Obituaries
Alma E. Hamilton
Mar 20, 2017
Alma E. Hamilton "Granny", 92, of Akron, passed away peacefully on March 20, 2017. She was born in Hanging Dog, North Carolina on May 27, 1924. Alma retired from O'Neils Department Store where she worked as the head chef. She will be deeply missed by her children, Shirley (Larry) Crislip, Patricia(Ronald) Steadman, Mary Frances Lostetter, Helen Norris; brothers, Horace O'Dell...
Margaret E. Megenhardt
Mar 19, 2017
Margaret Megenhardt went Home on Sunday, March 19, 2017. Loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother will be greatly missed by all who loved her.She leaves behind (son) Forrest A. Megenhardt, (son) James E. (Deborah L.) Megenhardt, grandson James A. (Emily) Megenhardt, granddaughter Melissa L. (John) Conley, granddaughter Miranda A. Megenhardt (Nicholas Morbito), four great-grandchildren, Landon K. Megenhardt, Adaline Megenhardt, Lilliana Morbito,...
Martin Lynn Wiggins
Mar 19, 2017
Martin Lynn Wiggins, "Marty", age 75, born in Coshocton on May 24, 1941, and passed away peacefully at home on March 19, 2017 after a lengthy battle with heart disease. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years; Dianna Durkin Wiggins; children, Cynthia (Jeff) Hixson and James (Lynn) Wiggins; brother, Mark (Terry) Wiggins; grandchildren, Tyler, Justin, Jarrett, Josh,...
David L. Hoy
Mar 18, 2017
David L. Hoy "Shorty", 63 of Akron, passed away March 18, 2017. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sam and Freda Hoy; step-mother, Virginia Hoy; and brothers, Ray and Gary Hoy. David is survived by his sisters, Carol Sullivan, Donna Hoy and Rose Beal; several nieces, nephews, and many special friends at Fred N. Nimmer Place. Celebration of...
Vickie Marie Ward
Mar 18, 2017
Vickie Marie Ward, 48, passed away unexpectedly on March 18, 2017 from complications during heart surgery. After graduating from Kenmore High School in 1987, she had 2 wonderful children and worked for Time Warner Cable for many years. Vickie had a lifelong love for photography and cooking, and recently learned how to crochet. She attended church regularly and loved to...
Kelly Swaino
Mar 17, 2017
Kelly Swaino, age 51, of Conventry Twp., Ohio, passed away March 17, 2017 after a courageous battle with diabetes and vascular disease.She was an independent carrier for the Akron Beacon Journal and Westside Leader.Preceded in death by her father, Orville Shue; succeeded in death by her cousin, Joseph Lancaster.She leaves her mother, Becky Wood (Richard); sister, Kimberly Keith; sons, Matthew,...
Ferenc G. Nemeth
Mar 17, 2017
Ferenc G. "Frank" Nemeth, age 85, of Mogadore, passed away on Friday, March 17, 2017. He was born in Hungary, November 4, 1931. Frank was a freedom fighter in Hungary in 1956, forced to move away from his homeland and family. After many journeys with his family, he eventually moved to the United Sates in 1970. Frank was a member...
Ben W. Savage Jr.
Mar 16, 2017
Ben W. Savage Jr., 74, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved-ones on March 16, 2017. He worked at Firestone Tire until an injury in 1974. Since then he was lovingly taken care of at home by his son, Benny, with the help of special nurses, Janet Wells and Carman Wiggins. Ben is preceded in death by his parents, Ben and...
Shirley Friend
Mar 16, 2017
Shirley Friend, 71, departed this earth on March 16, 2017. A lifelong resident of Akron, she will be missed by many. Shirley was preceded in death by her husband, John Friend, a US Navy veteran. She is survived by her children, Cheryl Worcester, Brian (Linda) Bergstrom, Diane Bergstrom; grandchildren, Steven, Patrick and Audrey Bergstrom, Kelsee and Ryan Bergstrom, and Drew...
