Obituaries
Josephine Rice Deitchman
Sep 8, 2017
Josephine "Jo" Rice Deitchman, 72, passed away on September 8, 2017. She was born April 7, 1945 and was a graduate of Garfield High School, where she was artist of the year in 1963. Jo attended the Akron Art Institute and completed her B.A. in Fine Arts from Kent State University. Her zest for life was expressed through her painting,...
Richard L. Harkless
Sep 8, 2017
Richard (Mike) L. Harkless (83), born on September 20, 1933 in Philipsburg, PA, went home to be with the Lord on September 8, 2017. He proudly served his country in the Army, faithfully worked forty years at the Ford Motor Company in the Walton Hills Stamping Plant, and was a life-long member of the VFW Post 1062. Mike enjoyed fishing/...
George Clarence Lee
Sep 8, 2017
George Clarence Lee, age 92 of Uniontown, Ohio, passed away on September 8, 2017 at the Hospice Care Center. He was born on November 1, 1924 in Banning, PA, the son of the late Edgar and Florence Rose Lee. George was an honorably discharged US Army veteran of WWII, his rank was a Corporal. He was an over-the-road truck driver....
David Wayne Greene
Sep 7, 2017
David Wayne Greene, age 49, of Akron, Ohio, died on Thursday, September 7, 2017 at Cleveland Clinic Twinsburg Health Center. He was born on November 18, 1967 in Akron, the son of the late Terry (nee Young) Greene and Melvin Greene. David enjoyed fishing, and was very passionate about the Pittsburgh Steelers. Survivors include his children, David and Devin; his...
Betty Jane Hubble
Sep 7, 2017
Betty Jane Hubble (Neal), 94, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on September 7, 2017. A resident of Akron, OH for the past 13 years, she was born in Indianapolis, IN on June 14, 1923 to late parents, Chester and Mary Elizabeth Neal. Betty lived a life of service to her Lord, her family and her community.Betty...
James H. Dickey, Iii
Sep 7, 2017
James H. Dickey, III, "Jim", passed away on September 7, 2017 after a short illness. He was born on November 10, 1949 in Akron, the son of the late James H. and Mary Alice Riley Dickey, Jr., and was a life-long area resident. Jim graduated from North High School; he enlisted in the US Army and served honorably in the...
Wayne Jones
Sep 6, 2017
Wayne Jones (Mr. NAPA), 86, of Barberton, OH, passed away peacefully September 6th, 2017 surrounded by his family. Wayne retired in the late 90's from Creative Screen Print after many years of devoted service. Shortly after retirement, Wayne went to work for NAPA as a driver giving them 17 years of devoted service before being forced to retire due to...
John D. Stock Sr.
Sep 6, 2017
John D. Stock Sr., born December 17, 1939, passed away at home on September 6, 2017. He retired from the Post Office in 2000 due to his health. John was a very modest, unpretentious, and complex man. He worked hard his entire life, always concerned about helping others. He loved life and could often be found going out to eat...
Ida M. Phillips
Sep 6, 2017
Ida M. Phillips, 80, passed away on September 6, 2017. She was born on February 4, 1937 to the late Nelson and Mary Hall. Ida lived in Texas for over 20 years, where she worked for Pollock Paper Company. More recently, she worked for Ritzman Pharmacy. Ida was a longtime member of AA. She had many interests, including reading, going...
Barbara Infante
Sep 6, 2017
Barbara Infante, 69, passed away surrounded by family on September 06, 2017 after a long, courageous battle with cancer. She was born August 13, 1948 in Cuyahoga Falls, OH to late parents Clifford and Jeanette Persing. Barb was a very caring, sweet and loving woman. Her family, especially her grandchildren, meant the world to her. She was a very strong-willed...
Patsy Louise Janes
Sep 5, 2017
Patsy Louise Janes, 82, of Tallmadge, passed away with her family by her side on September 5, 2017. Pat was born in Toledo, Ohio to the late Samuel and Maymie Kelley on April 10, 1935. She worked for the Akron Public School Board for over 30 years. Pat took comfort in her deep faith in Christ during her final days....
Norma L. Thompson
Sep 5, 2017
Norma Lee Thompson age 90, of Tallmadge Ohio, shed her earthlybonds on September 5, 2017. Born in Belington WV on October 28, 1926, she was the daughter of William R. and Adeline Board. Norma married her late husband William in WV in 1947 and moved with him to Akron Ohio. In 1976 she and William began building a beautiful vacation...
Nicole Lynn-Raye Czerpak
Sep 4, 2017
It is with great sadness that the family of Nicole ("Nikki") Lynn-Raye Czerpak announces her passing on September 4, 2017. She was born in Ellwood City, PA on June 27, 1976, the daughter of Anthony Czerpak of Mogadore and Deborah (Varner) Czerpak of Akron. Nikki was a decorator, she loved all of the holidays especially Halloween and Christmas. Anyone who...
William G. Walker
Sep 3, 2017
William "Bill" G. Walker, born on October 30, 1951, answered the call to heaven on September 3, 2017.Bill grew up in Green, and was partial owner at Ken-Ed Cabinetry in Tallmadge, OH and was currently Operations Manager for Mitchell Plastics & Case Goods in Norton, OH. He dedicated himself to the Lord and his family. He was the type of...
Edna L Smith
Sep 1, 2017
Edna L. Smith, 92, of Akron, passed peacefully at home on September 1, 2017. Edna enjoyed crafts, knitting, crocheting, painting, and crossword puzzles. She also enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, and walking with her friend Ruth McCourt. She was a hardworking woman who served as a homemaker and caregiver throughout her life. She was an active member at Grace...
Carl L. Ruttig
Aug 29, 2017
Carl Lewis Ruttig, 85, of Randolph, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, August 29, 2017 surrounded by his family. He was born September 24, 1931 in Akron, Ohio. He was born in the city but a true country boy at heart. A graduate of East High School (1951), he served his country in the Korean War (1951-53) and retired from General Tire,...
John William Brown
Aug 28, 2017
John William Brown, "JB", age 76 of Akron, Ohio, died on August 28, 2017 at Akron City Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on July 26, 1941 in Akron, the son of the late Jack Barney and Bertha Frances Theresa Peternel Brown. JB was a machine repairman for Chrysler-Twinsburg Stamping Plant and retired with 24 years...
Elizabeth Contrascier
Aug 28, 2017
Elizabeth "Betty" Contrascier, 87, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on August 28, 2017. She was born January 12, 1930 in Toledo, OH to late parents Everett and Mary Thompson. A devoted mother and grandmother, Betty never met a stranger in her life. She had a green thumb, loved plants and animals, and was generous to a...
Eric J. Schnetz
Aug 27, 2017
Eric J. Schnetz, 39, of Akron, passed away on Sunday August 27, 2017. He was born on January 3, 1978 to Roger Schnetz and Christine Sears. Eric loved car models, hot rod car shows, football, Nascar, and mountain biking. He was a talented handy man who spent many years working as a plumber. He loved the Pittsburgh Steelers and The...
James O. Perrine
Aug 27, 2017
James Perrine, 70, passed away August 27, 2017 after a short battle with cancer. James was born August 20, 1947 in Akron, OH to Bernadette and Robert Perrine. Jim grew up in Tallmadge where he earned his Eagle Scout award. He graduated from Tallmadge High School in 1965 then attended Kent State University until he joined the Navy. Jim served...
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