Thomas A. Diroll
Feb 6, 2025
Thomas Albert Diroll passed away on Thursday, February 6th, 2025. He was 75. He missed his wife. Thomas, or Tom as most called him, was born in Warren, Ohio to Harry and June Diroll and was the 4th of ten children they raised in Windham. Tom attended Kent State and served in the Army, where he earned marksman honors....
Brenda Sue (Benbow) Briggs
Feb 5, 2025
Brenda Sue Briggs, 71, of Reminderville passed away Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at Holy Family Hospice in Parma. She was born November 4, 1953 in Shelby, Ohio to James R. and Doris J. (Campbell) Benbow. Brenda worked for Hattie Larlham where she had compassion for everyone that stayed there. Survivors include her daughter Emily (Brian) Teubl, grandchildren Austin and...
Marjorie E (Lyon) Taylor
Feb 5, 2025
Marjorie passed away peacefully on February 5, 2025 ,with her daughters by her side. She was born on October 15, 1934, and was so excited to celebrate her 90th birthday with a big party in October! Marjorie is survived by her daughters Carol Johnson, Debbie McCourt (Wesley), and Karen Hassett (Bob), six Grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and her beloved cat,...
Helen C. (Garl) Dipaola
Feb 2, 2025
Helen C. DiPaola 92 of Ravenna passed away Sunday, February 2, 2025 at Tamarack Ridge in Brimfield. She was born July 18, 1932 in Brimfield to Harry and Edna (Glass) Garl. Helen was a lifelong resident of Portage County, a member of Immaculate Conception Church, Young at Heart and the Infant of Prague. She retired from GE lamp plant...
Richard J Kunka
Feb 2, 2025
Richard J. "Dick" Kunka, 80, of Ravenna, passed away Sunday February 2, 2025 at UH Portage Medical Center in Ravenna, Ohio. Being a lifelong Ravenna resident, Dick was born July 8, 1944 in Ravenna, Ohio to the late Victor and Margaret (Hurst) Kunka. He was a retired repairman from General Motors in Lordstown, Ohio. Survivors include his wife of...
Sandra L (Luedtke) Phillips
Jan 30, 2025
Sandra L. Phillips, 87 of Shalersville, passed away Thursday, January 30, 2025 at her home with her family by her side. On February 16, 1937, she was born in Merrill, Wisconsin to the late Frank and Lorraine (Karau) Luedtke. Sandra has lived in Portage County since 1944 and in Shalersville since 1964. She was a member of the Calico...
Donna L. (Pifer) Howell
Jan 26, 2025
Donna L Howell, 78 of Streetsboro, passed away on Sunday January 26, 2025, peacefully at home. Born June 8,1946 in Cumberland, Maryland. Living in Streetsboro most of her life, she enjoyed being a homemaker to her children, Scott (Diana) Howell, Thomas (Chris) Howell, Michell (Erick) Chapman, William (Tiffany) Howell, James F. Howell. Her (14) Grandchildren, Chaz, Darci, Jessica, Scott,...
Tyrone Hornbuckle
Jan 25, 2025
Tyrone Hornbuckle, born May 2, 1959 in Cleveland OH, beloved life partner of Jennifer Wampler, passed away of cardiac arrest at his residence in Windham, OH January 25, 2025.
Tyrone grew up in Mesopotamia, OH and attended North Bloomfield High School, where he became a gifted musician and singer, with deep ties to the community. He was...
Brenda G. (Blair) Rowe
Jan 23, 2025
Brenda G. Rowe 76 of Ravenna passed away Thursday, January 23, 2025 at Aurora Manor in Aurora, Ohio. She was born November 13, 1948 in Logan, WV to the late Palmer and Inez (Trent) Blair. Brenda worked as an administrative assistant doing ambulance billing. Survivors include her son Raymond Rowe, grandson Braden Moreno, a cousin Linda Mullins and friend...
Dale A. Daugherty
Jan 21, 2025
Dale A. Daugherty 74 of Streetsboro passed away Tuesday, January 21, 2025. He was born July 18, 1950 in Youngstown, Ohio to the late Howard I. and Patricia Ann (Bill) (Shively) Gelinas Daugherty. Dale was a US Marine Corp veteran and worked in sales. He was a member of the Walton Hills Church of Christ and had a passion...
Monica Lynn (Keller) Hilliard
Jan 20, 2025
Monica Lynn Hilliard, 52, passed away on January 20, 2025. Monica was an avid runner who found joy in running half marathons. She was deeply devoted to her family and was known to many as “Aunt Momo,” a name that reflected her warm and loving spirit. She was an inspiration to everyone, and taught the many who knew her...
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...
