Obituaries
Obituaries for Bissler & Sons' Funeral Home and Crematory
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones
William A. Phillips II
Sep 21, 2026
William A. Phillips II, 96, of Kent, passed away on Monday, September 21, 2026 at UH Portage Medical Center. He was born in Cleveland on June 30, 1930 to the late William and Nellie Phillips.
William was employed as a mold designer for Custom Mold and Reuther Mold and later opened and operated PMD Company. He enjoyed golf and bowling and...
Alicia Marie Sunderland
Sep 19, 2026
Alicia Marie Sunderland, age 50, of Kent, OH, died on Saturday, September 19, 2026.
Alicia was born November 13, 1975 in Garfield Heights, OH.
She is survived by her husband, A.J. Sunderland; son, Owen Sunderland mother, Laurel King; sister, Jennifer (Kevin) Harney; niece, Colleen Harney.
Calling hours will be held 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Friday, September 25, 2026 at Bissler & Sons...
Michael Thomas Wagar
Sep 19, 2026
Michael Thomas “Woody” Wagar, 64, of Akron, passed away unexpectedly, on Saturday, September 19, 2026. He was born in Toledo, OH on March 30, 1962 to the late Thomas and Norma Wagar.
Michael was employed as a paramedic with the City of Cleveland EMS, retiring in 2022. He loved being a paramedic, and he made a difference for so many patients...
Alan P. Lemon
Sep 18, 2026
Shalersville, OH- Alan P. Lemon, 84yrs old, passed away peacefully at Longmeadow Nursing Home in Ravenna, OH. He was with his daughter Alanna (Lemon) Weisend and grandson Gordon Weisend by his side as he took his final breath on Friday September 18th at 10:30am.
Alan was born on November 2, 1941 to Jay and Thelma (Richardson) Lemon in Brady Lake, OH.
Alan...
Barbara Ann Reinard
Sep 16, 2026
Barbara Ann (Sheilds) Reinard, of Streetsboro, went Home with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at the age of 83. The daughter of the late Moody and Bertha (Gross) Shields, she was born on July 3, 1943 in Indiana, PA. In addition to her parents, Barbara was preceded in death by her beloved husband Bob; loving daughters,...
Lisa Michael DuBois
Sep 14, 2026
Lisa Michael (Schwarz) DuBois, 70, of Kent, passed away surrounded by family on Monday, September 14, 2026.
Lisa was born on June 20, 1956 in Detroit, Michigan to Donald J. and Anastasia (Malamas) Schwarz.
She was raised in Birmingham, Michigan, and graduated in 1974 from Seaholm High School. Lisa attended college at Michigan State University and earned her Bachelor's degree in Education...
Charles R. Thomas
Sep 14, 2026
With deep love and gratitude for a life well lived, we announce the passing of Charles "Charlie" Thomas on September 14. Charlie passed away peacefully at home, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of family, friendship, generosity, and community. Though his absence will be deeply felt, we take comfort in knowing he left this world the same way he lived in...
Robert "Bob" "Bear" Eddy
Sep 11, 2026
Robert “Bob”, “Bear” Eddy, 71 of Kent, OH passed away in his home on the morning of September 11, 2026.
Born July 28, 1955, in Sistersville, West Virginia to Robert and Susan Eddy. Bob was a man whose life revolved around his family and friends.
Bob was a devoted family man, he married the love of his life, Susie, in 1974. Together...
John Henry Caipen
Sep 11, 2026
John Henry Caipen, 97, of Kent, passed away on Friday, September 11, 2026 in the comfort of his home. He was born in Stow on December 15, 1928 to the late John Caipen Sr. and Anna (Helmetz) Caipen and was a graduate of Hower Vocational High School in 1946.
John was drafted into the Army in 1950 and went to basic...
Harold Leroy Morris Jr.
Sep 10, 2026
Harold Leroy Morris Jr., age 76, of Kent, passed away peacefully Thursday, September 10, 2026.
