Obituaries

Violet Maxine Jackson

Violet Maxine Jackson

Nov 5, 2015

Violet Maxine Jackson Violet Maxine Jackson, 85, of Akron, passed away on November 5, 2015. She was born in Ava, Ohio on September 30, 1930 to the late Kenneth and Clara Perkins. Violet spent her career in retail. She was a member of Tallmadge Church of the Nazarene. She was a wonderful cook and enjoyed spending time with family and...

Lonnie Mitchell  Jr.

Lonnie Mitchell Jr.

Nov 4, 2015

Lonnie Mitchell Jr. ( Pops) (Brother), 65, of Akron, passed away on November 4, 2015. He was born on March 4, 1950, Daytona Beach, Florida to Lonnie and Rosetta Mitchell. Lonnie was a an avid fisherman and a great dancer. He served his country in the U.S. Coast Guards. Pops graduated from South High School in 1969. He was known...

Norma Jean Cleeve

Norma Jean Cleeve

Nov 4, 2015

Norma Jean CleeveNorma Jean Cleeve, loving wife to Richard Cleeve of 55 years; nurturing mother of Debbie Nighman, Jerry Holt, and Lori Johnson; beloved grandmother to Kellie, Ryan, Angela, Jerry, Brandy, and Ricky; and great-grandmother of four; passed away at the age of 79 on the morning of November 4, 2015, peacefully in her sleep in her Akron home. Norma...

Vicki L. Adams

Vicki L. Adams

Nov 4, 2015

Vicki Lee Adams, 66, transitioned into her heavenly home on Wednesday, November 4, 2015. She enjoyed gardening, floral decorating and giving her time to many charitable causes. Vicki touched all those who knew her with encouraging words and prayers.Vicki is preceded in death by husband, Norman Adams; mother, Naomi James; granddaughter, Brittany Lee Thomas. She is survived by her father,...

Jeffrey Wayne Smith

Jeffrey Wayne Smith

Nov 4, 2015

Jeffrey Wayne Smith Jeffrey Wayne Smith, went home to be with the Lord on November 4, 2015 with his family by his side. He was born in Akron on November 21, 1953, graduated from Kenmore High School, and spent 42 years as a machinist. Jeff will always be remembered as a hard worker who was willing to help anyone in...

Juanita E. Hall

Juanita E. Hall

Nov 3, 2015

Juanita E. Hall Juanita E. Hall, 79, of Akron, passed away on November 3, 2015. She was born in Akron on January 1, 1936 to the late Howard and Cora Ritcher. Juanita was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother and will be dearly missed by all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Bea...

Josephine H. Caughron

Josephine H. Caughron

Nov 3, 2015

Josephine H. CaughronJosephine H. Caughron, 92, of Akron, passed away November 3, 2015. She was born in Akron , Ohio on July 31, 1923 to the late Joseph and Jane Hillman. Josephine was employed at Akwell Corp. for 28 years. She was a lifetime member of Lakemore United Methodist Church. In her free time, Josephine enjoyed gardening, cooking and crafts....

Julie Ellen Sikora

Julie Ellen Sikora

Nov 2, 2015

Julie Ellen SikoraJulie Ellen Sikora, 58, of Barberton, went to be with the Lord on November 2, 2015. She was born in Akron on July 31, 1957. She was preceded in death by her father, Donald Queer. She will be deeply missed by her husband, Mark Sikora; son, Clifford Bonzonto; mother, Kathleen Lybarger; siblings, Becky (Mike) Wright, Jeff (Sandra) Queer,...

Rebecca S. Thompson

Rebecca S. Thompson

Nov 1, 2015

Rebecca S. Thompson (Becky), 58, of Akron, passed away on November 1, 2015. Private services have been held by immediate family.She was born on May 20, 1957, to Doris Ann Shallahamer.On March 25, 1978, she married the love of her life, Carl. She was proceeded in death by Carl a short while ago on June 24, 2015. She was a...

Joann W. Chionchio

Joann W. Chionchio

Oct 31, 2015

Jo Ann Runion- Chionchio, 80 of Cuyahoga Falls, born August 5, 1935 passed away peacefully on October 31,2015. She is preceded in death by her daughter Pamela Bowser, sons Ronald Runion and Michael Runion. Jo Ann is survived by her children, Bill (Kerri) Runion of Akron, Linda (Mike) Boarman of Stow, Tim (Cheryl) of Mogadore, Tammy (Bart) Beal of Seville...

