Obituaries
Obituaries for Bissler & Sons' Funeral Home and Crematory
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones
Clarence “C.W.” Wayne Kovarik
Feb 14, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Clarence “C.W.” Wayne Kovarik, age 84, of Kent, OH, a proud veteran of the United States Air Force, on Friday, February 14, 2025 at KentRidge Senior Living.
C.W. was born February 9, 1941 in Cleveland, OH to the late Emil and Zana (Smith) Kovarik.
He faced challenges head-on and was known...
Edna Fulper
Feb 9, 2025
Edna Fulper, 100, of Kent, passed away on Sunday, February 9, 2025. She was born in Walker, WV on August 1, 1924 to the late Aldine and Elsie Scott. Edna was a member of Southeast Church of the Nazarene and attended Kent Church of the Nazarene. She was very active in the Nazarene Mission Society and went on Mission trips...
Ronald Rivett
Feb 7, 2025
Ron Rivett – A Life Well Lived
If you’re reading this, it means I have left this wonderful earth and have been reunited with my parents, Harry and Colletta Rivett, in Heaven. I’m also with my Lord and Savior, basking in the peace and grace of eternal life. While my time here has come to an end, I want you to...
Frank Battaglia
Feb 6, 2025
Frank Battaglia, age 62, of Kent, OH, passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2025 surrounded by family and friends.
Frank was born December 24, 1962 in Akron, OH to the late Nicholas J. and Elizabeth (DiLauro) Battaglia.
His joyful smile and his love for all the people who surrounded him made it a better place each day. He loved to play cards,...
Tatyana Bystrova-McIntyre
Feb 2, 2025
Tatyana Yuryevna Bystrova-McIntyre, also known by some as Tanya McIntyre, aged 47, born April 25, 1977, in Tver, Russia, passed away in her home in Hudson, OH, over the weekend of February 1, 2025.
Tanya was a Professor in the Modern and Classical Languages Department at Kent State University teaching mainly classes in Russian but also many other classes not related...
Dorothy Adele Markley
Jan 31, 2025
Dorothy Adele Markley, 94, of Kent, passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025 in the comfort of her home, with her family by her side. She was born in Erie, PA on May 13, 1930 to the late John and Mary Nicholes.
Dorothy was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church and the VFW Ladies Auxiliary. She enjoyed leather crafting and...
Joyce Elaine Riley
Jan 31, 2025
Joyce Elaine Riley, age 85, of Ravenna, OH, passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025.
Joyce was born May 19,1939 in Elyria, OH to Carl and Marjorie (Conover) Niemeyer.
Joyce will be remembered for her quick wit, boundless generosity, and unwavering love for those around her. She had a gift for bringing people together, serving as the heart and soul of her...
Deborah Sue Shepherd
Jan 30, 2025
Deborah Sue Shepherd, a beloved member of our community, passed away on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at UH Portage Medical Center. She was 72 years old.
Deborah was born on May 8, 1952, in Ravenna, Ohio, to James and Ruth (Eckert) Shepherd Sr.
Her passion for kids and animals was evident throughout her life, as she dedicated decades to being a 4-H...
Michael A. Bise
Jan 27, 2025
Michael Alan Bise, 64, of Ravenna, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, January 27, 2025. He was born in Columbus, OH on January 24, 1961 to Bob Waltenbaugh and Mary “Mitzie” Bise.
Michael proudly served in the United States Marine Corps from 1980 to 1988. Some of his employers include: Boeing, Transdigm, Inc., Aerocontrolex, Argo Tech Corp. and Eaton Industrial Corp, where...
Jason M. Cushing
Jan 25, 2025
Jason M. Cushing, 42, of Streetsboro, passed away, unexpectedly, on Saturday, January 25, 2025. He was born in St. Louis, MO on November 24, 1982. Jason was employed as a supervisor with NOVO Health Services in Ravenna, formerly Paris Linen, and more recently was employed with Cleveland Steel Corporation.
