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Constantinos "Gus" Zanoudakis
Jan 19, 2025
Constantinos “Gus” Zanoudakis passed away peacefully on January, 19, 2025, at the age of 96. He was born on November 27, 1928 in the city of Chania on the island of Crete, Greece, to Emmanuel and Eleftheria Zanoudakis (nee Andredakis).
Gus Zanoudakis lived the American Dream. He came to America and established himself in Akron, Ohio. In Akron, he founded and...
Linda Lee Stotzer
Jan 17, 2025
In Loving Memory of Linda Lee Stotzer January 28, 1962 – January 17, 2025
"For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." – John 3:16
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Linda Lee Stotzer on Friday, January 17, 2025, at...
Gary H McKisson
Jan 16, 2025
Gary McKisson died January 16, 2025. Born October 28, 1945, to Howard and Elsie McKisson, he was raised in Bath, Ohio, and was a resident of Cuyahoga Falls for over 50 years. He graduated from Revere High School and attended Kent State University. He is survived by his wife, Linda, and cousins Janet Schwager (Paul), Dave McKisson (Eileen), Jim McKisson...
William H. Robinson
Jan 12, 2025
William H. Robinson Jr., 78, of Copley passed away on January 12, 2025, surrounded by his loving family, after a 19-year struggle with Parkinsons. Bill was born in Oak Park, Illinois on November 8, 1946, to the late Bill and Eleanor Robinson.
He graduated from North Central College with a bachelor’s degree in chemistry and received his doctorate degree from the...
Michael Kermizis
Jan 11, 2025
Michael Kermizis
From traditional Greek Immigration roots to “Modern America” – Michael Kermizis lived his entire life in Akron, Ohio. He was Honest, Faithful and True to his family, friends, and country. Michael passed away peacefully on January 11, 2025, at the age of 91. He is survived by his wife, Martha Kermizis; sister, Helen Brian (Bruce); children, Ann Barrett (Steve),...
Susan F. Kelly
Jan 9, 2025
Susan Faye Kelly passed away Thursday, January 9, 2025. Susan was born in Huntington, Indiana on March 9, 1940. She was the only daughter of the late Harry and Imogene Felber. She graduated from Lakewood High School and Kent State University where she was a member of Chi Omega Sorority. She was employed as a teacher at Northampton Elementary School...
Ted J. Theodore
Jan 7, 2025
Ted J. Theodore, age 95 (and a half!), fell peacefully asleep in the Lord on January 7, 2025 after a beautiful, robust, vibrant and extraordinary life. Ted, the artist supreme, the sports enthusiast, the determined runner, the championer of all those striving for greatness, and supporter and coach of all who needed love and support, lived his life to the...
Richard J. Gross
Jan 6, 2025
Richard Joseph Gross, Ph.D., Akron, Ohio
Richard “Dick” Gross, 86, died suddenly on January 6, 2025, in Akron, OH surrounded by his wonderful and loving family.
Dick was born and grew up in New Kensington, PA. He earned his B.S.M.E. from the University of Pittsburgh and earned his M.S.M.E and Ph.D. in Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University. He moved to Akron, Ohio...
Patricia (Patsy) Lee Peaslee
Jan 2, 2025
Patricia (Patsy) Lee Peaslee, 92, passed away January 2, 2025.
Patsy loved playing cards with her girls. She was an avid Browns fan.
She was preceded in death by husband Everett of 72 years, son Keith, parents Walter and Selma Ritz, sister Barbara Edwards, and brother James Ritz.
She is survived by daughters, Barbara (Gary) Pryor, Vicki Peaslee, and son, Mark.
Interment will take...
Michael Lee Hill Jr.
Jan 1, 2025
Michael Lee “Mike” Hill Jr., 67, of Cuyahoga Falls passed away on January 1, 2025 at home surrounded by family.
Mike was born on July 6, 1957 in Akron, OH. He grew up in Copley with parents, Michael Lee Sr. and Margaret, brothers, Robert Glidden, James Hill and sister, Susan Glidden.
Mike was very proud to own his own concrete business called...
