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Richard A. Young

Richard A. Young

May 31, 2024

Richard "Coach" Dick Young, age 76, longtime PE teacher, Athletic Director, and coach at The Southeast Local School district in Portage County, passed into Eternity on May 31 at Summa Hospice, due to complications of long-term diabetes, Type 1. As he entered his final hours, Rita Starr Young, wife of 52 years, son Matthew Young, daughter Megan Grafton, Andrea Boyes...

Jeffrey B. Hatfield

Jeffrey B. Hatfield

May 31, 2024

Jeffrey Ballard Hatfield Jr. (1981 – 2024)

Jeffrey Ballard Hatfield Jr., 43, of Stow, Ohio passed away after bravely battling cancer on May 31, 2024. Born in Akron, Ohio in 1981 to Mia (Sampson) Moore and Jeffrey B. Hatfield Sr., Jeffrey attended Roswell Kent Middle School and Coventry High School. He will be remembered as loving and generous, dedicated to his family and friends. 

Jeffrey was preceded...

Harlen David Shaw

Harlen David Shaw

May 30, 2024

Harlen David Shaw was a decorated Staff Sergeant of the US Army Infantry who rose quickly within the ranks of the special unit he was assigned to. His dedication to his country and his comrades led to many military accolades including the Bronze Star for his quick actions and thinking that saved many lives within his team. 

Harlen was a man...

Brittany Marie Hudkins

Brittany Marie Hudkins

May 30, 2024

Brittany Marie Hudkins, 31, passed away unexpectedly on May 30, 2024. Brittany was loved by so many. She will always be remembered for her kind heart, big smile, positive attitude, and bubbly personality. She was truly beautiful inside and out. She loved being a big sister and aunt. Brittany is preceded in death by her grandparents, Judy Craft (Clayton Douglas Gatewood),...

Rita Hayward Scurry

Rita Hayward Scurry

May 27, 2024

On Monday May 27, 2024, Rita E. (Hayward) Scurry peacefully went home to the Lord at the age of 72.  She was born on June 20, 1951 in Akron, Ohio.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Sam Hayward and Glam (Diggins) Hayward; as well as her brothers Larry, Paul, and Peter.  Rita is survived by her siblings Eric...

Jon David Craven

Jon David Craven

May 27, 2024

John David Craven (Dave). Was born in Akron, Ohio And resided in Cuyahoga Falls, his entire life. He went home to be with his beloved daughter, Maranda Dove Craven and loving mother Janet Dove Strapp on May 27, 2024. Dave was a decorated chef and master gardener. He loved to eat, drink and laugh with family and friends.  Arrangements entrusted...

Norma Jean Mangus

Norma Jean Mangus

May 24, 2024

Norma Jean Mangus1/30/36 – 5/24/24Norma was born in Akron Ohio and resided in the area her whole life. She graduated Valedictorian from Springfield High School. After graduation, she worked as a secretary. In May of 1963 she married Don C. Mangus – being a loving and caring wife until his death in 2009. She then became a wonderful mother to...

Joyce Ann French

Joyce Ann French

May 23, 2024

Joyce Ann French ( Slaton) passed away on May 23, 2024, at the age of 72 in Navarre, Ohio. Born on July 23rd, 1951 in Canton, Ohio. Joyce will be missed by her sons and daughter-in-law, Charles( Karen) Stout and William Stout Jr. She is also survived by her brother, Michael Carruthers and sister Alice (Tim) Johnstone, 6 grandchildren and...

Lily Virginia Davis

Lily Virginia Davis

May 22, 2024

Lily V. Davis, (89), of Cuyahoga Falls, OH, went to be with the Lord (May 22, 2024), at the home of her granddaughter. Daughter of the late Norman G. and Addie Z. (Hill) Palmer, she was born June 30, 1934, in Brush Valley, Indiana, PA. Lily was a graduate of Pine Township High School. She retired from the YMCA. Lily...

Coolidge Collins Jr.

Coolidge Collins Jr.

May 21, 2024

Coolidge “Calvin, Bug” Collins Jr.  gained his heavenly wings on May 21, 2024

Coolidge was born in Birmingham, AL on December 26, 1949, to the union of Eloise and Coolidge Collins Sr. He was a 1967 graduate of Akron Buchtel High School.  School was very important to him.  He excelled academically in high school and beyond.  He had a thirst for...

