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Margaret J Minor

Margaret Jean (Peggy Regallis) Minor passed away peacefully on May 16th, 2025, at her home in Cuyahoga Falls. Born in Akron, she graduated from St. Mary's High School and retired from Ohio Bell Telephone Company after a 47-year marriage to her late husband Daniel. Peggy was known for her passion for quilting, world travel, theater, and was affectionately called the "Beet Lady" locally. She maintained strong connections to her faith as a parishioner of St. Mary's and St. Joseph's, and is survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family members who will miss her fun-loving spirit and independent nature.

Creston P. McCumbers

Creston "Pete" McCumbers, a 68-year-old Wadsworth resident, passed away on May 15, 2025, following his battle with cancer. After working in sheet metal for many years until his retirement in 2021, Pete enjoyed hunting, fishing, and playing bluegrass music on various string instruments. He especially cherished time spent with his granddaughters. Pete is survived by his wife of 45 years, Denise, his daughter Ashley, two granddaughters, four sisters, and numerous extended family members.

Janet Ann Hauff

Janet Ann Hauff passed away on May 14, 2025, at the Village of St. Edward in Fairlawn, where she had lived for four years. Born in Akron, Ohio in 1936, she is survived by her sister Beverly, nieces, and numerous cousins. Janet grew up in Florida but returned to Akron after her parents' deaths, where she enjoyed socializing with the Tallmadge Primetimers and was known for her exceptional memory of family history. A graveside service will be held on May 20 at Oakwood Cemetery in Cuyahoga Falls.

Barbara E. Whitacre

Barbara (Elliott) Whitacre, 84, of Tallmadge, passed away on May 14, 2025, due to complications from kidney disease. Born in West Virginia in 1941, Barbara is survived by her four children, several grandchildren, a great-grandson, three sisters, and numerous extended family members. She was preceded in death by her husband Robert, her grandson Johnathon, a sister, and a brother. Barbara was remembered for her friendly nature, sense of humor, and hospitality, with the family expressing gratitude to various caregivers who supported her in her final months. Her funeral service will be held on May 21, 2025, at Newcomer Funeral Home in Akron.

Barbara Whitacre

Barbara (Elliott) Whitacre, 84, of Tallmadge, passed away on May 14, 2025, due to complications from kidney disease. Born in Gleason, West Virginia in 1941, she is survived by her four children, four grandchildren, one great-grandson, three sisters, and numerous extended family members. Barbara was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Robert, as well as her parents, a grandson, a sister, and a brother. She was remembered for her welcoming nature, wit, and ready smile, with services scheduled for May 21, 2025, at Newcomer Funeral Home in Akron.

Edward L. Dunlap

Edward L. Dunlap, 83, passed away unexpectedly on May 15, 2025, leaving behind his wife of 60 years, Mary, three children, and five grandchildren. He had a successful 39-year career as a tire engineer, notably managing a team that designed Space Shuttle tires and earning several design patents. Despite his professional accomplishments, Edward prioritized his family and was known for his integrity, kindness, and generosity. A memorial service will be held on May 23 at Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel in Akron, Ohio, with inurnment at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery at a later date for family only.