Obituaries
Ray Norman Pry
Jan 21, 2020
Ray Norman Pry, 86, of Akron, passed away on January 21, 2020. Ray was born in Akron on June 25, 1933 and graduated from Ellet High School in 1951. He proudly served in the United States Marine Corps and retired from Firestone Tire and Rubber after over 30 years of service. Ray was an avid golfer and could often be...
Jack J. Williams
Jan 21, 2020
Jack J. Williams, 68, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away after a long illness on January 21, 2020. Jack was born in Waterloo, Iowa on August 2, 1951 to the late Spike and Mildred Williams. Jack was truly one of a kind. His jokes brought a smile to everyone who knew him. He always encouraged his family to find the bright...
Meri Lynn Richmond
Jan 19, 2020
Meri Lynn Richmond (nee Morrell), 74, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on January 19, 2020.Meri loved spending time with her loving husband of 55 years, James Richmond, taking walks, tending to their yard together, and traveling. She enjoyed reading, playing Scrabble, watching criminal justice shows, and taking time out to pamper herself. Meri was very proud...
Kenneth C. Lemasters
Jan 19, 2020
Kenneth LeMasters, "Kenny", age 85 of Mogadore, Ohio, died on January 19, 2020 at Akron General Hospital. He was born in Akron on January 21, 1934, the son of the late Jasper and Orvia (nee Hunt) LeMasters.Kenny was an honorably discharged US Navy veteran, serving during the Korean War. Mr. LeMasters retired from Goodrich Chemical; he also worked for Lions...
Donald A. Dudones
Jan 19, 2020
Donald A. Dudones, 77, of Akron, passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. He was born to parents Bernard and Olive Dudones on April 13, 1942 in Akron.Preceding him in death are his parents, brother James, and son Kurt. Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Carol, of 39 years; children, Anne-Marie (Keith) Martin...
Vincent Sabitina Jr.
Jan 18, 2020
Vincent Sabitina Jr., of Uniontown, passed away after a sudden illness on January 18, 2020 at the Cleveland Clinic, surrounded by his family. Vincent was born in Akron, Ohio on February 13, 1964 to Vincent and Frances Sabitina. He graduated from Ellet High School in 1983.Vincent is preceded in death by his parents, Vincent and Frances Sabitina. He is survived...
Gary Anthony Galati
Jan 18, 2020
Gary Anthony Galati, 70, passed away at home, January 18, after a brief, courageous battle with Leukemia.Gary was a lifetime resident of Akron, graduated from Akron North High School and attended the University of Akron and served with the United States Navy for four years. He served as an Firefighter with the Akron Fire Department for 25 years earning the...
Kyle H. Hamblin
Jan 17, 2020
Kyle H. Hamblin, age 64, went home to be with the Lord on January 17, 2020 at his home. He was born on October 27, 1955 in Akron, Ohio, the son of Jacquelyn (nee Snell) Hamblin of North Canton, Ohio and the late Keith Hamblin. Kyle was retired from the Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority after 25 years of service. Kyle...
Harry Oberlin Peck, Jr.
Jan 17, 2020
My sweetheart, Harry O. Peck, 78, of Tallmadge passed away January 17, 2020. Harry was born on October 22, 1941 in Akron, Ohio to Harry O. and Evelyn {Barr} Peck. He was a graduate of Ellet High School, retired as a Maintenance Supervisor from various companies, Norton Co., Babcock & Wilcox, and Midwest Rubber. He was a United States Air...
Anthony William Dzoch
Jan 17, 2020
Anthony William Dzoch, 56, of Akron went home to be with the Lord on January 17, 2020.Tony was a member of VFW Post 1062 and more recently the PAC of Akron. He enjoyed fishing, going to the casino, traveling, and just being out in nature. Tony was known to have a passion for drawing, being creative, and being helpful to...
