Obituaries
Johnnie Mae Rentas
Jan 22, 2017
Johnnie Mae Rentas 54 Sunrise December 22, 1962 -- Sunset January 22, 2017She was a lifetime residence of Akron, OH and a devoted member of Community of Christ Church. Johnnie was a volunteer at Choices community Center.She is survived by her loving daughter, Quianna Rentas-Hall and grandson Qui'Avonte Marshall; devoted BFF and caregiver, Bonnie Long.Family will receive friends on Wednesday,...
Melina J. (Boston) Huddy
Jan 22, 2017
Melina J. (Boston) Huddy, 62, of Mineral Wells, WV went home to be with the Lord on January 22, 2017. She was born in Akron, OH and attended Rootstown Local Schools. Melina worked for the Lanxide Co and was responsible for prototypes for NASA Space Shuttle Program. She was the Faith and Community Reporter for Parkersburg News and Sentinel. She...
Ethel B. Abrashoff
Jan 22, 2017
Ethel B. Abrashoff, age 93 of Akron, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 22, 2017 at 11:45 AM at Aultman Hospital. She was born on December 28, 1923 in Milford, PA, the daughter of the late Simon Wesley and Elva Yohn Pannebaker.Ethel was a cafeteria worker in the Springfield School System for 23 years. She...
Helen Kaylynn Wise
Jan 22, 2017
Helen Kaylynn Wise, "Kay", age 74, passed away on a beautiful day on Sunday, January 22, 2017 and is in the loving embrace of our Lord, after a long battle with ovarian cancer. Her perseverance and faith in God were always foremost in her life. Born in Steubenville, Ohio, Kay grew up and resided most of her life in Akron,...
Ruth I. O'Donnell
Jan 22, 2017
Ruth I. O'Donnell, 89, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 22, 2017. She was born on February 21, 1927 in McClainsville, OH to James and Mary Travis. Ruth was the youngest of 9 siblings. She enjoyed sewing, working in the yard and spending time with her family. Ruth was a member of the 99 club at...
William J. Shuttleworth
Jan 21, 2017
William J. Shuttleworth, 51, of Akron, passed away on January 21, 2017. He was born in Canton, Ohio on January 14, 1966 to the late Paul and Frances Shuttleworth. He was employed at W.W. Grainger for 19 years. In his free time, he loved gardening. Bill will be deeply missed by his longtime companion, Sheri Spagnola; siblings, Paul Samuel (Carolyn)...
Erin Renee Ward
Jan 21, 2017
Erin Renee Ward, age 35, left this world January 21, 2017, to find peace and serenity after a long battle with addiction. Erin was born in Akron, Ohio on May 20, 1981 to Larry and Wendy (nee Kirk) Ward. Erin made her mark from day one. Her piercing blue eyes, beautiful smile, infectious laugh and hilariously sarcastic sense of humor...
Esther (Davis Bell) Fox
Jan 21, 2017
Esther (Davis Bell) Fox, 90, went Home to be with the Lord on January 21, 2017. Greatly loved by friends and family, she is survived by her children, David (LaVonne), Mark (Valerie), Mary Green (Noah), James (Vickie), Katie Byerley (Dick); 12 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by husband, Robert Fox, and Marvin Bell; brother, Robert; and...
Edward Lee Weese
Jan 20, 2017
Edward Lee Weese, 79 of Kent, went home to be with the Lord on January 20, 2017. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sally; brother, Fred; and sister, Glenna. Ed leaves to cherish his memory, sons, Mark, and Jeff (Kim) Weese; daughter, Becky (Jon) Tucker; grandchildren, Morghan, Riley, Cameron, Sydney, Reese and Kelsey; sisters, Freda Whitsett, Doris Bragg...
Blaine N. Smith
Jan 19, 2017
Blaine N. Smith, 68, went home to be with the Lord on January 19, 2017. He had been a life long resident of Akron. Blaine was retired from Babcock & Wilcox in Barberton.He was preceded in death by his parents, Clyde and Betty Smith; brothers, Clyde and David Smith; and granddaughter, Courtney Mueller. He is survived by his companion of...
