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Terrance Lee "Terry" Fritch
Sep 18, 2025
T. Lee “Terry” Fritch, age 78 years, passed away Thursday, September 18, 2025, at Renaissance of Richfield following a lengthy illness.
Terry was born in Euclid, Ohio on May 18, 1947, and lived there much. He was the son of the late Harry and Doris (Cleary) Fritch. Terry was an English teacher for 30 years in the Euclid City Schools district.
Terry...
Suzanne Christine Foster
Sep 17, 2025
Suzanne Christine Foster, age 82, of Bath, Ohio, passed away on September 17, 2025. Suzanne was born April 5, 1943, in Johnstown, Pennsylvania and lived most of her life in the Youngstown area.
After graduating from South High School, Youngstown, Ohio, Class of 1961, she earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree with a major in English and minor in Sociology in...
Donald Marshall
Sep 16, 2025
It is with the heaviest of hearts that we share of the passing of Donald Nathaniel Marshall, 76, of Akron, Ohio. After a courageous 2-year battle with cancer, Don passed peacefully surrounded by his family on September 16th. He is survived by his loving wife of 19 years, Geri Douglas Marshall; daughter Marisa Ann Trzemzalski, her husband Joseph Andrew Trzemzalski,...
Matthew S. Clark
Sep 16, 2025
) Matthew S. Clark, beloved son, father, brother, and uncle, died on September 16, 2025. He was born October 25th, 1960 to parents William J. and Elsie M. Clark (nee Smith) in Washington D.C.
Matt spent his life deeply rooted in the community. He was a very proud graduate of Archbishop Hoban High School and started working immediately after graduation. He...
Mark James Fiorina
Sep 14, 2025
Mark James Fiorina, age 75, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2025. Born on November 17, 1949, in Cleveland, Ohio, Mark lived a life defined by service, devotion, and laughter.
A proud veteran, Mark served honorably as a Boatswain’s Mate in the United States Navy aboard the U.S.S. Ranger during the Vietnam conflict. Known by his shipmates as “Boats,” he embodied...
John Richard Ferensic
Sep 13, 2025
John Richard Ferensic, age 91, of Akron, passed away peacefully Saturday, September 13, 2025.
He was born September 23, 1933, in Emeigh, PA; son of the late Michael and Pauline Ferensic. John loved to dance. He could always be found working around his house, in his yard, or garden. John was a huge Pittsburgh Steelers and Pirates fan. He will be...
Kathy Louise Laston
Sep 11, 2025
Kathy Louise Laston (née Campbell), 77, of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at Akron General Medical Center, following complications of peritonitis.
Born on March 5, 1948, in Akron, Ohio, Kathy was the daughter of the late George and Kathleen (Swayze) Campbell. She grew up in a loving and lively household alongside her siblings: the late...
William D. Phelps
Sep 11, 2025
William D. “Bill” Phelps, Jr., age 81, passed away at his home Wednesday, September 11, 2025.
William was born in Pueblo, Colorado March 20, 1944, and was the son of the late William and Wilma (Sanborn) Phelps.
He retired from the Ford Motor Company in Brookpark as a stationary engineer in the powerhouse. William served three tours of duty in The United...
Herbert Mullen
Sep 3, 2025
Herbert Mullen, Jr.,88, of Wadsworth, Ohio passed away on September 3, 2025.
Herb was born on October 5,1936, to Herb and Ruth Mullen in Wooster, Ohio.
Herb is survived by his wife of 65 years, Margaret “Tookie” Mullen; daughters, Jodi (Dr. Gregory) Vrabec and Traci (Christopher) Finn. Five grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
A private service will be held at the convenience of the...
Rodger Douglas Moses
Sep 3, 2025
Rodger Douglas Moses, 87, of North Royalton and Akron, Ohio passed away peacefully at home on September 3, 2025. He was a loving father to Vannessa, Isabell and Alisha. Alisha precedes our dad in his death. Our dad was born in Youngstown, Ohio on April 7, 1938. He was the son of John Joseph and Betty Lou (Kreiler) Moses and...
