Obituaries for Bissler & Sons' Funeral Home and Crematory

Oct 3, 2023

Garry Wayne Parsons, age 65, of Kent, OH, passed away surrounded by family on Tuesday, October 3, 2023 at his home. Garry was born December 11, 1957 in Akron, OH to Bill and Madie (Baker) Parsons. Garry was a great husband, father, Papa and friend. “King G”  loved fishing, working in his yard, and took pride in caring for...

Oct 2, 2023

Timothy Daly Smith (Tim) wrote his last “30” on Oct. 2, 2023.  He was husband to Jane, father to Randy (Lauren Boice), Rachel (James), and Bryan (Wendy).  Without a doubt, though, his favorite role was Papa to Zeb, Dashiell, Ximin, Eliza, and Liam.  Tim and Jane married in 1966, celebrating 57 years together in June.

Tim was...

Oct 1, 2023

Regina Ann (Geers) McFarland of Brimfield, OH, was called home to be with Jesus on October 1, 2023 at the age of 92.  She was born in Akron, OH to the late Henry and Josephine Geers on May 24, 1931.  Regina graduated from St. Mary’s High School in Akron and married the love of her life, Richard Joseph McFarland...

Sep 30, 2023

Daniel E. Szakal 58, of Kent Ohio, passed away at home, surrounded by his loving family, on Saturday, September 30, 2023.  Daniel was born May 23, 1965 in Akron, Ohio to Robert and Gloria Szakal.

Dan was the toughest teddy bear you have ever met.  A Navy Veteran and owner/operator of Mobile Glass Services, Daniel was passionate...

Sep 29, 2023

On Friday, September 29, 2023 Michael Finley, loving husband, father, brother, friend, and community member passed away at the age of 59.

Michael was born on January 5, 1964 in Elgin, Illinois to Robert and Margery (Green) Finley.

Michael spent his childhood and school age years in Glen Cove, NY. He received his Bachelor of...

Sep 28, 2023

Joseph West, 44, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on Thursday, September 28, 2023 in the comfort of his home, with his family by his side.  He was born in Ravenna on March 8, 1979 and was employed in cemetery maintenance at Crown Hill Cemetery.

Joe was a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles #2164 and...

Sep 27, 2023

Roger Bruce Shaw, known by Bruce, of Oberlin, Ohio, was born to Roger Morey Shaw and Mary Miller Shaw in Cleveland. They returned to Oberlin where his father was on the faculty until 1946 when his father was asked to head the restoration of authentic history in Germany through the Marshall Plan. He spent ages four-five in Munich and...

Sep 26, 2023

Gloria Jean Ferry (Bianchi), 90, of Kent, Ohio, passed away on September 26, 2023. She was born on February 17, 1933, in Kent, Ohio, to the late Edward and Mary Bianchi. Gloria was a lifelong devoted member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church. Gloria is survived by her loving children, Linda McColloch (James McColloch), Diana Sferra, Carole Rogers (Donald Rogers),...

Sep 26, 2023

James Michael Woodliff, also known as “Mike”, “Woody” or “Papa” passed away peacefully at home on September 26, 2023 after a brave battle with cancer. Born on October 23, 1957 in Ravenna, Ohio to the late Joseph and Margaret Woodliff, he was a lifetime resident of Kent, Ohio.

Mike graduated from Kent Roosevelt High School in 1976....

Sep 23, 2023

James F. Staud died at his home in Kent on Saturday, September 23, 2023 at the age of 83.  He was born in Elkins, West Virginia to the late John and Virginia (Yost) Staud, December 24, 1939.

He graduated from St. Mary’s High School in Akron.  Jim earned his Bachelors and Masters degrees from Kent State University. ...

Sep 22, 2023

Joseph Edward Ripley of Rootstown, Ohio, died peacefully in his sleep, on Thursday, September 22, 2023.  He was born on September 12, 1934 in Belmont, Michigan to Julius and Harriet (Linski) Ripley.  He had two older brothers, an older sister, and two younger brothers.

Joe was an outstanding athlete, winning state titles in baseball and basketball for...

Sep 20, 2023

Hobert Starcher, 77, of Kent, passed away on Wednesday, September 20, 2023, in the comfort of his home, with his family by his side.  He was born in Portsmouth, VA on October 29, 1945 to the late Rome and Estelle Starcher.  Hobert spent several years employed as a factory worker and as a truck driver.

He proudly...

Sep 20, 2023

Connie Belknap, age 77, passed away on Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at Ascension St. Thomas Rutherford Hospital, in Murfreesboro, TN. She was born in San Jose, CA but has roots in Ohio, Alabama and Tennessee. She has lived in Rutherford County, TN for the past 26 years.  Connie was a very special woman who was loved by many. She...

Sep 20, 2023

Richard McCarty passed away after prolonged illness on September 20, 2023 at age 77.  He loved to cook and have a good time with family and friends.  He will be missed!  No calling hours.  Private prayers.  Services in care of Bissler & Sons Funeral Home and Crematory, 628 West Main Street, Kent, OH 44240.

Sep 19, 2023

Basil J. Minott, 92, of Aurora, OH, passed away on Tuesday, September 19, 2023 in the comfort of his home.  He was born in Kingston, Jamaica on November 16, 1930 to the late George and Ina Minott.

Basil was employed as a watch maker for the Omega Watch Company in New York City for 30 years.  He...

Sep 12, 2023

Lorraine Kardos, age 78, of Kent, OH, has gone home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 12, 2023 at Summa Akron City Hospital.

Lorraine was born November 27, 1944 in England, to the late Ernest and Lavinia (Morecroft) Little. She was retired from Portage Country Municipal Court.

She is survived by her children,...

Sep 10, 2023

Mary Charlotte Zettelman Greer was born December 2nd, 1941 in Evanston, Illinois and passed away on September 10th, 2023 peacefully at home with her family around her. Mary was the youngest daughter of Elsa Emily Oldberg Zettelman and Henry Joseph Zettelman MD. Mary grew up in Evanston, Illinois and summered with family in Estes Park, Colorado in her formative...

Sep 9, 2023

Patricia “Trish” Ann Faist, peacefully passed away on September 9, 2023, at Concordia at Sumner in Copley, Ohio, under the loving care of Ohio Living Home Health & Hospice.

Trish was born on January 22, 1948, in Fremont, Ohio, to the late Norma and Clifford Wright.  She is survived by her daughters, Leezette (Dave) Littell and Tonya...

Sep 8, 2023

Barbara Joan (Blanar) Million, 77, of Kent, died on Friday, September 8, 2023 at Altercare Post Acute Rehabilitation Center.

She was born on January 12, 1946 in Barberton, OH to the late John and Verna (Markus) Blanar and was a member of St. Patrick Church in Kent.

In addition to her parents, Barbara was preceded...

Sep 7, 2023

On Thursday, September 7, 2023, Geraldine “Gerry” Louise Dunch Orr peacefully passed away surrounded by comfort and care at KentRidge Senior Living in Kent, Ohio.

Gerry was born November 22, 1942 in Maple Heights, Ohio. She is survived by her husband of 59 years Dr. Lowell P. Orr of Kent; sister Donna Dunch of Rome, Italy; sister-in-law...