Obituaries
Timothy S. James
Sep 6, 2018
Timothy S. James, "Tim", age 61 of Akron, Ohio, died on Thursday, September 6, 2018 at Pebble Creek Nursing Home. He was born on October 30, 1956 in Akron, the son of Carrie (nee Tharp) James of Hartville and the late William R. James. Tim was a 1975 graduate of Springfield High School. Mr. James was a locksmith and an...
Carol J. Bryan
Sep 6, 2018
Carol J. Bryan "Booboo" (79) passed away peacefully on September 6, 2018. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and number one fan of the Browns, Indians, and Cavs. Carol lived her life for her family. She was smart, funny, kind, and fiercely committed to her children and grandkids.An Akron native, Carol raised her family in Kenmore where she served...
Helen P. Palm
Sep 5, 2018
Helen P. Palm, 90, of Akron, went to be with the Lord on September 5, 2018. She was born on July 2, 1928 in Huntington, West Virginia. Helen worked at General Electric for 30 years. She was an animal lover who dearly loved her furbabies, Rusty and Scooter.Helen was preceded in death by her son, Bruce Palm and her mother,...
Sharon Rae Palfy
Sep 4, 2018
Sharon R. Palfy, passed on to be with the Lord on September 4, 2018 after her battle with cancer. She was born on March 2, 1950 in Akron, Ohio. Sharon is preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Mary McAvoy; her sons, Bryon and Patrick Palfy; and sister, Terry McCain. She is survived by her sons Kevin Palfy and...
Charles E. Galloway
Sep 4, 2018
Charles E. Galloway "Chuck", 59, of Springfield Twnp., passed away on September 4, 2018. Chuck was born in Akron on May 1, 1959 to the late John and Eloise Galloway. Chuck graduated from Springfield High School in 1978 and spent his career as a brick mason. He loved spending his free time at his "home away from home" with all...
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...
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