Obituaries

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...

Mar 1, 2023

AKRON Dolores Weintraub Ekus passed away peacefully surrounded by her children on March 1, 2023 at the age of 92. A native of Akron, Ohio, Dolores married her first love Bill Weintraub and celebrated almost 50 years together where they built a loving home and had 3 children. Dolores is preceded in death by her husbands Bill Weintraub and...

Feb 24, 2023

AKRON Frieda N. Gerin, 96, passed away February 24, 2023. Frieda was born in Akron June 5, 1926 to the late David and Lily Nelson. She loved spending time with her family, attending their sporting events and was well known for her M&M Cookies. Preceded in death by her first husband Joseph Gerin, second husband Sol Shwartz, son Stuart...

Feb 11, 2023

Celia Ruth Levy passed away peacefully February 11, 2023 How lucky is our family to have had mother, grandmother and great grandmother for almost 95 years! Celia leaves daughter Patricia Nemeroff, son-in-law Wayne, daughter, Cheryl Fox, son, David Levy, daughter-in-law Robin, grandchildren Jocelyn Sable, Robert Sable, Jennifer Nemeroff (OBM), Neal Levy, Juliann Levy, Michael Levy, Brian Fox, Gila Fox,...

Jan 24, 2023

Alvin Sherman Moses August 17, 1939 – January 24, 2023 Alvin Moses was the dearly devoted husband of Sandra Lynn Moses. Father of Scott (Jennifer) Moses, Lisa (Rick) Spector, Eric (Michelle) Moses. Grandfather of Jared (Ilyssa) Spector, Jordan (Jojo) Moses, Corey Spector, Gabrielle Moses, Madison Spector, Samantha (Andrew Nash) Moses, Justyn Moses, Jaci Moses, Jayden Moses and Addison Moses....

Jan 13, 2023

On Friday, January 13, 2023, Arlene Rossen, a life-long resident of Akron, Ohio passed away at the age of 83. Arlene was the daughter of Lillian and Milton Cohen. She graduated from Buchtel High School in 1956 and the Ohio State University in 1960. She received a Master's Degree in Education from the University of Akron. Arlene was life-long...

Jan 7, 2023

Pam Kanfer: An Advocate for Dyslexic Children and Akron Jewish Life Pamela Lewis Kanfer, a reading teacher who helped change the laws in Ohio so schools could meet the needs of dyslexic students, died January 7 in her adopted home in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, with family at her side after a long battle with cancer. She was 72....

Dec 24, 2022

Barbara R Lewis of Akron, OH passed away on Saturday, December 24th. Barbara was born October 13, 1943 in Richmond, VA to Max and Arleen Robinson. She attended Thomas Jefferson High School and Virginia Commonwealth University, both in Richmond, VA. In 1963 she married Paul A Lewis of Falls Church, VA. Barbara was an avid reader, bridge player and...

Dec 24, 2022

Judith Oestreicher, 84, passed away on December 24, 2022 after a battle with cancer, in the loving care of her family. Born in Cleveland, she spent virtually her whole life in Akron, graduated from Buchtel High School and attended Ohio State. Judi was a loving wife, mother and grandmother, to whom family was everything. She was a gourmet cook,...

Nov 19, 2022

Fay Wish (nee Kosins), 94, joined her beloved husband Don in eternity on November 19, 2022. She was the treasure of her three daughters and their families, including five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; the heart and soul of Akron institution Lakeshore Jewelers, which she and Don founded and owned for 47 years; and a force of nature with her...

Nov 7, 2022

Lillian "Sib" Mirman, 104, passed away on November 7, 2022. She was born in Akron's Peoples Hospital, during the Spanish Flu Pandemic on October 19, 1918. She was the daughter of Abraham and Sadie Sparber, sister to Louis and Frances and devoted wife to Bob, all of blessed memory. She was a loving and loyal mom to Judy Lorber...

Oct 27, 2022

AKRON Annabelle (Ann) Shine passed away October 27, 2022. She was born in Canton, Ohio June 4, 1926. Ann Graduated from Century College of Medical Technology in Chicago, Ill. She was a medical technician/secretary for many years. She was a member of Temple Israel and the Sisterhood. She was preceded in death by sons Richard and Robert and beloved...

Sep 30, 2022

AKRON Steven H. Frost, 75, a lifetime area resident, passed away September 30, 2022 after a brief illness. Rabbi Stephen Grundfast conducted graveside services October 3, 2022 at Rose Hill Burial Park.

Sep 22, 2022

AKRON Melvyn "Mel" Mermelstein passed away surrounded by his loving family on September 22 after a short illness. Born May 8, 1938, Mel was a lifelong Akronite, respected local pharmacist of 50 years, and a beloved 12 year volunteer at Akron Childrens Hospital. Mel was a longtime fan of movies, Broadway shows, Mickey Mouse and a collector of Disney...

Sep 6, 2022

Maxine Ruth Levey passed away Tuesday September 6, 2022 after 101 years of life. She is preceded in death by her parents Max and Hermine Salpeter, her husband Samuel Levey, her sister Lois Salpeter and brother Robert Salpeter. Maxine was loved dearly by her children and their spouses Lawrence Levey and Chrisie Levey, David Levey and Shirley Levey, Hermine...