Obituaries

Local Ohio Obituaries

Elizabeth Ann Griffin

Elizabeth Ann Griffin

Nov 18, 2024

Elizabeth "Betty" Griffin died November 18, 2024 after a year long battle with brain cancer.  Betty loved family, friends, and her Irish Heritage. She had the opportunity to complete a walking tour of Ireland as well as travel to Hawaii, Amsterdam, The Outer Banks and many other places as a child and adult. 

 Betty's work as a general manager in retail...

Myron Weinstein

Myron Weinstein

Nov 18, 2024

Myron Weinstein, 90, passed away peacefully on November 18, 2024 at Maplewood Senior Living in Cuyahoga Falls. Myron, beloved son of Oscar and Sarah, was preceded in death by wife Barbara (Allison), as well as sister Betty Kaltenbach. He is survived by Daughters Wendy (Jeffry) Riley of Los Angeles, California and Denise (Philip) Long of Cuyahoga Falls, grandchildren Kathryn Long...

Joseph James Kreitzburg

Joseph James Kreitzburg

Nov 18, 2024

Joseph J. Kreitzburg, 29, passed away suddenly on November 18, 2024.  He was born in Akron on August 12, 1995.  Joe was very outgoing and loved basketball.  He went everywhere with a ball.  He had a huge heart and had a positive impact on everyone he met.  Joe will now be with his grandmother Barbara Genovese; cousin Taylor; and aunt...

Robert Michael Wagner

Robert Michael Wagner

Nov 18, 2024

Robert "Mike" Wagner, 82, passed away after a brief illness.  He served his country in the U.S. Air Force and later worked with the U.S. Postal service.  He is survived by his son Aaron (Shannon) Wagner; daughter Kristin (James) Rickard; grandchildren Shari, Kacy, Rayna, Devan, Courtney, Justin, Haley, and Kyla.  Per his wishes, cremation has taken place and he will...

Terry M. Hartman

Terry M. Hartman

Nov 17, 2024

Terry M. (Deger) Hartman, 77, went home to be with the Lord on November 17, 2024.  She was born September 30, 1947 in Akron, the daughter of the late Elpha Marie and Clarence Deger.  Terry will always be remembered for her sense of humor and her vast knowledge of vocabulary.  She was very intelligent and strong minded.  She was very...

Vivien Law

Vivien Law

Nov 15, 2024

Vivien Law July 12, 1944 - November 15, 2024

Vivien Law, 80, passed away on November 15, 2024 after a long battle with an illness. Born in Akron, Ohio to the late Mildred and Peter Simmons. Vivien was known for her immense kindness and devotion to her family. In her early years, she enjoyed earning her Summit Metro Parks hiking badge,...

Elaine P. Moses

Elaine P. Moses

Nov 14, 2024

Elaine P. Moses, 82, of Massillon, passed away on November 14th after a long and fulfilling life. Elaine was born on December 6th, 1941 in Cleveland, Ohio, to Mary (Prindle) and Carmen Bianchi. Elaine married James E. Moses in December 1960, and during their 64 years of marriage they had three children: Mary, Elizabeth, and Robert. Elaine loved spending time...

JoAnne Doyle

JoAnne Doyle

Nov 13, 2024

JoAnne Doyle, born on November 15, 1962, passed away peacefully on November 13, 2024.

She is preceded in death by her husband of 44 years Kim Doyle, and her parents, J.B. and Phyllis McCrary.

JoAnne is survived by her five children, five grandchildren and one great grandchild; Christopher Heather, Nathaniel and Caitlyn; Shawna, Austin, Peyton and Aurora; Sheila Shane, Hailey and Maci;...

William Henry Elgin Jr.

William Henry Elgin Jr.

Nov 13, 2024

William "Bill" H. Elgin Jr., 56, passed away after a battle with ALS on November 13, 2024.  He was born August 9, 1968 in Warren, Ohio.  Bill will always be remembered as a devoted family man with a strong mind and a tremendous work ethic.   In his free time, he enjoyed fishing, muscle cars, and RV's.  He is preceded...

Sharon Lynn Minter

Sharon Lynn Minter

Nov 10, 2024

Sharon Lynn Minter was born in Cleveland, Ohio on July 24, 1959, as the only child to parents Leo Minter Jr. and Delores Minter. She passed away on Sunday November 10, 2024, at the same time as her church’s weekly worship service. 

