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Thomas Patrick Considine
Mar 30, 2026
Thomas Patrick Considine, age 90 years, of Akron, passed away Monday, March 30, 2026.
Thomas was born in Akron on August 31, 1935, and lived in the area all of his life. He was the son of the late James R. and Anne E. (McGuckin) Considine. Thomas received his Bachelor of Science degree from The University of Akron and retired as...
Nancy L. Rhinehart
Mar 29, 2026
Nancy L. Rhinehart passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2026, at Arden Courts in Akron, Ohio. Nancy was born on June 24, 1935, in Akron, Ohio. She was the daughter of the late Carl S. Schoonover and Frieda J. (Liebmann) Schoonover. Her parents purchased a home in Northampton Township, Ohio in 1940 where she resided throughout her formative years and...
Stephen Fredrick Bader
Mar 27, 2026
Stephen Fredrick Bader, 70, of Akron, Ohio, met his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on March 27, 2026 after battling a lengthy illness. The son of Lawrence and Mary Lou Bader (nee Knapp), he lived a life marked by faithfulness, integrity, and quiet strength, leaving a lasting legacy for all who knew and loved him.
Steve was married for 46 years...
Peter J Rots
Mar 27, 2026
Rear Admiral Peter J. Rots, USCG (Ret.), passed away on March 27, 2026. He was preceded in death by his wife, Judy, and is survived by his son, David Racz (Sandra); daughter, Susan Miller (Dr. David Miller); grandchildren Vincent Racz (Dana), Katelynn Sprinkle (Tom), Samuel Miller, and Caleb Miller; great-grandchildren Emma Racz and Jack Sprinkle; and his beloved dog, Wilson.
A...
Ruth L. Bazzel (Abbott-Fisher)
Mar 27, 2026
Ruth L. Bazzel age 95 died on March 27, 2026, of natural causes while residing in Fairlawn, Ohio. Ruth was born in Trenton, New Jersey. She attended Trenton Central High School and while attending high school, Ruth studied modern dance at the Martha Graham Studio in New York City. Following graduation, she enrolled as a dance major at the University...
Charles Michael McKitrick
Mar 24, 2026
Charles Michael “Mick” McKitrick, age 63, of Akron, OH, passed away at his home on March 24th, 2026.
Mick was born at St. Thomas Hospital on September 21, 1962, to the late David McKitrick and Sharon Cisneros. He was a graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School, Class of 1981. Mick served in the Air Force for 23 years before returning home...
Richard Todd Lane
Mar 24, 2026
Richard Todd Lane, 87, of Bath Township, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at the Justin T. Rogers Hospice Care Center, after a long illness.
Born on May 13, 1938, in Akron, Ohio, Todd was the son of Ollire Henders Lane and Albert B. Lane. He grew up in Akron alongside his brother, Bruce, and from an early...
Peter James Ryerson
Mar 20, 2026
Peter James Ryerson died peacefully at Sunrise Senior Living in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio on Friday, March 20, 2026 at the age of 86. He was born in Bryn Mawr, PA on December 3, 1939, the son of Philip Nelson Ryerson and Octavia (Hamilton) Ryerson. Mr. Ryerson graduated from Springfield High School in Springfield Township, PA, and later earned a Bachelor...
Christopher Sanford
Mar 19, 2026
Christopher Sanford, 55, of Lewis Center and formerly of Akron, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family and much love on March 19, 2026, after a brave battle with cancer.
He was born June 27, 1970, in Toledo, Ohio to the late Patrick and Sylvia Sanford. Chris enjoyed spending time with his kids and being a sports coach to them...
Sylvia Ann Mabee
Mar 15, 2026
After a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease, Sylvia Ann Mabee (nee Harpster), 88, left her earthly body on March 15, 2026, and was united with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. At the time of her passing, Sylvia resided in the Memory Care unit at Vitalia Senior Living Community in Copley, Ohio.
