Obituaries
Harold E. Thompson Sr.
Feb 14, 2020
Harold E. Thompson Sr., 89, went to be with the Lord on Fri., February 14, 2020 due to complications from cancer. He was preceded in death by daughter, Ramona (Thompson) Martin. Survived by wife of 72 years, Florence; daughter, Louetta; sons, Harold Jr. and Kevin; four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. He was the last surviving member of his siblings, Bernice,...
Russell N. Murphy, Jr.
Feb 14, 2020
Russell N. Murphy, Jr., "Russ", 73, passed away February 14, 2020. Born in Akron, Ohio on May 8, 1946 to Russell N. Murphy Sr. and Helen L. (Yale) Murphy, he was an Akron resident his whole life. He attended Seiberling and Betty Jane elementary schools and then graduated from Ellet High School in 1964. After graduation, Russ worked at Adamson...
Gerard J. Koerber
Feb 14, 2020
Gerard Joseph Koerber, "Jerry", age 85 of Akron, Ohio, passed away on February 14, 2020.He was born on July 11, 1934 in Akron, the son of the late Joseph and Ethel (nee Oakes) Koerber. Jerry graduated from St. Mary's High School and was an honorably discharged US Army veteran, serving during peacetime.He lived most of his life in Akron, retiring...
Virginia Mae Clark
Feb 13, 2020
Virginia Mae Clark, 74, made her transition February 13, 2020 at home. She was the daughter of the late Martha Clark and Ozie B. "Pap" Person. She greatly enjoyed reading, solving puzzles, listening to music, dancing and talking to her family.In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by siblings, Theotis Johnson, Beulah Moore, Eula Nelson; grandson, Robert...
John W. "Jack" Mchale
Feb 13, 2020
John W. "Jack" McHale, 94, passed away surrounded by family on February 13, 2020. A lifelong resident of Akron, Jack enjoyed playing bridge, good food, and playing golf, especially with his late wife Sandy. He was a barber and instructor for over 66 years and retired from the City of Akron after 20+ years of service. Jack served in the...
Orva Lee Isom
Feb 13, 2020
Orva Lee (Fields) Isom, 85, entered Heaven's Gates with a victorious shout and joined eagerly awaited family members on February 13, 2020. She enjoyed Southern Gospel quartet singings, history, museums, gardening, nature, reading her Bible, animals, and spending time with her family. Orva Lee spent her life raising and caring for her whole family. Her working career consisted of various...
Susan Lacy
Feb 12, 2020
Susan Lacy was born in Pittsburgh PA on October 12, 1952, to Helen and Andrew Galisin. She passed away peacefully on February 12, 2020, at Summa Akron City Hospital, due to complications arising from long-term illnesses.Susan was an excellent cook; and she loved gardening, watching her favorite TV shows, and spending time with her friends. She was a feisty person...
Shirley M. Gard
Feb 12, 2020
Shirley Marie Gard, age 59 of Akron, Ohio, died on February 12, 2020 at her brother's home in Glenshaw, PA. She was born on November 4, 1960 in New Kensington, PA, the daughter of Joan Elizabeth (nee George) Abraham of The Villages, FL and the late Daniel Melvin Abraham. Shirley was a private nurse for many years working in the...
Steven M. Lowers
Feb 12, 2020
Steven M. Lowers, "Steve", age 43, of Alliance, Ohio, formerly of Lakewood, Colorado, went to rest peacefully on Wednesday, February 12, 2020 after a very long battle with a brain tumor.He was born on July 12, 1976 in Alliance, the son of James Lowers of Sebring and Patsy (nee Clapsaddle) Smith of Alliance. Steve graduated from Alliance High School and...
Linda J. Gibson
Feb 12, 2020
Linda Gibson (nee May), 79, of Bolivar, passed away on February 12, 2020 surrounded by family at Canton Christian Home under the care of Aultman Hospice. Linda was born to the late Melvin and Florence May in Barberton, OH. Linda was a graduate of Central Hower and continued her education at Hammel College. She loved going to church, watching the...
