Obituaries
Raymond W. Isom
Dec 6, 2019
Raymond W. "Ray" Isom, 88, entered Heaven's gates December 6, 2019. He enjoyed hunting, gardening, fishing, beekeeping and spending time with his family. Ray was an Army Veteran and spent his career at Goodyear Aircraft (working on Navy blimps), Home Center Appliances, Jones Motor Company and P.I.E. Nationwide.Preceded in death by two infant daughters and an infant great grandson, he...
Charlotte Roberta Palmer
Dec 5, 2019
Charlotte Roberta Palmer, age 67 of Akron, Ohio, passed away on December 5, 2019. She was born on December 8, 1951 in Ravenna, Ohio, the daughter of the Robert Coy and Violet (nee Chapman) Coy Smith. Charlotte is survived by her sons, Mitchell and Robert Preston, both of Indiana. Charlotte also leaves her daughter, Teresa Palmer of Akron. Charlotte is...
Joan H. Falkner
Dec 5, 2019
Joan H. Falkner, 83, passed away on December 5, 2019. She was born in Akron to the late Clarence and Olive Riley. She will be dearly missed by her children, Sherree (Garry) Cowden, Cynthia (Doug) Palm, Gordon Falkner, and Daniel (Vesa) Falkner; siblings, Rick (Jeannette) Riley and Janet Fortenberry; grandchildren, Mike, Jefferey, Brittany, Russell, Joseph, Justin, Joshua, Brandy, Danielle, and...
Dorothy J. Bridges
Dec 5, 2019
Dorothy J. Bridges, 75, passed away December 5, 2019. Born in Akron, Ohio to John and Cecelia (Oprin) Klein, she was a lifelong area resident. Since 1971 she and her husband owned and operated Bridges Boats. Dorothy enjoyed fishing, boating, traveling to the beach in Florida, shopping, crafting and spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.Dorothy leaves behind her...
Howard Barton
Dec 4, 2019
Howard Barton, age 90 of Tallmadge, Ohio, died on December 4, 2019 at his home. He was born on December 8, 1928 in Tomahawk, KY, the son of the late Greenville and Nancy (nee Mullett) Barton. Howard was a trucker driver/tow motor operator at Norton Company and retired after 37 years of service. He enjoyed yard sales, going to Rogers...
Sharilyn Ann Tomsho
Dec 4, 2019
Sharilyn Ann Tomsho, "Sherry", age 76 of Mogadore, Ohio, died on December 4, 2019 at Colony Health Care Center in Tallmadge. She was born on April 29, 1943 in Canton, the daughter of the late Louis Earl and Mildred Christina (nee Canterbury) Shuck. Sherry was a graduate of Hoover High School in North Canton. She worked and retired from the...
Randy E. Greathouse, Sr.
Dec 3, 2019
Randy E. Greathouse, Sr., 53, of Akron OH passed away unexpectedly on December 3, 2019. He was born in Akron, on January 20, 1966 to parents Larry and Pauline Greathouse.Preceding him in death are his grandparents George Greathouse, Grampie (Eva) Sasinowski, and son Randy Greathouse Jr.Left to cherish his memory are his parents; grandparent Doil Greathouse; son Shaun (Shauna) Greathouse;...
George Kennedy
Dec 3, 2019
George "Pete" Kennedy, 90, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on December 3, 2019. He enjoyed camping, sitting by a campfire, watching westerns, and a good cigar. Pete was a proud veteran of the Marine Corps. He is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Donna, and a host of other loving family members. Per his wishes, cremation has...
Rev. R. Mcclelland
Nov 30, 2019
Rev. Terrence R. "Terry" McClelland, age 73 of Akron, Ohio, passed away after a long battle with Alzheimer's Disease on Saturday, November 30, 2019 at Colony Health Care Center. He was born on December 27, 1945 in Akron, the son of the late Robert Barton and Elma (nee Brooks) McClelland. Terry was a 1963 graduate of Hudson High School. He...
Barbara Lois Knepper
Nov 30, 2019
Barbara Lois Knepper, 82, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2019. She was born on November 9, 1937, the daughter of Alta Mae and John Herman Cole, who preceded her in death, along with her husband, James, grandson John Luke Knepper, and several sisters and a brother.Barbara will be dearly missed by her sons John (Elizabeth), Dan,...
