Obituaries
Ruth Laura Smith
Nov 15, 2022
Ruth Laura Smith, age 84, of Akron, Ohio, died on November 15, 2022 in Akron. She was born in Lake Village, Arkansas on May 5, 1938, the daughter of the late Clarence and Helen (nee Humphrey) Davis.Mrs. Smith was a homemaker. She enjoyed doing things in her community such as being a Summit County poll worker during elections and CAC...
George Skubenics
Nov 15, 2022
George Skubenics, age 87 of Akron, Ohio passed away on November 15, 2022. He was married to his wife Shirley for 56 years and was a father to his son Richard for 55 years.George was an auto mechanic, retiring from Spitzer Buick in 1998. He also worked at many other car dealerships in the Akron area, including Graham Ford and...
David L. Braham
Nov 14, 2022
David L. Braham, 59, passed away on November 14, 2022. He was born on August 2, 1963 the son of Ronald and Karilyn Braham. David proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force. He was an avid sports fan and found comfort from his four legged friends. He had many achievements but his greatest was his love for his...
Clifford V. Olson
Nov 14, 2022
Clifford V. Olson, "Cliff", age 65 of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, died on November 14, 2022. He was born on April 11, 1957 in Cuyahoga Falls, the son of the late Clair and Marjorie (nee Peters) Olson. Cliff enjoyed leather working, wood working, stained glass work and designing sweat shirts. Survivors include his loving wife, the former Deborah "Debbie" Welling, whom...
Christine Anne Abeyta
Nov 13, 2022
Christine Anne AbeytaFebruary 10, 1960 - November 13, 2022Christine was born in Denver Colorado to Max Abeyta, Jr., and Elsie (nee Tafoya) Abeyta. Christine's early life was marked by adversity. She was the middle child and the only daughter. Hers was not a happy home; both parents inflicted domestic violence upon their children as well as upon one another. Additionally,...
Billy Lee"B.J." Bronner
Nov 13, 2022
Billy Lee Bronner "B.J.", 47, of Akron, passed away on November 13, 2022. BJ was born in Akron, Ohio on June 27, 1975, the beloved son of Michael and Thelma Bronner Sr. B.J. also leaves to cherish his memory his siblings, Michael Bronner Jr. (Inez), Michelle Bronner (LaMont), Jacinta Bronner, and Todd Bronner (Miranda); his children, Billy Lee Bronner Jr....
James E. Vanbuskirk
Nov 13, 2022
James E. VanBuskirk, age 77 of Akron, passed away November 13, 2022 with his family by his side. He was born in Akron on February 20, 1945 to the late George and Dorothy (McKitrick) VanBuskirk. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 35 years, Susan; son: Jody VanBuskirk. He will be sadly...
Patricia S. Nangle
Nov 13, 2022
Patricia S. Nangle, "Patti", was born on March 30, 1946 in Akron the daughter of the late Samuel and Alma (nee Smith) Bell. She passed away on November 13, 2022 at her home after a brief illness. Other than her parents, Patti was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry on July 4, 2014, they were married on February 23,...
Garry Alexander Kirkland
Nov 12, 2022
"Garry Alexander Kirkland, 65 of Akron Ohio passed away on November 12, 2022. Garry was born here in Akron on March 26, 1957 to the late Gladys Kirkland. He graduated from East Highschool in 1975 and was a freshman starter for their football team. He also graduated from the University of Akron with degrees in Business and Hospitality in 1984.Garry's...
Ruth Mae Merriner
Nov 12, 2022
Ruth Mae Merriner, 86, went Home to be with the Lord on November 12, 2022 after a lengthy illness. Born in Akron, Ohio to Robert and Dorothy (Fry) Shew, she was a lifelong area resident. She enjoyed singing with the Sweet Adelines City of Flags Chorus, sewing, crafting, watching Jeopardy, Wheel of Fortune and Hallmark movies, working puzzles, posting her...
