Obituaries
Dale O. Campbell, Sr.
Jul 8, 2021
Dale O. Campbell, Sr., 86 joined his loving wife and son in Heaven on July 8, 2021. Born in Cumberland, Maryland to James and Clara Campbell, he lived in the Akron, Ohio area all of his adult life. He retired in 1999 from Ohio Gasket & Shim Company. Dale greatly enjoyed watching the Steelers, having a few beers with friends,...
Vickie Lynn Yergin
Jul 8, 2021
Vickie Lynn Yergin, 67, passed away peacefully in Mt. Vernon, OH on July 8, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, Francis and Rita Yergin, and sister Linda Kavon. She is survived by her siblings, Lois (Ken) Stanley, Johne Mohlmaster, Fred "Butch" (Laurie) Yergin, and Jerry (Kathi) Yergin; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. The family would...
William Benjamin Rees
Jul 8, 2021
William Benjamin Rees, age 95 of Akron passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, July 8, 2021. A lifelong resident of Akron, William was born to the late William and Lucy {Offerbaker} Rees. In addition to his parents, William was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Mary, their son, Charles, brother Harry (Rose) Rees, sister Eleanor (Gene) Spring.William...
Diane L. Neumeyer
Jul 7, 2021
Diane L. Neumeyer, 72, took her last earthly breath on July 7, 2021. She was born in Akron on July 29, 1948. She graduated from Buchtel High School in 1966. Diane retired from Goodyear in 2013 after 20+ years of service. After retirement, she volunteered at the Brimfield Community Cupboard and was able to enjoy spending more time with her...
Otis L. Lambert
Jul 6, 2021
Otis L. Lambert, 73, passed away on July 6, 2021. He retired from Volvo GMC after over 30 years of service. Larry enjoyed fishing, woodworking, glass working and his computer. Preceded in death by his wife, Larie, he will be sadly missed by his children, Lisa (Eric) Lambert, Otis (Jacci) Lambert, Larry Lambert, Alfred (Jenny) Lambert, David (MaryAnn) Lambert; grandchildren;...
Cathy Shreve Patterson
Jul 6, 2021
Cathy Shreve Patterson, age 65 of Mogadore passed away on Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at her home. She was born in Barberton on October 16, 1955, the daughter of Ronald and Greta {Barnstorff} Steeg. Cathy was preceded in death by her father, Ronald Steeg.She will be dearly missed by her son Nate (Stormy) Patterson and daughter Nicole D'Elia; grandchildren Alessa...
John R. Wright
Jul 6, 2021
John R. Wright, 59, of Akron, passed away on July 6, 2021. He was born in Spencer, West Virginia on February 15, 1962. He proudly served in the U.S. Army and was the owner/operator of 852 Motosports. He loved motocross and passed down that passion to his children and grandchildren.John will always be remembered as a loyal, hardworking man. He...
Occa Onia Edison
Jul 5, 2021
Occa Onia Edison, 35, of Akron, Ohio was born in Canton, Ohio to Dannie Lee Edison and James Sumpter on November 12, 1985. She passed away on July 5, 2021 in Akron. Occa graduated from Timken Senior High School in Canton.She was a beloved daughter, mother, sister, niece, aunt, cousin and friend. Occa was fiercely loyal to her family and...
Carmen J. "Chuck" Bucca
Jul 5, 2021
Carmen Joseph Bucca, 79, went to be with his Lord and Savior on July 5, 2021 at home in Akron, OH. Chuck was born January 25, 1942 to Anthony and Olive (Marshall) Bucca in Hastings, PA. He joined the US Army at the age of 17 and served in the 101st Airborne division as a paratrooper. After the Army, he...
Lawrence Earl Dickey
Jul 5, 2021
Lawrence Earl Dickey, "Larry," "Pop," 22, holding for 63 years, passed away on Monday, July 5, 2021 at Akron City Hospital, surrounded by loving family. Born in Duck, West Virginia on May 25, 1936 to George and Thelma {Boggs} Dickey. He retired as a fireman from Goodyear Tire & Rubber, after more than 30 years of service. Preceded in death...