Donald A. Mardjanov

Donald A. Mardjanov

Oct 31, 2015

Donald A. Mardjanov Donald A. Mardjanov, 74, passed away on October 31, 2015. He was born in Akron on April 24, 1941 to the late Samuel and Helen Mardjanov. Donald graduated from South High School where he participated in basketball and track & field. He served in the U.S. Army Reserves and spent his career as the owner of Mardjanov...

India Zipporah Holmes

India Zipporah Holmes

Oct 30, 2015

India Zipporah HolmesIndia Zipporah Holmes 18, went home to be with the Lord on October 30, 2015. She is survived by her mother, Deborah Holmes; grandmother, Mary Holmes; grandfather, Timothy (Renee) Holmes; great-grandparents/parents, Herman (Alberta) Holmes; sisters, Aniah, Mary, Aiy'Sian; brothers, My'chel, Lydell, Kamareon; uncles, Joshua and Nehemiah Holmes; and a host of great-aunts, uncles, cousins and special friends. Family...

Thomas Glynn White

Thomas Glynn White

Oct 30, 2015

Thomas Glynn White Thomas Glynn White, 92, passed away on Friday, October 30, 2015. He was born on July 9, 1923 in Martin, TN to the late Rupert and Kathleen White. He proudly served in the U.S. Army during World War II. On July 20, 1946 he married Thelma Faye King and they celebrated 68 years together. Glynn retired from...

Betty M. Mchood

Betty M. Mchood

Oct 29, 2015

Betty M. McHoodBetty M. McHood, 91, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on October 29, 2015. She was a lifelong member of the Akron Baptist Temple. She retired from Firestone Tire and Rubber after 45 years of service. Betty enjoyed shopping and spending time with her family. She loved Sunday family dinners. She was preceded in death...

James Stokes

James Stokes

Oct 29, 2015

James Stokes James Stokes, 58, of Akron, passed away on October 29, 2015. He was born in Akron on October 22, 1957 to the late Charlie and Gertrude Stokes. James will be deeply missed by his loving wife, Judy Stokes; brothers and sisters, Butch (Ruth) Stokes, Betty Jean Scarborough, Mary Ann Dulabhan, Richard (Linda) Stokes, Darlene (Dan) Rinaldo, Patty (Felix)...

James Martin

James Martin

Oct 29, 2015

James K. Martin James K. Martin "Jimmy" 54, passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2015. James was born on June 12, 1961 in Akron, Ohio to James and Rose Martin. He served in the US Navy for 4 years. Jimmy worked as a machinist and traveled often through his work. He also loved dancing, golfing, singing in the church choir,...

Mary M. Kovalchik

Mary M. Kovalchik

Oct 28, 2015

Mary M. KovalchikMary M. Kovalchik 84, passed away on October 28, 2015. She was born in Moorefield, OH and lived most of her adult life in the Akron area. She was an avid quilter, active square dancer, and volunteer at her church, Firestone Park Presbyterian. Mary also took pleasure in camping and spending time with her family, who affectionately referred...

Mary A. Weigand

Mary A. Weigand

Oct 27, 2015

Mary A. Weigand (Zelenka) 79, passed away on Tuesday, October 27, 2015. Mary enjoyed boat rides, golf, bowling and her cigarettes.She is survived by children Greg (Fonda) Weigand, Lori Hawkins, Lin Weigand, Rick (Tammy) Welser; grandchildren, Vickie (Paul ) Ronk, Daniel Hawkins; great grand daughter, Lily Ronk.Special Thank You to the staff at Alter Care of Wadsworth.Cremation has taken place....

Doyle L. Marinos

Doyle L. Marinos

Oct 26, 2015

Doyle L. MarinosDoyle L. Marinos, 87, passed away October 26, 2015 surrounded by his family and loved ones. Doyle was born in Akron, OH and retired after a 33 year career at AT&T. Doyle enjoyed gardening and family vacations in Florida. He is survived by his wife Roberta "Bobbie"; son, Marty (Karen) Marinos; daughter, Laura (Bill) Corpas; and grandchildren, Jessica,...

William L. Mccumbers

William L. Mccumbers

Oct 26, 2015

William L. McCumbersWilliam L. McCumbers passed away on October 26, 2015. He was born in Akron, OH on October 10, 1955. He served in the US Navy from 1974-1976. William was preceded in death by his father, Willis McCumbers. He is survived by his mother, Effie McCumbers; sisters, Linda (Robert) Corrigan, and Loretta McCumbers; brother, James McCumbers; and special niece,...

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