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Angie passed away on Monday, December 16, 2024, at the age of 95. Angie was born and raised in the insular environment of Akron's Italian neighborhood. She defied convention and married a handsome young Welsh protestant who quickly whisked her away to exotic foreign lands. She faced an array of cultural, linguistic and child rearing challenges while immersed in and amazed by the beauty of these lands. She coped by drawing upon her strength, adapted easily and learned quickly. From hiking the rugged New Zealand Milford Track to expertly haggling groceries in open markets. Angie had a remarkable way of developing and nurturing enduring friendships. She was a model of efficiency and...

David Mark Hallis, known to many as "Dave", age 59, of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio passed away on Friday, December 13, 2024 at the Justin T. Roger Hospice Care Center after a brief, valiant battle with CJD. Dave was born August 4, 1965 in Akron, Ohio to the late Nick and Wilma E. (Gearhart) Hallis. he was a 1984 graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School; he continued his education with the National Institute of Technology and then with the Refrigeration Service Engineers Society. Dave was a hard worker and was always willing to lend a helping hand. He worked for the Coca Cola Bottling Company of Eastern Great Lakes in Twinsburg, and loved his job and co-workers. Dave is survived by his wife,...

Joyce Louise (Stephens) Oja, grandma Oja or "Gigi" was born a Yooper, raised in Calumet, MI, an active child, adored her parents and big sister, Great Lakes beach babe, winter sports enthusiast and MSU fan. A true woman/wife of the fifties she was devoted to husband and home. A concept we more "modern" women/generations don't always fully understand or embrace. She loved her husband, daughter, three granddaughters, their spouses and was especially amazed and delighted by her seven great grandchildren. She often asked on phone calls and during visits about the kids, their latest endeavors, activities and clever comments. Joyce ate well, walked and biked into her seventies. During week long...

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Jackie Marie Kautenberger, beloved friend and cousin who passed away peacefully at home on November 27th at the age of 66. Jackie was born on March 22, 1958 in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. Jackie is survived by aunt Suzanne Kautenburger, cousins Bill Perez, Debbie Kautenburger, Kevin Kautenburger, cousin-in-law Catherine Perez and 2nd cousins David Perez and Nicole Perez, Jennifer Perez Warren and Phil Warren, Angela Kautenburger, Miranda Zaynor and Sophie Kautenburger, and 3rd cousins Olivia Kloss, and Kameron and Gabriela Perez. She was preceded in death by her kind and loving mother Dorothy E. Kautenberger, and adoring father Jack R....

Andrea Kristine Sanders was born May 3,1949 to Oscar and Dorothy Mae (Clarke) Sanders. Andy loved to travel and visited many places such as India and Mexico. She was a spiritual person who loved learning about eastern religions and cultures. She loved music, books, hiking, and animals, especially her belated cats. She is survived by her sister Karen "Sue" Vanbuskirk and her brother Craig Sanders, as well as, her nieces and nephews Christine Fleming, Kimberly Sturmi, Brandie Shingler-Willochell, Hollie Rudiak, David Sanders, and Rachel Waterson. She also has many great and great grand nieces and nephews and cousins that she loved. She is preceded in death by her father and mother Oscar...

Becky Danesis, age 82, went home to be with the Lord and peacefully passed away on Wednesday, November 20, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents George and Irene Danesis of Akron, Ohio and brother and sister-in-law Louis and Helen Danesis of Akron, Ohio. Becky is survived by her daughter Renee (Rudy) Burton of Stow, Ohio; grandson Christopher (Amanda) Burton of Stow, Ohio; granddaughter Kara (Bobby) Szemenyei of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio and great-granddaughter Lydia Burton. Her brothers, Michael (Pamela) Danesis of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio and Dr. Gregory (Katie) Danesis of Akron, Ohio along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, and good friends. Becky was born September 22, 1942 and...

David E Gorsline, age 92, of Stow, Ohio passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2024 at his residence. David was born June 23, 1932 in Coshocton, Ohio to the late Eugene and Leota (Schwartz) Gorsline. He retired from Saint Gobain Performance Plastics. David was a member of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church. He enjoyed traveling, cruises, golf and rooting for all the Cleveland sports teams. Besides her parents, David is preceded in death by his daughter Darlene, His beloved wife of 72 years, Barbara and his brother, James Gorsline. He is survived by his son, David L. (Shirley) Gorsline, and his son-in-law Dale (Audrey) Walker, five grandchildren, Kelly (Joe), Brett (Kristina), Robert (Erin), Gregory,...