Born June 28, 1950, in Ravenna, OH to Harold Morris Sr. and Emma Setlock. He was affectionately nicknamed “Porky.” Harold was a 219 retired union pipe fitter. He also owned Franklin Avenue Café from 1993 – 2000.
Harold is survived by his devoted wife, Susan Morris; beloved...
Anna Belle Caipen
Sep 9, 2026
Anna Belle Caipen, 96, of Brimfield, passed away on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 in the comfort of her home, with her family by her side. She was born in Birch River, WV on July 8, 1930 to the late Dwight and Hattie Mollohan.
Anna was a wonderful homemaker and fantastic seamstress. She made several articles of clothing for her family and...
Olan Stanley Booher, Jr.
Sep 6, 2026
Olan Stanley Booher Jr., 81, of Kent, passed away on Sunday, September 6, 2026 at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center. He was born in Bristol, VA on November 22, 1944 to the late Olan Sr. and Lucille Booher and was a graduate of Windham High School. Olan proudly served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War in the...
John H. Fender
Sep 4, 2026
John H. Fender, 91, died Friday, September 4th, 2026, at the Danbury assisted-living facility in Hudson, OH. He was born in Warren, OH on May 8, 1935, and resided there until he graduated from Warren G. Harding High School in 1953. He then attended Ohio University where he played baseball for the Bobcats graduating in 1957. He enlisted in the...
Vicki Lynn Martin
Sep 3, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Vicki Martin (Svoboda), who peacefully lost her courageous 11-year battle with cancer on September 3, 2026.
Vicki was born on September 20, 1973. Throughout her life, she was known for her strength, compassion, generosity, and unwavering devotion to the people she loved. She leaves behind a beautiful family...
Timothy John Lassan
Aug 31, 2026
Timothy John Lassan, 73, peacefully passed away on Monday, August 31, 2026 following a lengthy battle with renal disease. Tim is survived by his devoted wife of 43 years, Diane; beloved cats Helga, Jenny and Penny; sister-in-law Linda Silver of Warren: nephew Mike (Michelle) Silver of Youngstown; cousins, Rebecca (Mike) Roob, Daniel (Carol) Hull and Judy (Bob) Mantarro, all of...
David Glenn Starkey
Aug 29, 2026
David Glenn Starkey, 84, of Brady Lake, passed away on Saturday, August 29, 2026 at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, following a brief battle against cancer. David was born in Akron on November 7, 1941 to the late Hoy and Lena Starkey, and worked as an electrician with IBEW Local 306 throughout his life as a sign man, and enjoyed...
Roxana Rae Lyle
Aug 26, 2026
The Honorable Roxana Lyle of Kent, Ohio passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in the comfort of her home with her family by her side. She was 75. Roxana will be remembered for her compassion, generosity, intellect, and unwavering commitment to helping others.
Roxana was born in Ann Arbor, Michigan on August 9, 1951 as the oldest of four...
Anthony "Tony" Michael Mosca
Aug 11, 2026
Anthony “Tony” Michael Mosca passed away on August 11, 2026, unexpectedly, at the age of 52.
Tony lived a life full of love and laughter. Tony's life was centered around his family, where he held many roles.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Thomas and Madonna Griffiths; Chester and Josephine Mosca; father, Chet Mosca; and brother-in-law, Adam Smith. He was...
Inger Olsen Salsgiver
Aug 9, 2026
After living a full life enjoying many wonderful years with her family, Inger Olsen Salsgiver was welcomed into Heaven by the loving arms of her Savior at the age of 91. She passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home with her family by her side. She was born in Reykjavik, Iceland on November 3, 1934 to the late...
Simon Evan Snellenberger
Aug 4, 2026
With broken hearts, we announce the passing of Simon Evan Snellenberger, who fell asleep in death on August 4th, 2026, at the age of 48. Simon was a loving father and devoted husband, as well as a cherished son, brother, and uncle. Above all, he was a faithful servant of Jehovah God.
