Obituaries
Lyndon Markland
Aug 19, 2016
Lyndon "Lindy" J. Markland, 55, of Portage Lakes, passed away unexpectedly on August 19, 2016. He was a 1979 graduate of East High School and has been employed with Air Enterprises LLC for 30 years, currently serving in the Field Services Department. Lindy lived his life to the fullest. He was very outgoing, assertive, friendly, and had a contagious sense...
Mark T. Cole
Aug 17, 2016
Mark T. ColeMark T. Cole passed away unexpectedly on August 17, 2016. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gordon and Nancy Cole. Mark is survived by his daughter, Brittany; sisters, Pam (Joseph) Robine, Penny (Jeff) Amsden; brother, Christopher (Gail) Cole; and many nieces, and nephews. He also leaves extended family, the Adelmans, who cared deeply for him. Private...
Roy Goforth
Aug 17, 2016
Roy Goforth, age 84 of Barberton, Ohio, transitioned into the loving arms of his Lord on August 17, 2016 at 3:47AM at St. Elizabeth Health Center in Youngstown, Ohio. He was born on May 31, 1932 in Friendsville, TN, the son of the late Eugene and Viola Crisp Goforth. Roy was an honorably discharged US Navy veteran of the Korean...
Robert Joseph Downey, Sr.
Aug 16, 2016
Robert Joseph Downey, Sr., age 26, of Akron, Ohio, died on August 16, 2016.He was born on July 17, 1990 the son of Robert W. Downey of Akron and the late Denise L. Morgan. Robert enjoyed hanging out with friends and family.Other than his father, survivors include his son, Robert Joseph Downey, Jr.; his siblings, Danielle and Jeremy Downey, Michael...
Ronald Adkins
Aug 16, 2016
Ronald Adkins, 70, of Lakemore, passed away unexpectedly at his home on August 16, 2016. Ron worked and retired from Gentzler Tool and Die. He loved spending time with his family, watching his grandkids sporting events, riding his motorcycle, and various trails on his trike. Ron leaves behind his loving wife of 50 years, Gatha; daughter, Tammy (Jason) Roberts; precious...
Roy O. Heffelman Jr.
Aug 16, 2016
Roy O. Heffelman Jr. passed away at Altercare of Hartville Center on Tuesday August 16, 2016. Roy was born July 22, 1928 to Roy Sr. and Margaret (Moreland) Heffelman. Besides his parents, he was preceded by his first wife Dolores (Colegrove). Roy graduated from Central High School and was employed by Ohio Edison for 35 years. Roy loved to travel,...
Michael Bradley Clowser
Aug 15, 2016
Michael Bradley Clowser, age 37, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 15, 2016. He was born on October 11, 1978 in Akron, the loving son of Michael Clowser and Deborah Kidd Clowser. Michael was preceded in death by his grandparents, Bruce and Patricia Perry Ewing, and his grandfather, Ronald Kidd. Michael is survived by his three children,...
Frederic K. Frakes
Aug 14, 2016
Frederic K. Frakes, age 68, passed away August 14, 2016 surrounded by his loving family. Fred leaves behind his wife and soul mate of 38 years, Shellie; son, Scott; grandchildren, Allison, Jackie, and Thomas; brother, William (Alane); Sister, Teresa; in-laws, Keith and Joyce McMenamy, Sherrie, Mindy, and Steve (Dawn); and many nieces, and nephews. Per Fred's request there will not...
Michelle Iwanyckyj
Aug 13, 2016
Michelle IwanyckyjMichelle Iwanyckyj, 51, of Akron, passed away on August 13, 2016. She worked for Coca-Cola as a Union Steward and Fork Lift Driver. Michelle was a wonderful woman who enjoyed long walks and being with her son. She loved relaxing and lounging around by her pool. Michelle is preceded in death by her father, Jarold Worcester. She leaves to...
