Obituaries

Ralph H. Speck Jr.

Ralph H. Speck Jr.

May 15, 2020

Ralph Speck Jr., born July 30, 1976, passed away at his home in Jackson Twp. on May 15, 2020. There will be no calling hours. Cremation has taken place. To leave a message for Ralph's family, please visit the guestbook below.Always loved-never forgotten. Love, Mom and Tom.

Gloria J. Laconi

Gloria J. Laconi

May 15, 2020

Gloria J. Laconi, 77, of Silver Lake, OH passed away on Friday, May 15, 2020. She was born to parents Charles and Twila Day in Akron, OH on November 1, 1942.Preceding her in death are her parents.Left to cherish her memory is her son, Aaron (Cindy) Brubaker; grandchildren, Lily and Katie; sister, Charlotte Ash; and niece, Shannon Harnichar.Gloria was a...

James Leroy Oaks

James Leroy Oaks

May 14, 2020

James Leroy Oaks, 63, passed away on May 14, 2020. He was born in Akron on December 24, 1956 to Leroy and Beverly Oaks. Jim was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. In his free time, he enjoyed working with metal and wood in his garage. Jim was preceded in death by his father, Leroy...

Marie Anne Gleason

Marie Anne Gleason

May 14, 2020

Marie Anne Gleason, 80, passed away on May 14, 2020 at The Arbors at Stow. She was born on December 26, 1939 in Coraopolis, PA to the late Helen (Marino) and Andrew Gleason. Marie later relocated to Akron, OH. Marie was a poet, loved to draw, enjoyed music, and absolutely loved animals. Marie loved many and was loved by many....

Theresa A. Jaber

Theresa A. Jaber

May 14, 2020

Theresa A. Jaber, 90, passed away May 14, 2020 at Brookdale Hospice of Barberton. She was born March 24, 1930 in Mogadore, Ohio to the late Caroline (Skinner) Keller. Theresa worked as a bookkeeper for the Summit County Recorder's office. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her husband, James P. Jaber; and brother, Michael Keller....

Jamie Lynn Brown (Giancarli)

Jamie Lynn Brown (Giancarli)

May 12, 2020

Jamie Lynn Brown (Giancarli)May 24, 1961 – May 12, 2020"O, Sunshine! The most precious gold to be found on earth" -Roman PayneTo all who knew Jamie, she was sunshine! Her radiant smile could light up any room and the warmth of her personality made others feel special. Her excitement for life was unmatched and she demonstrated a passion of caring...

Evelyn M. Lineberry

Evelyn M. Lineberry

May 12, 2020

Evelyn M. Lineberry ("Dooze"), 83, of Lakemore, Ohio passed into eternal life on May 12, 2020. Evelyn was born June 29, 1936, in Roswell, Ohio to Venice (Tinor) and Harold Sheets. Though an only child, Evelyn grew up with loving cousins, Angelo "Farmer" Tristano, Irene "Toots" Evans, Patty Guthrie, and Ronnie and Bill Tinor and cherished the memories they shared....

Shyla R. Durst

Shyla R. Durst

May 12, 2020

Shyla R. Durst, 72, of Cuyahoga Falls, OH passed away on May 12, 2020. She was born in Topeka, KS to parents Norman and Marilyn Anderson on January 19, 1948.Left to cherish her memory are her children; David Sweitzer, Stacie Garland and Danny (Cherie) Sweitzer; grandchildren, Danielle, Tyler, Jerrilyn, and Devon; Bill (Donna) Anderson, Dave (Khryss) Glandorf, Tim (Patti) Glandorf,...

Anita M. Clymer

Anita M. Clymer

May 12, 2020

Anita M. Clymer (formerly Kostra), 77, passed away May 12, 2020 peacefully at home with her family by her side. Born in Akron, Ohio to Michael and Marie (Griffin) Adella, she was a lifelong area resident. She graduated from East High School and later retired from Western Reserve Hospital in Cuyahoga Falls. Anita enjoyed baking, cooking, reading her favorite magazines,...

Gerald Kent Sargent

Gerald Kent Sargent

May 12, 2020

Gerald Kent Sargent, "Sarge", age 71 of Akron, Ohio, died on May 12, 2020 at Akron City Hospital.He was born on March 27, 1949 in Morgantown, WV, the son of the late Russell Earl and Rosamond (nee Sherman) Sargent. Today, I lost my best friend and life partner. I cannot imagine moving forward without him. Gerry was everything, a jokester,...

