Obituaries for Bissler & Sons' Funeral Home and Crematory

Jun 8, 2022

Frances J. Cramer, age 97, “went home” on June 8, 2022.

She was born in Kent and was a life long resident of the area. She is survived by her sons Larry Kopowski (Sharron), Gordon Kopowski (Barbara), and Scott Cramer (Jennifer) Her second son Bruce Kopowski (Jean) and husband Russell Cramer preceded her. She is further survived...

Jun 7, 2022

David A. Carmany, 63, of Kent, OH, died Tuesday, June 7, 2022 after a long illness at Canterbury of Twinsburg.

He was born June 4, 1959 in Akron, to Harry and Elizabeth F (Mandalari) Carmany.

A lifetime resident of Kent, Ohio. David enjoyed music of all kinds. He enjoyed bowling on leagues, playing bingo, putt-putt...

Jun 6, 2022

Mary Catherine Trares, age 80, of Suffield, OH, died on Monday, June 6, 2022 at KentRidge Senior Living.

Mary was born February 17, 1942 in Ravenna, OH to the late Carl and Marie (Rhodes) Trares.

She was a graduate from Suffield High School, and also attended Notre Dame High School in Cleveland.  She retired after...

Jun 4, 2022

Mary Gertrude Latsch, age 90, of Rootstown, OH, died on Saturday, June 4, 2022 at Longmeadow Care Center.

Mary was born November 18, 1931 in Kent, OH to John and Gertrude (Cady) Mindek.

Mary and her husband, Lloyd, established and ran the L&M Mold Corporation in Rootstown for 50 years together. The business was named...

Jun 4, 2022

Clara L. Wells, 92, of Kent, passed away on Saturday, June 4, 2022 at Altercare Post Acute Rehabilitation Center.  She was born in Kent on May 25, 1930 to the late Levi and Agnus Felton.

Clara was a former member of St. Patrick Catholic Church and was an avid shopper.  She will be deeply missed and always...

Jun 2, 2022

Lori M. Knapp, 62, of Kent, OH, passed away on Thursday, June 2, 2022.  Visitation will be Wednesday, June 8, 2022 at 10:00AM at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 2643 Waterloo Rd. Mogadore, OH 44260, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial which will be Celebrated at 11:00AM at the church, with the Rev. Fr. Zachary Coulter as Celebrant.  Interment...

Jun 2, 2022

Jose D. Sandoval, 100, passed away on Thursday, June 2, 2022 at University Hospital in Cleveland.  He was born in Arboles, Colorado on October 3, 1921 to the late J.V. and Isabel Candelaria Sandoval and raised in Gobernador, New Mexico.

Jose proudly served in the 88th Infantry Division (The Blue Devils) in the United States...

May 31, 2022

On Tuesday, May 31, 2022, Courtney Banks, a loving daughter, sister, and mother of two, passed away at the age of 39.

Courtney was born on May 4th 1983 in Evanston, Illinois to Larry and Lori Banks. A graduate of Theodore Roosevelt High School in 2001, she was active in basketball and cheerleading. She attended the National...

May 31, 2022

Ronald Jay Papczun

On Tuesday, May 31, 2022, Ronald Jay Papczun passed away unexpectedly in his home at the age of 55. Ron was born to Alice (nee Greene) McConnell and Carl Papczun in Akron, Ohio. He graduated from Hudson High School in 1985 and earned his business degree from Kent State University. Ron was an electrician...

May 30, 2022

Robert Roy Anderson, age 66, of Ravenna, OH, died on Monday, May 30, 2022 at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center.

Robert was born August 22, 1955 in Ravenna, OH to Arthur and Leona (Reese) Anderson.

A dedicated hard working beloved father and grandfather, who sacrificed his entire life to the happiness of...

May 19, 2022

Kayluhauni La-Keesha Lynn Lee, was born sleeping, on Thursday, May 19, 2022 to Shalynn Barlow and Darion Lee.  She will always be loved and forever remembered. "Mommy and Daddy love you dearly!"

May 17, 2022

Barbara Jean Hershberger, made her journey to Heaven on Tuesday, May 17, 2022. She was born on April 24, 1940 in Mayfield, Ohio to the late Harvey and Eleanor (Roth) Bullock. She spent the majority of her life in the Kent and Tallmadge areas.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving...

May 16, 2022

Wintersville, Ohio was not ready on August 22,1937 when Donna Kaye was born to Andrew and Maud Cupples. Social and involved in extracurriculars like basketball and marching band, Donna grew to be spirited, graceful, and determined. From early on, her love of caring for others showed strongly. Starting with animals, her generous nature led Donna to nursing school. And,...

May 15, 2022

Benjamin (Ben) Oros, 90, of Kent, Ohio passed away peacefully Sunday, May 15 2022.

He was a kind and loving husband to Phyllis for 64 years and patient and attentive father to sons Mark (Debbie) and Donald (Susan). He will also be missed by his grandchildren Jessica and Ben.

He was born in Blacklick, Pennsylvania...

May 15, 2022

Edward Stolish, 74, passed away on May 15th, 2022 with his family by his side, after three years of declining health.

Ed was born in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania to Stanley and Elizabeth Stolish.  He was raised in Harlansburg, Pennsylvania and graduated from Laurel High School.  He continued his education at Youngstown State University.

He then continued...

May 15, 2022

Our sweet Lois Jean Rericha sadly passed away on May 15th, 2022 at the age of 69 after a short but brave and strong battle with brain cancer.

Lois was born on November 23, 1952 in Johnstown, Pennsylvania.  In 1954 her family moved to Maple Heights, Ohio where she would graduate from high school in 1970.  She...

May 9, 2022

Mary (Braxmeier) Calkins, 99, passed away on Monday, May 9, 2022 at The Hudson Grande in Hudson, OH.  She was born in Philadelphia, PA on July 14, 1922 to the late John and Marie (McConaghy) Braxmeier and grew up in New Jersey.  Mary spent many years employed as a medical assistant.  She was a member of the National Society...

May 8, 2022

Jacqueline “Jackie” Woodring, 87, passed away peacefully at the Gardens of Cuyahoga Falls on Sunday, May 8, 2022 at 9:40 P.M., with her family by her side.

She grew up in Brady Lake, as the only child to Dudley and Hazel (Jones) Weaver. She later returned and purchased her family home from her parents in the mid...

May 6, 2022

Harold B. DuBois, 63, of Kent, died peacefully surrounded by family on Friday, May 6, 2022. Hal was born on October 10, 1958 in Ravenna, OH, to Fredric and Marilyn (Grove) DuBois. He was raised in Kent and graduated from Theodore Roosevelt High School in 1977. He went on to receive his Bachelor’s degree from Denison University in 1981...

May 4, 2022

Gregory Dennis Quier, age 65, of Garrettsville, OH, died on Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at UH Portage Medical Center. He was born June 30, 1956 in Ravenna, OH to Donald and Barbara (Dennis) Quier.

Greg was a lover of the outdoors. Especially at “the Palace” where he would be enjoying four-wheeling with friends, having target practice on...