Obituaries
Leo A. Roberson Ii
Apr 30, 2020
Leo A. Roberson II, 75, of Cuyahoga Falls and Marblehead, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2020. Leo was born to parents Leo A. and Maxine Roberson on July 11, 1944 in Akron.Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Kay of 53 years; son, Leo A. Roberson III (Michelle); grandchildren, Kayla (Jake) , Erica (Tom) and Rocco (Rita);...
Otto G. Blake
Apr 30, 2020
Otto G. Blake, 64, of Akron, passed away peacefully at home on April 30, 2020. He was born in Norton, Ohio on September 23, 1955 to the late Otho and Wanda Blake. Otto lived in Florida for several years, where he worked as an assistant football coach. Upon returning to Ohio, he worked at Acme and retired ten years ago...
Kerry M. Schnee
Apr 30, 2020
Kerry M. Schnee, 37, of Clinton, OH passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 30, 2020. She was born to father Kenneth E. Schnee, and mother Carole L. Schnee on January 11, 1983 in Akron.Left to cherish her memory is her long time fiancé of 15 years, Jacob Graham; children, Kendra Graham and Austin Graham; mother Carole L. Schnee; father Kenneth...
Donald "Rusty" Winstead
Apr 29, 2020
Donald "Rusty" Winstead, 70, passed away on April 29, 2020 after long battle with cancer. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, camping, fishing and hunting. Rusty was a veteran of the US Navy and retired from Carpenter's Local 639 after 27 years of service. He was preceded in death by his father, Walter "Windy" Winstead, and brothers, Jeff...
Alta M. (Harper) Jenkins
Apr 29, 2020
Alta M. (Harper) Jenkins, 84, passed away on April 29, 2020. Alta was born in Davis, WV on July 29, 1935 to late John and Elizabeth (Mauzy) Harper. She was the youngest of 12 children. She graduated from Davis High School in Davis, WV. Alta retired from Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. in 1987 with 32 years of service. She...
Wilma L. Watson
Apr 28, 2020
Wilma L. Watson, 86, of Akron, passed away on April 28, 2020. She was born in Barbour, West Virginia on June 27, 1933 to the late Ralph and Lillie Coontz. Wilma loved to be outdoors, watching the birds, tending her flower beds, and raising her chickens. She also enjoyed tag sales. Wilma's family was her heart and soul. She was...
Julianne Jean Hudkins
Apr 28, 2020
Julianne Jean Hudkins, 78 of Akron, passed away on Tuesday, April 28, 2020, at The Colony Healthcare Center in Tallmadge. She was born on February 3, 1942, the daughter of Paul W. and Anna O. {Kasburg} Jackson. Her parents preceded her in death, as well as her loving husband, Bob.Julianne will be dearly missed by her son, Bill; step-sons Robert...
Almeda M. Dixon
Apr 28, 2020
Almeda M. Dixon, 99, passed away April 28, 2020 with her family by her side. Born in Kiefer, Oklahoma to Ezra and Rose (Schneider) Head, she resided in the Akron, Ohio area most of her adult life. Almeda greatly enjoyed ceramics, needlepoint, making pillows for the grandchildren, canning and spending time with her family. Along with her late husband she...
Robert Donald Riley
Apr 28, 2020
Robert Donald Riley, "Don", age 85 of Uniontown, Ohio, died on April 28, 2020 at Altercare Post Acute in Kent. He was born on February 5, 1935 in Cleveland, Ohio, the son of the late Lloyd and Margaret (nee Toth) Riley. Survivors include his children, Patrick (Dee) Riley, Timothy (Debbie) Riley, Steven (Debbie) Riley and Kelly Riley; his grandchildren, Seth...
Charles P. Bixler
Apr 27, 2020
Charles "Pete" Bixler, Sr., age 85, of Mogadore passed away on Monday, April 27, 2020. He was born on August 6, 1934, in Akron, and was a lifelong resident of Mogadore. Pete is survived by his son, Charles P. (Renee) Bixler, Jr. "Pete", daughter Jodi Bixler; grandsons Jeremy and Brock; 4 great-grandchildren; and his dog, Hughey. Charles was retired from...
