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Dorothy E. Sepi
Apr 11, 2025
Dorothy E. Sepi, a lifelong resident of Kent, passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025, she was 98.
Dorothy was born January 17, 1927 in Susquehanna, PA, to the late Paul and Mary (Klinko) Smith.
Dorothy was a devoted wife and mother who enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She also worked many years at the Euclid Garment Mfg. in...
Jay Adrian LeBlanc
Apr 10, 2025
Jay Adrian LeBlanc, 59, of Kent, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025.
Jay was born in Bossier City, Louisiana, to Joseph and Elaine (Douthitt) LeBlanc.
He served in the U.S. Navy while earning his master’s degree from William & Mary. He had a love of history and scuba diving, a steady habit of reading, and a lifelong talent for building...
Noel Miles Blankenship
Apr 10, 2025
Noel Miles Blankenship, age 83, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2025.
He was born in Buckhannon, WV, to Claude and Mae (Martin) Blankenship.
Noel was a pro baseball player (Akron Baseball Hall of Fame - 2015 inductee), Professor Emeritus at Kent State University, avid golfer (local champ!), coal miner, and proud hillbilly from West Virginia. He loved the out-of-doors and enjoyed...
Mark "Ogre" R. Lepper
Apr 10, 2025
Mark "Ogre" R. Lepper, age 75, passed away unexpectedly, Thursday, April 10th, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. A 1967 graduate of Tallmadge High School and longtime resident of Tallmadge, Mark most recently made his home in Kent. He was a founding family member of St. Mark Lutheran Church. Known for his calming presence and genuine kindness, he was liked...
Josephine J. Colecchi
Apr 9, 2025
Josephine J. Colecchi, age 94, passed away on April 9, 2025, at the Kent Ridge Senior Living Community in Kent, Ohio after several years of failing health. Josephine had a loving and playful personality and was immensely proud of her Polish American heritage.
Josephine was born in Kent, Ohio on March 4, 1931, to Joseph and Anna Jarocki. She lived in...
Lori Yanc
Apr 8, 2025
Lori Yanc, 67, of Ravenna, passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 in the comfort of her home. She was born in Bedford, OH on November 22, 1957 to the late Walter and Doris Leosewski. Lori enjoyed gardening, reading and watching TV. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
In addition to her parents, she was...
Shirley Jo Cirjak
Apr 7, 2025
Shirley Jo (Sherwood) Cirjak, born on May 11, 1930, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 7, 2025 at the age of 94, in a wonderful nursing home.
She is survived by her sons, Thomas Cirjak (Nancy) of Ravenna, Larry Cirjak (Marlise Fletter) of Burton; grandchildren, Marianne Cahill (Rob), Amy Cirjak, Michael Cirjak (Ashley), Elyse Miller (Aaron), and Bryse Cirjak; as well...
Richard L. Weiner
Apr 5, 2025
Richard Lee Weiner of Kent, Ohio, a loving and dedicated family man, writer, educator, scholar, attorney, and musician, died unexpectedly at his home on April 5, 2025. He was 73.
As you read about his accomplishments and contributions, you will learn that Richard did not waste a day. He went above and beyond for any individual who had the pleasure of...
Germaine C. Hale
Apr 4, 2025
Germaine Culver Hale, age 82, of Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 4, 2025, in Ravenna, Ohio. She was born on December 3, 1942, in Atlanta, Georgia, to Howard Pecquet and Mary Helen Pecquet (Culver).
Germaine's early years were spent in Atlanta before her family moved to Nashville, Tennessee, in 1944, and then to Cincinnati, Ohio, in 1955, where...
Jonathan Evans
Apr 2, 2025
Jonathan P. Evans, 73, of Rootstown, passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center. He was born in Youngstown, OH on November 7, 1951 to the late Jonathon and Marguerite Evans and was a graduate of Devry University, with a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
Jon was employed as an electrical engineer and manager of the...
