Shurdon L. Groves
Jan 17, 2025
Shurdon L. Groves, 80 of Ravenna, passed away Friday January 17, 2024 at UH Portage Medical Center in Ravenna, Ohio. He was born in Sutton, WVA on June 15, 1944 to Genevieve Groves. Living in Ravenna most of his life, he retired from Automated Packaging in Streetsboro as a machinist. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in...
James H. "Papa" Wise
Jan 17, 2025
James "Papa" Wise April 28, 1924 – January 17, 2025
James Wise, lovingly known as "Papa" to his family and friends, passed away peacefully at the age of 100 on January 17, 2025, at Vista Veranda in Ravenna, Ohio. Born on April 28, 1924, in Akron, Ohio, James lived a remarkable life filled with love, dedication, and...
Phyllis Joan Cettomai
Jan 16, 2025
Phyllis Joan Cettomai, 78, of Rootstown, passed away Thursday January 16, 2025 at her home in Rootstown. On May 13, 1946, Phyllis was born in Boston, Massachusetts to the late Lodovico Nelo and Katherine Marie (Maurer) Cettomai. Phyllis has lived in Rootstown most of her life and was a member of Immaculate Conception Church in Ravenna, Ohio. Phyllis spent...
Phyllis Jean Griffith
Jan 15, 2025
Phyllis Jean Griffith, 87, of Rootstown, went to be with the Lord peacefully January 15, 2025.
On March 5, 1937 she was born in Elk Lick, PA, to the late Austin C. and M. Elaine (Hersh) Hutzel.
Living in Rootstown most of her life, Phyllis worked at Porky Pigs grocery store, she was a member...
Albert M. Albaugh
Jan 13, 2025
Albert M. Albaugh 81 of Streetsboro passed away Monday, January 13, 2025 at his residence. He was born December 18, 1943 in San Antonio, Texas to Albert M. and Elvira R. (Steele) Albaugh. Albert had attended Faith Baptist Church in Streetsboro and had worked as a cook. Survivors include his brothers John J. Deely and Michael L. Albaugh. He...
Alice (Garro) Giorgio
Jan 13, 2025
Alice Giorgio, of Ravenna, passed away on Monday, January 13, 2025 at Vista Veranda in Ravenna. Alice was born on May 24, 1929 in Ravenna, Ohio to Italian immigrants, the late Santo and Maria (Flaminio) Garro. A lifetime resident of Ravenna, she grew up on Meridian St., an Italian neighborhood, nicknamed “macaroni hill” because of its Italian heritage. Alice...
Norma Jean Ellis
Jan 12, 2025
Norma Jean Ellis, a loving wife, devoted mother, cherished grandmother and great grandmother, and loyal friend passed away on January 12, 2025 at the age of 77. Born May 2, 1947, Norma is survived by her loving husband Richard Ellis of 40 years, daughter Angela McMasters, son Zteven Ellis, daughter-in-law Mary Ellis, her grandchildren Isabella Ellis, Adalynn Ellis, Alissa...
Patricia Miner
Jan 11, 2025
Patricia Miner 89 of Kent, formerly of Edinburg, passed away Saturday, January 11, 2025 at Danbury of Tallmadge. She was born May 12, 1935 to William F. and Flo E. (Titus) Miner. Patricia was a member of Edinburg United Church, a 1953 graduate from Southeast High School and had worked at Kent State University and retired from Evenflo in...
Anthony Ray "Andy" Stutler
Jan 10, 2025
Anthony Ray Stutler “Andy” 63 of Ravenna, OH died peacefully Friday, January 10, 2025. He was born May 28, 1961 in Weston, WV to Everett and Effie Lou Stutler. Andy worked at Ravenna Tire for over 23 years before retiring. Anyone that has met Andy will remember his great kindness and “UNIQUE” personality - known as the king of...
Charles J. "Chuck" Kocisko
Jan 9, 2025
Charles J. "Chuck" Kocisko 83 of Streetsboro passed away Thursday, January 9, 2025 at UH Portage Medical Center. He was born February 3, 1941 in Garfield Heights, Ohio to Charles and Frances (Tomola) Kocisko. Chuck was a member of St. Joan of Arc Church, the Knights of Columbus, and a US Army veteran. He was very active in Streetsboro,...
