Obituaries
Mary E. May
Dec 19, 2019
Mary E. May, 88, went Home to be with the Lord on December 19, 2019. Born in Dawson Springs, KY to Bradley and Annie (Penrod) Matheny, she relocated to Akron in the early 1950's. She was a member of the Willard Church of Christ, where she served as a Deacon. Mary enjoyed crafts, drawing with her grandkids, shopping, lunch dates...
Joann Adair
Dec 19, 2019
JoAnn Adair, 61, went home to be with the Lord on December 19, 2019 after a short term battle with ALS after being diagnosed in April of this year. She was born in Akron on January 30, 1958. JoAnn had a deep faith and loved her church families at Compass North Church and where it all began for her at...
Riley Virginia Shipley
Dec 19, 2019
Riley Virginia Shipley, age 29, of Coventry Twp., Ohio, died on December 19, 2019 at Akron City Hospital. She was born on June 26, 1990 in Barberton, the daughter of David D. and Peggy Sue (nee Abbott) Shipley Weaver of Coventry Twp.Riley was a 2008 graduate of Coventry High School.In addition to her parents, Riley is survived by her siblings,...
Kenneth J. Richards
Dec 19, 2019
Kenneth J. "Butch" Richards, 75, of Akron, OH passed away quietly on Thursday, December 19, 2019. He was born on August 11, 1944 to parents Kenneth and Lillian Richards in Stow, OH. Preceding him in death are his parents, brother, Robert Richards; sister Barbara Richards; and dear friend, Doug. Left to cherish his memory are his children, Betty (Christopher) Clay...
Joshua Rix
Dec 18, 2019
It is with deep sorrow that our beloved Joshua Rix lost his battle with addiction. He was not just a statistic, he mattered in this world and everyone who ever met him loved him. The heartbroken people he leaves behind wanted a better life for him. Joshua enjoyed watching funny movies and pulling pranks on those he loved and spending...
Janet E. Moody
Dec 18, 2019
Janet E. Moody, 71, went into the open arms of Christ Jesus on Wednesday, December 18, 2019. She was born in Akron, Ohio to Frank and Jeanette (Hope) Dalessio and was a lifelong area resident. Janet was a member of the Canton Baptist Temple and Eastern Star Ella & Delta Lodge for many years. She greatly enjoyed ceramics, painting, teaching,...
Monzel E. May
Dec 18, 2019
Monzel E. May, 82, passed away on December 18, 2019. He enjoyed wood carving and retired from GenCorp after 30+ years of service. Monzel is survived by his wife of 61 years, Marie; sons, James and Daniel (Tammy); grandsons, Matthew and Nathan; and granddaughters, Kaven and Lauren.
Jerald L. Durst "Bear"
Dec 17, 2019
Jerald L. Durst "Bear", 75, left us unexpectedly on December 17, 2019. Bear was a devoted husband to his wife of 35 years, and a loving son, brother, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He cherished any moment he could spend with his family and friends, especially attending events with the grandkids and great-grandkids. Bear loved being outdoors, hunting, fishing and camping....
Elizabeth A. Sturm
Dec 17, 2019
Elizabeth "Liz" A. Sturm was born January 31, 1933 and sadly passed away December 17, 2019 at Heather Knoll. Our hearts are broken and words can't describe how much we will miss her. Liz was adopted at the age of 6 weeks by her loving parents, Dayton and Alice (O'Connell) Hartline. They fell in love with her immediately, the sweet...
James Edward Kroft
Dec 17, 2019
James Edward Kroft, "Jim", age 78, of Akron, Ohio, died on Tuesday, December 17, 2019 at his home. He was born on December 30, 1940 in Akron, the son of the late William Eugene and Neoma Irene (nee Bittinger) Kroft. Jim was a 1959 graduate of East High School. He was employed for 32 years and retired from Nabisco Brands...
