Obituaries
Bonnie L. Witham
Dec 6, 2015
Bonnie L. (Cool) Witham Bonnie was born January 28, 1931 in Diana, West Virginia and died at Akron General Medical Hospice facilities in Copley, Ohio on December 6, 2015. Bonnie was preceded in death by her parents, Walter R. and Eulah R. (Sears) Cool, husband, Arley Witham, brothers, Junior Ray Cool, Walter Franklin Cool, sisters Ireta Josephine (Cool) Howe, Nora...
Cecil Carl Clutter
Dec 6, 2015
Cecil Carl Clutter Cecil Carl Clutter, 65, of Akron, passed away on December 6, 2015. He was born on April 27, 1950 to the late Blake and Elizabeth Clutter. Carl proudly served in the U.S. Army and retired from Chrysler Daimler in Twinsburg after 33 years. He is survived by his loving wife, Frances; children, Ryan and Susie; brothers and...
Barbara Ann Esakov
Dec 6, 2015
Barbara Ann EsakovBarbara Ann Esakov, 58, passed away on December 6, 2015. She was born in Akron, OH to Robert and Betty Reitz. She enjoyed bowling, family game nights, and trips to the casino. Everyone who met Barbara loved her. She was loving, kind, compassionate, and selfless. She was always happy, especially when with family, friends and her pets, Bailey...
George William Childress
Dec 6, 2015
George William Childress George William Childress, 84, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on December 6, 2015. He was preceded in death by his son. He will be deeply missed by his wife, Mary Beth; seven children; nine grandchildren; and five brothers and sisters. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, December 10, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. at Akron First...
Gary Lynn Dempsey
Dec 5, 2015
Gary Lynn Dempsey Gary Lynn Dempsey, age 64, went home to be with the Lord on December 5, 2015 after a battle with cancer. He was born in Braxton County, West Virginia on June 2, 1951. Gary will be remembered by his love of music, cooking, and a quick sense of humor. Preceded in death by his mother, Betty Ward...
Arthur Carl Swickard
Dec 5, 2015
Arthur C. SwickardArthur C. Swickard 86, went to be with the Lord on December 5, 2015. He was a veteran in the US Army, proudly serving in the Korean War. Later in life he never met a stranger, made a lot of friends, and was liked by everyone who met him. He looked forward to luncheons with his Mactac friends....
Carol L. Benedum
Dec 5, 2015
Carol L. Benedum, 70, started her next step in her journey on Saturday, December 5, 2015. Carol was born on September 24,1945 in Akron, Ohio to Warren (Bootz) Hayes and Betty Hayes. She was a dedicated wife, sister, mother, aunt, grandmother and friend. Carol always put others before herself. She loved shopping, jewelry and vacationing with her family. She took...
Donna Diane Ferris
Dec 4, 2015
Donna Diane FerrisDonna Diane Ferris, 71, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on December 4, 2015 with her husband, daughter and dogs by her side. She was born in Stella, Nebraska to the late Don Gilbert and Marjorie Silk. Donna retired from the US Postal Service after 30 years of service. She was a selfless, hardworking woman...
Vanessa Rose Ford
Dec 1, 2015
Vanessa Rose Ford Vanessa Rose Ford, 45, born March 18, 1970 in Akron, passed away peacefully at home on December 1, 2015 after a short battle with cancer. She attended Immaculate Heart of Mary and graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School. She was a longtime resident of Mantua. Vanessa was very kind and loving. She had a great love for...
Joseph A. Tomei
Nov 30, 2015
Joseph A. TomeiJoseph A. Tomei, 97, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family, November 30, 2015. He was preceded in death by his father, Lawrence; and mother, Rose; his wife, Lena; and two brothers and spouse, John and Victor (Daisy), sister, Angelina; and granddaughter, Alexis Gramley. He is survived by brother, Fred (Louise), sister in-law, Katie; and brother in-law, Armando....
