Obituaries
John A. Myers
May 3, 2019
John A. Myers, 59, of Uniontown, went home to be with the Lord after a long battle with lung cancer on May 3, 2019. He was born on January 1, 1960 in Alliance, Ohio to parents, Donald and Jean Myers. He attended Waterloo High School, and served in the US Airforce. He later graduated from the University of Akron. John...
David Alan Gay
May 2, 2019
David A. Gay, 56, passed away May 2, 2019 as a result of a motorcycle accident. Born in Akron to Charles P. and Olive B. (Thorne) Gay, he was a lifelong area resident. He greatly enjoyed his motorcycles and his brotherhood with the OMENS, recently earning the name "FREEDOM FLYER". David was blessed late in life with a son who...
Barbara A. Herr
May 2, 2019
Barbara A. Herr passed away on May 2, 2019, at the age of 66. She was born December 3, 1952 to William and Violet Herr. She graduated with honors from Our Lady of the Elms. She graduated from Kent State University with a bachelors degree in journalism. She was a passionate journalist who loved photography, history, reading, and writing. She...
Lewis Scott
May 1, 2019
Lewis (Lus) Scott, passed away at the age of 76 at Aultman Hospital on Wednesday, May 1, 2019.Lus was born March 31, 1943 in Wilmington, North Carolina to Lewis and Hazel (Gavins) Scott.Preceded in death by father, Lewis Scott; mother, Hazel Twilla; step-father, John L. Twilla; siblings, Francine Scott, Norman Scott, and Michelle Williams. Survived by son, Lewis (Suzanne) Scott...
Dustin E. Easterling
May 1, 2019
Dustin E. Easterling, 39, of Akron, passed away unexpectedly on May 1, 2019. He had a heart of gold and would do anything for those he loved. Dustin enjoyed fishing, spending time with his friends and family, especially his daughters, Hannah and Willa. He was preceded in death by his grandparents. Dustin is survived by his mother, Linda (Jim) Keener,...
Margaret L. Munro
May 1, 2019
Margaret L. Munro, 94, passed away on May 1, 2019. Margaret was born in Akron on February 4, 1925 to the late George and Jeanie May McKee. Margaret loved to travel and had fond memories of many vacations and her winters in Florida. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend and will be truly missed by all who...
Stanley "Paul" Davis
May 1, 2019
Stanley "Paul" Davis , 90, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on May 1, 2019.Paul was an Army veteran, serving from 1946-1948. He was an active member of the Akron Baptist Temple, serving as a church deacon and superintendent of the Busy Bee Sunday School Department. His faith in and service to the Lord Jesus, and his...
Joseph Richard Falkenstein
May 1, 2019
Joseph Richard Falkenstein, "Joe", age 85 of Tallmadge, Ohio, died on Wednesday, May 1, 2019 at the Hospice Care Center in Copley. He was born on November 30, 1933 in Akron, the son of the late Joseph and Mary (nee Keberle) Falkenstein. Mr. Falkenstein worked at Ford Motor Company in Bedford for 10 years, where he did his apprenticeship in...
William Maynard Gibson Jr.
May 1, 2019
William Maynard Gibson Jr., 81, of Springfield Twp., passed away on May 1, 2019. Bill was born in Akron on December 8, 1937 to the late William and Mary Gibson Sr. He retired from Goodyear Stow Mold after over 20 years of service. In his free time, Bill loved to watch NASCAR, the Indians, and the Browns. He was an...
James Jones, Sr.
Apr 30, 2019
James "Jake" Jones, Sr. went home to join his wife with Jesus on April 30, 2019.Jake was an excellent example of a father, husband and grandfather. Through his diligence and hard work he more than provided for his family throughout his lifetime. He served in the Korean War during which he was stationed in Germany. He retired from the City...
Linda Beatrice Williamson
Apr 30, 2019
Linda Beatrice Williamson, "MiMi", age 74, of Akron, Ohio, died on April 30, 2019 at Akron General Hospital, after a battle with cancer, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 7, 1944 in Akron, the daughter of the late Chester C. and Mary Helen (nee Davis) Duff. MiMi was a graduate of Kenmore High School and was...
Steven O. Donatelli
Apr 29, 2019
Steve O. Donatelli, 59, of Akron passed away on Monday, April 29, 2019. What kind of man did we lose that day? A man that always put his family first and made sure they had food on the table and new clothing for his children every school year. A man that loved his wife so incredibly much that he cut...
Eva Marie Lucas
Apr 28, 2019
Eva Marie Breiding-Lucas, 63, of Cuyahoga Falls, left us while sleeping peacefully in a private hospice room at Summa Akron, on April 28, 2019.She was born on November 12, 1955 to Philip and the late Marietta Breiding. Eva leaves behind her father, Philip Breiding; two brothers, Paul and Nick; two sisters, Deborah and Marietta; and many nieces and nephews who...
Christine Marie Vesa
Apr 28, 2019
Christine M. Vesa, 33, of Akron, passed away unexpectedly after a sudden illness on April 28, 2019. She was born on March 2, 1986 in Akron, Ohio. Christine had a heart of gold and would do anything for those she loved. She enjoyed camping, crafting, and reading. Christine was a straight shooter that wasn't afraid to speak her mind. She...
John A. Esque
Apr 27, 2019
John A. Esque, 80, passed away after a brief illness surrounded by family on April 27, 2019. After proudly serving as an Army veteran, he worked for the City of Akron retiring from the Akron Fire Department as a Lieutenant after 27 years of service. The Soap Box Derby played a major role in John's life. He raced in the...
Nancy Lou Sayre
Apr 26, 2019
Nancy Lou Sayre, age 59 of Tallmadge, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on April 26, 2019 at her home with her loving spouse by her side, after a courageous and admirable fight against cancer. She was born on May 28, 1959 in Barberton, Ohio, the daughter of the late Edward B. and Lena Mae (Melacon) Crafton. Nancy...
Marvin C. Cottrell
Apr 26, 2019
Marvin Cottrell, 84, has passed in peace on April 26, 2019. He was born September 1, 1934 in Akron, Ohio.Marvin was a hardworking, industrious man. He worked many jobs to support his family. Marvin was a cook in the Army. He knew how to repair everything on semi trucks and trailers. Marvin loved to fish but this was second to...
Michelle L. Mcghee
Apr 24, 2019
Our dearest angel, Michelle L. McGhee, went to be with her Lord on April 24, 2019. She fought hard until the end and is now at peace. Michelle was born on November 3, 1967 in Massillon, Ohio. She was a member of Park United Methodist Church since childhood and worked at Save-A-Lot in Coventry for 15 years. She was a...
James Michael Elam
Apr 23, 2019
James Michael Elam passed away peacefully in his sleep on April 23rd, 2019. He was 62 years old. He issurvived by his 2 sons, James M. Elam II age 35 and Benjamin Aaron Elam age 30 as well as his wife RoseElam.James M. Elam was born in Peninsula Ohio on November 8th 1956 to parents Ethel and Harv Elam. Hegrew...
Patrick A. Martell
Apr 23, 2019
Patrick A. Martell, 69, of Akron, passed away April 23, 2019. He was born in Akron, Ohio on August 2, 1949 to the late Clair and Joan Martell. Patrick is survived by children, Tim and Andy (Ceci); sister, Theresa; brothers, Joe (Marcella) and Floyd (Linda); grandchildren, Kyle, Jillian, Collin, Timothy, Abbigayle, and Dalyla. Funeral service will be held Tuesday, April...
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