Obituaries
Steven B. Hetzer
Jun 23, 2021
Steven B. Hetzer, 64, of Ravenna, passed away peacefully at home on June 23, 2021. Steve was born in Akron on May 12, 1957 to Raleigh and Shirley (Sprague) Hetzer. Steve retired from Akron Public Schools after over 30 years as a custodian. In his free time, he enjoyed fishing, hunting, and playing poker and euchre with family and friends....
Jackie S. Mervin
Jun 22, 2021
Jackie S. Mervin, 63, passed away unexpectedly on June 22, 2021. Born in Bedford, PA she resided in Cuyahoga Falls, OH most of her adult life. She previously worked for the U. S. Postal Service.Jackie will be sadly missed by her son, Matt Mervin; siblings, Mary, Norma, Julie, Jan and Dick; nieces, nephews and friends.A graveside service will be held...
Garnet Jean Pursley
Jun 22, 2021
Garnet Jean Pursley, age 91 of Hudson, Ohio, died on June 22, 2021 at Heritage of Hudson. She was born on May 13, 1930 in Akron, the daughter of the late Ralph and Elizabeth (nee Dedman) Carson Sr. Garnet loved to go to yard sales and play cards. She was a homemaker and she understood what hard work was in...
Larry R. Augustine
Jun 22, 2021
Larry R. Augustine, 74, of Ellet, left us peacefully on June 22, 2021 to join his beloved Donna in Heaven. He was preceded in death by his parents, James J. Augustine and Frances "Jerry" Green (Lundy); stepfather, Jerry Green; wife of 40 years, Donna J Augustine (Mazzei); brother, James E. Augustine. He is survived by sisters, Linda Pursley and Lori...
Harvey Joe Adkins
Jun 22, 2021
Harvey Joe Adkins, of Akron, Ohio passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, June 22, 2021 at 7:30 a.m. He was the last of 9 children born to Joseph and Polly Adkins in Wayne, West Virginia on January 28, 1937. Harvey fought a valiant battle with MS and diabetes, but they didn't win, he did! He's now with his...
Delores V. Parsons
Jun 21, 2021
Delores V. (Reed) Parsons, 87, passed away June 21, 2021, at home surrounded by her loving family. Her quiet strength and quick wit endeared her to all who knew her. Her husband of 66 years, Harold "Jack" Parsons, passed away before her on April 16, 2020. Delores dedicated her life to raising their five children (Larry Parsons, Jack (Connie) Parsons,...
Charlie Harris
Jun 21, 2021
Charlie Harris of Akron Ohio, loving husband, father, faithful Jehovah's Witness, avid fisherman & entrepreneur passed away suddenly on June 20, 2021. Born to Henry William & Willie Mae Harris on May 4, 1947. Charlie led a rich life, made beautiful memories and will be deeply missed by his loved ones. He is survived by his devoted wife of 41...
Raymond Bruce Watson
Jun 20, 2021
Raymond Bruce Watson, "Ray" or "Scooter", age 58, of Canton, Ohio, died on Father's Day, June 20, 2021 at his home. He was born on October 17, 1962 in Akron, the son of the late Raymond E. and Beulah (nee Duckwall) Watson. Ray served in the US Navy during Dessert StormScooter enjoyed fishing with his friend, Roger Mitchell. He also...
Josephine Milani Hiebel
Jun 20, 2021
Josephine M. Hiebel, 96, of Akron, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2021. Josephine was born on May 10, 1925 to the late Venanzio and Angelina Milani. She earned her teaching degree from the University of Akron and taught elementary school for ten years before marrying and raising her family. Josephine was a wonderful homemaker and a talented seamstress. She...
June Marie Colly
Jun 19, 2021
June Marie Colly, age 78, passed away peacefully in Melissa, Texas, on June 19, 2021. She was born on March 27, 1943 in Akron, Ohio to the late Robert Harold and Regina Marie (nee Law) Helms. Other than her parents, June was preceded in death by her husband, Samuel Angue Colly Sr., whom she married on January 27, 1962 in...
