Obituaries
Rhea J. Gordon
Feb 12, 2019
Rhea J. Gordon, age 84 of Akron, Ohio, died on Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at Pebble Creek Nursing Home.She was born in Akron on June 18, 1934, the daughter of the late Cecil D. Clark and the late Rhea (nee Trautman) Clark Brenner.Rhea owned and operated ARJAY'S Signs and Things in Akron for 12 years. She enjoyed cooking, baking, especially...
Robin Paula Laughlin
Feb 10, 2019
Robin Paula Laughlin, 61, of Akron, Ohio passed away on February 10, 2019. Robin was born in Akron on April 24, 1957. She devoted her life to taking care of her family and her home. She will be truly missed by everyone who knew her. Robin was preceded in death by her father, Jake Cunningham; stepfather, Dick Erickson; brother, Johnny...
Charles W. Kitzmiller Jr.
Feb 10, 2019
Charles "Chuck" W. Kitzmiller Jr., 75, of Garrettsville and most recently, Wadsworth, passed peacefully surrounded by his family on February 10, 2019. Chuck was born June 14, 1943 in Fairview, West Virginia to the late Kathryn and Charles W. Kitzmiller Sr. Chuck served in the US Army in the early '60's. He was a lifetime member of the Eagles Club...
Sally L. Weyrick
Feb 9, 2019
Sally L. Weyrick, 80, of Akron, went home to be with her Lord on February 9, 2019. She was born in Suffield, OH on June 6, 1938 to the late George and Peggy Arnette. Sally loved spending time with her family, gardening and cooking.In addition to her parents, Sally is preceded in death by her loving husband of 57 years,...
Cheryl S. Rexrode (Atha)
Feb 8, 2019
Cheryl Rexrode (Atha) was born on February 9th,1948 and after a brave battle with cancer died on February 8th, 2019. Cheryl was a long time community member of Brimfield, Ohio. She attended Field High School and was a proud member of the class of 1966. Organizing reunions and socializing with "the kids" of '66 brought her tons of joy. Cheryl...
Charles Scott Edwards Jr.
Feb 8, 2019
Charles Scott Edwards Jr, 59, of Akron, passed away on February 8, 2019. He was born on October 6, 1959 in Columbus, Ohio to Roberta Edwina (nee Turner) and Charles S. Edwards Sr.Charles was fun to be around and had a great sense of humor. He had a strong mind, spirit and heart. He was an extremely hardworking man and...
Boyd Swinfield Thomas
Feb 8, 2019
Boyd Swinfield Thomas, 91, of Springfield Twp., went home to be with the Lord on February 8, 2019 at 4:04p.m. at his residence, surrounded by family. Born on September 23, 1927 son of the late George E. Thomas and Marietta Krantz. Boyd worked as a mechanic all of his life. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, hunting, was an avid outdoorsman, loved...
Frank Joseph Balint Jr.
Feb 8, 2019
Frank Joseph Balint Jr., 91, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, February 8, 2019. He was born December 9, 1927 in Yonkers, New York to Frank and Helen Balint. He spent his childhood years in Yonkers, NY, Little Rock, AR, and Morgantown, WV. He enlisted in the service immediately after graduating from St. Francis High School in...
Terry Charles Weiland
Feb 8, 2019
Terry Charles Weiland, age 75 of Akron, Ohio, died unexpectedly on Friday, February 8, 2019 at his home. He was born on July 23, 1943 in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, the son of the late Gilbert Charles and Edith (nee Cole) Weiland.Terry was a supervisor for Cummins Diesel and also Reiter Dairy. He enjoyed trap shooting and working on his vehicles....
Lilly Ruth Wilson
Feb 6, 2019
Lilly Ruth Wilson was born on July 11, 1916 in Eufaula, Alabama to Ella and Silas Morton. She was the youngest of 4 children which included Julia, Lindy and Washington Morton. In 1935, she moved from Eufaula to Hartford, Connecticut where she met and wed Mr. Cleveland Hargrove (deceased) where they remained for many years. To this union was born...
