Obituaries
Melanie B. Caudill
Oct 28, 2018
Melanie B. Caudill, 45, went home to be with the Lord on October 28, 2018. She was a lifelong resident of the Akron area. She loved riding on the back of her husband's Harley and loved her profession as a RN for many years. Melanie worked at The Cleveland Clinic, Mercy Hospital, Summa (City) Hospital, and lastly as an ER...
Dennis R. Mooney
Oct 27, 2018
Dennis R. Mooney, 63, of Brimfield, passed away October 27, 2018. Dennis was born in Streetsboro, Ohio on July 10, 1955 to the late Arthur and Edith Mooney. Dennis was a dedicated employee of the Postal Service where he worked at the Akron location on Wolf Ledges for many years. He enjoyed spending time outdoors hiking, camping and having bonfires...
Richard L. Cunningham
Oct 27, 2018
Richard L. Cunningham, 78, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away suddenly, October 27, 2018. He is survived by his wife of 17 years, Marilyn; and sister, Linda Cunningham of North Carolina. He is also survived by his loving family, Jeff & Tracie Engelhart of Cuyahoga Falls; five wonderful grandchildren, Shannon (Shaun), John, Keri, Aaron and Taylor; and great-grandchild, Shandon. Richard also...
Miriam Grace Richard
Oct 27, 2018
Miriam Grace Richard, age 96, left this earth for heaven on October 27, 2018.She was born on September 14, 1922 in Akron, the daughter of the late William John and Lois Marie (nee Bucy) Warjon. She was also preceded in death by her sisters, Betty Kern, Lois Bobaly, and her brother, Robert Warjon. She is survived by her children, Lois...
Adrienne J. King
Oct 26, 2018
Adrienne King (Wilsford)Adrienne King, of Akron, loving wife and mother, passed away on October 26, 2018. She is preceded in death by her parents, Ruth and Walter Wilsford. Adrienne is survived by her husband Edward, brother Walter Wilsford, son Michael King (Barb), daughter Michelle Hampu (Miguel Quiros); grandchildren Rachel King, Amanda Bohman (Rob), Nicholas Hampu, Kristen Hampu and great grandson...
Christian James Gibson
Oct 26, 2018
The family of Christian James Gibson, sadly announces his un-timely and sudden passing.On October 26, 2018 Christian began his travels on the stairway to Heaven.He is survived by his infant daughter Kamiyah Gibson and mother Katana Sanders. Parents, James and Desiree Czerpak of Akron; sisters, Alexis Czerpak and Sierra Williams; and brother, Norman Copley; maternal grandparents, Lynn Nocolao of Akron...
Mike D. Walker, Sr.
Oct 26, 2018
Mike D. Walker, 65, of Akron, passed away October 26, 2018. Mike was born in Akron, Ohio on August 12, 1953 to the late Claude and Lois Walker. Mike proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps and was a long-time member of the Eagles Aerie #555. Mike was the life of the party and he will be truly...
Mary E. Pfaff
Oct 26, 2018
Mary E. Pfaff "Betty," 75, passed away on October 26, 2018. Betty retired from Ohio Edison to focus on raising her family. Betty enjoyed crocheting, sewing and spending time with her friends and family, especially her grandchildren.Preceded in death by her parents, Stanley and Bertha; her husband of 48 years, Jack Pfaff, and nephew, James Allen Davis.Survivors include her sons,...
Nelson L. Balsinger
Oct 26, 2018
Nelson L. Balsinger, 74, went home to be with the Lord on October 26, 2018. A longtime resident of Cuyahoga Falls, he was born in Greene County, PA on March 2, 1944. Nelson was a true servant of the Lord, walking and living a life of Christ along with his wife, Alberta. For many years, he served as a Deacon,...
Ella Joyce Dye
Oct 24, 2018
Ella Joyce Dye (Wilson), slipped the surly bonds of this earth October 24, 2018 to enter joyfully into the presence of her Savior Jesus Christ. Ella was born May 1, 1934 in Swords Creek, Virginia. She graduated from Honaker High School Class of 1951. She came to Akron at the age of 17 and worked as a secretary for General...
