Kent Ohio Obituaries

Cindy was born on March 1, 1956 in Akron, Ohio, to Richard and Janet Rhoads in Kent, Ohio. She and her siblings laid the foundation for their family centered focus, that later would blossom to include children, grandchildren, nieces/nephews, and an ever-expanding network of friends in Ohio and Florida.  She attended Kent State, and from there she transitioned to work as an Executive Assistant in the Graduate School of Business then with the Department of Education.  Her real career...

The City of Kent lost one of its champions. Ronald Lee Burbick, 75, passed away on September 6, 2020 at his home. He was born in Warren, on August 11, 1945 to the late Dorothy Marie Burbick and Bernard Clark Burbick. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Diane Marie (Hank). Ron is survived by his wife, Joan. He is also survived by his step-children, Brian (Judy) Dudley of Plympton, MA. and Lynda Jacobs of Jupiter, FL. and ten step-grandchildren; his sisters, Constance (Dennis) Opritza...

Janet Mae Clark Fichter Galizio, age 84, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 6, 2020 at Altercare of Hartville. Janet was born May 27, 1936 in Akron, to Donald and Ruth Allison Clark. Janet attended Akron University and was elected “Campus Cutie” in 1954. She met and married George Fichter, and her dreams to become a mother were fulfilled. She dedicated her life to her daughters, Carolyn and Beth, while always reaching out to help anyone in need. Janet created a home...

Dennis C. Eberhart, age 67, of Kent, died on Friday, September 4, 2020 at Altercare of Western Reserve in Stow. Dennis was born December 25, 1952 in Medina to Melville and Ruby (Myers) Eberhart. In his youth he became an Eagle Scout before becoming a graduate of Brunswick High School class of 1971, Kent State University class of 1977, Missouri Auction School class of 1978, going on to the Certified Auctioneers Institute. He became the owner and operator of the Yankee Trader Auction...

Madeline R. Svette, 94, of Kent, Ohio passed away peacefully at home on August 27, 2020.  Madeline was born November 26, 1925 to Slovenian immigrants Mary (nee Ovnik) and Frank Stepic in Randall, Ohio.  She was the youngest of 13 children.  She attended Orange High School and was known to her friends as Madge or Maggie.  Madeline married her husband Louis on July 24, 1948 and they raised three children.  In 1978, Madeline and her husband moved to southern...

Thomas Lee Haymaker Sr., age 58, of Ravenna, passed from this life on to eternal life on August 26, 2020. Thomas was born August 8, 1962 in Ravenna, the son of Joann (Moore) Haymaker. Tom was a huge fan of the Ravenna Ravens, the Browns, Indians and Ohio State Buckeyes.  He enjoyed spending time with his family especially his grandchildren.  Tom loved anything that would keep him outdoors. He is survived by wife Nancy Haymaker; daughters, Crystal Durst, Monica (Harry Dukes Jr)...

Marilyn J. Weber, age 84, of Rootstown, died on August 24, 2020 at UH Portage Medical Center. Marilyn was born June 13, 1936 in Ravenna, to Andrew and Ethel (Williston) Wyatt. She was a member of the First Congregational Church of Ravenna.  Marilyn loved gardening and animals especially her dog, Gurdie. She is survived by son, David Weber; granddaughters, Samantha (David) Donohue and Olivia (Aaron) Pettigrew; great-grandchildren, Ellie Donohue, Jace Pettigrew, Abriella Pettigrew,...

India M Lucas, age 33, of Kent, died suddenly on August 22nd at UH Portage Medical Center.   India was born April 30, 1987 in Ravenna, to Ian Lucas and Antoinette Jones.  India graduated from Theodore Roosevelt High School in 2005. She worked at Hattie Larlham as a nurses aide for 8 years.  She is survived by her parents Ian Lucas and Antoinette Jones; brothers Brandon Lucas and Blake Jones; sisters, Imani and Imari Lucas; children Deonne, Brayven and London;...

Kent and Northeast Ohio area community members mourn the loss of Lloyd Frost O’Keefe, a champion for peace and social justice who was loved by family and friends for his genuineness, grace, caring, courage and leadership. His life was spent as a loving husband and family member and a servant leader of the highest calling. O’Keefe died August 22, 2020, at Kent Healthcare Center, Kent, Ohio, with his wife, Roberta, by his side after a 21-year struggle with Parkinson’s...

Bradley Joesph Greene, age 61, of Mogadore, died on Friday, August 21, 2020 at his home. Bradley was born December 29, 1958 in Garfield Heights, OH to Lenny and Lillian (Chesler) Greene. He is survived by his wife, Donna Greene; son, Brian (Victoria) Valus; grandchildren, Andy, Chloe, Bentley, Savanna; brothers, Jed (Barbara) Greene, Todd Greene.  He was preceded in death by his brother, Randall Greene. Cremation in the care of Bissler & Sons Funeral Home and Crematory....