Born on April 9th, 1978, Simon was a lifelong...
William A. Phillips II
Sep 21, 2026
William A. Phillips II, 96, of Kent, passed away on Monday, September 21, 2026 at UH Portage Medical Center. He was born in Cleveland on June 30, 1930 to the late William and Nellie Phillips.
William was employed as a mold designer for Custom Mold and Reuther Mold and later opened and operated PMD Company. He enjoyed golf and bowling and...
Alicia Marie Sunderland
Sep 19, 2026
Alicia Marie Sunderland, age 50, of Kent, OH, died on Saturday, September 19, 2026.
Alicia was born November 13, 1975 in Garfield Heights, OH.
She is survived by her husband, A.J. Sunderland; son, Owen Sunderland mother, Laurel King; sister, Jennifer (Kevin) Harney; niece, Colleen Harney.
Calling hours will be held 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Friday, September 25, 2026 at Bissler & Sons...
Michael Thomas Wagar
Sep 19, 2026
Michael Thomas “Woody” Wagar, 64, of Akron, passed away unexpectedly, on Saturday, September 19, 2026. He was born in Toledo, OH on March 30, 1962 to the late Thomas and Norma Wagar.
Michael was employed as a paramedic with the City of Cleveland EMS, retiring in 2022. He loved being a paramedic, and he made a difference for so many patients...
Alan P. Lemon
Sep 18, 2026
Shalersville, OH- Alan P. Lemon, 84yrs old, passed away peacefully at Longmeadow Nursing Home in Ravenna, OH. He was with his daughter Alanna (Lemon) Weisend and grandson Gordon Weisend by his side as he took his final breath on Friday September 18th at 10:30am.
Alan was born on November 2, 1941 to Jay and Thelma (Richardson) Lemon in Brady Lake, OH.
Alan...
Barbara Ann Reinard
Sep 16, 2026
Barbara Ann (Sheilds) Reinard, of Streetsboro, went Home with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at the age of 83. The daughter of the late Moody and Bertha (Gross) Shields, she was born on July 3, 1943 in Indiana, PA. In addition to her parents, Barbara was preceded in death by her beloved husband Bob; loving daughters,...
Lisa Michael DuBois
Sep 14, 2026
Lisa Michael (Schwarz) DuBois, 70, of Kent, passed away surrounded by family on Monday, September 14, 2026.
Lisa was born on June 20, 1956 in Detroit, Michigan to Donald J. and Anastasia (Malamas) Schwarz.
She was raised in Birmingham, Michigan, and graduated in 1974 from Seaholm High School. Lisa attended college at Michigan State University and earned her Bachelor's degree in Education...
Charles R. Thomas
Sep 14, 2026
With deep love and gratitude for a life well lived, we announce the passing of Charles "Charlie" Thomas on September 14. Charlie passed away peacefully at home, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of family, friendship, generosity, and community. Though his absence will be deeply felt, we take comfort in knowing he left this world the same way he lived in...
Robert "Bob" "Bear" Eddy
Sep 11, 2026
Robert “Bob”, “Bear” Eddy, 71 of Kent, OH passed away in his home on the morning of September 11, 2026.
Born July 28, 1955, in Sistersville, West Virginia to Robert and Susan Eddy. Bob was a man whose life revolved around his family and friends.
Bob was a devoted family man, he married the love of his life, Susie, in 1974. Together...
John Henry Caipen
Sep 11, 2026
John Henry Caipen, 97, of Kent, passed away on Friday, September 11, 2026 in the comfort of his home. He was born in Stow on December 15, 1928 to the late John Caipen Sr. and Anna (Helmetz) Caipen and was a graduate of Hower Vocational High School in 1946.
John was drafted into the Army in 1950 and went to basic...
Harold Leroy Morris Jr.
Sep 10, 2026
Harold Leroy Morris Jr., age 76, of Kent, passed away peacefully Thursday, September 10, 2026.
