Obituaries
Scotty Robert Woods Jr.
Feb 22, 2019
Scotty Robert Woods, Jr., 50, of Tallmadge, passed away suddenly on February 22, 2019. He was born in Akron on July 12, 1968. Rob loved the outdoors and could often be found camping and fishing. An avid Cowboys fan, Rob considered Tony Romo to be his hero. He was a gifted handy man. He was always the first person to...
Joanne C. Bostic
Feb 22, 2019
Joanne C. Bostic, 81, of Akron, passed peacefully on February 22, 2019. She was born on October 13, 1937 in Akron to the late John and Ida Tomello. She was a very social person who enjoyed spending time with those she loved. She was a fan of the Cleveland Indians and enjoyed gambling. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother...
Heather L. Lord-Coffman
Feb 21, 2019
Heather L. Lord-Coffman, of Rootstown, born to E. Mellanee Lord and the late Raymond E. Lord, passed away at age 48 on February 21, 2019.Heather was the beloved wife of Brian Coffman. She is survived by her son, Adam B. Conley (Kassandra Schuster); daughter, Amanda Parrotta(Daniel, and children); sister, Michele Kline (Gary Hartman); nephew, Keith Kline (Olivia and children); longtime...
Pamela Hofmann
Feb 21, 2019
Pamela J. Hofmann, 65, passed away unexpectedly on February 21, 2019. Born in Des Moines, IA, she was a longtime resident of the Akron area. Pamela was employed with Gojo for 27 years. She will be dearly missed by her fiancé, Michael Meglen. Per her wishes, cremation has taken place. No services will be held at this time.
Cristie L. Estes
Feb 20, 2019
Cristie Estes, 60, of Stow, passed peacefully at home on February 20, 2019. She was born on January 7, 1959 in Gauley Bridge, West Virginia to Darrell and Mildred Strickland. She lived in North Carolina for several years before moving back home to Ohio. Cristie enjoyed watching TV (especially her soap operas), crafting, and spending time with her animals and...
Keith E. Dobbins
Feb 20, 2019
Keith E. Dobbins, 59, of Akron, passed away on February 20, 2019. He was born November 25, 1959 in Akron, Ohio to Rollin and Jean Dobbins.Keith graduated from Ellet High School in 1978. After graduating, he worked as a carpenter in California until 1980 when he joined the United States Air Force, serving until 1989. Keith worked numerous jobs within...
Blanche C. Mcmullen
Feb 20, 2019
Blanche C. McMullen, age 74, passed away peacefully on February 20, 2019 at Hickory Ridge Nursing Home in Akron, Ohio. She was born May 31, 1944, in Akron, to the late Ronald Jennings and Thelma (Ralston) Jennings.Blanche dedicated her life to making the people around her feel loved and wanted. She spent a great deal of time volunteering for churches...
Gary L. Cain
Feb 19, 2019
Gary L. Cain, 63, passed away at home surrounded by family on February 19, 2019. He was a very generous, kind-hearted person and enjoyed the simpler things in life. Gary was very caring, a loving father and a loyal friend.Gary was preceded in death by his father, Curtis L. Cain. He is survived by his mother, Jean L. Cain; children,...
Teresa A. Gordon
Feb 19, 2019
Teresa A. Gordon, age 78 of Ravenna, Ohio, died on Tuesday, February 19, 2019 at her home. She was born on November 27, 1940 in Long Beach, California, the daughter of the late Andy and Helen (nee Glidewell) Riley.Teresa was a homemaker and she was an active member with her church, City of Refuge. She also enjoyed making ceramics and...
Rick Lee Sigman
Feb 19, 2019
Rick Lee Sigman, 51, of Tallmadge, born January 28, 1968, passed away on February 19, 2019 surrounded by his wife and sons. He is co-owner of Perfect Converter Company that has been in business for 18 years. Rick always loved his family, friends and lived life to the fullest. Whenever he was present you could guarantee he was going to...
