Obituaries for Bissler & Sons' Funeral Home and Crematory

Mar 6, 2020

Charles L. Kilby

Charles L. Kilby, age 76, of Aurora, died on Friday, March 6, 2020 at The Avenue of Aurora.

Charles was born November 9, 1943 in Bainbridge, to Neal and Frances Kilby.  Charles retired from the City of Chagrin Falls after 28 years of service, where he worked for...

Mar 2, 2020

Benny V. Colecchi, age 83, passed away on March 2, 2020, at The Kent Ridge Senior Living Community, in Kent, Ohio, after a courageous battle with cancer over many years.  Benny was a proud member of the United States Army and the United States Army Reserve.

Benny was born in Roccaraso, Italy on May 13, 1936, to...

Feb 27, 2020

James A. Hegedus, age 89, of Cuyahoga Falls, died on Thursday, February 27, 2020 at his home.

James was born February 8, 1931 in Aurora, to John and Julia (Dorfel) Hegedus.  He was a member of the Kent Presbyterian Church.  Jim was a veteran of the Air Force during the Korean War.  Jim retired from the Ford...

Feb 22, 2020

Ethan L. Walker, age 18, of Kent, passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2020.

Ethan was born December 2, 2001 in Columbus to Justin and Lydia (Conner) Walker.

He is survived by his Father, Justin Walker, and Mother, Lydia Walker.

Calling hours for family and friends will be held on Monday, March 2nd,...

Feb 19, 2020

Elizabeth A. Layman, age 87, of Cuyahoga Falls, died on Wednesday, February 19, 2020 at Bath Creek Nursing Estates.

Elizabeth was born July 19, 1932 in Kent to Lawrence and Olive (Scamahorn) Moon.

She is survived by sons, Jeff (Mary Kay) Sizemore, and Kevin Sizemore; daughter-in-law, Patti Layman; grandchildren, Kevin (Kristin) Layman, Cody Sizemore, David...

Feb 18, 2020

David L. Pangallo, 73, of Kent, OH and Bonita Springs, FL, passed away on Tuesday, February 18, at home. He was born on September 28, 1946, in Franklin, PA, to the late Katherine and Ross Pangallo. Dave retired in 2006 after a nearly 40-year career with Schneller. Dave loved life and fought a tough battle with cancer this past...

Feb 17, 2020

Carla Jean Bednar, age 60, of Ravenna, died on Monday, February 17, 2020 at UH Portage Medical Center.

Carla was born October 13, 1959 in Ravenna, to Alfred and Jeane H. (Hall) Space.

Class of 1978 from Ravenna High School.  Devoted wife and mother that loved cooking, crocheting, writing. Member of Turning Point Baptist Church...

Feb 15, 2020

Walter Edward Wortman, age 85, of Kent, died on Saturday, February 15, 2020 at UH Portage Medical Center.

Walter was born July 28, 1934 in Bellaire, to John and Laura (Glasgow) Wortman.  He retired from the CIty of Kent Central Maintenance Department after 30 years of service and at Hershberger's Plaza Auto for many years.  Walt was...

Feb 15, 2020

Mary Alice Bolotin passed away peacefully on February 15, 2020, surrounded by her loving family, after a protracted battle with dementia. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fredric Bolotin, and her mother and father, James and Alice Stewart. She is survived by her brother and sister-in-law Donald and Susan Stewart, sons Scott, Todd, and Kurt Bolotin, as...

Feb 13, 2020

James Robert VandenBoom, age 61, of Kent, died on Thursday, February 13, 2020 at his home.

James was born May 23, 1958 in East Cleveland, to Robert and Patricia VandenBoom.  He graduated from Shaker Heights High School, earned his BFA in Sculpture from Cleveland Institute of Art in 1983 and a Master’s Degree from Kent State University...

Feb 12, 2020

Janet and Larry Shanley Together Again

Janet Marie Shanley remarkable mother of 8, age 81, of Stow, OH, passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2020 at Stow-Glen Retirement Village in the comfort of her family.

Janet was born March 1, 1938 in Ravenna, OH to Glenn and Mary (Hurst) Burridge and raised her family in...

Feb 11, 2020

Margaret L. “Peg” Hansen Crapo, age 75, of Kent, died peacefully at home on Tuesday, February 11, 2020, with family by her side.

Peg was born June 16, 1944 in Ravenna, to Louis "Kelly" and Virginia (Thomas) Hansen.  Peg was an avid crafter and enjoyed traveling and teaching crafting at various shows and conventions.  She was a...

Feb 8, 2020

Irma Colpo, 94, passed away Saturday, February 8th of natural causes.

Born in Bakerton Pennsylvania, the third daughter of Frederick and Carmella (Stanga) Pozzini, she lived a long life, full of simple joy and laughter. She gave generously to family and friends as well as to those less fortunate, who never knew of her kindness but benefited...

Feb 5, 2020

On February 5th, we lost an American hero when First Sergeant Donald Thomas Longfield died in Ravenna. He was born in El Dorado, AR to parents Thomas and Frances Anne Longfield. Don was a highly decorated career soldier who dedicated his entire life to service in the U.S. Army and the U.S. Army National Guard. He spent over 30...

Feb 3, 2020

Frederick D. Joy, age 63, of Atwater, OH, died on Monday, February 3, 2020.

Fred was born March 23, 1956, the son of Rev. Herndon and Imogene (Steele) Joy.  He grew up in Brady Lake, moving to Edinburg Township after marriage to raise his family.

Fred had battled renal disease since 1994. With much help...

Feb 2, 2020

Samuel Jones Jr., age 74, of Streetsboro, died on Sunday, February 2, 2020 at The Gardens at Liberty Park.

Samuel was born April 1, 1945 in Weston, WV to Samuel Jones and Annabelle (Heckert) Platt.

He is survived by his sons, Samuel G. Jones, and Erik E. Jones; his granddaughters Madeline Gehlen Jones; and Kathleen...

Jan 30, 2020

Rachel T. Paulus, age 44, of Windham, died on Thursday, January 30, 2020 at UH Portage Medical Center.

Rachel was born May 22, 1975 in Ravenna, to John Paulus and Cathy Brant.  Thank you to Hattie Larlham, their representative Crystal Henderson and Betsy Orth from the Portage County Development and Disabilities for providing care and services to...

Jan 30, 2020

Gary Wayne Coleman, age 62, of Ravenna, died on Thursday, January 30, 2020 at UH Portage Medical Center.

Gary was born March 3, 1957 in Ravenna, to Curtis and Grace (Stark) Coleman.

He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Vanita Gale Coleman; sons, Ben Coleman and Jack Coleman; parents, Curtis and Grace (Stark)...

Jan 25, 2020

Matthew “Matt the Hat” A. Chionchio, age 91, of Ravenna, died on Saturday, January 25, 2020 in Summa Akron City Hospital Hospice.

Matthew was born August 16, 1928 in Ravenna, Ohio to Joseph and Leta (Naturale) Chionchio.  Matt was a first generation American with his parents having emigrated from Vieste, Italy.

Mr. Chionchio was an...

Jan 18, 2020

William "Bill" S. Krise II, age 39, of Seagrove, NC, died on Saturday, January 18, 2020 at his home.

Bill was born August 21, 1980 in Ravenna, to Daniel R. and Karen (Morgan) Krise.  He was a veteran of the U.S. Army Airborne and was deployed to Iraq twice and the Phillipines.  Along with his service dog...