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Yvonne Irene Moon

Yvonne Irene Moon

Nov 22, 2023

Yvonne I Moon, 55, passed away after a long illness on November 22, 2023. She was born January 12, 1968 in Akron to Billy and Sheila Moon.Yvonne will always be remembered for her kindness to help anyone in need, her feisty attitude, great sense of humor, and love for all animals with a particular fondness to horses. Yvonne’s love for...

Bruce D. Wagner

Bruce D. Wagner

Nov 22, 2023

Bruce D. Wagner passed away unexpectedly November 22, 2023. Bruce was a unique man who never met a stranger. He served the public for many years as an Akron police officer with his beloved partner, Bob Chalman Bruce spent the last few years in Florida and just moved back to Barberton in 2020. He was an avid golfer, who was...

Florence L. Burke

Florence L. Burke

Nov 22, 2023

Florence Louise Burke (Kurjian) aka Grammie passed away on November 22, 2023.  Florence was born on April 5, 1940 in Tampa Florida but was a Medina County resident for the majority of her life.  She was known for her love of flowers and was always in search of a beautiful shell on the beach or the perfect coconut cream pie....

Patrick Allen Farmer

Patrick Allen Farmer

Nov 18, 2023

Patrick Allen Farmer passed away November 18th, 2023, at Barberton Hospital, after complications from a heart attack on November 17th, 2023. He was 36 years old.

Patrick is survived by his wife, Michelle Farmer, and daughter, Kaylee Farmer;  daughter Dakota Riley; his parents Mike & Sally Farmer; brothers and sister, Michael (nieces & nephews Ryalea, Kayden, Aubreyanna & Skyler), Nicholas...

Jason William Andersen

Jason William Andersen

Nov 18, 2023

Jason William Andersen, 38, passed away suddenly on November 18, 2023.  He was born April 8, 1985 in Akron, the son of the late Gary Cooper and Diane Andersen.  Jason will always be remembered as a guy who loved his kids.  He had a big heart and was willing to help anyone.  He always enjoyed fishing, racing, and having fun...

Donald Kenneth Bartsch

Donald Kenneth Bartsch

Nov 18, 2023

Donald K. Bartsch, 94, of Canton, Ohio died peacefully on Saturday, November 18, 2023 at the Aultman Woodlawn Compassionate Care Center in Canton. Born May 11, 1929 in Cleveland, Ohio, he was the son of the late William and Agnes Bartsch. His mother died five days after his birth and he was raised by his grandmother and aunts over the...

Jan Gail Mealer

Jan Gail Mealer

Nov 14, 2023

Jan Mealer 71, of Wadsworth passed away Tuesday, November 14, 2023. She was born in Akron, OH  to Frank and Hannelore Lilley.Jan loved power walking, sunflowers, word searches, white mints and most of all her family. To be around her always made you smile. Jan is preceded in death by her parents and loving son Michael Steven Mealer. She is...

Christopher Steven Giles

Christopher Steven Giles

Nov 13, 2023

Christopher Steven Giles was a man whose life was filled with creativity, passion, and a love for the arts. He was born on May 26, 1975, in Lynwood, California to his caring mother Deborah Martina Giles who precedes him in death; and his loving father, Steven Eugene Giles.From a young age, Christopher showed an innate talent and fascination for art....

Terrence Richard Spennati

Terrence Richard Spennati

Nov 12, 2023

Terrence Richard Spennati, 49, passed away suddenly November 12, 2023.  He was born August 14, 1974 in Greensburg, PA., the son of June Spennati and the late Marlin Spennati.  Terry will always be remembered as a man who loved his family.  He liked to cook, go fishing and was a hard worker.  Terry always enjoyed holidays, especially fireworks on the 4th of July, decorating...

Daniel James Todia

Daniel James Todia

Nov 11, 2023

Daniel J. (Danny) Todia, 50, passed away on November 11, 2023 after a courageous battle against cancer.  Danny is the son of Mary Jo (Lanigan) and the late Victor W. Todia. He was raised in Parma Heights along with his siblings, Victor (Katie), Karen (Roger), Michael (Sue), Richard (Grace) and Theresa (Tony).  He was a favorite uncle to Nicolas, Cassandra,...

