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Joe Mastnick

Joe Mastnick

Jun 17, 2023

Joe Mastnick, age 77 of Massillon, OH died on June 17,2023 at Lifecare Hospice of Wooster, OH. Joe graduated from Washington High School in Massillon, OH in 1965. After High School he served in the US Navy, stationed in San Diego, CA and Kodiak, AK. He had been employed at Tyson Roller Bearing in Massillon, OH and retired from Gerstenslager...

Andrew Williams "Drew"

Andrew Williams "Drew"

Jun 16, 2023

Andrew Williams, 70, passed away unexpectedly June 16, 2023 at Cleveland Clinic Akron General Hospital. He was born December 14,1952 to the late James E and Bernice Williams and preceded in death by his sister Shirley Bledsoe. Andrew joined the U.S Marines with his late brother in law, Frank Hale. He served as a combat Engineer receiving two medals. Andrew...

Judith L. Cain

Judith L. Cain

Jun 16, 2023

Judith L. Cain, 83, passed away Friday, June 16, 2023, with her daughter, Tracey Cain and sister Jeri Wilson by her side. Born October 4, 1939, Judith was a lifelong resident of Akron. She graduated from Akron Central High School in 1957, beginning as a secretary with The Board of Education while still a senior. Judith went on to a...

Hugh Henry

Hugh Henry

Jun 14, 2023

In loving memory of Hugh Raymond Henry  ”Captain Ray”.  Born and raised in Cleveland Ohio.

At age 17 enlisted in the Navy and served 4 years. After the service married Anna C. Woomer. Settled in Richfield Ohio.  Was a truck driver for 25 years then retired to Port Clinton Ohio to become a full time Captain on Lake Erie Offering charters on 3...

Thomas Raymond Rygiel

Thomas Raymond Rygiel

Jun 14, 2023

Thomas Raymond Rygiel passed away June 14, 2023.

Tom was preceded in death by his father and mother, Joseph and Betty, brothers, Raymond and Richard, sister Beverly, brother-in-law John. He is survived by his sister Darlene, and former sister-in-law Judy. He was “UT” to nieces and nephews Sharon (Randy), Joe, Kim (Don), Randy (Chris), Stacy (Rene), Russell, Ryan, and Chad...

William James McVicker

William James McVicker

Jun 13, 2023

William James Mcvicker, 69, of Stow, Ohio passed away June 13th at Home. He was born April 8th, 1954, in Akron, Ohio, the son of Kenneth McVicker and Martha Rice. On November 4th, 1975, he married Deborah McVicker. Together they shared 47 years of marriage. Bill loved hosting family and friends for the holidays, spending time with his grandchildren, trips...

Cheryl L. Grubb

Cheryl L. Grubb

Jun 13, 2023

Cheryl A. Grubb passed away June 13, 2023, at home with family by her side. Cheryl was born to Charles and Elizabeth Fullen on December 11, 1956.

Cheryl leaves behind Lisa Price(daughter) grandchildren; Cheynne, Zachary, Austin, and four great grandchildren. She also leaves behind brothers Bill and Chuck Fullen, sisters Alice, Wanda and Florence, nieces and nephews. Special cousin Debborah...

Melanie Ann Elkins

Melanie Ann Elkins

Jun 12, 2023

Melanie Ann Elkins, 13, passed away June 12, 2023.  She was born January 8, 2010 in Akron the daughter of David Fast and the late Whitney A. Elkins.  Melanie was innocent to this world and just a good kid.  She loved drawing and her artwork.  She enjoyed her video games,  playing with her bird and the family pets, and putting...

Theresa Lyn Claybourne

Theresa Lyn Claybourne

Jun 11, 2023

Theresa Lyn Claybourne age 52 , passed away Sunday June 11 ,2023 at Justin T. Rodgers Hospic Care Center. She was born April 27th ,1971 in Forthood, TX, to May (Wise) and Clayton Claybourne

She is survived by her 3 sons Tyler, Cody and Tj Fury, her granddaughter Emma Fury, and her S/O Tim Cunard, and family. 

Theresa enjoyed spending time...

Stephen L. VanOrden

Stephen L. VanOrden

Jun 11, 2023

Stephen L. VanOrden, 54, passed away June 11, 2023.  He was born March 18, 1969 in Rochester, New York.  Stephen will always be remembered as a kind hearted and giving person.  He was definitely one of a kind and very likable.  He was into music.  To say that he was an avid Elvis fan would be an understatement.  Stephen could talk for hours about Elvis movies...

