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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Dec 21, 2023
Bernard Kamenir November 9, 1926Â ~Â December 21, 2023Â (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
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,...
Patricia Anne Vigder
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...
Gail Lichten
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....
George Seixas Hoffman
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...
Robert B. Kaufman
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...
Debra Curzan
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...
