Funeral Homes in Kent, OH

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Below you fill find all funeral homes and cemeteries in or near Kent.

Suburbs of Kent: Kent State University.

Kent is also known as: Portage County / Kent city.

Their current mayor is Mayor Dave Ruller.

Zip codes in the city: 44240, 44242, 44243.

Portage County funeral flowers can be purchased from one of the local funeral shops we partner with.

Bissler & Sons Funeral Home

We have always been honored and even humbled that families entrust the care of their dead to us. Since 1913, our care and concern has remained consistent.

Wood-Kortright Funeral Homes

The story of Wood-Kotright Borkoski begins in 1909, when Walter and Bertha Wood opened a funeral home in Chardon, Ohio. They relocated to Atwater in 1912 and purchased the Paul Hamilton Funeral Home. Their son, Robert, became active in the family...

Green's Funeral Home & Cremation Services

With only a dream of excellence and a compelling desire to provide quality funeral services at affordable prices to our Families. Family-owned and family-oriented, Green Family Funeral Home and Crematory Service is a business you can trust in...

Ferfolia Funeral Home

The family and staff of Ferfolia Funeral Homes understand that grieving does not end the day of the funeral. Because we care about the families who place their trust in us, we wish to offer continued support during the grieving process.

Cassaday-Turkle-Christian Funeral

At Cassaday-Turkle-Christian, we believe that love transcends words and thoughts. We are dedicated to listening and meeting your expectations. Through your love, words and thoughts, we create a service that results in everlasting memories.

Hilliard Mullaney Rospert Funeral

For over 100 years, we have considered it a sincere privilege to serve in the community of Wadsworth, Ohio in addition to many other towns, families, and individuals in northeastern Ohio. Thank you for visiting our website and for considering our...

Brown Funeral Home & Cremation Service

At Brown Funeral Home & Gednetz-Ruzek Funeral Home our professional staff prides itself on our commitment to you. We are always available any hour of the day or night for assistance and guidance whether we are needed before the funeral, at the...

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Bissler & Sons Funeral Home
628 W Main St
Kent, OH 44240
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Standing Rock Cemetery Kent
1361 N Mantua St
Kent, OH 44242
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Wood Kortright Funeral Home
1005 E Main St
Kent, OH 44240

Nearby Funeral Homes for Kent

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Booth Funeral Home
3101 State St Ne
Greentown, OH 44630
Brown Funeral Home & Cremation Service
510 Jennings Ave
Salem, OH 44460
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Cassaday-Turkle-Christian Funeral
75 S Union Ave
Alliance, OH 44601
Cremation Society of Ohio
791 E Market St
Akron, OH 44305
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Earl B Jack Funeral Home
1307 Ohio Ave Ne
Canton, OH 44705
Eugene C Wackerly Funeral Home
1375 Market Ave N
Canton, OH 44714
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Ferfolia Funeral Home
356 W Aurora Rd
Northfield, OH 44067
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Gattozzi & Son Funeral Home
12524 Chillicothe Rd
Chesterland, OH 44026
Gillman Funeral Home
360 W Sunset Dr
Rittman, OH 44270
Gordon Memorial Home Incorporated
1260 Collier Rd
Akron, OH 44320
Green's Funeral Home & Cremation Services
4668 Pioneer Trl
Mantua, OH 44255
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Hahn-Hostetler-Silva Funeral Home
98 17th St Nw
Barberton, OH 44203
Hilliard Mullaney Rospert Funeral
174 N Lyman St
Wadsworth, OH 44281
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Russell Funeral Service
15670 W High St
Middlefield, OH 44062
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Wood-Kortright Funeral Homes
703 E Main St
Ravenna, OH 44266

Facts about the city

  • Kent has been featured in films like: In the Beginning Was the End: The Truth About De-Evolution (1976).
  • Some of the notable people born here have been: Joshua Seth (comedian and magician), Deral Boykin (american football player), Chad Zumock (comedian and radio personality), Bob Casale (musician and guitarist), and Jessica Lea Mayfield (singer-songwriter and singer).

Kent is a city in the U.S. state of Ohio and the largest city in Portage County. It is located along the Cuyahoga River in Northeast Ohio on the western edge of the county. The population was 28,904 in the 2010 Census and 29,639 in the 2014 estimate. The city is counted as part of the Akron Metropolitan Statistical Area and the larger Cleveland–Akron–Canton Combined Statistical Area.Part of the Connecticut Western Reserve, Kent was settled in 1805 and was known for many years as Franklin Mills. Settlers were attracted to the area due to its location along the Cuyahoga River as a place for water-powered mills. Later development came in the 1830s and 1840s as a result of the village's position along the route of the Pennsylvania and Ohio Canal. Leading up to the American Civil War, Franklin Mills was noted for its activity in the Underground Railroad. With the decline of the canal and the emergence of the railroad, the village became the home of the Atlantic and Great Western Railroad maintenance shops through the influence of Marvin Kent. In 1864 the village was renamed Kent in honor of and in gratitude for Marvin Kent's efforts. Today Kent is a college town best known as the home of the main campus of Kent State University, founded in 1910, and as the site of the 1970 Kent State shootings.Historically a manufacturing center, education is the city's largest economic sector with Kent State University the city's, and one of the region's, largest employers. The Kent City School District and the Kent Free Library provide additional education opportunities and resources. Many of Kent's demographic elements are influenced by the presence of the university, particularly the median age, median income, and those living below the poverty level. The city is governed by a council-manager system with a city manager, a nine-member city council, and a mayor. Kent has nearly 20 parks and preserves and hosts a number of annual festivals including ones related to Earth Day, folk music, and the U.S. Independence Day. In addition to the Kent State athletic teams, the city also hosts a number of amateur and local sporting events at various times during the year. Kent is part of the Cleveland-Akron media market and is the city of license for three local radio stations and three television stations and includes the regional affiliates for National Public Radio (NPR) and the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS). Although most residents commute to work in private vehicles, alternate transportation includes a public bus service and hike-and-bike trails. As the home of the Davey Tree Expert Company, Kent is known as "The Tree City" while residents are referred to as "Kentites". The city has produced a number of notable individuals, particularly in politics, athletics, and the entertainment industry.