Ronald D. Best
Dec 26, 2024
Ronald D. Best, 99, of Akron, Ohio passed away on December 26, 2024.
Ronald was born in Putnam County, Ohio on August 17, 1925 to the late Dewey and Edith May Best.
Ron met his future wife, Veiva, in high school. Their courtship was extended as he joined the Navy during World War II. He returned after the war to obtain an...
James "Cliff" Bellar
Dec 25, 2024
James “Cliff” Bellar, age 79, of Medina, OH passed away peacefully on December 25, 2024. He was born December 27, 1944 in Akron, OH to parents James and Victoria Bellar.
Cliff dedicated over 30 years to serving the Akron and Medina communities as a commercial realtor. He was a respected leader in his field, serving as President of the Medina Board...
Laura Mae Berry
Dec 24, 2024
Laura Mae Berry (nee Ellenbrook, Kerran)
Laura Berry, 88, passed away on December 24, 2024. The only child of Adam and Bessie (Murphy) Ellenbrook, Laura was born September 10, 1936, at her home “in the shadow of Goodyear” as she always said. Her father was killed in the Doodlebug disaster July 1940. She was adopted by her stepfather, Otto Kerran (Kirinica)...
JEREMY SUNTHEIMER
Dec 23, 2024
Jeremy Andrew “Jake” Suntheimer, age 52, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away Tuesday, December 23, 2024 at Cleveland Clinic Akron General Medical Center.
He was preceded in death by his father, Kirk Suntheimer.
Jeremy is survived by his mother, Janice Suntheimer (nee Luongo); and his daughters, Zoe and Sarah Suntheimer.
Services are private.
Chris Robin Stanley
Dec 22, 2024
Chris Robin Stanley (Klagge)
Born on April 26th, 1956 and died peacefully in her home on December 22nd, 2024 after a short battle with cancer.
She is survived by her Mother, Alice Klagge; husband, Dale Stanley; Children, Justin Hospodarsky, Alicia Stanley and Aaron Stanley; Siblings, Jim Klagge, Dave Klagge and Jill O'Banion, and many other beloved family members. She was preceded in...
Kathleen Brady Andria
Dec 19, 2024
Kathleen Brady Andria passed away peacefully on December 19, 2024. She went to be with her Heavenly Father. She spent her last few days surrounded by family.
Kathleen was born on September 27th, 1940 in Saint Louis, Missouri to Martin E. Brady and Kathryn (Rice) Brady. She grew up in Saint Louis and Ferguson, Missouri and was proud of her Irish...
Wesaley Lee Porter
Dec 18, 2024
Wesaley Lee Porter, age 61, of Akron, OH, departed this life on December 18th, 2024. He was born May 11 ,1963 in Columbia, SC to parents Willie May Porter and Jimmy R. Jackson. Wesaley was a roofer by trade, working with and for a considerable number of reputable area contractors and business owners.
He is preceded in death by his Grand...
Elizabeth F King
Dec 16, 2024
Elizabeth ("Liz") Finley King August 31, 1939 – December 16, 2024
Elizabeth ("Liz") Finley King, age 85, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2024, after courageously battling cancer. Until her final days, Liz retained her lifelong love of reading, dev,ouring books, magazines, and three daily newspapers.
Born on August 31, 1939, in Kansas City, Missouri, Liz was the daughter...
Dr. Louis W. Brasaemle
Dec 13, 2024
Dr. Louis W. Brasaemle, born in 1931 in Akron, OH, passed away from natural causes at the age of 93 on December 13, 2024 in Akron, OH. He is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Joan; his children, Karla, Dawn (Ken Roberts), and Bruce (Linda) and grandchildren, Nicole and Linnae.
UPDATE: The Celebration of Life in honor of Louis...
ARTHUR RICHARD RICORDATI
Dec 12, 2024
Arthur Richard Ricordati, lovingly known as Rick, passed away peacefully at his home in Copley, Ohio, on December 12, 2024, at the age of 83. He was surrounded by the love of his family and the warm memories of a life well-lived. Born on October 5, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois, to Ann Giosh Ricordati and Arthur Ricordati, Rick brought joy...