Carol June Randles (Nee Jackson)
Feb 11, 2020
Carol June Randles (nee Jackson), 90, went home to be with the Lord on February 11, 2020 after a long illness. Born in Flatwoods, W.Va. on January 31, 1930 to Lafayette Jackson and Opal Jackson (nee Meadows). She spent her childhood in W.Va. and lived in the Akron area for 52 years. She obtained an Associate Degree in Applied Sciences...
Deborah Posten
Feb 11, 2020
Deborah Posten, "Debbie", age 64, of Akron, Ohio, died on February 11, 2020 at her home. Debbie was born on October 15, 1955 in Akron, the daughter of the late Floyd Richard and Anna Wilda (nee Coppola) Reichard.Debbie was a homemaker and enjoyed crocheting, target shooting and scrap booking. She was a huge Loretta Lynn fan, so much so, that...
Thomas Alan Kirby
Feb 10, 2020
Thomas A. Kirby, 36, passed away on February 10, 2020. He was a huge presence with a joyful soul, loved by all. He will be deeply missed by his children, Anastasia and Alex; mother, Shelli (Mike) Larkins; father, Bill Kirby; sisters, Kristina (David) Kirby, Melissa Larkins, Heather (Donovan) Wenk, and Ryan (Allison) Larkins; grandparents, Doug and Joanne Ables and many,...
Ross Hamilton
Feb 10, 2020
Ross Hamilton, 58, of Tallmadge, formerly of Manchester, went home to be with the Lord on February 10, 2020. He was born on December 9, 1961 in Barberton, Ohio. He graduated from Coventry High School in 1981 and was the football team manager at Manchester High School. Ross was an avid reader and loved to watch movies. He enjoyed music...
Marilyn J. Pearson
Feb 9, 2020
Marilyn J. " Jane" Pearson, 85, of Akron, passed away on February 9, 2020. Visitation will be held from 5pm-6pm on Friday, February 14, 2020 at New Horizons Church, 290 Darrow Rd, Akron, OH 44305. A service will be held at 6pm.
Lloyd J. Moffatt
Feb 9, 2020
Lloyd J. Moffatt, age 92 of Munroe Falls, Ohio, died on Sunday, February 9, 2020 at his home. He was born on March 11, 1927 in Cowen, West Virginia, the son of the late Benjamin and Ruhama (nee Smith) Moffatt. Lloyd was an honorably discharged US Army veteran, serving during peacetime just after WWII, in the occupation of Japan.Lloyd worked...
Brian D. Wolff
Feb 9, 2020
Brian D. Wolff, 47, of Cuyahoga Falls passed away unexpectedly on Sunday February 9, 2020.He graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School in 1991. Brian went on to work at Country Counter, Summit Racing, and People's Service. He worked for many tree service companies and had hoped to return to the industry. Brian enjoyed building and driving his 1983 Ford Mustang,...
Parviz Hamed
Feb 9, 2020
Parviz Hamed of Akron, Ohio passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 9th, 2020.Mr. Hamed emmigrated from Iran, and was very proud of his Persian heritage and family. He loved Azari and classical music and the Persian culture. Parviz was a beloved husband, father and friend, and had a supportive network of friends. He held a Masters Degree from The University...
Willodean Reeser Silvers
Feb 9, 2020
"I love you more than you'll ever know." - GrandmaWillodean Reeser Silvers, 93, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on February 9, 2020. Born July 13, 1926 and raised in Crossville, TN she led an active life playing and coaching basketball and working on her family's farm. During WWII Willodean worked in Oak Ridge, TN where she unknowingly helped assemble...
George W. Hopkins, Jr.
Feb 9, 2020
George W. Hopkins, Jr., 73, passed away peacefully February 9, 2020 after a long battle with cancer. He graduated second in his class at Hower High School and went on to become an accomplished auto technician and drag racer. George had a passion for automobiles and fishing. He loved spending time with his family and helping other people. George also...
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