Obituaries

David E. Mayfield

David E. Mayfield

Sep 26, 2017

David E. Mayfield, 59, of Stow, passed peacefully on September 26, 2017. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle and working as a mechanic throughout his life. David was preceded in death by his grandparents, Mary and John Lott.David will be deeply missed by his mother, Janet (Larry) Ritterbeck; many brothers and sisters; daughters, Kelsey and Cayleigh; granddaughters, Audrey and Vada; special...

Marjorie C. Thompson

Marjorie C. Thompson

Sep 26, 2017

Marjorie C. Thompson, 93, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on September 26, 2017. She was born on January 17, 1924 in Iron City, Tennessee to the late Clarence and Lela Keeton. She was a homemaker and seamstress during her lifetime. Marjorie was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Charlie W. Thompson; twin daughters,...

Tiffani Faye Blankenship

Tiffani Faye Blankenship

Sep 25, 2017

Tiffani Faye Blankenship, 30, of Ravenna, passed away September 25, 2017. As a college graduate and beautiful mother, she had a bright loving future ahead but God needed her more. With broken hearts we say goodbye until we meet again, your loving husband and children.Tiffani is survived by her husband, Johnny Blankenship; mother, Donna Alter; step-father; grandmother, Debra Smithley; brother,...

Willis F. Jay

Willis F. Jay

Sep 25, 2017

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the death of Willis F. Jay, who passed on September 25th. He was born in 1935, residing in Doylestown for over ten years. He was previously a long-term resident of Barberton. To all who knew him, he was just "Jay". He was a hard worker all his life, and retired from waste...

Bonnie J. Thomas (Gorday)

Bonnie J. Thomas (Gorday)

Sep 25, 2017

Bonnie J. Thomas (Gorday), 75, received her wings on September 25, 2017 surrounded by family. She was born September 3, 1942 in Akron, OH to late parents George and Frances Gorday. Bonnie had a passion for her grandchildren, a love for cooking and taking trips with Jim to the casinos. She retired from Wonder-Hostess Baking Company where she started out...

Martha Joan Kapp

Martha Joan Kapp

Sep 24, 2017

Martha Joan Kapp passed away September 24, 2017. She is survived by three sons, and husband, Gary. Per her wishes, cremation has taken place and no services will be held. To share a memory of Martha, please sign the guest book below.

Amanda C. Trice

Amanda C. Trice

Sep 24, 2017

Amanda C. Trice, 99, of Akron, passed away September 24, 2017. Amanda was born in Huron, Tennessee on October 22, 1917 to the late William and Mattie Edwards. She worked in health care until her retirement and actively attended Brown Street Church of Christ until her health no longer allowed the opportunity; she was a giving person with a heart...

Phillip Richards

Phillip Richards

Sep 24, 2017

Phillip D. Richards born Oct. 12, 1963 passed away peacefully at his home after a long illness on September 24, 2017. He went by the name of Dave or Double D as he was called by his friends from the Canadian Club of Kent. He served in the US Army and was a Kent Roosevelt graduate. Dave will be deeply...

Loretta Walleen

Loretta Walleen

Sep 24, 2017

Loretta "Jeannie" Walleen, 66, passed away after a long, courageous battle with cancer on September 24, 2017. She was born November 7, 1950 in Clarksburg, WV to late parents Jake and Mildred Ridenour. A lifelong lover of animals, Jeannie never met an animal she didn't like. She loved horseback riding and was involved for several years in search and rescue...

Britney Lee Kinsinger

Britney Lee Kinsinger

Sep 23, 2017

Britney Lee Kinsinger, 25, passed away on September 23, 2017. She was born in Canton, Ohio on March 10, 1992. Britney graduated from Hoover High School and currently attended Stark State. She was working towards becoming a paramedic with future plans for medical school. Britney had a huge personality. She could always make you smile, even when she was trying...

