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Michael Gregory

Michael Gregory

Dec 20, 2023

Michael R. Gregory AKA "Mr. Mike" went to be with the lord December 20, 2023.

Mike was born July 12, 1956 in Youngstown, OH. Mike was in the US Army where he served as a Correctional Specialist and Military Police Officer. After an honorable discharge he worked in Arizona as a Correctional Officer.

Mike worked for many years at...

Marjorie Metcalf

Marjorie Metcalf

Dec 20, 2023

Marjorie L. Metcalf, 93, passed away December 20, 2023.  She was born May 3, 1930 in Akron, the daughter of the late Rollin and Bessie Gregg.  Marjorie will always be remembered as a hardworker who was never afraid to share what was on her mind.  She had an infectious laugh, a big heart, and was always ready to help others and would give...

Robert Lee Russell

Robert Lee Russell

Dec 19, 2023

Robert Lee Russell (Bob, Bobby) passed away suddenly on December 19, 2023. He was born on July 20, 1955 and was a lifelong resident of Akron, Ohio graduating from Garfield high school in 1975. He loved music, fishing, boating, playing chess and euchre,  & dearly loved his cats. Bob worked as a maintenance mechanic before becoming a pipefitter for Local...

Peter Michael Botez Jr.

Peter Michael Botez Jr.

Dec 19, 2023

Peter Michael Botez Jr. was born in the village of Hayange (Moselle) France on August 31, 1950. Peter was the son of Pierre Botez Sr. and Ruth Turksch Botez. Peter's family lived in Germany until 1956; when the Botez family arrived in the United States.

Peter told me that Catholic Charities and the German American Club sponsored his family...

John Kenney Trenner

John Kenney Trenner

Dec 19, 2023

John Kenney Trenner, 66, of Stow, Ohio passed away December 19, 2023 at home surrounded by his family following a four-year battle with cancer. He was born December 15, 1957 in Springfield, Ohio, and was the son of the late Donald and Kathleen (Kenney) Trenner.

Ken attended Catholic Central High School in Springfield, Ohio, where he met the love of...

Deborah A. Whitney

Deborah A. Whitney

Dec 17, 2023

Debby went home peacefully to be with our Lord on Sunday, December 17th, 2023, at the age of 73.  She was the wife of 52 years to her husband George. 

Debby was born on June 11, 1950, in Bradford, PA to the late Edward (Josephine) Petillo, and Helen Louise (Robert) Hayes.  She had two siblings, the late Fredrick “Ricky” Petillo and a...

Genevieve Rose Wise

Genevieve Rose Wise

Dec 15, 2023

     Genevieve Rose Wise, 44, passed away peacefully December 15, 2023 after a hardfought battle with cancer. She was born October 17, 1979 in Akron, Ohio. She will beremembered as a woman with a strong spirit and incredibly loving heart. Those whoknew Genevieve well say she was never one to back down, she always stood up forherself and her...

Steven Scott McCumbers II

Steven Scott McCumbers II

Dec 15, 2023

Steven S. McCumbers II passed away peacefully at home on December 15th. He is preceded in Death by his parents, Steve McCumbers and Kimberley Bowman. He leaves behind his loving wife of only 8 months, Tesa. His sisters, Janet and Shannon, Brother Kris(Christina) Lundstrum, niece Hailey, nephews Austin and Colton.... as well as many other aunts, uncles, friends and family.

Shawn Jason Conley

Shawn Jason Conley

Dec 15, 2023

Shawn Jason Conley, 51, passed away December 15, 2023 after a brief battle with cancer.  He was born October 20, 1972 in Akron.  Shawn will always be remembered as a grumpy guy who had a heart of gold.  He was passionate about riding his Harley in his free time.  He was a devoted father and always wanted the best for his children.  Shawn was very...

Ronald E. Memmers

Ronald E. Memmers

Dec 15, 2023

Ronald Edward Memmers, 59, passed away December 15, 2023.  He was born October 5, 1964 in Akron the son of the late Glen Memmers and Gracie Angles.  Ron will always be remembered as a fun person who was full of laughter.  He was uninhibited and would ask you anything.  Shopping, food trucks, Carnival Cruises, going out to eat, Pride marches, going to the circus...

