Obituaries
Tracey P. Dukes (Moats)
Sep 8, 2016
Tracey P. Dukes (Moats), 52, passed away on September 8, 2016. She was a lifelong resident of Akron and employed by Goodyear Tire for over 30 years. Tracey enjoyed camping, riding motorcycles, and was an animal lover. Tracey was preceded in death by her grandmother, Edith Goleno, and boyfriend, Mike Pauley. She is survived by her parents, Raymond and Maxine...
Madalen M. (Royer) Grof
Sep 8, 2016
Madalen Marie (Royer) Grof, 67, of Akron, passed away September 8, 2016. Madalen was born in Akron, Ohio on April 20, 1949. Madalen was an avid bowler and she loved gardening, attending Cleveland Indians games, Barberton Speedway and county fairs. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends and her dog "Lil Bit."Madalen was preceded in death by her...
Gary F. Rose
Sep 8, 2016
This is not an ordinary obituary because my dad, Gary F. Rose, (GFR), was no ordinary man. I can remember one particular moment, shortly after he was diagnosed with stage iv pancreatic cancer, when we sat down together to compose his bucket list. After a few minutes of looking down at the blank pages of his trusty black notebook he...
Rose Tsoufiou
Sep 7, 2016
Rose Tsoufiou, 86, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2016 at Alter Care of Hartville. She was born in Akron, OH on August 6, 1930 to parents Joseph and Rose Prunesti. Rose was a homemaker who loved to bake and cook for family and friends. She went to St. Mary's High School in Akron and worked for Brownie's Restaurant. Rose...
Nedra E. Cook
Sep 6, 2016
Nedra E. Cook, 91, passed away on Tuesday, September 6, 2016. She was born on June 12, 1925 in Rittman, Ohio to George and Lottie Heisz. Nedra enjoyed fishing in Canada and spending time with her grandchildren. She could always be found at her church lending a helping hand with the food program, this gave her much enjoyment. Nedra was...
Timothy Michael Hayslip
Sep 5, 2016
Timothy Michael Hayslip, age 7, went home to be with the Lord on September 5, 2016. He was born in Akron on October 10, 2008. Timothy was a sweet little boy who loved sitting on his grandmother's lap and playing with his toys. He touched many hearts in his short time on Earth and will remain in everyone's hearts forever....
Tanya Lorraine Boyer
Sep 4, 2016
Tanya Lorraine Boyer was called home September 4, 2016. "Your job is done, it is time to come home and rest in my arms. You have done all that I asked of you."She was born on December 20, 1948 to James Garfield and Mary (Jackson) Boyer and a life resident of Akron, Ohio.Tanya graduated from Garfield High School and Central...
Michael Kenneth Sklarek
Sep 3, 2016
Michael Kenneth SklarekMichael Kenneth Sklarek, 59, of Akron, passed away on September 3, 2016. He was born in Lorain, OH and was a graduate of Marion L. Steele High School in Amherst, OH. Mike owned and operated Sklarek Appliance for many years. He also worked in management at Sea World of Ohio and eventually retired from Circle K in 2014....
Joseph Clayton Mitchner
Sep 2, 2016
Joseph Clayton Mitchner, "Joe", age 57 of Portage Lakes, died on September 2, 2016 at his home. He was born on November 14, 1958 in Indianapolis, IN, the son of James E. Mitchner of Ellet and the late Carol Ann Hawkins Mitchner.Joe was owner and operator for over 20 years of Custom Auto Glass in Akron. He loved boating, custom...
Dottie Mae Vanpelt
Sep 2, 2016
Dottie Mae VanPeltDottie Mae VanPelt, 73, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on September 2, 2016. She was born in Lynn, KY to the late Wade and Elizabeth Hale. Dottie was a proud UAW worker for Ford Stamping Plant, Walton Hills, OH for many years. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, discussing politics, and...