Mark Thomas Spieth
Apr 2, 2025
Our beloved Mark Thomas Spieth, age 39, a cherished son, brother, and uncle, found peace on April 2nd, 2025 after a long battle with depression and anxiety.
He was born on his mother’s birthday on October 1, 1985 in Akron, OH. He was a loving son to Edward and Kathleen, an amazing brother to Becky Rittman and Kevin (Vickie), and most...
Rosemary Testa
Mar 28, 2025
Rosemary A. Testa, age 81, of Kent, Ohio, passed away peacefully in her sleep on March 28th, 2025.
A loving mother, sister, and friend, she touched the lives of many with her kindness, gentle spirit, and faith.
Rosemary was a lifelong resident of Kent and a devoted member of Saint Patrick’s Church. She was also a proud graduate of Theodore Roosevelt High...
Charles W. Nichols
Mar 27, 2025
Dr. Charles W. Nichols, 98, passed away Thursday, March 27, 2025 at UH Portage Medical Center.
He was born August 26, 1926 in Port Huron MI to Charles and Edrie (Crooks) Nichols.
Charlie was a World War II Army veteran serving in the Fifth Army in Italy.
On June 10, 1951, Charlie married Ruth Mace in Lancaster, OH. They were married for 62...
Mary Ann Laubert
Mar 26, 2025
Mary Ann (Tassone) Laubert, age 84, of Palm Beach Gardens, FL, and formerly of Kent, OH, passed away surrounded by family on March 26, 2025, after a short stay at a hospital in West Palm Beach, FL. The family takes comfort that she is now reunited in heaven with her husband of 58 years, Robert (Bob) Lee Laubert.
Born in Hooversville,...
Andrea Dianum Williams
Mar 25, 2025
Andrea Dianum Williams, a fearless woman of service and life-long resident of Toledo, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 60 on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, in Kent, OH. She was preceded in death by her husband of 28 years, Edward C. Williams.
Andrea is survived by her children, Ashley Williams, Amber Williams, Alexis Williams, Edward Williams Jr., Elijah Williams,...
Phillip Mondry
Mar 25, 2025
Phillip Mondry, 81, of Kent, passed away on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at Regent of Stow. He was born and raised in Cleveland on August 3, 1943 and was a 1964 graduate of West Tech High School. He used his technical skills in printing for over 50 years, including at the Cleveland Press.
Phil enjoyed spending time with family, watching and...
David Lee Fenstermacher
Mar 23, 2025
Our hearts are broken as we announce the passing of David Lee Fenstermacher on Sunday morning, March 23, 2025, due to three months of failing health. He fought so very hard every day with courage and dignity.
David was a graduate of Kent Roosevelt High School, where he excelled in the game of golf.
Upon graduation, David proudly enlisted and served his...
Monnette Constella Wright
Mar 22, 2025
Monnette Constella Wright, 50, passed away on Saturday, March 22, 2025 at Arbors at Streetsboro. She was born in Norfolk, VA on November 1, 1974 and was a member of New Hope Baptist Church in Akron. She had an eye for fashion and enjoyed boating, riding motorcycles and 4-wheelers. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved...
Kathryn Corene Sheets
Mar 21, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Kathryn Corene Sheets (Zimmer), of Mogadore, Ohio, who left us on Friday, March 21, 2025, at the age of 80 years old.
She was born July 20, 1944, in Columbus, Ohio to Pearl and Ruth (Warner) Zimmer.
Kathryn grew up in Orient, Ohio and attended school in Commercial Point. Her caring...
Lauren Marie Olesh
Mar 21, 2025
It is with the heaviest heart that we announce that Lauren Olesh lost her battle to breast cancer on March 21, 2025, at the age of 33. Lauren was a 2010 graduate of Kent Roosevelt High School. She earned a bachelor’s degree in English from Kent State University in 2015, and in 2022 graduated from The Northeast Ohio Master of...
