Portage County obituaries for Oct. 8-9
- Staff Report
Cynthia “Grace” Ann Davis
Cynthia “Grace” Davis, age 67, of Ravenna, passed away on October 4, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by her loving family. Cynthia Smith was born on November 13, 1957, in Akron, Ohio, to the late Donald and Margaret Smith.
Dr. Norman V. Duffy Jr.
Dr. Norman V. Duffy Jr., 86, died on Friday, October 3, 2025, in Kent, Ohio. He was born November 1, 1938, in Washington, D.C. He was preceded in death by his parents, Norman V. and Glenn M. (Drury) Duffy, and his son-in-law, Robert D. Miller II.
Terry E. Miller
Terry E. Miller, of Kent, OH, passed away unexpectedly on October 1, 2025. Terry was a professor of Ethnomusicology at Kent State University from 1975 to 2005. His worldwide research in traditional music and cultures, and his mentorship of generations of students, leave a deep legacy in the music field.
Larry R. Long
Larry R. Long, 86, of Windham Twp., OH, went home to his Lord and Savior on Monday, October 6, 2025. He was born August 24, 1939, in Freedom Station, OH, to the late Vernice “Vern” and Gladys (nee Farley) Long.
Carol A. Cline
Carol A. Cline (née Powell), age 72, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.
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