Obituaries for Bissler & Sons' Funeral Home and Crematory

Lafe M. "Mike" Russell

Jul 28, 2021

Lafe M. “Mike” Russell, 65, of Kent, passed away on Wednesday, July 28, 2021 in the comfort of his home.  He was born in Ravenna, OH on August 21, 1955 to the late Norman and Dominica Russell.  Mike was a 1973 graduate of Kent Roosevelt High School where he was a member of the baseball team.

He...

Sandra J. (Nace) Layman

Jul 24, 2021

Sandra J. Layman, age 78, of Aurora, formerly of Brimfield, Ohio, died on Saturday, July 24, 2021 at Ahuja Medical Center.

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Charles L. "Skeeter" Feaster

Jul 21, 2021

Charles L. Feaster “Skeeter”, 67, of Mogadore, passed away on Wednesday, July 21, 2021 at Kent Health Care.  He was born in Cambridge, OH on June 17, 1954 to the late Charles and Norma Feaster and relocated to the Kent area in the 1960’s.  He volunteered a lot of his time at local golf courses and also volunteered with...

Tom S. Cooperrider

Jul 14, 2021

Dr. Tom S. Cooperrider, 94, passed away peacefully at Laurel Lake in Hudson, Ohio on July 14, 2021.

Tom was born April 15, 1927, in Newark, Ohio, the son of Oscar and Ruth (Smith) Cooperrider.  He attended various grade schools in Ohio’s Perry and Licking counties.  When he graduated from Utica High School in 1945, World War...

Judith S. (Reynolds) Fear

Jul 14, 2021

Judith Fear

It is with deep sadness that our family announces the passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother Judith Susan Reynolds Fear.  Judy is survived by her husband Robert “Bob” Fear, as well as four children (Jeffrey, Douglas, Sally, and Elizabeth), eight grandchildren (Chad, Tyler, Zachary, Madeline, Mason, Griffin, Presley, and Aitana), and four...

Kevin J. Howard

Jul 14, 2021

Kevin J. Howard, 53, of Brimfield, passed away, unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 14, 2021.  In honoring his wishes, Kevin will be cremated and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

To Share a Memory, Send a Condolence or Light a Candle, please visit the Tribute Wall at www.bisslerandsons.com.

Terry Lee Mcmullen

Jul 13, 2021

Terry Lee McMullen, 74, passed away, peacefully, surrounded by family on Tuesday, July 13, 2021.  He was the beloved father to Leslie (Dexter) Worthy and Matthew (Corrie) McMullen; beloved grandfather to Ashlee Bowe, Bailey, Bella and Bud Rhinehart; beloved Bica to Carter, Camille and Brayden.  He was also survived by his siblings, Becky (Todd) Tymcio, David (Darcy) McMullen and...

Ronald Rhome

Jul 12, 2021

Ronald Rhome, 77, of Kent, passed away on Monday, July 12, 2021 in the comfort of his home.  He was born in Brownsville, PA and was a graduate of Beth Center High School.  Ron proudly served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War.  He was employed with the Chrysler Corporation for 34 years, retiring in 2001...

Nora Granat Kegley

Jul 12, 2021

Nora Granat Kegley, 86, of Stow, formerly of Kent passed away peacefully on July 8, 2021, surrounded by family.

Born in Cambridge Springs, PA on November 30, 1934, to the late Joseph “Teddy” and Susana (Pratus) Granat.

A graduate of Kent State University, she was involved with multiple organizations that gave back to the communities...

Dennis J. Long

Jul 11, 2021

We mournfully announce the passing of Dennis James Long, age 61, of Kent, Ohio, on Sunday, July 11, 2021. Following a battle with cancer, surrounded by loved ones.

After graduating from Kent Roosevelt High School, he went and worked for La Mancusa Auto Body as an Auto Body Mechanic for 22 years. Dennis loved working on vehicles...

John "Jack" R Hill

Jul 11, 2021

John R. “Jack” Hill, 92, of Kent, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2021, with his children by his side.  He was born on October 2, 1928 in Alliance to the late Ira B Hill and Dorothy P Hill.

After his family moved many times during the great depression, they eventually settled in Kent.  Jack graduated from...

Robin L. (Gladys) Gladys

Jul 9, 2021

Robin Gladys was born September 14, 1956, in Sharon, PA, died peacefully in the arms of her wonderful husband, Mark Landis in her home, Friday July 9, 2021, after a quick one month battle of brain cancer.

Robin was a wife, mother, daughter, sister, friend, cat mom, business owner, and beautician. She lived her life by one...

Christian Lee Hamrick

Jul 6, 2021

Christian Lee Hamrick, 22, of Alliance, passed away, unexpectedly, on Tuesday, July 6, 2021.  He was born in Akron on October 26, 1998.  Christian loved his time at Mogadore High School, especially playing football and was an avid video game player.  He will be deeply missed and never forgotten.

Christian was preceded in death by his grandfather...

Bernice Lostoski

Jul 5, 2021

Bernice Lostoski, 84, of Brimfield, passed away on Monday, July 5, 2021 at Justin T. Rogers Cleveland Clinic Hospice Facility.  She was born in Akron on November 10, 1936 to the late Charles and Ellen Begue.  Bernice was a 1954 graduate of Randolph High School, a former member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Randolph, a member of St....

Shirley M. (Hannon) Miller

Jul 4, 2021

Shirley Marie Miller, age 89, of Kent, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 4, 2021 with her children by her side.

Shirley was born November 10, 1931 in Springfield, to Albert and Marie (Griffin) Hannon.

She was a graduate of the University of Cincinnati School of Nursing.  Her strong faith lived through her as an...

Joy Konopitski

Jul 2, 2021

Joy Konopitski, 64, of Kent, passed away on Friday, July 2, 2021 at the Woodland’s at Robinson following an extended illness.  She was born in Ravenna on February 18, 1957 and was a 1975 graduate of Kent Roosevelt High School.  Joy went on to earn her Bachelor’s Degree from Kent State University and her Nursing Degree from St. Thomas...

Mary Anne (Butler) Kruckenberg

Jun 28, 2021

Mary Anne Kruckenberg, 91, passed away peacefully at home in Kent, Ohio on June 28th with family members at her side. Born 1930 to Dorothy and Chester Butler in Brooten, Minnesota, a small prairie town, Mary turned humble beginnings into an adventurous life. The family moved to Hartley, Iowa where her father bought and ran a Gambles hardware store....

Joyce E. (Mcfarland) Moekle

Jun 27, 2021

Joyce Elizabeth Moekle, 85, of Kent, reached her final destination on Sunday, June 27, 2021, carrying with her, many heavily burdened, as well as joyful life experiences on her journey.

She leaves behind to mourn her loss, her husband of nearly 67 years, James Moekle; son Rick Moekle of Kent, daughter Cindy (John) McHargue of Indiana, son...

Joseph P. Mittiga

Jun 21, 2021

Joseph Paul Mittiga, age 96, passed away on June 21, 2021, at home with his family by his side.  He was a lifelong resident of Kent, Ohio.  Born January 22, 1925, he was one of twelve children of Rosario and Francesca Mittiga.  Joe loved sports and excelled at football at Kent Roosevelt High School.  After graduation in 1943 he...

Rob R. Letzel

Jun 20, 2021

Rob Letzel, 71, of Twin Lakes, died June 20, 2021.

He was born August 16, 1949 in Barberton, Ohio to Roy and Mae (Samuelson) Letzel.

Rob graduated from Barberton High School in 1967 and from the University of Akron in 1972 with a Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education.  He began his 30-year teaching career...