Obituaries
Randy Scott Reeves
Mar 22, 2021
Randy Scott Reeves, 54, of Uniontown, passed away on March 22, 2021. He was born in Akron on July 16, 1966, graduated from Lake High School, and joined the Ohio National Guard. He spent his career as a concrete finisher. In his free time, Randy loved riding his Harley and spending time at the family cabin he built in Freeport,...
Judith Ann Hunt
Mar 22, 2021
Judith A. Hunt (nee Watkins), 64, of Newcomerstown, Ohio was peacefully called home to be with the Lord as she was surrounded by her children, grandchildren and sister on March 22, 2021.Judy was born September 11th, 1956 and raised in Akron, Ohio. She attended Akron Public Schools. During her attendance at Ellet High School she met her former husband Thomas...
Melvin C. Cook
Mar 21, 2021
Melvin Carroll Cook went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 21,2021. He was born on March 4, 1950 from the union of Samuel Charles Cook and Dorothy Mae (Chavis). Melvin was a lifetime resident of Akron. He accepted Christ Jesus as a young man and immersed himself into following after God's will for his life. Melvin loved...
Chilles Deshawn Floyd-Powell
Mar 21, 2021
Chilles DeShawn Powell, born April 13, 1989. A beloved son, father, brother and so much more.He was my first born son, my baby boy. Although he was in this world for only a short time, he brought so much love and joy to so many people's lives.He brought three beautiful sons into the world: Lamonta Powell (11 years old), Cardiar...
John A. Syroid
Mar 21, 2021
John A. "Johnny" Syroid, age 39, of Barnesville, Ohio, died on Sunday, March 21, 2021. He was born on March 5, 1982 in Akron, Ohio, the son of the late John M. and Donna {Robinson} Syroid. Johnny enjoyed hunting, fishing, four wheeling, tailgating at sporting events and spending time with his children. Survivors include his children, John Mason, Austin, and...
Betty L. Cozart
Mar 21, 2021
Betty L. Cozart (nee Carpenter), 82, passed away on March 21, 2021. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 51 years, Russell Cozart, in December of 2020.She was born September 2, 1938 in Akron, OH to the late Albert and Geneva Carpenter. She graduated from Garfield High School in 1956.Betty retired in 2001 after driving school bus...
Eugene Russell
Mar 20, 2021
Eugene Russell, 78, of Akron, OH, passed away on Saturday, March 20, 2021. He was born August 14, 1942 in Madisonville, TN the son of Roscoe and Myrtle Russell. Eugene was preceded in death by his parents; his daughter, Margo Frame; and his sister, Sue Myers Cook. He will be dearly missed by his daughters, Barbara Lawrence and Peggy (Roy)...
Diane H. Ellis Ely
Mar 19, 2021
Diane H. Ellis Ely, age 66 of Aurora, passed away suddenly March 19, 2021. A resident of Aurora, Diane was born in Cleveland, OH on June 22, 1954, the only daughter to the late Herbert and Helen (Niemi) Ellis.In addition to her parents, Diane was preceded in death by her brother, Herbert Michael Ellis.Diane will be always be loved and...
Judy Carol Robinson
Mar 19, 2021
Judy Carol Robinson, age 72 went into the loving arms of Jesus on Friday, March 19, 2021. She was born in Charleston, WV on October 28, 1948, a daughter of the late Ray and Dora {Litton} Jones.In addition to her parents, Judy was preceded in death by her sister Gloria Jones.Judy will be always loved and dearly missed by her...
Sandra M. Collier
Mar 19, 2021
Sandra M. Collier, age 69 of Canal Fulton passed away on Friday, March 19, 2021. She was born in Akron on March 21, 1951, the daughter of the late Verlin and Ellen {Harris} Evans Sr. In addition to her parents, Sandy was preceded in death by her brother-in-law Bill Loft, nephew Keith Allen Burns, mother- and father-in-law Helen and Jim...
