Local Ohio Obituaries
Richard Lee Harpster Sr.
Oct 1, 2026
Richard Lee Harpster Sr., 78, of Akron, passed away on Thursday, October 1, 2026, surrounded by family.
A son of the late Frank E. Harpster Sr. and Grace F. (Friedman) Harpster, he was born on October 24, 1947, in Akron, Ohio.
An avid and accomplished fisherman, he found great joy in spending time on the water. Above all else, family was the...
Nancy L Beadle
Sep 30, 2026
Nancy L Beadle, 86, passed September 30th 2026. Surrounded by her family. We will miss you. We love you mom. - All your Kids. Per her wishes, there will be no services held.
Arrangements entrusted to Adams Mason Funeral Home. (330)-535-9186
Donald Shannon Betleyoun
Sep 29, 2026
Donald Shannon “Don” Betleyoun, 73, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2026, at Barberton Hospital in Barberton, Ohio, after a long battle with several health issues.
Born on November 19, 1952, in Akron, Ohio, Don was known for a life centered on home, family, friendship, and generosity. He was a man who welcomed people in and made sure no one left...
Louis Bennett Schneiderman
Sep 29, 2026
Louis Bennett Schneiderman, 69, of North Palm Beach, FL passed away on September 29, 2026 after a short illness.
Lou was born in Coral Gables, FL and moved to Akron, OH as a child. He graduated from Firestone High School and studied art at the University of Akron. He then moved to West Palm Beach, FL where he began his career...
Gloria Jean McHenry
Sep 24, 2026
In Loving Memory of Gloria Jean McHenry
Gloria Jean McHenry, age 86, went home to Heaven to be comforted by Jesus on Thursday, September 24, 2026.
Gloria was a devoted sister and friend. She deeply loved her daughters and sons-in-law. The greatest joy in her life was her grandson.
Gloria was best known for her generosity and her constant thankfulness to Jesus, the...
Bette Ann Jenkins
Sep 22, 2026
Bette Ann (Burch) Jenkins passed away peacefully on September 22, 2026, at the age of 88. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Franklin “Frank” Jenkins.
Born and raised in Akron, Bette was a lifelong member of High Street Christian Church. She devoted many years to the church’s beloved three-year-old class, where she gave her time, patience, and love...
Richard Hubert Herrington
Sep 19, 2026
Richard Hubert Herrington, age 80, of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio passed away peacefully on September 19, 2026. He was Born June 25, 1946 to Bertha and Hubert Herrington in Terre Haute, Indiana.
Dick, as he was known, will be lovingly remembered for his eternal devotion to his wife Deanna Herrington, and his love for his son, Chard Herrington. Thanks to his tireless...
Julian Joseph Stumpo Jr.
Sep 18, 2026
Julian Joseph Stumpo Jr., affectionately known as “Jr.” or “Uncle Ju Ju,” was born on January 3, 1948, to Julian and Thoma Stumpo. A lifelong resident of Akron, Ohio, Julian was proud to call Akron home. He retired from Akron City Hospital after many years of dedicated service.
Julian had a joyful spirit, a warm heart, and a love for life...
Robert Francis Kennedy
Sep 18, 2026
Robert F. Kennedy, age 93, died on September 18, 2026. Bob was born on May 3, 1933, in Detroit Michigan to Jack and Mildred Kennedy. During the Korean War, Bob served in the U.S. Army as a cook. He graduated from The University of Akron with a bachelor's degree in business administration and retired from Firestone Tire and Rubber Company...
Cheryl Smith
Sep 17, 2026
Cheryl Lee Smith, 65, of Akron, died peacefully in her sleep in the early morning of September 17, 2026. She was born November 7, 1960 to Paul & Florence DiGisi, in Fort Lauderdale Florida where she grew up with her three sisters and attended St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic school. She spent the majority of her life in Tallahassee, Florida before...