Charlotte E. Fisher
Nov 30, 2019
Charlotte E. Fisher, 84, passed away November 30, 2019. She was a lifelong Tallmadge resident and devoted much of her life to helping others through People Serving People. Charlotte enjoyed sewing, working in her yard, being an Indians fan, and spending time with her grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband, Bill and son, Jim, she will be sadly missed...
Margaret Ann Kaforey
Nov 30, 2019
Margaret Ann Kaforey (nee Catanese), age 96, of Stow, Ohio died on November 30, 2019 at Stow-Glen Care Center. She was born on July 30, 1923 in Allentown, PA, the daughter of the late Ross and Mae (nee Malani) Catanese.Margaret was a graduate of North High School in Akron. She worked for Jo Jo's Tavern in the kitchen and worked...
Lester Delane Yeater
Nov 30, 2019
Lester Delane Yeater, 67, of Altoona, PA passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 30, 2019. He was born in Steubenville, OH to parents Travis and Anna Mae on November 7, 1952.He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Linda; and his uncle, Denny Yeater.Left to cherish his memory are his children, Holly (Shane) Radabaugh of Rittman, OH, and Mary...
Ronald D. "Munch" Ault
Nov 29, 2019
Ronald D. "Munch" Ault passed away peacefully on November 29th, 2019. A lifelong Barberton/Norton resident, born March 27, 1954 to late parents Wayne and Donna (Smith) Ault. He worked hard to provide for his family and would do anything he could for anyone. Ronnie enjoyed camping with his family, holidays, and building things. Being the jokester he lifted many spirits....
Carol Lynn Hoover
Nov 28, 2019
Carol Lynn Hoover, April 4, 1951, age 68, passed away on November 28, 2019. Born in Green, she graduated from Green High School in 1969 and lived in the Green area all of her life. Preceded in death by her parents, Vernon and Jean Leighty of Green, she is survived by her husband of 47 years Dennis Hoover of Green;...
Lisa Ann Hunter
Nov 28, 2019
Lisa Ann Hunter, age 52 of Akron, Ohio, died on November 28, 2019 at Akron City Hospital. She was born on February 28, 1967 in Watertown, New York the daughter of Dale Hunter of New York and the late Yvonne (nee Buckley) Hunter. Lisa enjoyed crafting, going to concerts, baking, reading, going to movies, and camping, however her greatest joy...
Donna F. Kandes
Nov 28, 2019
Donna F. Kandes, 70, of New Franklin, passed away on November 28, 2019. She was born in Akron on October 7, 1949. Donna had a lovely singing voice and served as the choir director at St. Augustine Church in Barberton for many years. She loved to travel and took yearly cruises with a group of friends. Above all, Donna enjoyed...
James Curley
Nov 27, 2019
James T. Curley, 76, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on Wednesday, November 27, 2019.James was born in Steinman, VA on August 25, 1943 to Robert and Bessie Curley. James retired from Chrysler after 42 years of service. He enjoyed fishing, bowling, playing Dominoes, and listening to jazz. He will be dearly missed by his friends and family.Preceding him in death...
Margaret Peters
Nov 27, 2019
Margaret "Marge" Peters, 88, passed away peacefully on November 27, 2019 at The Briarwood. Born in Shreveport, LA to Louis and Rosa (Testa) Delaney, she resided in the Akron area all of her adult life. She was a parishioner of Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church in Tallmadge, Ohio. Marge enjoyed traveling, sewing, cooking, and gardening. Her greatest joy in...
Zachary Boatwright
Nov 26, 2019
In Loving Memory ofZachary T. Boatwright1991 - 2019Zachary T. Boatwright, 28, passed away November 26, 2019 and went for a long walk on the beach with God. Born in Barberton, Ohio to Christine (Severns) Boatwright and Thomas Boatwright. Zachary was a graduate of Garfield High School, class of 2010. GO RAMS!! Zachary played and enjoyed Football, Bowling, Fishing, Baseball, WWE...
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