Obituaries for Bissler & Sons' Funeral Home and Crematory

Jun 16, 2020

James "Jim" Russell Decker Reynolds, age 71, of Hudson, OH and formerly of Oberlin, OH and Syracuse, NY, died on Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at the Hudson Grande.

James "Jim" was born January 31, 1949 in Evanston, IL to Russell and Harriet (Decker) Reynolds.  Jim received his BA in Education from Syracuse University in 1971 and then...

Jun 13, 2020

Richard William McBride, age 79, of Kent, died on Saturday, June 13, 2020 at home.

Richard was born February 2, 1941 in Ravenna, to Gerald and Rose (Stadler) McBride.

Lifelong resident of Kent, Kent Roosevelt High School graduate of class of 1959.  U.S. Army Veteran of the Vietnam era.  He was an Active member of...

Jun 11, 2020

Martha "Marty" Sharp Lambert, 74, of Stow, passed away June 11, 2020.  Marty was born on May 28, 1946 in Cleveland to Victor and Martha (Hager) Kolson.

Marty worked at URS Consultants and as an administrator at Kent State University. After retiring from Kent State, Marty worked at Holy Trinity Church in Hudson for 7 years where...

Jun 11, 2020

Henry “Hank” Robert Wornoff Jr., age 72, of Kent, died on Thursday, June 11, 2020 at home surrounded by family.

Henry was born August, 1947 in Cleveland, to Henry and Florence (Irwin) Wornoff Sr.

He was first an educator in the Cleveland School system than a dedicated small business owner. He was an avid outdoorsman,...

Jun 7, 2020

Jean Laird Dolan Close, age 82, of Kent, died on Sunday, June 7, 2020 peacefully at her home.

Jean was born January 21, 1938 in Homestead, PA, the third of six children to Merle and Margaret Laird.

Jean attended Slippery Rock State teachers college, graduated in 1958, and taught in West Mifflin, PA for 6...

Jun 7, 2020

Ann Grace Dodds, 63, of Kent, Ohio passed away on Sunday, June 7th.

Ann was born October 8, 1956 to Stanley and Grace Drongowski, one of eight siblings. She worked as a perinatal nurse with Summa Health System for over 30 years. She was compassionate, empathetic and found fulfillment in being trusted with the care of expectant...

Jun 7, 2020

Bill was an avid fisherman and hiker, who loved dogs, traveling and cooking. He passed away peacefully at his home in Brimfield on June 7th, surrounded by loved ones. Bill is survived by his wife of 43 years, Carole, his children Tori and Justin (Brandy), and his sister Linda (Haven), and many close family members and friends. His family...

Jun 6, 2020

Logan Kayden Carver, age 13, of Kent, died on June 6, 2020.

Logan was born February 6, 2007 in Ravenna, to Kelly and Tina (Doak) Carver.

He is survived by his mother, Tina Carver; and his sister, Lauren Carver.

Calling hours will be held Sunday, June 14th from 11 A.M. to 3 P.M....

Jun 5, 2020

Kelly Michael Carver, age 42, of Kent, died on June 5, 2020.

Kelly was born August 11,1977 in Ravenna, to Michael and Debby Carver Sr.

He is survived by his wife of 24 years together, Tina Carver; daughter, Lauren Carver, parents; Michael Carver Sr. and Debby Wells; and brother, Michael Carver Jr.

Calling...

Jun 3, 2020

Carl Henry Wolford, 93, joined his beloved wife, Louella, in the presence of the Lord on June 3, 2020.

Born December 16, 1926, to the late Roy and Rosa Wolford in Ligonier, PA, Carl was the fourth of eight children. He served as a decorated paratrooper in the Army 11th Airborne during orld

War II...

Jun 3, 2020

Maude Ellen Moore, 86, died peacefully at University Hospital in Hospice care on Wednesday, June 3, 2020. Born in Norton, VA, November 3, 1933 she was the daughter of John and Amanda Rockwell. Growing up in Wytheville Va., Ellen played trombone and basketball at George Wythe High School. After graduating top of her class from St. Margret’s School of...

May 31, 2020

Dorisolene Hagans, age 77, of Kent, died on Sunday, May 31, 2020 at Long Meadow Nursing Home.

Dorisolene was born December 10, 1942 in Red Fox, KY to Paris and Clella (Hagans) Hagans.  She was baptized at Cody Bible Church in Red Fox, KY in 1975 and served on the Kitchen Committee and sang in the choir. ...

May 31, 2020

Robert “Bob” Archibald Lansinger, Jr., age 61, of Kent, died on Sunday, May 31, 2020 at his home.

Robert was born July 21, 1958 in Ravenna, to Robert and Mabel (Riemenschneider) Lansinger.

Lifetime Kent resident, living in the house that his parents built as newlyweds in 1949. Graduate of Kent Roosevelt...

May 29, 2020

Carolyn Katherine Marquinez, age 81, of Hudson, died on Friday, May 29, 2020 at Hudson Grande.

Carolyn was born on November 23, 1938 in Akron, to Fred and Mary (Schauer) Gungle.

She received her degree in nursing from St. Thomas Hospital, School of Nursing. While a student, she met her future husband, Apolinario A. Marquinez,...

May 29, 2020

Patricia Swain, age 82, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on Friday, May 29, 2020.

Patricia was born April 22,1938 in Akron, to Charles and Grayce (Raber) Shufelt.

Patricia was ahead of her time and an example of strength raising her two daughters independently. She was admired for her spirit, feistiness and passion for life. She...

May 28, 2020

Walter Charles Knapp, age 95, entered eternal rest May 28th, 2020 in Hudson, OH. Born June 5, 1924 in Kent Ohio, he was the son of the late Frank and Bessie Knapp (nee Kline). Beloved husband of 64 years to the dream of his life, the late Thelma L. Knapp (nee Howe). He is survived by his children Cherie...

May 28, 2020

Earl D. Kilchenman passed away on May 28, 2020, at age 93.

Earl was the son of the late Ernest and Freda (Lahmers) Kilchenman, born in Stone Creek, Ohio. Earl was preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Rita (McManaway); son, David; brothers Ralph and Dale; wonderful longtime friend, Shirley Dubetz. He is survived by...

May 22, 2020

Richard Steven Hutterer; born September 11, 1953 in Szeged Hungary, passed away in UH Hospitals from cancer, and related complications on May 22, 2020.

Richard leaves behind his mother, Maria Belle Hutterer; his dear art school friend, and ex-wife, Heidi Horvath; and three sons, Theodore, Charles, and Adam. He was preceded in death by his father, Ferenc...

May 19, 2020

Randy M. Perkowski, age 66, of Cuyahoga Falls, died on Tuesday, May 19, 2020 at his home.

Randy was born March 11, 1954 in Ravenna, to Eugene and Margaret (Horvath) Perkowski.  He was a member of Chippewa Rifle Club, the International Benchrest Shooters and the National Benchrest Shooters Association.  Randy was a machinist who loved to build...

May 14, 2020

“I shall pass thru this world but once.”

Mary Agnes Sawyer, 95, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2020.

Agnes followed her dreams from a young age as a teacher of music.  She received both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Music from Kent State University, and taught both vocal and instrumental music in Conneaut...