Obituaries

Madeline F. Wilson

Madeline F. Wilson

Sep 7, 2015

Madeline F. Wilson Madeline F. Wilson, 85, of Aurora, passed away on September 7, 2015. She was born in Westernport, Maryland on March 12, 1930 to the late Orman and Bessie Shriver. Madeline was a dear mother and grandmother and will be missed by all who knew her. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her...

Albert R. School

Albert R. School

Sep 7, 2015

Albert Robert School (Al), 91, of Akron, Ohio, born 6/12/24, passed peacefully September 7, 2015 at the Akron General Visiting Nurses Hospice Center from conditions related to his abdominal aneurysm. He is survived by his son, Albert School (Rebecca), grandsons Justin and Ian School, sister Bernie Floreani (Bill, deceased), sisters-in-law Joanne Lee (Bernie) and Shirley Henry (Jack, deceased), brother-in-law Robert...

Clare Mckelvey

Clare Mckelvey

Sep 5, 2015

Mrs. Clare "Sally" McKelvey 87, of Greencastle, PA died peacefully in her sleep at 4:54 A.M., Saturday, September 5, 2015 at Akron City Hospital. Born April 11, 1928 in Pittsburgh PA, she was the daughter of the late James J Charles and Harriet H Ryan, of Pittsburgh PA.Mrs. McKelvey was a homemaker, avid Steeler's fan, loved Bingo, Yahtzee and crossword...

Julie Kaye Culp

Julie Kaye Culp

Sep 3, 2015

Julie Kaye CulpJulie Kaye Culp, 21, went home to be with the Lord on September 3, 2015. She was born on August 8, 1994 in Akron, OH, graduating from Ellet High School in 2011. She was working at Clair's in Chapel Hill Mall and Game Surge in Eastgate Plaza. Julie was an avid wrestling fan and attended many events. She...

Betty Saffell

Betty Saffell

Sep 3, 2015

Betty J. Schnabel Saffell, 80, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on September 3, 2015 at home. She was born on September 10, 1934, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio to George P ( Helen) Schnabel. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Gordon; parents, George P (Helen) Schnabel; sister,Carol Lamont. Betty is survived by her loving children, Mark (Teressa) Saffell of...

Theresa Harter

Theresa Harter

Sep 2, 2015

Theresa Harter, passed away on September 2, 2015. She was born on May 26, 1966, in Ravenna, Ohio to Gerald ( Patricia) Fry. On August 15, 1992 she married Robert Harter Jr. She was preceded in death by her father, Gerald Fry.Theresa is survived by her loving husband, Robert; mother, Patricia; brother, Thomas; mother and father -in-law, Bob (Cathy); Melody;...

Homer C. Fosnight, Jr.

Homer C. Fosnight, Jr.

Sep 1, 2015

Homer C. Fosnight, Jr.Homer C. Fosnight, Jr., 72, of Tallmadge, passed away on September 1, 2015. He was born on July 8, 1943 in Bedford, Ohio to the late Homer and Anna Fosnight, Sr. Homer retired from Interlock Corporation where he worked as a mechanical engineer. In his free time, he enjoyed golf, bowling, poker, and traveling. Homer will be...

Brian A. Faris

Brian A. Faris

Sep 1, 2015

Brian A. Faris On September 1, 2015, Brian Faris peacefully left this world, transitioning to the next, where he will be waiting. Surely, he is currently searching for that well stocked fishing hole, and fully expecting to finally attain that perfect golf swing; both of which he will explicitly and in detail tell you about when you meet again. In...

Lawrence Meers Sr.

Lawrence Meers Sr.

Sep 1, 2015

Lawrence O. Meers, Sr., 92, joined the Lord on Tuesday, September 1, 2015. Lawrence served his country in the U.S. Air Force for 7 years and retired from Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. He was preceded in death by his wife Mattie and son Jerry. He is survived by his sons William (Ruth), Lawrence Jr. (Tamara), and Daniel; grandchildren Angela,...

