Obituaries for Bissler & Sons' Funeral Home and Crematory

Aug 2, 2022

Florence “Jimmy” Marie Wittenauer, age 98, of Kent, OH, passed away on Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at her home surrounded by family. Florence was born February 21, 1924 in Youngstown, OH to William and Marian (Glaeser) Holleran. She is survived by her daughters. Sandy, Jo and Susie Wittenauer along with cousins, nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death...

Aug 1, 2022

David Scott Mays, age 60, of Brimfield, OH, passed away on Monday, August 1, 2022 at his home.

David was born June 25, 1962 in Zanesville, OH to the late Howard "Bud" Mays and Mary Ellen (Hurlburt) Bliler.

David loved life and had many interests. He was a gifted musician and could play numerous instruments...

Jul 31, 2022

Terrie Suzanne Sargi, age 74, of Kent, OH, passed away on Sunday, July 31, 2022, at Lantern of Saybrook Assisted Living.

Terrie was born May 19, 1948, in Youngstown, OH to the late Thomas and Marilyn (Hart) Anderson.

After graduating from Kent State University and student teaching in Kent City School District, she started her...

Jul 30, 2022

Adam D. Heideman, 33, of Akron died unexpectedly on July 30, 2022. He was born in Ravenna, OH on April 10, 1989 to Mother, Megan Osborne Heideman and Father, Brad Heideman.

Adam enjoyed playing and coaching baseball. He was also a big animal advocate and was very fond of his dog, Blanca. He is survived by his...

Jul 30, 2022

With sadness, love, and profound gratitude, the family of Shu-mei Tsai announces her passing on July 30, 2022. Surrounded by her family, Shu-mei Tsai passed away peacefully. She is survived by her husband, Professor Chun-che Tsai, her children, Mitchell, Eric, and Margaret. She lived a full life devoted to her family. Shu-mei had a heart of gold and was...

Jul 30, 2022

Patrick C. Boyden, Emeritus Professor, Kent State University, passed away July 30, 2022, at age 87.

He was born in Green Bay, Wisconsin, on September 9th, 1934.

He was raised by his parents, Charles A. Boyden and Ruth I. (Masse) Boyden. His now deceased siblings were Edward (Bud) Boyden and Elizabeth (Betty) Duffy.

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Jul 29, 2022

Robert Grant Jaite, III, age 61, of Brecksville, OH, passed away on Friday, July 29, 2022.

Robert was born December 30, 1960 in Cleveland, OH to the late Robert and Nancy (Stark) Jaite.

First and foremost, family came first for Bob. His love for his family and friends were very close to his heart, he...

Jul 28, 2022

Chelsea Suzanne Stephens, age 33, died on Thursday, July 28, 2022.

Chelsea was born September 29, 1988 in Akron, OH.

Memorial Service will be held 1:00 PM on Saturday, October 1, 2022 at Christ Episcopal Church, 118 S Mantua Street, Kent, Ohio 44240.

Services in care of Bissler & Sons Funeral Home and...

Jul 27, 2022

Darin Michael Ruble, 33, of Edinburg Township, was greeted by his Savior on Wednesday, July 27, 2022.

Darin was born on July 26, 1989 in Elkins, WV.

He is survived by his loving mother and adoptive father, Nola and Ray Ruble of Kent, Ohio, along with his caring biological father, John (Leslie) Powell and sister,...

Jul 26, 2022

Eloise Murry, 71, born in Steubenville, Ohio, on September 10, 1950, passed from this life to eternal life on Tuesday July 26, 2022 while in her home.

A loving Mother, Grandmother, and Friend, Eloise was a remarkable artist and enjoyed creating elegant pieces for her family and friends, engraved with beautiful bible verses.

If she...

Jul 24, 2022

Harvey Franklin Yergin Jr., born February 23, 1941, at 12:30 P.M., escaped the surly bonds of Earth on July 24, 2022, with his family by his side, to join his parents, Harvey Franklin Yergin Sr. and Grace Lucille (Koerschner), sister Patricia Spencer, great grandson Oliver Paul Coldiron and mother-in-law Estelle Rita Pillar, in the life that lies beyond this...

Jul 23, 2022

Ruth A. Carlson passed away peacefully at age 84 in the arms of her children on Saturday, July 23, 2022.

Ruth was born July 6, 1938 in Carrollton, OH to Allen and Ruth (Patton) Adams Jr.

Devoted wife of Ernest H Carlson for 40 years until his passing in 2010, Ruth was a teacher, councilwoman,...

Jul 22, 2022

Cherie Duren, 74, of Ravenna, passed away on Friday, July 22, 2022 at Longmeadow Care Center.  She was born in Ravenna on March 13, 1948 to the late Walter C. and Thelma Knapp. She was a graduate of Field High School and was employed in customer service for 30 years. Cherie was very artistic and an avid music lover. ...

Jul 21, 2022

Jonathon Joseph “JJ” Fox, passed away suddenly on Thursday, July 21, 2022. He is survived by his partner in life Patty Restaine; son Brady Liske; father James Fox Sr;  brother James (Kris Kieswetter) Fox Jr; sister Jennette (Tom) Penna; and nieces, Carly Penna and Allison Penna. He was preceded in death by his mother Jean Fox. JJ’s loss is...

Jul 20, 2022

Zachary Benjamin Oates, 44, of Nevada, formerly of Kent, unexpectedly left this world, on Wednesday, July 20, 2022.  He was born in Ravenna on September 17, 1977 and was a 1996 graduate of Theodore Roosevelt High School, where he was a member of the swim team.  Zach went on to earn his Associates Degree in Fire and Emergency Services...

Jul 11, 2022

Having lived a life of grand accomplishments and adventures, and fighting a courageous battle with multiple myeloma, Joseph William Habraken Jr., 87, passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully, at Western Reserve Hospital on July 11, 2022.

Lovingly known as Bill, Billy, Willy, Joe, Coach, Hobs, Dad, Papa Joe and Grandpa Joe, he was born in Kent, OH on...

Jul 11, 2022

Larry W. Rollyson, 73, of Ravenna went Home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, July 11, 2022.  Larry was born in Weston, WV to the late Russell and Mildred Rollyson and was a 1969 graduate of Akron North High School. He was firstly a follower of Jesus, a muscle car lover, the #1 fan of Elvis...

Jul 10, 2022

Susan Louise Howard (Daugintis), age 66, passed away on Sunday, July 10, 2022.  Our Momma. Most loved wife to Bernie. Doting Nana to Stacy and Logan. Great Nana to Liam, Elayna and Braxton. Motherly sister, Aunt Suzi, and best friend to so many, she was “supportive to the point of excess.”

Suzi fell for the man that...

Jul 5, 2022

Nancy (Latimer) Granville, age 74, of Streetsboro passed away Tuesday, July 5, 2022.

Nancy was born April 14, 1948 and raised in Mogadore where she graduated from Mogadore High School.

She received Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Kent State University. Nancy worked for Streetsboro City Schools as a teacher, librarian, and substitute and later worked...

Jul 4, 2022

Laura Piazza, 57, of Kent, passed away on Monday, July 4, 2022.  She was born in Cleveland, OH on November 8, 1964 and was a graduate of Ohio Northern University, with a Pharmacy Degree.  She was employed as a Pharmaceutical Rep for 30 years and will be deeply missed by her family and friends.

Laura leaves her...