Jason was an avid bowler, enjoyed camping, scaring people and detailing cars....
June D. Dressel
Jan 24, 2025
Kent - June D. Dressel, 96, passed away January 24, 2025 with her son Don by her side.
Born in Hartville, she was a lifetime area resident and a member of the United Methodist Church. June was a single mother who took on both parental responsibilities after the early death of her husband. She was a devoted and doting grandmother, a...
Daniel Joseph Schetz
Jan 23, 2025
Daniel Joseph Schetz, 78, of Cuyahoga Falls, OH, passed away 1 month before from his 79th birthday, from a short battle with liver cancer, surrounded by his family on Thursday, January 23, 2025 at his home.
Daniel was born February 15, 1946 in Akron, OH to Harold and Marguerite (Neuroth) Schetz.
Dan was a devoted husband, father and grandfather who always put...
Shirley Betkoski
Jan 22, 2025
Shirley (Erdos) Betkoski, 87, of Kent passed away on January 22, 2025.
She was born July 4, 1937, in Stow, the middle child of the late William and Mary Erdos (Liptak). Her family is steeped in the history of Stow. Her grandmother was one of the last private owners of the house presently known as the Heritage House now located on...
Sondra M. Cooney
Jan 20, 2025
Sondra M. Cooney, age 88, of Kent, OH, passed away on Monday, January 20, 2025 at Akron General Medical Center.
Sondra was born May 31, 1936 in Mount Vernon, OH to the late Wilbert and Orpha (Kaylor) Miley. She grew up primarily in Ashland, OH.
Sondra graduated from Manchester College in 1958. She went on to earn an M.A. in English from...
Jacqueline "Jackie" Bridgewater
Jan 19, 2025
Jacqueline “Jackie” Bridgewater, 75, of Kent, passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2025 at the Hospice of the Western Reserve Care Center in Medina.
She was born in South Bend, IN on August 31, 1949 to the late Jack and Evelyn Andrews. Jackie was a longtime member of Bean Blossom Mennonite Church in Indiana and attended, the Church of the Brethren...
Pamela A. Wolford
Jan 19, 2025
Pamela A. Wolford, age 72, of Kent, OH, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, January 19, 2025 at her home.
Pamela was born August 30, 1952 in Ravenna, OH to the late Alvin and Rose (Slama) Bachtel. She grew up in Kent and graduated from Kent Roosevelt High School. She pursued higher education with dedication, earning a Bachelors degree...
Dale K. Painter
Jan 19, 2025
Dale Painter, 61, of Stow, passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2025.
Dale was born in Cleveland on December 3,1963, the son of Veronica and Kenneth Painter of Streetsboro, Ohio. He was a resident of Stow for the past 39 years.
Dale was an interesting person, being a jack of all trades. He could fix or build anything. He had many hobbies...
Margaret S. Arnold
Jan 17, 2025
Margaret S. Arnold, 72, of Lakemore Village, formerly of Peninsula, passed away on Friday, January 17, 2025. She was born in Cleveland on August 14, 1952 to the late Robert L. and Charlotte C. Arnold and was a graduate of Woodridge High School. Margaret went on to earn her Masters Degree in Library Science from Kent State University. She proudly...
Dr. Pedro B. Montemayor
Jan 16, 2025
Pedro B. Montemayor, Jr., age 93, of Kent, OH, passed away surrounded by family on Thursday, January 16, 2025.
Pedro was born November 24, 1931, in the Philippines to the late Pedro and Juana (Bolinas) Montemayor. He graduated from Manila Central University, School of Medicine in the Philippines in April of 1956. He began practicing in the Philippines before traveling to...
Linda Roebke
Jan 14, 2025
Linda Kay Roebke, 83, passed away in Kent on January 14. She was born in Loveland, Colorado on June 27, 1941, to Melvin and Neva Meier. She spent her childhood in Johnstown and Colorado Springs before moving to Denver.
Linda graduated from Wheatridge High School in 1959. It was there that she met her husband, Andy Roebke. They married in 1962...
