Obituaries

Local Ohio Obituaries

Charles Robert Garr Jr.

Charles Robert Garr Jr.

Jul 20, 2023

Charles Robert Garr Jr., 65, passed away July 20 2023.

He was born October 14,1957 in Akron,Ohio to Willow ford and Charles Robert Garr Sr. He was a hard working man dedicated husband and father. His favorite hobby was working on cars his favorite holiday was Christmas.

 

Preceded in death by Mother Willow Ford, father Charles Robert Garr Sr,...

Deborah Roberta Shortridge

Deborah Roberta Shortridge

Jul 18, 2023

Deborah Shortridge.  Born Jan 25, 1963 at akron general hospital.  Chosen daughter of Martha and James O'Donnell. Devoted wife of James Shortridge,  mother of son James Wagner and devoted mother and best friend of daughter Trulee Wagner.  Debby always had a positive outlook on life. Despite the many hardships and challenges she had to endure,  she never let it break...

Bhagi Darnal

Bhagi Darnal

Jul 18, 2023

Life Celebration with Bhagi Darnal

Bhagi Darnal son of Til Bdr Darnal & Kaile Maya Darnal was born in Sibsoo Bhutan on 01/01/1953. He got married with Budha Biswa in the year

1980. Children (sons) were:

Bikash Biswa Manoi Biswa & Surai Darnal Daughter in laws are: Kabita Darnal & Manita Biswa. They together were

blessed with three children (hows)....

Gladys A. Hilgert

Gladys A. Hilgert

Jul 17, 2023

In Loving Memory of Gladys A. Hilgert, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt, peacefully passed away on July 17, 2023. Born on November 7, 1948, in Lima, Honduras to Ovidio Ayala and Crescencia Castro. Her life was filled with love, compassion, and unwavering devotion to her family.Gladys will forever be remembered by her beloved husband, Robert S. Hilgert,...

Miriam Louise Ridinger

Miriam Louise Ridinger

Jul 16, 2023

Miriam was a longtime Kent resident Miriam Ridinger, 93, passed away peacefully July 16, 2023. Born in Akron, Ohio on January 15, 1930, she was the daughter of Ward Wetzel and Evelyn Lindsay Wetzel. She was married for 68 years to her beloved husband, Gerald “Jug” Ridinger, before he passed away in 2020.

Miriam graduated from Buchtel High School in...

Evett Michelle Brooks

Evett Michelle Brooks

Jul 15, 2023

Evett Michelle Brooks had an unquenchable hunger for adventure, undeniable voracity for new experiences, a seemingly ever-present smile, and the propensity to seek out the silver lining in any given situation. She was a wordsmith who wanted to share her experiences, knowledge and stories.

Evett would say that, Awesome, had blessed this world with her presence on July 23rd, 1978, -...

Louella "Jean" Watkins

Louella "Jean" Watkins

Jul 15, 2023

On 7/15/2023 at 4:50am our Mother began dancing in Heaven. She was Loved by many. Her patient’s and their families, Immediate family, Girlfriends, Co-Worker, and Neighbors.

Jean loved her Daughter – Tina Marie in Florida, her Son – Bradford Ray in Thailand.  Her son & daughter in Love – James Lee and Becky Shaughnessy. Many of Brad’s childhood friends loved...

Julie K. Roberts

Julie K. Roberts

Jul 14, 2023

Julie Roberts from Canton, Ohio (Akron) suddenly passed away at the age of 51 on July 14th, 2023. She will be lovingly remembered by her partner of 13 years Sonny Middour, children Cody Dilts, Jake Roberts, Joe Roberts, 5 grandchildren as well as numerous family members and friends. She had a pure heart and kind soul. She had a great...

Michael Albert Fraley

Michael Albert Fraley

Jul 14, 2023

Michael Albert Fraley, born June 29, 1970, passed away peacefully on Friday July 14 2023, surrounded by family, after a brief illness.  Michael grew up in Kent, Ohio and graduated from Kent State University with dual bachelor’s degrees in History and English.  He then continued his studies, graduating from The Ohio State University with a master’s degree in Education.  Michael...

Kenneth Ray Hoffman

Kenneth Ray Hoffman

Jul 13, 2023

Ken Hoffman of Hudson Ohio loved life, and he lived it with exceptional enthusiasm and gusto.

His passing has left a hole in the lives of all who knew him. And for those who loved him, the world will never be the same without his courageous, indomitable spirit.