A lifelong resident of Akron, Ohio Sylvia was born on September...
D. Frederick Lohr, Jr.
Mar 14, 2026
D. Frederick Lohr, Jr., age 91 years of Akron, died Saturday, March 14, 2026.
Fred was born on September 9, 1934, in Madison County, Virginia to D.F. Lohr, Sr. and Jessie Carpenter Lohr. He was preceded in death by his sisters: Mary Ann Lohr Rabe and Jane Alice Lohr Lucus. Fred is survived by his brother, Thomas W. Lohr of Orange,...
Shannon Lee Supplee
Mar 13, 2026
Shannon Lee Supplee (nee Sutton), age 59, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on March 13, 2026. Born on June 1, 1966, to John Sutton and Sharon Berg, she was a graduate of Ellet High School and the University of Akron, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology. Shannon had a 27-year career as a manager for Circle...
Ann Pialet
Mar 11, 2026
Ann Pialet, born February 24, 1925 to Walter and Anna in Laredo West Virginia, enjoyed a childhood immersed in the mountains and forests surrounding her home. An abiding love for her surroundings became a passion for gardening and nature which endured throughout her long life.
In 1938 her father died and the Lebetz family moved to Washington, Pennsylvania. During World War...
Joan Aura Anderson
Mar 9, 2026
Joan H. Anderson went to be with the Lord on Monday, March 9, 2026, at age 97, in her home in Akron, Ohio.
Joan was born in Alliance, Ohio, on November 26, 1928, to Dr. John Housley and Corinne Albright. From an early age Joan showed exceptional academic ability. Following graduation from Cuyahoga Falls High School, she attended the Idabelle Firestone...
Albert H. Couch
Mar 9, 2026
Albert “Bert” H. Couch passed away on March 9, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, family, and lifelong connections. Bert passed away of natural causes, while doing one of the things he loved the most- walking his dog, Linus, on a beautiful spring day through the Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
Bert grew up on the banks of the Maumee River...
Jane E. Truax
Mar 8, 2026
Jane E. Truax, 81, of Southport, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2026.
Jane was born on April 6, 1944, to Leonard and Ann Dobbins. She was preceded in death by both her parents, her sister, Lucy Dobbins, her husband Walter Moore and previous beloved husband Greg Truax.
Jane is survived by her brother, Chuck Dobbins (Diane), and her sister,...
Daniel R. Pallone
Mar 8, 2026
Surrounded by his loving family, Daniel R. Pallone passed away peacefully on March 8, 2026, after a courageous battle with metastatic stomach cancer. Dan’s deep Faith in Our Lord sustained him through this arduous and challenging diagnosis. He fought valiantly and accepted his diagnosis with grace, surrendering control to God’s Will and His Mercy, finding peace and joy which granted...
Dale R. Kekelis
Mar 8, 2026
Dale R. Kekelis, age 66, of Fairlawn, passed away peacefully, Sunday, March 8, 2026.
He was born February 11, 1960, in Cleveland, OH; son of Charles Richard and Laverne (nee Klinar) Kekelis. Dale was a car enthusiast. He loved anything that had to do with cars. He had a massive Hot Wheels Car collection and always enjoyed attending car shows. He...
Charles Robert Gill
Feb 28, 2026
Charles Robert “Bob” Gill, 82, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on February 28, 2026. Born on May 16, 1943, Bob grew up in Cuyahoga Falls, a community that he truly loved. He was a kind man defined by steady character, quiet strength, and devotion to living a life of high moral standards. Known simply as “Bob”, he carried himself with...
Charles "Chuck" William Hardesty
Feb 26, 2026
Chuck was a true patriot and honorably served in the U. S. Military for close to 34 years. He served with the Air Force for almost 4 years then later transitioned into the US Army where he served for over 20 years in the Military Police and 9 years as a Recruiter / Retention NCO. He retired with the rank...
