Obituaries for Bissler & Sons' Funeral Home and Crematory

Jul 31, 2020

Dan Tronge, 79, of Kent passed away suddenly Friday, July 31, 2020.

Born with his twin brother, Don, on January 16, 1941. Dan and Don often used their twin likeness to cause a bit of light-hearted trouble.

Dan married Gloria Gambaccini in 1963; they were married 52 years before Gloria passed in 2016....

Jul 29, 2020

Theodore Otto Pausch, age 82, of Streetsboro, died on Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at UH Portage Medical Center.

Theodore was born February 26, 1938 in Cleveland, to Otto and Anna (Eich) Pausch.  He loved to work on and drive vintage cars.  Theodore enjoyed going to Car Cruise Ins with his wife Julia, in his 51’ Lincoln Convertible. ...

Jul 28, 2020

John 14:18-19

“I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you.

Before long, the world will not see me anymore, but you will see me.

Because I live, you also will live.”

Mr. Ronald B. Stanley of Kent...

Jul 28, 2020

Richard Lee (Ricky) Little Jr., 55, passed away at his home in Ravenna, Ohio on July 28, 2020.

He was born in Akron, Ohio on Decemeber 30, 1964 to Richard Lee Little Sr and Sharon Little.

He is survived by his Wife, Melissa Little; Daughter, Angel Lee; Brother, Jason Little (Brandy); Sister in law Melissa...

Jul 27, 2020

Virginia MaBele Gorder, age 76, of Streetsboro, died on Monday, July 27, 2020 at Akron General Medical Center.

Virginia was born January 20, 1944 in St. Paul, MN to Lenhart and Verie (Miller) Maas.  She taught music in Milwaukee, then in 1973 she worked at the University of Illinois Music Library.  She served as an officer with...

Jul 27, 2020

LaVonne Marie “Bonnie” Dunaway, age 70, of Kent, was called home to be with her Savior Monday, July 27, 2020.

Bonnie was born June 9, 1950 in Ravenna, to Antonio and Ernestine (Young) Dunaway.  She was currently a member of Mount Calvary Baptist Church in Akron and previously was a member of Spelman Chapel AME Church in...

Jul 26, 2020

Harry Noden, 77, died July 26th, 2020, with his family by his side, overlooking the pond he had spent countless hours fishing and across from his office where he authored a bestselling book. He was born November 10th, 1942 in Turtle Creek, PA.

Harry was a long time English middle school teacher in the Hudson School District,...

Jul 26, 2020

Ronald Lee Hintz, age 82, of Kent, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, July 26, 2020.

Ronald was born November 18, 1937 in Marshfield, WI to Paul and Alvina (Wegner) Hintz.

He was the manager of Tallmadge A&W for 45 years with his wife Lois. Enjoyed all the employees that worked for them over...

Jul 23, 2020

Robert Norbert Paradis, age 85, of Stow, died unexpectedly from recent surgery on Thursday, July 23, 2020 at Cleveland Clinic Akron General Medical Center.

Robert was born June 23, 1935 in Akron, to Napoleon and Adele (Cote) Paradis.

Devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Served 6 years in the U.S. Army during Korean War era. ...

Jul 19, 2020

Gregory Smith, age 57, of Deerfield Township died on July 19, 2020. He was born December 27, 1962 to parents James H. and Joan Harriet Smith. Greg proudly served as a transportation controller in the United States Air Force and later went on to serve over 30 dedicated years at Cardinal Berry Packaging in Aurora, OH.

Greg...

Jul 18, 2020

The world lost a beautiful person on Saturday, July 18, 2020. Christine Ann (Lesnak) Neff, 58, of Kent passed away peacefully at home.

Born in Mantua on July 30th, 1961 to George and Nancy Lesnak.

If you’ve ever had a ride at the Akron Zoo on the ponies, Chris was probably your helper. Chris volunteered...

Jul 13, 2020

Dottie Overton, age 86, of Kent, passed away peacefully surrounded by her children at home on Monday, July 13, 2020.

Dottie was born May 30, 1934 in Slab Camp, WV to John and Catharine (Crislip) Pringle.

Dottie loved her weekend trips throughout Ohio and surrounding states with her beloved niece, Louise Regenos.  She truly enjoyed...

Jul 12, 2020

Christine V. MacKeown, age 70, entered into heaven July 12.

Chris was one of the kindest, strongest, bravest and most giving people you would ever want to meet.  She always put the needs of others before herself.  She had a genuine gift to understand and improve the lives of children with developmental disabilities and their families.

Jul 11, 2020

Deborah Mae Eisentraut, age 94, of Kent, died on Saturday, July 11, 2020 at UH Portage Medical Center.

Deborah was born January 8, 1926 in Akron, to Joseph and Florence (Busch) Cresty.  She was a member of the First Freedom Baptist Church in Brimfield.  Deborah was a member of the Stitchers Club, volunteered as a cook at...

Jul 11, 2020

Randall L. Llewellyn, 66, of Streetsboro, passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2020 at UH Portage Medical Center after a six-year battle with cancer.

He was born January 30, 1954 in Ravenna to Noah J and Dora M. (Guthier) Llewellyn. Randy was a graduate of Theodore Roosevelt High School in Kent. Randy’s love was construction! He was...

Jul 8, 2020

Sandra L. Rastle, age 66, of Kent, died on Wednesday, July 8, 2020 at her residence.

Sandra was born September 21, 1953 in Ravenna, to John and Lillian (Rhodes) Corley.  She was a member of Faith United Methodist Church in Brimfield.  Sandy liked history and studying the Civil War.

She is survived by her husband...

Jul 7, 2020

Jennifer "Jip" Lee Smith

1973-2020

On July 7, 2020 our world stopped, not because of COVID, protests, riots or Government, but because we lost a light in our lives that shined so bright, we believed nothing in this world could put it out. Jennifer was born July 18, 1973 to Rex and Lynda Bailey. Her...

Jul 7, 2020

Rita Mae Schmolke 78 of Gilbert, Arizona, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 7, 2020, after fighting a courageous battle of cancer for the last several years.  She was born on January 17, 1942, in Akron, to John Harmon and Emma (Jones) Eiseman.  Rita grew up in Brimfield and graduated from Kent State High School and Bohecker’s Business College.  ...

Jul 7, 2020

Norman Johnson, age 87, of Kent, passed away at home surrounded by family on Tuesday, July 7, 2020.

Norman was born November 22nd, 1932 in Kent, to John and Dora (Lewis) Johnson Sr.

He is survived by his wife, Vicki Johnson; son, Michael Johnson; daughter Lisa (Roger) Humphrey; step-daughter, Anita Clark; 10 grandchildren; brother, William...

Jul 1, 2020

Richard D Worthing

A Celebration of Life for Richard D Worthing (1943-2020) will be held on Saturday, October 16, 1:00 p.m. in Ludwig Recital Hall in The Glauser School of Music, Kent State University.  University covid protocols will be followed.

Dick was born in Castalia, Ohio.   He received degrees from Kent State University and Michigan...