Obituaries
David Richard Wiolland, Jr. "Pie"
Mar 14, 2019
On March 14, 2019 we lost a great brother, best friend, terrific uncle and all around wonderful man. Surrounded by family, David age 66, passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with lung disease. David proudly served his country in the U.S. Army with honor and distinction.He was an avid golfer especially enjoying his league play and championship year. David...
Cheryl Sue Gant
Mar 14, 2019
Cheryl Sue Gant, age 61, of Springfield Township, Ohio, died on March 14, 2019 at her home. She was born on March 13, 1958 in Akron, the daughter of the late Leland and Bonneta (nee Stratton) Adkins.Cheryl was a graduate of Ellet High School and was a homemaker. She enjoyed sewing, and spending time with her grandchildren and family.Survivors include...
Charles H. Pensyl
Mar 13, 2019
Charles H. Pensyl, "Chuck", age 100, of Hartville, Ohio, formerly of Akron, died on Thursday, June 13, 2019 in Hartville. He was born June 22, 1918 in Akron, the son of the late Donald L. and Elizabeth (nee Lucas) Pensyl.Mr. Pensyl was an honorably discharged US Army veteran, serving during WWII, his rank was corporal.Chuck was a wood pattern maker...
Johnathan Neil Vanbuskirk
Mar 13, 2019
Johnathan "John John" Neil VanBuskirk, 37, passed away unexpectedly March 13, 2019 at home. He was an amazing father, husband, brother and son. John John dedicated his time after work to his daughter's softball team, which he coached the past six years. He was also always there to lend a hand to his son's wrestling team. He was known for...
Karma J. Sica
Mar 13, 2019
Karma J. Sica, 80, of Ellet, passed peacefully surrounded by her daughters on March 13, 2019. She was born on June 27, 1938 in Maynard, Ohio to the late Ernest and Emma Yanssens. Karma was an avid Cavs fan. She loved playing bingo, and treasured her time spent in the activity room at Bath Creek Estates. Above anything, Karma loved...
Sandra L. Dragash
Mar 13, 2019
Sandra L. Dragash, age 79, of Mogadore, Ohio, went home to be with our Lord on March 13, 2019 at Akron City Hospital. She was born on July 9, 1939 in Akron, the daughter of the late Gerald and Edna (nee Schultz) Zelnar. Sandra was a 1957 graduate of South High School and she also attended Akron University. Sandra worked...
Sharon Mae Alvarez
Mar 12, 2019
Sharon Mae Alvarez, "Sherry", passed away peacefully on March 12, 2019, surrounded by her loving family. Sherry is survived by her beloved husband, Don of 32 wonderful years. She and Don enjoyed watching all sports together, especially all the Cleveland Teams and The Ohio State Buckeyes.Sherry is also survived by her dear sister, her best friend, and bingo partner, Joyce...
Ruth Ann White (Nee Banks)
Mar 9, 2019
Ruth Ann White (nee Banks), 58, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on March 9, 2019. She was born in Michigan on November 12, 1960 to the late Leon Williams and Mary Alice Banks. She was known as Tootsie to those that knew and loved her. Tootsie devoted her time to family and caring for others. She...
William W. Mcintyre
Mar 9, 2019
William "Pops" W. McIntyre, 87, of Akron, passed away suddenly surrounded by his family on March 9, 2019.Pops was born on March 27, 1931 in Akron, Ohio. He proudly served in the US Army from 1948 until 1951. His basic training took place in Fort Knox, Kentucky. He served with the 7th division-17th infantry regiment, and for 18 of those...
Robert L. Clark Jr.
Mar 9, 2019
Robert L. Clark Jr., 61, of Stow, passed away on March 9, 2019. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio on April 19, 1957. Bob will always be remembered for his great sense of humor. He loved working on cars, NASCAR, baseball, and watching Hee Haw and the Mollie B Polka Party. He was a devoted husband, father, son, brother and...
