Obituaries
Russell "Thomas" Penix
Mar 1, 2022
Russell "Thomas" Penix, 70, passed away on March 1, 2022. He was born on March 19, 1951 the son of the late William and Vadie Penix. Russ enjoyed being outdoors, hunting, and going to Kentucky to spend time with family at the family homestead. He also liked the many adventures of four wheeling and spending time during the holidays with...
Shirley Ann Carter
Mar 1, 2022
Shirley Ann Carter, age 69 of Akron passed away on Tuesday, March 1, 2022. A lifelong resident of Akron, Shirley was born on November 22, 1952 to the late Russell Carter and Mary (Miller) {Butler} Buchanan.In addition to her parents, Shirley was preceded in death by her sister Rosemary Fast, brother Buster Buchanan and son-in-law Craig Holbert.Shirley's memory will always...
Marcilyn Sue Heaton
Mar 1, 2022
Marcilyn Sue Heaton, 69, of Akron, passed away on March 1, 2022. She was born in Akron on December 26, 1952 to the late Darrell and Dolly Badgett. Marcilyn was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister and will be truly missed by all who knew her. In addition to her parents, Marcilyn was preceded in death by her brothers,...
Patrick Kevin Meneer
Feb 28, 2022
Kevin Meneer, age 66, of Portage Lakes, Ohio, passed away on Monday, February 28, 2022.He was born October 31, 1955, the son of the late Soren and Gloria (nee Hill) Meneer.Originally from Michigan, he met and married his former wife, Christine (nee Jones) Meneer of Cuyahoga Falls and they had two daughters who were his entire world, Megan (Mark) Postak...
Erma N. Grant
Feb 28, 2022
Erma Naomi (Somerville) Grant, 94, of Akron, Ohio passed peacefully into eternity February 28, 2022. She was bornMay 13, 1927 to Clarence J. and Sylvia M. (Brothers) Somerville in Cherry Tree, Pennsylvania. She was the fourth child and first daughter of their twelve children.After graduating from Cherry Tree High School, she moved to Akron where she met and married her...
Loran O. Jenkins
Feb 28, 2022
Loran O. Jenkins, 71, of Akron, passed away on February 28, 2022 at home surrounded by his loving sisters. Loran was born in Akron on February 12, 1951 to the late Ormond and Mary Jenkins. He retired as a machinist from Parker-Hannifin after over 30 years of service. He was a member of the Mogadore Moose and the Mogadore VFW....
Glenn E. Hahn Sr.
Feb 27, 2022
Glenn E. Hahn Sr., 80, of Tallmadge, sadly passed away on Sunday, February 27, 2022. He was born February 7, 1942 to Lyle and Kathryn Hahn. After graduating from Ellet High School, Glenn then went on to be a dedicated marine. He was also a member of the Army Navy Club #102 for many years. While always enjoying the outdoors...
Marjorie Jean Arnold
Feb 27, 2022
Marjorie Jean Arnold, age 93, passed away on February 27, 2022. She was born on September 14, 1928 in Akron, Ohio, the daughter of the late Darwin Oscar and Edna Sophie (nee Miller) Pritchett. She lived in Tallmadge for over 50 years. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 51 years, Lemoyne "Sonny" Arnold. She died on...
Rebecca Kathleen Johnson
Feb 27, 2022
Rebecca Kathleen Johnson, "Becky", age 76, of Atwater, Ohio, died on February 27, 2022 at her home. She was born on January 8, 1946 in Akron, the daughter of the late Arthur and Laurel (nee Kimes) Johnson. Becky worked at Akron City Hospital for 40 years as a Nutrition Care Coordinator. She was a fun loving person who never met...
Debra K. Blackburn
Feb 26, 2022
Debbie Blackburn, 67, of Akron, passed away suddenly leaving family and friends shocked and heartbroken. Debbie was born Nov. 20, 1954 in Paintsville, KY. She grew up in Tallmadge and later moved to Akron where she lived the rest of her life. She worked in the health care industry for many years in nursing homes and home health care. Because...
