All Obituaries

Amy Cook, 60, passed away November 15, 2020.  She was born August 4, 1960 in Akron to the late Marvin and Lou Capps, Jr.  After graduating from Stow High School, Amy spent a few years at Ohio Valley College where she had her first experience with independence, and she loved it! She graduated from The University of Akron with a Bachelor’s in Education with a focus on developmentally disabled children. As a young woman Amy worked at Weaver School and Workshop.  She...

Bob Neidert, “Bottom Dollar Bob”, 70, passed away May 29, 2020.  He was born May 3, 1950 in Akron to the late John and Theresa Neidert.  Bob was a veteran of the U.S. Army and recently retired, after 50 years, as a tire salesman in the Akron and Massillon areas.  Bob loved art and music and enjoyed being a member of Tuesday Musical.  He was an avid sports fan and supporter of the Massillon Tigers for many years.  Bob enjoyed being...

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Janet Rush, 86, of Green, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, July 16, 2021. She was born in Somerfield, PA on February 23, 1935 to the late Cyrus and Ida Glover.     Janet retired from food service at Green Local School District and Chapel Hill Nursing Home. She was an active member of Temple Baptist Church participating in a variety of activities for approximately 30 years. She was a dedicated mother and grandmother. She treasured her family and embraced every moment spent with...

Billie Baccellieri, 78, of Green, passed away on July 9, 2021. She was born in Akron on March 29, 1943, to the late William and Betty Angle. Billie graduated from Coventry High School where she met her husband, Paul. She worked many years as a bookkeeper for Baccellieri Insurance Agency.   Billie and Paul were avid dancers, especially the jitterbug. She loved playing the accordion, listening to country music, and boating on the Portage Lakes with her friends. She enjoyed singing...

David Prahl, 81, passed away July 6, 2021. He was born April 6, 1940 in Akron, OH to the late Lewis and Rose Prahl. He worked in Akron as a machinist at both Goodyear and later at Akron Standard where he retired.   David was a member of Grace and Glory Fellowship in Cuyahoga Falls, where he served on the prayer chain and the needs of the elderly congregation. He was an avid car buff and was affectionately known as “Gearhead”. He loved fishing, traveling, and spending time...

Robert Bodosi, 78, of New Franklin, a loving husband, father, brother, uncle, and veteran passed away July 5, 2021. May he rest forever in God’s care. He was born October 31, 1942 in Akron to the late Esther (nee Steiner) and Dan Bodosi.   Robert was a graduate of the University of Akron with a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. Always an honorable man, he served in the U.S. Army National Guard, Corps of Engineers. He worked for Saint Gobain and retired after 37...

Lynda Sims, 62, of Green, passed away on June 29, 2021.  She was born April 4, 1959 in Ventura, California to Carol and the late Leon Lowe.   Lynda was a strong, beautiful, dedicated woman who consistently put the needs of her loved ones ahead of her own. Throughout her life, she worked a number of jobs, but she is best remembered as a legendary wife and mother. She enjoyed traveling, cooking delicious food, and crafting gifts that brought warmth to others. Her famous blankets...

Bill Straub, 87, passed away June 27, 2021 surrounded by his loving family.  He was born December 20, 1933 in Glenshaw, Pennsylvania to the late Theodore and Philomena (nee Stritzinger) Straub and grew up in Allison Park.   Bill’s father, a volunteer fireman, was killed when Bill was six years old.  He and his two sisters, Bernadette “Bernie” and Phyllis (and later, his half-brother, Charles “Chuck”), were raised by his mother, who taught her...