Obituaries
Nancy Smith-Walker
Jan 4, 2016
Nancy Smith-Walker, 62, went to heaven on Monday, January 4, 2016 to be reunited with her husband,Ronnie Walker. Nancy was born on July 31, 1953. Nancy is preceded in death by her husband, Ronnie Walker; parents, James( JoAnn) Smith;brother, Mike/Motor; sisters, Candy and Helen Smith.She is survived by her children, Angel and Mike Wilson; brother, Jamie; sister, JoDee Smith; 4...
Deborah L. Backus
Jan 4, 2016
Deborah L. Backus (Mihiylov), passed away on Monday, January 4, 2016.Deborah is preceded in death by her step-son, Ralph W.Backus III.She is survived by husband, Ralph W. Backus Jr.; step-son,Rory Backus; sons, Paul, Jason (Ashlee) and Sean (Ashley-Nicole) Backus; 6 grandchildren and many nieces, nephews,friends and her dog Dutches who will miss Debbie dearly. Per Debbie's wishes there will not...
Richard Cottrell
Jan 3, 2016
Richard J. Cottrell, 48, of Akron, passed away January 3, 2016. Richard was born in Phoenix, Arizona on November 13, 1967 to the late Richard J. Cottrell, Sr. and Jennie Thompson (Nash). Richard was employed by JRayl Transport and he worked with Broken Chains Prison Ministry. In his free time, he enjoyed spending time with his family and actively participated...
Paul D. Clark, Jr.
Jan 3, 2016
Paul D. Clark Jr. "Brother Dave" "Honey"Paul D. Clark Jr. went to his home in Heaven on Sunday January 3, 2016. He will be greatly missed by his wife of 35 years, Kimberly; son, John; mother, Frances; and other family members. Paul served his country in the Army. He loved riding his motorcycle on the Blue Ridge Parkway, enjoyed the...
Carol Ann Curtis
Jan 2, 2016
Carol Ann Curtis (Salsgiver) Carol Ann Curtis, 62, of Akron, passed away on January 2, 2016. She was born in Akron on January 21, 1953 to the late Neal and Ruby Salsgiver. Carol loved people and made friends everywhere she went. She had a spontaneous personality and loved making crafts with her grandchildren. Her children and grandchildren were her greatest...
Ludvik J. Miklausich
Jan 1, 2016
Ludvik J. Miklausich Ludvik J. Miklausich, 99, formerly of Euclid, OH, was born in 1916 in Biwabik, Minnesota, and died on January 1, 2016 in Munroe Falls, OH. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ignac and Johanna (Starin) Miklausich; his wife of 68 years, Lillian (Jadrich); eighteen month old son, Dale; brothers, Edward, Anthony, Ignace, Frank, Valentine; and...
David L. Mitchell Sr.
Jan 1, 2016
David L. Mitchell Sr. David L. Mitchell, Sr. 77, of Tallmadge, passed away suddenly on January 1, 2016. He was a security guard for 15 years. He enjoyed fishing with his sons. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Lois; children, Sharon (Mike) Philips, Terrie Haggerty, David (Robin) Mitchell Jr., Kathy Mitchell, and Jeffrey (Kelly) Mitchell; brother, John...
James Robert Bennett Sr.
Dec 31, 2015
James Robert Bennett Sr. James Robert Bennett Sr., 80, of Suffield, passed away suddenly on December 31, 2015. He was born in Wirt County, West Virginia on June 1, 1935 to the late Samuel and Amma Bennett. James served in the U.S. Army and retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company after 42 years of service. He is survived by...
Richard Frank Gifford
Dec 31, 2015
Richard Frank Gifford Richard Frank Gifford, 85, passed away on December 31, 2015. He was born in Akron on September 16, 1930 to the late Frank and Mary Gifford. He graduated from North High School where he played basketball and football. Richard served as a U.S. Army Sergeant with the 74th FA. BN. HQ Btry. from 1948-1952 in Landshut Germany...