Dorothy L. Alexander
Feb 6, 2019
Dorothy L. Alexander, 88, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2019. She was born in Tallmadge, graduated from Tallmadge HS in 1948 and was a longtime resident of Cuyahoga Falls. Dorothy retired from Lawson Milk Company after many years of service. She enjoyed sewing, home improvement projects and jigsaw puzzles. She was preceded in death by her husband of 51...
Jesse James Williamson Jr.
Feb 6, 2019
Jesse James Williamson Jr., passed away on February 6, 2019. He was born on November 20, 1938 in Montgomery, Alabama. He was educated in the Akron Public School System, graduating from Hower Vocational High School. While attending Hower, he mastered the trade mechanical drafting, earned the Manhood Award, and graduated third in his class. He also received several awards in...
Vernon L. Leasure
Feb 6, 2019
Vernon L. Leasure, age 96 of Mogadore, Ohio, died on Wednesday, February 6, 2019 at Akron City Hospital, his skilled hands and compassionate heart are now at rest. He was born on September 28, 1922 in Caldwell, Ohio, the son of the late Joseph L. and Anna (nee McElfresh) Leasure. Vernon was an honorably discharged US Army combat veteran of...
Barbara J. Berkenstock
Feb 5, 2019
Akron native Barbara J Berkenstock, 71, went to be with the Lord February 5 2019. Barb was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Jean Greene; her husband, Donald Berkenstock; and sister, Debbie Allen.Barb is survived by her son, Dave (Jeanie) Berkenstock; sister, Donna Kemp; brother, Raymond Greene; grandchildren, Alan, Abby and Dan; as well as many cousins, church...
Kathleen Marie Shartzer
Feb 5, 2019
Kathleen Marie Shartzer, "Kathy", age 80 of Uniontown, Ohio, died at Akron City Hospital on February 5, 2019. She was born in Akron on June 25, 1938, the daughter of the late Joseph and Frances (nee Bechter) Wehrlin. Kathy was a waitress at Steinly's Restaurant in Akron for many years. She loved to play bingo and play cards. Survivors include...
Rodney "Rod" Dean Young
Feb 4, 2019
Rodney "Rod" Dean Young, 62, passed away February 4, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. Rod was born on April 21st, 1956 in Akron, Ohio to parents Tilbert and Donna Young. An employee of Metro RTA for over three decades, Rod was known and loved by many in the Akron community. An avid bargain hunter, he spent his free time...
Aileson Rosalie Holcomb
Feb 3, 2019
Aileson "Rose" Holcomb, 79, of Mogadore, passed away on February 3, 2019. Rose was born on November 21, 1939 in Webster Springs, West Virginia to the late Leslie and Opal Carpenter. She worked for over 30 years at Fiesta Pizza. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a very generous person with a big heart.In addition to...
Marie Terese Hilton
Feb 2, 2019
Marie Terese Hilton, 50, of Akron, passed away February 2, 2019. Many knew her as Marie, but only a few had the pleasure of knowing her as MiMi. Marie was the epitome of a woman who loved her family with all she had. She was a natural born leader, from teaching and instructing yoga meditation classes, to helping guide anyone...
Nancy Ann Decoursey
Feb 1, 2019
Nancy Ann DeCoursey, 74, of Barberton, passed away on February 1, 2019 with family by her side. Nancy had many careers, but her favorites were working as a travel agent for AAA in Barberton and her work as a parking attendant at Summa Barberton. She was very creative and enjoyed scrapbooking and making cards. She loved all Ohio sports teams,...
Daniel E. Fassnacht
Jan 31, 2019
Daniel E. Fassnacht, "Danny", age 91 of Akron, Ohio, died on January 31, 2019 in Palm Harbor, FL. He was born in Akron on June 27, 1927, the son of the late Earl and Emma (nee Schalmo) Fassnacht. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Tootsie; his sons, Alan and Michael Fassnacht, and grandson, David Fassnacht. His four...
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