She is survived by her mother Delores Minter and father Leo Minter Jr.; children Gregory Mitchell Jr. and Charline...

Shirley Geneva Crall

Shirley Geneva Crall

Nov 9, 2024

Shirley Crall (nee Christy) 1937 - 2024. 

Shirley Crall (nee Christy) Obituary Shirley Crall, aged 86, passed away on November 9, 2024, in Wadsworth. Born in Belmont, Ohio on November 30, 1937 to the late Estelle and Dwight Christy, Shirley was known for her immense kindness and loving nature.  Her life was a testament to her devotion to her faith, her...

Priscilla Carrie Valenti

Priscilla Carrie Valenti

Nov 8, 2024

Priscilla Carrie Valenti, age 71, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 8, 2024.  Born February 5, 1953, in Syracuse, New York, Priscilla was the daughter of late Phyllis and Jordan Hodgkins. Priscilla spent many years as a nurse at the KSU health center, eventually becoming a nurse educator. She taught at several schools over the years, and her nursing students...

Sue Faller

Sue Faller

Nov 7, 2024

Sue Allison Faller 

Born April 19, 1937 Sue made her transition from earth early morning on November 7 at the age of 87. 

 She lived her last several years at The Villages of St Edwards in Fairlawn. She received the most loving, kind and compassionate attention from ALL of their staff from custodial employees, to nursing aides to the nurses. Also, the...

Beverly Anne Dilworth

Beverly Anne Dilworth

Nov 7, 2024

Beverly Anne Dilworth, 82 of North Canton, Ohio (formerly of Yuma, AZ and Waterford, OH) passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on November 7, 2024. She was born on June 4, 1942 in Marietta, Ohio to Walter &Lena Mae Ross Babb.  Beverly enjoyed traveling with her husband. Winters in Yuma, AZ and summers in Belle Valley,...

Sheila Amendolar

Sheila Amendolar

Nov 6, 2024

Sheila Amendolar, age 58, passed away on November 6, 2024, in Akron, Ohio. Born on December 29, 1965, Sheila spent her life nurturing and loving those around her, embodying the true spirit of a family matriarch. Known for her courage, care, and creativity, she brought joy and laughter to all, especially through the festive gatherings with her beloved grandchildren. 

Sheila is...

Roger Eugene Adams

Roger Eugene Adams

Nov 5, 2024

Roger Eugene Adams, 75, of Ravenna passed on November 5, 2024 at Heather Knoll Nursing Home in Munroe Falls, Ohio. Roger was born on August 10, 1949, in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. He graduated from Punxsutawney High School in 1967 before enlisting in the United States Army, where he served in the Vietnam War. Roger moved to Ohio years later, where he...

Bertie Lou Wilson

Bertie Lou Wilson

Nov 5, 2024

Bertie Lou Wilson, 94, went home to be with the Lord on November 5, 2024.  She was born May 20, 1930 in Akron, the daughter of the late George and Beulah Bradley.  Bertie will always be remembered as a woman devoted to her faith and was an active member of Grandview United Methodist Church.  She was a gentle woman and...

Karen Frances Killian

Karen Frances Killian

Nov 5, 2024

Karen Frances Killian, 66, passed away after a long illness November 5, 2024.  She will always be remembered as a person who loved her family.  She was kind hearted and compassionate.  Karen loved the holidays and cooking wonderful meals for her family.  She is preceded in death by her father William Gallagher and her Pap Leon Lang.  Karen is survived...

Irma Lorraine Earley

Irma Lorraine Earley

Nov 1, 2024

Irma “Mama” Earley went to be with God on November 1st, 2024. She was born to Irma Margaret Lyons and Charles Stephen Earley on December 29th, 1941. She was one of eight siblings, and was affectionately called “Renee” by her sisters.

Irma had many jobs in life, but the thing she valued most was being a mother, grandmother, great grandmother and...

Deborah Marie Johnson

Deborah Marie Johnson

Nov 1, 2024

Deborah Marie Johnson (Goga) of Kent, Ohio passed peacefully on November 1, 2024

She was born November 13, 1959 to Jean Marie Zenisek and Raymond Domorasky in Cleveland, Ohio. 

She married Craig James Johnson on February 19, 1978. They were married until his passing in 2017.

She was a loving mother to Jessica Salamon, Michele Kaminski, James Johnson and Ryan Johnson. More than...