Ernest Wayne Coffy

Ernest Wayne Coffy

Aug 31, 2015

Ernest Wayne Coffy Ernest Wayne Coffy, 84, passed away Monday, August 31, 2015. He was born in Carrollton, Ohio, the son of the late Harold and Golda Coffy. He was a graduate of Ohio Northern School of Pharmacy in 1954 and served in the United States Army from 1954 - 1956. He practiced Pharmacy 40 years in the Akron area....

Jimmy R. Hershberger

Jimmy R. Hershberger

Aug 31, 2015

Jimmy R. HershbergerJimmy Ray Hershberger 73, went to be with his Lord and Savior on August 31, 2015. He was a longtime resident of the Akron area and served as a board member and usher at the River of Life Church in Greentown. Jimmy grew up on a farm with seven siblings. He enjoyed football, fishing, hunting, cooking and helping...

Alescia D. Massey

Alescia D. Massey

Aug 28, 2015

Alescia Darlene Massey, age 33, of Akron, passed away August 28, 2015. Alescia graduated from Ellet High School and went on to attend The University of Akron for two years with an interest in Criminal Justice. Alescia loved drag racing with her father. She enjoyed painting, watching scary movies, playing video games, and playing with her dog, Scotty Brat. Alescia...

Richard Nelson

Richard Nelson

Aug 26, 2015

RICHARD C. NELSON SR.(AKA Rick, Dick and Shorty)Richard C. Nelson Sr. age 73 of Uniontown passed away on August 26, 2015 at Summa Akron City Hospital, after a long battle with COPD. He was a son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, brother-in-law, good neighbor and a very good friend to many. He never knew a stranger.He was born on...

Cheryl Nicholson

Cheryl Nicholson

Aug 26, 2015

Cheryl A. Nicholson, 62, went safely into the arms of Jesus on August 26, 2015. Her greatest desire was to be a wife and mother. God graciously allowed her to be the very best wife and mother possible. She cared for her family tirelessly, volunteered numerous hours at her children's schools, and was an active member of Northampton Bible Church...

Ricky Greene

Ricky Greene

Aug 25, 2015

Ricky Lee Greene,56 ,went to his heavenly home Tuesday August 25,2015. He was met at Heaven's Gate's by his parents ; Justien Greene and Donna Waynick , sister; Brenda Greene.Rick's greatest joys in life was spending time with family and friends. He was a stubborn man full of life and did anything for anyone. He will be greatly missed and...

Diana Jean Garey

Diana Jean Garey

Aug 25, 2015

Diana Jean GareyDiana Jean Snooks Garey went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday August 25, 2015. She was born on December 7, 1952 to the late Max and Kathleen Snooks in Akron, OH. Diana graduated from Ellet High School and worked for the May Company for many years. She was very talented especially with arts and crafts. Her...

Iris N. Pyle

Iris N. Pyle

Aug 24, 2015

Iris N. Pyle Iris N. Pyle, 81, of Akron, passed away August 24, 2015. She was born on February 9, 1934 in Phillipsburg, Pennsylvania to the late Luther and Mary O'Shell. Iris took great care with her home and was a wonderful cook. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who could always cheer her up with their...

John E. Carpenter

John E. Carpenter

Aug 24, 2015

John E. Carpenter, 71, passed away on August 24, 2015. He is preceded in death by his wife, Sherry M. Carpenter, mother, Marie M. Speicher, father, John D. Carpenter. He leaves behind children, Christopher & Cynthia Carpenter, John P. Carpenter, James Steward; grandsons, Tyler Steele, Jacob Steele, Douglas Mosley, Dean Mosley, Justin Sikora; granddaughters, Crystal Thompson, Hannah Wilson, Madison Zadra;...

Dolores Nickolich-Trocchio

Dolores Nickolich-Trocchio

Aug 22, 2015

Dolores "Dolly" TrocchioSunrise 7/8/63 Sunset 8/22/15Dolly was born in Akron, Ohio at akron general she graduated from Springfield high school in 1981. Dolly was a very loving and caring woman who volunteered thousands of hours to help with the elderly. Dolly's favorite hobbies were mountain climbing, singing, dancing and playing with her dog Shylo. Later in life Dolly and her...

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