Obituaries for Bissler & Sons' Funeral Home and Crematory

Jul 20, 2022

Zachary Benjamin Oates, 44, of Nevada, formerly of Kent, unexpectedly left this world, on Wednesday, July 20, 2022.  He was born in Ravenna on September 17, 1977 and was a 1996 graduate of Theodore Roosevelt High School, where he was a member of the swim team.  Zach went on to earn his Associates Degree in Fire and Emergency Services...

Jul 11, 2022

Having lived a life of grand accomplishments and adventures, and fighting a courageous battle with multiple myeloma, Joseph William Habraken Jr., 87, passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully, at Western Reserve Hospital on July 11, 2022.

Lovingly known as Bill, Billy, Willy, Joe, Coach, Hobs, Dad, Papa Joe and Grandpa Joe, he was born in Kent, OH on...

Jul 11, 2022

Larry W. Rollyson, 73, of Ravenna went Home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, July 11, 2022.  Larry was born in Weston, WV to the late Russell and Mildred Rollyson and was a 1969 graduate of Akron North High School. He was firstly a follower of Jesus, a muscle car lover, the #1 fan of Elvis...

Jul 10, 2022

Susan Louise Howard (Daugintis), age 66, passed away on Sunday, July 10, 2022.  Our Momma. Most loved wife to Bernie. Doting Nana to Stacy and Logan. Great Nana to Liam, Elayna and Braxton. Motherly sister, Aunt Suzi, and best friend to so many, she was “supportive to the point of excess.”

Suzi fell for the man that...

Jul 5, 2022

Nancy (Latimer) Granville, age 74, of Streetsboro passed away Tuesday, July 5, 2022.

Nancy was born April 14, 1948 and raised in Mogadore where she graduated from Mogadore High School.

She received Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Kent State University. Nancy worked for Streetsboro City Schools as a teacher, librarian, and substitute and later worked...

Jul 4, 2022

Laura Piazza, 57, of Kent, passed away on Monday, July 4, 2022.  She was born in Cleveland, OH on November 8, 1964 and was a graduate of Ohio Northern University, with a Pharmacy Degree.  She was employed as a Pharmaceutical Rep for 30 years and will be deeply missed by her family and friends.

Laura leaves her...

Jul 4, 2022

Richard "Dick" Augustine Thomas, age 77, of Kent, OH, died on Monday, July 4, 2022 at Longmeadow Care Center.

Richard was born January 10, 1945 in Ravenna, OH to the late Gus and Angeline (D'Amico) Thomas.

He was a member of the Knights of Columbus in Kent, OH.  He held position of secretary of the...

Jul 2, 2022

David John Ewers, 70, passed away on July 2nd in the comfort of his beloved home, with his loving family by his side.  He was born in Akron on January 28, 1952 to the late Thomas and Margaret Ewers and was a graduate of Barberton High School.  David went on to earn his Bachelor’s Degree and Master’s Degree in...

Jun 30, 2022

Ronald Thomas, 89, of Kent, passed away on Thursday, June 30, 2022 at University Hospitals Portage Medical Center.  He was born in Kent on April 28, 1933 to the late Gus and Angeline Thomas and was employed with Goodyear for 35 years, retiring as Truck Tire Center manager in Florida.  He was very athletic and was an avid golfer. ...

Jun 29, 2022

Julie C. Brunelle (nee Martineau) entered into eternal life on June 29. 2022 at the age of 75, leaving behind many family and friends. She was born on April 22, 1947 in Lowell, Massachusetts and retired in Rootstown, Ohio, where she lived for 19 years.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Henri Joseph and Yvonne...

Jun 27, 2022

Dorothy M. White, age 74, of Ravenna, OH, passed away suddenly on Monday, June 27, 2022 at her home.

Dorothy was born September 9, 1947 in Ravenna, OH to the late Charles and Mary (Thompson) Homan.

She was retired from Trexler Rubber Co. in Ravenna, Ohio.  She was a member of the Bethel Baptist Church...

Jun 23, 2022

Felice “Phil” Simone, Kent Ohio passed away peacefully June 23, 2022 at Summa City Hospital, Akron, Ohio after a long illness.

Phil was born May 2, 1929 to his parents, Joseph and Theresa Simone.

Phil grew up in nearby Ravenna, Ohio and graduated from Ravenna High School, class of 1947.  After high school Phil enlisted...

Jun 22, 2022

Christopher G. Graham, 74, of Kent passed away June 22, 2022.

Christopher was born on December 16, 1947 in East Liverpool, OH to John and Geraldine Graham.

Christopher was a proud Navy veteran. He enjoyed playing golf and pool. He retired from Community Action Council of Portage County.

He was preceded in death...

Jun 20, 2022

Devin Michael South, age 21, of Kent, Ohio passed away suddenly on Monday, June 20. 2022 at UH Portage Medical Center.

Devin was born March 22, 2001 in Ravenna, Ohio to Lee South and Pebble Sawyer.

To know Devin was to love him. He was friends with everyone he met. He was a very successful...

Jun 20, 2022

Helen Mae “Knapp” Latacki, 77, passed away June 20, 2022, at Summa City Hospital, Akron Ohio.  Helen was born on October 8, 1944, in Akron, OH to her parents, Raymond and Marcella Knapp.

Helen attended Akron Central High School and graduated in 1963.  In May of 1964 she married Tarus Latacki. Her family was very important to...

Jun 18, 2022

Joanne "JoJo" Marie Giovinazzo, age 75, of Stow, OH, passed away on Saturday, June 18, surrounded by family at her home.

Joanne was born June 25, 1946 in Ravenna, OH to the late Angelo and Josephine (Zampelli) Battaglia.

JoJo loved nothing more than her family and friends. She was always there for you no matter...

Jun 18, 2022

Joan I. Davis, 92, of Kent, OH, passed away Saturday, June 18, 2022 at UH Portage Medical Center in Ravenna, OH.

She was born July 25, 1929 in Middletown, IN to Daniel Albert and Ina Mae (Bair) Stanley.

Joan was a store manager for Sperry & Hutchinson Green Stamps.  She was a member of the...

Jun 15, 2022

Raymond Dominic Lubelski, aged 83, passed away at his home in Stow on June 15 following a brief illness. Born August 4, 1938 to Mary Kaminski and John Lubelski, he was the youngest of three sons. A graduate of Kent Roosevelt High School, he earned an Associate’s degree and CDL, and was employed by AmeriGas as a propane delivery...

Jun 9, 2022

Earl Duane Bormuth, age 93, of Kent, OH, died on Thursday, June 9, 2022 at UH Portage Medical Center.

Earl was born May 19, 1929 in Ravenna, OH to Vernon and Eva (Barkes) Bormuth.

He as a teenager worked with his dad in the plumbing business.

He retired from The Record-Courier after 41...

Jun 8, 2022

Evelyn Jean “Jeanie” Patterson, 82, of Kent, passed away, surrounded by loving family, on Wednesday June 8, 2022. She was born in Wheeling, WV on July 29, 1939 to the late John and Evelyn Campbell. Jeanie was happiest when spending time with her children, grandchildren, and extended family. She loved spending warm summer days rocking on her swing...