Obituaries

Henry Kuchenski

Henry Kuchenski

Dec 18, 2016

Henry "Hank" Kuchenski, 91, of Tallmadge passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, December 18th, 2016. He was born March 7th, 1925 in Akron, Ohio. He was a proud longtime member of the Lighter Than Air Society (Goodyear Blimp) and the United Brotherhood of Carpenters. Henry was a loving father, husband, and grandfather. He never met a stranger, and had...

James Dale Branson Turner Sr.

James Dale Branson Turner Sr.

Dec 17, 2016

James Dale Branson Turner Sr., 31, passed away suddenly on December 17, 2016. He was born June 27, 1985 in Akron to surviving parents James Farris and Mary Hall. James was a loving caring father and husband, and a dedicated machinist at TnT Machine in Barberton. His family and friends meant the world to him. He was preceded in death...

Jack Blaurock

Jack Blaurock

Dec 17, 2016

Jack E. Blaurock, 74, passed away on December 17, 2016. He was born in Akron, OH on June 29, 1942, to Dorothy E. and Robert J. Blaurock. Jack is survived by his first mate of 16 years, Susan Guban; son, Brian (Lorraine); brother, Thomas (Louise) and his beloved dog, Cricket. He successfully founded Akron-based, Incorporated Door Systems, where he was...

Carrie Elaine Matthews

Carrie Elaine Matthews

Dec 15, 2016

Carrie Elaine Matthews, 58, passed away with her family and co-workers by her side on December 15, 2016. Carrie was born in Akron on September 19, 1958. she was a critical care nurse at Summa Akron City Hospital for over 35 years. She was loved and respected by her patients and colleagues and truly loved her career. Carrie had a...

Helen Elizabeth (Doepker) Smelko

Helen Elizabeth (Doepker) Smelko

Dec 15, 2016

Helen Elizabeth "Wimpy" (Doepker) Smelko of Tallmadge 74, died at home with her family on Dec 15 after a long illness. Born to Frank and Rita (Ritchie) Doepker in Akron. She was a graduate of Tallmadge High school class of 1961. She met her late husband, Kenneth Smelko while working at Miracle Mart in Akron. They would have celebrated 52...

Stephen Bailey

Stephen Bailey

Dec 15, 2016

Stephen Bailey, 90, went on to Heaven Thursday, December 15, 2016. Steve was born on December 26, 1925 in Mt. Pleasant, Ohio to Nicholas and Anna Bailey. Steve served his country in the U. S. Army during WWII. He was a graduate of Ohio State University. Steve was an avid golfer and family man. He was a member of the...

Magdaleen Flynt

Magdaleen Flynt

Dec 14, 2016

Magdaleen "Maggie" (Owens) FlyntMagdaleen "Maggie" Flynt, of Akron, OH, went home to be with the Lord at 91 years old, on December 14, 2016. Maggie was born on November 25, 1925 in Fayetteville, TN. She grew up working on the farm, taking horse and buggy rides into town on Saturday's with her dad, playing basketball with her friends and falling...

Janet J. London

Janet J. London

Dec 14, 2016

Janet Joann London (nee Rhoades), 82, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on December 14, 2016. Janet was born in Vestaburg, Pennsylvania on February 10, 1934, the daughter of the late Lewis and Leota Rhoades. Janet was a devoted mother and loved to be surrounded by her grandchildren. She was a kind, loving and very generous woman...

Donald L. Shaffer

Donald L. Shaffer

Dec 14, 2016

Donald L. Shaffer age 86, passed away on December 14, 2016. Preceded in death by his beloved grandson Jacob Ronca.Born on May 13, 1930 to Carl and Edith Shaffer (nee Wingrove). He was the oldest of four; brothers Jim, Boyd and sister Donna. Don served in the Army from 1948 until 1952. He was employed at the Ford Motor Company...

Tanya Marea' Durham

Tanya Marea' Durham

Dec 13, 2016

Tanya Marea' Durham "Toot", 38, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday December 13, 2016. She was a lifetime resident of Akron, OH and a graduate of Buchtel High School Class of 1996. She was preceded in death by grandmother, Pastor Mary L. Stone and great-grandmothers, Goldie Hopson and Cleo Stone. Tonya leaves to cherish her sweet memory, parents,...

