Obituaries
Barbara Jo Riley
Sep 4, 2018
September 4, 2018, we lost a remarkable woman, Barbara Jo Riley (84) of Akron, OH as she entered Heaven's gate after a short illness.She is survived by her former second husband, Mike Riley; sons: Donnie (Nancy) Watson Jr, Greg (Cherrie) Watson, Christopher (Naomi) Watson, and Curt Riley; 8 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, and numerous loving family and devoted friends.Barbara was...
Paul Robert Schaefer
Sep 4, 2018
Paul Robert Schaefer, 83, passed away unexpectedly on September 4, 2018. He was born April 30, 1935 to late parents Hobart and Bernice Schaefer. With his loving wife Evangelist Judy Carter Schaefer, they traveled to Haiti to support their school, church and many orphans. In addition he also enjoyed traveling and outdoor sports such as swimming, boating, water skiing, camping...
Gloria Ann Roberts
Sep 4, 2018
Gloria Ann Roberts, 64, of Norton, passed away with family by her side on September 4, 2018. She was born in Canton on September 25, 1953. Gloria was devoted to her family and especially loved being a grandmother. She enjoyed Muskie fishing and loved the members of the two Muskie Clubs she belonged to. She also enjoyed watching the hummingbirds...
John M. Syroid
Sep 4, 2018
John M. Syroid, "Papa/Papi", age 59 of New Franklin, Ohio, died on Tuesday, September 4, 2018 at his home. He was born on November 15, 1958 in Akron, Ohio, the son of Frances (nee Hunt) DeMali of Daytona Beach, FL and the late John Syroid. John was a tool and die supervisor at Rotocast in Akron for many years. He...
Paul D. Hill
Sep 3, 2018
Paul D. Hill, 87, got his wings on September 3, 2018. A longtime Akron resident, he was born on April 13, 1931 in Kite, GA to late parents Albert and Nadine (Mathis) Hill. Paul enjoyed traveling with his family, rooting for the Indians, Cavaliers, and Browns, taking photographs, and working on cars. He proudly served in the United States Army,...
Wilma J. Greathouse
Sep 3, 2018
Enter in my good and faithful servant. On Monday, September 3, 2018 Wilma J. (Daugherty) Greathouse heard those words from our Savior, Jesus Christ as he called her to the banquet table he had prepared for her. She laid her head to rest on Sunday night thinking all is well with my soul, and just as God's Word tells us...
Eugene W. Keller Sr.
Sep 3, 2018
Eugene W. Keller Sr. "Bill", 95, of Akron, passed peacefully on September 3, 2018. Bill was born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA. He proudly served in the US Army for three years during WWII in the European Theatre as a small arms and tank mechanic. Bill achieved the rank of specialist, and received an honorable discharge in 1945.After his discharge,...
Henry J. Willmer
Sep 3, 2018
Henry J. Willmer "Hank", 84, of Akron, passed away on September 3, 2018. Hank was born on November 3, 1933 in Akron. He graduated from Garfield High School in 1952. Hank retired as a Fire Captain with 33 years service with the Akron Fire Department. He recently retired from the Green Zoning Board. Hank attended Parkside Church Green Campus. He...
Willie Curtis Johnson
Sep 2, 2018
Willie Curtis Johnson, 94, of Copley, fell asleep in death on September 2, 2018. He was born in Yantley, Alabama to the late Johny Johnson and Rachel Chaney. He was a veteran in the US Army. Willie was hardworking man who worked 2 full time jobs. He retired from General Tire and the Veteran's Administration. He was very family oriented...
Joseph Vern Keagle
Aug 31, 2018
Joseph Vern Keagle, of Akron, passed away August 31, 2018 at the age of 74. He was a decorated U.S. Army Veteran having served in the Vietnam War. Joseph lived his life with a passion for fast cars, loud bikes, friends and family. Joe leaves behind his wife of 36 years, Brenda Keagle; 6 children, Robin Keagle, Wendy Grable, Joe...
