Obituaries
Janice Faye English
May 15, 2022
Janice Faye English, age 69 of Akron passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, May 15, 2022. A lifelong resident of Akron, she was born to the late Hite and Ida {Warner} Ingram.In addition to her parents, Jan was preceded in death by her siblings Danny, Gale, Joyce, Pat and Mark.Jan's legacy of love will be carried on by...
Hope Wolfe
May 15, 2022
Hope Wolfe, 79, of Akron, passed away peacefully at home on May 15, 2022. She was born in Tariff, West Virginia on October 1, 1942 to the late Fred and Mamie (Conley) Boggs. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Wolfe; three brothers, three sisters, and her grandson, Jason Bennett (Tate).Hope will be...
Mary "Fran" Fazenbaker
May 14, 2022
Mary "Fran" Fazenbaker, 89, formerly of Kent, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2022. Fran was born on October 26, 1932 in Stephenville, Newfoundland, Canada.Fran lived in Stephenville, Newfoundland where she met the love of her life, Bruce, who was stationed at Harmon Air Force Base. They were married in 1951 and then moved to Langley Airforce Base shortly after...
Kevin R. Noirot
May 14, 2022
Kevin's adventure on earth ended Saturday, May 14th, 2022, after a day of watching his daughter, Mikaela, play soccer and riding his Harley.Kevin was born April 12th, 1966, in Barberton, Ohio, while his family was on home leave from Firestone Plantations Co., Harbel, Liberia, West Africa. After two years in Africa, Kevin grew up in Green, Ohio. He accepted Jesus...
Virginia D. Anderson
May 13, 2022
Virginia D. Anderson, 84, passed away peacefully May 13, 2022. Born November 17, 1937 inLongview, Texas to John Merton and Doris (White) Young, she had resided in Kent, Ohio since1980. Virginia was a faithful member of Kent Presbyterian Church and for many years she wasthe Director of Alpha Phi, Kent State chapter. Virginia was a talented seamstress, lovingpreschool teacher, tireless...
Barry L. Fetterhoff
May 13, 2022
Barry L. Fetterhoff, age 76, of Brimfield, passed away on May 13, 2022 after a courageous battle with COPD. He was born on October 16, 1945 in Plumville, PA and grew up in Tallmadge. He was the son of Max and Viola Fetterhoff. Besides his parents, Barry was preceded in death by his brothers, Joseph and Kenny. He will be...
Duane J. Burns
May 12, 2022
Duane J. Burns, age 99, passed away on May 12, 2022. He was born on August 31, 1922 and lived in Akron, Ohio most of his life. A proud World War II veteran, served as a staff sergeant in the Army Corps in the 8th Air Force. Duane is preceded in death by his wife, Ethel, of 66 years, and...
John Billy Groves
May 12, 2022
John Billy Groves of Doylestown, Ohio, passed away on May 12, 2022. John was born in Canvas WV on October 17, 1943. After graduating high school, he attended Glenville State University, where he studied history. Later, he enlisted and proudly served in the US Army during the Viet Nam war. He was a combat medic and an infantry soldier with...
David Terrence Flaker
May 12, 2022
David T. Flaker, age 65 of Wadsworth passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, May 12, 2022. He was born in Akron on February 11, 1957 to Don and Glenda {Hamric} Flaker Sr., who survive him.Also surviving is his longtime companion Denee Schorle; siblings Don (Liz) Flaker Jr., Glenda (Buck) Buchanan, Anthony Flaker Sr., Beki (Rick) Angerstein, Ben (Linda) Flaker, Kate (Chris)...
Mable {Auls} Prince
May 12, 2022
Mable Prince, age 75 of Akron passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 12, 2022. She was born in Wetumpka, AL on March 4, 1947 to the late Paul and Eliza {Steele} Auls Sr.In addition to her parents, Mable was preceded in death by her cousin Dick Steele, sisters Pauline (James) Wallace and Virginia Lewis, brother Willie (Adrian) Auls and brother-in-law...
