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Robert Silverberg

Robert Silverberg

Oct 29, 2024

Robert Alan Silverberg, 86, passed away October 29, 2024. He was born in Brooklyn, New York October 12, 1938 to the late Harry and Frieda Silverberg. Bob retired from Kent State University after many years as a professor of Social Work. He loved his students and was adored by them. He was a proud author of the book "Psychotherapy...

Roberta Katz Sacks

Roberta Katz Sacks

Oct 23, 2024

Roberta (Bobby) Katz Sacks, 81, passed away at her home in Palm Desert, California, on October 23, 2024. Bobby was born in Columbus, Ohio on March 15, 1943, to Nathan and Helen Katz. She led a wonderful life filled with love of family and so many friends, as well as service to others. Bobby married her true love Michael...

Gayle Rae Nelkin

Gayle Rae Nelkin

Oct 21, 2024

Gayle Nelkin passed from this world peacefully on October 21 in the loving company of her three children. Gayle was born in Columbus Ohio on August 19, 1937 to the late Carl and Miriam Berman. Gayle was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother and teacher and shared her wisdom and passion with all who were blessed with her company. She...

Sedell Kamenir

Sedell Kamenir

Oct 14, 2024

Sedell Kamenir April 22, 1933 ~ October 14, 2024 91 Years Old Sedell Kamenir passed away peacefully on October 14, 2024, surrounded by her family. She lived her early life in Cleveland, Ohio, beginning in the '30s, growing up in the great depression and attending The Ohio State University, Case Western Reserve University and University of Akron, graduating with...

Sandra L. Moskowitz

Sandra L. Moskowitz

Sep 27, 2024

Sandra Moskowitz, a wonderful woman with a beautiful smile, who was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother passed away on September 27, 2024 at the age of 93. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 72 years, Aaron; their children Steven (Laura), David (Luanne), Paul, and Karen (Tim), grandchildren, Jill (John), Nathan (Kristin), Sophie,...

Arnold Shapiro

Arnold Shapiro

Sep 8, 2024

On Sunday, September 8th, 2024, Arnold "Red" Shapiro, beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully at the age of 100, surrounded by family and friends. He left this world on his own terms, just as he lived. He is lovingly remembered by his children, Judy Kaplansky (late Ronald Kaplansky), George Shapiro (late Nancy Shapiro), and Mark Shapiro (Deborah);...

Mary Mildred Korach

Mary Mildred Korach

Aug 17, 2024

Mary Mildred Gershkowitz Neiman Korach Mary Mildred Gershkowitz Neiman Korach ("Millie") peacefully passed away on Saturday, August 17th after a long and fulfilling life. Her passing was just ten days after she turned 99. Millie was born on August 7, 1925 in Elizabeth, New Jersey to parents Louis and Anna Gershkowitz, who immigrated from Russia. She followed older sisters...

Albert Kay

Albert Kay

Aug 4, 2024

Albert Kay passed Sunday, August 4th at his home for many years under special care from Maria Iglesias and during the past six months by Hospice of Summa along with the loving support of all family members. Al was preceded in death by wife, Mara Kay, 87 who passed away December 24, 2021, after 67 year marriage. He is...

Beverly Barnett

Beverly Barnett

Jun 24, 2024

In Loving Memory of Beverly Barnett Beverly Barnett passed away peacefully in her sleep on June 24th, 2024, in Delray Beach, Florida, just two weeks shy of her 97th birthday. Born on the 4th of July, 1927, in Columbia, South Carolina, to Isidore and Ida Gergel, immigrants from Belarus, Beverly's life was a testament to the enduring spirit of...

Leila Marilyn Winer

Leila Marilyn Winer

Apr 7, 2024

Leila Marilyn Winer (Sheff) passed away on April 7, 2024 at age 94, surrounded by loving family members. She was predeceased by her husband Ben Winer, mother Rose Sheff, step father Isadore Sheff , and step brothers Leonard and Oscar Sheff. Leila, in addition to being a masterful mahjong player, was an avid knitter and her sweaters and afghans...

