Obituaries for Bissler & Sons' Funeral Home and Crematory

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...

Sep 1, 2023

On Friday, September 1, 2023, local legend, Robert Wade Roe, II, age 75, of Tallmadge, OH, passed away and went on to that big field of dreams in the sky. He passed away peacefully and in his sleep, surrounded by family at his home.

Robert was born August 26, 1948 in Ravenna, OH to Robert and Doris...

Aug 31, 2023

Twyla K. (Craft) Wise, age 85, of Kent, OH, passed away on Thursday, August 31, 2023 at Altercare Post-Acute Rehabilitation Center. Twyla was born June 9, 1938 in Parcoal, West Virginia to the late Daniel Henry Craft and Vera Maxine (Given) Carden. Twyla graduated from Central High in Akron, where she was a cheerleader and voted May Queen. She...

Aug 27, 2023

Mary Sparrow was born in 1935 in Cleveland Ohio. She passed away on August 27, 2023. She was the wife to to late Arthur Sparrow; mother to Diana and Arthur Jr.; grandmother to Keith, Sheila and Gregory; great grandmother to Aaron, Jace and Carter. In lieu of flowers the family asks that a donation be made to Hope for...

Aug 25, 2023

Philip Shilling, age 63, of Kent, OH, passed away on Friday, August 25, 2023 at his home.

Philip was born November 2, 1959 in Massillon, OH to Donald and Waneta (Williams) Shilling.

He is survived by his mother, Waneta Shilling; brother, Mark Shilling.  He was preceded in death by his father, Rev. Dr. Donald Shilling....

Aug 25, 2023

Michael J. Knapp, 66, of Ravenna, passed away, in the comfort of his home, on Friday, August 25, 2023 with his family by his side.  He was born in Kent on December 21, 1956 to Thomas Knapp and the late Norma (Butcher) Knapp.

Mike was an avid sports fan, except for baseball and golf.  He enjoyed motocross...

Aug 25, 2023

Judith S. Everett (nee Sapp), 85, died comfortably and peacefully on August 25, 2023 after succumbing to vascular dementia. Judith “Judy”, born November 12, 1938, was a lifelong resident of Portage County, and a descendant of area pioneers who settled in Kent in the 1800’s. Her great-great grandfather worked at Riddle Co. making carriages, her great grandfather owned a...

Aug 24, 2023

Ronald Reed Jr., 67, passed away on Thursday, August 24, 2023 at Country Club Rehabilitation Home in Newton Falls.  He was born in Ravenna on September 22, 1955 to the late Ronald Sr and Helen Reed.  Ronald was a graduate of Ravenna High School and was employed in construction.

He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting,...

Aug 23, 2023

John Paul “Jack” Neuzil

August 8, 1942 - August 23, 2023

Jack is preceded in death by his brothers Frederick and Robert both of whom died in infancy, his parents George and Lois Neuzil of Grand Island, Nebraska, and by his beloved wife Mary Helen Neuzil (Cooper) of Kent, Ohio.

Jack is survived...

Aug 22, 2023

After 32 30th birthdays, Joseph Robert Raftovich, of Kent, OH, left this physical plane on Tuesday, August 22, 2023.

Joseph was born 27 July 1961 in Chester, PA to the late Robert and Rose (Torrieri) Raftovich. 
As a father, friend, and leader, Joseph made an immense impact on all those who had the privilege of knowing him....

Aug 22, 2023

Derek Scott Damron passed away Tuesday, August 22, 2023 at University Hospital’s Cleveland Medical Center, following a brief illness this summer.  He was born in Miami, FL on June 4, 1960. He is survived by his mother Dr. Geneva Damron of Kent, OH; wife Amy Damron (Batchelor), whom he celebrated his 9th wedding anniversary with on August 9, 2023;...