Kent Obituaries

It was reported by New Haven Register on April 6th, 2021 that Eleanor Avitabile (Carboni) died in East Haven, Connecticut.  Ms. Avitabile was 98 years old and was born in Kent, OH.  Send flowers to express your sympathy and honor Eleanor's life.

It was written by New Haven Register on September 2nd, 2020 that Marshall J Sr Carboni died in Branford, Connecticut.  Carboni was 95 years old and was born in Kent, OH.  Send flowers to express your sympathy and honor Marshall J Sr's life.

It was revealed by The Advocate on August 13th, 2020 that Margaret A "Peggy" Thropp (Lusk) died in Kent, Ohio.  Ms. Thropp was 82 years old.  Send flowers to express your sympathy and honor Margaret A "Peggy"'s life.

It was noted by Sarasota Herald-Tribune on August 7th, 2020 that Rose Marie Green died in Sarasota, Florida.  Green was 88 years old and was born in Kent, OH.  Send flowers to express your sorrow and honor Rose Marie's life.

It was noted by Chicago Tribune on July 14th, 2020 that Al Gareri died in Illinois.  Gareri was 100 years old and was born in Kent, OH.  Send flowers to express your sorrow and honor Al's life.

It was written by The Daily Herald on June 14th, 2020 that Erich H Lubkeman died in Kenosha, Wisconsin.  Lubkeman was 91 years old and was born in Kent, OH.  Send flowers to express your sorrow and honor Erich H's life.

It was noted on November 12th, 2019 that Phyllis Nadine Wayne (Pursley) passed away in Bradenton, Florida.  Ms. Wayne was 79 years old and was born in Kent, OH.  Send flowers to share your condolences and honor Phyllis Nadine's life.

It was disclosed on July 20th, 2019 that Caroline Charlotte Cook (Markley) passed away in Kent, Ohio.  Ms. Cook was 94 years old and was born in Minneapolis, MN.  Send flowers to express your sorrow and honor Caroline Charlotte's life.

It was reported on March 24th, 2019 that Wanda J "Janie" Newton (Myers) perished in Sebring, Florida.  Ms. Newton was 80 years old and was born in Kent, OH.  Send flowers to share your condolences and honor Wanda J "Janie"'s life.

It was written by Ann Arbor News on September 2nd, 2018 that Cruse Watson Moss perished in Ann Arbor, Michigan.  Moss was 92 years old and was born in Kent, OH.  Send flowers to express your sympathy and honor Cruse Watson's life.

History

By the time the Pennsylvania and Ohio Canal opened in 1840 and the construction of what is today downtown Kent was completed, the rivalry had effectively ended as did the distinction between the two villages. Olmstead had hoped to have Franklin Township become the county seat of the new county and had land set aside in what is now northern Kent for the county government buildings. After leaping the river, he hid in a nearby lake which was later named for him, Brady Lake, Ohio Lake. The village would develop first due to the potential for gristmills along the Cuyahoga River and later as a stop on the Pennsylvania and Ohio Canal in the 1830s and 1840s. That same year, Portage County, Ohio County was formed and Franklin Township was made part of the new county.

The official website for the city of Kent is http://kentohio.org.

News

South Regional Member Exchange Digest for Nov. 6-8
Outside the track, between turn one and two, God saved my life," Kevin Kent, 48, of Napoleon ... You can still be eco-friendly in the afterlife, according to an Apopka funeral-equipment company. Matthews Cremation is touting the latest addition to green ...
http://www.nola.com/newsflash/index.ssf/story/south-regional-member-exchange-digest-for-nov/008e4c24f6754757b5665f7dafa38001

Vietnam War bracelets come full circle
In 1970, the year four war protesters at Ohio's Kent State University were killed by National Guardsmen ... I was absolutely floored," said Dowling, who was invited by the family to attend Perrine's funeral at Arlington National Cemetery.
http://www.pantagraph.com/news/national/article_3f93548a-e901-11df-b3e6-001cc4c03286.html

Delores Thompson 1929-2010
Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at McKinley Funeral Home in Lucasville and an hour before services Thursday at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to SOMC Hospice Center, 2201 25th St., Portsmouth, OH45662.
http://dailyindependent.com/obituaries/x104124284/Delores-Thompson-1929-2010

Death and Memorial Notice
Oh, the stories he could tell ... Inurnment will be at Tahoma National Cemetery in Kent, Washington. Drennan-Ford Funeral Home in Port Angeles was in charge of cremation.
http://www.peninsuladailynews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=2010310319995

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Kent Funeral Homes and funeral services in Ohio
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Bissler & Sons Funeral Home and Crematory | Kent, Ohio - OurStory
"Boom town" Kent, with its population of 3,000, had beckoned him with hopes of ... Copyright 2001-2010 Bissler & Sons Funeral Home and Crematory | Kent, Ohio ...
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Grave Markers, Funeral Arrangements | Kent, OH
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