Peggy Marie Kaminski
Mar 9, 2019
Peg's spirit left this world on March 09, 2019 after a 4 year battle with cancer. Peg was born on May 20, 1950 in Akron, Ohio to John Sniderhan & Virginia (Lange) Sniderhan. She was the oldest of five siblings. She moved with her family to southern California at an early age because of her mother's health. After the death...
Dorothy Marie Harshbarger
Mar 9, 2019
Dorothy Marie (Mayhew) Harshbarger, 84, went to be with her Lord on March 9, 2019. She was born to Lizzie (Bittinger) Mayhew and Patrick Ryan Mayhew on February 18, 1935 in Swanton, MD. She was a loving, kind, and generous person to all. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Leon Harshbarger Sr.; two sisters and four brothers....
Jeffrey E. Parsons
Mar 8, 2019
Jeffrey E. Parsons, 56, born December 1, 1962, passed away on March 8, 2019. Jeff is survived by his loving parents, Robert E. Parsons I and Barbara Parsons; brother, Timothy Parsons and niece, Jessica Parsons; children, Jeffrey R Parsons, Robert E. Parsons II, Britney Parsons, Joey Parsons, and Carmia Parsons; granddaughter, River Overly-Parsons. He was preceded in death by his...
Joyce Neitz
Mar 8, 2019
After 30 years of battling cardiovascular disease, Joyce Neitz, 68, is finally at peace and not suffering anymore. Friday March 8, 2019, Joyce passed away surrounded by family and friends. She was an accomplished photographer and enjoyed traveling. Joyce loved spending time with her grandchildren, shopping and cooking dinner. She was a huge LeBron fan attending many games. Joyce retired...
Leroy "Lee" Meloy Jr.
Mar 7, 2019
Leroy "Lee" Meloy Jr., 66, of Brimfield, passed away March 7, 2019. He was a loyal caring husband, a great father and a kind and courteous man who enjoyed nature and hunting the hills of West Virginia, and riding motorcycles with family and friends. Leroy was preceded in death by parents, Leroy Sr. and Betty Meloy, and sister, Georgia. He...
Melvin R.(Tom) Anderson Sr.
Mar 7, 2019
On March 7, 2019, we lost the kindest, loving, most inspirational man. We were incredibly blessed to have him for 95 1/2 wonderful years. His wisdom, guidance, and love has forever impacted many, many lives. He brought laughter and happiness to everyone who met him. A proud veteran of the United States Army, Tom served during World War II from...
Francis A. Santee
Mar 7, 2019
Francis A. Santee, 88, went home to be with the Lord on March 7, 2019 after a brief illness. He worked at Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. from 1970-1996 as a finish carpenter and also built many houses in the area. Francis loved singing and sang with many gospel groups throughout his lifetime. He was greatly loved and will be...
Misty L. Noble
Mar 6, 2019
Misty L. Noble, 41, of Lakemore, passed away on March 6, 2019 after a lengthy illness.Misty was born on August 8, 1977 in Akron, Ohio. She attended Akron East High School. Misty enjoyed crocheting, doing word puzzles on the computer, and she loved butterflies.Misty was preceded in death by her father, William Pullin; her grandparents, Mary and Carol Bennett, Wilda...
Florence Miriam Benson
Mar 6, 2019
Florence Miriam Benson, "Miriam" (mom hated the name Florence), age 95, of Brimfield Township, Ohio died on March 6, 2019, Ash Wednesday, at her home. She was born on June 1, 1923 in Akron, the daughter of the late Howard and Florence Clementz.She met her husband while she was a cheerleader and he was a basketball player at Central High...
Mildred Fetters
Mar 5, 2019
Mildred Fetters, 89, went home to be with the Lord on March 5, 2019 after a brief illness. A resident of Kent, she was born in Canton on January 8, 1930. Mildred was an avid Cavs, Browns and Indians fan. She was a stay-at-home mom, a realtor in the Kent area for many years and a longtime member of The...
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