Nabil A. Manneh, M.D.
Sep 3, 2025
Dr. Nabil A Manneh, age 87 of Tallmadge, OH, a devoted husband, loving father, beloved physician and faithful servant of the Church, entered eternal rest on September 3, 2025.
Dr. Manneh touched countless lives through both his medical practice and his steadfast dedication to the Orthodox Christian community. But above all, his most significant legacy is his family. He was born...
John A. Irvine
Aug 31, 2025
John Irvine of Cuyahoga Falls, OH died on August 31, 2025, of complications from Alzheimer’s and a stroke. A retiree from Summit DD, He was 86 years old. Born in Cleveland on July 26, 1939, he grew up in Cleveland and Parma. The family had a German foreign exchange student, Fred Reichert, so John took his first trip to Europe...
Maryjean Gindlesberger
Aug 29, 2025
Maryjean Gindlesberger, age 79, of Akron, passed away Friday, August 29, 2025.
Born July 29, 1946, in Akron; daughter of the late William and Kathleen Ruble Gindlesberger.
A graveside service will take place 2:00 PM THURSDAY, October 2, 2025, at Greenlawn Memorial Park, 2580 Romig Rd. Akron, OH 44320.
Services in care of the Billow Funeral Homes and Crematory, Fairlawn Chapel, 85 N....
Marilyn Jane Carr
Aug 27, 2025
Marilyn Jane Carr, a gifted educator, passed away peacefully at home on August 27, 2025, at age 98. Born and raised in Akron to William J. and Pauline B. (nee’ Rowley) Carr, Marilyn was an elementary school teacher in the Akron Public Schools for 32 years. She earned a BA in Psychology from Miami University (Ohio) and a BA in...
Robert M. Holland
Aug 25, 2025
Robert M. Holland, of Cuyahoga Falls, OH, died August 25th, 2025. Born in Waltham, MA in 1938, a graduate of Roxbury Latin, Dartmouth College, Harvard Graduate School of Education, and Indiana University, he taught at The American School in Switzerland, Drexel University, and The University of Akron as Director of English Composition and Master of the University Honors Program. He...
Viola "Vi" Brown
Aug 24, 2025
"Vi" Viola Brown (Schall) passed away on August 24, 2025 at the age of 98. Daughter of John and Elizabeth Schall, Vi was born in Wadsworth on July 17, 1927 and lived in Akron, Copley, and Northampton, Ohio. Vi graduated from Buchtel High School in 1945 and the University of Akron in 1949 with a degree in elementary education. She...
Carole Lane Jaques
Aug 24, 2025
Carole Lane Jaques, 84, of Charleston, South Carolina, wife of the late Charles A. Jaques, Jr., entered into eternal rest Sunday, August 24, 2025, due to Glioblastoma (brain tumor).
Carole was born January 2, 1941, in Jacksonville, FL, daughter of the late Herbert D. Lane, Jr. and Muriel Scott Lane. The family relocated to the Avondale neighborhood of Charleston when Carole...
Joseph C. Conley
Aug 23, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Joseph C. Conley on August 23, 2025, at the age of 63.
Joseph, the cherished son of Benjamin F. Conley and Nancy Pilliod, was born in Akron on March 10, 1962. He was raised in Jackson Township and completed his education with vocational training in electronics.
Known for his exceptionally kind...
Lawrence L. Sebak
Aug 22, 2025
Lawrence L. Sebak, age 79, of Akron, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 22, 2025.
He was born February 16, 1946, in Tarentum, PA; son of the late John and Caroline Sebak. Lawrence enjoyed working in his yard, restoring homes and cars, especially Pontiacs. He loved music and art, never failing to bring his creativity to life.
Lawrence was preceded in death...
Robert Earl Leslie
Aug 20, 2025
At the age of 87 and surrounded by his family, Robert “Bob” E. Leslie went home to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on August 20, 2025. He was born to Earl and Mathilda Leslie (nee Steidle) on November 23, 1937 in Akron, Ohio.
He lived and worked in Akron all his life. He approached every morning in wonderment of what...