Kyle J. Hembree
Sep 2, 2016
Kyle J. Hembree, 32, of Akron, passed away unexpectedly on September 2, 2016. Kyle was born in Akron, Ohio on August 18, 1984 and lived his entire life in the Akron area. Kyle loved music of all genres, and especially loved playing his guitars, he was an animal and nature lover, and he enjoyed cooking for family and friends. He...
Eugen Zander
Sep 1, 2016
Eugen Zander, 75, passed away on Thursday, September 1, 2016. Eugen was born on May 30,1941 in Germany, to Johann and Magdalena Zander. He served his country in the Vietnam War. Eugen retired from Chrysler after 36 years of service.He is preceded in death by his brothers, August Gustave and Waldemar.Eugen is survived by wife, Stella Elises; children, Joshua and...
Angelina Reitz
Sep 1, 2016
Angelina Reitz, age 92 of Springfield Township, passed away September 1, 2016. She was born in South Fork, PA, June 14, 1924, the fourth daughter of the late Richard and Catherine Lentini Martin. She relocated to Akron during World War II and worked as a waitress and later worked at Goodyear Aircraft. She married Thomas Reitz December 1945 and followed...
Kate Hill-Breiding
Sep 1, 2016
Kate Hill, 94, of Akron, passed away September 1, 2016. Kate was born in Akron, Ohio on June 20, 1922 to the late William and Ora Breiding. She retired from Cardinal Plastics after 20 years of service and then opened Brihills Ceramics with her brother, Donnie. She loved arts and crafts, sewing and baking.In addition to her parents, Kate was...
Eileen Helen Pressdee
Sep 1, 2016
Eileen Helen Pressdee, 90, of Green, passed away on September 1, 2016. She was born in Akron on July 21, 1926. Eileen was a longtime member of Oak Hill Presbyterian Church. She was an avid reader and enjoyed going out to dinner with family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Adam and Amelia Rumpf and second...
Beverly J. Fisher
Aug 31, 2016
Beverly J. Fisher (Willis), 77, passed away peacefully on August 31, 2016 at St. Luke Lutheran Community (Portage Lakes) where she was well taken care of her last 10 months of her life. She was born December 4, 1938 to the late Arthur and Virginia Willis. A lifetime member of the New Apostolic Church, Beverly also retired from Lembo's Restaraunt...
Marie Johnson
Aug 31, 2016
R. Marie Johnson, 76, of Doylestown, passed away August 31, 2016. Marie was born in Haleyville, Alabama on June 13, 1940 to the late Carl and Arvrea Jeffery. She loved her family, friends, her dog Sadie and the Cleveland Indians. Best known for her determination and compassion, she will be truly missed by everyone who knew and loved her.In addition...
Ann C. Estabrook
Aug 30, 2016
Ann C. Estabrook passed away on August 30, 2016, peacefully at the home of her daughter in Akron, OH, surrounded by family and friends. Ann's memory will be cherished by daughter Susan Kolarik (Pam Reid), sons Ken Estabrook (Linde Ghere) and Jim Estabrook (Alicia Guill). She will be greatly missed by grandchildren Jen and Christina Kolarik; Courtney Breuler; Michael, Josh,...
Darrell Bland
Aug 29, 2016
Darrell W. Bland, "Big D" "Jinx" 68, of Kent, passed away August 29, 2016. Darrell was a father, a grandfather, a friend, a brother, a coach and Santa Claus. Darrell was born in Hinton, West Virginia on November 11, 1947 to the late John and Irene Bland. He was an active member of EAAA and coached football and basketball in...
G. Brian Swyers
Aug 29, 2016
G. Brian SwyersG. Brian Swyers, 57, passed away peacefully surrounded by family from pancreatic cancer on August 29, 2016. Brian was a loving husband and amazing father who will be sorely missed. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Betty Swyers. Brian leaves to cherish his memory, loving wife Christine; daughters, Katie (Lauren) and Anna; and beloved...
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