Obituaries
Curtis Thompson
Sep 20, 2015
Curtis A. Thompson Jr. passed away on September 20, 2015 surrounded by his family. He is preceded in death by his son, Curtis Dean. He is survived by his wife, Debi; sons;Matthew and Jeremy;daughter, Layla ; mother Lucy Ann; brother, Eddie; sister, Dela and a host of family and friends. Curtis will be forever missed and loved by his family...
David B. Hampton
Sep 19, 2015
David B. "Papa" Hampton David B. "Papa" Hampton, 64, of Akron, passed away on September 19, 2015 after a fifteen year battle. David was born on December 23, 1950 in Dayton, Ohio. Dave retired in 2000 from Bridgestone/Firestone. Dave was successful at whatever task he set for himself. He was a gifted electrician, journeyman plumber, teacher, and had a passion...
Rita Rosier
Sep 18, 2015
Rita Joy Rosier of Barberton passed away early Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. I think I speak for all that have met her it was a rare occasion when you didn't see Joy smiling or laughing at any given time and I'm positive that's how she would want to be remembered. Always positive, joyous, and willing to do without to help...
Jamie Huffer
Sep 16, 2015
Jamie Lorraine Huffer was born April 12,1963 to James C. Huffer and Rosilyn E. Knight in Brooklyn, New York. She lived in Akron since she was 5 months old. Jamie was a quiet, unassuming soul who would give whatever she had to any one who needed it, she had a kind heart. She loved tending to gardens whether they were...
Alvera Cooper
Sep 16, 2015
Alvera Cooper passed away Wednesday September 16, 2015. She was born in Akron Ohio on Dec 13 1928. She was preceded by her parents Ocie Greathouse and Ersel Robinson. She is survived by and will be deeply missed by her devoted husband Glen, sons Larry and wife Asaho of Torrance CA, Larry and Asaho's children, James (Alison) parents of Mina...
Howard M. Schnabel
Sep 16, 2015
Howard M. Schnabel Howard M. Schnabel, 91, of Munroe Falls, passed away on Wednesday, September 16, 2015. He was born on October 15, 1923 in Cuyahoga Falls to Walter and Martha Schnabel. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters; and four brothers. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Betty; daughters, Lynn (James) Stearns and...
Clement C. Smith
Sep 13, 2015
Clement Clarence Smith, a.k.a "Clem" or "Smitty", age 99 years, died peacefully at home from old age on September 13, 2015 just after tucking into bed. He was born at home on July 3, 1916, (although the doctor wrote July 2") in Akron, Ohio. As a boy, his parents bought a farm in Randolph, Ohio, where he spent his memorable...
Daniel L. Watkins
Sep 13, 2015
Daniel L. Watkins Daniel L. Watkins, 48, of Akron, passed away unexpectedly on September 13, 2015. He was born in Akron on August 19, 1967 to the late Raymond and Mary Watkins. He was employed at Schwebel's Bakery for 26 years. In addition to his parents, Daniel was preceded in death by his sister, Mary Kathleen Watkins; and brother, Joseph...
Christina D. Myers
Sep 13, 2015
Christina D. MyersChristina D. Myers 49, went home to be with the Lord on September 13, 2015 after a long battle with cancer. She was born in Akron, OH to the late Ray and Patricia Myers. She graduated from Ellet High School Class of 1985. She loved spending time with her animals and she cherished her grandson, Jordan. She was...
Charles W. Hull
Sep 13, 2015
Charles W. Hull II. (Chuck)Charles W. Hull II. (Chuck) 73, went home to be with the Lord on September 13, 2015 after a 10 month battle with brain cancer. He was born in Sioux City, SD to the late Charles and Dorothea Hull. For over 50 years, Chuck owned and operated The Cobbler Shop on Kenmore Blvd. He was known...
Louis Blazsik
Sep 12, 2015
Louis Blazsik Louis Blazsik, 81, of Akron, passed away on September 12, 2015. He was born in Csongrad, Hungary on March 15, 1934 to the late Franciska and Janos Blazsik. He and his wife Elizabeth came to the United States in 1957 and settled in Cuyahoga Falls. He was a machinist for 37 years and a proud member of the...
Mark Lowden
Sep 12, 2015
Mark J. Lowden transitioned into his heavenly home on September 12, 2015. He enjoyed spending time traveling with his family. He worked at Chrysler for 29 years. He is preceded in death by his father; Dwight Lowden. He is survived by his wife; Staci; children, Brett, Kristin, Lauren; mother; Phyllis; sisters; Kathy (Jim), Diana (Dave), Debbie (Tom), and many nieces,...
Matthew Yunkin
Sep 12, 2015
Matthew E. Yunkin left us unexpectedly on Saturday, September 12, 2015. He was proud to be a part of the Senile Delinquents Nitro Drag Team and enjoyed riding motorcycles, 4 wheeling, boating and hunting with family. He always brought back a deer when hunting. He was an excellent loving father, husband, brother and son. He is survived by his wife...
Karen S. Jay
Sep 12, 2015
Karen S. JayKaren S. Jay 59, went home to be with the Lord on September 12, 2015. She was born in Akron, OH to the late Williard Shaffer and Ruth Burr. She was employed by Dominion East Ohio for over 15 years where she leaves behind many friends. She was a loving mother, nana and friend. She was survived by...
Willadean Boyles
Sep 11, 2015
Willadean Boyles (Cross-Coontz) Our loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother went home to be with the Lord on September 11, 2015. She was born on January 17, 1933 in Philippi, West Virginia. She was preceded in death by husband, Bob; son, Dennis; daughter, Susan Lynn; and five sisters. She is survived by children, Doyle Hartzel (Tammie), Darrell (Sandy), Mark (Tammy), Paul...
Patricia Frazer-Farrell
Sep 11, 2015
Patricia A. Frazer-Farrell Patricia A. Frazer-Farrell, 75, of Akron, passed away after a long battle with cancer on September 11, 2015 . She was born in Akron on September 18, 1939. Patricia attended the University of Akron, working toward degrees in geology and anthropology. She loved all things Native American, gardening, and motorcycles. Above all, she loved spending time with...
Mark D. Simpson
Sep 10, 2015
Mark D. SimpsonMark D. Simpson 63, passed away on September 10, 2015. He was born in Ayer, MA but spent most of his life in Akron, OH. Mark served in the US Marine Corps. He was a Graphic Artist for the City of Akron for over 20 years. He earned a Second Degree Black Belt in the American Taekwondo Association....
Dean T. Myers
Sep 10, 2015
Dean T. Myers Dean T. Myers, 50, of Brimfield, passed away on September 10, 2015. He was born on July 14, 1965 in Ravenna. Dean loved the outdoors and could often be found camping and taking road trips to the mountains. He was a gun enthusiast and enjoyed riding his motorcycle. He had many friends and will be dearly missed...
Robert A. Dambra
Sep 9, 2015
Robert A. DambraRobert A. Dambra 67, passed away on September 9, 2015. He was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. He was a resident of the Akron area for 3 years. Everyone who met him loved him. He was a very good friend who had the ability to make people smile with their heart. He was also a very proficient...
Harold Rollyson
Sep 9, 2015
Harold H. Rollyson ( Hippie) 70 ,passed away on September 9, 2015. Harold was a life time member of Operating Engineers Local 18. Cremation has taken place and upon the request of Harold there will be no service.
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