Obituaries

Local Ohio Obituaries

Cindy Wagner

Cindy Wagner

Jan 23, 2026

Cindy Wagner, age 51, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on January 23rd, 2026 surrounded by love.

Cindy was a devoted mother, daughter, partner, teacher, and friend whose kindness and joy left a lasting impression on everyone who knew her. She is survived by her son, Ben Eby; her daughter, Erin Eby; her mother, Linda Baumgartner; and her fiancé, Jeff Krause. She...

Ralph A Braun

Ralph A Braun

Jan 23, 2026

Ralph A. Braun, age 79, of Novelty, Ohio, passed away on January 23, 2026. He made his home in Novelty after marrying his beloved wife, Charleen Dowling Braun, in 1976.

Ralph was a loving father and father-in-law to Jennifer (David Maravola) and Therese (Chris Farnen). He was born in Washington, D.C., to Godfrey and Florence Braun (née Stolfa), the second of...

Ralph Jones

Ralph Jones

Jan 23, 2026

Ralph Jones, 77, passed away peacefully January 23, 2026.

Born on May 29, 1948, in Akron, Ohio to parents Don Paul Jones and Peggy Dolittle (Kline), Ralph grew up in west Akron, attending Buchtel High School and then joined the United States Navy (1966-68) where he was stationed in Spain as a welder. Following the Navy, Ralph returned to Akron where...

Rhonda Christine Raymond

Rhonda Christine Raymond

Jan 23, 2026

Rhonda Christine Raymond, age 88, of Fairlawn, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2026. She was born on October 26, 1937, in Spencer, West Virginia, and made Fairlawn her home for more than 30 years.

Rhonda was a quiet and reserved woman whose gentle nature and steady presence brought comfort to those around her. She found happiness in life’s simple...

James Scott Stauffer Sr.

James Scott Stauffer Sr.

Jan 23, 2026

James (Jim) Scott Stauffer Sr. went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday January 23, 2026. Jim was born in Youngstown Ohio on September 12, 1931 to Boyd Stauffer Sr. & Sarah Isabel (Scott) Stauffer. He is preceded in death by, his parents, and 2 brothers, Boyd (Jane) Stauffer Jr. and David (Charlene) Stauffer.

Jim is...

Carol J Meyers

Carol J Meyers

Jan 22, 2026

Carol J Meyers (nee Klamm) 87, passed away peacefully January 22, 2026. Born August 21, 1938, in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Andrew and Catherine (nee Nothoff) Klamm. Beloved mother of Laura (Dale) Grospitch, cherished grandmother of Christopher Grospitch (Makayla) and Kelly Smith (Roger). Dearest sister of Mary Carroll (nee Klamm) (deceased) and sister-in-law to Mike Carroll (deceased). Dearest aunt...

Kingsley Gordon Crowe

Kingsley Gordon Crowe

Jan 22, 2026

Kingsley Crowe, 98, originally of Alderville First Nation, Ontario, Canada, and Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, passed away on Thursday January 22, 2026

A son of Borden and Lucy (Simpson) Crowe, he was born on February 23, 1927.

Kingsley was a devoted husband, loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and uncle who dedicated his life to caring for his family. A lifelong lover of sports,...

Geraldine Sharpe

Geraldine Sharpe

Jan 21, 2026

On January 21, 2026, Geraldine Sharpe left this Earth to be with her beloved husband, Ronald Sharpe. She was born in Gadsden, Alabama and later moved to Akron, Ohio.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Ronald Sharpe, and two sons, Michael Rogers and Preston Sims Sr., and one brother, Fredrick Warren.

She leaves to cherish her memory, one brother, Arnold...

Robert "Bob" A. Battig Jr.

Robert "Bob" A. Battig Jr.

Jan 21, 2026

Robert “Bob” A. Battig Jr., 79, of Medina, passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2026 at the Justice T. Rogers Hospice Care Center in Akron, Ohio.

A son of the late Robert A. Battig Sr. and Elsa J. (Moore) Battig, he was born on October 27, 1946 in Wadsworth, Ohio.

Bob graduated Wadsworth Highschool and served 4 years in the US Army....

Lora Lynne Putnam

Lora Lynne Putnam

Jan 20, 2026

Lora Lynne Putnam (née Muir) of Akron, Ohio, made her journey to her heavenly home on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. She was born on November 6, 1961, the beloved daughter of Edward and Thelma Muir.