Tina M. Harmel
Nov 11, 2022
Tina M. Harmel, 61, passed away on November 11, 2022. She was born on October 9, 1961, and was a lifelong resident of Akron.She was preceded in death by her son, Jeff Harmel and father, Ken Harmel. Tina is survived by her loving husband, Jack Dalrymple; mother, Brenda Teeple; daughter, Tiffany Harmel; son, Jake Dalrymple; brother, Eric Harmel; sister, Christy...
Lois M. Woody
Nov 11, 2022
Lois M. Woody, 99, of Tallmadge, passed away on November 11, 2022. She was born in Transfer, Pennsylvania on March 7, 1923 to the late John and Marion Skamer. Her family moved to Akron when she was a child. After high school, Lois took a job with Bristol Company where she met John Woody, who would become her husband on...
Sarah L. Keatts
Nov 11, 2022
Sarah L. Keatts, 87, of Tallmadge, passed away on November 11, 2022. She was born on December 15, 1934 to the late Roger and Dorothy {Roberts} Pittman. In addition to her parents, Sarah was preceded in death by her husband Charles M. Keatts Sr. and her sister Joann Cunningham. Sarah will always be loved and dearly missed by her daughter,...
Lucille F. Durst
Nov 11, 2022
Lucille F. Durst, 101, of Akron, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 11, 2022. She was born on May 28, 1921. She was preceded in death by her husband Junior Durst and their son, Jerry Durst.Lucille worked as a nanny during her early years. World War II called Lucille to support the efforts as a Rosie the Riveter. Finally, she...
Brian Scott Lewis
Nov 9, 2022
Brian S. Lewis, 54, of Akron, passed away on November 9, 2022. He was born on December 2, 1967 to Harold D. Lewis and Shirley {Stevens} Kelly.Brian is survived by his loving father Harold "Harry" Lewis; mother Shirley (Craig) Kelly; brothers Shawn Lewis and Kevin Crossan. Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 17 at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 N....
Ruth Marie Ress
Nov 8, 2022
We regretfully announce the passing of Ruth Marie Ress of Ravenna, Ohio on November 8, 2022. She was born on April 21, 1940 to Joseph and Dorothea Fleming.In 1957, she met Robert on a blind date at Springfield roller rink, they married in 1960 and together they went on to have 5 children. Ruth was a wonderful and loving mother...
John Jeffrey Williams
Nov 8, 2022
John was born on August 22nd, 1941, in Akron Ohio and passed away on November 8th, 2022. Preceded in death by his wife of 51 years, Rita J Williams (12-15-17), by his father Charles C. Williams and his mother Jane G. Williams, brothers Charles F. Williams (10-30-2002), Robert J Williams (11-7-2002) and his sister Diann M. Williams (Staten) (9-5-2012). Surviving...
Lydia Ann Potter
Nov 8, 2022
Lydia Ann Potter, age 83 of Akron passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 8, 2022. A lifelong resident of Akron, Lydia was born to the late John and Helen {Sabaka} Jelus.Lydia will always be loved and dearly missed by her children Lisa (Donnie) Moore, Dorene (Tim) Sees and John (Shannon) Potter; granddaughter Kylie Sees.Lydia was an avid fan of Cleveland...
Mary "Dene" Montgomery
Nov 8, 2022
Mary Willadene Montgomery, 92, of Akron, passed away on November 8, 2022. She was born in Gilmer County, West Virginia on August 31, 1930 to the late Ottie and Kizzie Yeager.Dene was a wonderful mother, sister, and aunt. She loved spending time with family and friends and making crafts.In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her...
Jack Lindy Masters
Nov 7, 2022
Jack Lindy Masters, 95, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on November 7, 2022 at Falls Village Retirement Community. He was born on August 11, 1927 in Cameron, WV to the late Howard and Marion {Davison} Masters. In addition to his parents, Jack was preceded in death by his wife Eva Marie Masters and their children Jack Masters and Barbara Witt.Jack...
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