Obituaries
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...
Jessie M. Sutton
Aug 6, 2016
Jessie M. Sutton, age 96 of Akron, Ohio, peacefully went to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 6, 2016 at 5:50 AM at her home. She was born on December 24, 1919 in Cass, West Virginia, the daughter of the late Edward and Sadie Palmar Paccasassi. Jessie was a member of Steels Corners Community Church. She was also retired,...
Ralph C. Oberholtz
Aug 3, 2016
Ralph C. Oberholtz, 50, passed away August 3, 2016, with his family by his side, after courageously fighting brain cancer. He was a machinist and heavy machinery operator for over 25 years. He is survived by his parents, Ralph E. and Mary L. Young Oberholtz, Jr.; sister, Patricia (Daniel) Abraham; niece, Chelsey (Eli) Bauman; great nephews, Barrett and Byron Bauman;...
Virgil L. Thompson Sr.
Aug 3, 2016
Virgil L. Thompson Sr., 73, passed away suddenly on August 3, 2016. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 44 years, Edna. Virgil is survived by daughter, Elizabeth; son, Virgil (Kimberly); grandsons, Jacob and Lucas; granddaughter, Jordan. Interment at Greenlawn Memorial Park, Akron.
Virgil L. Thompson Sr.
Aug 3, 2016
Virgil L. Thompson Sr., 73, passed away suddenly on August 3, 2016. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 44 years, Edna. Virgil is survived by daughter, Elizabeth; son, Virgil (Kimberly); grandsons, Jacob and Lucas; granddaughter, Jordan. Interment at Greenlawn Memorial Park, Akron.
John Nagy
Aug 2, 2016
John Nagy, Sr., 85, of Mogadore, passed away on August 2, 2016.John was born in Janoshalma, Hungary on December 16, 1930. He immigrated to the United States in 1957 and retired from Herman Machine, Inc. John was an active member and past president of the American-Hungarian Club and member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Church until they closed.John was preceded...
John Fate, Jr.
Aug 2, 2016
John William Fate, Jr., 60, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away unexpectedly on August 2, 2016. John was a 1975 graduate of Ellet High School. He was formerly employed at Bally Total Fitness and Nickles Bakery and he was currently studying and working to become a drug and alcohol counselor. He was an avid Cleveland sports fan and it brought him...
Russell B. Beane
Aug 2, 2016
Thank you, Father, for the life of Russell Bernard Beane, who believed in you, and therefore lives.Russell was the son of the late Odie Dale and Mae Losh Beane, he was born May 13, 1924 in Gassaway, West Virginia, where he spent his early life. He attended the Braxton County Schools. After serving several years in the United States Army...
Henry Bittner Jr.
Jul 29, 2016
Henry Bittner Jr. (Hank) 85, of Cuyahoga Falls succumbed to Parkinson's Disease on Friday, July 29, 2016. Henry was born on June 10, 1931 in Sandpatch, Pennsylvania to Phillip and Mary Bittner. He served his country in the U.S Air Force and Reserve also the VFW past Post Commander and life member of #3294 and American Legion, Bealsville ,OH ,...
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