Thomas Patrick Considine
Mar 30, 2026
Thomas Patrick Considine, age 90 years, of Akron, passed away Monday, March 30, 2026.
Thomas was born in Akron on August 31, 1935, and lived in the area all of his life. He was the son of the late James R. and Anne E. (McGuckin) Considine. Thomas received his Bachelor of Science degree from The University of Akron and retired as...
Nancy L. Rhinehart
Mar 29, 2026
Nancy L. Rhinehart passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2026, at Arden Courts in Akron, Ohio. Nancy was born on June 24, 1935, in Akron, Ohio. She was the daughter of the late Carl S. Schoonover and Frieda J. (Liebmann) Schoonover. Her parents purchased a home in Northampton Township, Ohio in 1940 where she resided throughout her formative years and...
Stephen Fredrick Bader
Mar 27, 2026
Stephen Fredrick Bader, 70, of Akron, Ohio, met his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on March 27, 2026 after battling a lengthy illness. The son of Lawrence and Mary Lou Bader (nee Knapp), he lived a life marked by faithfulness, integrity, and quiet strength, leaving a lasting legacy for all who knew and loved him.
Steve was married for 46 years...
Peter J Rots
Mar 27, 2026
Rear Admiral Peter J. Rots, USCG (Ret.), passed away on March 27, 2026. He was preceded in death by his wife, Judy, and is survived by his son, David Racz (Sandra); daughter, Susan Miller (Dr. David Miller); grandchildren Vincent Racz (Dana), Katelynn Sprinkle (Tom), Samuel Miller, and Caleb Miller; great-grandchildren Emma Racz and Jack Sprinkle; and his beloved dog, Wilson.
A...
Ruth L. Bazzel (Abbott-Fisher)
Mar 27, 2026
Ruth L. Bazzel age 95 died on March 27, 2026, of natural causes while residing in Fairlawn, Ohio. Ruth was born in Trenton, New Jersey. She attended Trenton Central High School and while attending high school, Ruth studied modern dance at the Martha Graham Studio in New York City. Following graduation, she enrolled as a dance major at the University...
Charles Michael McKitrick
Mar 24, 2026
Charles Michael “Mick” McKitrick, age 63, of Akron, OH, passed away at his home on March 24th, 2026.
Mick was born at St. Thomas Hospital on September 21, 1962, to the late David McKitrick and Sharon Cisneros. He was a graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School, Class of 1981. Mick served in the Air Force for 23 years before returning home...
Richard Todd Lane
Mar 24, 2026
Richard Todd Lane, 87, of Bath Township, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at the Justin T. Rogers Hospice Care Center, after a long illness.
Born on May 13, 1938, in Akron, Ohio, Todd was the son of Ollire Henders Lane and Albert B. Lane. He grew up in Akron alongside his brother, Bruce, and from an early...
Peter James Ryerson
Mar 20, 2026
Peter James Ryerson died peacefully at Sunrise Senior Living in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio on Friday, March 20, 2026 at the age of 86. He was born in Bryn Mawr, PA on December 3, 1939, the son of Philip Nelson Ryerson and Octavia (Hamilton) Ryerson. Mr. Ryerson graduated from Springfield High School in Springfield Township, PA, and later earned a Bachelor...
Christopher Sanford
Mar 19, 2026
Christopher Sanford, 55, of Lewis Center and formerly of Akron, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family and much love on March 19, 2026, after a brave battle with cancer.
He was born June 27, 1970, in Toledo, Ohio to the late Patrick and Sylvia Sanford. Chris enjoyed spending time with his kids and being a sports coach to them...
Sylvia Ann Mabee
Mar 15, 2026
After a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease, Sylvia Ann Mabee (nee Harpster), 88, left her earthly body on March 15, 2026, and was united with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. At the time of her passing, Sylvia resided in the Memory Care unit at Vitalia Senior Living Community in Copley, Ohio.
