Obituaries
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...
Dorothy "Dot" M. Kelley
Feb 21, 2017
Dorothy "Dot" M. Kelley, 93, was called home to be with the Lord on February 21, 2017. She was born December 21, 1923 in Tod, KY to parents, Andrew and Mary Denney. Dot was an avid bowler, enjoyed fishing, playing video and board games, and had a great love for her family. She was a very sweet, gentle, gracious and...
Brian A. Gallagher
Feb 20, 2017
Brian A. Gallagher, 59, passed away on February 20, 2017. He was born in Akron, OH to the late Hilary Owen and Mary Catherine Gallagher. He loved music, fixing things and had a great sense of humor. Brian was a devoted father and friend. He leaves to cherish his memory, daughter, Brittany Gallagher; sisters, Molly, Mary Kate, Shannon and Helen;...
Donald L. Watkins
Feb 19, 2017
Donald L. Watkins, 69, passed away February 19, 2017. He was born May 7, 1947 in Akron and lived most of his life in Pennsylvania for over 40 years, returning for health reasons. Per his wishes, cremation has taken place. To share a memory about Donald, please sign the guestbook below.
Helen M. Russo
Feb 19, 2017
She's gone to be with God, after a long illness. Helen M. Russo, 82 years old, was born in Akron on July 15, 1934 to Mable and Henry Stephens. She was a member of the Free Will Baptist Church on Eastwood Ave. for many years and sang alto in the choir. Helen donated some of her time at the Haven...
Archie Dayton Stone, Sr.
Feb 19, 2017
Archie Dayton Stone, Sr., "Bud", age 74, passed away on Feburary 19, 2017.Archie retired from Ford Motor Co. in Walton Hills after 30 years as a forklift operator. He was an avid NASCAR and wrestling fan and loved time spent with his Punky and animals.Archie was preceded in death by his parents, Carl & Vergie Stone; his siblings, Nelva Stroupe,...
Shirley J. Metzger
Feb 18, 2017
Shirley J. Metzger, age 81 of Tallmadge, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 18, 2017 at Heather Knoll Retirement Village. She was born on October 8, 1935 in Parrottsville, TN, the daughter of the late Frank and Jessie (nee Rader) Nease. She liked to play bingo, rummy with the grandchildren, and being with her family....
Everett Wendell Jones
Feb 18, 2017
Everett Wendell Jones, 92, entered Heaven on February 18, 2017. He was born in Wyatt, West Virginia on October 29, 1924, son of James Edward Jones and Ruby Cunningham Jones.During the war, he worked on Naval aircraft at Norfolk, Virginia and came to Akron in 1943. He began his career at BF Goodrich in 1943 and retired as the Executive...
Phyllis E. (Tatko) Tryon
Feb 18, 2017
Phyllis E. (Tatko) Tryon, 95, died after a brief illness on Saturday February 18, 2017 at Rockynol Retirement Home where she had lived since March of 2014. She was born in Akron, OH and lived there working in the real estate business until moving to Cortland, OH in 1969 where she helped her husband start his own business. An avid...
Mary W. Brown
Feb 18, 2017
Mary W. Brown, age 81, wife of John "Bob" Brown, of 37 happy years., died on Saturday, February 18, 2017. Mary had followed him during his career in several moves. She has now made her final stop back home. Leaving all of us behind here on earth until we join her in heaven.Born in Seattle, WA, on May 3, 1935,...
William Edward Rich, Sr.
Feb 18, 2017
William Edward Rich, Sr., "Bill", age 79, of Akron, Ohio, died on Saturday, February 18, 2017.He was born on March 22, 1937, the son of the late Edward Francis Rich and Margaret Alwyn Eberle Rich Morrison. Bill liked crossword puzzles, card games, golf, bowling, and family game nights. He especially enjoyed traveling and going to the Outer Banks with family.Mr....
Paula E. Bosley
Feb 18, 2017
Paula E. Smith Bosley, 55, of Akron went home to be with the Lord in her sleep on February 18, 2017. She was born in Akron on September 12, 1961 to Paul and Jeanette Smith. She was preceded in death by her mother, Jeanette Smith and her sister, Nancy Sears. She is survived by her father Paul Smith; husband of...
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