Clarence “C.W.” Wayne Kovarik
Feb 14, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Clarence “C.W.” Wayne Kovarik, age 84, of Kent, OH, a proud veteran of the United States Air Force, on Friday, February 14, 2025 at KentRidge Senior Living.
C.W. was born February 9, 1941 in Cleveland, OH to the late Emil and Zana (Smith) Kovarik.
He faced challenges head-on and was known...
Edna Fulper
Feb 9, 2025
Edna Fulper, 100, of Kent, passed away on Sunday, February 9, 2025. She was born in Walker, WV on August 1, 1924 to the late Aldine and Elsie Scott. Edna was a member of Southeast Church of the Nazarene and attended Kent Church of the Nazarene. She was very active in the Nazarene Mission Society and went on Mission trips...
Ronald Rivett
Feb 7, 2025
Ron Rivett – A Life Well Lived
If you’re reading this, it means I have left this wonderful earth and have been reunited with my parents, Harry and Colletta Rivett, in Heaven. I’m also with my Lord and Savior, basking in the peace and grace of eternal life. While my time here has come to an end, I want you to...
Frank Battaglia
Feb 6, 2025
Frank Battaglia, age 62, of Kent, OH, passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2025 surrounded by family and friends.
Frank was born December 24, 1962 in Akron, OH to the late Nicholas J. and Elizabeth (DiLauro) Battaglia.
His joyful smile and his love for all the people who surrounded him made it a better place each day. He loved to play cards,...
Tatyana Bystrova-McIntyre
Feb 2, 2025
Tatyana Yuryevna Bystrova-McIntyre, also known by some as Tanya McIntyre, aged 47, born April 25, 1977, in Tver, Russia, passed away in her home in Hudson, OH, over the weekend of February 1, 2025.
Tanya was a Professor in the Modern and Classical Languages Department at Kent State University teaching mainly classes in Russian but also many other classes not related...
Dorothy Adele Markley
Jan 31, 2025
Dorothy Adele Markley, 94, of Kent, passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025 in the comfort of her home, with her family by her side. She was born in Erie, PA on May 13, 1930 to the late John and Mary Nicholes.
Dorothy was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church and the VFW Ladies Auxiliary. She enjoyed leather crafting and...
Joyce Elaine Riley
Jan 31, 2025
Joyce Elaine Riley, age 85, of Ravenna, OH, passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025.
Joyce was born May 19,1939 in Elyria, OH to Carl and Marjorie (Conover) Niemeyer.
Joyce will be remembered for her quick wit, boundless generosity, and unwavering love for those around her. She had a gift for bringing people together, serving as the heart and soul of her...
Deborah Sue Shepherd
Jan 30, 2025
Deborah Sue Shepherd, a beloved member of our community, passed away on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at UH Portage Medical Center. She was 72 years old.
Deborah was born on May 8, 1952, in Ravenna, Ohio, to James and Ruth (Eckert) Shepherd Sr.
Her passion for kids and animals was evident throughout her life, as she dedicated decades to being a 4-H...
Michael A. Bise
Jan 27, 2025
Michael Alan Bise, 64, of Ravenna, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, January 27, 2025. He was born in Columbus, OH on January 24, 1961 to Bob Waltenbaugh and Mary “Mitzie” Bise.
Michael proudly served in the United States Marine Corps from 1980 to 1988. Some of his employers include: Boeing, Transdigm, Inc., Aerocontrolex, Argo Tech Corp. and Eaton Industrial Corp, where...
Jason M. Cushing
Jan 25, 2025
Jason M. Cushing, 42, of Streetsboro, passed away, unexpectedly, on Saturday, January 25, 2025. He was born in St. Louis, MO on November 24, 1982. Jason was employed as a supervisor with NOVO Health Services in Ravenna, formerly Paris Linen, and more recently was employed with Cleveland Steel Corporation.
Jason was an avid bowler, enjoyed camping, scaring people and detailing cars....