Keith R. Goff

Keith R. Goff

May 12, 2020

Keith R. Goff, age 63 of Ellet passed away on Tuesday, May 12, 2020. A lifelong resident of the Akron area, he was born on December 17, 1956 to Walter A. and Lois {Mattingly}Goff.Keith was preceded in death by his parents and brother Greg Cole.He will be dearly missed by his wife of 25 years, Barbara; daughter Mandi (Mike) Vielhaber;...

William A. Prince

William A. Prince

May 12, 2020

William A. Prince, "Bill", age 82 of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, died on May 12, 2020 at Falls Village Retirement Center. He was born on June 24, 1937 in Akron, the son of the late William Glen and Mary E. Prince. Bill was in maintenance for 45 years for GoJo. He was an amateur radio operator for 52 years and his...

Ruth E. Fogel

Ruth E. Fogel

May 12, 2020

Ruth E. Fogel, age 86, of Coventry, passed away on Tuesday, May 12, 2020. She was born in Chester, WV to Hilbert and Verna Streets, on February 19, 1934.Ruth is preceded in death by her husband of 26 years, Jack and siblings, Albert "Sonny" Streets and Gerry Smith.She will be dearly missed by her children Guy and Anissa Fogel; grandson...

Linda "Patty" Worrells

Linda "Patty" Worrells

May 11, 2020

Linda "Patty" Worrells, 66, of Akron, passed away on May 11, 2020 due to complications from an automobile accident. Patty was born on July 22, 1953 to Richard and Marie "Trudy" Worrells. Patty graduated from Garfield High School and later earned her Master's degree in Arts and Education from the University of Akron. Patty was a licensed social worker and...

Evelyn Marie Jones

Evelyn Marie Jones

May 11, 2020

Today we say farewell to a wife, a mother, a grandmother, a great-grandmother, a God fearing lady and a best friend. Evelyn M. Jones (Sayre) went home to be with her Lord Jesus Christ on May 11, 2020. Born on April 25, 1934 to parents Walter & Viola Sayre. Meme loved her family and only wanted the best for everyone....

Patricia (Durant, Fox) King

Patricia (Durant, Fox) King

May 11, 2020

Patricia May (Durant,Fox) King, 75, of Akron, passed away on May 11, 2020 after a long term illness. She was born in Barberton, Ohio on November 13, 1944. Pat had an adventurous spirit. She loved to travel, particularly to casinos. Her family meant everything to her and she especially loved being a grandmother. She will be truly missed by all...

Brian K. Bills

Brian K. Bills

May 11, 2020

Brian K. Bills, age 39, of Akron, Ohio, was called home to be with the Lord on May 11, 2020, he passed away at home. Brian is finally at peace and no more suffering for him. He fought a very long battle with mental health, and God said, "it's time to come home".Brian was a kind, sweet soul and he...

Joseph Benjamin Lumpkin

Joseph Benjamin Lumpkin

May 11, 2020

Joseph Benjamin "Joe" Lumpkin, 75, of Akron, passed away on Monday, May 11, 2020.He was born to parents Robert and Jessie Lumpkin in Lorain on February 1, 1945.Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Paula, of 31 years; 6 daughters and 4 sons; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Joe was the youngest of 11 children. He was a long time...

Marcia Marie Goss

Marcia Marie Goss

May 11, 2020

Marcia M. Goss (Haft), age 69, passed away Monday, May 11, 2020 due to unknown medical problems. She was born July 17, 1950 in Akron. She was preceded in death by her husband of 32 years, James W. Goss, and parents, Howard and Madge Haft. Marcia was a member of the Magic Cruisers Car Club and was President of a...

Joanne C. Alexander

Joanne C. Alexander

May 10, 2020

Joanne C. Alexander, age 77, of Akron passed away on Sunday, May 10, 2020. She was a lifelong resident of Akron, born to Kenneth and Mary {Smith} Shaffer, who precede her in death. Also preceding Joanne are her siblings Kenneth Jr. "Skipper", Eugene "Bud", and Alice Morris, and her daughter, Char Arthur.Joanne will be deeply missed by her daughter, Sharon...

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