John Joseph Hasso, Jr.
Oct 24, 2018
It is with incredible sadness that we announce the passing our loving husband, father, and grandfather, John Joseph Hasso, Jr., age 78, of Randolph Twp., Ohio, on Wednesday, October 24, 2018. John married his wife on January 28, 1961, the former Linda K. Clark. They had 57 wonderful years of marriage. John had a love for Linda like no other,...
Lorraine M. Riegler
Oct 24, 2018
Lorraine M. Riegler, age 86, of Akron, Ohio, died on Wednesday, October 24, 2018 after a long illness.She was born in Akron, the daughter of the late John F. and Mathilde M. Hobbs.Lorraine worked as a secretary for Hale & Kullgren and retired from Atlas Fluid Components. She enjoyed entertaining family and friends both at home and at her favorite...
Sharon K. Wolf
Oct 23, 2018
Sharon K. Wolf, 77, of Akron, passed away October 23, 2018. Sharon was born in Grantsville, Maryland on April 16, 1941. Sharon was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who lived for her grandbabies. Sharon was also the women's archery champion at Goodyear Wingfoot Bowhunters Club for several years. In addition to her parents, Sharon was preceded in death by...
Gina Miller-Fox
Oct 23, 2018
Gina Miller-Fox passed on to the Lord on October 23, 2018 while surrounded by family in Akron, OH after a difficult fight with cancer. She was born on September 11, 1956 in Akron, OH to parents, Margie and Eugene "Gene" Miller. Gina was known and loved by many. After 30 years working at Isaly's in Stow, she was the warm...
Walter C. Eldridge
Oct 22, 2018
Walter C. Eldridge, 63, of Springfield Township passed away on October 22, 2018 surrounded by family after a brief illness.Friends and family are welcome to visit Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 North Canton Road, Akron, on Saturday, October 27, 2018 from 4:00 – 6:00 PM. A short funeral service will follow at 6 pm with Pastor Bob Eldridge, officiating.Walt will be...
Dr. Lee Dodd
Oct 22, 2018
Dr. Gary Lee Dodd, 73 of Akron, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on October 22, 2018 following a brief illness. He was born in Akron, Ohio on June 28, 1945, the son of the late George and Margaret Dodd. Dr. Dodd proudly served in the U.S. Navy as an Optometrist prior to opening his practice in the Ellet area...
Richard Bruce Tate
Oct 22, 2018
Richard Bruce Tate, "Richie", age 69 of Akron, Ohio, died on Monday, October 22, 2018. He was born on October 2, 1949 in Akron, the son of the late Richard and Dorothy (nee Dye) Tate. Richie was a graduate of East High School. He was a pipefitter/welder for Plumbers and Pipefitters Local #219 in Akron. Mr. Tate enjoyed watching and...
Gerald Lynn Dies
Oct 21, 2018
Gerald Lynn Dies, 74, of Uniontown, Ohio, went home to be with his Lord on Sunday October 21, 2018. A soldier standing ground until his captain called him home. Jerry was a testimony to all who knew and cared for him. His strength carried him through where most would have faltered.Born October 18, 1944, in Akron, Ohio, to Velma Grace...
Michaelann Jean Terry
Oct 21, 2018
Michaelann Jean Terry, 21, passed away unexpectedly on October 21, 2018 as a result of a traffic accident. She was born in Barberton on April 3, 1997. She was preceded in death by her father, Michael Terry; great-grandparents, Robert Terry and Nelson and Margaret Gerstenslager; partner and son's father, Steven Eisaman. She is survived by her son, Shane; parents, Brian...
Erica Kathleen Knight
Oct 19, 2018
Erica Kathleen Knight, on 10/19/18, was a beautiful shimmering light as she transitioned into Angel Erica Kathleen Knight. Leaving behind to mourn her sudden transition are her mother, Stephanie Hang (Poth) and father, Christopher Knight. Unable to meet Erica are loving sister and brothers, McKenzie Hang, Gavin Hang, Nate Hang, and Steven Hang, loving grandparents, Roger and Gayle Knight, Eileen...
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