All Obituaries

Ted Stefanov, 85, passed away on September 19, 2022.  He was born in Akron on February 21, 1937, to the late Joseph and Ann Stefanov.    Ted was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. His children and grandchildren were his pride and joy. He attended hundreds of his grandchildren’s sporting events and other activities and always made each of his four grandchildren feel special.   Ted’s lasting legacy is his love of family, passion for sports, and...

Victoria Cavill, 70, passed away on September 14, 2022.  She was born on February 16, 1952, in Akron to Alma Lake and the late Chuck Lake. Victoria was a force of nature that pulled everyone in her path.  She loved music, her Westies, good food and friends, researching family ancestry, making endless lists with her innumerable collection of colored pens, and accidentally creating heretofore unknown words and phrases. She could build a business from the ground up, paint...

Arlene Jerin Foss, 85, passed away on September 10, 2022.  She was born on April 6, 1937, in Cleveland to Ralph and Mildred Bennett.  Arlene and Jerry raised their family in Green, Ohio, and remained a ‘Bulldog’ for the rest of her life.   Arlene was a proud employee of Schott International for many years and retired in 2006. She was an avid Green High Bulldog football fan and could be found on the 40-yard line proudly shouting, “Go Green!” In...

Floyd Bagwell, 90, passed away on September 9, 2022.  He was born in Akron on June 1, 1932, to the late Adrian “Bud” and Evie Bagwell and lived his entire life in the Portage Lakes.  After graduating from Coventry High School, Floyd worked for Firestone Tire & Rubber.  Then with the prospect of being drafted, he joined the Navy, figuring he was less likely to get shot at.  Upon his return home, Floyd used his GI Bill to attend Hower Trade School and became...

  Freddi Yocum, 87, passed away on September 4, 2022.  She was born on November 6, 1934, in Akron to the late Paul and Hedwig Roan.  Freddi loved to roller skate and did so into her 80s.  She met the love of her life, James Yocum, while roller skating, they were together for 62 years until his passing in 2019. Freddi worked for Klais and Co. for over 20 years.  She loved to play bridge with friends and spend time with her family.  She was a member for over 40...

David J. Knittle, 75, passed away on September 1, 2022. He was born on May 30, 1947, to the late Clarence Knittle and the late Luella Sandlin.   David grew up in Copley where he attended Copley High school. He worked for Riser Foods as a truck driver and retired in 2015 with over 35 years of service. He was a member of Teamsters Local 407. He enjoyed spending time with his family at dirt bike races, Queen of Hearts drawings, casinos, and just hanging out together with a drink in hand...

Carolyn Brabham, 91, passed away on August 25, 2022.  She was born in Columbus on January 11, 1931, to the late Clifford and Mary (Cartmill) Billips.  She graduated from Greensburg High School in 1949 and married Jerry Brabham on October 8, 1950. She worked as a legal secretary until the birth of their son, Robert Scott Brabham “Bob Scott” on July 1, 1962.   Carolyn shared a passion for music with her family. They all sang in their own gospel quartets and as...

Shawn T. Bahry, 52, of Green, was carried to Heaven by God’s angels to meet his lord and savior and those loved ones who were waiting to be with him again.   Shawn was born on March 17, 1970, in Akron, Ohio to loving parents Hylem and Antoinette. He was a special son, brother, nephew, uncle, and grandson who was loved by all who were fortunate enough to know him. His positive outlook on life, ability to easily make lifelong friends, and refusal to let his disabilities keep him...

Luella Siegfried, 84, passed away August 23, 2022.  She was born in Akron on December 16, 1937, to the late Elmer and Harriett Siegfried.  Luella was a 1955 graduate of Garfield High School and received her Bachelor of Science from the University of Akron. She worked for many years at B. F. Goodrich and retired from Steelastic     Luella is survived by several cousins.   Per Luella’s request, a private family graveside service has taken place at Greenlawn...

Louise Holt, 90, passed away on August 23, 2022.  She was born in Barberton on December 11, 1931, to the late Dillard and Dorothy Bass and lived her entire life in the area.  She was a 1950    graduate of Barberton High School and worked for 30 years for AMHA Housing as a resident manager of the Allen Dickson Apartments.  Louise was also an avid oil painter and gave her paintings to family and friends   Besides her parents, Louise was preceded in death by...