Obituaries
Obituaries for Bissler & Sons' Funeral Home and Crematory
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Elizabeth "Betty" Louise Bush
Jan 8, 2019
Elizabeth "Betty" Louise Bush, 84, of Kent passed away peacefully with her family by her side, early morning January 8, 2019 at UH Medical Center in Ravenna. Betty was born in Palmer Township, PA to Ruth and Michael Schultz. She was passionate about her Hungarian roots, cooking delicious food for all of her loved ones. Family gatherings were always filled...
James M. Uyek
Jan 6, 2019
James Uyek, age 68, of Hudson, died on Sunday, January 6, 2019. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Uyek Hudson; sons, Jimmy (Sarah) Uyek, and David (Ashley) Uyek; brother, Robert C. (Miriam) Uyek; sister, Patricia J. Uyek. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank, and Genevieve (Nowasadzki) Uyek. Calling hours will be held 3:00 PM - 5:00...
Ardith L. Fleishman
Jan 6, 2019
Ardith L. Fleishman, 95, died Sunday January 6, 2019 at Stow-Glenn Retirement Village, Stow, Ohio where she resided the past 19 years. She was born March 30, 1923 in Wellington, Ohio, the daughter of Alfred and Luella Moehle. She was preceded in death by her husband Robert Fleishman and brothers Lyle, Gaylord and Robert Moehle. A 1941 graduate of Roosevelt...
Dennis Michael Granc
Jan 5, 2019
Dennis Michael Granc, age 66, of Ravenna, OH, died peacefully at home on Saturday, January 5, 2019. Dennis was born February 11, 1952 in Ravenna, OH to Mitchell and Anne Granc. He was a machinist at Gougler industries in Kent. Dennis leaves behind his love for his children and wife. He is survived by wife, Cynthia Granc; son, Jarad Granc;...
Earl E. Somoskey
Jan 4, 2019
Earl E. Somoskey, age 86, of Kent, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, January 4, 2019 at Akron City Hospital. Earl was born October 26, 1932 in Cranebrake, WV to Andy and Arty (Crockett) Somoskey. He was a member of the United Methodist Church of Kent. Earl was Past Master of Rockton Lodge #316, Past District Education...
Debra D. Wright
Dec 31, 2018
Debra Diane Wright, age 60, of Ravenna, died on Monday, December 31, 2018 at Altercare of Brimfield. Debra was born June 25, 1958 in Kent, to Carl and Jean Celaschi. She is survived by her husband Ricky Wright Sr., Ravenna; sons, Ricky (Cheryl) Wright Jr., Ravenna, Jon Wright, Ravenna; mother, Jean (Campbell) Celaschi; brothers, David Celaschi, OR, Steven Celaschi, IN...
Mary Alice Cowan
Dec 30, 2018
Mary Alice Cowan, age 74, of Ravenna, died on Sunday, December 30, 2018 at her sister's home. Mary Alice was born March 2, 1944 in Ravenna, to Howard and Margery (Shelles) Cowan. She attended the First United Methodist Church in Ravenna. Mary Alice was the operator of the Cowan Tree Farm for many years and enjoyed horses. She was active...
Robert G. Getz
Dec 26, 2018
Robert G. Getz Bob Getz, age 70, of Kent, died on Wednesday, December 26, 2018 at University Hospital of Cleveland. Bob was born August 6, 1948 in Ravenna, to William and Eleanor Getz. He was a lifelong resident of Kent, and a Graduate of Kent Roosevelt High School. Bob enjoyed golf, Cleveland sports teams, and spending time with family and...
Nancy J. Murray
Dec 23, 2018
Nancy Jane Murray (née Hackbarth), 64 of Kent, Ohio passed away Sunday December 23rd 2018 after a year long battle with cancer. Born in Hamilton County Ohio, she is survived by her beloved husband of 42 years Brian, daughter Amanda (Karl) Thornton and son Jason, and grandchildren Logan, Gwendolyn, and Matthew. Nancy, adopted by the Hackbarth's, is survived by her...
Sharyn Nancy Cain
Dec 19, 2018
Sharyn Nancy Cain It is with great sadness that the family of Sharyn Nancy Cain (nee Zielke) announces her passing on Wednesday, December 19, 2018, at the age of 82 years. Sharyn was born on October 14, 1936 in Detroit to Edward and Mary Zielke. She graduated from Pontiac Central High School and earned her Master's degree in Education from...
