Obituaries
Jessie Thomas Staggers
Mar 28, 2018
Jessie Thomas Staggers, "Tom", age 89 of Akron, Ohio, died on March 28, 2018 at 8:00 PM at Hospice Care Center in Copley. He was born on November 26, 1928 in Akron, the son of the late Henry Earl and Lulu (nee Bowman) Staggers. Tom was an honorably discharged US Army veteran of the Korean War as a corporal, then...
Janet Eleanor Nichols
Mar 27, 2018
Janet Eleanor Nichols, 83, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 26, 2018. She was born on September 21, 1934. She was a life- long resident of the Akron, Ohio area. She was employed by The Ohio Match Company, Babcock and Wilcox, and retired from the A. Schulman Company. Janet was a born athlete, and enjoyed playing organized softball...
Laura Beatrice (Chaney) Walker Moss
Mar 26, 2018
Laura Beatrice (Chaney) Walker Moss, 76, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on March 26, 2018. She was born March 29, 1941 to the now late Percy and Nesia Chaney in Cuba, Alabama. She and her family moved to Akron, Ohio in October of 1966. She was hired by the Akron Public School System where she served...
Penny Lyn Horvath
Mar 25, 2018
Penny Lyn Horvath, age 52 of Green Twp., Ohio, died on Sunday, March 25, 2018 at her home at 6:20 PM. She was born on November 14, 1965 in Akron, the daughter of Jerry (nee Hill) Troyer of Akron and the late Larry Troyer. Penny owned and operated her own cleaning company. She enjoyed "Big Hair Wednesdays", fishing, golfing, and...
Carol Sue Buzek
Mar 25, 2018
Carol Sue Buzek (Maple), 68, of Akron, went to be with the Lord on March 25, 2018. She was born and raised in Akron and graduated from North High School. Carol was an avid supporter of breast cancer awareness and the American Heart Association. She loved cooking for her family, gardening, shopping, and home decor to fit the changing seasons....
Thelma Jean Seenes
Mar 24, 2018
Mrs. Seenes passed away Saturday, March 24th, 2018 at Cullman Regional Hospital in Cullman, Alabama. She was born November 26, 1940 to Floyd Jackson & Hannah Marie Phillips Thompson. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Richard A. Seenes; daughter, Jackie S. Seenes; and sister, Ruth Collier. Survivors include her daughter, Rose M. Shaffer;...
Ruby Jean Sparks
Mar 24, 2018
Ruby Jean Sparks, 83, passed away peacefully in her sleep on March 24, 2018. She was born in Akron on October 19, 1934 to the late Gordon and Bessie Jackson. Ruby resided at the Mayflower in downtown Akron for over 20 years. Ruby was a longtime member of the VFW Mains Post 1070 Auxiliary. In her free time, she liked...
Dr. W. "Bill" Hess
Mar 24, 2018
Dr. Thomas W. "Bill" Hess passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on March 24, 2018. He loved being surrounded by his family no matter what the occasion. Bill was a longtime member of the Copley Lions Club, enjoyed playing Silver League softball, golfing, and supporting the Browns, Indians and Cavs. Bill is preceded in death by his first...
James H. Loper
Mar 23, 2018
James "Jim" H. Loper, 58, of Akron, Ohio passed away peacefully on Friday, March 23, 2018, after a hard fought battle with CHF/COPD. James was born October 27, 1959 to Donald and Nancy Loper of Glendale, Arizona. James served in the US Navy. He was also proud to be clean and sober for over 36 years, and non-smoking for over...
Alberta J. Kaminski
Mar 23, 2018
Alberta J. Kaminski (Boice), 77, took her Heavenly flight to be high on that Mountain peacefully with all her children and grandchildren by her side on March 23, 2018. She was born August 4, 1940 to her late parents Theodore Boice and Mary Wilson. Alberta was an accomplished cook, enjoyed outdoor activities with the family, and had a love for...
Sandra J. Risner
Mar 23, 2018
Sandra J. Risner, 71, passed away on March 23, 2018. She is preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Jim Risner. Sandra is survived by her daughter, Dawn (Ross) Cunningham and grandchildren, C.J. and Kacie. Cremation has taken place. A private service will be held at a later date. To share a memory of Sandra please sign the...
Betty J. Prater
Mar 23, 2018
Betty J. Prater, 78, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2018. She was born Dec. 23, 1939 in Prestonsburg, KY to late parents James and Dorothy (Ramey) Hughes. Betty worked in the medical field until she retired from Akron General Medical Center in the billing department. In her spare time she enjoyed watching TV and keeping in...
Betty J. Mcginnis
Mar 23, 2018
Betty J. McGinnis, 86, passed away on March 23, 2018. Betty was born in Tanner, WV on July 15, 1931. She had been a resident of Akron since 1954. She enjoyed being a homemaker and raising two fine sons. She was a member of the Clearview United Methodist Church, where she helped with the Monday work day, the nursery, and...
Veronica Lee Humbert-Williams
Mar 22, 2018
Veronica Lee Humbert-Williams, age 58 of Akron, Ohio, went home to be with our Lord on March 22, 2018. She was born on June 3, 1959 in Akron, the daughter of Deloris (nee Fitzpatrick) Humbert of Akron and the late William G. Humbert, Jr. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, March 28, 2018, Viewing at 11:00 AM and Funeral...
Sally Conley
Mar 22, 2018
Sally Conley, 75, went home to be with the Lord on March 22, 2018. She was born December 7, 1942 to late parents Ralph and Eugenia See. Sally was a lifelong cosmetologist and enjoyed working with and teaching people. She loved traveling and taking cruises with the love of her life Bob. The apple of her eye was her son,...
Robert Lee Lucas
Mar 21, 2018
Robert Lee Lucas, age 69, of Burbank, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on March 21, 2018 at 5:00 AM at Akron City Hospital. He was born on October 3, 1948 in Akron, the son of the late Eldon Emerson and Ruth Lorvina (nee Adkins) Lucas, Sr.Robert was an upholsterer for various companies in the area. His crowning...
Betty Jean Celetti
Mar 21, 2018
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend, Betty Jean Celetti, who unexpectedly went to be with the Lord on March 21, 2018. Betty was born on August 16, 1937 in Akron, Ohio, daughter of the late Ruby and Willard McClaskey. Betty dedicated her life to loving and caring for...
Freddie Lee Sutton
Mar 21, 2018
Freddie Lee Sutton, age 69 of Akron, Ohio, died on Wednesday, March 21, 2018 following a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on December 26, 1948 in Barberton, Ohio, the son of the late Fay and Faye (nee Hatcher) Sutton. Freddie was an honorably discharged US Navy veteran of the Vietnam War. He was retired from the Cuyahoga Valley...
Walter R. Palm
Mar 20, 2018
Walt, age 95, passed away March 20, 2018. Born July 3, 1922 in Circleville, OH to the late Estella (Reber) Palm and Carl Palm. He grew up on the farm and after graduation entered the Army and served in Panama in WW II.He had many ventures in his early years, including a parking lot business in Columbus and he was...
Dolores J. Maxfield
Mar 20, 2018
Dolores J. Maxfield, 86, of Akron, passed surrounded by family on March 20, 2018. Dolores was born on March 7, 1932 in Rittman, OH to the late Denzel and Lovina Gorby. Dolores was an animal lover who enjoyed her dog, Heidi. She was artistic, and enjoyed drawing and painting. She cherished family gatherings and Bible studies.In addition to her parents,...
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