A lifelong resident of Akron, Ohio Sylvia was born on September...
D. Frederick Lohr, Jr.
Mar 14, 2026
D. Frederick Lohr, Jr., age 91 years of Akron, died Saturday, March 14, 2026.
Fred was born on September 9, 1934, in Madison County, Virginia to D.F. Lohr, Sr. and Jessie Carpenter Lohr. He was preceded in death by his sisters: Mary Ann Lohr Rabe and Jane Alice Lohr Lucus. Fred is survived by his brother, Thomas W. Lohr of Orange,...
Shannon Lee Supplee
Mar 13, 2026
Shannon Lee Supplee (nee Sutton), age 59, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on March 13, 2026. Born on June 1, 1966, to John Sutton and Sharon Berg, she was a graduate of Ellet High School and the University of Akron, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology. Shannon had a 27-year career as a manager for Circle...
Ann Pialet
Mar 11, 2026
Ann Pialet, born February 24, 1925 to Walter and Anna in Laredo West Virginia, enjoyed a childhood immersed in the mountains and forests surrounding her home. An abiding love for her surroundings became a passion for gardening and nature which endured throughout her long life.
In 1938 her father died and the Lebetz family moved to Washington, Pennsylvania. During World War...
Joan Aura Anderson
Mar 9, 2026
Joan H. Anderson went to be with the Lord on Monday, March 9, 2026, at age 97, in her home in Akron, Ohio.
Joan was born in Alliance, Ohio, on November 26, 1928, to Dr. John Housley and Corinne Albright. From an early age Joan showed exceptional academic ability. Following graduation from Cuyahoga Falls High School, she attended the Idabelle Firestone...
Albert H. Couch
Mar 9, 2026
Albert “Bert” H. Couch passed away on March 9, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, family, and lifelong connections. Bert passed away of natural causes, while doing one of the things he loved the most- walking his dog, Linus, on a beautiful spring day through the Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
Bert grew up on the banks of the Maumee River...
Jane E. Truax
Mar 8, 2026
Jane E. Truax, 81, of Southport, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2026.
Jane was born on April 6, 1944, to Leonard and Ann Dobbins. She was preceded in death by both her parents, her sister, Lucy Dobbins, her husband Walter Moore and previous beloved husband Greg Truax.
Jane is survived by her brother, Chuck Dobbins (Diane), and her sister,...
Daniel R. Pallone
Mar 8, 2026
Surrounded by his loving family, Daniel R. Pallone passed away peacefully on March 8, 2026, after a courageous battle with metastatic stomach cancer. Dan’s deep Faith in Our Lord sustained him through this arduous and challenging diagnosis. He fought valiantly and accepted his diagnosis with grace, surrendering control to God’s Will and His Mercy, finding peace and joy which granted...
Dale R. Kekelis
Mar 8, 2026
Dale R. Kekelis, age 66, of Fairlawn, passed away peacefully, Sunday, March 8, 2026.
He was born February 11, 1960, in Cleveland, OH; son of Charles Richard and Laverne (nee Klinar) Kekelis. Dale was a car enthusiast. He loved anything that had to do with cars. He had a massive Hot Wheels Car collection and always enjoyed attending car shows. He...
Charles Robert Gill
Feb 28, 2026
Charles Robert “Bob” Gill, 82, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on February 28, 2026. Born on May 16, 1943, Bob grew up in Cuyahoga Falls, a community that he truly loved. He was a kind man defined by steady character, quiet strength, and devotion to living a life of high moral standards. Known simply as “Bob”, he carried himself with...
Charles "Chuck" William Hardesty
Feb 26, 2026
Chuck was a true patriot and honorably served in the U. S. Military for close to 34 years. He served with the Air Force for almost 4 years then later transitioned into the US Army where he served for over 20 years in the Military Police and 9 years as a Recruiter / Retention NCO. He retired with the rank...
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