All Obituaries

John D. “Sonny” Williams, age 86, passed away July 15, 2019. He was born in Akron, Ohio. John served in the U.S. Army, retired from Preston Trucking and was a member of the Wayfair Masonic Lodge 789. Preceded in death by his wife, Betty; daughter, Becky; grandson, Brian; and sisters, Thelma Little and Joan Baker. Survived by sons, Larry (Helen) and Jon (Daneen); precious granddaughter, McKenzie; grandson, Keith Brusso; special friends, Louis, Beth, Mick and Janet; and extended...

Raymond Leroy Hartley went home to be with the Lord July 10, 2019, comfortably in his home in Wadsworth with his family by his side after a long battle with cancer and illness. Leroy was born in Moundsville, W.Va. April 2, 1938, to parents Clyde Hartley and Mary Anne McFadden, whom are preceding him in death. Also preceding are sister, Martha Bitner; brother, David Hartley; and his in-laws, James and Eileen Swigart. Leroy was a hard-working husband, father and grandfather who spent most of...

James “Jim” Brady, age 78, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2019. A native Clevelander, Jim served on the CPD for 30+ years. He enjoyed gardening, bowling and was an avid reader throughout his retirement. Jim is survived by his wife of 57 years, Sue; children Todd (Susan) & Jacque; 9 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren & many cherished nieces & nephews. He is preceded in death by his siblings Bob Brady & Dorothy (Lou) Kleis. Calling hours will be...

Lisa Jane Allen, 53, passed away on July 10, 2019.  Lisa was a life long resident of Akron and recently retired from the Akron Public Schools where she touched the lives of many throughout the years. She was preceded in death by her mother, Betty J. Allen and brother, Bradden J. Messer.  Lisa is survived by her father, Charles R. Allen; sisters, Cris (Bob) Yehle, Mindy (Doug) Arnold, Rozanne (Mike) Emich, Stephanie Allen (Bob Griffiths), and Lynda Johnson; sister-in-law, Betty...

Julian Gonzalez, age 89, passed away July 13, 2019. He was born August 16, 1929 in Texas and had spent the majority of his life in Barberton, Ohio. He was a member of St. Augustine Church.    Never goodbye, but we'll see you soon.  Julian was the most hardworking man; he worked for the railroad for 40 years and in retirement spent his days working in his garden.  He was a simple man and loved a day spent with his wife listening to Mexican Rancheras and...

Alice F. “Sally” Grubaugh went to be with the Lord early Monday morning July 8th, 2019. Alice was born on January 22, 1940. She was the youngest child of Nellie and Sheldon Lear and was the last member of her immediate family.  Sally was preceded in death by husband, William D Grubaugh, and two of her children, Debbie Ellis and Pat Grubaugh. Also preceded in death by second husband, Karl E Grubaugh, and step-son, Paul Grubaugh. Additionally preceding Alice’s...

Harold “Jim” James Heater Jr., age 68, passed away June 27, 2019. He was born on January 23, 1951 in Akron, Ohio. Jim proudly served in the US Marine Corps.  He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Laura; children, Tonya Webb (Fred), James, and April Heater; sister, Elaine Zebris (Jim); grandchildren, Tyler, Caitlyn, and Ethan; and faithful pet, Hunter.  Inurnment with graveside services will be held, FRIDAY, July 12, 2019 at 10:00am at Ohio Western Reserve National...

Don Krunich "Gaga", age 84, passed away July 12, 2019. Preceded in death by parents, Louie and Sophie Krunich, and infant sister, Georgeneann. Survived by wife, Jeanette Krunich; son, Steven Krunich; sister, Mary Doering; and brother, Ted Krunich (Joy). There will be no services per Don's request.

Together Again   BARBERTON-Flora Ann Johnson (Golden) "Annie" passed away unexpectedly July 6, 2019 at the age of 86. She was a member of the Barberton Liedertafel Club for many years along with other social organizations.  She enjoyed her Wednesday night BINGO and her bus trips to the casinos.   Preceded in death by her husband and the love of her life, "Big Ted" Johnson; son, Bill Golden Sr.; daughter, Joy Hatfield; parents, William Sr. and Dorothy...

Susan Duffy Schledwitz passed away peacefully on June 27th surrounded by her husband and her loving family. She was born June 1, 1947 in Lowell, Massachusetts and moved to the greater Akron area with her family in 1960.  Sue became a licensed practical nurse in 1966. She managed patient care units in nursing and rehabilitation facilities for many years. She was greatly admired and respected by her peers and patients and their families. She was always the person to go to for...