Local Ohio Obituaries
Umberto Pietro Antonio Artuso
Feb 26, 2026
Umberto Pietro Antonio Artuso, 64, passed away peacefully in his sleep on February 26, 2026, at Southwest General Health Center in Middleburg Heights, Ohio. He was born on July 25, 1961, in Ethiopia, Africa.
Umberto was a man of humor, heart, and deep appreciation for life’s simple pleasures…especially food. He had a special relationship with a good meal; when he sat...
Mike MacMillan
Feb 26, 2026
Michael (Mike) John MacMillan, 60, passed away on Thursday, February 26, 2026. Mike was born on March 4, 1965 in Cleveland, Ohio. Mike is survived by his mom, Virginia (Berghian) Gossett; step-mom, Kathleen MacMillan; brothers Jim MacMillan (Chris), Mike Gossett (Michelle), Doug Piascik (Anessia), and Joel Gossett (Susan); sister-in-law Cindy MacMillan; and many nieces and nephews. Mike was preceded in...
Jerome R. France Jr.
Feb 24, 2026
Jerome R France Jr., 79, of Akron, passed away peacefully at home, with his loved ones by his side, after a courageous battle with cancer, on February 24, 2026.
He was born on November 24, 1946, in Akron Ohio to the late Jerome and Loretta (DeMars) France Sr.
Jerry was a man who found joy in life’s simple and meaningful pleasures. He...
Frank Paul Yacobucci Jr.
Feb 22, 2026
Frank passed away peacefully on February 22.
Frank spent his entire life in North Hill, a place he proudly called home and built lasting memories and connections with neighbors and friends throughout his 84 years. He was a familiar presence and many would see him still walking the Hill even as recently as this past summer.
He was preceded in death by...
Laura Angioletta Artuso
Feb 22, 2026
Laura Angiolette Artuso, 90, faithful servant of God, went home to the Lord, on Sunday, February 22, 2026. Beloved wife of Antonio Artuso (deceased); dear mother of Cathy (Mario) Desensi, Umberto Artuso, and John Artuso; loving Nonna to Mario Desensi Jr., Victoria (Ryan) Desensi, Rosetherese (Brian) Fox, Anthony Artuso, Alexis Artuso, Alyssa Artuso, Alivia Artuso, Laura Artuso, Niko Artuso, and...
Edith Beatrice Lowden
Feb 20, 2026
In great sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and Gigi on February 20, 2026, at the age of 85, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Randolph, Ohio on Sept 13, 1940, to Robert and Agnes Klein, she was the youngest of 5 siblings. She grew up in Suffield and graduated from Suffield High School. She...
Madeline Faye Haasz
Feb 20, 2026
Madeline Faye "Mickie" Haasz, 83, passed away February 20, 2026. She was born in Akron on February 7, 1943, the daughter of the late Robert and Betty Rollins. Madeline grew up in Barberton, Ohio and graduated from Coventry High School and the Idabelle Firestone School of Nursing. She later retired from the University of Akron Infirmary. In addition to her...
Jimmie Marie Bennett
Feb 20, 2026
Jimmie "JJ" Marie Bennett, 72, passed away February 20, 2026. She was born February 14, 1954 in Akron, the daughter of the late James and Harriet Case. Jimmie will always be remembered as a fun, friendly and outgoing person. She loved to dance and listen to music. Jimmie also took great pride tending to her house plants and feeding the...
John Lewis Bender
Feb 19, 2026
John Lewis Bender
May 7th, 1966 - February 19th, 2026
In the early hours of the morning on Thursday, February 19th, John Lewis Bender, 59, rejoiced in the arms of Christ after a valorous battle with cancer.
John was an incredibly hard-worker. He gave everything his all in such a meticulous manner that everyone would ask if he was an engineer. He was...
James Thomas Callihan
Feb 18, 2026
James Thomas Callihan, 59, of Akron, passed away on February 18, 2026. He was born on February 21, 1966.
James spent much of his career working as a truck driver. He had a deep love for music and was talented in playing many instruments. Music was an important part of his life.
He is survived by his sons, Jarad, Harley, Nik, and...
