Obituaries

Dec 15, 2023

Patricia Vigder, 89, passed away surrounded by loved ones on December 15, 2023. Patti was born in Wheeling, West Virginia and moved to Akron as a young girl. She graduated from Buchtel High School and attended Flora Stone Mather. Patti was a loving mother to four children and spent countless hours preparing meals, driving carpools, and welcoming neighborhood children...

Dec 11, 2023

Gail Marie Zimmerman Lichten, a loving mother, devoted sister, and proud grandmother, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2023. Born in Akron, Ohio, Gail was the cherished daughter of Milton and Rose Zimmerman. Gail is survived by her loving children, Jason (Rachel) Lichten and Stephanie (Michael) Jennings, her dear sister, Kathie Schlessinger, and devoted brother, Larry (Tina Noyes) Zimmerman....

Nov 18, 2023

George S. Hoffman George Seixas Hoffman peacefully passed away on November 18, 2023, at home after a long illness. He was born on November 25, 1941 to the late Abigail and Nathan Hoffman in Ventnor, New Jersey. Although born in New Jersey, George spent most of his adult life in the Akron area, and enjoyed a long, successful career...

Nov 12, 2023

Robert B. Kaufman With heavy hearts, we share the passing of our father, grandfather and brother Robert B. Kaufman. Robert was born on February 1st, 1947 and passed away peacefully on November 12th, 2023. He is survived by his daughter Betsy (Steven), son Brett (Katie) and grandchildren, Tyler, Sadie, Colby, Dylan, Grant and Ian, and sister Cheryl Kaufman. He...

Nov 11, 2023

It is with great sadness that the family of Debra Curzan Kloner (née Stryffeler) announce her passing on Saturday, November 11, 2023 at the age of 71. Debra will be lovingly remembered by her father, Donald Stryffeler; children, Anthony Reigle(Deedee), Tabatha Reigle(Tobie); Sister, Linda Malak(Gary); beloved partner, David Kloner; grandchildren, Erin Rose(Matthew); great-grandchild; Archer, and numerous other family members...

Nov 4, 2023

Carol Helaine Holub-Curtis passed away peacefully in her sleep Nov. 4, 2023, after a long battle with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). She was 67. Born in Akron, Ohio, Carol was a graduate of Firestone High School and Kent State University where she earned a bachelor's degree in therapeutic recreation. She worked at YWCA Residential Intervention Center for Delinquent Girls, The...

Oct 23, 2023

Ian James Rosenthal, 78 passed away peacefully in his sleep on October 23rd, 2023. Ian grew up in Barberton and graduated from Barberton High School in 1962. Ian went to Brooks Institute of Photography in Santa Barbara, California where he had a lot of fun. After graduating from Brooks he joined the Army National Guard. Ian then worked with...

Oct 12, 2023

Dr. Joseph B. Chapman, born November 27, 1926, in Akron passed away on October 12, 2023. Joe was the son of Julius Chapman and Pearl Diskin; loving husband of Lillian (nee Recht) Chapman for 56 years; and brother of Shirley Wolfe. Joe was predeceased by son and daughter in law, Jeffrey and Joanne Chapman and granddaughter Raleigh Chapman Marks....

Oct 11, 2023

Leah Bliman passed away Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at the age of 93. She was married for 68 years to Martin (deceased). She is survived by her two daughters, Janet Bliman and Joyce Charney (Marc), four grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and loving nephews and nieces. Leah was born on June 27, 1930 in New York City to Anna and Abraham...

Sep 30, 2023

Janice S. Fish, 89, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on September 30. 2023, after a full and rich life. Jan was born on March 30, 1934, to Jack and Bea Seiger in Los Angeles, California. After Jan graduated from Canoga Park High School, she went on to study at the Los Angeles Community College. When her parents moved to...

Sep 27, 2023

We regret to announce the passing of Ellen Winer, 82, of Fairlawn, OH. Ellen was a devoted wife of Steve, Mother of Joy (Louis), Scott (Kelly), Jeffrey (Sara), Grandmother of Daniel, Sofia, Rachel and Emily. She was also the devoted sister of Jack Post (Alana) and Sue Post Maunu (Curt), and sister-in-law of Nanette (Max) Cutler. Ellen enjoyed needlepointing,...

Sep 21, 2023

Mary Ann Minster passed away on September 21, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. Mary Ann was born in Akron on November 14, 1926 to Ada and Ralph Marks. She was married to her devoted husband Stan for 72 years. Mary Ann was the dedicated mother of Debbie (Richard) Zelin, Shelley (David) Koch and Rob (Andrea) Minster. She was...

Aug 23, 2023

Dr. Herbert Kern Dr. Herbert Kern (everyone here called him Herbie) passed away peacefully on August 23, 2023 surrounded by his family. He lived a colorful and amazing life that began January 2nd, 1928 in Hamburg, Germany.  In 1937, when Herbie was nine, his family left Nazi Germany and moved to Tel Aviv where he grew up. He went...

Aug 20, 2023

AKRON Mitchell Ehrenberg passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, August 20, 2023, with his precious wife, children, and grandchildren around him. Andi and Mitch were married for 48 wonderful years. Mitch was dearly loved by his wife Andi, his daughter and son-in-law David and Stacey Buchner, and his son and daughter-in-law Michael Ehrenberg and Amanda Fiorito. His greatest...

Aug 13, 2023

Arthur Dean Schreiber was born on September 25th, 1950 and passed away in his sleep in the early morning of August 13, 2023. He was 72. Preceded in death is his devoted wife Sandra Schreiber; dearest parents, Irving & Esther Schreiber, and beloved sister Sandra Blevins. He was born in Akron and graduated from Copley High School in '68....

Jul 16, 2023

Judith E. Marks/Levine (nee Levin) AKRON – Judith Levine (nee Levin), previously Judith Marks passed away on July 16 at The Garden's (Memory Care Center) where she lived for the last 6 years. She was predeceased by her parents Al and Ida Levin, and brother Richard Levin. Judy is survived by her husband, Alan Levine, sons, Steven (Jeannine) Marks,...

Jul 15, 2023

Estelle Sybil Posen (Esther), our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully on July 15 with her daughters by her side. Esther was a wonderful mother and Bubby who was always there when her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren needed her and her wisdom and comfort. She was truly our family's anchor, her tiny shoulders belied her strength...

Jul 7, 2023

May 31, 2023

Judith Joy Epstein, 93, passed away May 31, 2023. Daughter of Lillian and Samuel Clayman, Joy was born in Toronto, Canada, where she graduated from the University of Toronto. In 1950, she married Bart Epstein and in 1962, they moved to Akron, the city she would call home for almost 60 years. Joy valued her family time the most,...

May 3, 2023

Dr. Zalman Ronen was born in Afula, Israel, May 20th, 1934, and passed away in Akron, Ohio, May 3rd, 2023. His parents were Yosef and Matla Singer. In his youth he could be found bobbing his head while listening to all the newest music from America. He imparted his love of music to his family. As an officer in...