MaryAnn Mucci, age 79, of Kent, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at Ohman Family Living at Blossom in Huntsburg, OH.  She was born in Cleveland on May 19,1944 to parents Michael and Anne Flaherty. Mary Ann was a devoted mother and grandmother.  She was also a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church. A woman of immense faith, she had a special devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary. She was deeply loved by her family and will be sorely...

"TOGETHER AGAIN" - Beatrice Marie “Beach” Pizzute, age 92, of Kent, Ohio passed away on April 15, 2024 at Eden Vista of Stow.  She was born on January 1, 1932 to Louie and Alma Johnston (nee Davis) in Clarksburg, WV. She moved to Kent, Ohio and met the love of her life, Jimmy Pizzute. They were married on February 19, 1954. She retired from Kent City Schools as the Food Service Director, and also worked for Kent Parks & Recreation, where she assisted with...

Shirley A. Bachman, 88, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on Monday, April 15, 2024 following an extended illness.  She was born in Cleveland on September 19, 1935 to the late George and Hazel Kemp and was a 1953 graduate of Stow High School.  Shirley was employed at Kent Quality Care as a nurse’s aide for many years.  She will always be remembered as a wonderful mother and grandmother and will be deeply missed. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her...

Frank J. Kordinak, 87, passed away on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 with his wife and their children by his side. Frank was born in Kent, OH on December 11, 1936 to the late Martin and Theresa (Haas) Kordinak.  He married Jane Wohlwend on June 6, 1959.  Frank was drafted in to the United States Army in 1960 and was a proud veteran until his death.  After being honorably discharged from his military service, he continued employment for Davey Compressor.  He retired in 1999,...

Michael R. Divis of Brimfield, Ohio was called home by a merciful God on April 9, 2024 after a brief illness. Mike was 71 years old. He studied chemistry at Worcester Polytechnic Institute in Massachusetts, receiving a Bachelor’s of Science, then attended the University of Montana where he was awarded a Masters of Psychology. Mike moved into the then new science of Information Technology where he spent over 30 years in the field. He eventually rose to become the Senior Systems Analyst...

Walter H. McFarland, 85, of Stow, passed away on Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at Akron General Medical Center.  He was born in Martins Ferry, OH on April 3, 1939 to the late Milburn and Rose McFarland.  Walter was a graduate of Martins Ferry High School and went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in finance accounting from Ohio University.  He proudly served in the United States Marine Corps from 1957-1960.  He was employed in the health care industry for several years,...

Lillian Rebecca Wilson, 92, of Randolph, passed away on Tuesday, April 9, 2024 in the comfort of her home.  She was born on February 9, 1932 in Barberton to the late Earnest and May Brooks and retired from the Randolph Post Office. Lillian married Delbert Ward Wilson on February 14, 1959, and they enjoyed 52 years together. She is survived by her sons, Michael Shaffer of Akron, David Shaffer of Pittsburgh, PA, and Patrick Wilson of Randolph; daughters, Marsha Shipley of Akron, Ruth...

David R. Helmling Sr, 92, of Kent, quietly passed away on Friday, April 5, 2024, in the comfort of his home, from advanced stages of Alzheimer’s. He was born on November 29, 1931 to the late Earl and Thelma Helmling, who were originally from Brimfield.  It was in 1949, when he was 17 years old that Dave left the family farm in Stow and went to work for Harry Miller Excavating in Suffield.  While he was working, he was a member of the National Guard, but figured he was going...

Robert Hartenbach, 86, passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at Arbors of Stow.  He was born in Racine, OH on January 29, 1938 to the late Harold George and Mayme Helen Hartenbach.  Robert worked for the Ford Motor Company for many years.  In addition to Ford, he was a cosmetologist, dance instructor and licensed pilot.  He was an excellent musician, playing the piano and guitar.  Robert was a songwriter and enjoyed writing poetry. In addition to his parents, he...

Anthony "Tony" Thewes (81) of Kent, Ohio passed away peacefully at home with his family on March 31st, 2024. Tony was born October 8th, 1942, to the late Anthony and Mary (Roshong) Thewes.  He was preceded in death by siblings, Ann Thewes, Ray Thewes (Marge), Cathy Dunlap (Gene), Mary Lou Aultmann (Claus), Irene Starr (Richard), and his forever beloved son, Carl Thewes. Tony is survived by his wife and beloved partner of 33 years, Karol Thewes; his stepdaughter Danielle...