Obituaries
James Arthur Frazier
Jan 6, 2020
James Arthur Frazier, "Jim", age 79 of Akron, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on January 6, 2020 at his home. He was born on July 25, 1940, the son of the late Thomas and Olive Ida (nee Wogan) Frazier. James was an honorably discharged US Army veteran, serving during the Vietnam War, but non-combat. Jim worked several...
Julie Ann Pennock
Jan 6, 2020
Julie A. Pennock went home to be with the Lord on January 6. She is survived by husband, Benjamin Pennock; son, Austin Stephenson; daughters, Madison and Sierra Pennock; brothers, James and Joseph Stephenson; parents, Edward and Patricia Stephenson; and sister in Christ, Liz Gritzinger. Services at Lakemore United Church, 1536 Flickinger Rd., Akron, Ohio. Visitation 5:30 to 6:30; service at...
Anna M. Kuhar
Jan 6, 2020
Anna M. Kuhar, 90, of Akron, passed away on January 6, 2020. Ann was born in Akron, Ohio on March 8, 1929 to the late Joseph and Mary Matuska. She was a life long member of Visitation of Mary Catholic Church and was the longest serving member at their soup kitchen at 25 years. Ann was a longtime volunteer as...
Bruce A. Triplett
Jan 5, 2020
Bruce A. Triplett, 64, formerly of Akron, OH, passed away unexpectedly on January 5, 2020. Bruce proudly served in the U.S. Navy and earned a degree in Nuclear Engineering Technology from Regent's College in Albany, NY. Bruce's career took him around the world as a pilot and police officer. He had an adventurous spirit, which was evident in his love...
Elmer G. Falasco
Jan 5, 2020
Elmer G. "Sonny" Falasco, 86, of Ravenna, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 5, 2020. He was born to parents, Antonio and Fiorina (nee Berardi) Falasco on February 23, 1933 in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Delores; brother Richard; and sister Adeline Reardon. Left to cherish his memory is his sister, Norma Brilhart; step-sons...
Patricia H. Hammonds
Jan 4, 2020
Patricia Hammonds, born August 11, 1940 went home to be with the Lord on January 4, 2020. Patricia loved her family and friends and she loved making her famous lemon pound cakes and bread pudding. She is preceded in death by her late parents Robert and Martina Lee; brother Richard Lee Gammons; sister Barbara McCord; uncle Bill Lee; nephew Martin...
David Papaioan
Jan 4, 2020
David I Papaioan, also known as D.I., 50 of Akron, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on January 4, 2020. D.I. was born on January 18, 1969 in Queens, New York to Michael and Evelyn Papaioan. He was the youngest of four children: Richard, Stefania, Mihail and David (D.I.). He graduated from Ellet High School, class of 1987. He married Gisela Gamble...
Mose Leroy Ricketson
Jan 4, 2020
Mose Leroy Ricketson, age 71 of Akron passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2020 with his family by his side. He was born on February 24, 1948, the son of Mose and Laura Bell {Thomas} Ricketson. Mose was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Willie (Reba), James (Louise) and Gregory, and grandson Owen.He leaves behind his love of 53...
Nancy E. Stevens
Jan 4, 2020
Nancy E. Stevens was born in Cleveland, Ohio, on September 15th, 1960. She passed away unexpectedly January 4th, 2020 surrounded by family and friends.Nancy was a loving and caring person who always put others first. She was very headstrong and had a unique sense of humor. She loved being a mother and grandmother. She enjoyed cooking and baking with her...
June B. Smith
Jan 4, 2020
June B. Smith (nee Bittinger) was born March 5, 1923 in Garrett County, Maryland and died January 4, 2020 at her residence in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio at age 96.She was raised by her parents, Dewey and Ruby (Beachy) Bittinger and grew up in Springfield Township. June graduated as Class Valedictorian from Springfield High School in 1941. She then attended Kent...
Charlotte Virginia Edwards
Jan 4, 2020
Charlotte Virginia Edwards, age 73 of Akron passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2020. She was born on November 27, 1946, the daughter of L.B. and Anna Lee {West} Cross.Charlotte was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald W. Edwards, father L.B. Cross and sister Delphie Brunner.Left to cherish Charlotte's legacy are her son, Kevin (Tracie); grandchildren Kaylei (Brett) and...
Evelyn Sue Hughes
Jan 4, 2020
Evelyn Sue Hughes, 69, of Akron passed away peacefully at home on January 4, 2020 surrounded by her loving family.Evelyn graduated from Central High School in 1968. Most of her working career was in production management and customer service in the Akron area.She enjoyed clog dancing and spent more than 30 years as a member of Grassroots Connection which became...
Dennis Keith Blaylock
Jan 3, 2020
Dennis Keith Blaylock, "Denny", age 66 of Stow, Ohio, died at his home on January 3, 2020. He was born on July 20, 1953 in Akron, the son of the late Carl and Leola (nee Warner) Blaylock. Dennis was an honorably discharged US Army veteran, serving during the Vietnam War. Denny was an over-the-road truck driver, he liked to travel....
Charles E Newell Sr.
Jan 3, 2020
Charles E. Newell Sr., "Chuck", age 83 of Akron, Ohio, died on January 3, 2020 at his home.He was born on December 6, 1936 in Akron, the son of the late Fred E. and Della May (nee Greathouse) Newell. Chuck was an honorably discharged US Army veteran during peacetime. Mr. Newell worked for Goodyear for many years, retiring in 2001.Survivors...
Steven J. Wood
Jan 2, 2020
Steven J. Wood, 60, passed away at home peacefully with his family on January 2, 2020.Steve was born in Akron, OH. He graduated from Tallmadge High School in 1978 as a member of the baseball and basketball teams.Steve began his career as a volunteer firefighter with Tallmadge Fire Department in 1979. He worked full time at Stow Fire Department for...
Edward J. Serdinak
Jan 2, 2020
Edward J. Serdinak I, 92, joined his wife, Beaulah "Faye" of 67 years, with his family by his side on January 2, 2020. He was born to parents Steven and Katherine Serdinak on October 15, 1927 in Akron. Ed was a proud U.S. Navy Veteran serving in WW2 and the Korean War. He was a dedicated family man, always making...
Lee Anne Grimes
Jan 1, 2020
Lee Anne Grimes, age 68 of Akron, Ohio, died on January 1, 2020 at her home.She was born in Akron on September 24, 1951, the daughter of Patricia "Pat" (nee McLain) Sells, with whom she lived, and the late Arnold Sells. Lee Anne graduated from KSU as a Valedictorian of her class and obtained a BS in Nursing. She was...
Christian Michael Thacker
Jan 1, 2020
Christian Michael Thacker, age 28 of Akron, Ohio, died on January 1, 2020 at his home. He was born on December 14, 1991 in Akron, the son of Christopher Thacker and Michelle (nee Rollins) Dillinger all of Akron.Christian was a 2010 graduate of Kenmore High School and was an electrician through the local electrical union. He enjoyed playing video games...
James Leo Dineen Jr.
Jan 1, 2020
James Leo Dineen Jr., 94, of Akron, passed away on January 1, 2020. Jim was born in Akron on June 5, 1925 to the late James and Marie Dineen Sr. Jim was a graduate of Springfield High School. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy. He was stationed in Hawaii in 1943 during World War II. He served in the...
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