Obituaries

Nelda Kay Natcher

Nelda Kay Natcher

Jun 23, 2025

Nelda Kay Natcher, 77, of Brimfield, Ohio, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2025, with the love of her life, Jeff, by her side.

Born on August 26, 1947, in Lamesa, Texas, Kay was the daughter of Virginia and Truman Howard. She built a beautiful life alongside her devoted husband of 59 years, Jeffrey L. Natcher. Together, they shared a lifetime...

Sandra L Moran

Sandra L Moran

Jun 20, 2025

Sandra Moran (nee Bond, formerly Cardille), 65, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away unexpectedly after a short illness on June 20, 2025, surrounded by family. She was born on September 20th, 1959, in Akron, Ohio to Gladys Harp. She graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School in 1977. Sandy married the love of her life, Michael Moran, in 1995 and they just...

Betty Fay Farling

Betty Fay Farling

Jun 19, 2025

Betty passed away peacefully at the young age of 93. Betty is preceded in death by her son Glenn H. Farling. She is survived by her children, daughter DeeDee (Bob) James; son, Tim (Lisa) Farling; son, Sam Farling; grandchildren, Gene Lepke Jr. (Courtney), Tim Fracola, Bob Jr. and Vanessa; 6 great grandchildren; and sister, Marsha (Brock).

Betty was born in Monette,...

Carla Adell Curley

Carla Adell Curley

Jun 15, 2025

Carla Adell Curley, 82, passed away on June 15, 2025. She was a graduate from Cuyahoga Falls High School. Carla married the love of her life James in December 27, 1961. Being dedicated to her family and community were very important to Carla. She enjoyed knitting slippers and blankets for everyone that she loved. She served in the women’s auxiliary...

Joseph Edward Meissner Sr.

Joseph Edward Meissner Sr.

Jun 12, 2025

Joseph Edward Meissner Sr., age 82, of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio; owner, operator, and groomer of Falls Boarding Kennels for 58 years, passed away peacefully June 12, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on October 19, 1942, in Salem, Ohio, to John and Pauline Meissner, Joe lived a life rooted in devotion, hard work, and family. He was a graduate of...

Gloria F. Sixt

Gloria F. Sixt

Jun 11, 2025

Gloria Faye (Smith) Sixt was received home by her parents H. Lee & Edna O. Smith, sister Paula Richards, her sons Ricky L. Sixt & Randy J. Sixt, and good friends on June 11, 2025.

She is survived by Daughter-in-law Shaire, beloved grandchildren Andrew (Amber), Alexandre (Greg), Arryn, & Aschertyn, great grandchildren Lacey, Alanna, Colton, & Jordan, brother-in-law Ray and niece...

Hans Warmenhoven

Hans Warmenhoven

Jun 6, 2025

Hans Warmenhoven passed away peacefully on 6 June 2025, at the age of 99, with his family by his side. He was born in Voorburg, the Netherlands, on 15 July 1925, and lived his adult life in the Akron, Ohio area. He worked as an accountant his entire career.

Hans is survived by daughter Monica Emery, daughter Claudia Folt and her...

Patricia Marie Mancini

Patricia Marie Mancini

Jun 6, 2025

Patricia (Pat) Mancini, 74, passed away on June 6th after courageously standing up to Parkinson’s disease. She is survived by her daughter Teresa (Martin) Montalvo, son Matthew (Matt) Mancini, sister Nancy (Bob) Muir, ‘sister’ Judy (Keith) Watson, and partner Dave Spelich. Pat was preceded in death by her parents, George and Marcella Morris and her beloved sisters Kathy Valerio and...

Lincoln Hackim Jr.

Lincoln Hackim Jr.

Jun 1, 2025

Lincoln Hackim Jr. was born on June 2, 1943, and passed away on June 1, 2025. A celebrated figure in both his professional and personal life, Lincoln was a devoted husband, father, mentor, and friend. He is preceded in death by his beloved parents, Lincoln Sr. and Helen, and his cherished son, Lance.

Lincoln’s unwavering devotion to his family is evident...

Mark W. Blaser

Mark W. Blaser

May 29, 2025

Mark Wayne Blaser, 73, of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, and recently Powell, Ohio, passed away peacefully Thursday, May 29, 2025, with his family by his side. He was born April 22, 1952, in Akron, Ohio, son of the late Teddy W. Blaser and Ruth M. Keck Blaser.