Darlene M. Fox
Mar 16, 2017
It is with great sadness and a broken heart that I share with you Darlene Fox, 57, my wife, my lover, my best friend, my world, mother of Alison Shearer, grandmother to Brayden Shearer, has lost her battle with cancer. She is survived by loving husband Richard "Dick"; mother, Mary Shearer; sisters, Diana (Rick) Roderick and Debbie (Archie) Adkins. Our...
David James Kennamore
Mar 15, 2017
David James Kennamore, "Big D", age 60 of Akron, died on Wednesday, March 15, 2017 at 11:15 AM at Akron General Hospital. He was born on December 9, 1956 in Akron, the son of the late James Kennamore and Margaret Giordano Rohbeck. Big D was the proprietor of THE Main Street Saloon in the Firestone Park area of Akron. He...
Delmar D. Karnuth
Mar 15, 2017
Delmar D. Karnuth, "Del", age 75 of Akron, Ohio died on Wednesday, March 15, 2017 at 12:20 AM at Akron City Hospital. He was born on August 10, 1941 the son of the late Frederick and Margaret Johnson Karnuth. Del was in management where he retired after 38 1/2 years at Wonder Bread. He enjoyed dancing, nature, music, gardening, fishing,...
Donna R. Muegge
Mar 15, 2017
Donna R. Muegge, 85, went home to be with the Lord on March 15, 2017. She worked for Ohio Bell for over 35 years, was a longtime member of Springfield Assembly of God, and volunteered at numerous service organizations. Donna was preceded in death by her husband of 36 years, Alfred. She is survived by numerous nephews, nieces, great-nephews and...
Robert E. Monk
Mar 14, 2017
Robert E. Monk, 66, of N. Canton, passed away March 14, 2017. Bob was born on June 7, 1950 in Akron, Ohio to the late Ellen and William Monk. Bob was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. having served from 1967-1970. He enjoyed a career as a sanitation driver with various companies throughout his life. He cherished spending time...
Norma J. Stone
Mar 13, 2017
Norma J. Stone, 91, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2017. She was born in Akron on December 3, 1925 to late parents Harvey and Irene Dorward. With her loving husband and high school sweetheart, Roy, they developed and owned Hidden Hollow Campground in Carroll County, OH for 20 years. Together they traveled the world to many exotic locations. She...
Wilma J. Schafer
Mar 13, 2017
Wilma J. Schafer, 78, passed away on March 13, 2017. She was born March 23, 1938 in Bath, OH, grew up in Ellet and lived most of her life in Atwater. Wilma enjoyed completing crosswords, jigsaw puzzles and canning in the summertime. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband of 18 years, Bob; and son, Eddy. Wilma is...
Jeffrey S. Hamilton
Mar 12, 2017
Jeffrey S. Hamilton, 54, of Mogadore, passed away March 12, 2017 after a courageous battle with cancer. Jeff was born on July 8, 1962 and resided in the area most of his life. Jeff was an avid hunter, fisherman and outdoors man that was always on the go. When Jeff was at home he spent the majority of his time...
Gregory E. Cole
Mar 11, 2017
Gregory E. Cole, 64, passed away on March 11, 2017. He was a very hard working and family oriented man who loved his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife of 36 years, Sandy; parents, Jack Cole and Lois Robertson; and daughter, Julie. Greg is survived by daughter, Carie Cole; grandson, Shaun Cole; daughters, Lorie Cole and Deb...
Craig A. Holbert
Mar 11, 2017
Craig A. Holbert, 49, went home to be with the Lord on March 11, 2017. He was born in Akron on July 12, 1967. Craig graduated from Copley High School and earned degrees from the University of Akron, Kent State University, and Ohio State University. He was an avid book collector and local history buff. He belonged to the Society...
Joann A. Housley
Mar 11, 2017
Joann A. Housley, age 77 of Akron, Ohio, died on Saturday, March 11, 2017 at 8:40 PM at Briarwood Nursing Home. She was born on June 19, 1939 in Cleveland, Ohio, the daughter of the late Dr. Charles L. and Irene Strosnider Naylor. Joann was a 1957 graduate of Ravenna High School and also a graduate of KSU attaining a...
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