Feb 7, 2020

In loving memory of Katherine O. Traveny, 96, of Akron, Ohio. Went to be with the Lord Friday, February 7, 2020. She spent her entire career working at Akron Children's Hospital and was a lifelong member of the South Arlington United Methodist Church.Kay was born in South Point, Ohio on December 29, 1923 to Cummins and Lorene (Faverty) Gannon. In...

Feb 6, 2020

Carol J. Pinney, 80, of Akron, passed away at her residence on February 6, 2020 surrounded by her family. She was born to parents Marshall and Elsie on April 22, 1939. She graduated from Ellet High School, class of 1958.Carol was a member of the Community Baptist Temple church where she volunteered in the nursery, watching the newborns. She was...

Feb 5, 2020

Thomas D. McConnell, 70, passed away suddenly on February 5, 2020 in Sarasota, FL.Tom was born March 26, 1949 in Mingo Junction, Ohio, the son of the late Yola (Torrieri) & David McConnell.Tom as a graduate of The Ohio State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and a Master's Degree in Hospital Administration. Upon graduation from OSU, Tom...

Feb 5, 2020

Gary J. Boarman, 74, of Akron, Ohio, passed away surrounded by his loving family on February 5, 2020 after a short, courageous battle with cancer.Gary was preceded in death by his mother, Mary R. Davison and his father, Joseph L. Boarman. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Brenda (Stover); children, Denise Boarman (fiancé, Scott Holland), Robert...

Feb 5, 2020

Helena Joanne "Joey" Hughes, 87, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2020. Born in Davis, WV to Vance and F. Helena (Lease) Burger, she resided in the Akron area all of her adult life. She was a longtime member of Hope Lutheran Church as well as the F.O.E. #2736 Ladies Auxiliary, Red Hat Group. She also worked at the Tallmadge...

Feb 4, 2020

Linda M. Bennett, age 70 of Akron, Ohio passed away on February 4, 2020 at her home. She was born on June 15, 1949 the daughter of Gaza Zeffer and Anna (nee Pursley) Zeffer.Linda loved to play bingo, make quilts, and going to casinos. She was the greatest caregiver anyone could ever ask for. Her greatest joy was spending time...

Feb 4, 2020

Feb 3, 2020

Thomas Michael "Woody" Wood, 47, passed away February 3, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, George Wood Jr. and Rosemary Lorkowski, and brother, George Wood III. Woody is survived by sister, Andrea Wood; sister-in-law, Kimberly White; nieces, Kathryn and Britanni; and great-nieces, Payton and Tristan. Visitation will be held Friday, February 7 from 4-6pm at Newcomer Funeral...

Feb 2, 2020

Veronica Wanda Adam, born December 31, 1933 passed away surrounded by family on February 2, 2020. She worked at Akron Board of Education for most of her life. she was preceded in death by her husbands James Ford and Steve Adam. She leaves behind her sister Delora Street; "her children" Rod (fiancée Cindy Idone) and Tanya (Kenneth) Sherlock; grandchildren Jessica,...

Feb 2, 2020

Dustin Kyle Adams, 28, of Akron passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, February 2, 2020. Dustin was from Akron and graduated from Ellet High School in 2009. He did HVAC roofing, and currently employed at Little Tikes. Dustin enjoyed being the life of the party, spending time with his family, and friends. He enjoyed camping, and being outdoors. But most of...

Feb 2, 2020

Shirley Ann Cobb, age 69 of Akron passed away on Sunday, February 2, 2020 with her family by her side. She was born on September 21, 1950, the daughter of Roy and Ethel I. {Swain} Higgins. Shirley will be dearly missed by her husband, Jeff; daughters Tammy (Doug) Whited and Anna Martin; grandchildren Jacqueline, Quartni, and Cameron; puppies Poe and...

Feb 1, 2020

Willie MacArthur Shepard Aka "Mac" "Shep", 77, accepted his wings on Saturday February 1, 2020. Mac was born May 20, 1942 in Wetumpka, Alabama to the late Velta (Shepard) Adamson.Mac was preceded in death by his mother, Velta (Shepard) Adamson, Special Aunt Ruby Smith, Brothers: Elma Clyde Adamson, Hildred Adamson, George Adamson and Robert Adamson.Mac leaves to cherish his memory,...

Feb 1, 2020

Our beloved Dom, 17, was taken from us unexpectedly on February 1, 2020. Dominick was so full of life, with a heart bigger than you could imagine. He had an unforgettable smile that could light up a room. He left a memorable impression on so many lives. He loved spending time with his family, especially his little sister. He loved...

Feb 1, 2020

Helen Zimmerman, age 93, passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2020. She was born on October 18, 1926 in Granite City, IL, and moved to Akron a few years later. Helen spent most of her life in the Firestone Park area.She graduated from Garfield High School in 1944 and started working at S. S. Kresge (now K-Mart) for several years;...

Feb 1, 2020

Jack W. Krager, 73, died February 1, 2020 surrounded by his family after a short but courageous battle with cancer. Born December 22, 1946 in Akron, OH to the late Howard and Geraldine Krager. The leader of this family, Jack was a devoted husband, father, brother, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was a hardworking man who was always willing to lend...

Feb 1, 2020

Emanuel E. Lockett, "Big M", 66, of Akron, went home to be with his Lord on February 1, 2020. He was born in Akron on September 22, 1953 to the late Allan A. and Sallie Mae (nee Gaines) Lockett. Big M graduated from East High School and retired from Local 894 after over 30 years of service. He received Christ...

Feb 1, 2020

Dortha "Dottie" Thomas, 91, of Akron, passed away on February 1, 2020. Dottie was born in Accident, Maryland on January 10, 1929 to the late Walter and Prema Haenftling. She retired from a career in food service at Springfield Schools and was a longtime member of North Springfield Presbyterian Church. In her free time, she enjoyed playing euchre and cheering...

Jan 31, 2020

J.R. Hobbs, 47, of Portage Lakes, passed away suddenly on January 31, 2020 of natural causes. He loved cooking, football (especially the Ravens), and spending time with his family. J.R. will be deeply missed by his wife of 15 years, Kathy Keller; son, Max Keller; mother and father-in-law, Nancy and Larry Spier; brothers-in-law, Mark (Anna) Keller and Steven (Katey) Spier;...

Jan 31, 2020

Christina Ann Ward-Rex, 41, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2020 with her loving family surrounding her, after a very courageous battle with stage four liver cancer. She looked her cancer straight in the face and fought bravely and courageously the whole time, until her body just couldn't fight anymore. She was born on March 12, 1978 at Barberton Hospital...

Jan 31, 2020

Robert E. "Bobby" Eddy, age 67 of Akron passed away on Friday, January 31, 2020. He was born on August 13, 1952, the son of Earl F. and Bertha J. {Metts} Eddy. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, brother Thomas Eddy, sister Betty Gearhart, and brothers-in-law Edward Reeder and Robert Gearhart. He is survived by his love of...