Karen Marie Peoples
Jan 16, 2020
Karen M. {Bernhardt} Peoples, age 67 of Akron passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2020. She was born on June 12, 1952 . Proceeded in death by husband Darrell Peoples and daughter Wanakie Peoples, Karen is survived by her three sons Shawanakie Peoples, Rashawn Peoples, Casual Woods; and their wives; 13 grandchildren; four siblings. A devoted, loving and supportive mother,...
Adamo V. Lattarulo
Jan 16, 2020
Adamo Vittorio Lattarulo, 89, died on January 16, 2020. He was born in the coastal hill town of Roccella Ionica in the Province of Calabria, Italy on September 3 1930. He came to America with his wife Vincenza "Virginia"and five year old daughter, Luigina "Louise" in 1967. He was originally a carpenter by trade, construction worker and worked at Ken-Tool...
Wilma Jean Hagerman Sandy
Jan 16, 2020
Wilma Jean Hagerman Sandy, age 88 of Akron passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2020, with her family by her side. She was born on April 17, 1931, the daughter of Walter B. and Norma {Pfeifer} Rockhold.Wilma was preceded in death by her first love, Lloyd P. Hagerman, her parents, two brothers, Henry and Kenny Rockhold, and sister Wanda Kimes.Wilma...
Rodney Paul Robinson
Jan 15, 2020
Rodney Paul Robinson, "Rob", age 53, of Akron, Ohio, was born on August 1, 1966 and passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2020.He was the son of Fred (Fran) Robinson of Newcomerstown, Ohio and the late Ginger "Susie" (nee Lackey) McCracken. Rob served honorably in the US Army during Operation Desert Storm. After his 8 years of service, he worked...
Kenneth James Lelonek
Jan 15, 2020
Kenneth "Ken" James Lelonek, 65, passed away quietly on January 15, 2020 after a long battle with cancer. He was born in Buffalo, New York and moved to the Akron area in the 70s.Kenneth served in the Army during the Vietnam War and worked for Akron Porcelain and Plastics for over forty years. He was also a member of VFW...
Kenneth L Hefner
Jan 15, 2020
Kenneth L Hefner, "Hef", age 70 , lost his battle with lung cancer on January 15, 2020. Kenny was born on April 20, 1949 in Akron, the son of the late Kenneth Lee and Maxine (nee French) Hefner. He graduated from Akron East High School in 1967. Kenny worked at General Tire and Monarch Rubber. His last stop was the...
Phillip Andrew Gray
Jan 14, 2020
Phillip Andrew "Phil" Gray, an award-winning former sportswriter for the Chillicothe Gazette, left this life on January 14, 2020 to reunite with his beloved dog Elwood, his best friend Scott and numerous family members that have preceded him on their journey. He was born on March 10, 1975 to Phyllis and Karl Gray. Phil grew up in Jodie, West Virginia...
Walter S. Ebright
Jan 14, 2020
Walter S. Ebright, 57, of North Canton, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2020, at his home surrounded by love. Walter was born in Chester, Pennsylvania, to Joseph and Joan Ebright on November 18, 1962. He graduated from Chichester High School, Pennsylvania, in 1980. Walter served in the US Navy from 1981-1984 as a Boatswain's Mate on the USS...
Shirley J. Fletcher
Jan 14, 2020
Shirley J. Fletcher, 75, of Rootstown, OH passed away on January 14, 2020. A memorial service will be held at 2pm on Wednesday, January 22 at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron with visitation one hour prior to service.
Paul W. Roberts, Sr.
Jan 14, 2020
Paul William Roberts Sr., 68 passed away on January 14, 2020 after a short battle with cancer. He was born on April 28, 1951, to the late Paul and Ruby (McLemore) Roberts.Also preceded in death by his wife Crystal; brother Wayne; sister Peggy; daughter Shelly; and in-laws Dave and Olga Kinsey.He is survived by his children; Jason (Tammy) and Jeremy...
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