Edith Bryan

Edith Bryan

Sep 23, 2017

Edith "Edyie" Bryan, 77, went home to be with the Lord after peacefully passing away surrounded by family on September 23, 2017. She was preceded in death by her husband of 33 years, Hubert, and daughter, Terri Reynolds. Edyie is survived by her daughter, Tammy (Brian) Oldaker; granddaughters, Brittany Reynolds, Nicole Reynolds, Brianne Oldaker, Brooke Oldaker; and great-grandchildren, Madisyn Reynolds,...

Carol Price

Carol Price

Sep 22, 2017

Carol R. Price, 81, of Barberton, passed away on September 22, 2017 after a brief battle with cancer. She was survived by sons, David (Sherrie) Price and Kenny (Jill) Price; grandchildren, Jason, Josh, Kenny, Kara; sister, Lynne Best. Friends and family are welcome to Newcomer Funeral Home 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron on Wednesday September 27 from 10am-12pm, with a...

Carol G. Bolyard

Carol G. Bolyard

Sep 21, 2017

Carol G. Bolyard, 79, of Uniontown, passed on September 21, 2017 at Rose Lane Nursing Home. She retired from Edwin Shaw after 33 years of working as a nurse's aid. Carol was a loving wife, mom, grandma, and great-grandma. She enjoyed spending time with her family, gardening, and taking care of her beloved cats. Carol will be deeply missed by...

Edward A. Mcmullen

Edward A. Mcmullen

Sep 21, 2017

Edward A. McMullen, 77, currently of Newcomerstown, Ohio but a past resident of the Akron area, passed away September 21, 2017. Edward was born August 15, 1940 to the late Ruthvin and Edith McMullen. Edward retired from Rondy Inc. where he worked for over 30 years. He enjoyed going to flea markets, he loved to travel and go camping in...

Helen Linger (Vaglia)

Helen Linger (Vaglia)

Sep 19, 2017

Helen Linger (Vaglia), of Lakemore, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, September 19, 2017. Born February 27, 1957 at USAF base Ruislip, England the daughter of Joseph and Margret Vaglia (deceased) and siblings Derek (deceased) and Sandra. Helen is survived by her Fiancé Kevin Staats; her son Jason Ashton (wife Tina) and their three children Hannah, Joseph, and David; and her...

Harry David Cross, Jr.

Harry David Cross, Jr.

Sep 19, 2017

Harry David Cross Jr., "Crockett" 55, of Akron, passed away suddenly on September 19, 2017. Harry was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend; he was born in Akron, Ohio on March 27, 1962. He was an Underground Supervisor with Taylor Telecommunications, where he has worked for 28 years. He loved riding his Harley, spending time with his grandchildren and...

Robert Duane Wolf, Sr.

Robert Duane Wolf, Sr.

Sep 18, 2017

Robert Duane Wolf, Sr., "Rob", age 44 of Akron, Ohio, died on Monday, September 18, 2017 at his home. He was born on May 3, 1973 in Akron the son of Mary Slaughter Burkett of Akron, and the late Charles Wolf. Rob was a carpet installer for Summit Flooring. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan. He liked eagles and...

Walter C. Fricke

Walter C. Fricke

Sep 17, 2017

Walter C. Fricke, "Walt," "Brother," 84, passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 17, 2017, joining his beloved wife Betty in Heaven. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and retired from The Goodyear Tire and Rubber as a Bricklayer in 1996. Walt graduated from Springfield High School in 1951. He loved golfing, bowling, dancing and spending time...

Robert Scott Hobday

Robert Scott Hobday

Sep 16, 2017

Robert Scott Hobday, Sr., "Bob", age 66 of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, died on Saturday, September 16, 2017 at Akron General Hospital after suffering a massive heart attack. He was born in Akron on July 18, 1951, the son of the late John W. and Ann M. Samples Hobday. Robert was a 1969 graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School, and he...

Bonnie Jean Board

Bonnie Jean Board

Sep 16, 2017

Bonnie Jean Board, age 85 of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, formerly of Tallmadge, Ohio, died on September 16, 2017 at National Church Residence. She was born on December 11, 1931 in Walker, West Virginia, the daughter of the late Claude and Meda Jackson Gibson. Bonnie is survived by her children, Allen G. Board, Linda L. Porter, Lawanna Board, and Lisa Walbeck....

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