Gregarious, genuine, and charming, Ken emanated a zest for life that was...

Derrell R. Hollis Jr.

Derrell R. Hollis Jr.

Jul 12, 2023

Derrell R. Hollis Jr. passed away on July 12th, 2023, at the age of 59. He was born November 9th—"the same day the Berlin Wall fell”—in 1963. He was preceded in death by his father, Derrell R. Hollis Sr. He is survived by his wife, Tracey; his children, Ashley (Jeff), Daniel, and Jake; his mother, Martha; his sisters, Cindy and...

Lee E. Quinn

Lee E. Quinn

Jul 12, 2023

Lee Edna Quinn went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 12, 2023 at Summa Health Center in Akron Ohio. She was born on May 12, 1930 in Starkville Mississippi to Claude L. Sudduth and Doretha Mackay. 

She received her early education in Starkville and graduated from high school in Joliet Illinois. 

She met and married James A....

Shari Lea Juscak

Shari Lea Juscak

Jul 11, 2023

Shari Lea Juscak (age 71) was born November 24,1951 and passed away peacefully on July 11, 2023, at Summa Barberton Hospital Hospice after a lengthy illness.

Shari was a resident of Portage Lakes and leaves her loving husband, Ronald F. Juscak.  She will be reunited with her mother, Armilda M. Sisson; father, Walter Patton; step-father, Harold M. Sisson; brother, Roger...

Tammy Lynn Osborne

Tammy Lynn Osborne

Jul 10, 2023

Tammy Lynn Osborne (McElroy), 61, of Akron, Ohio, ended her battle with cancer and went home to be with the Lord, the evening of July 10, 2023, at Summa Health System – Barberton Campus, with her husband and children at her bedside.   She was born the daughter of Judith Sellers (Derby) and George McElroy in Barberton, Ohio on March 17,...

Vincent Anthony Michel

Vincent Anthony Michel

Jul 8, 2023

Vincent Anthony Michel, born December 24, 1997, and passed on July 8, 2023. Vincent was born in Portsmouth VA, and resided his entire life in Akron, OH.Vincent is survived by his parents Danielle and Stephen.  The best brother, Nicholas (Haley) and his favorite  nephew Jameson.  Grandmothers Sandi, Roseann (Bub), and Fran.  His brother Zach, and sister Simone.  Aunt Jamie, her...

Darlene Richards

Darlene Richards

Jul 8, 2023

It is with deep sadness and grief that the family announce the passing of Darlene Richards (VanFossen/Wright). Darlene went to be with The Lord on the early morning of July 8th, 2023 with her family by her side at home. Darlene will be sadly missed and forever fondly remembered by so many and leaves behind her daughter Debbie Jeffers (VanFossen)...

Wendy Jo Lewis

Wendy Jo Lewis

Jul 8, 2023

Wendy Jo Lewis, age 65 of Akron, passed away peacefully Saturday, July 8, 2023, at home with her husband Walt.  Wendy was born on December 6, 1957, in Germany to the late Robert and Lynn Lewis.

She earned her bachelor's degree in art from Miami University in 1980 and later pursued an associate of applied science in electrical engineering technology...

Robert S. Sipple

Robert S. Sipple

Jul 6, 2023

Robert (Bob) S. Sipple, 76, went to be with the Lord on July 6, 2023. He was a lifelong resident of the Akron, Ohio area.

Robert's powerful presence could light up a room. At an early age he acquired a great passion for riding and building Harley Davidson motorcycles.

Bob proudly owned a Harley shop "Sipple Speed & Custom" for...

Darlene M. Shively

Darlene M. Shively

Jul 5, 2023

Darlene M Shively age 68, of Massillon passed away peacefully Wednesday July 5, 2023 at Mercy hospital with her family by her side following an extended illness. She graduated from Washington high, class of 1973. She spent her entire life in Massillon where she raised her 2 children with her husband Tom. She was a memeber of the VFW post...

Ellen Louise (Nee Brant) Ford

Ellen Louise (Nee Brant) Ford

Jul 3, 2023

Ellen Louise (nee Brant) Ford, age 70, born February 12, 1953.  Ellen passed away quietly with her family around her the afternoon of July 3rd, 2023.

She grew up in Streetsboro, Ohio and graduated from Streetsboro High School class of 1972.

She is preceded in death of by her husband Randall "Randy" K. Ford (2001) and her parents William...