Kevin L Roseborough
Aug 13, 2016
Kevin L. Roseborough, 54, passed away on Saturday, August 13, 2016. Kevin was born on March 12, 1962 in Akron, Ohio to Lowell and Ernestine Roseborough. He loved fishing, working in his garden, and trains. Spending time with his family was special to him. He is preceded in death by his dad, Lowell and his grandparents, Alfred and Kathryn Roseborough.Kevin...
Max Marvin Kendrick
Aug 12, 2016
Max Marvin Kendrick, 86, died August 12, 2016 in Brimfield, OH.He was preceded in death by Violet, his loving wife of 50 years, and son-in-law Dave Hendricks. He is survived by his son Terrill (Denise); daughter Cynthia Hendricks; 2 sisters, a brother; 4 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins. The family thanks Helen Butler for her care and...
Robert Allen Olds
Aug 12, 2016
Robert Allen Olds, 78, went to be with the Lord on August 12, 2016. Robert served the Lord all his life and was a member of the Pentecostal movement. He loved to restore antique automobiles. He proudly served in the U.S. Army 82nd Airborne Division and retired from Schwebel's Bakery. Preceded in death by his beloved wife of 53 years,...
Robert P. Vicen
Aug 12, 2016
Robert P. Vicen, 69 , passed away after a courageous battle with brain cancer on Friday, August 12, 2016. Bob was born on February 8,1947 in, Bellaire, OH to Cecil and Irene Vicen. He was an avid golfer. Bob retired from Goodyear after 30 years of dedicated service. He was an active member of the Akron Turner Club. Bob served...
Josef Kostelenski
Aug 11, 2016
Josef KostelenskiJosef Kostelenski, 66, passed away on August 11, 2016 after a courageous battle with cancer. He retired from Bridgestone Firestone after 40 plus years of service. He loved spending time with his family; watching movies, and golfing and bowling with his friends. Josef served in the US Army. He was preceded in death by father, Thomas; brother, Tommy; and...
James H. Rankin, Jr.
Aug 10, 2016
James H. Rankin, 76, of Akron, passed away August 10, 2016. James was born in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts on January 30, 1940; son of the late James and Bertha Rankin. James retired from Cuyahoga Valley Railroad in October of 1997. He was an honorary member of the Piss & Moan Club, and his sarcasm and humorous outlook on life will...
Myrtle Sines
Aug 8, 2016
Myrtle Sines, 95, of Tallmadge, has passed from this life to the next running into eternal freedom. She had strength of character, demonstrating unconditional love and leaving a legacy of faith and family. Myrtle was a lifetime cook serving Tallmadge Schools, Alsides Inc., and First Methodist Church of Cuyahoga Falls.Myrtle was preceded in death by her husband of over 50...
Dorothy P. Steele
Aug 7, 2016
Dorothy Pauline Steele, age 89, passed away peacefully at her home on August 7, 2016. Dorothy was born in North Baltimore, Ohio, on August 30, 1926 to the late Beryl and Ruby Vaughn McAmis. She married Luther Steele in 1944 and enjoyed 65 years of good marriage. Dorothy and Luther met during the war while both were working at Goodyear;...
Joseph W. Gray "Jw"
Aug 6, 2016
Joseph W. Gray "JW"Joe, aka "JW", 54, passed away suddenly on August 6, 2016. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother. Joe will be missed by his sister, Debby Monroe; brother, Bob Gray; three nephews; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. Cremation has taken place.
Thomas Joseph Flanagan
Aug 6, 2016
Thomas Joseph Flanagan, age 86, passed into heaven on Saturday, August 6, 2016 at his home in Akron, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born on April 29, 1930, in Akron, as the 9th of eleven children to parents, James P. and Dorathea B. Bader Flanagan. Growing up on the family farm instilled a strong work ethic,...
Judith K. Edwards
Aug 6, 2016
Judith K. Edwards, 69, of New Franklin, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, August 6, 2016 in Akron, Ohio. She was born on November 23, 1946 in Akron, Ohio, daughter of the late John and Katherine Fish and was a graduate of Kenmore High School. The most important thing in her life was being a grandmother to her 10 grandchildren. Judy dedicated...
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