Terrance Lee "Terry" Fritch
Sep 18, 2025
T. Lee “Terry” Fritch, age 78 years, passed away Thursday, September 18, 2025, at Renaissance of Richfield following a lengthy illness.
Terry was born in Euclid, Ohio on May 18, 1947, and lived there much. He was the son of the late Harry and Doris (Cleary) Fritch. Terry was an English teacher for 30 years in the Euclid City Schools district.
Terry...
Suzanne Christine Foster
Sep 17, 2025
Suzanne Christine Foster, age 82, of Bath, Ohio, passed away on September 17, 2025. Suzanne was born April 5, 1943, in Johnstown, Pennsylvania and lived most of her life in the Youngstown area.
After graduating from South High School, Youngstown, Ohio, Class of 1961, she earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree with a major in English and minor in Sociology in...
Donald Marshall
Sep 16, 2025
It is with the heaviest of hearts that we share of the passing of Donald Nathaniel Marshall, 76, of Akron, Ohio. After a courageous 2-year battle with cancer, Don passed peacefully surrounded by his family on September 16th. He is survived by his loving wife of 19 years, Geri Douglas Marshall; daughter Marisa Ann Trzemzalski, her husband Joseph Andrew Trzemzalski,...
Matthew S. Clark
Sep 16, 2025
) Matthew S. Clark, beloved son, father, brother, and uncle, died on September 16, 2025. He was born October 25th, 1960 to parents William J. and Elsie M. Clark (nee Smith) in Washington D.C.
Matt spent his life deeply rooted in the community. He was a very proud graduate of Archbishop Hoban High School and started working immediately after graduation. He...
Mark James Fiorina
Sep 14, 2025
Mark James Fiorina, age 75, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2025. Born on November 17, 1949, in Cleveland, Ohio, Mark lived a life defined by service, devotion, and laughter.
A proud veteran, Mark served honorably as a Boatswain’s Mate in the United States Navy aboard the U.S.S. Ranger during the Vietnam conflict. Known by his shipmates as “Boats,” he embodied...
John Richard Ferensic
Sep 13, 2025
John Richard Ferensic, age 91, of Akron, passed away peacefully Saturday, September 13, 2025.
He was born September 23, 1933, in Emeigh, PA; son of the late Michael and Pauline Ferensic. John loved to dance. He could always be found working around his house, in his yard, or garden. John was a huge Pittsburgh Steelers and Pirates fan. He will be...
Kathy Louise Laston
Sep 11, 2025
Kathy Louise Laston (née Campbell), 77, of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at Akron General Medical Center, following complications of peritonitis.
Born on March 5, 1948, in Akron, Ohio, Kathy was the daughter of the late George and Kathleen (Swayze) Campbell. She grew up in a loving and lively household alongside her siblings: the late...
William D. Phelps
Sep 11, 2025
William D. “Bill” Phelps, Jr., age 81, passed away at his home Wednesday, September 11, 2025.
William was born in Pueblo, Colorado March 20, 1944, and was the son of the late William and Wilma (Sanborn) Phelps.
He retired from the Ford Motor Company in Brookpark as a stationary engineer in the powerhouse. William served three tours of duty in The United...
Herbert Mullen
Sep 3, 2025
Herbert Mullen, Jr.,88, of Wadsworth, Ohio passed away on September 3, 2025.
Herb was born on October 5,1936, to Herb and Ruth Mullen in Wooster, Ohio.
Herb is survived by his wife of 65 years, Margaret “Tookie” Mullen; daughters, Jodi (Dr. Gregory) Vrabec and Traci (Christopher) Finn. Five grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
A private service will be held at the convenience of the...
Rodger Douglas Moses
Sep 3, 2025
Rodger Douglas Moses, 87, of North Royalton and Akron, Ohio passed away peacefully at home on September 3, 2025. He was a loving father to Vannessa, Isabell and Alisha. Alisha precedes our dad in his death. Our dad was born in Youngstown, Ohio on April 7, 1938. He was the son of John Joseph and Betty Lou (Kreiler) Moses and...