Gloria Rollyson
May 11, 2022
Gloria J. Rollyson was born in Akron, OH on January 16, 1941 and passed away on May 11, 2022.Gloria was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Rollyson; sons, Michael Moyers and Daniel Moyers; brothers, Von Underwood (Betty), James Underwood (Frieda), and Ronald Underwood; and sisters, Marlene Padgett, Barbara Keirns (Gene), and Carol Shadrosky (Ron).She is survived by her son,...
James L. Pollock
May 11, 2022
James L. Pollock, 81, passed away May 11, 2022 with his family by his side. Born in New Castle, PA to James W. and Edna Mae (Reed) Pollock, he resided in the Akron area all of his adult life. Jim was a proud U. S. Army Veteran and he retired from Midwest Rubber where he served as CFO. He was...
Brenda J. Lillo
May 11, 2022
Brenda Jean Lillo, age 68, passed from this Life to her heavenly reward accepting Christ into her life on May 11, 2022. She was born September 15, 1953 to Pete and Mary Lillo in Akron, Ohio. In addition to her parents, Pete and Mary Lillo, Brenda was also preceded in death by her brother, Ronald. She is survived by her...
Lloyd M. Hagerman
May 11, 2022
Lloyd "Mike" Hagerman, 70, passed away on May 11, 2022. He was born on October 28, 1951 the son of the late Lloyd and Wilma Hagerman. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Coastguard. Mike was a member of the US Coast Guard Cutter Spencer Assoc. He enjoyed light houses, outdoors and camping with family and friends. He had...
Daniel Edwin Knopsnider Jr.
May 10, 2022
Daniel E. Knopsnider Jr., age 44 passed away unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, May 10, 2022. He was born in Warren County, PA on June 7, 1977 to the late Daniel E. Sr. and Mary {Mineard} Knopsnider.Dan will be dearly missed by his wife Jody; children David (Abbey Keffer), Tyler and Emma; sisters Tammy (Johnny) and Jessica; many nieces,...
William R Dexter
May 9, 2022
William "Bill" R. Dexter, 73, passed away on May 9, 2022. He was born on July 17, 1948 the son of the late James & Era Dexter. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. Bill retired from the Chrysler Company after many years of dedicated service. He enjoyed working on puzzles and traveling with family. He was known...
Allegro Leslie Fears
May 9, 2022
Allegro Leslie Fears March 5, 1949 - May 9, 2022 Allegro Leslie Fears passed away May 9, 2022 at 4:30 pm with his family by his side. Allegro, also known as "Legs," was born and raised in Akron, Ohio. Allegro was a hard worker and began working at the young age of 14. He started at the Brown Derby and...
Richard H. Powell
May 8, 2022
Richard Hagan (Dick) Powell, 78, passed away May 8th surrounded by his family who loved him very much. He was born March 21, 1944 in Akron, Ohio.He served in the United States Air Force from April 23, 1963 until April 5, 1967. He was stationed in Tripoli, Libya where he was a jet mechanic in the Vietnam War. He retired...
Amy Beth Bowen
May 8, 2022
Amy Beth Bowen, age 52 of Akron passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, May 8, 2022. A lifelong resident of Akron, Amy was born to James and Diane {Rose} Smoot Jr. Amy was preceded in death by her beloved nephew, Cody Bondurant. She will always be fondly remembered by her son Lucas Bowen; parents Jim and Diane; sisters Jodi Burgy and...
Donald Wayne Himmelright
May 7, 2022
Donald W. Himmelright of Seville passed away on Saturday May 7, 2022 at Cleveland Clinic-Fairview. He was born on 11/30/1946, the son of the late Donald and Evelyn {McWhorter} Himmelright. Don was preceded in death by his first wife, Janice Himmelright; brother James Himmelright and sister Judith Vail-Lombardo. Don will be missed by his wife Linda; son Daniel (Kelly) and...
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