Constantinos "Gus" Zanoudakis
Jan 19, 2025
Constantinos “Gus” Zanoudakis passed away peacefully on January, 19, 2025, at the age of 96. He was born on November 27, 1928 in the city of Chania on the island of Crete, Greece, to Emmanuel and Eleftheria Zanoudakis (nee Andredakis).
Gus Zanoudakis lived the American Dream. He came to America and established himself in Akron, Ohio. In Akron, he founded and...
Linda Lee Stotzer
Jan 17, 2025
In Loving Memory of Linda Lee Stotzer January 28, 1962 – January 17, 2025
"For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." – John 3:16
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Linda Lee Stotzer on Friday, January 17, 2025, at...
Gary H McKisson
Jan 16, 2025
Gary McKisson died January 16, 2025. Born October 28, 1945, to Howard and Elsie McKisson, he was raised in Bath, Ohio, and was a resident of Cuyahoga Falls for over 50 years. He graduated from Revere High School and attended Kent State University. He is survived by his wife, Linda, and cousins Janet Schwager (Paul), Dave McKisson (Eileen), Jim McKisson...
William H. Robinson
Jan 12, 2025
William H. Robinson Jr., 78, of Copley passed away on January 12, 2025, surrounded by his loving family, after a 19-year struggle with Parkinsons. Bill was born in Oak Park, Illinois on November 8, 1946, to the late Bill and Eleanor Robinson.
He graduated from North Central College with a bachelor’s degree in chemistry and received his doctorate degree from the...
Michael Kermizis
Jan 11, 2025
Michael Kermizis
From traditional Greek Immigration roots to “Modern America” – Michael Kermizis lived his entire life in Akron, Ohio. He was Honest, Faithful and True to his family, friends, and country. Michael passed away peacefully on January 11, 2025, at the age of 91. He is survived by his wife, Martha Kermizis; sister, Helen Brian (Bruce); children, Ann Barrett (Steve),...
Susan F. Kelly
Jan 9, 2025
Susan Faye Kelly passed away Thursday, January 9, 2025. Susan was born in Huntington, Indiana on March 9, 1940. She was the only daughter of the late Harry and Imogene Felber. She graduated from Lakewood High School and Kent State University where she was a member of Chi Omega Sorority. She was employed as a teacher at Northampton Elementary School...
Ted J. Theodore
Jan 7, 2025
Ted J. Theodore, age 95 (and a half!), fell peacefully asleep in the Lord on January 7, 2025 after a beautiful, robust, vibrant and extraordinary life. Ted, the artist supreme, the sports enthusiast, the determined runner, the championer of all those striving for greatness, and supporter and coach of all who needed love and support, lived his life to the...
Richard J. Gross
Jan 6, 2025
Richard Joseph Gross, Ph.D., Akron, Ohio
Richard “Dick” Gross, 86, died suddenly on January 6, 2025, in Akron, OH surrounded by his wonderful and loving family.
Dick was born and grew up in New Kensington, PA. He earned his B.S.M.E. from the University of Pittsburgh and earned his M.S.M.E and Ph.D. in Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University. He moved to Akron, Ohio...
Patricia (Patsy) Lee Peaslee
Jan 2, 2025
Patricia (Patsy) Lee Peaslee, 92, passed away January 2, 2025.
Patsy loved playing cards with her girls. She was an avid Browns fan.
She was preceded in death by husband Everett of 72 years, son Keith, parents Walter and Selma Ritz, sister Barbara Edwards, and brother James Ritz.
She is survived by daughters, Barbara (Gary) Pryor, Vicki Peaslee, and son, Mark.
Interment will take...
Michael Lee Hill Jr.
Jan 1, 2025
Michael Lee “Mike” Hill Jr., 67, of Cuyahoga Falls passed away on January 1, 2025 at home surrounded by family.
Mike was born on July 6, 1957 in Akron, OH. He grew up in Copley with parents, Michael Lee Sr. and Margaret, brothers, Robert Glidden, James Hill and sister, Susan Glidden.
Mike was very proud to own his own concrete business called...
