Obituaries

Joseph Paul Seiler

Joseph Paul Seiler

Jan 14, 2019

Joseph Paul Seiler, age 90, of Akron , Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2019 at Summa Akron City Hospital.Joe was born February 12, 1928 in Akron, the son of the late Joseph and Hannah (McDonald) Seiler. He was employed by the General Tire and Rubber Company and retired after 45 years of service.Preceded in death are his beloved...

Lois J. Wolfe

Lois J. Wolfe

Jan 14, 2019

Lois J. Wolfe, age 87, of Navarre, Ohio, formerly of Akron, died on January 14, 2019 at Mercy Medical Center in Canton.She was born on January 17, 1931 in Harrodsburg, KY, the daughter of the late Leon and Clarise (nee Cozart) Stopher. Lois was a 1948 graduate of Kenmore High School in Akron and she also graduated from Akron University...

Annie Wigglesworth

Annie Wigglesworth

Jan 14, 2019

Annie Wigglesworth, 91, passed on January 14, 2019. A longtime Akron resident, she was born in Wetumpka, AL on December 15, 1927 to late parents Reddy Bickley and Rudolph Damous. Annie enjoyed music and dancing, operated her own salon and was an avid Jehovah's Witness. She was adored by everybody who knew her. In addition to her parents, Annie is...

Ellen May Belofi

Ellen May Belofi

Jan 14, 2019

Ellen May Belofi, 69, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on January 14, 2019. Ellen was born in Akron, Ohio on May 11, 1949 to the late Clarence and Esta McDaniel. Over the years, Ellen enjoyed decorating cakes and doing ceramics. She loved to joke around (especially with Pastor Bob). Ellen's pride and joy in life were...

Linda L. Akers

Linda L. Akers

Jan 14, 2019

Linda L. Akers, "Frog", age 77 of Akron, Ohio, died on Monday, January 14, 2019 at her home. She was born on March 20, 1941 in Akron, the daughter of the late Thomas and Mary Jane (nee Ott) Ward. Linda was a cook for White House Chicken and various other establishments. Frog enjoyed shopping on QVC, flowers, working puzzles, and...

Rickey Bennett

Rickey Bennett

Jan 13, 2019

Rickey "R.J." Bennett, 64, passed away on January 13, 2019. He proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps during Vietnam. R.J. retired from Beltz's Lawn and Garden Equipment and then continued to repair tractors and small engines from his home. He loved his family and was the best PawPaw ever. He is survived by his wife, Jamie Sue Bennett; daughter,...

Carolyn N. Good

Carolyn N. Good

Jan 12, 2019

Carolyn N. Good, 72, passed away surrounded by her loved ones on January 12, 2019 after battling a serious illness. Carol was preceded in death by her grandmother, Flossie Thompson; mother, Audrey Brown; and grandson, Joe. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Bob Good; 3 children, Bob (Kathy) Good, Sonya (Kevin) Swank, Kelly (Ken) Swank; sister, Karen...

Jeffrey Alan House

Jeffrey Alan House

Jan 11, 2019

Jeffrey Alan House, age 61, of Garrettsville, Ohio passed away January 11th, 2019 after a long illness. He was born in Dayton, Ohio on April 12th, 1957 to the late Philip and Jean (Evans) House. Jeff worked at Portage Industries for 5 years, retiring in 2018. He loved Pizza, Pepsi, Bowling, "The Brady Bunch", Kings Island and spending time with...

William E. Cook

William E. Cook

Jan 11, 2019

William E. Cook, 94, passed away surrounded by family on January 11, 2019. He was born May 23, 1924 to late parents Norman and Marie Cook. Bill enjoyed hunting and fishing trips with his family to Canada and spending time with his grandchildren. He retired from Firestone after 37 years. Bill proudly served as an electrician's mate in the US...

Juell D. Stinnett

Juell D. Stinnett

Jan 11, 2019

Juell (J.D.) D. Stinnett, 74, of Suffield passed away on January 11, 2019. Born in Akron OH, he attended East High School and married his high school sweetheart, Irene (Horn) and they raised their two sons, Richard (Atlanta GA) and Danny (Hurley NM) in Suffield.He is preceded in death by his parents, Percy and Estelle; brother, Delbert; and sister, Charlene...