Arthur Prejna
Jan 8, 2025
Arthur Prejna, 84, of Streetsboro, passed away peacefully at Hospice of Medina on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. Art was born September 29, 1940, in Buffalo, NY, to Frank and Sophie (Cygan) Prejna. After graduating from Sloan High School in 1958, he enlisted in the U.S. Army and served in the 82nd Airborne Division. He was honorably discharged, and spent...
Diana Jean (Sapp) Moore
Jan 7, 2025
Diana Jean Sapp Moore, of Yosemite, KY, formerly of Kent, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday January 7, 2025 in Lexington, KY. Born April 13, 1958, she was 66 years old. Preceded in death by her parents, Sterling Eugene and Shirley (Liston) Sapp and her brother Charles Eugene Sapp. She is survived by her life partner of 20 years...
Anthony Parks
Jan 6, 2025
Anthony Parks, 56 of Canton formerly of Streetsboro, passed away on Monday, January 6, 2025. Anthony was born on March 6, 1968 in Bedford, Ohio to his parents David Parks and Ruth A. (Adzema) Gabler. He had worked as a supervisor for A.R.E. Truck Caps and Covers in Massillon and was a 1986 graduate from North Royalton High School....
Maryann Osterland
Jan 5, 2025
MaryAnn Osterland, 79, of Ravenna, passed away Sunday January 5, 2025 at her home with her family by her side. On September 1, 1945, she was born in Warren, Ohio to the late Charlie and Ethel (Stroup) Marvin. MaryAnn has lived in Ravenna most of her life and retired as an orthopedic aide from Ravenna and Southeast School systems. ...
Dolores J (Carden) Larocque
Jan 4, 2025
Dolores J. LaRocque, 85 of Ravenna, passed away Saturday, January 4, 2025 at her residence in Ravenna. Dolores was born on May 11, 1939 in Bentleyville, Pennsylvania to her late parents Brownlow and Freda (King) Carden. She had worked as a waitress for Guido's and was a member of the First Christian Church in Kent and a member of...
Virginia G. Buchkoski
Jan 3, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Virginia Buchkoski, a beloved mother, sister, aunt, and friend, on January 3, 2025.
Virginia had a love for arts and crafts, with a special talent for crocheting. She created blankets, stuffed animals, and other heartfelt gifts that her loved ones treasure. She collected angel figurines, adored...
Carolee Wise
Dec 30, 2024
Carolee Wise, 75, of Ravenna passed away Monday, December 30, 2024 at UH Portage Medical Center. She was born September 28, 1949 in Ravenna, Ohio to Harold Eugene and Jean (Keefer) Wise, who proceeded her in death, as well as her sister Joanne B. (Wise) Heinz. Carolee, after a brief stint working in NYC fashion (where she made lifelong...
Charles G Davis
Dec 29, 2024
Mr. Charles Davis, age 69, of Kent passed away on December 29, 2024 at UH Portage Medical Center in Ravenna after a brief illness. Charles was born on July 20, 1955 in Ravenna, Ohio to the late J.C. and Della Alexander.
Retiring from Paco Rubber in 2001, Charles was currently employed by Sun America in Alliance. Charles...
Tyrone Douglas Phillips
Dec 29, 2024
Tyrone Douglas Phillips, 82 of Ravenna, passed away Sunday, December 29, 2024 at the Phoenix of Fairlawn in Akron, Ohio. On July 24, 1942 Tyrone was born in Fairmont, WVA to the late Harry "Pete" W. Phillips and Elladean (Kisner) McBee. Mr. Phillips has lived in Ravenna the past six months and had lived in Richmond Hts. for 32...
Michael Thomas Myles
Dec 28, 2024
Michael Thomas Myles 32 of Streetsboro passed away Saturday, December 28, 2024 at Metro Health Medical Center in Cleveland. He was born May 6, 1992 in Beckley, West Virginia to John H. and Mary (Burton) Myles. Michael was a US Army veteran and had worked at Viking Forge. He was preceded in death by his father John H. Myles....