He is preceded in death by his parents and his niece, Christine Gail Heacock.

He is...

Kaylee Zimmerman

Kaylee Zimmerman

May 27, 2025

Kaylee Zimmerman, 31, passed away May 27, 2025. Born March 31, 1994, in Cuyahoga Falls, Kaylee brought light, laughter, and fierce love to everyone fortunate enough to know her.

A proud graduate of Stow-Munroe Falls High School, Kaylee had a deep compassion for animals and a passion for rescue work, which she shared with her mom. Together, they fostered animals, giving...

Gordon Morse

Gordon Morse

May 26, 2025

Gordon Morse of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio passed away on May 26, 2025 at the age of 94. Gordon was also a previous resident of Stow Glen, Cardinal and Mulberry Communities. He was born in Wayne, Ohio on July 17, 1930 to Guy and Alice Fuller Morse.

He grew up on a dairy farm and was a 1948 graduate of Gustavus High...

Gerald Thomas Neff

Gerald Thomas Neff

May 25, 2025

Gerald Thomas Neff, fondly known as Jerry, of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on May 25, 2025, at the age of 92. Born on December 21, 1932, in Akron, Ohio, he lived a life marked by dedication, love, and service.

A proud veteran, Jerry served in the United States Army during the Korean War, where he attained the...

Michael Herbert Mackey

Michael Herbert Mackey

May 21, 2025

Michael H. Mackey, 77, of Summit County entered his eternal home with Christ on Wednesday May 21, 2025. Mike graduated from Barberton High School in 1966. Shortly after graduation he married Jeanette, his sweetheart of 58years. Then he served in the Army in Fort Hood, Texas. Mike would later work and retire from Mac-Tac/ Morgan Adhesive. Mike loved to do...

John Robert Sauner

John Robert Sauner

May 20, 2025

John Robert Sauner passed away peacefully on May 20, 2025 and is now home with his Lord and Savior. Born on February 11th, 1963, in Ravenna, Ohio to Betty and John Sauner and the youngest of three children.

John’s love story all started on a blind date with his wife Christine on September 27th, 1997. John and Chris celebrated almost 25...

James Emerson Thompson

James Emerson Thompson

May 18, 2025

James E. Thompson, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and uncle, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2025—poignantly, on the birthday of his late grandson, Austin James Thompson. He was 93 years old.

Born in Cleveland, Ohio, on February 20, 1932, Jim developed a lifelong passion for the outdoors and conservation. A proud graduate of East High School (Class of 1950), he...

Raymond W. Balint

Raymond W. Balint

May 15, 2025

Raymond W. Balint, a dedicated family man and entrepreneur, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on January 28, 1935, in Yonkers, New York, Ray grew up in Morgantown, West Virginia, where he developed a lifelong passion for the Mountaineers.

In 1974, Ray founded Balint & Associates in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. The company specialized in...

Thomas William Knepp

Thomas William Knepp

May 12, 2025

Thomas William Knepp, 77, passed away on May 12, 2025. Born and raised in Cuyahoga Falls, Tom graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School in 1965. Shortly after, he answered the call to serve his country with honor, joining the United States Army. As a member of the 1st Cavalry, 50th Battalion, Tom served bravely in Vietnam, where he was awarded...

John Clendenen

John Clendenen

May 11, 2025

John E Clendenen passed away on May 11, 2025 in Akron, Ohio, after a year-long battle with cancer. John was born in Akron, and graduated from Ellet High School in 1976. He was a die-hard sports fan, but his heart was always with the Browns, Guardians and Cavs. Even though he was in the throes of cancer treatment this past...

Gary Andrew Brown

Gary Andrew Brown

May 11, 2025

Gary Andrew Brown, 85, passed away peacefully May 11th surrounded by his family. He was an artist, architect, author, dog musher, motorcycle enthusiast, teacher and so much more. He is survived by children Deven, Sarah, Ethan, Riley, Bailey, Brodie, Gannon and Murphy, and grandchildren Michelle, Hannah, Paige, Aiden, Sophia and Eyla. He is reunited with mother Leona P. Brinkley, father...