Nabil A. Manneh, M.D.
Sep 3, 2025
Dr. Nabil A Manneh, age 87 of Tallmadge, OH, a devoted husband, loving father, beloved physician and faithful servant of the Church, entered eternal rest on September 3, 2025.
Dr. Manneh touched countless lives through both his medical practice and his steadfast dedication to the Orthodox Christian community. But above all, his most significant legacy is his family. He was born...
John A. Irvine
Aug 31, 2025
John Irvine of Cuyahoga Falls, OH died on August 31, 2025, of complications from Alzheimer’s and a stroke. A retiree from Summit DD, He was 86 years old. Born in Cleveland on July 26, 1939, he grew up in Cleveland and Parma. The family had a German foreign exchange student, Fred Reichert, so John took his first trip to Europe...
Maryjean Gindlesberger
Aug 29, 2025
Maryjean Gindlesberger, age 79, of Akron, passed away Friday, August 29, 2025.
Born July 29, 1946, in Akron; daughter of the late William and Kathleen Ruble Gindlesberger.
A graveside service will take place 2:00 PM THURSDAY, October 2, 2025, at Greenlawn Memorial Park, 2580 Romig Rd. Akron, OH 44320.
Services in care of the Billow Funeral Homes and Crematory, Fairlawn Chapel, 85 N....
Marilyn Jane Carr
Aug 27, 2025
Marilyn Jane Carr, a gifted educator, passed away peacefully at home on August 27, 2025, at age 98. Born and raised in Akron to William J. and Pauline B. (nee’ Rowley) Carr, Marilyn was an elementary school teacher in the Akron Public Schools for 32 years. She earned a BA in Psychology from Miami University (Ohio) and a BA in...
Robert M. Holland
Aug 25, 2025
Robert M. Holland, of Cuyahoga Falls, OH, died August 25th, 2025. Born in Waltham, MA in 1938, a graduate of Roxbury Latin, Dartmouth College, Harvard Graduate School of Education, and Indiana University, he taught at The American School in Switzerland, Drexel University, and The University of Akron as Director of English Composition and Master of the University Honors Program. He...
Viola "Vi" Brown
Aug 24, 2025
"Vi" Viola Brown (Schall) passed away on August 24, 2025 at the age of 98. Daughter of John and Elizabeth Schall, Vi was born in Wadsworth on July 17, 1927 and lived in Akron, Copley, and Northampton, Ohio. Vi graduated from Buchtel High School in 1945 and the University of Akron in 1949 with a degree in elementary education. She...
Carole Lane Jaques
Aug 24, 2025
Carole Lane Jaques, 84, of Charleston, South Carolina, wife of the late Charles A. Jaques, Jr., entered into eternal rest Sunday, August 24, 2025, due to Glioblastoma (brain tumor).
Carole was born January 2, 1941, in Jacksonville, FL, daughter of the late Herbert D. Lane, Jr. and Muriel Scott Lane. The family relocated to the Avondale neighborhood of Charleston when Carole...
Joseph C. Conley
Aug 23, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Joseph C. Conley on August 23, 2025, at the age of 63.
Joseph, the cherished son of Benjamin F. Conley and Nancy Pilliod, was born in Akron on March 10, 1962. He was raised in Jackson Township and completed his education with vocational training in electronics.
Known for his exceptionally kind...
Lawrence L. Sebak
Aug 22, 2025
Lawrence L. Sebak, age 79, of Akron, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 22, 2025.
He was born February 16, 1946, in Tarentum, PA; son of the late John and Caroline Sebak. Lawrence enjoyed working in his yard, restoring homes and cars, especially Pontiacs. He loved music and art, never failing to bring his creativity to life.
Lawrence was preceded in death...
Robert Earl Leslie
Aug 20, 2025
At the age of 87 and surrounded by his family, Robert “Bob” E. Leslie went home to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on August 20, 2025. He was born to Earl and Mathilda Leslie (nee Steidle) on November 23, 1937 in Akron, Ohio.
He lived and worked in Akron all his life. He approached every morning in wonderment of what...
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