Obituaries
Richard D. Leslie
Apr 22, 2023
Richard “Dick” David Leslie was peacefully escorted into the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on April 22, 2023.
He was born to Earl and Mathelda (Steidle) Leslie on May 3, 1935. After graduating from Buchtel High School and needing a trade, Dick started Leslie Floor Sanding, a company that still exists, today. On August 4, 1956,...
Phyllis M. Tainsh (nee Davidson, Mashek)
Apr 19, 2023
Phyllis M. Tainsh, 86, passed away April 19, 2023.
Born and raised in Akron, Phyllis resided most of her life in Summit County. She graduated from North High School and attended The University of Akron. She retired from Roadway Express and was a member of the Akron Board of Realtors. Phyllis was very active with Tallmadge Little League Baseball and...
David L. Jones
Apr 17, 2023
David L. Jones “Whitey Jones AKA Uncle Ghetto”, 60, went home to be with his mom, dad, and sister on April 17, 2023.
David was born and raised in Akron. He had a huge heart and love for his family and friends, often doing all he could to help everyone around him. He was known for his love of cats,...
Judith Ann Martin (Raybould)
Apr 17, 2023
Judy went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ after a brief illness on 4/17/23. Judy was the glue that held our family together, the sweetest, most loving and kind soul that anyone could ever know, and a beautiful human being in every sense of the word. Throughout her life, she did God’s work in more ways than could...
Richard C. Green
Apr 11, 2023
Richard C. Green, age 60, passed away unexpectedly in his sleep on April 11th, 2023. He was known for his exceptional auto repair, restoration and painting abilities. What began as a hobby became his career when he opened Acrylic Concepts in Mogadore. It didn’t make him rich, but it sure made him happy. In his free time, Rick enjoyed riding...
Ronald E. Hastler
Apr 10, 2023
Ronald Ernest Hastler, 78, passed away peacefully after a heroic battle with many health problems. He never complained.
Born in Akron on October 9, 1944 to Ernest and Bernice (Boston) Hastler. He attended Springfield High school and enjoyed working in the carpenter shop at Loral Lockheed Martin for many years. He was an avid fan of car racing and attended several Indianapolis...
Kelly Lynn (Dwenger) McHugh
Apr 8, 2023
Kelly was born on September 11, 1970. God gave her to Tom and Brenda Dwenger through adoption on October 20, 1970 when Brenda was able to pick her up out of the cradle and received her dream of having a child. She was baptized on November 8, 1970 into the Lutheran faith. She returned to God’s mercy on April 8,...
Judy Sommers Overholt
Apr 6, 2023
Judy Overholt, 96, passed away April 6, 2023. Born in Hartville, she was a resident of Louisville and a member of Minerva Christian Fellowship in Minerva, OH.
She enjoyed crocheting, flower gardening, and was a voracious reader. She loved spending time with her family and was known for her legendary oatmeal raisin cookies.
Judy was preceded in death...
Peter M. McDermott
Apr 4, 2023
Peter Michael McDermott passed away April 4th, 2023 surrounded by his friends and family. He was born in Akron, Ohio on July 29th, 1964 to Charles & Rosalie McDermott. He was a graduate of Archbishop Hoban High School, class of 82’ and was a proud Hoban Knight. He was a lifelong musician and was known as “The Hammer”, a nickname...
Daniel T. Hilditch
Apr 4, 2023
Daniel T. Hilditch passed away on April 4, 2023. Born in Warren, he was a North Canton resident and retired after 20 years from Dominion Gas. He enjoyed sailing, sports cars, clam bakes, wine, travelling, and spending time with his family.
Daniel was preceded in death by his parents, Jack Hilditch and Juanita Poland, and his sister, Laura Ferrell. He...
Paulette Lynn Reed
Apr 1, 2023
Paulette Lynn Reed or lovingly nicknamed Pete went home to the lord unexpectedly on April first. Paulette was born in Lakewood, Ohio. She lived in Florida during her youth until she moved back to the Akron, Ohio area where she met her husband of forty one years.
Paulette is survived by her husband Richard Reed, her daughters Lauren (Steve)...
George Edward Adolphson
Mar 29, 2023
George Edward Adolphson, 90, went home to the Lord on Wednesday, March 29, 2023.
Born in Coalmont, PA, he lived in Randolph, OH (Atwater). He served in the United States Army and retired from Goodyear after 43 years. George was a member of Mogadore Baptist Church. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, boating, men’s softball, and miniature trains. But most of...
Geraldine L. White
Mar 24, 2023
Geraldine White, 84, was born in Barberton on January 9, 1939 and passed away March 24, 2023. She graduated from Suffield High School and worked at Mogadore Bank.
She is survived by her sister, Jean; brother, Bill; sisters-in-law, Dixie and Bonnie; brother-in-law, Russ; nephews, Derek, Jason, and Daron; nieces, Darla and Becky. She was preceded in death by her...
Eugene A. Hetson
Mar 21, 2023
E. A. Hetson (Gene) completed his final safari on March 21, 2023. He was born November 1, 1928 in Farrell, Pa. to Albert and Susan Hetsun. Gene always felt privileged to have been raised in the Shenango Valley under the auspices of the F. H. Buhl Foundation. He graduated from Sharon High School, served in the U.S. Marine Corps, graduated...
Carol Jean Kling
Mar 18, 2023
Carol Jean Kling, 93, went home to be with the Lord on March 18 surrounded by her loving family.
Carol spent her entire life in Akron and was a 1947 graduate of North High School. In addition to being a loving mother and homemaker, she was previously employed at Klaben Buick in Kent.
Carol was a member of Oak Hill...
Dorothy A. Pollock
Mar 17, 2023
“Together Again”
On Friday March 17, 2023, Dorothy Ann Pollock (Ross), of Mogadore, passed peacefully surrounded by family at the age of 92.
Dorothy was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 70 years, Harry C. Pollock; her parents, Sylvester and Helen Ross; and siblings, Bill, Betty Jean, and Evelyn.
Dorothy lived a life full of laughter and...
Linda C. Edwards
Mar 10, 2023
Linda C. Edwards (nee Silke), age 83, of Rootstown, OH, passed away peacefully at home on March 10, 2023.
Linda was born on November 7, 1940, to the late William B. Silke and Juanita Silke.
Linda was preceded in death by her son, Adam D. Edwards. She is survived by her husband, Carl David Edwards; brother, Kenneth E. Silke; son,...
Iris Yew Ming Lee
Mar 9, 2023
Iris Lee, 66, passed away on March 9, 2023.
Born in the Philippines, she was a resident of New Franklin and member of Greensburg United Methodist Church.
Iris was preceded in death by her parents, Ming Tai and Doris Lee, and brother, Ira Lee.
A memorial service will be held Thursday, March 16th at 4:00 p.m. at Greensburg United Methodist...
Blanche Elaine Swartz
Mar 8, 2023
Blanche “Elaine” Swartz, 93, passed away on March 8, 2023.
Born in Akron, she graduated from Mogadore High School. Elaine worked for First Merit Bank for 20 years and was a member of Mogadore United Methodist Church. She was a resident of Mogadore for 50 years, Tallmadge for 13 years, and Reno, NV for the last 7 years.
Elaine was...
Geneva L. Dishman
Mar 4, 2023
Heaven gained a perfect angel when Geneva Dishman, 94 of Akron Ohio went home to be with the Lord March 4th.
Geneva was born December 27, 1928 to Minnie and Vernie Dial in Livingston Tennessee. Following her husband, she moved to Akron with an infant, a toddler, and a suitcase in 1952 and has called Sawyerwood her home ever since.
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