Obituaries

Local Ohio Obituaries

Charles Alvin Fassnacht Jr.

Charles Alvin Fassnacht Jr.

Nov 8, 2025

Charles “Chuck” Fassnacht Jr, 63, of Akron Ohio, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2025 with his loving family by his side.

Born on January 4, 1962 in Akron, Ohio, Chuck was the son of Charles “Butch” Fassnacht and Alice (Ruth) Fassnacht. He graduated from Mogadore High School in 1980 and went on to earn a Bachelor’s degree in Business from...

Goldie Margaret Sites

Goldie Margaret Sites

Nov 7, 2025

Goldie Margaret Sites died on November 27, 2025 at age 98 after battling dementia for more than a decade.

Goldie was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on July 22, 1927. She was preceded in death by just three weeks by her son and devoted caregiver, Danny Sites. Goldie was also preceded in death by her parents (Paul and Goldie Faris), brother (Frank...

Barbara Lynn Kahl

Barbara Lynn Kahl

Nov 6, 2025

Barbara Lynn Kahl "Babs", 74, passed away after a battle with Alzheimers Disease on November 6, 2025.  She was born May 6, 1951 in Cleveland, the daughter of Archie and Evelyn Hood.  Barbara will always be remembered as an incredibly kind and helpful person with a great sense of humor.  She was an advocate for those around her.  Barbara was...

Brenda Rae DeBaun

Brenda Rae DeBaun

Nov 4, 2025

Brenda R. (Pickard) DeBaun

July 20, 1947 – November 4, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Brenda DeBaun who courageously battled cancer. She was 78 years old.

Brenda was born in Westlake, New York, and grew up in Ellington, New York. A lifelong Buffalo Bills fan, she carried her passion for the team wherever...

Betty Jo Hopkins

Betty Jo Hopkins

Nov 4, 2025

Betty Jo (Shuttleworth) Hopkins, 68, passed away on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, in Norton, Ohio. She was born July 14, 1957, to Paul Donley and Frances Jean (Bulick) Shuttleworth. She graduated from Green High School in 1975. Despite a desire to become a professional clown, she graduated her nursing school program as an LPN, and later in life completed an...

Scott Lane Jr.

Scott Lane Jr.

Nov 3, 2025

Scott Lane Jr. was 80, born in Hushpuckena, MS. He departed this earthly life on Monday November 3, 2025 at Summa Hospital in Akron, Ohio.

He was a devoted father, and a man who loved the Lord, and he was a dedicated family man. Who was a Hard worker that retired from Welding in 2006. He was married to Joyce Booker...

Danny Lee Sites

Danny Lee Sites

Nov 3, 2025

Danny Lee Sites, age 76, died of a heart attack on November 3, 2025 on his property in Ravenna, Ohio.

Danny was born in Portland, Indiana on September 2, 1949. He was preceded in death by his father, Paul Sites, and his sister, Mary Jones. He is survived by his mother, Goldie Sites; sister, Katie Geldhof; nephew Dante (Sarah) Geldhof; niece...

Jacqueline Lee Kaylor

Jacqueline Lee Kaylor

Nov 1, 2025

Jacqueline (Jackie) passed away peacefully on November 1 after a long battle with cancer, cremation has taken place, family and friends will honor her at a later time.

Arrangements entrusted to Adams Mason Funeral Home (330) 535-9186

Ricky Lee Weber

Ricky Lee Weber

Oct 31, 2025

Ricky Lee Weber, 72, passed away October 31, 2025 in Akron after a battle with Parkinson's Disease.  Ricky grew up in West Salem, Ohio before coming to Akron.   He will always be remembered as a hard working man with a good sense of humor.  He enjoyed spending time in the garage.  He was very resourceful and could fix anything....

Dorothy May Stake

Dorothy May Stake

Oct 29, 2025

Dorothy May Stake, 88, passed away October 29, 2025 at home.  She was born December 11, 1936 the daughter of the late Gladys Green and Robert Ray.  Dorothy retired from Rubbermaid and served as a volunteer for hospice for more than 5000 hours.  She was a member and Sunday school teacher at First Baptist Church of Louisville.  Dorothy will always...