Tamarra Jo Bennington
Dec 16, 2019
Tammy Bennington, 75, born and lived her life in Akron/Cuyahoga Falls. She graduated Springfield High School in 1960.She is survived by her husband, of 55 years, Bob; children/spouses, Bob (Linda-deceased), Kevin (Renee) and Scott (Sherry). Grandchildren, Lindsey and Dylan (Kevin), Leah (Scott) and Rubilyn (Bob).Tammy's work was being the best wife in the world and best mother/grandmother, just ask them!She...
Gaylord A. Meffert
Dec 16, 2019
Gaylord "Gayle" A. Meffert, 72, passed away December 16, 2019 in his home. He lived in the Akron area most of his life and graduated from East High School. Gayle then joined the U.S. Marines and proudly served his country in Vietnam. Upon returning home he became an electrical contractor and was the owner of G's Electric in Akron, Ohio....
Wilma Madeline Woods
Dec 16, 2019
Wilma Madeline Woods, "Madeline", March 28, 1925 - December 16, 2019.Madeline went home to be with our Lord and Savior on Dec. 16, 2019 at the YOUNG age of 94. She was preceded in death by her soul mate, James W Woods. She is survived by her children, Carolyn Woods, Karen Lockhart, Danny Woods and Linda Parrott, all of Ohio,...
John Harold Ferguson
Dec 15, 2019
John Harold Ferguson, 71, of Mogadore, passed away on December 15, 2019. He was born in Akron on November 29, 1948 to the late John and Vivian Ferguson. He proudly served three tours in the U.S. Navy Seabees during the Vietnam War. John worked several years as a tire and rubber worker for General Tire and Midwest Rubber, and then...
Bryan N. Griffin, Sr.
Dec 15, 2019
Bryan N. Griffin, Sr., 80, passed away December 15, 2019 at Altercare of Wadsworth. Born in Cleveland, Ohio to John and Alma (Hein) Griffin, he resided in Brooklyn, Ohio most of his life. He was previously employed at both Lau Industries and Skill Tool & Die, where he worked as a tool & die repairman. Bryan enjoyed playing cards, reading,...
Madeline J. Martin
Dec 14, 2019
Madeline J. Martin (nee Phalen), 93, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Saturday December 14, 2019. She was born to parents Edward and Josephine Phalen on August 12, 1926 in Akron.Preceding her in death is her husband, Larry and her daughter, Alice Martin. Left to cherish her memory are her children; Skip (Sandy) Martin, Donnie (Kathy) Martin, Leonard (Sue)...
Johnnie Lynn Warner
Dec 14, 2019
Johnnie Lynn Warner, age 69 of Akron passed away on Saturday, December 14, 2019 at his home. He was born on January 17, 1950, the son of Frankie and Betty {Taylor} Warner, who preceded him in death. Also preceding Johnnie was his wife, Ruby and his brother Lonnie.Left to cherish Johnnie's memory are his girlfriend Debbie; children Julie (Tim) Delaney...
Tim Patterson
Dec 14, 2019
Tim Patterson, 70, passed away unexpectedly on December 14, 2019. A longtime Akron resident, he was born January 6, 1949 in Greensburg, PA. Tim enjoyed watching the Steelers, NASCAR, taking road trips, reading and spending time with family. He is preceded in death by parents, James and Jean Patterson, and sister, Patricia. Tim is survived by his wife of 50...
Donald Ray Taylor
Dec 14, 2019
Donald Ray "Don" Taylor, 71 of Uniontown passed away on Saturday, December 14, 2019 with his family beside him. He was born on March 20, 1948, the son of Albert and Thelma "June" {Kraft} Taylor. Don married his love of 21 years, Kim {Wagner} Taylor on August 15, 1998. She is left to cherish his memory, along with his children...
Karen Jones
Dec 12, 2019
Karen "Sue" Jones went home to our Lord on Thursday, December 12th, 2019. She is survived by her sister Debbie (Jim) Markey, nephews Josh, Jeff, and niece, Claire. She is preceded by her parents Anna and Delbert Jones and lifelong friends John and Carolyn Butler, parents of Johnny and Bobby Butler. A memorial service for Sue will be held at...
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