Kenneth Ray Painter
Dec 19, 2018
Kenneth Ray Painter, age 87, of Streetsboro, died on Wednesday, December 19, 2018 at his home. Kenneth was born September 30, 1931 in Dunbar, WV. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War where he received the Purple Heart Medal. Kenneth was assigned to the 15th RCT Division. He is survived by wife, Veronica Painter; children, Dale...
Lois E. Silver
Dec 18, 2018
Lois passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 18 after living a life of loving kindness. She was born April 10, 1924, in Wintersville OH to Henry Martin Eft and Louise Scott Eft, growing up on a farm surrounded by the love and joy of her eight siblings. In her youth and young adult life, Lois was an active member of...
Glenn Alan Saltzman
Dec 18, 2018
Dr. Glenn Alan Saltzman, 83, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, Navy Captain, educator, and Kent community leader, died Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2018 at University Hospital in Cleveland. Born Sept. 10, 1935 in Findlay, Ohio, he was the son of Frank and Lois (Stahl) Saltzman. He cherished fond memories of growing up on a farm east of Findlay. During his senior...
Jeanne Ann Kotis
Dec 17, 2018
Jeanne Kotis, 72, of Kent, died on Monday, December 17, 2018, at The Hospice of Medina County. She was born on August 12, 1946, in Vicksburg, Mississippi, to John and Jeanne Ann Conway. Jeanne came to Ohio in 1968, and resided in Akron before moving to Kent in 1985. She worked as an insurance agent, bookkeeper, and office manager at...
Sandra Ann Floyd
Dec 14, 2018
Sandra Ann Floyd (Betty) of Kent, left this world on Friday, December 14, 2018 at her home. Born May 15, 1944 in Carroll County, Ga. Betty is survived by her husband of 48 years James J. Floyd of Kent; her children, Terri Boykin of Akron, Gaylan (Patty) Floyd of Kent, and Erica (Walter) Floyd Holliday of Baton Rouge, LA; sisters,...
Barbara Ann Meeker
Dec 13, 2018
Barbara Ann Meeker, 90, of Twin Lakes died on Thursday, December 13, 2018 at Hudson Grande Senior Living. Barbara was born September 18, 1928 in Kent to James and Vivian (Poulton) Shepherd. She was a graduate of Kent State University High School. She owned and operated Barb Meeker's Kent Travel. She was a member of ASTA (American Society of Travel...
Myrl Rose
Dec 13, 2018
Myrl L. Rose, 86, of Kent, died on Thursday, December 13, 2018 at his home. Myrl was born April 11, 1932 in Ravenna to Roy and Myrtle (Anderson) Rose. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Rose of Kent; children, Odette Rose of Arizona, Myrl (Darline) Rose of Leage, TX, Robert Rose of Stow, Theresa Rose of Kent, Patricia Rose...
Robert Lee Crowe
Dec 12, 2018
Robert Lee "Bob" Crowe, age 78, of Ravenna, died on Wednesday, December 12, 2018 at Arbors of Streetsboro. Robert was born January 26, 1940 in Mantua, to Clinton and Madeline (Racz) Crowe. He attended New Testament Baptist Church in Ravenna. Robert was a member of the VFW, Canadian Club, American Legion and Elks. He enjoyed fishing, traveling and sports especially...
Jean (Gambaccini) Hiestand
Dec 9, 2018
Jeanie (Gambaccini) Hiestand, 68 years old, went home with the Lord on December 9, 2018 after a four and a half year battle with evil cancer. She was devoted to her family and thoroughly enjoyed spending time with family, friends, and the little ones she taught. Jeanie was born to Carl and Millie Gambaccini, Kent, on October 28, 1950. Her...
Leigh Skok
Dec 9, 2018
Leigh Skok, age 69, of Kent, died on Sunday, December 9, 2018 at UH Portage Medical Center. Leigh was born March 23, 1949 in Beckley, WV to Wade and Margaret Clark. She is survived by her husband Martin Skok of Kent; son, Lewis Gamiere; daughter-in-law, Rachel Gamiere; grandson, Carter Gamiere; granddaughter, Brooklyn Agosto; sister Lynn Clark. She was preceded in...
