Obituaries

David Lee Matwiju, Sr.

David Lee Matwiju, Sr.

Jun 3, 2015

David Lee Matwiju, Sr. passed away on June 3, 2015. He leaves behind his loving wife, Dorothy Matwiju; mother, Dorothy Matwiju; sons, David Lee Jr. and Cory; step-children, Christi Miller, Jon and Alex Collins; and many friends.

Bobby Gene Petty

Bobby Gene Petty

Jun 2, 2015

Bobby Gene Petty, 40, a devoted husband, father, and son passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 2, 2015.Bobby is survived by his wife and best friend, Adrienne (nee Ferguson); sons, Jacob, Lenox and Xavier; daughters, Audriana, Lillyana and Mia; parents, Gene and Polly Petty; brother, Michael Petty; in-laws, George Ferguson, Layla Ferguson, Megan and Kenny Bourquin, Scotty Ferguson and many...

Mary Sue Wilfred

Mary Sue Wilfred

Jun 2, 2015

Mary Sue Wilfred Mary Sue Wilfred, of Akron, went into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on June 2, 2015 in Hospice Care at home. She was born February 23, 1920 in Mayfield, Kentucky and moved to Akron in 1949. She was a loving wife and mother and was a seamstress most of her life. Her...

Adrian P. Fuiorea

Adrian P. Fuiorea

Jun 1, 2015

Adrian P. Fuiorea Adrian P. Fuiorea, 57, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on June 1, 2015. He was born on January 19, 1958 in Bucuresti, Romania to the late George and Letitia Fuiorea. Adrian moved to the United States in 1977 and initially worked as an offshore fisherman. He later became an industrial painter. Adrian devoted himself to his family....

Emma Elizabeth Dickerhoof

Emma Elizabeth Dickerhoof

Jun 1, 2015

Emma Elizabeth DickerhoofEmma Elizabeth (Frazier) Stanley Dickerhoof 91, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, passing peacefully at home on June 1, 2015. She was a loving and wonderful mother and grandmother. She loved animals, and playing games with her family and friends.She was a devoted member of the Faith Bible Fellowship Church, and a member of the...

Denean Lynn Decastro (Hershberger)

Denean Lynn Decastro (Hershberger)

May 31, 2015

Danean Lynn DeCastro (Hershberger)Danean Lynn DeCastro (Hershberger) 56, passed away on May 31, 2015. She was born in Akron, OH on August 27, 1958 to Robert and Patricia Hershberger. She graduated from Garfield High School class of 1976 where she competed in Varsity Gymnastics. Danean enjoyed reading, writing, painting and was an avid pet lover. She was a loving mother...

Sandra S. Nichols

Sandra S. Nichols

May 31, 2015

Sandra S. Nichols Sandra S. Nichols, 67, of Akron, was called home by our Lord on May 31, 2015. She was a dedicated servant of the Lord and lived her life with a deep love of our Savior Jesus Christ . Sandra was born on July 27, 1947 in Clay, West Virginia to the late Ralph and Ivy Williams. She...

Nancy L. Mcclamroch (Breth)

Nancy L. Mcclamroch (Breth)

May 31, 2015

Nancy L. McClamroch (Breth)Nancy L. McClamroch (Breth) 70, passed away at home on May 31, 2015. Nancy was a graduate of East High School class of 1962. She married her high school sweetheart in 1966. She worked for Columbian Carbon for 5 years before going to Landon Knight Stables where she retired after 30 years as secretary. Nancy was an...

Mark Kinsinger

Mark Kinsinger

May 31, 2015

Mark Kinsinger, 57, of Akron passed away on Sunday, May 31, 2015. He was born February 8, 1958 and was a lifelong residence of the Akron area. Mark is survived by his mother, Mary R. Kinsinger; daughter, Samantha Kinsinger and son, Alex Kinsinger; grandchildren, Mikhail, Jiomar, and Mya Slater; brothers, Robert Jr., David, and Charles Kinsinger; special friend Marilyn B....

Eugene B. Hoover Jr.

Eugene B. Hoover Jr.

May 30, 2015

Eugene "Buck" Hoover Jr., 67, of Akron passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2015. He was born January 15, 1948 in Akron, Ohio to the late Eugene Sr. and Pauline Hoover.He is survived by sister, Diana Ritchie and nephew, Steven Ritchie.The family will receive friends on Saturday, June 6, 2015 at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 N. Canton Rd Akron from...

