Obituaries

Charles D. Green

Charles D. Green

Jul 15, 2016

Charles D. Green, 81, of Akron, passed away on July 15, 2016. He was born in Red Star, West Virginia on July 25, 1934 to the late Claude and Celia Green. He retired from Akron General Medical Center Housekeeping Services after over 30 years of service. He will be deeply missed by his sisters, Merle Shaver and Elizabeth Dick; several...

Shirley Wilson

Shirley Wilson

Jul 15, 2016

Shirley Jean Wilson, 79, passed away July 15th after a short illness.She was preceded in death by parents, Grace and Walter Wilson; brothers, James, Walter Jr. "Bud", and Wayne Wilson; and sister, Freda "Sis" Wykoff. Shirley leaves to mourn sisters, Betty Bridenthal and Virginia Vartenuk; brothers, Edwin "Jack" Wilson and Earl Wilson, along with many nieces and nephews.Shirley was a...

William J. Mcgaffick

William J. Mcgaffick

Jul 15, 2016

William J. McGaffick, 45, passed away suddenly on Friday, July 15, 2016. William was born on January 8, 1971 in Wadsworth, Ohio to his father, Rick McGaffick and mother, Roseanne Caplinger. He was employed by Omnova Solutions Inc. for over 25 years. William was always willing to lend a helping hand to everyone he knew. He was very passionate about...

Gordon Lee Tarr

Gordon Lee Tarr

Jul 13, 2016

Gordon Lee Tarr, "Gordie, Uncle G, G Dawg, Gramps," 67 peacefully went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 13, 2016 after a 2 year battle with lung cancer with his children, grandchildren and family by his side.Gordon was born on May 5, 1949 in Akron, Ohio. He was a welder by trade. He taught himself to play the...

Charles Thalman

Charles Thalman

Jul 13, 2016

Charles F. Thalman "Chuck" Charles F. Thalman "Chuck", 62, passed away on July 13, 2016. He was born in Akron, OH on June 11, 1954. Chuck worked for National Machine Group for 36 years. He loved classic cars, NASCAR, Elvis, and playing the lottery. He was preceded in death by his father, Fredrick Thalman. Chuck is survived by his loving...

Eugene Lester Raybuck

Eugene Lester Raybuck

Jul 12, 2016

Eugene Lester Raybuck, born November 5, 1923 in Apple Farm, West Virginia, passed away with his family by his side on July 12, 2016. He retired from BF Goodrich in 1989. Gene was a talented gardener and builder and always completed every job perfectly. He passed on his work ethic to so many others. He welcomed everyone into his home...

Charles R. Henthorn Jr.

Charles R. Henthorn Jr.

Jul 11, 2016

Charles R. Henthorn Jr., 56, of Mogadore, left this world for a better place of no pain on July 11, 2016. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, uncle, father and mother-in-law, and other family members to a beautiful place we call Heaven. Charles is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Teresa; daughter, Melissa (Andrew) Nichols; son,...

Jeffrey E. Collins

Jeffrey E. Collins

Jul 11, 2016

Jeffrey E. Collins, 44, passed away on Monday, July 11, 2016. Jeffrey was born on January 3, 1972 in, Barberton, OH. He enjoyed Nascar Racing, the Cleveland Browns and his animal friends. He is preceded in death by his father, Arthur Collins; sister, Helen Wilson; brother, David Collins.Jeffrey is survived by his mother, Lorraina and step father Carlos Eldridge; sisters,...

Weyandt Dettis

Weyandt Dettis

Jul 10, 2016

Weyandt H. Dettis, 88, of Akron, passed away suddenly July 10, 2016. Weyandt was born on January 4, 1928 and came to Akron in 1975 after closing his own pharmacy in Trafford, PA. He was hired by the Acme grocery company and had worked at the East Avenue store (Acme 18) until he retired in September 2012. Over the years,...

Elizabeth "Liz" Lafferty

Elizabeth "Liz" Lafferty

Jul 9, 2016

Elizabeth "Liz" Ellen Lafferty, 90, passed away on July 9, 2016. Born Jan. 17, 1926, she was the firstborn of Paul and Ethel (Walls) York. Elizabeth lived all but six years of her life in Akron.Married for 71 years, she was preceded in death by her husband Wilmer Dean Lafferty, who passed on March 8, 2016. Elizabeth graduated from Kenmore...