Delores Stallings (Stallings) Beyer

Delores Stallings (Stallings) Beyer

Mar 19, 2024

Delores ("Dee") Stallings Beyer Delores S. Beyer, 93, surrounded by her family, passed away on March 19, 2024, after a very brief illness. She was born and raised in Akron, OH on November 6, 1930, and was the daughter of the late Stella and Dewitt Stallings. She attended the Akron Public School system; Betty Jane Elementary School and East...

William Hyman Beyer

William Hyman Beyer

Mar 18, 2024

Dr. William H. (Bill) Beyer, Ph.D. Dr. William H. Beyer, 94, passed away peacefully after lengthy illness on Sunday, March 18, 2024 in Akron, Ohio. Bill was born on March 8, 1930, in Akron, Ohio, and was the only child of the late Freda and Jack Beyer. He attended Crouse Elementary school and West High school, as well as...

Elliott L. Kool

Elliott L. Kool

Mar 10, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Elliott L. Kool, 75, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Elliott passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on March 10, 2024. Elliott was born on May 13, 1948 in Mt. Vernon, NY and graduated from Shaker Heights High School in 1966. He later pursued his studies at the...

Charlotte D. Schwartz

Charlotte D. Schwartz

Mar 1, 2024

Charlotte D. Schwartz (Geller), 81, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2024 surrounded by family. Born in Akron, Ohio to the late Louis and Lillian (Dorman) Geller, Charlotte graduated from Buchtel High School in 1961 and attended the Ohio State University. She later worked as a bookkeeper and "girl Friday" at her father's car dealership, Geller Mercedes and Toyota....

Daniel Seth Katz

Daniel Seth Katz

Feb 27, 2024

Daniel Seth Katz was born on December 17, 1975, at Akron General Medical Center. He died peacefully on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at The Raintree in Mansfield, OH following four months of health complications. He resided at The Raintree for over 35 years and attended the workshop at Richland Newhope Industries. Dani worked every day of his 48 years...

Jeffrey Mark Curtis

Jeffrey Mark Curtis

Jan 25, 2024

Jeffrey M. Curtis died unexpectedly Jan. 25, 2024. Jeff, who was 70, died less than three months after his beloved wife, Carol Holub-Curtis passed away after a long battle with Multiple Sclerosis. A native of Akron, Jeff graduated from Coventry High School and earned his bachelor's degree in music performance and composition from Kent State University in 1983. Most...

Katherine Ruth Gruber

Katherine Ruth Gruber

Jan 20, 2024

Katherine Gruber, 97, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend passed away of natural causes on Saturday, January 20, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Katherine was born on February 5, 1926, to Antonia and Salvatore Ferrise and lived her entire life in Akron, Ohio. She graduated from Buchtel High School and began her career at West Point...

Nathan G. Lowy

Nathan G. Lowy

Dec 27, 2023

August 6, 1929 – December 27, 2023 Nathan "Gene" Lowy, 94, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on December 27, 2023, with his daughter at his bedside. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio in 1929, son of the late Harry and Charlotte (Grossman) Lowy. Gene attended West Tech High School, specializing in Art, before enlisting in the United States...

Bernard Kamenir

Bernard Kamenir

Dec 21, 2023

Bernard Kamenir November 9, 1926 ~ December 21, 2023 (age 97) Bernard "Bernie" Kamenir passed away peacefully on December 21, 2023, surrounded by his family. He lived his entire life in Akron, Ohio, beginning in the roaring 20s, growing up in the great depression, serving our country in WWII, attending the Ohio State University School of Architecture, and creating...

Ronald Weinstein

Ronald Weinstein

Dec 21, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ronald "Ron" Aaron Weinstein who peacefully left us at the age of 74 on December 21, 2023 at home surrounded by his wife, close friends, and caregivers. He was a beloved husband, brother, uncle, and brother-in-law, a successful entrepreneur, and a cherished friend. Ron was born October 25,...

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