All Obituaries

Cheryl Kay (Baker) Swinehart, of Wadsworth, Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2021. She is survived by her best friend and devoted husband of 51 years, George F. Swinehart; daughter, Karen Swinehart (Dale); son Adam Swinehart; grandchildren, Gunnar and Caroline; nephew and "bonus son", David Swinehart (Kim); and a long list of nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. Born December 4, 1949 to Clyde and Thelma Baker, Cheryl was a lifelong resident of...

Claud “Larry” Boatright, 73, passed away June 14, 2021.  Born in Barberton on April 5, 1948, he was preceded in death by his parents, Claude “Pete” and Nina Boatright.  Larry is survived by loving wife of nearly 47 years, Stephanie; daughter, Kristy (David) Castilla; granddaughter, Elizabeth Castilla; siblings, Luann (Ken) Smith, Lonnie “Joe” Boatright, Denis (Traci) Boatright; nieces and nephews, Ben, Nicole, Kaitlyn and Josh.  Family will...

Josephine C. Leatherman (nee: Puglisi), age 72, passed away June 7, 2021. She was born on September 22, 1948 in Wadsworth, Ohio. Jo graduated from Wadsworth High School, class of 1966 and had a long career in medical sales. In her spare time she enjoyed painting, traveling, and jazz music. She loved cooking and sharing meals with family and friends and spending time with her beloved grand children. Her strength was an inspiration to many. Preceded in death by her father, Joseph Puglisi. She...

Carlene R. Parker, 81, of Wadsworth, lost her courageous battle with cancer on May 23, 2021.  She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Earl D. Parker.  She will be greatly missed by her children, Faith (Rick) Damewood, Laurie (Robert) Craven, and Heather (Greg) Sexton and her 4 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.  Graveside service will be held at 2:45p.m. on Monday, June 7, 2021 at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, 10175 Rawiga Rd., Seville,...

AKRON – Winifred “Wendy” Danette Reid (nee Cheatham), age 50, passed away on Saturday, May 29, 2021 surrounded by family.  Wendy was born on September 21, 1970 to Arnold “Tom” and Carol (Culver) Cheatham. She was a lifetime resident of Akron and attended Akron Public Schools, graduating from Central-Hower High in 1987 and later attending the University of Akron.  Throughout her career, she worked for the City of Akron and the state...

Walter Guy Jones, age 69, passed away peacefully at his home in Bath Twp., June 2, 2021, after a long battle with cancer, surrounded by close family and friends. Walter was born on June 22, 1951 in Memphis, TN. He graduated from Buchtel High School and went on to receive his Associate’s degree in business from the University of Akron. Walter enjoyed listening to music, driving, and gambling. He held his Realtor’s license for many years; he also enjoyed many years of employment...

Ruby Powell, age 98, passed away May 29, 2021. She was born on May 27, 1923 in Grantsville, WV. Ruby resided the majority of her life in the Norton and Barberton areas and sold Avon for over 30 years. Preceded in death by her husband, Boyd G. Powell and son, Dale. She is survived by her sons, Doyle (Carol) and David (Dana); 7 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren and extended family. Graveside services will be held at 1:00pm on Tuesday, June 8, 2021 at Greenlawn Cemetery 2580 Romig...

Thomas A. Zilman passed away May 25, 2021.  Born 12/15/1951 in Akron, he enjoyed motorcycles, fishing, and being around his family and friends.  Preceded in death by his parents, aunts and uncles.  He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Brenda; sons, Michael (Melissa) and Nicholas; grandson and best friend, Vincent; brother, Tim, and many friends and extended family.  Family will receive friends from 2:00-5:00 p.m. with a service at 5:00 p.m., on Friday, May 28, 2021 at...

Russell Allen Huffman, age 34, passed away May 26, 2021; taken too soon and is now at peace. He was born in Barberton, Ohio on May 12, 1987 to Stannett (nee: Shultz) and the late Russell B. Huffman. Russell was a graduate of Rittman High School and was working in the land scaping business. He was a kind hearted, generous soul who loved his mom and brother dearly. Russ loved rap music and has aspirations of being a rapper one day. He enjoyed fishing, camping, skateboarding, racing and riding...

Robert “Bob” Ellison, age 89, passed away May 22, 2021. He was born on August 5, 1931 in Sutton, WV to the late William Frank and Pauline Ellison. Bob enjoyed hunting and fishing and was a Little League Umpire. Preceded in death by his wife, Wanda. Bob is survived by his children, Robin Ellison and Regi Ellison; grandsons, Dakota and Dalton; and 2 great-grandsons. Cremation has taken place and there will be no services at this time.