Nina B. Seese
Nov 29, 2015
Nina B. SeeseNina B. Seese 89, went home to be with the Lord on November 29, 2015. Her golden years were spent in Myrtle Beach, SC enjoying her retirement with her second husband, Buzz. She enjoyed golf, bowling, neighborhood activities, food and fellowship. She blessed many and was blessed by her close friends. Nina was preceded in death by her...
Bonnie L. Miller
Nov 29, 2015
Bonnie L. Chapman Miller, 66, a devoted mother and wife received her wings on Sunday, November 29, 2015. Bonnie was born on August 3,1949 in Akron, Ohio to Wilmer(Maggie)Shepherd. Bonnie retired from Sterling Jewelry and also worked at Difeo's Poultry.She is preceded in death by her parents and husband, David M. Chapman. She is survived by husband, Earl Miller; daughter,...
Thomas L. Hamrick
Nov 28, 2015
Thomas Luther Hamrick Thomas Luther Hamrick, age 59, passed away peacefully at home, loved ones by his side, on November 28, 2015 after a courageous battle with long term illness. He was born on October 23, 1956 in Akron, Ohio. Tom served our country in the Navy for 4 years. He then devoted himself to the family business, Hamrick Manufacturing...
Dale E. Kortze, Sr.
Nov 27, 2015
Dale E. Kortze, Sr.Dale E. Kortze, Sr. 87, went home to be with the Lord on November 27, 2015. He was born on December 17, 1927 in Akron (Kenmore), OH. He was a veteran in the US Air Force, serving from 1946 to 1948. Dale retired from Goodyear Aerospace in 1989. He was a lifelong member of Allenside Presbyterian Church....
Herman Holmes
Nov 27, 2015
Herman HolmesHerman Holmes, 81, was born March 28, 1934 in Akron, OH. He departed on November 27, 2015. Herman enjoyed farming, horses and spending time with his family. His pride and joy was working for his family. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 63 years, Alberta Holmes; sons, Timothy (Renee) Holmes, Jerry (Dorothy) Campbell, Jeffrey Campbell;...
Pearl Nancy Eyre
Nov 27, 2015
Pearl Nancy Eyre Pearl Nancy Eyre, 92, passed away on November 27, 2015 at Chapel Hill Community. She was born in Akron and retired as a registered nurse from Akron General Medical Center. She was a lifelong member of St. Nicholas Orthodox Church where she served as past president of the Altar Aid. Preceded in death by her son, Jimmie...
Howard W Krager
Nov 26, 2015
Howard W. Krager, 91, passed away on Thursday, November 26, 2015. Howard was born on October 26, 1924 in Akron,Ohio. Howard was a WWII Navy Veteran, Lifetime Member of Mogadore V.F.W. Post 8487. Lifetime Member of Mogadore Moose Lodge 1082. He retired from Teledyne Monarch Rubber Company in 1988.Howard was a loving and caring husband, father and grandfather. He was...
Marian L. Raber
Nov 26, 2015
Marian L. Raber Marian L. Raber, 92, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on November 26, 2015. She was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Violet Hess; husband, Earl Raber; and sister, Betty Bish. She will be deeply missed by her sons, William (Marilyn), Denny (Debbie), and Gary Raber; grandsons, Brian Raber and Evan (Amber) Raber; great-grandchildren, Matilda, Marelta,...
Bernard Hetrick
Nov 25, 2015
Bernard Thomas Hetrick Tom Hetrick, 67, passed away on Wednesday, November 25, 2015 in Akron, Ohio. Tom was born on November 23, 1948 in Meyersdale, Pennsylvania. Tom owned and operated Barberton Pump and Well Service. Tom was a avid Nascar fan and loved playing cards with his Sunday night buddies. He attended church at Akron Baptist Temple. He is preceded...
J.C. Margerson
Nov 24, 2015
J.C. Margerson J.C. Margerson, 89, went to sleep and woke up in Heaven on November 24, 2015. He was born and raised in Sparta, Tennesse and moved to Akron, Ohio in 1951. J.C. Worked for Brown and Graves for 8 years and the City of Akron for 18 years. J.C. was preceded in death by his parents, Lillie and T.J....
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