Elizabeth "Betty" Louise Bush
Jan 8, 2019
Elizabeth "Betty" Louise Bush, 84, of Kent passed away peacefully with her family by her side, early morning January 8, 2019 at UH Medical Center in Ravenna. Betty was born in Palmer Township, PA to Ruth and Michael Schultz. She was passionate about her Hungarian roots, cooking delicious food for all of her loved ones. Family gatherings were always filled...
James M. Uyek
Jan 6, 2019
James Uyek, age 68, of Hudson, died on Sunday, January 6, 2019. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Uyek Hudson; sons, Jimmy (Sarah) Uyek, and David (Ashley) Uyek; brother, Robert C. (Miriam) Uyek; sister, Patricia J. Uyek. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank, and Genevieve (Nowasadzki) Uyek. Calling hours will be held 3:00 PM - 5:00...
Ardith L. Fleishman
Jan 6, 2019
Ardith L. Fleishman, 95, died Sunday January 6, 2019 at Stow-Glenn Retirement Village, Stow, Ohio where she resided the past 19 years. She was born March 30, 1923 in Wellington, Ohio, the daughter of Alfred and Luella Moehle. She was preceded in death by her husband Robert Fleishman and brothers Lyle, Gaylord and Robert Moehle. A 1941 graduate of Roosevelt...
Dennis Michael Granc
Jan 5, 2019
Dennis Michael Granc, age 66, of Ravenna, OH, died peacefully at home on Saturday, January 5, 2019. Dennis was born February 11, 1952 in Ravenna, OH to Mitchell and Anne Granc. He was a machinist at Gougler industries in Kent. Dennis leaves behind his love for his children and wife. He is survived by wife, Cynthia Granc; son, Jarad Granc;...
Earl E. Somoskey
Jan 4, 2019
Earl E. Somoskey, age 86, of Kent, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, January 4, 2019 at Akron City Hospital. Earl was born October 26, 1932 in Cranebrake, WV to Andy and Arty (Crockett) Somoskey. He was a member of the United Methodist Church of Kent. Earl was Past Master of Rockton Lodge #316, Past District Education...
Debra D. Wright
Dec 31, 2018
Debra Diane Wright, age 60, of Ravenna, died on Monday, December 31, 2018 at Altercare of Brimfield. Debra was born June 25, 1958 in Kent, to Carl and Jean Celaschi. She is survived by her husband Ricky Wright Sr., Ravenna; sons, Ricky (Cheryl) Wright Jr., Ravenna, Jon Wright, Ravenna; mother, Jean (Campbell) Celaschi; brothers, David Celaschi, OR, Steven Celaschi, IN...
Mary Alice Cowan
Dec 30, 2018
Mary Alice Cowan, age 74, of Ravenna, died on Sunday, December 30, 2018 at her sister's home. Mary Alice was born March 2, 1944 in Ravenna, to Howard and Margery (Shelles) Cowan. She attended the First United Methodist Church in Ravenna. Mary Alice was the operator of the Cowan Tree Farm for many years and enjoyed horses. She was active...
Robert G. Getz
Dec 26, 2018
Robert G. Getz Bob Getz, age 70, of Kent, died on Wednesday, December 26, 2018 at University Hospital of Cleveland. Bob was born August 6, 1948 in Ravenna, to William and Eleanor Getz. He was a lifelong resident of Kent, and a Graduate of Kent Roosevelt High School. Bob enjoyed golf, Cleveland sports teams, and spending time with family and...
Nancy J. Murray
Dec 23, 2018
Nancy Jane Murray (née Hackbarth), 64 of Kent, Ohio passed away Sunday December 23rd 2018 after a year long battle with cancer. Born in Hamilton County Ohio, she is survived by her beloved husband of 42 years Brian, daughter Amanda (Karl) Thornton and son Jason, and grandchildren Logan, Gwendolyn, and Matthew. Nancy, adopted by the Hackbarth's, is survived by her...
Sharyn Nancy Cain
Dec 19, 2018
Sharyn Nancy Cain It is with great sadness that the family of Sharyn Nancy Cain (nee Zielke) announces her passing on Wednesday, December 19, 2018, at the age of 82 years. Sharyn was born on October 14, 1936 in Detroit to Edward and Mary Zielke. She graduated from Pontiac Central High School and earned her Master's degree in Education from...