Charlotte W. Hergenroder

Charlotte W. Hergenroder

Jan 11, 2019

Charlotte (Warren) Hergenroder1934-2019Charlotte, better known as Aunt Pie, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2019, in the presence of her family and caregivers at the Gables of Green. Charlotte resided in Kent, Ohio and was preceded in death by her loving husband of 49 years, George (Don) Hergenroder; her parents, Rebecca and Ora Warren; and her sister, Donna (June) Humes.Charlotte...

Leroy R. Smith Jr.

Leroy R. Smith Jr.

Jan 11, 2019

Leroy R. Smith Jr., 82, passed away January 11, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. He was born September 28, 1936, the son of Leroy R. Smith Sr. and Flora (Douglas) Smith. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy and worked for the Acme Grocery Company from 1955 to 1997. He began his career in the grocery stores before becoming...

Neva Dillon Ballenger

Neva Dillon Ballenger

Jan 10, 2019

Neva Dillon Ballenger, 97, passed away, 1/10/2019.Born in Byrdstown TN, she lived most of her life in the Akron area. Neva retired from General Tire. Preceded in death by husband Ralph Ballenger, and a grandson. She is survived by son Terry (Shirley) Ballenger, and daughters, Rene (Roger) Small, and Lois (David) Waldron, eight grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren, and six grt....

Rosemary J. Wilkinson

Rosemary J. Wilkinson

Jan 9, 2019

Rosemary J. Wilkinson, 69, of Barberton, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2019. Rosemary was born on June 7, 1949 in Akron, Ohio to the late Carl and Edna Wilkinson. She attended Wadsworth High School, but lived the majority of her life in Barberton. She retired from the Barberton School System.Rosemary became a mother at young age, and she would...

Mary Lou Crowe

Mary Lou Crowe

Jan 9, 2019

Mary Lou Crowe, age 91 of Akron, Ohio, passed peacefully in her sleep on January 9, 2019 at Pebble Creek Nursing Center. She was born on February 24, 1927 in Akron, Ohio, the daughter of the late William and Olga (nee Jefferson) Hansen. Mary Lou was a line dance teacher at different rec centers in the area. She enjoyed dancing...

Dayna R. Powell

Dayna R. Powell

Jan 9, 2019

Dayna R. Powell, age 60 of Akron, Ohio, died on January 9, 2019 with her family by her side. Dayna was born on October 19, 1958 in Akron. She was preceded in death by her loving parents, William James and Helen (nee Harris) Powell, and her brother, Eddie Powell.She owned the One and Only Rainbow Grille in Akron and she...

Dorothy Louise Sandy

Dorothy Louise Sandy

Jan 9, 2019

Dorothy Louise Taylor Sandy, "Dottie", age 83, of Akron, Ohio, died on January 9, 2019 at Akron City Hospital. She was born on December 27, 1935 in Akron, the daughter of the late Everett James and Edith Nina (nee Wise) Buchanan. Dorothy's kindness was a blessing, and if you ever had a chance to meet her, you would have known...

Rebecca Ellen Ross

Rebecca Ellen Ross

Jan 9, 2019

Rebecca Ellen Ross, 60, of Tallmadge, passed away on January 9, 2019. She was born in Akron on January 27, 1958. Becky was employed with Roadway for over 25 years. She loved traveling and had many fond memories of trips to Texas to visit her family. She loved soaking up the warm weather with a margarita in her hand. She...

Deborah Ann Hicks

Deborah Ann Hicks

Jan 7, 2019

Deborah A. Hicks, 62, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed unexpectedly on January 7, 2019. Debbie was born on August 22, 1956 to Carman and Phyllis Hicks. She graduated in 1974 from North High School. Debbie was a dedicated employee at Allstate Insurance company for over 20 years, where she achieved multiple awards and recognition.She loved to shop and was always looking...

William Patrick "Pat" Boyd

William Patrick "Pat" Boyd

Jan 6, 2019

William Patrick "Pat" Boyd, 78, passed away on January 6th, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. Pat was born on March 10, 1940 in Akron to the late George A. and Maggie Lou Boyd. He graduated from Garfield High School in 1958 and was a life-long resident of the Akron area. He was a proud US Army veteran. While stationed...

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