Obituaries
Dianne F. Cregan
May 18, 2022
Dianne F. Cregan, 78, passed away peacefully at Arbors of Stow on May 18, 2022. Born in Akron, Ohio to Harold and Bernice (Hull) Cregan, she was a lifelong area resident. Dianne worked at multiple places, most notably Brown & Graves Lumber Co. She greatly enjoyed golf, bowling and spending time with her family.In addition to her parents she was...
Cherie Ann Delgado
May 18, 2022
Cherie Ann Delgado, age 85 of Akron passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 18, 2022. A lifelong resident of the Akron area, Cherie was born on July 4, 1936 to the late Barnie and Dorothy {Hatfield} Butcher.Cherie will always be loved and forever missed by her sons Gary (Dorothy), Bryan and Perry Delgado; beloved grandson Justin; grand-kitty Pancake. Cherie was...
Richard Russell Fike Sr.
May 18, 2022
Richard Russell Fike Sr., 76, of Akron, passed away on May 18, 2022. Rick was born in Akron on April 9, 1946 to the late Russell and Ua Fike. He will always be remembered for his great sense of humor. He loved telling jokes and making others smile. Rick was a true outdoorsman and was happiest when fishing and hunting....
Harry Lee Whitcraft
May 18, 2022
Harry Lee Whitcraft, age 85 of Akron, Ohio, died on May 18, 2022 at his home after a long illness. He was born on October 2, 1936 in Akron, the son of the late Clifford and Anna (nee Richmond) Whitcraft. Harry was an honorably discharged US Marine veteran. He was vice-president of the Teamsters Local #24 for four years. Harry...
David Michael Rick
May 17, 2022
David Michael Rick, "Dave", age 67 of Akron, Ohio, died on May 17, 2022. He was born on November 28, 1954 in Portsmouth, Virginia, the son of Carol (nee Cultrona) Rick, with whom he lived and the late Francis Rick. His dad, Francis, was in the US Navy in Virginia for four years. They later moved back to Akron where...
Teri M. Lee-Brigger
May 17, 2022
Teri Michelle Lee allowed herself to join the Angels of Heaven, on the evening of May 17, embraced by her family and her Partner, Robert "Todd" Forrest. She had remained strong for us for an entire year, as we battled the wake of her brain injury.Teri was born in the summer of 1960 to Robert and Sandra Lee, and was...
Michael Reno Ramsey
May 17, 2022
Michael Reno Ramsey, age 64 of Akron, Ohio, died on May 17, 2022 at Summa Akron City Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was born on January 4, 1958 in Cleveland, Ohio, the son of the late Billy and Audrey (nee Mitchell) Ramsey. Michael loved his family and friends. He was the Cleveland Browns #1 fan. He enjoyed planting...
Sharon Louise Gionest
May 17, 2022
Sharon Louise Gionest, age 75 of Akron, Ohio, died on May 17, 2022 after a battle with cancer. She was born in Akron on March 27, 1947, the daughter of the late Theodore Ralph and Helen Virginia (nee Mathena) Landaker Sr., who was President of the Derby Downs in the '60s, whom Sharon was very proud of this fact about...
Willie Sanders
May 16, 2022
Willie Sanders, age 76 of Akron passed away on Monday, May 16, 2022. He was born in Demopolis, AL on February 3, 1946 to the late Willie T. Sr. and Willie Lee {Phillips} Sanders. In addition to his parents, Willie was preceded in death by his partner, Lurene N. Hall, twin brothers, Willie T. Sanders Jr., brother John Sanders, sister...
James Richard Limbach
May 15, 2022
James Richard Limbach, 88, passed away May 15, 2022 with his family by his side. Born in Sugarcreek, Ohio to Max and Pearl (Beitzel) Limbach, he primarily resided in North Canton, OH and Ft. Myers, FL. Jim was a proud U. S. Navy Veteran and worked for nearly 35 years in security for the Timken Co. Jim had an incredible...
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...
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