Donna J. (Wood) Quisenberry, age 87, passed away peacefully on September 17th surrounded by her family. Visit www.rosehillbp.com to view the entire obituary and service information, as well as send condolences.

NORTON- Mattie L. Thompson, age 92, passed away early Friday morning, August 16, 2024 at the Justin T. Rogers Hospice Care Center. Mattie was born February 8, 1932 in Gassaway, West Virginia to the late Ressie and Lulu (Isenhart) Townsend. Mattie retired from Ridgewood Place as a supervisor. Mattie enjoyed watching the birds, squirrels, and her great grandkids; especially Penny feeding her Fruit Loops and watching cartoons. Besides her parents, Mattie is preceded in death by her daughter Penny Lou Thompson, her son-in-law Denver McColley, her brothers, Lee and Charlie Townsend, her sisters, Lucille Jenkins, Mina Townsend, Floda Perrine, and Lenore Townsend. Mattie is survived by her...

MaryAnn Scalia, age 85, passed away Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at Timberline Ridge Skilled Nursing center. MaryAnn was born August 11, 1938 in Mt. Washington, Pa to the late Nicholas and Sue (Sebastian) Burchick. MaryAnn was a member of St. Hilary Catholic Church where she assisted with the weekly bulletin and helped with mercy luncheons. MaryAnn was also active with the Fairlawn City Women's Club. MaryAnn enjoyed working in her lawn and she kept an immaculate home. Besides her parents, MaryAnn is preceded in death by her sisters Dolores Scott and Arlene McDonald. MaryAnn is survived by her husband, Joseph; her daughters, Lynn Scalia and Paula (Andrew) Antonino, her son Vincent...

Patricia Jean Davidson, 83, passed away Monday, June 14, 2024 in Akron, Ohio. Born in Barberton, Ohio in 1940, she was raised in Firestone Park, attending St. Paul Grade School and Garfield High School, graduation class of 1958. Pat retired from Bridgestone/Firestone after 20-1/2 years of service, last working in Dealer Operations. She moved to Maple Leaf Estates in Port Charlotte, Fl November 1992. She then worked for the Charlotte County Board of County Commissioners retiring in May 2002 after 9 years of service. After Hurricane Charley destroyed their home they moved to Fort Myers, Florida, living there for 11 years where Pat was involved in the Friends of Lakes Library, Little...

AKRON- Gloria G. Rittenhouse, age 94, of Akron passed away Saturday morning at Ohio Living Rockyknol. Gloria's request was for no funeral services, committal prayers will be offered at 10AM Thursday in the Chapel of Rose Hill Cemetery by Rev. Dr. Roderick C. Pounds Solomon Sr., Entombment immediately following. Visit www.rosehillbp.com to read the entire obituary, share fond memories and condolences.

It is with profound sadness that I share the passing of my beloved husband Paul R Hoefle and devoted father on June 9th, 2024. He was surrounded by his loving wife Shirley Hoefle, of 70 years, and his 9 children. He was a humble, kind and a devoted servant to God. He was 95 years old. Born in Euclid,Ohio on 12/13/28. He attended Brush High School. After graduation, he was drafted into the United States Army. He served in the infantry for four months and requested a transfer to become a Paratrooper during the Korean War. His passion was carpentry, roller skating and camping with his family. He was a carpenter for 34 years and then retired. He continued his carpentry skills with side jobs...

Jonathan A. "Jon" Gross, loving husband of Marianne Pruni Gross, youngest son of the late Alfred and Joan Gross of Marblehead, Massachusetts. Jon came to Cleveland in 1975 for his cousins wedding, and never left. Loving brother of the late Robert A. Gross (Annette), brother of Phillip S. Gross (Terry) and family of Northern Virginia. Jon is survived by his Aunts Sally Good and Jane Good, and cousins of the Good and Miller families as well as numerous lifelong friends. Jon was a Fish Monger Extraordinaire for well over 40 years enjoying and exciting career of buying, selling, marketing, trading, and importing premium seafood products. Jon's passion was his work and family, but also very...

