Portage County obituaries for Jan. 19-20, 2026
- Staff Report
Sandra J. Kunar
Sandra J. (Benshoff) Kunar, 79, of Ravenna, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2026. Sandra, lovingly known as Sandy, was preceded in death by her parents, Ethel and Glenn Benshoff of Ravenna.
David R. Nitzsche
David Robert Nitzsche, 78, of Kent, passed away on Sunday, January 18, 2026 in the comfort of his home. He was born in Akron on October 22, 1947 to the late Delfred and Myrtle Nitzsche.
Allie L. Luli
Allie L. Luli, 89, of Rootstown, passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 in the comfort of her home, with her family by her side. She was born in Richwood, WV on October 18, 1936 to the late Herbert and Lillie Lowden and was employed as an inspector at Colonial Rubber.
Kimberly Durkota
Kimberly Durkota passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026 at the age of 63. She was a loving wife, devoted mother, and caring sister who meant the world to her family.
Michael "Mike" Edward Casamento
Michael “Mike” Edward Casamento, 66, of Brimfield, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
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