Obituaries

Jane Anne West

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)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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....

Richard Mahlon English

Richard Mahlon English

Sep 18, 2016

Richard Mahlon English, 77, of Akron, passed away on September 18, 2016. He was born in Akron on October 22, 1938 to the late Mahlon and Helen English. Richard proudly served in both the U.S. Air Force and the U.S. Marine Corps. He was employed with Lehner Screw Machine Company for over 20 years and retired in 2004 from Karg...

Robin M. Martin

Robin M. Martin

Sep 17, 2016

Robin M. MartinSunrise - SunsetJanuary 7, 1969 - September 17, 2016Robin was a gentle soul who leaves behind her companion,children and sibling . She will be missed greatly.

Laura Savage

Laura Savage

Sep 16, 2016

Laura J. SavageLaura J. Savage, daughter of the late Howard and Jerre (Sharp) Savage II passed away Sept 16. She worked as a private nurse, and at Springfield High School. She also was a part time party planner. She is preceded in death by her sister Susan Savage. She is survived by her daughters Kyel Buzzard and Willow Savage, and...

Donald Beryl Kellar

Donald Beryl Kellar

Sep 16, 2016

Donald B. Kellar, "Don", age 89, of Tallmadge, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, September 16, 2016 at his home. He was born on August 23, 1927 in Parkersburg, WV, the son of the late Dearreald D. and Arminta Jane Webb Kellar. Donald was an honorably discharged US Army veteran of WWII. He retired from Roofer's...

Marlene Rae Kunselman

Marlene Rae Kunselman

Sep 16, 2016

Marlene Rae Kunselman (Chew), 81, went home to be with the Lord on September 16, 2016 after a long battle with Alzheimer's. She was a graduate of Ellet High School, a lifelong member of the Church of God (Anderson, IN), and a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Marlene was preceded in death by her parents, Willard and Dorothy Chew. She...

Marcella J. Meadows

Marcella J. Meadows

Sep 16, 2016

Marcella J. Meadows, 81, passed away on Friday, September 16, 2016 in Akron, Ohio. Marcella is preceded in death by her husband, Tommie; children, Samuel and Wayne.She is survived by her son, Handley and Kathy; grandchildren, Justin, Adam, Hannah, Timothy.A private service will be held in West Virginia.

Karalee Lynn Lutz

Karalee Lynn Lutz

Sep 15, 2016

Karalee Lynn Lutz, "Kara", age 32, of Springfield Twp., died on Thursday, September 15, 2016.She was born on January 21, 1984 in Akron, the daughter of David and Keverlyn Weinsheimer Pickering, with whom she lived. Kara was a graduate of Springfield High School and Brown Mackey College where she attained a Medical Assistant Associates Degree. She liked to make crafts...

Emogene Alred

Emogene Alred

Sep 15, 2016

Emogene Alred, age 85, of New Franklin, Ohio, passed away September 15, 2016 at 10:15 PM at Pleasant View Health Care Center in Barberton. Emogene was born in Livingston, Tennessee on January 16, 1931 to the late Willis and Ottie Zachary Long. Emogene was a homemaker and enjoyed cooking, flower gardening, and loved to visit with friends and family and...

Robert Dumke Jr.

Robert Dumke Jr.

Sep 15, 2016

Robert H. Dumke Jr., 70, passed away on Thursday, September 15, 2016. Bob was born on May 25, 1946 in Elyria, Ohio to Robert H. Sr. and Selena Dumke. Bob enjoyed spending time with his family and collecting electronics. He served his country in the U.S. Navy. He is preceded in death by his parents.Bob is survived by his devoted...

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