Ti'chara Yvonne Williams

Ti'chara Yvonne Williams

Oct 27, 2025

It is with great sadness we announce the death of Ti'chara Williams of Barberton Ohio who passed away October 27, 2025 at the age of 20 leaving behind her mother Chardonnay Williams and father Keith Rodger and Grandmothers Yvonne Williams, Sharry Pack siblings Crisjanae Person , Crishaya Person, Rodney Goodson, Chloe Harris, Aunts Cazhmonay Blue, Daeshonnay Williams,Craigranaza Bembry, Markeisha Howard...

Dreama Darlene Tope

Dreama Darlene Tope

Oct 25, 2025

Dreama Tope, of Canton, Ohio, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, warmth, and quiet strength that will live on in all who knew her. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose gentle spirit touched the lives of everyone who knew her.

Dreama was a kind spirit who had a gift for...

Nancy Ann Carpenter

Nancy Ann Carpenter

Oct 24, 2025

Nancy Carpenter, age 64, of Dover, Ohio, passed away Friday, October 24, 2025.

Born October 21, 1961, in Dover, Ohio, she was a daughter of the late Walter Blaine and Thelma Faye (Ryan) Gladman. Nancy graduated from Lakeland High School, first in her class, in 1980 and from Stark State College in 1994. She was married to Douglas Carpenter, and would...

Terry Michael Brady

Terry Michael Brady

Oct 22, 2025

Terry M. Brady, 75, passed away October 22, 2025.  He was born October 17, 1950 in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, the son of the late Carl and June Brady.  Terry will always be remembered as a kind hearted and gentle man who loved all animals, especially his cats.  In his earlier years he enjoyed admiring old cars, but he appreciated being...

Gaia Imaena Cain

Gaia Imaena Cain

Oct 22, 2025

Gaia Imaena Cain Barclay passed into the presence of her Lord and Savior on the 22nd of October, 2025, just two months before her 28th birthday. Her beautiful smile and generous spirit will be sorely missed by those she has left behind. Her memory will ever be a blessing to all who knew her.  Gaia is survived by her mother,...

Glenn Edward Russell

Glenn Edward Russell

Oct 20, 2025

Glenn Edward Russell, 65, of Diamond, Ohio, passed away on October 20, 2025, from cardiac arrest.

He was born on December 14, 1959, in Spangler, Pennsylvania, to the late James Alexander Russell and the late Helen Louise Russell.

Glenn was a dedicated and hardworking man who spent over two decades with The Press of Ohio (1988-2008), followed by 18 years operating Russell’s...

Rebecca Lynn Brown

Rebecca Lynn Brown

Oct 20, 2025

In Loving Memory of Rebecca Lynn Brown

The world lost an extraordinary woman with the passing of Rebecca Lynn Brown, whose kindness, courage, and vibrant spirit touched every life she encountered.

A trailblazer by nature, Rebecca made history as the first female building maintenance worker for Ohio Bell, breaking barriers and inspiring others with her determination and work ethic. Beyond her groundbreaking...

James S. Tichon

James S. Tichon

Oct 19, 2025

James Somerlade Tichon, 92 of Akron, OH passed away October 19, 2025, with his little girl by his side at Summa Akron City Hospital following a brain injuring fall. He was born on January 11, 1933, in Akron, OH to the late John G. Tichon and Marie C. Tichon (Gundlah).

James graduated from Barberton High School in 1950 with a degree...

Larry R. Tranthem

Larry R. Tranthem

Oct 19, 2025

Larry R. Tranthem, 57, passed away October 19, 2025.  He will forever be cherished by his family and all who had the honor of knowing him.  Larry's greatest pride was his children.  He is survived by his parents:  Edwina and Robert Tranthem, wife: Heather Tranthem, sons:  Shawn, Jordan, Robert, and Larry, daughters:  Brianna, Raine, and Emma, step-son:  Ronnie, sister:  Tina...

Laurie May Pollard

Laurie May Pollard

Oct 18, 2025

Laurie (Kaplan) Pollard 68 passed away peacefully on October 18 2025. She was born in Burbank CA and raised in San Pedro CA. Later moved to Cuyahoga Falls OH in 1984.

She spent her early years living on the beautiful Southern California coastline. She was living in a home with a spectacular ocean view when she first met her husband. She...