Nelferd Don Hardway
Feb 19, 2019
Nelferd Don Hardway, "Wes" or "Don", age 85 of Akron, Ohio, died on Tuesday, February 19, 2019 at his home. He was born on August 6, 1933 in Nicut, West Virginia, the son of the late Orville and Tressie Olive (nee Byard) Hardway. Mr. Hardway was an honorably discharged US Army veteran, serving during the Korean War. Don was a...
Gudrun Staehle
Feb 17, 2019
Gudrun Staehle, 79, died peacefully on February 17, 2019. She was born on April 29, 1939 in Berlin, Germany to Peter & Antonie Jung.Gudrun valued family above all. She loved opportunities to celebrate special occasions with those dearest to her – birthdays, anniversaries and especially Christmas. She reveled in nature and shared her love and knowledge of plants and animals...
Marcil Arizona Cagle
Feb 17, 2019
Marcil Arizona Cagle, 83, of Akron, passed away on February 17, 2019. She was born in New Hope, Georgia on January 8, 1936 to the late William and Ethel Mason. Marcil worked as a nurse's aide at Edwin Shaw for many years. She was a feisty woman who kept her family on their toes. In her free time, she enjoyed...
Harold Lloyd Gaskill
Feb 16, 2019
Harold Lloyd Gaskill, age 96, of Akron, OH passed away on February 16, 2019. Harold was born in Brownsville, PA on Sept. 22, 1922 to the late Morgan and Carrie Mae Gaskill. At a young age his family moved to Rivesville, WV. After graduating from Rivesville High School in 1940, he worked as an attendant at a local service station....
Sarah G. Quesenberry
Feb 16, 2019
Sarah G. Quesenberry, age 98 of Akron, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 16, 2019 at Pebble Creek Nursing Home. She was born on January 3, 1921 in Windham, Ohio, the daughter of the late James Garfield and Effie May (nee Frick) Merriner. Sarah was a homemaker who enjoyed playing the piano, sewing, crocheting, and...
Jesse H. Childs
Feb 15, 2019
Jesse H. Childs, 87, of Akron, passed away on February 15, 2019. He was born on October 24, 1931 in Oakland, Maryland to the late William and Ruby Childs. Jesse proudly served in the U.S. Air Force and retired from Ohio Bell after 37 years of service. He was a longtime member of Lakeview Christian Church. Jesse was very creative...
Wayne Edward Beck
Feb 15, 2019
Wayne Edward Beck, 63, of Akron, passed away on February 15, 2019. Wayne was born on July 2, 1955 to the late Howard and Melrose Beck. He graduated with an art degree from Kent State University. After spending some time in California, Wayne returned to Akron and spent may years volunteering for various local organizations. He was also the proud...
Harry Robert (Bob) Houglan, Sr.
Feb 15, 2019
Harry Robert (Bob) Houglan, Sr.Bob (Hougie) Houglan received his wings early Friday morning, Feb 15, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. Born August 11, 1940 in Akron, OH to Harry J. and Grace Harris Houglan, Bob lived in the Akron area his entire life. He was a 1958 graduate of Hower Vocational High School, then went on to graduate from...
Lawrence Granville Wyles
Feb 14, 2019
Lawrence Granville Wyles, age 70, a longtime resident of Akron, passed away Thursday, February 14th, 2019 at Summa Akron City Hospital. He was born December 12th, 1948 to Granville Harrison and Marion Elizabeth (Apley) Wyles in Akron, Ohio. Larry was a Car Salesman representing several different Auto Agencies in Akron and the surrounding areas for his more than 40 year...
Joseph D. Kissel
Feb 14, 2019
Joseph D. Kissel, "Joe", age 67, of Rootstown, Ohio, formerly of Akron, passed away, Thursday, February 14, 2019 in the comfort of his home with his wife and daughters by his side.He was born on April 20, 1951 in Akron, the son of the late Raymond and Ruth (nee Wiley) Kissel. Others that preceded him in death were his son-in-law,...
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