All Obituaries

Ronald G. Noland, 74, passed away April 2, 2021 surrounded by his children.  Ron was born in Akron, Ohio to Glenn and Marion Noland.  Growing up at Noland’s Service Station in Ghent and a Revere graduate (‘64), Ron set out in life to be his own boss.  After trying other professions, Ron returned to the fuel business purchasing and operating Stoney Hill’s Station in Copley in 1975. If you’re from the area, then chances are you have at least driven by...

Charles Wyers, 70, of Cuyahoga Falls and formerly of Ravenna, Ohio passed away April 4, 2021 surrounded by family. Charles had a love for horses that started as a teen working at Silver Spur in Charlestown, Ohio and ended as a driver and trainer at Northfield Park. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Delores Wyers; brothers, Carl Wyers and John Lewis. He is survived by his wife, Barbara (Thompson); daughter, Jennifer (Mark) Ward of Cuyahoga Falls; granddaughters, Angel (Paul)...

Jeffrey C. Wilson, 65, passed away April 3, 2021 at Akron General Cleveland Clinic after suffering a stroke. He was born on April 1, 1956 in Flint, MI but lived in the Akron area for most of his life. He graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School in 1975, then married his high school sweetheart, Callie Baker, in 1977 and had two beautiful daughters, Carrie and Kristan. We worked at Wheeler Boyce for 20 years and Marcs grocery store until 2018. Jeffrey was kind and loving with a quirky...

Lawrence (Larry) J. Kouri Jr. died peacefully on March 29, 2021 surrounded by his wife and two daughters. Larry was born in Akron, and attended Archbishop Hoban High School where he found a passion for wrestling. Larry pursued a career in law, in which he worked as an officer with Stark County, The University of Akron, and Walsh University. While working full time, he achieved a Bachelors of Science in Political Science and a Masters in Public Administration. He worked hard to create a...

Bobbie Doria, 79, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2021 with her family by her side. Bobbie was a life long resident of Akron and graduated from St. Vincent High School. She was self-employed as an Independent Sales Rep in the Plastics Industry only retiring as of last year. She continued to enjoy the chase of new business and the relationships she had built with clients over the years. Bobbie had a special place in her heart for those less fortunate. She served on the Homeless...

Jim Richie  08/29/32-03/23/2021 Jim lived a long life filled with many moments of love and family, and passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 23, 2021. Jim also served in the Korean War as a 1st Lieutenant in the United States Army.   Family, golf and going to the casino were some of his favorite pleasures. Jim was preceded in death by his wife, Ann.  Jim is survived by his children, John, Vicki, Peggy, Herman, James, Jeff (Jennifer), Roseann Richie and...

Nancy Lue Makin 4/3/1947-3/22/2021 Nancy L. Makin received her place with the Lord on March 22, 2021. She was born in Boone County, West Virginia to Luther and Lena Vannatter. She was the second of six baby girls. Nancy was a proud graduate of Akron North High School in 2000; joining her three children. Nancy is survived by Robert C. Makin, her loving husband of forty-four years; her three children, Lora May Cutting (Paul), Debby Lue Donahue (Stan), Joseph Fredrick Makin (Angela); six...

Annmarie Theresa Plouse “Annmarie,” 36 yrs old, passed away on March 22, 2021, peacefully with her parents by her side. She was born January 26, 1985 in Akron, Ohio, to David and Linda Plouse. She resided in Cuyahoga Falls her entire life, graduating from Cuyahoga Falls High School in 2004. She lettered in basketball, volleyball and softball all four years, and was selected to be all state shortstop, division one, her senior year. She loved to draw, paint and really liked...

    Raymond J. Kapper   Raymond J. Kapper passed away March 14, 2021 at his home in Florida. Ray Kapper dedicated his professional career to serving his community. Whether serving the citizens of the City of Akron as an elected official or young men and women as a coach and administrator, Kapper put the greater-good above his own aspirations. He began his professional career as the athletic director for the Catholic Youth Organization and as head football coach at St....

Dan Joseph Marseglia went home to be with the Lord on March 11, 2021 at 95 years of age after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease. Dan was born in Akron, Ohio on January 16, 1926. He graduated from West High School in January 1944. Upon graduation, he enlisted in the United States Army and served in the European Theater as part of the Greatest Generation until the end of WWII. Dan was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church and the North Akron Knights of Columbus. He was...