Local Ohio Obituaries
Danny M. Bennett
Apr 26, 2026
Danny M. Bennett, 61, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on April 25, 2026. Born on January 26, 1965, in Massillon, Ohio, Danny was the son of the late Philip M. Bennett and Patsy S. Bennett Pildner (née Ball). He was also preceded in death by his sister, Tammy Bennett Sherck.
A 1983 graduate of Perry High School, Danny spent many years...
John Edward Amtsberg
Apr 24, 2026
John Edward Amtsberg, 86, passed away April 24, 2026. He was born August 13, 1939 in Cleveland, the son of the late Walter and Elsie Amtsberg. John will always be remembered as fun gentleman with a good sense of humor. He served his country in the U.S. Army. He was candy maker for May Company and later retired from...
Shirlee J. Sonoff
Apr 24, 2026
Shirlee J. Sonoff, 88, of Akron, passed away on Friday, April 24, 2026.
A daughter of the late Norman and Nellie (Frieman) Lazar, she was born on May 25, 1937, in Akron, Ohio.
Shirlee was loved by everyone that knew her. She will be remembered for her strength and the love she freely gave to everyone around her.
Those left to remember her...
Clifford Louis Johnson Jr.
Apr 23, 2026
In loving memory of Clifford Louis Johnson Jr., 78, of Akron, passed away on Wednesday, April 23, 2026 at Akron City Hospital.
Born on August 24, 1947, in Barberton, Ohio, to the parents of the late Erma Lee Johnson and Clifford Johnson Sr., he was the eldest of the six siblings.
Along with his parents, Louis was preceded in death by his...
Helen Jean Platt
Apr 22, 2026
Helen Platt, age 73, passed away on April 22, 2026, at Camella Living in Copley, Ohio. She was born April 7, 1953, in Philadelphia, PA to Marvin and Doris Fellows. Helen grew up in Clementon, New Jersey, where she was a 1971 graduate of Overbrook High School. Helen was proud of enrolling in college later in life after getting married...
Umesh Chandra Bhardwaj PhD
Apr 20, 2026
"Umesh Chandra Bhardwaj, Ph.D., 84, peacefully passed from this life on April 20, 2026. He is survived by his beloved wife, Elvira; children Vianne (Stephen Calhoun) and Grace (Pranav Patel); and grandson, Gautham. He is preceded in death by his parents, Ram Chandra and Ram Sri Bhardwaj, as well as his brothers Jagdish and Ramesh.
Umesh was born in New Delhi,...
Michael Bernard Flesch
Apr 18, 2026
Michael B. Flesch, 67, passed away on April 18th, 2026, after a 4 year battle with Pulmonary Fibrosis. He was surrounded by family, including his beloved dog, Sadie. He will be remembered as a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Throughout the years he was also a dedicated youth pastor, musician, reader, die-hard Browns fan and an incredibly funny, mischievous, and...
Arthur J. Hancock
Apr 18, 2026
Arthur James “Art” Hancock, 75, was lifted up on eagles wings into the presence of the Lord on April 18, 2026, after a long battle with cancer. In God’s amazing grace, Art was welcomed home.
He will be remembered as a devoted Christian, a faithful husband, and a loving father and Pap. A true jack of all trades, he was always...
Sandi Marie Lowther
Apr 17, 2026
Sandi Marie Lowther, 46, passed away April 17, 2026. She was born along with her twin sister on November 29, 1979 in Barberton, the daughter of Gerry and Lana Lowther. Sandi will always be remembered for her big heart. She always included everyone, making sure they were taken care of. Sandi was light hearted, she loved fairies and butterflies, going...
Birdaree Friend
Apr 16, 2026
Birdie (Birdie) Friend, 101 years old, passed peacefully in her sleep on April 16, 2026, in Phoenix, Arizona. She was a daughter, a sister, a wife, mother and a grandmother. In her 101 years, she touched many lives with her wisdom, humor, food and strong faith in God.
She was born on February 10, 1925, in Akron, Ohio to parents Estelle...
