Obituaries

Bob (Lloyd) Hammond

Bob (Lloyd) Hammond

Jun 12, 2017

Bob (Lloyd) Hammond, age 74 of Hartville, went to be with the Lord on Monday, the twelfth of June. Born August 6, 1942 in Cullman, Alabama, Bob was a pillar of strength and kindness in his family, in his church, and in his career. He is survived by his devoted wife Peggy (Dykes); sisters Linda (Bill Deceased) Beaver and Barbara...

Timmy Finch

Timmy Finch

Jun 11, 2017

Timmy Finch, age 45 of Butler, PA, formerly of Akron, Ohio, passed away on June 11, 2017 in Butler County, PA, due to injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident.He was born on February 23, 1972 in Akron, the son of Randy and Joyce Neitz of Akron, Ohio. Timmy lived life to the fullest, which was evident through his smile, passion,...

Gladys Mae Fresh

Gladys Mae Fresh

Jun 10, 2017

Gladys Fresh, age 84 of Akron, Ohio, passed away June 10, 2017, peacefully, at the hospital with family by her side after battling pneumonia and heart problems. She was born June 13, 1933 to the late Dorothy Bosak in Akron, Ohio.Gladys was a greeter at Sam's Club in Fairlawn. She enjoyed being with people, she never met a stranger. In...

Rev. Cecil Smith

Rev. Cecil Smith

Jun 10, 2017

Rev. Willie Cecil Smith, "Smitty" 93, of Akron, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on June 10, 2017. He was born on August 29, 1923 in Morganton, GA to the late Emlis Bartow and Mairiam Manie Smith. He served in the US Navy WWII and Korean Conflict. Smitty retired from BF Goodrich Chemical Plant in 1985 after...

Robert J. Harr

Robert J. Harr

Jun 9, 2017

Robert J. Harr "Butch", 68, of Akron, after a long courageous battle went home to be with the Lord on June 9, 2017. He served in the Vietnam War, a member of the Masonic Order Wayfarer Lodge No. 789, and a member of Firestone Park Baptist Church. Butch worked at Summit County Sheriff Dept. and The City of Akron Maintenance...

Rose Cherry Hayes

Rose Cherry Hayes

Jun 8, 2017

Rose Cherry Hayes, age 92 of Akron, Ohio, passed peacefully on Thursday, June 8, 2017. She was born on January 7, 1925 in Akron, the daughter of the late John C. and Nellie E. Wynosky Cherry. Rose was a 1945 graduate of the Ohio School of the Deaf in Columbus. She was a homemaker and her greatest joy was being...

Denny Smith

Denny Smith

Jun 6, 2017

Denny Smith, 68, of Akron, passed away June 6, 2017. Denny was born in Akron, Ohio on November 29, 1948 to the late Wilma and Cecil Smith. He retired from Goodyear and he was an outdoor enthusiast, enjoying hunting, camping and fishing. He also enjoyed golfing, bowling, playing bingo and cards and spending time with family. Denny was an avid...

Joe B. Dallas

Joe B. Dallas

Jun 5, 2017

Joe B. Dallas, age 96, of Akron, Ohio, died on Monday, June 5, 2017 in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. He was born in Akron (the Firestone Park area), on November 15, 1920, the son of the late Joe and Angeline Mozzcopo Dalison. Joe worked for 40 years at Firestone as a supervisor in the Tire Division. He liked to golf at...

Colton James Smith, Ii

Colton James Smith, Ii

Jun 4, 2017

Colton James Smith, II, age 9 days old, died on June 4, 2017 at Akron Childrens Hospital. He was born on May 26, 2017, the son of Colton James Smith, I and Rose Flory Seery. Other than his parents, survivors include his siblings, Jessie Lynn Smith, Christopher Thomas Seery, Jr., Exzavior Michael Seery, Serenity Hope Seery, and Kilee Nichole Smith;...

Dorothy I. Lucien

Dorothy I. Lucien

Jun 4, 2017

Dorothy I. (nee Bable) Jenkins Lucien, age 70, of Akron, Ohio, died on Sunday, June 4, 2017 at her home. She was born on October 1, 1946 in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, the daughter of the late Harold Don Bable and Anna Mae (nee Brumit) Bable Cucuzza. Dorothy retired from Acme Grocery Store. She loved to play bingo and gamble, and...