Lloyd Earl Phillips

Lloyd Earl Phillips

Jul 9, 2016

Lloyd Earl Phillips, age 75 of Mogadore, Ohio, died on July 9, 2016 at his home at 4:20 PM after a courageous battle with dementia and cancer. He was born in Waynesburg, PA on July 7, 1941 the son of the late William Albert and Edna Mae Cook Phillips.Mr. Phillips was an honorably discharged US Army Veteran of the Vietnam...

Alisha M. Schlagenhauser

Alisha M. Schlagenhauser

Jul 8, 2016

Alisha Marie Schlagenhauser ,32 was suddenly taken from us on July 8, 2016 in Las Angeles, Calfornia. She was born on August 21,1983 to Rosie (Jack) Toomey and Garrett Schlagenhauser. She was the proud mother of Johnathan and Nathaniel Etheridge, Alisha was a free spirit and lived life her way. She enjoyed her motorcycles and the excitement of living in...

Diane Ella Gaugler

Diane Ella Gaugler

Jul 8, 2016

Diane Ella Gaugler (Arner) of Akron, Ohio passed away on Friday, July 8, 2016 at Akron City Hospital surrounded by her family after a brief battle with cancer. Diane was born December 29, 1958 in Allentown, PA to the late Carl and June Arner. Diane filled her life to the fullest with being with her family. She enjoyed the holidays...

Carolyn M. Klinger

Carolyn M. Klinger

Jul 7, 2016

Carolyn Klinger (Wilke), 47 years old. She was born on September 28, 1968 and passed away on July 7, 2016.Beloved wife and mother, she went home to be with the Lord; she leaves behind, husband, Robert Klinger; daughter, Samantha Klinger; 9 siblings; and 13 nieces and nephews.

Almeda M. Lambert

Almeda M. Lambert

Jul 7, 2016

Almeda M. Lambert, 94, passed away with Linda and Angelique by her side on Thursday, July 7, 2016. She was born on October 17, 1921 in, Parksville, KY to Fred and Nora Montgomery. She moved to Akron in 1927. She was employed at the Board of Education for 21 years. Almeda loved poetry, fishing in Canada with Treston, which she...

Karl F. Hirsch

Karl F. Hirsch

Jul 2, 2016

Karl F. Hirsch, 80, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 2, 2016. Karl was born on April 1, 1936 in Akron, Ohio to the late Henry and Helen (Kral) Hirsch. He was a 1954 graduate of Garfield High School, and proudly served 10 years in the United States Army Reserves. Karl retired from B.F. Goodrich, after a hardworking career of...

Jimmie "Jim" Jarvis

Jimmie "Jim" Jarvis

Jul 1, 2016

Jimmie "Jim" Jarvis, 76, of Windham, passed away unexpectedly on July 1, 2016. He was born December 31, 1939 in Oka, WV. Jim had a heart of gold with an outgoing personality, was an avid outdoorsman, enjoyed taking care of the wildlife on his farm, flying his airplanes, watching NASCAR races and sports, and spending time with his family. He...

Janey L. Motz

Janey L. Motz

Jul 1, 2016

Janey L. Motz ( Chapman ), 63, passed away on Friday, July 1, 2016. Janey was born on October 19, 1952 in New Martinsville, West Virginia to Harold and Rose Marie Chapman. Janey always had a warm smile on her face to greet you, who will be greatly missed by all that knew her. She could be found in her...

Mary Catherine Harbison

Mary Catherine Harbison

Jun 29, 2016

Mary Catherine HarbisonMary Catherine Harbison, 82, went home to be with the Lord on June 29, 2016. She was born in Spencer, WV to the late Denver and Roxie Craddock on November 18, 1933. She loved bowling, listening to music, her pets, chocolate, and the Cleveland Indians. Mary was a graduate of West High School. She was a member of...

Mary D. Hayes

Mary D. Hayes

Jun 29, 2016

Mary Hayes, 83, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 29, 2016. She was born on October 13, 1932 to Madaline Odom and Elvin Snyder. Mary loved spending time with her friends and family. She also enjoyed cooking, decorating, golfing and bowling. Mary was an inspiration for all who met her. Mary is preceded in death by...

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