Born June 28, 1950, in Ravenna, OH to Harold Morris Sr. and Emma Setlock. He was affectionately nicknamed “Porky.” Harold was a 219 retired union pipe fitter. He also owned Franklin Avenue Café from 1993 – 2000.
Harold is survived by his devoted wife, Susan Morris; beloved...
Anna Belle Caipen
Sep 9, 2026
Anna Belle Caipen, 96, of Brimfield, passed away on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 in the comfort of her home, with her family by her side. She was born in Birch River, WV on July 8, 1930 to the late Dwight and Hattie Mollohan.
Anna was a wonderful homemaker and fantastic seamstress. She made several articles of clothing for her family and...
Olan Stanley Booher, Jr.
Sep 6, 2026
Olan Stanley Booher Jr., 81, of Kent, passed away on Sunday, September 6, 2026 at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center. He was born in Bristol, VA on November 22, 1944 to the late Olan Sr. and Lucille Booher and was a graduate of Windham High School. Olan proudly served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War in the...
John H. Fender
Sep 4, 2026
John H. Fender, 91, died Friday, September 4th, 2026, at the Danbury assisted-living facility in Hudson, OH. He was born in Warren, OH on May 8, 1935, and resided there until he graduated from Warren G. Harding High School in 1953. He then attended Ohio University where he played baseball for the Bobcats graduating in 1957. He enlisted in the...
Vicki Lynn Martin
Sep 3, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Vicki Martin (Svoboda), who peacefully lost her courageous 11-year battle with cancer on September 3, 2026.
Vicki was born on September 20, 1973. Throughout her life, she was known for her strength, compassion, generosity, and unwavering devotion to the people she loved. She leaves behind a beautiful family...
Timothy John Lassan
Aug 31, 2026
Timothy John Lassan, 73, peacefully passed away on Monday, August 31, 2026 following a lengthy battle with renal disease. Tim is survived by his devoted wife of 43 years, Diane; beloved cats Helga, Jenny and Penny; sister-in-law Linda Silver of Warren: nephew Mike (Michelle) Silver of Youngstown; cousins, Rebecca (Mike) Roob, Daniel (Carol) Hull and Judy (Bob) Mantarro, all of...
David Glenn Starkey
Aug 29, 2026
David Glenn Starkey, 84, of Brady Lake, passed away on Saturday, August 29, 2026 at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, following a brief battle against cancer. David was born in Akron on November 7, 1941 to the late Hoy and Lena Starkey, and worked as an electrician with IBEW Local 306 throughout his life as a sign man, and enjoyed...
Roxana Rae Lyle
Aug 26, 2026
The Honorable Roxana Lyle of Kent, Ohio passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in the comfort of her home with her family by her side. She was 75. Roxana will be remembered for her compassion, generosity, intellect, and unwavering commitment to helping others.
Roxana was born in Ann Arbor, Michigan on August 9, 1951 as the oldest of four...
Anthony "Tony" Michael Mosca
Aug 11, 2026
Anthony “Tony” Michael Mosca passed away on August 11, 2026, unexpectedly, at the age of 52.
Tony lived a life full of love and laughter. Tony's life was centered around his family, where he held many roles.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Thomas and Madonna Griffiths; Chester and Josephine Mosca; father, Chet Mosca; and brother-in-law, Adam Smith. He was...
Inger Olsen Salsgiver
Aug 9, 2026
After living a full life enjoying many wonderful years with her family, Inger Olsen Salsgiver was welcomed into Heaven by the loving arms of her Savior at the age of 91. She passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home with her family by her side. She was born in Reykjavik, Iceland on November 3, 1934 to the late...
Simon Evan Snellenberger
Aug 4, 2026
With broken hearts, we announce the passing of Simon Evan Snellenberger, who fell asleep in death on August 4th, 2026, at the age of 48. Simon was a loving father and devoted husband, as well as a cherished son, brother, and uncle. Above all, he was a faithful servant of Jehovah God.
Born on April 9th, 1978, Simon was a lifelong...