Joe E. Carnes
Feb 26, 2022
Joe Edward Carnes, age 51, passed away at his home on February 26, 2022. Joe was born on December 30, 1970 in Akron, Ohio to his parents Brenda and the late David Carnes. In addition to his mother, Joe is survived by his daughter Deserae Carnes and his son, Joey (Buster) Carnes; four grandchildren: IvyRae, Lucas, Dallas, and Westley. Joe...
Judy A. Sidlosky
Feb 26, 2022
Judy A. Sidlosky, a loving wife, mother and grandmother, departed in her sleep at home on Saturday, February 26, 2022. She was born in West Richfield, OH on February 23, 1948 to the late Jess and Katherine Maupine. In addition to her parents, Judy was preceded in death by her son Mark Schaeffer. Leaving behind her loving dog, Sparky; husband...
Joseph A Contracier
Feb 26, 2022
Joseph A. Contracier, 50, of Akron, passed away on February 26, 2022. He was born on June 9, 1971 the son of the late Charles and Rebecca Contracier. He was a dedicated employee with the Rubbermaid Company for 31 years. Joe enjoyed music and movies. He liked watching the NFL games but he was an avid Pittsburg Steelers Fan. He...
Robert (Bob) Blankenship
Feb 26, 2022
Robert (Bob) Blankenship, 84, of Mogadore, passed away on February 26, 2022. He was born in Grafton, West Virginia on January 24, 1938 to the late Jack and Helen Blankenship. Bob left high school early to join the U.S. Marine Corps. After his service, he met Jeanne Studer and they were married six weeks later. They were happily married for...
Damon L. Fletcher
Feb 25, 2022
DAMON L. FLETCHERSunrise on January 20,1974 - Sunset on February 25, 2022Mr. Damon Lamont Fletcher, 48, was a loving father, husband, son, brother, and friend. His recent battle with serious medical issues showed his courage in facing life challenges with a smile. Despite the pain, Damon came out a hero and stayed strong until the end. He left this world...
Brenda Lee Schlegel
Feb 25, 2022
Brenda Lee Schlegel, age 61 of Mogadore passed away peacefully at home on Friday, February 25, 2022. She was born in Akron on August 27, 1960, the daughter of Janice Kirkpatrick and the late Bill Ward. In addition to her father, Brenda was preceded in death by her sister Cheryl Ward; her grandmother Elizabeth Buck father- and mother-in-law Russell (Elizabeth)...
Debbie L. Halsey
Feb 24, 2022
Debra Lynn Halsey, age 66 of Akron passed away peacfully at home, surrounded by her family on Thursday, February 24, 2022. She was born in Akron on March 15, 1955 to Marian {Cain} Halsey and the late Conrad Halsey.In addition to her father, Debbie was preceded in death by her sister Beverly Halsey.Debbie will be dearly missed by her mother...
Michael D Sullivan
Feb 24, 2022
Michael D. Sullivan, 65, passed away on February 24, 2022. He was born on February 9, 1957 the son of James and Suzanne Sullivan. He graduated from St. Vincent-St. Mary High School with the class of 1975. He was a very proud and dedicated employee with Acme Grocery and would have completed his 49th year on March 13, 2022. He...
Velda Elma {Tharp} Axline Graham
Feb 24, 2022
Velda passed away Thursday, February 24, 2022, from natural causes. She was born January 3, 1923, in Ontario, Oregon, to the late William and Dorothy {Haines} Tharp.Velda attended Ellet High School, and was a resident of the Gables of Green. She enjoyed crocheting, reading, hiking and camping when she was able. She was a member of Clearview United Methodist Church...
Roberta A. Marinos
Feb 24, 2022
Roberta A. Marinos, "Bobbie" , age 83 of Akron, Ohio, died on February 24, 2022. She was born on April 19, 1938 in Barberton, Ohio, the daughter of the late Frank and Frances (nee Zupec) Battay. Bobbie liked to travel to Florida, listen to polka music on Saturdays, cooking and loved family get-togethers. Her greatest joy was being the best...
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