Obituaries
Henri Safi
Jun 19, 2019
Henri Safi, age 86 of Uniontown, Ohio, went to be with the Lord on June 19, 2019 after a long courageous battle with cancer. He was born on November 28, 1932 in Beruit, Lebanon, the son of the late Hannah and Marie (nee Cheirah) Safi. Henri immigrated to this country in 1957 and fulfilled his dream of becoming an American...
Cheryl Ann Mccurry
Jun 18, 2019
Cheryl Ann McCurry, 63, passed away unexpectedly on June 18, 2019. Born in Pittsburgh, PA she resided in Streetsboro, OH the past 30 years. Cheryl graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a Degree in Nursing, recently retiring as an RN at North Coast Behavioral Healthcare. She enjoyed reading, playing dominos (cheating), fishing with her husband, cloud watching, gardening, canning,...
Beverly Jean Zook
Jun 16, 2019
Beverly Jean Zook, "Bev", age 71 of Akron, Ohio died on June 16, 2019 at Bath Manor.She was born on May 29, 1948 in Akron, the daughter of the late Albert and Alma (nee Miller) Sasko. Bev was a homemaker who enjoyed sewing, cooking, and playing poker. Her greatest joy was spending time with her children and grandchildren. Survivors include...
David O. Burdette
Jun 16, 2019
David O. Burdette, 82, went home to be with the Lord on June 16, 2019. A longtime Akron resident, he was born in Ripley, WV on March 19, 1937. David loved spending time with family, especially his grandchildren, and the love of his life, Betty. He was a veteran of the US Navy.David was preceded in death by his loving...
Mary Kennedy
Jun 15, 2019
Mary Kennedy, a beloved mother and grandmother, passed away June 15, 2019 at Bath Creek Estates. Mary was an Akron area resident for most of her life and she enjoyed solving crossword puzzles, playing bingo and going to the casino.Preceded in death by husband, Edward and son, Edward, Jr., she will be sadly missed by son, Ralph (Sandy); grandchildren, David,...
John Rawdon
Jun 15, 2019
John Rawdon, 93, went Home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ June 15, 2019 surrounded by his family. Born in Akron on August 18, 1925 to Ira and Bertha (Whiteside) Rawdon, he was a lifelong resident. John was a U. S. Navy Veteran, serving in the Seabees during WWII. He worked at Goodyear Aerospace and later retired...
Jacqueline Mary Sines
Jun 14, 2019
Jacqueline Mary Sines, 90, passed away Friday, June 14, 2019, with her loving family around her. She was born January 19, 1929, the daughter of Ben and Alice {Mudd} Thompson. Jackie married Harry Sines on December 1, 1950, who passed away previously. Also preceding her in death were her parents, brothers Ben and Tom Thompson, and sister Jane Winland. She...
Paul J. Tomaiko
Jun 13, 2019
Paul J. Tomaiko, 77, of Akron, passed away on June 13, 2019. He was born in Akron on January 17, 1942 to the late Paul and Kathreen Tomaiko. Paul worked for Firestone for many years and eventually retired from Acme. He was a life member of the NRA and Ducks Unlimited. He loved hunting, fishing, and relaxing with a cold...
Joseph L. Bearer
Jun 13, 2019
Joseph L. Bearer (known as Peepaw and Papa), 1109 months old (92 years), born February 17, 1927, passed away on June 13, 2019. He was a beautiful man inside and out. Known as Snowflake, he was truly one of a kind. Joe was born in Carrolltown, PA and moved to Akron at the age of three. He graduated from Central...
Richard L. Kisela
Jun 12, 2019
Richard L. Kisela passed away peacefully at City Hospital on Thursday, June 12, 2019, after a long battle with diabetes and kidney failure. He was welcomed into the loving arms of his mother, Sophia, and his cherished Alfalfa and Darla, as well as many other loving family and friends. Richard was born on July 3, 1957 and grew up in...
Sandra Lee Johnson
Jun 12, 2019
Mrs. Sandra Kibler Johnson came into this world on December 21,1950. She was the second of three children born to Boylese Elias Kibler and Louise Crew Kibler (both deceased). She was called home on June 12, 2019. Her brother, Boylese Elias Kibler Jr, preceded her in death.She was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio and attended the Cleveland Public Schools,...
Savella Washington
Jun 10, 2019
Savella Washington, age 83, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on Monday, June 10th, 2019.Savella, affectionately known as Mickey, was born in Crawfordsville, Arkansas, and moved to Ohio in her youth. After giving birth to her three children, Savella began to experience mental illness which allowed her to live most of her life in a constant state of childlike wonder. She...
Stephen T. Labay, Sr.
Jun 10, 2019
Stephen T. Labay, Sr. passed away Monday June 10, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. Steve grew up in the family business, Johnny's Auto and Truck Towing, Inc., which his father began in 1926. He was behind the wheel of a truck as soon as his feet could reach the pedals. In addition to driving a wrecker, he spent many...
Franklin D. Kittinger
Jun 10, 2019
Frank "Lollypop" D. Kittinger, 80, of Uniontown, passed away on June 10, 2019. A memorial service will be held at his residence on August 24, 2019 at 6:00pm.
John Becker Jr.
Jun 9, 2019
John Becker Jr., 91, passed away June 9, 2019. He was born January 18, 1928 in Akron Ohio, graduated from Springfield High School and served in the U.S. Army Air Force a proud veteran of World War II. John's legacy, as a caring loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather will be remembered by all he touched. Preceded in death by...
Robert D. Mccartt Sr.
Jun 9, 2019
Robert D. "Dave" McCartt Sr., 76, of Akron passed away peacefully surrounded by his beloved family on June 9, 2019. Dave was born on September 12, 1942 in Lake City, Tennessee. He attended Beech Grove elementary school, and received further education while serving in the US Army.Dave was a hard working man who enjoyed working on cars, spending time in...
Keith S. Metzger
Jun 8, 2019
Keith S. Metzger, 51, passed away on June 8, 2019. He was born on June 15, 1967 in Wickliffe, OH to late parents Paul and Shirley Metzger. Keith enjoyed having family over to show off his barbecuing skills and also loved fishing. He was a skilled craftsman in cabinetry and lamination. In addition to his parents, Keith was preceded in...
Carl Emerson Eikelberry
Jun 8, 2019
Carl Emerson Eikelberry, 92, of Streetsboro, passed away peacefully at his home on June 8, 2019. He was born in Cambridge, Ohio on March 13, 1927 to the late Albert and Stella Eikelberry. Carl grew up in St. Clairsville, Ohio. He graduated from St. Clairsville High School in 1948 and belonged to the United Presbyterian Church. In his youth, he...
Donald Carl Buterbaugh
Jun 8, 2019
Donald Carl Buterbaugh, "Don" or "Tree Frog", age 67 passed away on June 8, 2019, with his family by his side. Don was born in Akron on February 9, 1952, the son of the late Carl "Butch" and Anna (nee Shanholtz) Buterbaugh. Other than his parents, Don was preceded in death by his siblings, Linda Blake and Ronald Buterbaugh. Survivors...
Brynn Elise Cramer
Jun 7, 2019
Brynn Elise Cramer, age 3, of Akron, Ohio, died on Friday, June 7, 2019 at Akron Children's Hospital. She was born on November 12, 2015 in Akron, the daughter of William Ian and Sarah Marie (nee Lewis) Cramer. Brynn loved to listen to music and watch Disney movies. She really loved being around her siblings. In addition to her parents,...
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