Roger Tracy Hilton
Apr 15, 2026
Roger Tracy Hilton, 79, passed away April 15, 2026. He was born in Akron on January 23, 1947, the son of late Charles and Jean Hilton. Roger grew up in West Virginia and the Akron area. He became a mechanical engineer and his first job was a General Tire, where he invented the tire conveyor belt. He later had memorable...
David Paul Uber
Apr 14, 2026
David Paul Uber, age 72, passed away unexpectedly in his home on April 14, 2026. He was born on December 19, 1953, in Akron, Ohio, to George and Geraldine Uber.
David was a dedicated and hardworking master carpenter who took great pride in his craft. Known for his precision and attention to detail, he approached every project with a perfectionist’s eye...
Dennis C. Thayer
Apr 14, 2026
Dennis C. Thayer, 69, of Sawyerwood, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on April 14, 2026, surrounded by his loving family, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was born on January 4, 1957.
Dennis was preceded in death by his father, Scott Thayer; his mother, Jane Thayer; his brother, Kenneth Thayer; his daughter, Violet Thayer; his lifelong friend,...
John Sharpe Rubins
Apr 11, 2026
John “Jack” Rubins, age 90, of Stow, Ohio, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, April 11, 2026. He was born on April 13, 1935, to John B. Rubins and Madeline (Sharpe) Rubins.
Jack was preceded in death by his brother, Dr. Robert Rubins, and his son, Greg Rubins. He is survived by his beloved wife of 67 years, Nadine...
Michael Carl Demetroff
Apr 9, 2026
Michael Carl Demetroff (72 yrs old) born in Barberton, Ohio. May 24, 1953 – April 9, 2026. He is proceeded in death by his father Carl Michael Demetroff, mother Mary Rose Demetroff and Grandparents Mary Ann (Plicka) August and Stephen August.
Mike is survived by his wife Denise Demetroff, brother James Stephen Demetroff (Faith) and five children. Daughter, Melissa Watson and...
John Stanley Griggs
Apr 7, 2026
John Stanley Griggs, 69, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on April 7, 2026. He was a proud graduate of Ellet High School, Class of 1976.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Jeanne Shrieve and John Griggs, and his brother, Daniel Griggs.
John is survived by his loving wife, April Griggs; his children, Daniel (Cindy) Griggs, Michelle (Eric) Griggs, and Jay...
Philip Clyde Alborn
Apr 1, 2026
Philip C. Alborn, 92, of Green, passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at the Allay Senior Care of Meyers Lake.
Born on August 11, 1933, in Fombell, Pennsylvania, he was one of ten children to the late William Ira and Georgia Hartzell (Nye) Alborn.
He proudly served his country as a member of the United States Army during the Korean War....
Ronald Wickiser
Mar 31, 2026
Ronald Wickiser passed away on March 31st in the early morning peacefully in his sleep and surrounded by the ones that loved him most. Ronald was born on November 28th 1953 to Adrian Wickiser in Cuyahoga Falls. Ronald graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School in 72’. Ronald Married Cecilia Smith in September 27th 1980 and faithfully stayed with her his...
Clyde R. Boyce
Mar 30, 2026
Clyde R. Boyce died peacefully at home in Green, Ohio on March 30, 2026 with his son Nathan by his side.
Preceded in death by parents Clyde C. and Abagail Boyce; sisters Carol A. Bennett (Boyce) and Judy L. Zerbe (Boyce).
Survived by his daughter Leslie (Jeff) Cole, sons Nathan Boyce and Darrin Boyce; sisters Chris (Rex) Sourwine and Robyn (Bart Barry)...
Timmy Isaac Starcher
Mar 29, 2026
Timmy Isaac Starcher passed away on March 29, 2026, at the age of 62. He leaves behind a legacy of love, loyalty, and cherished memories, and will be remembered for his kind heart, steady presence, and the deep care he showed to those closest to him.
Timmy is survived by his brother, Tommy Starcher, and Tammy Starcher of Stow, Ohio. He...
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