Rollin G. Dobbins

Rollin G. Dobbins

May 30, 2015

Rollin G. Dobbins, 86, of Akron passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2015. He was born October 12, 1928 in Akron, Ohio to the late Ivan and Alma Dobbins.Rollin a retired meat cutter from Giant Eagle and A & P after 40 plus years of service.He enjoyed gardening, fishing and spending time with his family. Rollin attended Goodyear Heights United...

Misty Jane Sobel-Hall

Misty Jane Sobel-Hall

May 29, 2015

Misty Sobel-HallMisty Sobel-Hall 32, passed away suddenly on Friday May 29, 2015. Misty was currently working on her RN degree and worked at Memories Restaurant, Paramedic, and delivered the West Side Leader. She is survived by her husband, Randy Hall; mother and father, Ed and Sandy Sobel; brothers, Ben and Chris (Linda); grandma, Fredericka Mize; step-children, Michelle and Andrew Hall;...

Donald Keith Hayhurst

Donald Keith Hayhurst

May 29, 2015

Donald Keith Hayhurst Donald Keith Hayhurst, 67, of Uniontown, passed away May 29, 2015 after fighting a brief and fierce battle with cancer. Don was born in Mullens, West Virginia on May 10, 1948. He was a U.S. Army veteran, a lifetime member of the Army/Navy 102, and a member of the Airport VFW 8975. Don was a 32nd Degree...

Donna J. Schmader

Donna J. Schmader

May 26, 2015

Donna J. Schmader Donna J. Schmader, 83, passed away on May 26, 2015. Donna was born in Youngstown, Ohio on September 9, 1931 to the late Gustaf and Emma Gustafson. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ray A. Schmader and son, Robert A. Schmader. She will be deeply missed by her children, Gene...

Robert W. Opphile

Robert W. Opphile

May 26, 2015

Robert W. Opphile Robert W. Opphile, age 84, passed away May 26, 2015 after a brave and hard fought battle with lung cancer. He was the son of the late Orbie Opphile and Alice (Woods) Opphile. He was born in Akron, Ohio on August 14, 1930. He graduated from Central High School in Akron, Ohio. He was a loving father,...

Mildred "Millie Croghan

Mildred "Millie Croghan

May 25, 2015

Mildred "Millie" Croghan, 83, of Akron, passed away Monday, May 25, 2015. Mildred was born in Cleveland, Ohio on November 23, 1931 to the late Irving and Sue Abrams. In her free time, she enjoyed reading, cooking, traveling and spending time with her family and will be dearly missed. In addition to her parents, Mildred was preceded in death by...

Sydney C. Plante

Sydney C. Plante

May 24, 2015

Sydney C. PlanteSydney C. Plante 79, passed away on May 24, 2015 after a long illness. She was born in Phoenix, AZ., spending most of her time there until moving to Uniontown in 2005. She was a wonderful nurse, and enjoyed taking care of family and friends. She will be missed by those who knew and loved her. Sydney was...

William "Bill"A. Rowe

William "Bill"A. Rowe

May 23, 2015

William "Bill" A. Rowe, 59, of Akron passed way suddenly on Saturday, May 23, 2015. He was born June 4, 1955 in Akron, Ohio to the late Joseph and Irene Rowe. Bill enjoyed wood working and fishing. Bill is survived by his sons, Floyd (Mike) and Louis (Tamara); grandchildren, Tristan, Rhys, Leighton; brothers, Joseph (Barbara) and John (Kim); long time...

Nancy L. Calvin

Nancy L. Calvin

May 23, 2015

Nancy L. Calvin (nee Sooy) Nancy L. Calvin, 97, of Akron, passed away on May 23, 2015. She was born in Wellington, Ohio on July 28, 1917 to the late Walter and Alice West. She retired from General Tire and Rubber after fifteen years of service. Nancy was a longtime, active member of Goodyear Heights United Methodist Church. She enjoyed...

Stephen L. Mcguire, Sr.

Stephen L. Mcguire, Sr.

May 23, 2015

Steve L. McGuire, Sr., age 62, of Atwater (Mogadore) passed away on Saturday, May 23, 2015 after a short illness. He was born March 15, 1953 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Blanch and Howard McGuire.Steve enjoyed riding four wheelers, his motorcycle, his chickens, shooting guns, fishing and most of all his grandchildren and will be dearly missed. He was...

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