Obituaries
Lester Delane Yeater
Nov 30, 2019
Lester Delane Yeater, 67, of Altoona, PA passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 30, 2019. He was born in Steubenville, OH to parents Travis and Anna Mae on November 7, 1952.He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Linda; and his uncle, Denny Yeater.Left to cherish his memory are his children, Holly (Shane) Radabaugh of Rittman, OH, and Mary...
Ronald D. "Munch" Ault
Nov 29, 2019
Ronald D. "Munch" Ault passed away peacefully on November 29th, 2019. A lifelong Barberton/Norton resident, born March 27, 1954 to late parents Wayne and Donna (Smith) Ault. He worked hard to provide for his family and would do anything he could for anyone. Ronnie enjoyed camping with his family, holidays, and building things. Being the jokester he lifted many spirits....
Carol Lynn Hoover
Nov 28, 2019
Carol Lynn Hoover, April 4, 1951, age 68, passed away on November 28, 2019. Born in Green, she graduated from Green High School in 1969 and lived in the Green area all of her life. Preceded in death by her parents, Vernon and Jean Leighty of Green, she is survived by her husband of 47 years Dennis Hoover of Green;...
Lisa Ann Hunter
Nov 28, 2019
Lisa Ann Hunter, age 52 of Akron, Ohio, died on November 28, 2019 at Akron City Hospital. She was born on February 28, 1967 in Watertown, New York the daughter of Dale Hunter of New York and the late Yvonne (nee Buckley) Hunter. Lisa enjoyed crafting, going to concerts, baking, reading, going to movies, and camping, however her greatest joy...
Donna F. Kandes
Nov 28, 2019
Donna F. Kandes, 70, of New Franklin, passed away on November 28, 2019. She was born in Akron on October 7, 1949. Donna had a lovely singing voice and served as the choir director at St. Augustine Church in Barberton for many years. She loved to travel and took yearly cruises with a group of friends. Above all, Donna enjoyed...
James Curley
Nov 27, 2019
James T. Curley, 76, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on Wednesday, November 27, 2019.James was born in Steinman, VA on August 25, 1943 to Robert and Bessie Curley. James retired from Chrysler after 42 years of service. He enjoyed fishing, bowling, playing Dominoes, and listening to jazz. He will be dearly missed by his friends and family.Preceding him in death...
Margaret Peters
Nov 27, 2019
Margaret "Marge" Peters, 88, passed away peacefully on November 27, 2019 at The Briarwood. Born in Shreveport, LA to Louis and Rosa (Testa) Delaney, she resided in the Akron area all of her adult life. She was a parishioner of Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church in Tallmadge, Ohio. Marge enjoyed traveling, sewing, cooking, and gardening. Her greatest joy in...
Zachary Boatwright
Nov 26, 2019
In Loving Memory ofZachary T. Boatwright1991 - 2019Zachary T. Boatwright, 28, passed away November 26, 2019 and went for a long walk on the beach with God. Born in Barberton, Ohio to Christine (Severns) Boatwright and Thomas Boatwright. Zachary was a graduate of Garfield High School, class of 2010. GO RAMS!! Zachary played and enjoyed Football, Bowling, Fishing, Baseball, WWE...
Anthony Domenic Testa
Nov 26, 2019
Anthony Domenic Testa, 94 of Akron, passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2019. He was born on June 21, 1925, the son of Domenic and Rose {Carano} Testa, who preceded him in death, along with his son, Mark Anthony. Anthony will be dearly missed by his wife, Frances; daughters Victoria (Wayne), Jeannie (Paul), Frances (Robert); son Stephen (Shirley); 12 grandchildren;...
Richard T. Hartley
Nov 26, 2019
Richard T. "Tom" Hartley, 72, of Akron, passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2019 after a long illness. He was born to parents Harold and Ruth Hartley on June 25, 1947 in Akron. Tom enjoyed fishing, golfing and spending time with his family and friends, and he was an amazing grandfather. He stated he did the best he could, and...