John M. Richards

John M. Richards

Dec 14, 2023

John Michael "Mike" Richards, born on November 3, 1964, passed away on December 14, 2023. He will be deeply missed by his loving family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him. Mike had a deep love and passion for his country, which led him to serve as a dedicated soldier in the Army. Throughout his military career,...

Reatha Jean Pacetti

Reatha Jean Pacetti

Dec 14, 2023

Reatha Jean Pacetti passed away on Thursday December 14th, 2023 at age 70. She was born in Akron Ohio in 1953 to Hazel and John Brick. She graduated from Stow Monroe Falls High School. She worked as a manager at Quality Environments (Garden Center) for over 30 years and was the proud owner of Quality Evergreens (Christmas Tree Lot). She was preceded in death by both of her parents, her grandson...

Catherine Jeannette Dennis

Catherine Jeannette Dennis

Dec 13, 2023

Catherine (Cassie Sloan) Jeannette Dennis passed away peacefully on December 13, 2023 just shy of her 91st birthday.

Cassie was born in Cleveland Ohio on January 31, 1933 to Thomas and Margaret (Harris) Sloan.

She was a graduate of Alliance High School.  

Cassie always said her greatest love and joy was raising her three children with Don Miller in...

Marlene Rita Boatwright

Marlene Rita Boatwright

Dec 12, 2023

Marlene Rita Boatwright left this earth at the age of 80 on December 12 2023. She lived all her life in Kenmore and graduated from Kenmore High School She was preceded in death by her parents Mary and Joseph Juersivich brother James and good friend John Davis .She leaves behind a sister Jomarie Bronco (Michael ) . Her two daughters...

Thomas Howard White Jr

Thomas Howard White Jr

Dec 12, 2023

Thomas Howard White Jr. passed away December 12, 2023 at home; 59 years old. 

Tom lived in Kent, Ohio most of his life.  He was a graduate of Southeast High School, class of 1982. Tom worked at Step 2 in Streetsboro Ohio where he replaced parts for 31 years. His nieces called him “Uncle Tom the Elf,” because he made...

Frank Ronald Magnani

Frank Ronald Magnani

Dec 12, 2023

     Frank Ronald Magnani, 90, went home to be with his Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 12, 2023 at Summa Akron City Hospital. Frank was born July 20, 1933 in Akron, Ohio, to the late Frank and Stella (Fedunik) Magnani. Frank's grandfather, Louis (Luigi) Magnani, was an Italian immigrant from the small village of Santa Maria Albiano, Italy. Frank...

Barbara J Munn

Barbara J Munn

Dec 12, 2023

Barbara Jo Munn was born in Parkersburg, West Virginia to Joe and Lovie Braham. She was married to Lonnie R. Munn for 30 years. Barbara lived in Akron, Ohio for most of her life.

She is preceded in death by her loving husband Lonnie and her two sons William and Steven Fury.

Barbara is survived by her two brothers Gary...

Britt Yvonne Smith

Britt Yvonne Smith

Dec 11, 2023

Britt Yvonne Smith, who was affectionately known as “Biscuitface,” was born to Garnet Marie Smith and Johnny Thomas Smith, on August 4, 1970, in Akron, Ohio. She attended Akron Public Schools and graduated from Garfield High School. From a young age, Britt brought light to the world, by dancing away problems and always keeping her doors open to family and...

Diane Parmer

Diane Parmer

Dec 11, 2023

Diane Parmer, nicknamed “Nooney”, was born in Clayton, Alabama.  She was baptized at Mt Moriah Baptist Church having accepted Christ our Lord at an early age.

In 1966, Waymon and Cora Lee Parmer moved their family of thirteen children from Clayton, Alabama, to Akron, Ohio’s, Orlando Court.  Diane was enrolled in Howe Elementary School. The Parmer family became dutiful members ofJerusalem Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of the late Reverend Hubert Powell.  At that time, Diane was a member of Jerusalem’s Junior choir.  In 1968, the Parmer’srelocated and established residence...

Judith (Sedmack) Boggs

Judith (Sedmack) Boggs

Dec 11, 2023

Judy Boggs, 80, passed away Monday, December 11, 2023.  She was born on October 17, 1943, in Akron Ohio to the late George and Esther (Norman) Sedmack.  Judy was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.  She was preceded in death by her son David Sackett and husband Chuck Boggs.  Chuck proposed to Judy in a covered bridge and...

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