Eleanor M. Delgado

Eleanor M. Delgado

Jun 4, 2017

Eleanor M. Delgado, 88, of Tallmadge, passed away June 4, 2017. Eleanor was born in Cleveland, Ohio on January 24, 1929 to the late Frank and Florence Perona. She had a kind heart and was always there to help others in need. She loved bingo, Boggle and slot machines and she was always the entertainment for everyone around her, whether...

Stella Cypryla

Stella Cypryla

Jun 4, 2017

Stella Cypryla was born on September 1, 1921 to Helena (Mnich) Cypryla and Michael Cypryla. After a lifetime of giving and helping others, she was called home to the Lord on June 4, 2017. Preceded in death by her parents and six siblings, she is survived by a host of nieces and nephews. Stella will be laid to rest on...

Hilda M."Sandy" Mchale

Hilda M."Sandy" Mchale

Jun 3, 2017

Hilda M. "Sandy" McHale, 89, passed away surrounded by family on June 3, 2017 under the care of ClearPath Hospice. She was born November 5, 1927 in Akron to late parents, Clyde and Vernie Elliott. According to her beloved husband of almost 70 years, Jack, Sandy was a "marvelous person," and they had a long, wonderful life together. Sandy loved...

Alayah Jewell Harris

Alayah Jewell Harris

Jun 1, 2017

Alayah Jewell Harris Feb.19th, 2016 - June 1st, 2017Daughter of Justen and Corrine Harris, Sister to Dae'Jon Harris. Surviving relatives:Paternal GrandParents Janice Harris and James CrawfordMaternal Grandparents Leonard and Melissa Kisner Many aunts uncles and cousins.Preceded in death:Paternal Great Grandmother : Doris Martin Cousin: Derric L Williams Maternal Grandfather: Dean Buffington Great Grandmothers: Rose Buffington and Ida AckleyIn leu of...

Cheryl Ann Elswick

Cheryl Ann Elswick

Jun 1, 2017

Cheryl Ann Elswick, 49, passed away on June 1, 2017. She was born in Akron on July 2, 1967 and graduated from Field High School. Cheryl was employed at Equipment Transport. She was preceded in death by her infant son, Jonathan; stepfather, Larry Bennett; and stepmother, Rochelle Erickson. She will be deeply missed by her fiance, Joe Cirjak; daughters, Caitlyn...

Robert Gillespie

Robert Gillespie

Jun 1, 2017

Robert "Bob" Gillespie, 81, went home to be with the Lord on June 1, 2017. Bob loved his family and enjoyed working even up until his passing. He is preceded in death by Violet "Max" Jackson; son, Daniel Miller; daughter-in-law, Linda Gillespie; parents; and 5 siblings. Bob is survived by children, Robert J. (Kathryn) Gillespie, David Gillespie, Tammie Conner, Dewey...

Gary S. Frang

Gary S. Frang

May 31, 2017

Gary "Hey Man" S. Frang, 67, of (Portage Lakes), New Franklin, Ohio, passed away at home after a courageous battle with cancer with his loving companion Bonita Ferracane by his side. Gary was born in Akron, Ohio on January 20, 1950 to Victor and Mildred Frang and resided here his entire life.He graduated from Garfield High School in 1968. In...

Victor B. Martin

Victor B. Martin

May 31, 2017

Victor B. Martin, "Vic", age 83 of Akron, Ohio, died on Wednesday, May 31, 2017 at 9:50 AM at Akron City Hospital. He was born on May 8, 1934 in Akron, the son of the late Benjamin and Evelyn Miller Martin. Victor was an honorably discharged US Air Force veteran during the Korean War and also an honorably discharged US...

Victor B. Martin

Victor B. Martin

May 31, 2017

Victor B. Martin, "Vic", age 83 of Akron, Ohio, died on Wednesday, May 31, 2017 at 9:50 AM at Akron City Hospital. He was born on May 8, 1934 in Akron, the son of the late Benjamin and Evelyn Miller Martin. Victor was an honorably discharged US Air Force veteran during the Korean War and also an honorably discharged US...

Jacilyn M. Cardosy-Fisher

Jacilyn M. Cardosy-Fisher

May 30, 2017

Jacilyn M. Cardosy-Fisher, age 58 of Munroe Falls, Ohio, formerly of Martins Ferry, Ohio, died on May 30, 2017 at Akron General Hospital.She was born on November 10, 1958 in Oregon, Ohio, the daughter of the late Jack and Dolly Brossia Cardosy. Jacilyn was a 1976 graduate of Fremont Ross High School and went on to Bowling Green State University...

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