Shirley Jane Bittinger
Nov 26, 2019
Shirley Jane Bittinger, 86, passed away November 26, 2019 surrounded by her family. Born in Barberton, Ohio to Bill and Ethel (Lowry) Simons, she was a lifelong area resident. Shirley belonged to the Arlington Church of the Nazarene and was the pianist for many years there. She enjoyed reading the Bible, playing hymns, singing songs, watching wildlife and enjoying all...
Dolores Ruth Siers
Nov 26, 2019
Dolores Ruth (nee Yerkey) Siers, 90, of Suffield passed away after a long illness on November 26, 2019.Dolores was born on February 25, 1929 to Fred and Hallie Mae Yerkey of Suffield, Ohio. She was a long time member of the Order of the Eastern Star. Dolores also enjoyed reading, playing bingo and the lottery, traveling, and spending time with...
Ronald Lee Goff
Nov 25, 2019
Captain Ronald Lee Goff, born August 28, 1950 in Parkersburg, WV to Ersel David and Vivian Hardman Goff, passed away peacefully on November 25, with his partner Nan and son Tyler by his side. Over his 69 years, Ron bore many names: Ronnie, Ron, Cpt. Ron, honey, and Dad. In his career, Ron was a soldier in the Ohio National...
Freda Marie Riemenschneider
Nov 25, 2019
Freda Marie Riemenschneider, age 81, of Rootstown, passed away peacefully on November 25, 2019. Freda was born in Rootstown, Ohio on December 17, 1937 to her late parents, Ralph and Flora (nee Fox) Riemenschneider.She graduated from Rootstown High School and lived in Rootstown all her life. She worked for Oak Rubber Company and Giant Eagle in Rootstown in the bakery....
Janet R. Chalmers
Nov 25, 2019
Janet R. Chalmers, 86, of Akron, passed away on November 25, 2019. She was born in Somerset, Pennsylvania on July 19, 1933 to the late Joseph and Edna Bertoldi. Janet spent many years helping her family at their store and bar in Brady Lake. In her youth, she also had a stint as a female wrestler at the Akron Armory....
William Garfield Tucker Jr.
Nov 24, 2019
William Garfield Tucker Jr.Billy, age 59, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones on November 24, 2019.Billy was born and raised in Akron, Ohio where he resided until his passing. He graduated from Buchtel High School and was employed by Stankovic Transport as an over the road truck driver, a career he truly loved as it was his dream to...
Rickey Poe
Nov 24, 2019
Rickey Poe, age 59 of Cambridge, Ohio, entered Heaven with his loving family by his side on November 24, 2019 at 12:14 PM. He was born on September 21, 1960 in Akron, the son of the late Elbert and Elouise (nee Pauley) Poe.Rickey was a hustler like no other. He enjoyed fishing, camping, family and grandchildren. Rickey and Kim took...
Patricia L. Monstrom
Nov 24, 2019
Patricia L. "Pat" Monstrom, 81, passed away November 24, 2019. Born in Akron, Ohio to Leo and Minerva (Murgatroyd) Murphy, she was a lifelong area resident. Pat enjoyed working with the mentally disabled, finding hidden gems at thrift stores, helping others and spending time with her family.In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Andrew;...
Rita M. Sommerfeldt
Nov 24, 2019
Rita M. Sommerfeldt, 90, passed away on Sunday November 24, 2019 surrounded by her precious family. She was born on November 17, 1929 in Doylestown, Ohio. She lived most of her life in Suffield, Ohio.Rita was preceded in death by her high school sweetheart and husband of 42 years, Jack Sommerfeldt; parents, Raymond and Helen Rech; sister and brother-in-law, Virginia...
David Matthew Swaino
Nov 23, 2019
David Matthew Swaino, 54, of Portage Lakes, was called Home to be with the Lord on November, 23, 2019. David was born in Barberton, Ohio on April, 11, 1965. He was a very hard worker and employed at the Akron Beacon Journal for over 20 years. David was preceded in death by his father, Matthew Swaino; mother, Carolyn Munn; wife...
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