Elvin George Kurtz
Apr 27, 2020
"Together Again"Elvin "Al" George Kurtz, 78, of Akron, passed away suddenly at home on April 27, 2020. Al was born in Akron on August 23, 1941 to the late John and Evelyn Kurtz. He retired from the Akron Police Department in 1995 after 29 years of service and also worked for Roadway (YRC). In addition to his parents, Al was...
Timothy J. Yoder
Apr 27, 2020
Timothy "Tim" J. Yoder, 46, of Uniontown, passed away on April 27, 2020. Tim was born in Akron, Ohio on October 2, 1973. Tim enjoyed listening to podcasts, music, and comedians. He enjoyed playing darts, bowling, and watching football. He cherished his wife, daughter, and family, and loved them deeply. He loved spending time with family and friends, and could...
Stephen Lee Payne
Apr 27, 2020
Stephen Lee Payne, age 63, passed away on Monday April 27th, 2020 after his battle with cancer at Pebble Creek Nursing Facility in Akron, Ohio. He was born February 8th, 1957 in Akron to Robert and Shirley (Thomas) Payne. He lived in Kenmore his whole life. He was loved by everyone who met him and was always laughing and smiling....
Charles F. Summers
Apr 27, 2020
Charles F. "Chuck" Summers, age 75 of Akron passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 27, 2020. He was born on November 9, 1944, the son of Luther F. "Doc" and Doris M. {Walters} Summers. Chuck was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents Frank and Carrie Summers, Tracey and Eva Walters, and grandson Zachary Doherty.He will be dearly missed by...
Patricia Jean (Pj) Featherston
Apr 26, 2020
Patricia Jean (PJ) Featherston passed away on April 26, 2020 at The Waters of Indianapolis, IN at the age of 72 surrounded by her sister, Janet, and the amazing staff. PJ was born on June 1, 1947 in Akron, OH and is the second oldest of four siblings. She is predeceased by her mother, Dorothy Smith; her father, George McQuain;...
Tessa L. Gavin
Apr 26, 2020
On Sunday, April 26 2020, Tessa Gavin (nee Long), mother, daughter and sister went to be with the Lord at the age of 39 years. Tessa will forever be remembered by her partner, Brad Stillwell; her precious children Jacob Gavin and Rebecca Shelton; her parents, Sue Gravier-Long and Alan Long; sister Jessica Syrios (Gabriel); uncle, Kenny. Tessa will also be...
Linda Louise Rager
Apr 26, 2020
Linda Louise Rager, age 69, passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2020 losing the battle she fought for so long with multiple health problems. She was born and lived in Akron all of her life and retired from Goodyear after 33 years of service. Linda was preceded in death by her parents, Curtis and Rita West, and best friend, Maryann...
Cathy Spade
Apr 26, 2020
Cathy Spade, 64, passed away at home on April 26, 2020. She was stubborn, strong and loved to make people laugh. Cathy enjoyed vacationing at the beach in the Carolinas with her family, being outdoors, spending time with her grandchildren, and taking trips to Amish county. She will be missed but now she suffers no more. She was preceded in...
Michael D. Smith
Apr 26, 2020
Michael D. Smith, age 70 of Navarre, Ohio, died on Sunday, April 26, 2020 at 5:30 PM at Altercare of Navarre. He was born on October 11, 1949 in Martins Ferry, Ohio, the son of the late Eugene and Honnie (nee Johnson) Smith. Mike was a 1967 graduate of Franklin High School in New Athens, Ohio and also attained his...
Virginia R. Dewitt
Apr 26, 2020
"Together Again"Virginia R. Dewitt, 75, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2020. Virginia was born in Akron on July 5, 1944 to the late Joseph and Ruth Finta. Virginia had many interests, including bingo, cooking, and gardening. Her greatest love was spending time with her family. Her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren meant everything to her. In addition to her parents,...
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