Jonathan A. "Jon" Gross, age 67 passed away April 15, 2024 at his residence. Please visit www.rosehillbp.com to read the entire obituary, share memories and leave condolences for Jon's family.

Jacqueline Strong, age 80, of Akron, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at her residence after a period of declining health. Jacqueline was born November 14, 1943 in Danville, Kentucky to the late Banks R. and Juanita (Patton) Johnson, Sr. She was a graduate of Buchtel High School. She retired as a Surgical Technician with over 30 years at St. Thomas Hospital. Jacqueline enjoyed shopping and cooking, she loved listening to gospel music, and spending time with her family. Besides her parents, Jacqueline is preceded in death by her husband, Alfred Strong, Sr, her sister, Beverly Hawthorne, her son-in-law Deon Brooks, and step-daughter Sonia Strong. She is survived by her daughter...

Carol W. Awender, PhD, passed away March 31, 2024 after a long battle with chronic lung disease. She was born in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, attended Cottey College, and subsequently graduated from The University of Wisconsin. She went on to earn her PhD in Psychology from the University of Akron. Carol was preceded in death by her husband Herbert Awender, MD, her daughter, Mary Honeycutt, and siblings Lucy Bottoni, Gilbert Sutherland, Priscilla Boscoff, and Sylvia Barry. She is survived by her children Scott Awender, MD (Nancy Awender, MD), Jill Shankar, JD, MBA (Vijay Shankar, MBA), Leslie Awender, MFA (Brice Harris, MA); her grandchildren Morgan Honeycutt, JD, Gabrielle Awender, and Thomas...

FAIRLAWN- Ralph F. Wood, age 93, passed away Friday, March 29, 2024 at the Justin T. Rogers Hospice Center after a period of declining health. Ralph was born November 15, 1930 in Akron and was a lifelong area resident. He graduated from East High School in the Class of 1948 and attended the University of Akron where he lettered on the rifle team. Ralph worked for 43 years for the F.W. Albrecht Grocery Company, opening and managing the Montrose Acme. He was a charter and proud member of the Copley Lions Club, now the Copley Norton Lions Club. Ralph was an avid golfer and pool player, and each of those friends held a special place in his heart. He enjoyed a good card game with family and...

Patricia A. Markham, age 84, of Akron, Ohio passed away on Saturday, March 16, 2024 at Akron City Hospital. Patricia was born in Akron on May 5, 1939 to the late Donald E. and Lillian (Noland) Mills. Patricia retired from JC Penney in Custom Decorating. She was a pen pal enthusiast for most of her life, she attended several reunions in many different states. She enjoyed traveling, especially "glamping", and spending summers at Cherokee Park. She loved to play Euchre and enjoyed going to casino's. Besides her parents, Patricia is preceded in death by her son Howard Gillenwater, her daughter Dinah Iachoboni, and her stepson Randy Markham, her brothers Donald and Wayne, and her sister...

Barbara Ann Gorsline, age 93, of Stow, Ohio passed away on Saturday, March 16, 2024 at her residence. Barbara was born February 28, 1931 in Cleveland, Ohio to the late George and Wilma (Haver) Demaline. Barbara was a member of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church and the Cuyahoga Falls Women's Club. She was an avid Bridge player. She enjoyed traveling, especially on Cruises. Besides her parents, Barbara is preceded in death by her daughter Darlene, her brothers Marvin, George, Wayne, and Ronald; and a brother-in-law, James Gorsline. She is survived by her husband of 72 years, David E. Gorsline, her son David L. (Shirley) Gorsline, her son-in-law Dale Walker, five grandchildren, Kelly (Joe), Brett...

Helen Danesis, Age 87, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2024 at her home surrounded by her loved ones. She was preceded in death by her husband Louis, son George, and brother Vasil. For 30 years, Helen served as a second grade teacher at Seiberling Elementary School. Helen is survived by her son, Perry (Zita) of Akron, her sister, Loretta Watson of Bethlehem, PA, many nieces, nephews, and dear friends. Friends may call Friday 5-8PM at the Rose Hill Funeral Home, 3653 West Market St. in Akron, where Pastor Dave Shields will conduct the funeral service at 1PM Saturday. Interment in Rose Hill Burial Park.