Lora was a graduate of Ellet High School in Akron, where she participated in the band as a pompom girl. Her life was grounded in devotion...

John Mark Gooding

John Mark Gooding

Jan 20, 2026

0n January 20,2026 John Mark Gooding of Akron Ohio has passed away peacefully he is survived by his father Jerry (Shirley) mother Carolyn, sisters Carly and Felicia, brothers Scott and Mark and many other family and friends, he always had a passion for music and photography, there will be no services as he always wished.

Arrangements entrusted to Adams Mason Funeral...

George F. Vance

George F. Vance

Jan 17, 2026

George F. Vance, 82, of Uniontown, passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2026.

A son of the late Irwin H. and Mildred J. (Blair) Vance, he was born on March 4, 1943, in Akron, Ohio.

George began his life’s work at the age of 11, following in his father’s footsteps. He became a precision machinist and devoted his career to the family...

Russell A. Johnson

Russell A. Johnson

Jan 17, 2026

Russell “Russ” A Johnson Jr, 68, passed away on January 17, 2026.

He was born in Akron, Ohio where he lived his entire life. He always said he loved it.

He is survived by his partner of 44 years, Eddie “Romeo”Love, his sister Vicki Conley (Bob), his sister-in-law Pat Johnson (Rick), his nieces Brandy Snitchler(Adam), Rachel Tate (Matthew), and Amanda Hiner (Jamie)....

William Michael England

William Michael England

Jan 16, 2026

William (Mike) Michael England, age 79, made the journey to his heavenly home on January 16, 2026. Mike was born in Cullman, Alabama to the late William Howard and Maebelle (Kilgo) England.

Upon graduating from Cullman High School, Mike enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps where he served in the Vietnam War before being honorably discharged in 1969.

The first half of...

Margaret A. Horvath

Margaret A. Horvath

Jan 15, 2026

Margaret Ann Horvath (née Rogal), 77, of Doylestown, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 15, 2026, surrounded by the family she loved so deeply.She was born September 23, 1948, in Akron, Ohio, the beloved daughter of Albert and Elizabeth Rogal (née Karpel).

Peggy was the love of James (Jim) Horvath’s life, and together they shared 60 beautiful years of marriage....

Frances Genevieve Rouse

Frances Genevieve Rouse

Jan 13, 2026

Frances Genevieve Rouse, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and a devoted nursing home administrator, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2026, in Barberton, Ohio, after a prolonged illness. Born on February 18, 1941, in Akron, Ohio, she lit up the lives of those around her with her strength and tenacity.

Frances embarked on a meaningful career in healthcare, serving as a...

Jaquell Simone Cox-Howard

Jaquell Simone Cox-Howard

Jan 13, 2026

Jaquell Simone Cox-Howard, 44, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on January 13, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on June 14, 1981, she was the daughter of Jacqueline Cox-Young and her bonus father, the late Leroy Young Sr., who raised her with devotion.

A proud product of Akron Public Schools, Jaquell was a woman of many talents and...

Rosemarie Herman

Rosemarie Herman

Jan 12, 2026

Rosemarie Herman (née Ferrise), born on November 18, 1954, in Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2026, in Tallmadge, Ohio. She was 71 years old.

A graduate of the University of Akron, Rose earned a degree in computer technology and pursued a life enriched by both intellectual pursuits and creative expression. Her professional path reflected her dedication to learning...

Richard Charles Breedlove

Richard Charles Breedlove

Jan 12, 2026

Richard Charles Breedlove, 90 passed away January 12, 2026. He was born June 15, 1935 in Akron and he served his country during the Korean War in the United States Marine Corp. 

Richard will always be remembered as a proud Marine, and a man of few words. 

He is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Patricia Breedlove; son Rich Breedlove;...

Nathan E. Ketterman III

Nathan E. Ketterman III

Jan 11, 2026

Nathan Eugene Ketterman III, 44, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on January 11, 2026.

He was born on August 27, 1981, in Akron, Ohio.

Nathan was known for his beautiful smile, his sense of humor, and his loving heart. Those closest to him remember his ability to make people laugh, his genuine care for others, and the positive impact he had on...