Obituaries
Robert L. Clark
Sep 28, 2016
Robert Lee Clark, Tallmadge, Ohio, passed away on September 28, 2016.Bob lived most of his life in Tallmadge and was a graduate of Tallmadge High School, class of 1963, and the University of Akron, 1978. He was a proud U.S Navy veteran, serving aboard the U.S.S. Albany, and was also a member of the U.S.S. Albany Association. Bob retired from...
Deforest Phifer
Sep 27, 2016
DeForest Phifer "Scooby"DeForest Phifer, "Scooby" 43, passed away after a brief illness on September 27, 2016. DeForest was born December 22, 1972 in Akron, OH to Margaret Phifer. He attended Akron Public Schools where he excelled academically and in sports. In fact, he was a true Dallas Cowboys fan. He furthered his career in the medical field, graduating September 24,...
Zander Frank Hormell
Sep 27, 2016
Zander Frank Hormell "Ruggy," age 2, gone too soon, was greeted in Heaven by his brothers, Takoma and Eithan, and Papa Dave on September 27, 2016. Zander was an energetic, young boy; he loved to wrestle with his brothers and play with his trucks and tractors. Much like his father, he enjoyed truck and tractor pulls and being outside. Of...
James Edward Bennett
Sep 27, 2016
James "Jim" Edward Bennett, 65, of Akron, passed away September 27, 2016. Jim was a 1969 graduate of Central High and immediately enlisted in the U.S. Army where he was Honorably Discharged in 1973 after serving in the Vietnam War. He worked as a mechanic for over 30 years, with the majority of his employment spent at Zim's Carburetor and...
Richard R. Freeman
Sep 27, 2016
Richard R. FreemanRichard R. Freeman, 71, went home to be with the Lord on September 27, 2016. He was born in Bryson City, NC. Richard was a tow truck driver for 20 years. He loved fishing, working on cars and playing bingo. He attended Arlington Memorial Baptist Church for a short amount of time. Richard was preceded in death by...
Adam J. Stull
Sep 26, 2016
Adam J. Stull, 25, of Mogadore, passed away unexpectedly on September 26, 2016. He graduated from Mogadore High School in 2009. Adam fulfilled his dream of becoming an electrician. He completed his apprenticeship in 2015 and became a Journeyman with J.W. Didado Electricians. He will be dearly missed by his mom, Kathleen Stull (Handley Meadows); dad, Jeffrey (Jennifer) Stull; sister,...
Carolyn Ann Munn (Swaino)
Sep 26, 2016
Carolyn Ann Munn (Swaino) , 79, of Barberton, was called Home to be with the Lord on September 26, 2016. Carolyn was born in Barberton, Ohio on May 2, 1937. She was very passionate about bingo, loved her TV shows, and made friends with everyone she encountered. She was preceded in death by her father, James H. Scott; her mother,...
Homer I. Starkey Jr.
Sep 26, 2016
Homer I. Starkey Jr., 95, passed away on Monday, September 26, 2016. Jr. was born on December 26,1920 in Akron, Ohio to Homer Sr. and Frankie Starkey. He served his country in the U.S. Army during WWII. He retired from Parker Hannifin after 24 years. Jr. enjoyed playing games, cards and working puzzles with his family. He is preceded in...
Anne Logan (Romocean)
Sep 25, 2016
Anne Logan (Romocean) of Alliance, Ohio, passed away on September 25, 2016. She was born in Romania on June 4, 1919 and emigrated to the United States in 1921 with her parents, Frank and Anna Romocean, and her sister, Victoria. Anne was raised in Manchester, Ohio and after her marriage to William J. Doyle moved to Akron. She worked for...
Jane Anne West
Sep 24, 2016
Jane Anne West, 57, of Hudson, passed away on September 24, 2016. She was born in Akron, Ohio on December 25, 1958. Jane earned both her Bachelor's and Master's degrees from Kent State University. She spent many years as a research assistant at Case Western University, and as a Direct Service Professional at Siffrin Inc. Jane was preceded in death...