Mary Frances Abott

Mary Frances Abott

May 20, 2024

Mary Abbott, beloved by many, peacefully passed away on May 20th at the remarkable age of 103. 

 

Born and raised in Cuyahoga Falls, OH, Mary dedicated her life to caring for others as a nurses aide at Green Cross Hospital. She found immense joy in her work, always cherishing the opportunity to help those in need.

 

Mary was known for her vibrant...

Robert Botz

Robert Botz

May 18, 2024

Robert “Bobby” Botz died peacefully May 18 after a brief illness. Born in Elyria, Ohio, Bobby grew up on the family farm minding animals and spending long days outside, and also discovering a passion for music. He graduated from Garfield Heights High School where he was a part of the band, and joined the U.S. Army. After leaving the military...

Marjorie Estam Roland

Marjorie Estam Roland

May 17, 2024

Marjorie Estam Roland, 63, passed away after a lengthy illness on May 17, 2024.  She was born on April 30, 1961 in Davao Del Norte, Philippines, the daughter of the late Mariano and Nieves Estam Sr.  Marjorie worked at the Panda restaurant in Cuyahoga Falls.  She will always be remembered as kind and generous person with a great sense of...

Martha Ann Miller

Martha Ann Miller

May 16, 2024

Martha Ann Miller, age 83, formerly of St. Mary’s and Piqua, was born Martha Hamilton on August 2, 1940 and raised in Norton, OH. After an extremely difficult childhood, at age 18, Martha bravely fled to the YWCA in downtown Akron.

Employed at Ohio Edison, she met aspiring electrical engineer Richard Lee Miller. They married on October 31, 1959 and together...

James Beverly Robinson

James Beverly Robinson

May 14, 2024

James"Jim"Beverley Robinson, 72, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on May 14, 2024, in Barberton, Ohio. He graduated High School Class of 1970 at Akron East High School, Then enlisted 1972-1975 in the American Army, stationed in Germany. He was an employee for Mark's Cable Vision for 16 years. His parents Marie and Beverley Robinson, and sister Sandy Davis have since...

Elizabeth Anderson

Elizabeth Anderson

May 13, 2024

Elizabeth (Betty) Anderson

May 1925 - May 2024

Home in Heaven!



The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at The Village of St. Edward Fairlawn, specifically the Memory Care staff, for your exceptional care and compassion.  Thank you also to NEO Hospice for your wonderful attention and care, and special thanks to Jessie for your care and support.



Predeceased by her husband Malcolm...

Destiny Jane Lee Ruth Spore

Destiny Jane Lee Ruth Spore

May 13, 2024

Destiny Jane Lee Ruth Spore, 26, passed away May 13, 2024 after a battle with life long health issues.  She was born February 4, 1998 in Akron, the daughter of Raymond Spore Jr. and Cathy Miner.  Destiny will always be remembered as an ornery person with a spitfire personality.  She lived for her nephews.  She is survived by her parents...

Maryann Newman

Maryann Newman

May 11, 2024

Maryann Newman, a cherished mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 11, 2024, at the age of 77. Born on July 23, 1946, Maryann's life was a tapestry of love, care, and vibrant passion. She is survived by her loving sons, Greg (Todd), Gary (Alana), and Mike (Jenny who is expecting baby Anthony Glen in a couple months....

Paul Mark Jones

Paul Mark Jones

May 9, 2024

Paul Mark Jones passed away on Thursday May 9, 2024 at Western Reserve Hospital at the age of 62. Paul is survived by his children, Adam Jones, Jessica Jones, and Carrie Henderson, his stepfather James Wells, and his siblings Kimberly Bishoff, Steven Jones, Jim Wells Jr., Shane Wells, David Wells, and Ralph Jones and wife Diane. He is survived by his...

Harriet Lee Gannon

Harriet Lee Gannon

May 8, 2024

Harriet Lee Gannon (Steckel), age 78, passed away on 05/08/2024 after a lengthy illness. She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Terrance Gannon, and sons Jason and Adam. She was one of eight children and was born in Rootstown, OH. She graduated from Rootstown High School in 1963 and retired from Alsiide after over 30 years of service....

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