Christine Louise Ellsworth
Jun 18, 2021
Christine Louise Ellsworth, 54, passed away on June 18, 2021 at University Hospitals. Family was present at the time of death. She was born on July 16, 1966 to Jacqueline Woodring and Eugene Tibbs. Christine loved her cats and her family very much. She would have done anything for those who were close to her. She had a great sense...
William Roscoe Knight
Jun 18, 2021
William Roscoe Knight, "Rocky", age 87, of Akron, Ohio, died on June 18, 2021 at Akron City Hospital. He was born on January 5, 1934 in Baltimore, Maryland, the son of the late John Q. and Mona Opal (nee Pugh) Knight. Rocky graduated in 1952 from Hower Vocational School and went to the Navy Reserves. He worked at Goodyear Tire...
Linda K. Bissell
Jun 18, 2021
Linda K. Bissell, 71, passed away June 18, 2021 after an extended illness. Born in Belmont County, Ohio to Oliver and Virginia (Earliwine) Perkins, she resided in the Akron area all of her adult life. She previously worked at Clarkins Warehouse and later retired from AMHA. Linda greatly enjoyed going out to eat, shopping, watching Gunsmoke on TV and spending...
Betty Jane Hill
Jun 18, 2021
Betty Jane Hill, age 83 of Akron passed away peacefully on Friday, June 18, 2021. A lifelong resident of Akron, Betty was born on March 21, 1938, the daughter of the late Theodore and Laura {Poff} Hill. In addition to her parents, Betty was preceded in death by her former husband Richard D. Gordon, sisters Dorothy Hartzell and Mary Ann...
Marshall Wolford
Jun 18, 2021
Marshall "Gene" Wolford, 79, of Akron passed June 18, 2021. He lived in Akron for over 60 years. Originally from Frostburg, Maryland, his family and friends back home called him "Poss." He was born October 20, 1941 to Marshall "Budge" Wolford and Hilda McKenzie.In addition to his parents, Gene was preceded in death by his wife of 43 years, Linda;...
Miranda R. Walker
Jun 16, 2021
Miranda R. Walker, age 35 of Akron passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 16, 2021. She was born on August 6, 1985, the daughter of Kelly Walker and the late Mark Arble. In addition to her father, Miranda was preceded in death by her grandmother Diana Walker. Miranda's spunky, kind spirit will be dearly missed by her son who was...
Robert "Bob" A. Weatherholt
Jun 16, 2021
Robert "Bob" A. Weatherholt, 80, of Akron, OH, passed away Wednesday, June 16, 2021 at home with family. He retired from the Akron Fire Department after 27 years of service. Preceded in death by his wife of 30 years, Judith; parents, Floyd A. and Rosie Weatherholt; brothers, Floyd Jr., Ricky, Ralph, Tony, Steve; mother of his children, Sally Weatherholt; and...
Kurt James Augsburger
Jun 16, 2021
Kurt James Augsburger, age 53 of Kenmore passed away on Wednesday, June 16, 2021 at his home. He was born in Akron on December 9, 1967, a son of the late Jack Augsburger and Barbara (Jim) {Saffels} Sumey. In addition to his parents, Kurt was preceded in death by his sister-in-law Jennie Augsburger, grandparents John (Maddie) Saffels and Wade (Ruth)...
Ernest A. Johnson
Jun 15, 2021
Ernest A. Johnson, "Buck", age 66 of Ravenna, Ohio, died on June 15, 2021 doing what he loved to do at his hunting camp in Adamsville, Ohio. He was born on September 21, 1954 in Grantsville, West Virginia, the son of the late Robert and Dorothy (nee Ayers) Johnson. Buck was an avid outdoorsman who loved fishing and hunting. When...
Ronald "Ronnie" D. Puckett
Jun 15, 2021
The world lost a wonderful character. Ronald "Ronnie" D. Puckett, 68, left us on June 15, 2021. He graduated from Tallmadge High School in 1971. Ronnie was a loving grandfather, an avid Browns and Indians fan, enjoyed sci-fi and Stephen King books, playing the lottery, and loved to bake cookies for his little angels. He spent many years working in...
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