Betty Lou James
Jan 19, 2017
God took his Angel, Betty Lou James, home on January 19, 2017. Betty was born in Poe, West Virginia on October 20, 1947 and lived most of her life in the Akron area. During her high school years, she volunteered at the Salvation Army. Betty was a server at E.J. Hammond and Lindsey Amber Restaurants until she retired. She was...
Ida Bertha Thomas
Jan 19, 2017
Ida B. Thomas (Bertie) 94 passed away on January 19, 2017. The family requests that donations be made to Akron Say Nope to Dope Inc. at the Keybank on E. Waterloo Rd. in Bertie's honor.
Cynthia R. Berry
Jan 18, 2017
Cynthia R. Berry, 70, went home to be with the Lord on January 18, 2017. She was preceded in death by her parents; and her daughter, Simone. She is survived by her son, Eric and daughter, Alecia; 10 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters; and 3 brothers. A Memorial Mass will be held on Thursday January 26, 2017 at 10am at...
Jean Sullivan Theiss
Jan 18, 2017
Jean Theiss (Sullivan), passed away January 18, 2017. Born in West Virginia, she lived most of her life in Tallmadge, Ohio. Jean was a talented homemaker and loving mother and grandmother who enjoyed sewing, canning, traveling, and reading. A gifted seamstress who not only made her own tailored clothing but her daughters' as well. She later donated her sewing skills...
Marilyn Jean Edwards
Jan 18, 2017
Marilyn Jean Edwards of Rootstown, Ohio, formerly of Norton, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 18, 2017 at 5:00 AM while resting peacefully at home. She was born in Barberton, the daughter of Jean Funk and the late Joseph Funk. She was a loving and proud wife, mother and business owner that cherished spending time with friends...
Anna Thomas
Jan 17, 2017
Anna Thomas, 84, passed away January 17, 2017. She was born July 2, 1932 in Webster County, WV. Anna enjoyed cooking and sharing her dishes with everyone, as well as tending her vegetable garden. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Jubert; daughter, Linda Bailey; and granddaughter, Laura West. Anna is survived by son, Roger (Kathy) Thomas; daughter,...
Frances C. Riffle
Jan 16, 2017
Frances C. Riffle, 96, received her healing from Alzheimer's on January 16, 2017. She was born on October 20, 1920 in Butler, TN to the late Charles and Minnie Eggers. Frances came to Akron, OH at age 17. She worked at Firestone Tire and Rubber Company, Isley's Deli, and Gaylord's Department Store. Frances was a very devoted mother and grandmother,...
Rex A. Mcvicker, Jr.
Jan 16, 2017
Rex A. McVicker, Jr. 74, of Akron, passed away January 16, 2017. He was born in Fairmont, West Virginia on February 15, 1942 to the late Rex McVicker, Sr. and Dessie (William) Eubank. Rex was a graduate of Ellet High School class of 1960, attended the University of Akron and was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was also...
Donald J. Morton, Jr.
Jan 16, 2017
Donald J. Morton, Jr., "Donny", age 48 of Akron, Ohio, died on Monday, January 16, 2017 at 8:04 PM at his home. He was born on December 28, 1968 the son of Joseph A. and Susanna Stepic Morton Martin, Sr. of Newburgh Hts., Ohio. Donny was a 1987 graduate of Mentor High School and attended KSU and Herzing University. He...
Thomas C. Grove
Jan 16, 2017
Thomas C. Grove "Tom" of Lake Milton, passed away January 16, 2017, at Akron General Hospital surrounded by his family. Tom was born in Los Angeles California on January 2, 1955 and was employed by Stow-Munroe Falls Schools Transportation Department. Tom was an avid dirt track racing fan and spent many of his early years at Wayne County Speedway assisting...
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