Dorothy E. Sepi
Apr 11, 2025
Dorothy E. Sepi, a lifelong resident of Kent, passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025, she was 98.
Dorothy was born January 17, 1927 in Susquehanna, PA, to the late Paul and Mary (Klinko) Smith.
Dorothy was a devoted wife and mother who enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She also worked many years at the Euclid Garment Mfg. in...
Jay Adrian LeBlanc
Apr 10, 2025
Jay Adrian LeBlanc, 59, of Kent, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025.
Jay was born in Bossier City, Louisiana, to Joseph and Elaine (Douthitt) LeBlanc.
He served in the U.S. Navy while earning his master’s degree from William & Mary. He had a love of history and scuba diving, a steady habit of reading, and a lifelong talent for building...
Noel Miles Blankenship
Apr 10, 2025
Noel Miles Blankenship, age 83, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2025.
He was born in Buckhannon, WV, to Claude and Mae (Martin) Blankenship.
Noel was a pro baseball player (Akron Baseball Hall of Fame - 2015 inductee), Professor Emeritus at Kent State University, avid golfer (local champ!), coal miner, and proud hillbilly from West Virginia. He loved the out-of-doors and enjoyed...
Mark "Ogre" R. Lepper
Apr 10, 2025
Mark "Ogre" R. Lepper, age 75, passed away unexpectedly, Thursday, April 10th, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. A 1967 graduate of Tallmadge High School and longtime resident of Tallmadge, Mark most recently made his home in Kent. He was a founding family member of St. Mark Lutheran Church. Known for his calming presence and genuine kindness, he was liked...
Josephine J. Colecchi
Apr 9, 2025
Josephine J. Colecchi, age 94, passed away on April 9, 2025, at the Kent Ridge Senior Living Community in Kent, Ohio after several years of failing health. Josephine had a loving and playful personality and was immensely proud of her Polish American heritage.
Josephine was born in Kent, Ohio on March 4, 1931, to Joseph and Anna Jarocki. She lived in...
Lori Yanc
Apr 8, 2025
Lori Yanc, 67, of Ravenna, passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 in the comfort of her home. She was born in Bedford, OH on November 22, 1957 to the late Walter and Doris Leosewski. Lori enjoyed gardening, reading and watching TV. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
In addition to her parents, she was...
Shirley Jo Cirjak
Apr 7, 2025
Shirley Jo (Sherwood) Cirjak, born on May 11, 1930, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 7, 2025 at the age of 94, in a wonderful nursing home.
She is survived by her sons, Thomas Cirjak (Nancy) of Ravenna, Larry Cirjak (Marlise Fletter) of Burton; grandchildren, Marianne Cahill (Rob), Amy Cirjak, Michael Cirjak (Ashley), Elyse Miller (Aaron), and Bryse Cirjak; as well...
Richard L. Weiner
Apr 5, 2025
Richard Lee Weiner of Kent, Ohio, a loving and dedicated family man, writer, educator, scholar, attorney, and musician, died unexpectedly at his home on April 5, 2025. He was 73.
As you read about his accomplishments and contributions, you will learn that Richard did not waste a day. He went above and beyond for any individual who had the pleasure of...
Germaine C. Hale
Apr 4, 2025
Germaine Culver Hale, age 82, of Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 4, 2025, in Ravenna, Ohio. She was born on December 3, 1942, in Atlanta, Georgia, to Howard Pecquet and Mary Helen Pecquet (Culver).
Germaine's early years were spent in Atlanta before her family moved to Nashville, Tennessee, in 1944, and then to Cincinnati, Ohio, in 1955, where...
Jonathan Evans
Apr 2, 2025
Jonathan P. Evans, 73, of Rootstown, passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center. He was born in Youngstown, OH on November 7, 1951 to the late Jonathon and Marguerite Evans and was a graduate of Devry University, with a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
Jon was employed as an electrical engineer and manager of the...