Janet Marie Huddleston

Janet Marie Huddleston

Jun 10, 2023

Janet M. Huddleston 62, passed away at Akron City Hospital on June 10,2023 following an extended illness. Janet was born to the late Stanley and Frances Wilt on September 8, 1960 in Akron, Ohio. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother Jimmy Wilt, and husband Larry Huddleston.  Janet is survived by children: Damion Wilt,...

Angel Lindesmith

Angel Lindesmith

Jun 10, 2023

Our precious boy slipped from our arms into the arms of Jesus, he was only seven months old.

Angel’s early entrance into heaven matched his early arrival on earth. He and his twin sister were born at a mere 23 weeks old. As Jesus sat at the right hand of his Father’s throne he interceded for Angel. He brought every...

Charles L. McCune

Charles L. McCune

Jun 8, 2023

Charles "Charlie" Leonard McCune, 73, of Massillon, OH, passed away June 8, 2023, after a short illness.

Born in 1950, in Orma, West Virginia, Charlie moved to Ohio in his teens and spent the rest of his years creating a life and legacy in Massillon. He graduated from Washington High School and joined the US Army, where he defended the...

Daniel Curtis Flanagan Jr

Daniel Curtis Flanagan Jr

Jun 4, 2023

In Memory Of Daniel C Flanagan

August 31,1979- June 4th,2023

Daniel Curtis Flanagan, Age 43, Resident of Las Vegas Nevada, former known face of Akron Ohio, passed away June 4th 2023 back in his hometown.

Daniel is the son of Sue and Dan Flanagan .He was born August 31st, 1979 in Akron Ohio. Throughout his life he has always been...

Sandra A. Stevens

Sandra A. Stevens

Jun 4, 2023

Sandra A. Stevens, 79, passed away on June 4, 2023 after a long illness.  Sandra was born July 18, 1943.  A life long resident of the Akron area, she graduated from East High School in 1961.  She retired from SGS after working there for several years.  She enjoyed photography.  Preceded in death by her parents, son Wade, and daughter April, and her two sisters Beverly...

Terry Allan Striff

Terry Allan Striff

Jun 4, 2023

Terry Striff, age 69, caught his last fish and hit the road on June 4th, 2023, in Akron, OH. Born on February 27th, 1954 in Akron, Ohio, Terry was the son of the late Jim Striff and Dorothy Wagner.

Terry was a good man who loved a cheap thrill - whether it was putting snakes in his co-worker's lunchbox, joining...

Tasha N. Johnson

Tasha N. Johnson

Jun 4, 2023

Tasha N Johnson 32, of Akron OH passed away unexpectedly June 4th 2023. She was born December 29th 1990 to Scott Whims and Carrie Bartoe. Tasha was a loving mother who enjoyed crafting, going to church and spending time with her children. She is preceded in death by her father Scott Whims and uncle Denny Bartoe. She is survived by...

Carl William Berrens

Carl William Berrens

Jun 4, 2023

Carl W. Berrens, 80, of Peninsula, OH passed away June 4, 2023. He was born May 11, 1943, in Cullman, Alabama.

Carl was a proud veteran of The United States Marine Corps; having served two tours of duty during the Vietnam War.

Care has been entrusted to Adams Mason Funeral Home, 791 E. Market St. Akron, OH 44305. He will...

Dorothy A. Mattevi

Dorothy A. Mattevi

Jun 3, 2023

Dorothy A. (Reed) Mattevi, 91, went home to be with Jesus, June 3, 2023, surrounded by family in North Canton home.  She was born January 4, 1932, in Hiawassee, Georgia, the daughter of Marion B. Reed and Leona I. (Hogsed) Reed.

Dorothy graduated in 1950 from Canton South High School. On June 2, 1951, she married her high school...

Edward L. Evans

Edward L. Evans

Jun 2, 2023

Edward L. Evans went gently into that good night on Friday, June 2, 2023 at the age of 78. Loving husband of 48 years to Joan Evans (nee Thomas). Son of the late Edward and Myrtle Evans (nee Haines) of Gretna, Louisiana. Loving father of Melissa Evans and Kenneth Evans. Beloved grandfather of Ariana Evans and Jaxon Evans. Edward was...

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