. In his later years he retired from Special Pack and being a...

Michael Walter Leosewski

Michael Walter Leosewski

Aug 31, 2023

Michael Walter Leosewski, a skilled Welder known for his meticulous craftsmanship, passed away peacefully at his home in Twinsburg, Ohio on August 31, 2023. Born on December 19, 1950, in Cleveland, Ohio to Doris and Walter Leosewski, Michael's life was filled with hard work, dedication to his craft, and a passion for woodworking and antiquing.Throughout his career as a Welder,...

Connie Lou Hall

Connie Lou Hall

Aug 31, 2023

Connie Lou Hall, 81, of Akron, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on August 31, 2023. Connie was born in Diana, West Virginia on June19, 1942.

Connie is preceded in death by her parents, son David B Schrader, sister Jean Reynolds, and granddaughter Morgan Hall. Connie is survived by her sister Sue Coakley of Virginia and Children...