All Obituaries

WOOSTER – Julie M. Ackeret, age 52, passed away on January 11, 2019. Born on December 29, 1966 in Millersburg, OH to the late Vernon and Erma (Schonauer) Ackeret, she was a resident of Wooster for 15 years, previously of Dalton.  Julie attended Zion Lutheran Church in Wooster and loved spending time with her family and friends, going out to eat and to the movies.  She especially loved to watch M.A.S.H on T.V. and videos. She is survived by her sister, Lori (Richard)...

DOYLESTOWN – Rebecca S. Deeser (nee, Sleeth), age 71, passed away on January 7, 2019. Born on August 25, 1947 in Akron to the late Echols “Bud” and Jackie (Kerby) Sleeth, she was a resident of Doylestown since 1967.  Rebecca was retired from Akron Metropolitan Housing and was an avid pet lover. Preceded in death by her parents and brother, Robert E. Sleeth; she is survived by her husband of 25 years, David; step children, Michelle (Dave) Starling of Wadsworth, Robert...

RAVENNA - Frank J. Funk, age 67, passed away at home on January 5, 2019. Born on March 24, 1951 in Barberton to the late Frank S. and Rose Marie (Petit) Funk, he was a resident of Ravenna for 32 years, previously of Akron.  Frank retired from Highmark Insurance, and had previously been an IT Tech with various firms for over 40 years. He loved to fish, play cards and watch the Cleveland sports teams. He is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Barbara; daughters, Andrea (Casey)...

RITTMAN – Teresa G. Parsons, age 61, passed away on January 1, 2019. Born on April 27, 1957 in Akron, she was a resident of Chippewa Township for 40 years.  Employed by Magnolia Health Care Center for 35 years as a nurse, Teresa was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who enjoyed spending time with her family, and loved spoiling her grandchildren. Preceded in death by her father, Ivan Ward; brother Lawrence Ward, she is survived by her husband and love of her life for 41...

MARSHALLVILLE – Calvin E. Lower, age 94, passed away unexpectedly on December 30, 2018. Born on October 30, 1924 in Marshallville to the late Harmon and Rosa (Zimmerman) Lower, Calvin was a life resident of Marshallville.  A veteran of WWII serving with the U.S. Navy, Calvin was owner and operator of Lower Excavating and was previously with Nussbaum Construction for over 40 years.  He was a life member and past commander of the Marshallville American Legion Post #718. ...

DOYLESTOWN – Donald G. Akers, age 88, passed away peacefully at home on December 27, 2018. Born in 1930 in Marlinton, WV, to the late William and Ethel (Higgins) Akers, he was a resident of Doylestown, Ohio, since 1991, previously of Buckeye, WV. A veteran of the Korean War serving with the U. S. Marines, Donnie was a retired Ironworker with Local #17 in Cleveland, OH.  He enjoyed being outdoors while deer hunting, fishing, and running coon and rabbit dogs, which he raised over...

COLUMBUS, OH – Clara E. DeAngelis, age 89, passed away on December 20, 2018. Born on January 15, 1929 in Akron, OH to the late Julio and Mary (Bozzelli) Fulvimari, she was a graduate of Buchtel High School and was a resident of Columbus since 1991, previously of Phoenix, AZ, and Barberton, OH.  Clara retired as a secretary, having worked with various firms in the Akron area.  A member of St. Brigid of Kildare Catholic Church in Dublin, OH, she was a founding member and...

DOYLESTOWN – David W. Lambert, age 53, passed away unexpectedly on December 14, 2018. Born on March 21, 1965 in Barberton, he was a resident of Doylestown since 1993, previously of Richfield. He was previously employed with Clear Channel Communications. David loved his father’s Harley Davidson which was passed down to him and enjoyed spending time with his riding buddies.  He especially loved spending time with his family and children. He is preceded in death by his...

NORTH LAWRENCE – Michael L. Woods, age 57, passed away on December 13, 2018 after a short battle with cancer.   Born on November 2, 1961 in Orrville, OH, Mike was a resident of North Lawrence for 30 years, previously of Orrville.  Employed by Akron Brass and previously Orrville Bronze, Mike attended Faith United Methodist Church in North Lawrence.  He loved being outdoors, camping, and riding his Harley Davidson. Preceded in death by his father, Dean; son, Dustin;...

MEDINA – Richard D. Martell, age 59, passed away on December 11, 2018. Born on December 26, 1958, in Phoenix, AZ to the late Arthur L. and Darline E. (Eberle) Martell, he was a resident of Medina for 12 years, previously of Apple Creek. A few of Richards loves included, playing with the grandkids while spending time with the family, golf, and listening to the High School Football Game of the Week on the radio. He is survived by his wife of 11 years, Lois; sons, Joshua (Heather)...