Local Ohio Obituaries
Joseph Thomas Bondurant
Jun 25, 2025
Joe passed away at home on June 25, 2025. He was 64. Joe was deeply loved. While he is gone physically, we are left with many memories to hold in our hearts.
Joe was born in Akron Ohio to parents James (Jim) and JoAnn Bondurant on 11/29/1960. He was one of six siblings.
Joe was preceded in death by his mother JoAnn,...
Leala "Grace" Sturm
Jun 23, 2025
Leala “Grace” Sturm, age 85, passed away, in her sleep, June 23, 2025, after a twelve plus year battle with Alzheimer's. Born, October 21, 1939, in Canton, Ohio, to the late Merle and Alice Mercer.
Grace served on the PTA until her last child was out of elementary school. In the late 70’s she and dad made the decision to find...
Mark Romanish Jr.
Jun 22, 2025
Mark J. Romanish Jr., 65, of Tallmadge, Ohio, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Born on December 22, 1959, in Spangler, Pennsylvania, Mark moved to Tallmadge at the age of seven and would spend the rest of his life there raising his family and building friendships that would last a lifetime.
To say Mark enjoyed working...
Chad Allen White
Jun 22, 2025
Chad Allen White, a beloved son, devoted father, and cherished friend, passed away on June 22, 2025, in Kenmore, Ohio, at the age of 54. Born on December 30, 1970, in Barberton, Ohio, Chad was a lifelong resident of Kenmore and leaves behind a legacy of love and warmth that will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Chad was...
Jeanette T. Korth
Jun 22, 2025
Jeanette, 86, passed away June 22, 2025 after suffering a number of years from kidney disease. She was born and raised in Akron, OH.
Moved to Pennsylvania where she and her husband raised 4 children. They returned home in 1987. Jeanette graduated from Akron Hower Vocational High School in 1957.
We can not count the number of people Jeanette helped over the...
Alexander T. Kallas
Jun 22, 2025
Alexander T. Kallas, 74, passed away away June 22, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer. Alex was born January 13, 1951 in Steubenville, Ohio, the son of the late Theodore and Helen Kallas. Alex, affectionately known as "Big Al", founded Custom Trim of America in 1971. He worked alongside his father in the early years pioneering the aftermarket accessories...
Michael Wayne Whitecloud
Jun 21, 2025
It's with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected and tragic passing of Michael Wayne Whitecloud, who passed on June 21st, 2025, at the age of 37. A lifelong resident of Akron, Ohio, Michael was a man of unfiltered directness and powerful presence; his impact resonated with everyone he met.
Michael lived life with bold conviction and refreshing honesty, rarely mincing...
Dann W. Chase
Jun 21, 2025
Dann W. Chase passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, June 21, 2025, surrounded by the love of his sister and his daughter.
Dann was a free spirit and an incredibly gifted craftsman who used his hands and his heart, to create beautiful, lasting work wherever he went. He shared his master carpentry skills in many ways, gaining friends and...
David W. Speck
Jun 18, 2025
David W. Speck, 73, passed away Wednesday, June 18, 2025. He was born May 7, 1952 in Akron, the son of the late Cecil and Flora Speck. David will always be remembered as a tough guy and a man's man. He loved working out at the gym, riding his Harley Davidson, and going fishing. He also loved to read. David's...
Joseph Dale Basnett
Jun 16, 2025
Joseph Dale Basnett, 78, of Mogadore, Ohio, passed away peacefully on June 16, 2025, after a lengthy illness. He was born on February 11, 1947, in Barberton, Ohio.
Joe was stationed in Guam during the Vietnam War and proudly served his country in the United States Navy as an aircraft mechanic. He received his GED while serving in the Navy. He...
John Edward Miller
Jun 15, 2025
John Miller, 55, of Akron, Ohio, passed away suddenly June 15, 2025 . Life long resident of Akron, Ohio. A 1988 Graduate of North High School. John was very mechanically inclined. He work 20 plus years for NMG Aero Space in machine maintance. John Also worked in machine maintance at Jay-EM Aero Space and Machine Inc. He could work on...
Gregory Novak
Jun 13, 2025
It’s with great sadness that the family of Gregory Mark Novak announces that he passed away June 13th. He was born January 14th, 1952 in Akron, Ohio. He was a graduate of Archbishop Hoban High School. Greg had a great love of cars and was always working on one of his cars. He spent many years living and working in...
Cheryl Ann Hutchison
Jun 12, 2025
Cheryl Ann Hutchison, 65, passed away June 12, 2025. She was born December 3, 1959 in Akron the daughter of the late Harry and Rose Orr. Cheryl will always be remembered as a devoted wife and mother. She was always about her family, especially during their growing up years. She liked to take care of her flower beds when she...
Charles E. Thornburg
Jun 11, 2025
Charles E. "Chuck" Thornburg, 68, passed away June 11, 2025. He was born December 17, 1956 in Akron, the son of the late Edwin and Betty Thornburg (Hillman). Chuck will always be remembered as a great man. He had a loving, caring, and generous nature about him. In his free time, he enjoyed playing golf, going fishing, and having a...
Gloria Jean Garland
Jun 11, 2025
Gloria Jean Garland, age 82, of Ohio, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2025. Born on September 12, 1942, in Maine to the late Dana and Leona Campbell, Gloria lived a life defined by grace, compassion, and unwavering love for her family, students, and community.
A lifelong educator, Gloria devoted many years to teaching, touching countless young lives with her gentle...
James Douglas Novak
Jun 11, 2025
We mourn the passing of James D. Novak, born on November 8, 1961, in Allentown, Pennsylvania, He was a beloved son of Robert Novak and Betty Gardner .
A brother to Margie(deceased),Kim(deceased), Ricky, Dave, Christina, and Nicolas.
James leaves behind a legacy of love and devotion to his family. He is survived by his four children, Jennifer Garber (spouse Roger Garber), Alisa...
Jack Adams
Jun 10, 2025
On July 27, 1953, the world welcomed Jack “Papal” Adams in Akron, Ohio—a man whose life was a testament to hard work, laughter, and love. Jack passed away peacefully on June 10, 2025, at the age of 71, surrounded by his loved ones. Jack was a proud father to Jesse Adams [Felicia and Breanne Adams] and Jacqualyn Adams. His family...
Gerald Kilgore Jr.
Jun 9, 2025
The Lord called our dad home on June 9,2025. He was an avid gardener and loved being outside to see the flowers he grew. He was an over the road truck driver until his retirement. He is survived by his children Gerald Kilgore, Herald Kilgore (Barbara) and Denise Kilgore. His niece Tanya Para and nephew Rusty Trukovich (Karen). Grandchildren Joseph...
Michael Adkins
Jun 8, 2025
Michael Adkins, 69, of Akron, OH passed away June 8th at Summa Health following a long battle with lung disease. He was born to Elmer Adkins and Magalene Adkins. On April 22, 1977 he married Lois Adkins (Allen). Together they shared 48 wonderful years of marriage.
Michael enjoyed spending time with his family more than anything. Most of that time was...
James Robert Cain
Jun 8, 2025
James R. Cain 43 years old passed away peacefully at home on June 8, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. He lost his short 3 week battle with multifocal glioblastoma.
James (JR ) grew up in Barberton and a 2000 graduate of Barberton High School.
He was a much loved husband, father, PopPop, brother, friend and believer of Jesus Christ our Savior.
He...
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