All Obituaries

John W. Fate, 84, passed away April 22, 2020 at his home in Fairlawn. He was born on June 30, 1935 in Frostburg Maryland to Charles and Velma Fate and was a 70+ year Akron area resident. He honorably served his country in the U.S. Navy and worked for 28 years with Gillette Safety Razor Company as a Major Marketing Manager where he set numerous sales records. John was an avid golfer and sports fan. He met the love of his life, Peggy, when he was 9 years old and married her 10 years later....

"Praise the Lord, Oh my soul, and forget not all his benefits  He forgives all my sins and heals all my diseases.” Psalm 103 Jessie Loman passed away on August 3rd, 2020 at the age of 103. She was one of 16 children born to Nicoli and Helen Harp on March 12, 1917, in Maderia Pennsylvania. Born with a servant's heart she was gifted at home decor, cooking, floral arrangements, and anything else to make the home look lovely. In the past, she was featured in the Akron...

Josephine Ann Parasilite (Jo), born September 24,1924, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2020 after enjoying 95 beautiful years of life and love. Jo grew up in North Hill (Akron, Ohio) and spent her working career as a devoted and treasured executive secretary for the chairman of the board at B.F. Goodrich.  Her commitment to her work led her to Houston, Texas where she spent nearly 30 proud years as a Texan before returning home to be with family in her retirement. Jo’s...

One of Earths angels, Rita Jean Constantine, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2020 at the age of 92. Mom was born on August 10, 1927 in Ravenna, OH to Alphonse and Grace Trares, and was a long time Cuyahoga Falls resident. She worked as an operator at St. Thomas Hospital, and was an active member of St. Joseph Parish and it's Altar and Rosary Society, and the Setons. Mom was a unique and gentle soul who loved her family, the Lord, a matching outfit, a good bargain discount, and a...

Anna Mae Cummings, 101, a resident of the Akron area since the early 1940's, was born October 13, 1918 in Toledo, Ohio and died on July 25, 2020 in her home. She was buried at Mound Hill Cemetery in Seville, Ohio along side of family members and ancestors. Anna Mae leaves many friends who supported her in her final days. In accordance with her wishes, no services were held.  

James E. Murphy Retired Judge James E. Murphy of Akron, Ohio passed away peacefully on July 23, 2020 at the age of 88. James, (Jim), was born on February 13, 1932 to Edwin and Mary (Higgins) Murphy. Jim graduated from Saint Ignatius High School in Cleveland, Ohio, received his Commerce degree from the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana, and later graduated from the University of Akron School of Law. After a successful law practice with Calhoun, Waddell, Murphy, and Nehrer, Jim...

Thomas "Tom" "Tommy" Leon Duluc age 57 of Akron, Ohio suddenly, but courageously passed away from pancreatic cancer July 18, 2020.  Tom was born on December 2, 1962, in Toledo, Ohio. He was a graduate from Firestone High School. He enjoyed music, fishing, being outdoors, spending time with family, and working with his twin brother at Kamper City. Tom was born to his proud parents Dr. Salvador Duluc (deceased), and Trina Duluc-Skarzynski. He is survived by his...

William Edward Madigan William (Bill) Edward Madigan, 90, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2020. Bill was born in Barberton, Ohio on March 1, 1930. Bill was a graduate of Barberton High School and continued his education at the University of Notre Dame for two years then transferred to St. Mary’s Seminary in Cleveland for four years. Bill later joined the army and was stationed at Fort Jackson, SC. After being discharged from the army in 1956 he returned to Ohio to complete his...

Thomas "Red" Edward Gosser, Jr. 102, of Cuyahoga Falls passed away July 17, 2020.   Born in Zanesville, OH on June 1, 1918 to Cora Mae and Thomas E. Gosser, Sr. and later moved to the Akron area.   On November 15, 1940 he married his wife of 74 years, Helen, who preceded him in death in 2014.   They lived in Cuyahoga Falls since 1951 and were founding members of Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish.   He retired from the Teamsters in 1983 and was Secretary...

It is with sorrow and sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Rosemary (Testa) Sharp on Sunday, April 26, 2020 at the age of 88. Rosemary was born on December 15, 1931, in Akron, Ohio, to Amelia and Ray Testa of North Hill. In 1952, she married her high school sweetheart, Lester Sharp. They were married for 60 years and raised their only son Dan, sharing their love of sports, boating and coaching. For 30 years, Rosemary worked at Ohio Bell at a job she loved, starting as...