Ronald D. Best
Dec 26, 2024
Ronald D. Best, 99, of Akron, Ohio passed away on December 26, 2024.
Ronald was born in Putnam County, Ohio on August 17, 1925 to the late Dewey and Edith May Best.
Ron met his future wife, Veiva, in high school. Their courtship was extended as he joined the Navy during World War II. He returned after the war to obtain an...
James "Cliff" Bellar
Dec 25, 2024
James “Cliff” Bellar, age 79, of Medina, OH passed away peacefully on December 25, 2024. He was born December 27, 1944 in Akron, OH to parents James and Victoria Bellar.
Cliff dedicated over 30 years to serving the Akron and Medina communities as a commercial realtor. He was a respected leader in his field, serving as President of the Medina Board...
Laura Mae Berry
Dec 24, 2024
Laura Mae Berry (nee Ellenbrook, Kerran)
Laura Berry, 88, passed away on December 24, 2024. The only child of Adam and Bessie (Murphy) Ellenbrook, Laura was born September 10, 1936, at her home “in the shadow of Goodyear” as she always said. Her father was killed in the Doodlebug disaster July 1940. She was adopted by her stepfather, Otto Kerran (Kirinica)...
JEREMY SUNTHEIMER
Dec 23, 2024
Jeremy Andrew “Jake” Suntheimer, age 52, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away Tuesday, December 23, 2024 at Cleveland Clinic Akron General Medical Center.
He was preceded in death by his father, Kirk Suntheimer.
Jeremy is survived by his mother, Janice Suntheimer (nee Luongo); and his daughters, Zoe and Sarah Suntheimer.
Services are private.
Chris Robin Stanley
Dec 22, 2024
Chris Robin Stanley (Klagge)
Born on April 26th, 1956 and died peacefully in her home on December 22nd, 2024 after a short battle with cancer.
She is survived by her Mother, Alice Klagge; husband, Dale Stanley; Children, Justin Hospodarsky, Alicia Stanley and Aaron Stanley; Siblings, Jim Klagge, Dave Klagge and Jill O'Banion, and many other beloved family members. She was preceded in...
Kathleen Brady Andria
Dec 19, 2024
Kathleen Brady Andria passed away peacefully on December 19, 2024. She went to be with her Heavenly Father. She spent her last few days surrounded by family.
Kathleen was born on September 27th, 1940 in Saint Louis, Missouri to Martin E. Brady and Kathryn (Rice) Brady. She grew up in Saint Louis and Ferguson, Missouri and was proud of her Irish...
Wesaley Lee Porter
Dec 18, 2024
Wesaley Lee Porter, age 61, of Akron, OH, departed this life on December 18th, 2024. He was born May 11 ,1963 in Columbia, SC to parents Willie May Porter and Jimmy R. Jackson. Wesaley was a roofer by trade, working with and for a considerable number of reputable area contractors and business owners.
He is preceded in death by his Grand...
Elizabeth F King
Dec 16, 2024
Elizabeth ("Liz") Finley King August 31, 1939 – December 16, 2024
Elizabeth ("Liz") Finley King, age 85, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2024, after courageously battling cancer. Until her final days, Liz retained her lifelong love of reading, dev,ouring books, magazines, and three daily newspapers.
Born on August 31, 1939, in Kansas City, Missouri, Liz was the daughter...
Dr. Louis W. Brasaemle
Dec 13, 2024
Dr. Louis W. Brasaemle, born in 1931 in Akron, OH, passed away from natural causes at the age of 93 on December 13, 2024 in Akron, OH. He is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Joan; his children, Karla, Dawn (Ken Roberts), and Bruce (Linda) and grandchildren, Nicole and Linnae.
UPDATE: The Celebration of Life in honor of Louis...
ARTHUR RICHARD RICORDATI
Dec 12, 2024
Arthur Richard Ricordati, lovingly known as Rick, passed away peacefully at his home in Copley, Ohio, on December 12, 2024, at the age of 83. He was surrounded by the love of his family and the warm memories of a life well-lived. Born on October 5, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois, to Ann Giosh Ricordati and Arthur Ricordati, Rick brought joy...
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