June D. Dressel
Jan 24, 2025
Kent - June D. Dressel, 96, passed away January 24, 2025 with her son Don by her side.
Born in Hartville, she was a lifetime area resident and a member of the United Methodist Church. June was a single mother who took on both parental responsibilities after the early death of her husband. She was a devoted and doting grandmother, a...
Daniel Joseph Schetz
Jan 23, 2025
Daniel Joseph Schetz, 78, of Cuyahoga Falls, OH, passed away 1 month before from his 79th birthday, from a short battle with liver cancer, surrounded by his family on Thursday, January 23, 2025 at his home.
Daniel was born February 15, 1946 in Akron, OH to Harold and Marguerite (Neuroth) Schetz.
Dan was a devoted husband, father and grandfather who always put...
Shirley Betkoski
Jan 22, 2025
Shirley (Erdos) Betkoski, 87, of Kent passed away on January 22, 2025.
She was born July 4, 1937, in Stow, the middle child of the late William and Mary Erdos (Liptak). Her family is steeped in the history of Stow. Her grandmother was one of the last private owners of the house presently known as the Heritage House now located on...
Sondra M. Cooney
Jan 20, 2025
Sondra M. Cooney, age 88, of Kent, OH, passed away on Monday, January 20, 2025 at Akron General Medical Center.
Sondra was born May 31, 1936 in Mount Vernon, OH to the late Wilbert and Orpha (Kaylor) Miley. She grew up primarily in Ashland, OH.
Sondra graduated from Manchester College in 1958. She went on to earn an M.A. in English from...
Jacqueline "Jackie" Bridgewater
Jan 19, 2025
Jacqueline “Jackie” Bridgewater, 75, of Kent, passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2025 at the Hospice of the Western Reserve Care Center in Medina.
She was born in South Bend, IN on August 31, 1949 to the late Jack and Evelyn Andrews. Jackie was a longtime member of Bean Blossom Mennonite Church in Indiana and attended, the Church of the Brethren...
Pamela A. Wolford
Jan 19, 2025
Pamela A. Wolford, age 72, of Kent, OH, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, January 19, 2025 at her home.
Pamela was born August 30, 1952 in Ravenna, OH to the late Alvin and Rose (Slama) Bachtel. She grew up in Kent and graduated from Kent Roosevelt High School. She pursued higher education with dedication, earning a Bachelors degree...
Dale K. Painter
Jan 19, 2025
Dale Painter, 61, of Stow, passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2025.
Dale was born in Cleveland on December 3,1963, the son of Veronica and Kenneth Painter of Streetsboro, Ohio. He was a resident of Stow for the past 39 years.
Dale was an interesting person, being a jack of all trades. He could fix or build anything. He had many hobbies...
Margaret S. Arnold
Jan 17, 2025
Margaret S. Arnold, 72, of Lakemore Village, formerly of Peninsula, passed away on Friday, January 17, 2025. She was born in Cleveland on August 14, 1952 to the late Robert L. and Charlotte C. Arnold and was a graduate of Woodridge High School. Margaret went on to earn her Masters Degree in Library Science from Kent State University. She proudly...
Dr. Pedro B. Montemayor
Jan 16, 2025
Pedro B. Montemayor, Jr., age 93, of Kent, OH, passed away surrounded by family on Thursday, January 16, 2025.
Pedro was born November 24, 1931, in the Philippines to the late Pedro and Juana (Bolinas) Montemayor. He graduated from Manila Central University, School of Medicine in the Philippines in April of 1956. He began practicing in the Philippines before traveling to...
Linda Roebke
Jan 14, 2025
Linda Kay Roebke, 83, passed away in Kent on January 14. She was born in Loveland, Colorado on June 27, 1941, to Melvin and Neva Meier. She spent her childhood in Johnstown and Colorado Springs before moving to Denver.
Linda graduated from Wheatridge High School in 1959. It was there that she met her husband, Andy Roebke. They married in 1962...
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