Brandon James Blair
Sep 16, 2026
Brandon James Blair, 34, passed away September 16, 2026. He was born in Cleveland on August 16, 1992. Brandon will always be remembered as a perfect son. He chose Jesus as his personal savior and his heart was filled with love. He was willing to help anyone he could. Brandon loved listening to music, building campfires, making incredible sandwiches, and...
Jewel Marie (Helsel) Copeland
Sep 16, 2026
Jewel Marie (Helsel) Copeland, 56, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on September 16, 2026 after a long battle with cancer.
Jewel was born on January 29, 1970, in Akron, Ohio. She was a fiery, vibrant woman who was full of life and never afraid to let her personality shine. Jewel loved to sing and her passion for music was a cornerstone...
Saw Moo Gay
Sep 13, 2026
Mr. Saw Moo Gay, 67, went home to be with the Lord on September 13, 2026. He was born in Burma on March 12, 1959. Saw Moo Gay will always be remembered as a caring and friendly man. He had many friends of all ages. Saw Moo Gay was devoted to his family and was always ready to help make...
Toni Mae Tidwell
Sep 9, 2026
Toni Mae Tidwell, 65 years of age, daughter of Leno Joseph Gasparri and Donna Faye (Edelblute) Gasparri and lifelong resident of Akron, Ohio passed away Wednesday evening surrounded by her children and family.
Preceding her in death , her mother Donna Faye (Edelblute) Gasparri, son Paul Joseph Smith (P.J.), daughter Christina Marie Smith, granddaughter Morgan Renee Merzweiler, and husband Kevin Tidwell.
She...
Karena Dawn Wortman
Sep 9, 2026
Karena WortmanAugust 23, 1953 – September 9, 2026
Karena Wortman, 73, passed away peacefully on September 9, 2026 after a brief illness. She is preceded in death by sister Kathy Broughton and brother Karl Wortman. She leaves behind sister Kara Kovac (Ed), brothers Kaye Wortman (Lelia) and Keith Wortman (Beverly), sister-in-law Marilyn Wortman and many beloved nieces and nephews. She will...
Marguerite Stiffler France
Sep 6, 2026
Marguerite Stiffler France, age 81, passed away on September 6, 2026. Born on January 30,1945 in Cleveland Ohio, Marguerite was a long-time resident of Richfield, Ohio.
Marguerite was the beloved daughter of the late Harry and Clara (Zajdek) Stiffler. She was the loving mother of Wendy Peterson (Steve, deceased), Sandi Mruk (Dave), Thomas France, Angela Samartano (Salvatore) and Nicole France. She...
David Paul Melchioris
Sep 5, 2026
David Paul Melchioris passed away peacefully at home on September 5, 2026 surrounded by his family. He was a resident of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio for 32 years. He was born on November 9, 1955 to the late Joseph and Anna Melchioris in Martins Ferry, Ohio. He was raised in Adena, Ohio as the youngest of seven children. He graduated from...
Mary Ann Holland
Sep 5, 2026
Mary Ann (Estock) Holland, 90, of Alliance, Ohio, was called home to the loving arms of her Savior on Saturday, September 5, 2026. A beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, she will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Born March 9, 1936, in Alliance, Ohio, to Loretta Mae (Coron) and Andrew Jackson Estock, Mary Ann was a 1955...
Graham Nelson Anthony
Sep 4, 2026
Graham Nelson “Gray” Anthony, 71, passed away on September 4, 2026, at 10:00 p.m., surrounded by those who loved him, after a courageous six-year battle with stage 4 pancreatic cancer. He faced that fight with the same determination, resilience, and grit that defined the way he lived his life. Right up until the end, Gray never let the disease define...
John G. Fisher
Sep 2, 2026
John G. Fisher
October 18, 1960 – September 2, 2026
John G. Fisher, 65, passed away on September 2, 2026, with his loving mother by his side.
John was born on October 18, 1960, in Amherst, Ohio, to Alice and Glenn Fisher. He proudly served his country as a member of the United States National Guard.
John was an avid collector who found great...
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