Obituaries
Richard Leon Coleman
Oct 30, 2018
Richard Leon Coleman, age 52 of Tallmadge, Ohio, died on October 30, 2018 in Kent, Ohio. He was born on April 30, 1966 in Corona, California, the son of Pauline Ruth (nee Westfall) Coleman of Akron and the late Everett Horace Coleman. Richard was a project manager for Precision Remodeling here in Akron. He enjoyed building homes and remodeling them....
David Alan Dettling
Oct 30, 2018
David Alan Dettling, born August 29, 1944, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2018 in the presence of family after a long and courageous battle with Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS). David was a proud Marine, serving 6 years for his country. David was retired from Field Local Schools after 33 years of employment. David liked to keep busy and worked part-time...
Sandra Lee Cook
Oct 29, 2018
Sandra Lee Cook passed away peacefully in her sleep after a short illness on October 29, 2018. She was born December 10, 1944 in Akron, Ohio to late parents Kenos Cook and Helen (Esque) Kuhn. Sandra will be remembered for her independence, her giving spirit, always helping out people in their times of need, and her love of Pepsi. In...
Jerry D. Hicks
Oct 29, 2018
Jerry Hicks, 78, passed away peacefully in his sleep and woke up in heaven on October 29, 2018. He was born in Akron, Ohio to Zell & Helen Hicks. After graduating from Garfield H.S. and the University of Akron, he graduated from an apprenticeship program with the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. where he worked and retired as a pipefitter....
Tami Rae Smith
Oct 28, 2018
On Saturday, October 28, 2018, our cherished Tami Smith, at a young 55 years of age, unexpectedly, went home to be with the Lord.Born on February 10, 1963, she was a devoted wife, an adoring mother, a faithful daughter, sister, and friend. Anyone who knew Tami, loved her. She was known for her quick wit, her infectious smile, her contagious...
Mary Rose Waldrop
Oct 28, 2018
Mary Rose Waldrop (nee Burton), 86, of Mogadore, was promoted to Heaven and reunited with her late husband Rev. Gerald Waldrop Sr., on October 28, 2018. Mary Rose was born on May 1, 1932 in Akron, Ohio to the late Frank and Theresa Burton. She was the loving mother of seven children, grandmother of 15, and great-grandmother to 42. Mary...
Lowell "Ed" E. Lenington
Oct 28, 2018
Lowell "Ed" E. Lenington, 94, of Tallmadge, went home to be with the Lord on October 28, 2018. He was preceded in death by wife, Opal, and son, Gerald. Lowell is survived by five children, Sheila, Judy, Howard, Clara and Karen; 12 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; 5 great-great-grandchildren; two brothers, David and Dale; and sister, Shirley.Visitation will be held from Noon...
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...
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