Obituaries

Local Ohio Obituaries

Gerald Paul Thompson

Gerald Paul Thompson

Aug 8, 2025

Gerald Paul Thompson, 85, passed away peacefully August 8, 2025.  He was born February 21, 1940 in Akron, the son of the late Gerald R. Thompson and Mary E. Sloop.  He served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps.  Gerald retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in the Chemical Division, and then went on to work at the Summit...

Nelson Eddy Turner

Nelson Eddy Turner

Aug 7, 2025

Nelson Eddy Turner, 87, went home to be with the Lord August 7, 2025. Eddy was born October 1, 1937 in Akron. He will always be remembered as a Godly man who was generous and loyal. He was stubborn and head strong, but in a way that you could always respect him. His love for his family was always pure....

James Richard Pido

James Richard Pido

Aug 6, 2025

James “Jim” Richard Pido, Jr. was born May 16, 1962 and raised in the Garfield Hts. suburb of Cleveland, OH. Jim passed away peacefully on August 6, 2025 with his family surrounding him and holding his hands as he transitioned on. Jim passed during a difficult health struggle with diabetes, heart failure, and respiratory failure after being admitted to Akron...

James E. Wells

James E. Wells

Aug 6, 2025

James “Jim” Earl Wells, Sr.May 2, 1936 – August 6, 2025

James “Jim” Earl Wells, Sr., 89, passed away on August 6, 2025. Born on May 2, 1936, Jim lived a full and remarkable life, wearing many hats over the years — and wearing each one with pride, humor, and heart.

Jim served in the U.S. Navy in the 1950s aboard the...

Johanna Andrews

Johanna Andrews

Aug 6, 2025

Johanna Andrews, 90, passed away August 6, 2025 in Tallmadge, Ohio.  She was born July 3, 1935 in Nordlingen, Germany, the daughter of the late Aldolph and Maria Birle.  Johanna came to the United States in 1958, where she worked as a seamstress.  She will always be remembered as a very giving and loving person.  In her free time, she...

Mary F. King

Mary F. King

Aug 5, 2025

Mary F. King, 75, passed away August 5, 2025 at the Phoenix of Fairlawn.  She was born in Cuyahoga Falls on February 7, 1950, the daughter of the late Edna Mayes.  Mary will always be remembered as a loving person who had a true heart of gold.  She loved all animals and would not hurt a fly!  In her younger...

Patricia Ann Brown

Patricia Ann Brown

Aug 4, 2025

Patricia Ann Brown, 82, of Massillon, passed away unexpectedly on August 4, 2025. She was born on October 29, 1942 in Canton to the late Donald and Anna Marie (Houser) Sheaters.

Pat shared 47 loving years with her husband Larry Keith Brown whom she married on August 26, 1977.

Together, they made unforgettable memories traveling the world to places like Australia, England,...

Bette Jane Meffert

Bette Jane Meffert

Aug 3, 2025

Bette Jane Meffert passed away Sunday, August 3 after an extended illness. Born in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio on March 10, 1933 to Alvie and Gladys MacDonald. Preceeded in death by her parents and husband Dale Meffert. Survived by her children Cynthia Roberts, Craig (Debra) Meffert, Cheryl Morrison, Kevin (Rhonda) Meffert; 11 grandchildren, and many great-grandchildren. Bette spent her adult life...

Johnny Grayson Brost

Johnny Grayson Brost

Aug 3, 2025

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Johnny Grayson Brost, a man of extraordinary resilience and courage, who passed away due to complications of Agent Orange. A poignant story unfolds for many Vietnam veterans, one being my father, Johnny G Brost, echoing the experience of "Agent Orange" victim, a hero let down by the very...

Jeanne Anne Weiss

Jeanne Anne Weiss

Aug 3, 2025

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Jeanne Anne Weiss. Jeanne passed away at the age of 95. She was born in Akron, Ohio to Ralph and Martha Kibler. 

Mom lived a fruitful life and touched many people. Mom joins her deceased husband Sylvester and son Michael. As well as many relatives and friends in heaven. She leaves...