Helen Mitchner (Blankenship)
Sep 23, 2016
Helen Mitchner, 75, of Akron, passed away unexpectedly on September 23, 2016. She was born in Dover, Ohio to the late Harry and Vivian Heim. She was preceded in death by her son, Todd Blankenship and sister, Nancy Lou Heim. She will be deeply missed by her husband, James Mitchner; daughter, Nancy Contrael; grandson, Zachary Contrael; son, David Blankenship; son,...
Doris E. Hartenstein
Sep 22, 2016
Doris E. Hartenstein, 90, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2016. A longtime Akron resident, Doris relocated to Hobe Sound, FL in 1979 and recently returned to stay with family. Doris enjoyed playing bingo, shopping, watching game shows, and snacking. She was very outspoken, confident, caring, opinionated, ornery, and enjoyed joking around. Doris was preceded in death by her husband...
Thomas O. Moneypenny
Sep 22, 2016
On September 22, 2016, Thomas O. Moneypenny, 84, while snuggled up and asleep and surrounded by family, passed away with peace, grace and dignity. On his way to a grand reception, he will surely not be alone. At the reception he was first greeted by the Heavenly Father who he so cherished. Then he was greeted by his father and...
Ruth B. Conley
Sep 22, 2016
Ruth B. Conley, 88, of Akron, passed away September 22, 2016. Ruth was born in Akron, Ohio on August 22, 1928 to the late Herbert and Flossie Hoye. Ruth was a past member of Mogadore Boat Club and she was an avid bowler. She enjoyed camping and boating with her family and she will be dearly missed by all.In addition...
William C. Borland
Sep 21, 2016
William C. Borland, 67, passed away surrounded by his family after a long battle with cancer on Wednesday, September 21, 2016. William was born on December 30, 1948 in Akron, OH to Lewis and Evelyn Borland.Bill is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Lonna Borland; children, Shelly (Pablo) Cantera,Tammy (John) Westfall, Tracy Borland, William (Jenny) Borland Jr.; 11...
Patricia Quinn
Sep 21, 2016
Patricia S. Quinn, "Patti," 63, of Lakemore, passed away at home September 21, 2016. Patti was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother and she will be dearly missed by all. She was preceded in death by her parents, Leroy Quinn and Juanita (Hoover) Kirkbride.Patti is survived by her daughter, Katrina Wilson (Salim); son, Robert Null; 3 grandchildren, Bailey, Paul, and...
Earlene Cave
Sep 19, 2016
Earlene Cave, 84, went home to be with the Lord on September 19, 2016. She was a life-long resident of Akron and worked as a foster grandparent with the Head Start Program. Earlene enjoyed golfing, bowling, crocheting, hiking in the Metro Parks, and spending time with her family. Earlene was preceded in death by her loving husband of 55 years,...
Ronald F. Trocchio
Sep 19, 2016
Ronald F.Trocchio, 76, Sunrise October 2,1939 - Sunset September 18, 2016 Ron was born on October 2, 1939 in Akron, Ohio. to mother, Marie Conn Trocchio and father, Telly Trocchio. Ron graduated from Akron North High School. He was an advocate during the early 90's in the local music scene around N. Akron. previous owner of Ron's Crossroads and many...
Harold Abbuhl
Sep 18, 2016
Harold E. Abbuhl, 87, passed away in his home on September 18, 2016. He was born in Dennison, OH on April 3, 1929 to the late Roy and Matilda Abbuhl. Harold was employed by Lucas Aerospace in Aurora. He enjoyed talking on the CB, roller skating, welding, and visiting his son Robert at the campsite. He also enjoyed fishing and...
Delores P. Hahn
Sep 18, 2016
Delores P. Hahn, 84, passed away on September 18, 2016. She was born in Akron, OH on April 28, 1932. Delores retired after 25 years of dedicated service at Akron General Medical Center. She enjoyed traveling to Holden Beach, NC, gardening, and was an extremely devoted grandmother. Delores encountered more grief than the average person should endure in a lifetime....
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