Robert Lee Reynolds
Feb 15, 2026
Robert Lee Reynolds, 65, passed away February 15, 2026. He was born August 15, 1960 in Akron, the son of the late Ernest and Dorothy Reynolds. Robert was a well known character in Goodyear Heights. He wasn’t perfect, but he had a caring, loyal and protective heart for his family and friends. After having a childhood accident that brought challenges,...
Amy Jo McCortney
Feb 15, 2026
Amy Jo McCortney, 54, of Akron Ohio, passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully with her husband at her side, on February 15th, 2026. All who knew her are deeply saddened and her family devastated.Amy was born on June 21st, 1971 in Akron, Ohio to Linda Sudia and Dave McCortney. Known for her warmth and humor, anyone in her presence found profound...
Kathie Jane Husk
Feb 15, 2026
Kathie Jane Husk, 67, passed away February 15, 2026. She was born September 19, 1958, in Canton, the daughter of the late Leroy and Effie Stickler Sr. Kathie will always be remembered as a feisty person. She was hard working and raised her granddaughters. She loved Mountain Dew and Oatmeal cream pies. In her free time, she like coloring, doing...
Buffy Joseph
Feb 15, 2026
Buffy Joseph, 60, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026.
Born on November 14, 1965, in Akron, Ohio, Buffy was the daughter of Chester and Lois Twiggs, who preceded her in death.
Buffy will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 40 years, Rick; her children, Tabitha (Josh) and Ricky; her bonus granddaughter, Sawyer; her sisters, Drema (Rock) and Joyce; her brother-in-law,...
Carol Joy Gardner
Feb 14, 2026
Carol Joy Gardner left this world on February 14, 2026, but the love she gave and the lessons she shared will remain with us forever.
Born on December 28, 1943, in Lewisburg, West Virginia. Carol graduated from Rootstown High School and Bohecker’s Business College. She married the love of her life, John David Gardner, on December 29, 1964, in Glasgow, Montana.
To...
Barbara Lynn Newlon
Feb 13, 2026
Barbara Newlon, 66, passed away at home surrounded by loved ones in the morning of Friday February 13th, after a 6 month fight with cancer.
She will be dearly missed by her fiancé Dale Baranyi, children Jamie Henderson, Ricky Lutz, Candice Lutz, Cheyanne, Clayton, Dakota and Reno Smallwood, brothers Jeff and Jim Newlon, as well as the local wildlife she cared...
Cammie "Teray" Hammond
Feb 12, 2026
Cammie “Teray” Hammond, a lifelong resident of Akron, Ohio. She was born on December 14, 1967, and entered eternal rest on February 12, 2026.
Cammie graduated from East High School. and went on to dedicate her life to caring for others. She worked in multiple nursing facilities as a nurse’s aide, where her compassion and patience touched countless lives. Helping people...
Antonio "Tony" Settimio
Feb 11, 2026
Antonio Settimio, lovingly known as Tony, passed away on February 11, 2026. He was born on September 9, 1955, in Chieti, Italy, to the late Gasparino and Nicoletta (Cantoli) Settimio.
Tony was preceded in death by his parents and his former spouse, Deborah. He is survived by his beloved children, Michael Settimio, Nicole (Michael) Schade, and Ashley (John) DeVisser. Tony was...
Glenn H. Case "Butch"
Feb 10, 2026
Forever in our hearts, Glenn H. Case, 79, of Akron, Ohio, passed away surrounded by his loving family and close friends on February 10, 2026, at Summa City Hospital.He is survived by his daughter, Sonya Hart; grandchildren, Brandon Hart (Renee) and Emily Cordle (Shy); great-grandchildren, Sophia, Brandon Jr. "BJ," Lucas and Mae; and a large community of loving friends who...
Charles R. Lehman
Feb 10, 2026
Charles “Charlie” R. Lehman, 77, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on February 17, 1948, in Somerset, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Ralph Lehman and Thelma (Mull) Wagner.
Charlie proudly served his country in the United States Army as a decorated Vietnam veteran and Army Drill Sergeant —...
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