Obituaries for Bissler & Sons' Funeral Home and Crematory

Feb 1, 2022

Charles “Lucas” Chapman Stehney passed away unexpectedly on February 1, 2022, at the age of 24.

Lucas was born on April 8, 1997, at home in Kent, Ohio to the loving parents Melissa A. Chapman and Charles W. Stehney.

He was a 2015 graduate of Kent Roosevelt High School where he met many mentors and...

Jan 30, 2022

On January 30, 2022, Kathy A. (Diltz) Sitko, age 72, of Barberton, was welcomed into the loving arms of Jesus.

Kathy was born July 11, 1949 in Ravenna, to Garth and Ann (Amodio) Diltz, who preceded her in death.

She leaves to mourn her loving husband Edward Sitko; daughters, Michele Carson, and Jess (Mike) Sanborn;...

Jan 29, 2022

Dennis A. Lowther, 62, of Kent, Ohio passed away peacefully Saturday, January 29, 2022, due to complications from Covid-19 at Kent Healthcare where he had been a resident for three years. He was born October 23, 1959 in Ravenna, Ohio to David R. and Millicent (Clark) Lowther who preceded him in death.

Denny was thrilled to have...

Jan 28, 2022

Richard E. “Dick” Rhoads passed away on January 28, 2022, at the age of 89, following a brief illness.

As a boy, Dick won the soap box derby in 1947. He was a graduate of Kent Roosevelt High School and went on to college, before joining the Army. Dick was honorably discharged as a sergeant.

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Jan 28, 2022

Judith M. Adamek, 85, passed away at home, January 28, 2022, surrounded by her loving family. Judy was born on July 11, 1936 to Frank and Marion Perkinson and raised in Buffalo, NY. A graduate of Sacred Heart Academy, she met the love of her life, Raymond J. Adamek, on a blind date while studying nursing at D’Youville College....

Jan 25, 2022

Bonnie Zingery Jewell, age 62, of Kent, passed away Tuesday, January 25, 2022 at home.

Bonnie was born February 22, 1959 in Cuyahoga Falls, to the late George and Cora (Mumaw) Zingery.

She is survived by her husband of 41 years, Dean Jewell; daughter, Steffanie (Adam) DeWitte; grandson Quentin; son, Zackary Jewell (Michael); sister and...

Jan 23, 2022

Sue Gambaccini Briers, died peacefully, Sunday evening, January 23, 2022.  She was born on January 28, 1922 and passed just days from her 100th birthday.  Sue lived her entire life in Kent.  She was the daughter of Angelo and Fermina Gambaccini and will be missed by her one living brother, Dante (Rosemary) Gambaccini.  Three brothers and their wives are...

Jan 17, 2022

Michael Thomas Zimmerman, 64, of Randolph passed away unexpectedly on Monday, January 17, 2022 at UH Portage Medical Center. Michael was born July 22, 1957 in Ravenna, to the late, William Roland and Patricia Ann (Pahls) Zimmerman. He proudly retired in 2011 from Kent State University with 30 years of service. He later worked seasonally with the Randolph Fair...

Jan 12, 2022

Michael Edward Ruscin, Jr., age 75, of Aurora died surrounded by family on Wednesday, January 12, 2022, at his home.

Michael was born on July 11, 1946, in Cleveland, to the late Michael and Mary (Piazza) Ruscin Sr.

He is survived by his wife, Miyoko (Suzuki) Ruscin; daughter, Holly (fiance James) Paterniti; half-brother to Mark...

Jan 12, 2022

Harry George died of natural causes at his daughter's home at the age of 103.

Mr. George was born in Kent, Ohio the 30th of June 1918. He enlisted in the Marine Corp in 1942 and serviced aircraft of Marine Fighter Squadron VMF217 aboard the escort carriers USS Barnes, USS Santee, USS Nassau and HMS Rajah and...

Jan 12, 2022

Carol A.”Goody” Gooch Lockhart, 87, of Kent, passed away on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at University Hospitals Portage Medical Center.  She was born on June 23, 1934 in Ravenna to the late Raymond and Ruth Eleanor Gooch.

She graduated from Kent State University with a degree in Elementary Education.  Carol was a first grade teacher at Hudson...

Jan 10, 2022

Robert W. Egdell, M.D., 78, of Kent, passed away on January 10, 2022. He was born in Mount Vernon, New York, on December 26, 1943 to Margaret (Wray) and Norman Egdell.

In addition to his parents, Dr. Egdell was preceded in death by his in-laws, Beth and Nelson Clor and infant son, James Scott. He is survived...

Jan 10, 2022

Robert W. Egdell, M.D., 78, passed away on January 10, 2022.  He was born on December 26, 1943 to Margaret (Wray) and Norman Egdell in Mount Vernon, New York.

Dr. Egdell was a graduate of Ohio Wesleyan University in 1965 and Sidney Kimmel Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1969.  He completed his...

Jan 6, 2022

Janet V. Gyoker, age 84, of Brimfield, passed away with her family by her side on Thursday, January 6, 2022 at Summa Akron City Hospital.

Janet was born September 7, 1937 in Akron, to the late Josef and Katherine (Nagy) Toth.

She was a High School graduate of Copley.  A member of St. Peter of...

Jan 5, 2022

David Allen Schlarb, 76, of Kent, passed away on Wednesday, January 5, 2022 in the comfort of his home.  He was born in Ravenna, OH on May 28, 1945 to the late Frank and Luella (Derhammer) Schlarb and was a graduate of Kent Roosevelt High School.

David proudly served in the United States Navy from 1966-1973.  He...

Jan 5, 2022

Donald Fiser, 92, of Rootstown, passed away on Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at Kent Ridge Assisted Living.  He was born in Greene, OH on December 4, 1929 to the late Elva Gale and Louella Fiser.

Donald earned bachelor’s degrees from both Penn State University and Kent State University.  He proudly enlisted in the United States Army in...

Jan 2, 2022

Robert Blake Fischer, 54 of Kent, OH, passed away Sunday, January 02, 2022. Rob is survived by his wife Jennifer Fischer, his three, beautiful daughters Kayla, Kassidy, and Mallory. His mother Judith Ann, sisters Nicole J. Voinovich (Vic Jr. and their two children, Victor III and Kael), Heather Michelle (Ron Schreckengost Jr.). Rob was preceded in death by his...

2022

MARK F McGRAW, age 70, of Aurora OH passed on December 25, 2022.

Adored husband of Mary Ann U McGraw for 46 wonderful years. Devoted brother of Deborah McGraw/brother-in-law, Todd Strasser. Preceded in death by dear parents, Colleen and Robert McGraw.

His humble way of putting others first will be so missed. Private family memorial....

2022

On Tuesday, October 4th, 2022, Katherina "Katt" Marie (Bird) Hutko, loving mother, sister, daughter and aunt passed away at age fifty-seven from a short battle with pancreatic cancer.

Katt was a person who spent her life loving her family and friends. She was always at family functions trying to socialize with everyone, making sure everyone felt seen...

2022

Captain Robert Nottingham “Super Duck” Tracy, USN Retired, passed away peacefully in Copley, Ohio on Monday, August 29, 2022 at the age of 80.

Bob was born in Beverly Hills to Robert Noyes Tracy and Margaret Bonney Tracy. While in high school he achieved the Rank of Eagle Scout with Boy Scout Troop 176. Bob attended the...