Sandra Marie Cobb
Aug 31, 2018
Sandra Marie Cobb (Green), 73, of Kent, passed away on August 31, 2018 after a lengthy illness. She retired from First Merit Bank after over 15 years of service and Giant Eagle in the customer service department. She was also involved in the Women's Auxiliary at the Army Navy 102. Sandra was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and...
Robert Allen Carver
Aug 31, 2018
Robert Allen Carver, 63, of South Canton, went home to be with the Lord on August 31, 2018. He was born on September 1, 1954 to the late George and Frances Carver. He was a graduate of Garfield High School, class of 72. Bob was an avid bowler and Steelers Fan. He also enjoyed shooting pool with his father in-law....
Lewis A. Hayslip
Aug 31, 2018
Lewis A. Hayslip, 77, of Mogadore, went Home to be with the Lord on August 31, 2018. Lou was born in Akron, Ohio on January 21, 1941 to the late Otha and Maxine Hayslip. He attended Kenmore High School and then joined the Army Reserves, serving 7 years. Lou then became an Akron Police Officer in 1969 and retired in...
Richard Tenney
Aug 30, 2018
Richard E. Tenney, 89, of Akron, passed peacefully on August 30, 2018. He was born on August 18, 1929 in Akron, OH to the late Earl and Nellie Tenney. He served in the US Army as a Corporal during the Korean Conflict. He worked at Firestone Tire as a firefighter for 40 years before retiring in 1990. Richard was an...
Linda Lee Flanagan
Aug 29, 2018
Linda Hillegass FlanaganOn Wednesday, August 29, 2018, Linda (Hillegass) Flanagan, 70, earned her wings after a long and valiant battle with cancer.Linda was born on August 13, 1948 in Akron, Ohio to Karl and Mildred Peacock, both of whom preceded her in death. On July 21, 2001 she married Tom Flanagan who preceded her in death in 2016.Linda graduated from...
Dorothy Ann Berish
Aug 29, 2018
Dorothy Ann Berish, age 82 of Akron, Ohio, died on Wednesday, August 29, 2018 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on June 3, 1936 in Akron, the daughter of the late Russell and Leora (nee Swartz) Hamilton. Dorothy was a 1954 graduate of East High School and a secretary for Thermal Products in Akron for many...
John H. Gonser
Aug 28, 2018
John H. Gonser, 88, of Tallmadge, passed away August 28, 2018. John was born in Canton, Ohio on May 25, 1930 to the late Lloyd and Gertrude Gonser. He proudly served during the Korean Conflict, for which he was awarded the Purple Heart in the United States Navy. John enjoyed fishing, hunting, the Cleveland Indians and spending time with his...
Donna L. Hickman
Aug 28, 2018
Donna L. (Post) Hickman, nee Mills, born July 20, 1936 in Akron, Ohio. She died peacefully in her sleep with her loved ones beside her at the age of 82. She leaves behind 5 children, 13 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. She was a full time mother and grandmother who enjoyed spending time and loving her family. Donna loved to play...
Rebecca Lynn Higgins
Aug 28, 2018
Rebecca Lynn Higgins, age 64 of Parma Hts., Ohio, died on Sunday, August 26, 2018 at her home. She was born in Port Hueneme, California on June 15, 1954, the daughter of the late Roger Ellis and Florence (nee Hudkins) Bird. Rebecca was a 1972 graduate of Garfield High School in Akron and also attended the University of Akron. She...
David R. Heckman
Aug 27, 2018
David R. Heckman, 72, of Akron, passed away unexpectedly on August 27, 2018. David was born in Akron, Ohio on October 19, 1945 to the late Joseph and Eleanor Heckman. David retired from the Hudson Police Department as a Patrolman where he worked for 32 years. In addition to his parents, David was preceded in death by his siblings and...
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