Johnny Kimble Fletcher
Mar 18, 2021
Johnny K. Fletcher "Kim", 58, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on March 18, 2021. He was born in Akron on September 6, 1962, graduated from East High School, and retired from the University of Akron after 30 years of service. After retiring, Johnny enjoyed relaxing with family and friends. Johnny was preceded in death by his...
Raymond A. Moats, Jr.
Mar 18, 2021
Raymond A. Moats, Jr., 59, Akron, OH died March 18, 2021 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Alliance, OH, May 9, 1961. Preceded in death by his sister, Tracey Dukes; aunt, Phyllis Davidson; and grandma, Edith Goleno.He is survived by parents, Maxine and Raymond Moats, Sr.; siblings, Edward (Susan) Moats, David Moats and Kenneth Moats; nieces...
Michael Edward Basford
Mar 17, 2021
Michael Edward "Crash" Basford, age 55 of Akron passed away on Wednesday, March 17, 2021. He was born in Akron on May 27, 1965, the son of John and Mary {McGarvey} Basford.Mike was preceded in death by his father, John.His laughter-inducing antics will always be remembered by his love of 16 years Cyndie; mom "Mama-cita" Mary; sisters Merge (Gary) Freeman,...
William L. Klansek
Mar 17, 2021
Together Again. William L. Klansek, 87 passed away March 17, 2021 after a long courageous battle with cancer. Bill was born in Akron, Ohio on August 27, 1933. He served in the U.S. Navy aboard the U.S.S Antietam #36. Bill worked for Bell Music, McNeil Akron, Mohawk Rubber, Polisar and he eventually retired from Kobelco. He greatly enjoyed lively political...
Dennis Bernard Shaw
Mar 16, 2021
Dennis Bernard Shaw, "Denny", age 77, of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, died on March 16, 2021 at his home. He was born on September 15, 1943 in Akron, the son of the late Billy Harlan Shaw and Lillian May (nee Hannan) Shaw Angelo.Denny was an honorably discharged US Army Veteran serving during the Vietnam War. He was a sharpshooter and a...
David R. Walker
Mar 16, 2021
David R. Walker, 63, passed away peacefully and unexpectedly in his home on March 16, 2021. David was a lifelong resident of Tallmadge. He was a member of the BTW, a devout member of the NRA, as well as being an avid hunter and fisherman. David loved margaritas, spicy food and a good cigar. He enjoyed riding his trike and...
Patrick Dean Mcallister
Mar 16, 2021
Patrick Dean McAllister, 68, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on March 16, 2021 with his wife by his side. While he will be dearly missed, we rejoice in knowing that he recently asked Jesus into his heart and is now with Him forever.Pat was born in Akron on July 19, 1952 to the late Wallace and...
Thomas H. Sonneberger
Mar 15, 2021
Thomas H. Sonneberger passed away March 15, 2021 at the age of 73.He was born in Akron, OH. He also had lived in Houston, TX for 10 years. He was a self-made salesman. You name it, he could sell it.Tom served his country in the Vietnam War. He was in the U.S. Army from 1968 and honorably discharged in 1970.He...
Stephen R. Smith
Mar 15, 2021
Stephen "Bob" R. Smith, 86, of Akron, passed away on March 15, 2021 at Heather Knoll Nursing Home. He was born March 20, 1934 to Steve and Virginia Smith (nee Schenk). Steve was a graduate of East High School in 1952. He attended Tallmadge Lutheran Church. He served in the U.S. Army from 1957-1959. Steve retired from Crown Mold and...
Irene Ikana Mosquito
Mar 15, 2021
Irene Ikana Mosquito made her final journey on March 15th, 2021. Irene was born October 20, 1933 at Mary's Igloo, Alaska to Fred and Mary Ann Mosquito. She lived in the Akron area most of her adult life, attending Goodyear Heights Baptist Church with her husband Lawrence F. Thornton, Jr. Irene was active in the North American Native Culture helping...
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