Obituaries
Cheryl Adelman
Jan 10, 2017
Cheryl Adelman, age 57, died suddenly at home on January 10, 2017. She will be sadly missed by her family and many friends. Her memory is forever in our hearts.
Ida L. Sycks
Jan 9, 2017
Ida L. Sycks, 69 of Uniontown, passed away on January 9, 2017. She was born in Akron, OH to the late Donald and Bernice Straight. She retired as a Certified Pharmacy Technician after 25 years of service. Ida was a loving and devoted wife who loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She also enjoyed cooking, family gatherings,...
Helen Eloise Scott
Jan 9, 2017
Helen Eloise Scott, of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2017 at the AGMC Hospice Care Center, surrounded by her family. Helen was born May 30, 1926 in Bon Air, TN to William T. and Nodia (Stout) Lambert. Helen was employed by Ohio Bell, Montgomery Ward, Skorman's Miracle Mart, and retired as accounts payable clerk at Dairy...
Paul F. Long
Jan 9, 2017
Paul F. Long, "Fred", passed away on January 9, 2017 at the age of 80. Fred was a lifelong resident of Stow.He was born in Akron on September 14, 1936 to Robert Avery Long and Anna Louise Williams. He graduated from Stow High School in 1954 and spent all his working years in Stow. As a youth, Fred worked for...
Kenneth D. Casto, Sr.
Jan 9, 2017
Kenneth D. Casto Sr, 90 years old, of Stow OH, passed away peacefully from Congestive Heart Failure with his loving family by his side on Monday January 9, 2017. He was born on December 7, 1926 in Marrieta Falls, OH, the son of Lloyd and Elizabeth (Nelly) Casto. Kenneth proudly served his country in the Korean war as a U.S....
Donna Mae Ware
Jan 8, 2017
Donna Mae Ware, 90, went home to be with the Lord on January 8, 2017 in Elkins, West Virginia. Donna was born on March 16, 1926 in Montrose, West Virginia to the late Raymond and Eva Taylor. She was formerly of Mogadore, Ohio before moving to Durbin, West Virginia. She was a member of New Life in Christ Church in...
Eric E. Gardenhight Sr.
Jan 8, 2017
Eric E. Gardenhight Sr. 59, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 8, 2017. Eric was born on March 3, 1957 in Asheville, North Carolina to Billy and Ruby Gardenhight Sr. Eric was employed at the YMCA Phoenix school as a counselor for the past 35 years and loved his students. He enjoyed music, sports and laughing....
Marylin S. Hefty
Jan 8, 2017
Marylin S. Hefty, 73, passed away on January 8, 2017. She was a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother and grandmother who devoted her life to serving her family. She attended Kansas State University and worked as a business manager for her husband's veterinary practice while being a stay at home mother. Marylin loved to travel; her favorite vacation spot being...
Woodrow "Woody" Duane May
Jan 7, 2017
Woodrow "Woody" Duane May, 62, passed away peacefully at his home after a long battle with COPD on January 7, 2017. He was an avid fisherman, and enjoyed watching the Browns, Indians, Cavs, and NASCAR. Woody was preceded in death by father, Samuel May, and mother, Louise Whitney. He is survived by wife of 22 years, Robin; children, Samuel Royston,...
Simone R. Mitchell
Jan 7, 2017
Simone R. Mitchell, 49, went home to be with the Lord on January 7, 2017. Despite her illness, she always had an upbeat attitude about life. She will be dearly missed by her children, Chloe and Seth Mitchell-Johnson; mother, Cynthia Berry; sister, Alecia Mitchell; brother, Eric Mosley; and a host of other relatives and friends. Family will receive friends on...
Everett Wayne Gowin
Jan 7, 2017
Everett Wayne Gowin, age 83 formerly of Mogadore, Ohio, died on Saturday, January 7, 2017 at Brookdale Ravenna. He was born on January 25, 1933 in Akron, the son of the late Edward and Alda Kaufman Gowin. Everett worked and retired from Chrysler in Twinsburg as a tool and die maker. After he retired he enjoyed traveling with his wife....
Clyde A. Lemaster
Jan 7, 2017
Clyde A. LeMaster, 91, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 7, 2017. Clyde was born in Akron, Ohio on October 14, 1925 to the late Jasper and Orvia LeMaster. Clyde was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and retired from Monarch where he worked as a manager in the Quality Control department for over 30 years....
Gertrude Mae Wright
Jan 5, 2017
Gertrude M. Wright, 77, of Niles, went Home on January 5, 2017. Gertie was born and raised in the Akron/Tallmadge area and she worked 15 yrs at the Eastwood Bar & Grill. She was loved and a mom to many and she will truly be missed.Preceded in death by her husband, George L. Wright, Sr., Gertie is survived by her...
Thomas J. Labbe
Jan 4, 2017
Thomas J. "Bones" Labbe passed away January 4, 2017 at age 75.A graduate of Hoban High School, he retired from the City of Akron where he worked in the Environmental Health Division as a Registered Sanitarian (II)/Registered Environmental Specialist/Certified Food Safety Professional. After retiring he continued to work for Akron Auto Auction until the time of his death. Prior to...
Ray L. James
Jan 4, 2017
Ray L. James, 84, passed away on January 4, 2017. A longtime resident of Akron, he was born on April 8, 1932 in Frametown, WV. Ray proudly served his country during the Korean War as a US Army veteran. He had a passion for baseball managing little league teams, watching NASCAR, and retired after many years as a masonry contractor....
Robert C. Morgan
Jan 3, 2017
Robert C. Morgan, 87, of Akron, passed away January 3, 2018. Robert was born in Akron, Ohio on July 29, 1930 to the late Earl and Pearl Morgan. He was past president and member of the Firestone Park Primetimers.In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by his loving wife, Charlotte Morgan; daughter, Joy Ann Morgan, and brothers,...
Melvin B. Garretson
Jan 3, 2017
When God measures a man, He puts the tape around his heart. Wonderful husband, protector and provider, Mel will be dearly missed by wife Carol among many others.He lovingly cherished his children, Margaret (Jeff) Hochstetler, Melvin Jr. (Carole) Garretson, Laura Abood, Geri (Scott) Bowman, and Mary (Bob) Farmwald. His grandchildren and great-grandchildren were his favorite blessings with all their accomplishments.Born...
Frances Rose Kurtz
Jan 3, 2017
Frances Rose Kurtz, age 85 of Akron, Ohio, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on January 3, 2017. She was born on May 7, 1931 in Akron. She was the beloved wife of Cletus; her daughters, Susan Dunn, Jamie Watson and Wil, and Debbie Kurtz Braham and Rick; grandchildren, Josh, Caitie, Jessie, Ryan (Erica), and...
Wendell Wolfe
Jan 2, 2017
Wendell "Wendy" Wolfe, 86, passed away on January 2, 2017. A lifelong resident of the Akron area, he was born November 26, 1930 to the late Willis and Naoma Wolfe. Wendy proudly served his country during the Korean Conflict as a member of the US Army. He retired from East Ohio Gas after 32 years of service. Wendell enjoyed camping,...
Min. Jay Jones Iii
Dec 31, 2016
Min. John Jay Jones III, 68, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 31, 2016. He was born on July 28, 1948 in Akron, Ohio to John Jay II and Theresa Jones. John was recently employed by the Akron Public Schools system until his death. He loved fishing, hunting, watching movies, listening to jazz, preaching the Word...
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