Kenneth Ray Painter
Dec 19, 2018
Kenneth Ray Painter, age 87, of Streetsboro, died on Wednesday, December 19, 2018 at his home. Kenneth was born September 30, 1931 in Dunbar, WV. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War where he received the Purple Heart Medal. Kenneth was assigned to the 15th RCT Division. He is survived by wife, Veronica Painter; children, Dale...
Lois E. Silver
Dec 18, 2018
Lois passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 18 after living a life of loving kindness. She was born April 10, 1924, in Wintersville OH to Henry Martin Eft and Louise Scott Eft, growing up on a farm surrounded by the love and joy of her eight siblings. In her youth and young adult life, Lois was an active member of...
Glenn Alan Saltzman
Dec 18, 2018
Dr. Glenn Alan Saltzman, 83, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, Navy Captain, educator, and Kent community leader, died Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2018 at University Hospital in Cleveland. Born Sept. 10, 1935 in Findlay, Ohio, he was the son of Frank and Lois (Stahl) Saltzman. He cherished fond memories of growing up on a farm east of Findlay. During his senior...
Jeanne Ann Kotis
Dec 17, 2018
Jeanne Kotis, 72, of Kent, died on Monday, December 17, 2018, at The Hospice of Medina County. She was born on August 12, 1946, in Vicksburg, Mississippi, to John and Jeanne Ann Conway. Jeanne came to Ohio in 1968, and resided in Akron before moving to Kent in 1985. She worked as an insurance agent, bookkeeper, and office manager at...
Sandra Ann Floyd
Dec 14, 2018
Sandra Ann Floyd (Betty) of Kent, left this world on Friday, December 14, 2018 at her home. Born May 15, 1944 in Carroll County, Ga. Betty is survived by her husband of 48 years James J. Floyd of Kent; her children, Terri Boykin of Akron, Gaylan (Patty) Floyd of Kent, and Erica (Walter) Floyd Holliday of Baton Rouge, LA; sisters,...
Barbara Ann Meeker
Dec 13, 2018
Barbara Ann Meeker, 90, of Twin Lakes died on Thursday, December 13, 2018 at Hudson Grande Senior Living. Barbara was born September 18, 1928 in Kent to James and Vivian (Poulton) Shepherd. She was a graduate of Kent State University High School. She owned and operated Barb Meeker's Kent Travel. She was a member of ASTA (American Society of Travel...
Myrl Rose
Dec 13, 2018
Myrl L. Rose, 86, of Kent, died on Thursday, December 13, 2018 at his home. Myrl was born April 11, 1932 in Ravenna to Roy and Myrtle (Anderson) Rose. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Rose of Kent; children, Odette Rose of Arizona, Myrl (Darline) Rose of Leage, TX, Robert Rose of Stow, Theresa Rose of Kent, Patricia Rose...
Robert Lee Crowe
Dec 12, 2018
Robert Lee "Bob" Crowe, age 78, of Ravenna, died on Wednesday, December 12, 2018 at Arbors of Streetsboro. Robert was born January 26, 1940 in Mantua, to Clinton and Madeline (Racz) Crowe. He attended New Testament Baptist Church in Ravenna. Robert was a member of the VFW, Canadian Club, American Legion and Elks. He enjoyed fishing, traveling and sports especially...
Jean (Gambaccini) Hiestand
Dec 9, 2018
Jeanie (Gambaccini) Hiestand, 68 years old, went home with the Lord on December 9, 2018 after a four and a half year battle with evil cancer. She was devoted to her family and thoroughly enjoyed spending time with family, friends, and the little ones she taught. Jeanie was born to Carl and Millie Gambaccini, Kent, on October 28, 1950. Her...
Leigh Skok
Dec 9, 2018
Leigh Skok, age 69, of Kent, died on Sunday, December 9, 2018 at UH Portage Medical Center. Leigh was born March 23, 1949 in Beckley, WV to Wade and Margaret Clark. She is survived by her husband Martin Skok of Kent; son, Lewis Gamiere; daughter-in-law, Rachel Gamiere; grandson, Carter Gamiere; granddaughter, Brooklyn Agosto; sister Lynn Clark. She was preceded in...
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