William Michael Cooper

William Michael Cooper

Nov 10, 2023

William Michael Cooper, 69, passed away November 10, 2023 after a lengthy illness.  He was born April 8, 1954 in Chillicothe, Ohio, the son of the late William and Leah Cooper.  Mike will always be remembered as a guy who had a great sense of humor.  He loved to tell bad jokes.  He retired after 47 years in the grocery...

Kimberley Ann Bowman

Kimberley Ann Bowman

Nov 8, 2023

Kim passed away peacefully on November 8, 2023, surrounded by her children. Kim is survived by her children Janet, Shannon, Steven(Tesa), Kris(Christina) and grandchildren Hailey, Austin, and Colton.

Per her wishes cremation has already taken place. She will be laid to rest with her mother at Standing Rock Cemetery.

Mason Nile Wamsley

Mason Nile Wamsley

Nov 8, 2023

Mason Nile Wamsley, 97, passed away November 8, 2023 in Akron.  He was born June 23, 1926 in Mill Creek, West Virginia, the son of the late William and Addie Wamsley.  Later on he served his country in the U.S. Army during WWII, and then in the U.S. Air Force.  Mason retired after many years service with UHAUL.  In his...

Cheryl Lynn Stults

Cheryl Lynn Stults

Nov 7, 2023

Cheryl Lynn Stults, 78, passed away November 7, 2023.  She was born March 21, 1945 in Akron, Ohio, the daughter of the late Burneth and Edith Hall.  Cheryl always enjoyed spending time with her family and her grandchildren and watching the Washington Redskins.  In addition to her parents, Cheryl is preceded in death by her son Douglas F. Carter, her...

Herbert Walter Brunner

Herbert Walter Brunner

Nov 6, 2023

Herbert Walter Brunner, 62, passed away November 6, 2023, after a short battle with cancer.  Herbie was born October 17, 1961 in Alliance, Ohio, the son of the late Thomas and Delores Brunner.  He worked for the A. Stuckey Company until he became ill.  Herbie enjoyed fishing, gardening, and spending time outdoors.  He especially loved taking his kids to the...

John David Nesbitt

John David Nesbitt

Nov 6, 2023

John L. David Nesbitt 85 passed away November 6, 2023.  He is survived by his wife Henrietta of 63 years.  He is also survived by his daughters, Carolyn Nesbitt, Eileen Ingram and Valarie Nesbitt, grandchildren Jerard Ingram, Chanell (Ogarth) Thompson and Lillian Ingram, great granddaughters Sarae’Ya Sammons, Jaiyde and Janiya Thompson and a host of other family members.  He loved...

Jack W. Spencer

Jack W. Spencer

Nov 5, 2023

Jack Spencer, 94, passed away Sunday, November 6, after a short illness. He was preceded in death by his wife, Kathryne, parents Ralph and Dorothy, brothers Ray and Gary and sisters Helen Goad and Dorothy Riggle. He is survived by children Debra (Mike) Peebles, Judy (Ed) Willey and Scott (Pam) Spencer. He is also survived by grandchildren Kevin Peebles and...

Jocquet Dontae Turner

Jocquet Dontae Turner

Nov 4, 2023

Jocquet Dontae Turner, age 37, of Akron, Ohio, made his beautiful energetic arrival into the world on March 11, 1986. Born to Mia Turner in Pittsburg, PA. Joc as we affectionately  called him, loved his family and loved to cook. He also loved his dogs. Joc was high school football legend and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of...

Diane Leigh Schwartz

Diane Leigh Schwartz

Nov 3, 2023

Diane Leigh Schwartz passed away suddenly on Friday, November 3rd, 2023. She was born on April 26th, 1961 in Salem, OH to the late Mona and Paul Mandalin. She was preceded in death by her brother Michael, and is survived by her four children - Kyle, Erin, Kory, and Drue; her two furbabies – Kookie and Khloe; and two sisters - Denise and Lisa. 

Diane loved art,...

Michael Joseph Adams

Michael Joseph Adams

Nov 2, 2023

Michael Joseph Adams, age 51, went home to the Lord on November 2, 2023. He was born August 14, 1972; the fifth of six children born to the late Thomas Bingham Adams Sr. and the late Ruth Ann (Robbins) Adams. Michael grew up in the Ellet community, attending Windemere Elementary, Hyre Junior High, and Ellet High School. He had an...

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