Jeffrey P. Barbas

Jeffrey P. Barbas

Aug 2, 2025

JEFFREY PAUL BARBAS

May 29, 1969 – August 2, 2025

Jeff, age 56, fell asleep in death on Saturday, August 2nd 2025. He was born on May 29, 1969 in Barberton, Ohio and was a faithful member of the Greensburg Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses. He graduated from Manchester High School in 1987 and was employed by the City of Wadsworth for the...

Woodrow Smith

Woodrow Smith

Aug 1, 2025

In Loving Memory of Woodrow “Woody” Smith

January 30, 1944 – August 1, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Woodrow “Woody” Smith, a beloved grandfather, great-grandfather, and proud Vietnam veteran (1967-1971 Private First Class, United States Army), who departed this life on August 1, 2025, at the age of 81.

Born on January 30, 1944, Woody lived...

Lois Elswick

Lois Elswick

Jul 31, 2025

Lois Elswick passed away on July 31, 2025, in Akron, Ohio, the city she called home. Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, Lois was a brilliant and passionate soul whose love for theater, education, and community left a lasting impact on everyone she touched.

A gifted student, Lois graduated from Firestone High School in 1995 after skipping two grades—a testament to her...

George Leroy Anger Jr

George Leroy Anger Jr

Jul 29, 2025

Sergeant Major George L. Anger, Jr. USMC, Retired, 78, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his home on July 29, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Akron, Ohio, June 30, 1947, preceded in death by his parents Roy and Margaret Anger.

George graduated from East High School in 1965. George proudly answered the call to serve his country,...

Edward A. Tultz

Edward A. Tultz

Jul 28, 2025

EDWARD ("EDDIE") ANDREW TULTZ, 82

Edward was born to Elizabeth M. ("Bessie") Tultz (nee Sellers) and Andrew ("Andy") L. Tultz on January 31, 1943. He passed away on July 28, 2025.

Edward was preceded in death by his parents; sister Diane J. Caudill (nee Tultz) and brother-in-law Rollie

C. Caudill; brothers A. Michael Tultz and Douglas K. Tultz; niece Elizabeth ("Lizzie") Bosley (nee...

Robert J. Roman

Robert J. Roman

Jul 28, 2025

Robert J. Roman went to be with the Lord on July 28, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease. Throughout his illness and many hospitalizations, he fought with determination and grace, never once complaining.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Charlotte Roman, and his daughter, Dawn Roman. He is survived by his devoted brothers, Patrick, Tom,...

Cameron Douglas Selbee

Cameron Douglas Selbee

Jul 28, 2025

Cameron “Cam” Douglas Selbee, age 34, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on July 28, 2025.

Born on February 17, 1991, Cameron was known for his goofy personality, quick wit, and ability to bring laughter to any room. He had a unique gift for lightening the mood and lifting spirits, and his sense of humor was matched only by the depth of...

Eileen Mary Baker (Murphy)

Eileen Mary Baker (Murphy)

Jul 28, 2025

Eileen M. Baker (Murphy) passed away peacefully at Akron City Hospital on July 28th. She had given it her all, with all of her spunk, but her body was ready to rest.

She leaves behind her husband, John; brothers Ed (Suzanne) Murphy, John (Donna) Murphy, Joe (Amy) Murphy, sister-in-law Cynthia Murphy, and brother-in-laws Pat (Vicky) Bellmyer and Jim Stengel. Plus, her...

Sarah Margret Bolyard

Sarah Margret Bolyard

Jul 26, 2025

Sarah Margret Bolyard (née Lame), born on April 24, 1983, in Houston, Texas, passed away on July 26, 2025, in Akron, Ohio. She was 42 years old.

Sarah's life was one marked by deep love for her family and a passion for embracing every moment. She was the cherished daughter of Edna and Gary Lame and the beloved sister of Thomas...

Greenly Aurora Fierman-Ickes

Greenly Aurora Fierman-Ickes

Jul 25, 2025

Our beautiful 4-year-old daughter, Greenly Aurora Fierman-Ickes, the light of our lives tragically passed away on July 25th, 2025, leaving behind a family that loved her without limits. There are simply no words that will ever express how deeply this wonderful bouncing, smiling, ever-happy, sassy little girl affected those around her and how profoundly her loss will be felt.

In her...