All Obituaries

Debra E. Lester has passed at 65 + years on September 17, 2022 after a hard fought 6-month battle with cancer. Debbie was born in Barberton Ohio on November 13, 1956. She’s preceded in death by parents Alfred and Elva Kelley of Barberton; in- laws Richard and Donna Lester of Akron. Survived by her husband of 46 years 10 months and 7 days Thomas P. Lester and son Adam T. Lester of New Franklin, Portage lakes area; brother Dennis Kelley and his son Jason of Barberton; brother in-law...

Robert "Robbie" Biren left this world on the 16 of September 2022. Born on December 2, 1980. Robert spent every day cheering up those around him. Robbie was an avid lover of all thing’s super hero, sci-fi, and cooking. He loved attending shows at the local theater, and spoiling the endings for his cousins before they could see it. Robbie enjoyed playing video games, watching games shows with his cats, and was always ready to strike up a conversation with anyone. Robbie...

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Phyllis Jean Redman on September 15th after a courageous battle with cancer.  Phyllis was born in Akron, Ohio to Paul and Edith Suter.  She was preceded in death by her husband Richard and brother Wilfred.  She leaves behind her son Randy, daughter-in-law Regina, granddaughters Catherine (husband Robert), Rebecca, great granddaughter Eleanor and brother-in-law Edwin as well as many nieces and nephews.  She graduated...

Walter Kuenzi, 96, resident of The Village of St. Edward (Green, OH), formerly of Gibsonia, PA, died August 23, 2022.  He was the beloved husband of Kathryn for 76 years; loving father of W. Wayne (Jenny), Keith Lee (Patricia); grandfather of Lisa Dirling, Travis James, and Jeremy Keith (Bethany) Kuenzi; great-grandfather of Luke Phillip and Clara Elizabeth; uncle to many loved nieces and nephews. Walter was a mechanical engineering graduate of Penn Sate University, worked for Koppers...

Rachel Ann deGuia-Davis, 28, of Canal Fulton, Ohio was set free from her battle with cancer on Friday, July 22, 2022. She passed away at home surrounded by her family and friends. Rachel was one of the most honest, fun loving, compassionate, and determined 28 year-olds you’d ever meet. Anyone who crossed her path was blessed with her joy for life and admirable strength. She grew up in Canal Fulton, Ohio and was a dedicated student-athlete at both Northwest High School and Gannon...

Margaret Ann Jones, 83, of Aberdeen, NC passed away Saturday, January 8, 2022 in Pinehurst, NC. Margaret was born in Murphy, NC to Roscoe and Nellie (nee Allen) Adams on October 5, 1938. She graduated from Workman High School in Stow, Ohio. She married Jerry Jerome Jones September 8, 1956 and resided in Stow, Ohio. Margaret was adventurous, loved riding motorcycles, and adored her children and grandchildren.             Margaret is...

Richard Nester, long time Portage Lakes resident, went home to our Lord on Saturday July 9, 2022. Richard was born on November 12, 1934 in Akron. He was a graduate of Garfield High School and a retired Akron Fireman and M&B Radiator employee. Richard loved watching the people and boats on the Lakes. He was preceded in death by Father Oral Nester, Mother Rosina (nee Clark) Nester and Sister Doris Sprague. He is survived by his loving family Peggy (nee Bartlett) Easterday ,...

Wilda Ann Boyce, 85, passed away on June 14, 2022. Wilda was born January 17, 1937, in Accident, Maryland to the late Paul Savage and Lois Savage.   On May 18, 1957, Wilda married Robert Boyce. Robert passed one week before their 65th wedding anniversary. We believe he went ahead to make a place for Wilda.   Also preceding her in death were brothers and sister-in-law Curtis & Madge Savage; James & Sue Savage; and her nephew Michael Savage. She is survived by her...

Alfred P. Petit went home to be with the Lord, June 9, 2022. He was born in 1926 in Doylestown, Ohio to the late Henry and Clara (nee Homan) Petit and lived most of his life in Springfield Township. Alfred retired from General Tire after many years of service as a Machinist and was a Veteran of The United States Navy, serving in WWII. He witnessed the first American Flag on Iwo Jima going up.  He was a member of the Mogadore Boat Club, Nativity of The Lord Jesus Catholic Church and a...

Barbara L Hopkins, 90, passed away June 2, 2022.  She was born in Akron and had worked for the Manchester School District as a secretary. She was known for her good cooking, her love of flowers and enjoyed crocheting.  She had a special love for her dog, Buddy. Barbara is preceded in death by husband, John, daughter, Sherrie Lyn and brother, David Paul Hopkins.  She is survived by loving daughter Sue Rutledge, sister, Gail E Mercer, granddaughter, Melissa and great grandson,...