Ryan James Kinney

Ryan James Kinney

Dec 13, 2016

Baby Ryan James Kinney Ryan James Kinney was born sleeping on 12/13/16.Our little Angel is now in the arms of his Grandpa James Robert Evans.He leaves behind his loving family and friends who will always love him: Parents Sara and Ryan, Grandparents Michelle, Chris, Amy and Brian as well as many other loving family and friends.Family and Friends are welcome...

Barbara Henderson

Barbara Henderson

Dec 13, 2016

Barbara Henderson, 49, passed away peacefully on December 13, 2016 in Wooster, OH. Barbara was born in Pittsburgh, PA on December 9, 1967 and lived there most of her life. She was an avid Steelers fan. Most of all, she loved spending time with her daughter and family. Barbara was preceded in death by her father, Cecil Butler; mother, Rita...

John Alexoff

John Alexoff

Dec 13, 2016

John Alexoff, 92, of Akron, passed away December 13, 2016. Born in Youngstown and raised in Massillon, John proudly served in WWII as an Army veteran receiving recognition for his expert marksmanship. John was an avid pinochle and poker player always betting on that ace in the hole. In his youth he played semi-pro football. John was equally proud of...

Paul E. Troyer

Paul E. Troyer

Dec 13, 2016

Paul E. Troyer, 72, of Akron, passed away on December 13, 2016. He was born in Hartville, OH on May 20, 1944 to the late Eli and Fannie Lee Troyer. Paul was a talented carpenter and a devoted member of Temple Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, Paul was preceded in death by his brother, Vernon Troyer. He will...

Julie S. Jarrell

Julie S. Jarrell

Dec 12, 2016

Julie S. Jarrell, 59, of Akron passed away unexpectedly on December 12, 2016. Julie was born on July 26, 1957 in Akron, Ohio; the daughter of Charlie and Mary Smith. She lived in Tallmadge while raising her son, Michael Jarrell and she worked at various Advertising Agencies over the years. Julie was vivacious and loved life. She will be dearly...

Reca Marie O'Donnell

Reca Marie O'Donnell

Dec 12, 2016

Reca Marie O'Donnell, 92, of Stow, passed away peacefully at home with her son, daughter-in-law, daughter, and granddaughter by her side on December 12, 2016. Reca was born in Akron on April 7, 1924 to the late Vaster and Edna Richardson. Reca was a beautician, having worked at Polsky's and Copley Bell. She always took great pride in her appearance...

Pearle Elizabeth Carr

Pearle Elizabeth Carr

Dec 11, 2016

Pearle Elizabeth Carr, age 90, passed away on Sunday, December 11th, 2016. She was born August 29th, 1926 in Fallscreek, Pennsylvania to Charles and Mabel Thomas. Pearle was preceded in death by her loving husband of 67 years, Robert S. Carr; grandson, Avery Wood; brother, Charles Thomas; and daughter-in-law, Debbie Carr. She is survived by her children, Theresa (Jack) Wade,...

Robert Louis Bauer

Robert Louis Bauer

Dec 10, 2016

Robert Louis Bauer, "Bob", age 46 of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, went to be with the Lord at his home on Saturday, December 10, 2016.He leaves behind his mother, Elisabeth Taylor; his father Bob, stepmom Cathy; sister Sheri; brother, Michael; and his three children Caleb, Destiny, and Bobbie; and many many friends and loved ones. Bob lived hard, worked hard, and...

Barbara Ann Israel

Barbara Ann Israel

Dec 10, 2016

Barbara Ann Israel, 84, went home to be with our Lord on Saturday, December 10, following a long illness. She was a resident of Rockynol Nursing Home for the past several months.Barbara was born in Whitesville, West Virginia, on January 19, 1932. She graduated from Whitesville High School, Class of 1950 and later attended Charleston Business College. She moved to...

Mary Joan Flowers

Mary Joan Flowers

Dec 9, 2016

Mary Joan Flowers, "Doe-Doe", age 79, of Akron, Ohio, died on Friday, December 9, 2016 at 12:18 am at Akron City Hospital. She was born on February 14, 1937 in Lost Creek, West Virginia, the daughter of the late Charles Lowell and Grace Marie Donohew Weaver. Mary was a homemaker and she enjoyed cooking and being with her family. Survivors...

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