Roberta Martin
Dec 28, 2015
Roberta Martin passed away on December 28, 2015. She was born on October 21, 1939 in Akron, OH to Ronald and Alberta Roy. Roberta's passion was the love of Christ, reading her Bible, and Christian music. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, quilting, crocheting, watching movies, and telling stories. She is survived by her husband Fred Martin of...
Frank L. Parkins
Dec 28, 2015
Frank L. Parkins, 87 passed away on Monday ,December 28th, 2015.He was born on December 12, 1928 in Akron, Ohio to Frank and Evelyn Parkins.Frank retired from The Firestone Tire and rubber company after 25 years of service.He enjoyed golf in the summer. Frank enjoyed Fall hiking sprees with his wife, Rita through the Metro Parks. In the winter, Frank...
Robert J. Bowen
Dec 28, 2015
Robert J. Bowen, 79, passed away quietly in his own home on Monday, December 28, 2015. Robert was born on June 7, 1936 in Akron, Ohio to Joseph and Pauline Bowen. Bob proudly served in the U.S. Army Reserve for 18 years. He worked at Uniwear as a truck driver/supervisor for many years where he met his beautiful and loving...
Eugene Halman
Dec 27, 2015
Eugene Halman (Angel)Eugene Halman passed away on December 27, 2015 at the age of 79 with his loving family at his side. He was born in Akron, OH on February 17, 1936 to Rexell and Mary (Huffman) Halman. He attended Springfield Schools then joined the US Air Force in 1954. He was stationed at Whiteman Air Force Base in 1957...
Earl Stanley Phillips
Dec 27, 2015
Earl Stanley Phillips Earl Stanley Phillips, 88, of Akron, passed away on December 27, 2015. He was born in Northampton, Ohio on November 7, 1927 to the late Harley and Gertrude Phillips. Earl proudly served in the Army and the Merchant Marines during World War II. He was the owner of George Folk Auto Body Supply Company for over 50...
Fostine M. Johnson
Dec 27, 2015
Fostine M. "Tina" JohnsonFostine M. "Tina" Johnson, 89, went home to be with the Lord on December 27, 2015 after a courageous battle with dementia. She will be dearly missed by many family members and friends. Visitation will be Saturday, January 2, 2016 from 10-11 followed by an 11:00 a.m. funeral service at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd.,...
Rita F. Parkins
Dec 26, 2015
Rita Parkins, 84, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, December 26, 2015. Rita was born on April 9, 1931 in Middlebranch, Ohio to Ruth and Walter Gottshall. Rita retired after working 25 years at Akron City Hospital. She enjoyed flowers and gardening in the summer and participated in the Fall Hiking sprees through the Metro Parks with her...
Ethel Love
Dec 25, 2015
Ethel Lee Love (Graham)Ethel Lee Love (Graham), 65, of Akron and former resident of Stow, Ohio went home to be with the Lord on December 25, 2015. She was born to Sims & Ruby Graham on April 25, 1950. She was preceded in death by both parents; husband, Walter Love; sister, Pricilla Graham; and nephew, Rodney Graham. Ethel is survived...
Naomi Helen Hilton
Dec 25, 2015
Naomi Helen Hilton Naomi Helen Hilton, 89, passed away on December 25, 2015. She was born on February 21, 1926 in Quinwood, West Virginia to the late K.C. and Mary Ethel Crist. Naomi was married on June 26, 1948 to her loving husband, Doyle Hilton. She worked for A&P and Edwin Shaw and was a member of the Arlington Church...
Mondell Wilhelmina Baker
Dec 24, 2015
Mondell Wilhelmina Baker Mondell, 96, arrived peacefully in the arms of her Savior on December 24, 2015. She was born in Akron on July 14, 1919 to the late Alfred and Wilhelmina Riley. Mondell was a longtime member of Brown Street Baptist Church where she volunteered in the nursery for 50 years. An avid sports fan, Mondell played volleyball and...
Charles C. Smith
Dec 24, 2015
Charles C. SmithCharles C. Smith (Chuck) loving father, grandfather and brother, age 81 of Akron, Ohio went home to be with the LORD December 24, 2015. Charles was a retired Roadway Express truck driver with many years of meritorious service and recipient of the two-million mile safe driver award. Mr. Smith was a veteran of The United States Air Force...
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