Obituaries
Audrey J. Mccloskey
Mar 2, 2017
On the evening of March 2, 2017, Audrey J. McCloskey, 89, peacefully slipped away surrounded in love by her daughters Barb and Judi. An only child, Audrey Jean Roth was born in Canton, Ohio, to Theresa (Maurer) Roth and Stephen Roth on August 4, 1927. She attended Belle Stone and Gibbs Elementary Schools there.In third grade, Audrey moved with her...
Pastor William Howe
Mar 2, 2017
William "Bill" Howe, 62, passed peacefully on Thursday March 2, 2017 at his home in Green, OH with family by his side. Bill was an avid sports fan. He enjoyed playing baseball and basketball. His true passion was serving the Lord and helping others. He started as a praise and worship leader with Christ Community Church. He then devoted 12...
Mary Florence Zornes
Mar 2, 2017
Mary Florence Zornes (Cline) went home to be with the Lord on March 2, 2017. Mary was born September 15, 1927 in Graysville, Ohio to the late Brade and Georgia Cline. She graduated from Graysville High School on May 25, 1945, then moved to Akron, where she worked at National News, Mason's, and Zayre's. She retired from Zayre's in 1985....
Donnie Dwayne Moss
Mar 1, 2017
Donnie Dwayne Moss, 54, of Akron, passed away on March 1, 2017. He was born on May 20, 1962 in Lakeland, Florida. Donnie worked at Yocono's in Akron for 25 years and most recently worked at Kids At Heart. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed biking, hiking, and skydiving. He was a big fan of both Rick Springfield and...
Barbara Heiner
Feb 28, 2017
Barbara "Bobbi" Heiner, 65, went home to be with the Lord on February 28, 2017. She was born January 17, 1952 in Blairsville, GA and was a longtime Akron resident. Bobbi is survived by her husband of 37 years, Charles; sister, Mary Twiggs; 2 nieces; 1 great-nephew; and other family members. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 3,...
Phillip Russell
Feb 27, 2017
Phillip "Phil" Russell, 66, went home to be with the Lord on February 27, 2017. He was born October 6, 1950 in Akron to late parents Charles and Pauline Russell. Phil was a very fun, friendly, passionate and outgoing guy. From early in his life he was involved in sports, especially baseball and football, and was proud to be quarterback...
Hanna G. Summerfield
Feb 27, 2017
Hanna G. Summerfield, 86, went home to be with the Lord on February 27, 2017. She is survived by her loving husband of 49 years, Woodroe; seven children; and several grandchildren. Memorial service will be held on Saturday March 4, 2017 at 2pm at Newcomer Funeral Home 131 N. Canton Rd. Akron, OH 44305. Rev. Dr. Cynthia Danals officiating.
Glennis Blevins
Feb 26, 2017
Glennis "Glennie" Blevins, 72, passed away at home surrounded by family on February 26, 2017. She was born January 28, 1945 in Stenson, WV to parents, David and Corene Hicks. Glennie loved her family more than anything, and also enjoyed playing cards on Saturday nights with her family, had a great sense of humor, was sharp as a tack, and...
Terry Michael Davis
Feb 26, 2017
Terry passed away on Sunday 2/26/2017 after a 2 month battle from complications of surgery.Per my wishes, I have been cremated and I will not have any calling hours or services. I was preceded in death by my father, Ralph A. and my mother, Lillian M. (nee Tambini).I am survived by two great children, Richard M. Davis and Alison R....
Collin Tyler Abbott
Feb 25, 2017
Collin Tyler Abbott, 24, of Akron, passed away unexpectedly on February 25, 2017. He attended Jackson Local Schools in Jackson Twp. and graduated from Akron Garfield High School in 2010. Though Collin was with us a short time, as the family's first grandchild, he was a blessing to all of us and memories of him will be cherished and bring...
Edna Ruth Woofter
Feb 25, 2017
Edna Ruth Woofter, 97, left this world for Heaven on February 25, 2017. Edna was well known to people in her hometown of Weston, West Virginia, Washington D.C., and Louisville, Kentucky - all places where she worked professionally.Edna was born on August 18, 1919 in Weston, West Virginia, where she lived with her family until her mid-20s. Following high school,...
Shannon Marie Meyer Alexander
Feb 24, 2017
Shannon Marie Meyer Alexander, age 37 of Akron, Ohio, died on February 24, 2017 at her home. She was born on May 29, 1979 in Akron, the daughter of John W. and Carol Graf Meyer.Shannon grew up in Green and graduated from Green High School in 1998; she also attended KSU. Survivors include her parents of Akron; her husband, Donald...
Floyd Allen Cunningham
Feb 24, 2017
Floyd Allen Cunningham, age 77, passed away February 24, 2017 at Windsong Care Facility. Floyd was born July 17, 1939 in Scio, Ohio to Thomas and Ida Cunningham. As a young man, he loved horseback riding and hunting. Following graduation from high school, Floyd enlisted in the Army and was recognized as a Rifle Marksman. Following his honorable discharge from...
John R. Bennington
Feb 24, 2017
John R. Bennington, 48, passed away on Friday, February 24, 2017. He was born on May 22,1968 in Akron,OH to Donald and Marilyn Bennington. John will be missed by all who knew him.He is survived by wife, Denise Bennington; children, Bridgette and Drew; parents, Donald and Marilyn; sister, Deanne; grandchild Naomi, niece and nephew, Evie and Jon.Family will receive friends...
Stanley J."Jay" Francis
Feb 24, 2017
Stanley J. "Jay" Francis, 75, of Suffield, passed away on February 24, 2017. He was born in Barberton on March 17, 1941 to the late Stanley and Helen Francis. He retired from Goodyear Aerospace and spent many years as a volunteer firefighter and EMT for the Suffield Fire Department. Jay was a longtime member of Mogadore VFW 8487. In his...
Harold V. May
Feb 23, 2017
Harold V. May, 87, formerly of Akron, passed away on February 23, 2017. He was born on December 2, 1929 to the late Urban and Clara May. Harold graduated from Ellet High School in 1947 and retired from General Tire after over 40 years of service. He was a former member of Oak Hill Presbyterian Church. Harold was an avid...
Madison Paige Haggard
Feb 23, 2017
An Angel gone too soon, Madison Paige Haggard received her wings on February 23, 2017 at the age of 17. Madison was born on October 18, 1999 in Akron, Ohio, attended Hyre Community Learning Center and was currently a junior at Ellet High School. The quote, "Though she be but little, she is fierce" is a true reflection of the...
Dorothy J. Shaffer
Feb 22, 2017
Dorothy J. Shaffer, 93, passed away peacefully on February 22, 2017. She was born in Uniontown, PA on October 17, 1923 and was a longtime resident of Mogadore, OH. Dorothy was a caring woman who dedicated herself to her home and family. She enjoyed visiting with friends and relaxing outdoors on her deck. Dorothy was preceded in death by her...
Kelly Marie Schrader
Feb 21, 2017
Kelly Marie Schrader 50 passed away on February 21, 2017 surrounded by family. She was a lover of nature and all animals. Her granddaughters Abigail 5 and Amelia 2 were her greatest joy! Her daughter Jillian was the light of her life and they shared a wonderful bond of friendship and support for each other. Kelly was a single mom...
Christine A. Haught
Feb 21, 2017
Our beloved wife and mother, Christine Ann (nee Rexroad) Haught, passed peacefully on February 21, 2017 after a long and courageous battle with Huntington's Disease. Christine was born on October 2, 1957 in Ashland, Ohio, but spent most of her life in the Akron area. She grew up in Firestone Park and graduated from Garfield High School in 1976, where...
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