Mark Thomas Spieth
Apr 2, 2025
Our beloved Mark Thomas Spieth, age 39, a cherished son, brother, and uncle, found peace on April 2nd, 2025 after a long battle with depression and anxiety.
He was born on his mother’s birthday on October 1, 1985 in Akron, OH. He was a loving son to Edward and Kathleen, an amazing brother to Becky Rittman and Kevin (Vickie), and most...
Rosemary Testa
Mar 28, 2025
Rosemary A. Testa, age 81, of Kent, Ohio, passed away peacefully in her sleep on March 28th, 2025.
A loving mother, sister, and friend, she touched the lives of many with her kindness, gentle spirit, and faith.
Rosemary was a lifelong resident of Kent and a devoted member of Saint Patrick’s Church. She was also a proud graduate of Theodore Roosevelt High...
Charles W. Nichols
Mar 27, 2025
Dr. Charles W. Nichols, 98, passed away Thursday, March 27, 2025 at UH Portage Medical Center.
He was born August 26, 1926 in Port Huron MI to Charles and Edrie (Crooks) Nichols.
Charlie was a World War II Army veteran serving in the Fifth Army in Italy.
On June 10, 1951, Charlie married Ruth Mace in Lancaster, OH. They were married for 62...
Mary Ann Laubert
Mar 26, 2025
Mary Ann (Tassone) Laubert, age 84, of Palm Beach Gardens, FL, and formerly of Kent, OH, passed away surrounded by family on March 26, 2025, after a short stay at a hospital in West Palm Beach, FL. The family takes comfort that she is now reunited in heaven with her husband of 58 years, Robert (Bob) Lee Laubert.
Born in Hooversville,...
Andrea Dianum Williams
Mar 25, 2025
Andrea Dianum Williams, a fearless woman of service and life-long resident of Toledo, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 60 on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, in Kent, OH. She was preceded in death by her husband of 28 years, Edward C. Williams.
Andrea is survived by her children, Ashley Williams, Amber Williams, Alexis Williams, Edward Williams Jr., Elijah Williams,...
Phillip Mondry
Mar 25, 2025
Phillip Mondry, 81, of Kent, passed away on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at Regent of Stow. He was born and raised in Cleveland on August 3, 1943 and was a 1964 graduate of West Tech High School. He used his technical skills in printing for over 50 years, including at the Cleveland Press.
Phil enjoyed spending time with family, watching and...
David Lee Fenstermacher
Mar 23, 2025
Our hearts are broken as we announce the passing of David Lee Fenstermacher on Sunday morning, March 23, 2025, due to three months of failing health. He fought so very hard every day with courage and dignity.
David was a graduate of Kent Roosevelt High School, where he excelled in the game of golf.
Upon graduation, David proudly enlisted and served his...
Monnette Constella Wright
Mar 22, 2025
Monnette Constella Wright, 50, passed away on Saturday, March 22, 2025 at Arbors at Streetsboro. She was born in Norfolk, VA on November 1, 1974 and was a member of New Hope Baptist Church in Akron. She had an eye for fashion and enjoyed boating, riding motorcycles and 4-wheelers. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved...
Kathryn Corene Sheets
Mar 21, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Kathryn Corene Sheets (Zimmer), of Mogadore, Ohio, who left us on Friday, March 21, 2025, at the age of 80 years old.
She was born July 20, 1944, in Columbus, Ohio to Pearl and Ruth (Warner) Zimmer.
Kathryn grew up in Orient, Ohio and attended school in Commercial Point. Her caring...
Lauren Marie Olesh
Mar 21, 2025
It is with the heaviest heart that we announce that Lauren Olesh lost her battle to breast cancer on March 21, 2025, at the age of 33. Lauren was a 2010 graduate of Kent Roosevelt High School. She earned a bachelor’s degree in English from Kent State University in 2015, and in 2022 graduated from The Northeast Ohio Master of...
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