Obituaries for Bissler & Sons' Funeral Home and Crematory

Feb 14, 2022

Randall Routh, 64, of Mogadore, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, February 14th, 2022.  He was born in Ellet, Ohio on July 31, 1957 to the late Watson Lee Routh and Marjorie Routh. Randall was a graduate of Ellet High School and took pride in his life’s work as a bricklayer until his recent retirement.

Randall...

Feb 13, 2022

Andrea “Andy” Bernadine Lee, age 65, of Kent, departed to be with the Lord and her parents on February 13, 2022.

Andy leaves to cherish her memory, sisters Valerie Barksdale of Kent, Ohio and Thomasine Collier (John) of Euclid, Ohio. Sister-In-Law JoAnn Barksdale (Arthur) of Phoenix, Arizona. Andy leaves 8 nieces and nephews, 23 grandnieces and nephews,...

Feb 13, 2022

Nicholas Alan Oostdyk, 41, of Newton Falls, passed away, unexpectedly, on Sunday, February 13, 2022.  He was born in Bermuda on February 6, 1981 and was a 1999 graduate of Southeast High School.  Nick proudly served in the United States Air Force for 10 years earning the rank of Staff Sergeant.  During his time in the military, he was...

Feb 12, 2022

William J. “Bill” Anderson, 97, of Kent died on Saturday, February 12, 2022.  Bill had been in declining health since the death of his wife Oleta on January 4, 2020, and he had been living at home with his son.

Bill was born in Randolph, Ohio to Thomas and Evelyn (File) Anderson on December 2, 1924.  He...

Feb 9, 2022

Rodney Knauss, 61, of Westlake, OH passed away on Wednesday, February 9, 2022.  He was born in Bethlehem, PA on June 30, 1960 to the late Carl and Marie Knauss.

Rodney was a 1978 graduate of Kent Roosevelt High School and was employed as a manager in food service.  He enjoyed working in his yard, landscaping and...

Feb 6, 2022

Lillian Janet Picelle, age 101, passed with her Angels at her side, Sunday, February 6, peacefully in her sleep. Lillian was a lifelong resident of the area, growing up and initially living in Kent and moving later to the Rootstown area.

Lillian was born on March 1st, 1920 and was the daughter of Charles and Julie Pacic....

Feb 4, 2022

Wanda Jean Anderson, 98, of Kent, passed away on Friday, February 4, 2022 at Hillcrest Hospital.  She was born in Kincaid, IL on December 27, 1923 to the late John and Margaret Crocker and was a 1943 graduate of Lakewood High School.

She lived in California for several years, where she was employed as a real estate...

Feb 4, 2022

Elsie Lucile Rotondo, age 96, of Kent, OH died on Friday, February 4, 2022 surrounded by family at her home.

Elsie was born July 4, 1925 in Birch River, WV to George and Leatha (Riddle) Roberts.

Per her wishes there will be no services. Cremation in care of Bissler & Sons Funeral Home and Crematory....

Feb 2, 2022

Dale Lynn Monroe, 74, of Kent, OH, passed away on February 2, 2022.  He is once again reunited with the love of his life, Marilyn.  Dale was born on July 18, 1947 to Kress and Georgia (Warner) Monroe in Cleveland, OH.  He grew up on a farm in Hiram, OH, Pioneer Trail Orchard.

He met his future...

Feb 1, 2022

Suzanne White (nee Garl) age 81, of Streetsboro, Ohio passed away on February 1, 2022, in the loving arms of her husband. She was born on October 11, 1940, in Akron, Ohio to the late Tom and Vivian (Favors) Garl.

Beloved wife of 55 years to Fred C. White; loving Mother of Kathleen (Matthew) Moore, Heather (Leonard...

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...