Melissa Ann Shollenberger
Jul 4, 2021
On July 4th, 2021, Melissa Ann Shollenberger, age 48, while surrounded by loved ones, lost her long courageous battle against cancer. Melissa is a daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, aunt, friend, and colleague and was loved by everyone blessed enough to have known her. She was born on April 22, 1973 to Michael and Mary (Good) Shollenberger of Canton, Ohio. She...
Braxton Lee O'Farrell
Jul 2, 2021
Braxton Lee O'Farrell, 3, was granted his angel wings on July 2, 2021. His final days were spent surrounded by family that Braxton had touched in many ways, throughout his short, yet very memorable life. Braxton's life would seem too short to many, but for those who were touched by him, they know that he lived his best life every...
Margaret J. Moon
Jun 30, 2021
Margaret "Peg" {Austin} Moon died on Wednesday, June 30, 2021. Peg was born in Leechburg, PA on July 24, 1927, but lived most of her life in the Akron area. Preceded in death by husband Arthur Moon- survived by son Jeffrey (Donna) Moon and their son Keith, daughter Jacqueline Richardson and her daughter Katherine Richardson, cousins and good friends.As Peg...
Wanda G. Adkins
Jun 29, 2021
Wanda G. Adkins, age 88, went to be with the Lord on June 29, 2021 in Springfield, Ohio, formerly of Norton, Ohio. Wanda was born on June 13, 1933 in Streeter, West Virginia to the late Ester and Ora Pack.Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Velmer A. Adkins and 4 brothers: Gary, Larry, Ray,...
Mary Margaret Wyman
Jun 29, 2021
Mary Margaret Wyman, 74, of Barberton, passed away at home on June 29, 2021. She was born in Fairmont, West Virginia on September 19, 1946 to the late Amos and Lucille Crosston. Mary spent many years as a security officer for Pinkerton and later retired from GoJo.Mary was a fiery redhead with a stubborn streak. Everyone knew how ornery she...
Delores Ann Harrison-Robinson
Jun 28, 2021
Delores A. Harrison-Robinson, lovingly referred to as "Cooky", went home to be with the Lord on Monday, June 28, 2021. She was born in Columbus, MS on April 1, 1951, the daughter of the late William and Ozella Sykes. In addition to her parents, Cooky was preceded in death by her sister, Linda (Marvin) Minter. She was a loving wife,...
Phyllis Jean Johnson
Jun 28, 2021
Phyllis Jean Johnson, age 68 of Akron passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 28, 2021. She was born on September 3, 1952 to Woodrow and Augusta M. Johnson, now deceased. Phyllis worked for the Akron-Summit County Public Library for over 30 years (where she came to be know as "Jean".) She then worked another 14 years for the Summit County...
Dawn Nicole Mcclung
Jun 28, 2021
Dawn "Nyki" McClung, 1972- 2021, of Akron passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family, after a long battle with cancer.The family would like to thank Doctor Robin Laskey, her colleagues and all the wonderful people at the Jean & Milton Copper Cancer Center Akron, Ohio for going above and beyond taking care of Nyki during her battle with...
Colleen R. Zito
Jun 27, 2021
Colleen R. Zito, 73, passed away June 27, 2021 surrounded by her family. Born in Akron to Bill and Marion (Frame) Stevens, she was a lifelong area resident. Colleen retired from Goodyear/IBM and she greatly enjoyed traveling with her family and friends. She also enjoyed her card club, gambling and her greatest joy was spending time making memories with her...
Emma Ruth Taylor
Jun 26, 2021
Emma RUTH Taylor, 94, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2021. Born in Moundsville, WV. She worked at Thermal Engineering, retiring after 50+ years of service. Ruth was a longtime member of South Arlington United Methodist Church. Preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Jesse, and son, David. She is survived by her son John (Joann) Taylor, and...
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