Obituaries
Dale R. Martin
Apr 27, 2015
Dale R. Martin Dale R. Martin, 76, of Akron, passed away April 27, 2015. He was born on March 9, 1939 to the late Earl and Florence Martin. Dale proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps. He was a union meat cutter for his entire life. In his free time, he enjoyed fishing and hunting. In addition to his parents,...
Betty Fricke
Apr 27, 2015
Betty Fricke, 81, of Akron passed away on Monday, April 27, 2015. She was born in Akron, Ohio on March 27, 1934 to the late Lauren and Elizabeth Hudson. Betty had a passion for singing and sang professionally with groups such as, The Akron Pops Orchestra, The Dick Roop Trio, The Frankie Reynolds Orchestra and Ed Marini and kept on...
John "Jack" Cunningham
Apr 27, 2015
John, "Jack" to many, beloved son, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, friend and faithful servant, went home to be with his Precious Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on April 27th, 2015 after a long battle with cancer.Jack is now at peace in heaven with his wife of 63 years, "Totsy" Margaret Helen (Looney), and his daughter, "Becky" Rebecca (Cerio). He leaves...
Johnny Speegle
Apr 26, 2015
Johnny Speegle "John"Johnny Speegle "John" went home to be with the Lord on April 26, 2015. He was born and raised in Brimfield, OH to parents, Bunnie and Irene Speegle on October 7, 1949. He was known as a giving man, always willing to help others no matter what the circumstance. Johnny worked at Robinson Brothers Furniture for many years...
Rita C. Reed
Apr 26, 2015
Rita C. Bearer ReedRita C. Bearer Reed passed peacefully April 26, 2015. Rita was born on August 5, 1928 in Carrolltown, PA to Margaret and Elmer Bearer. Rita lived in the Akron area her entire life, graduating from Hower Vocational High School. She enjoyed church services, family gatherings, crazy hats, parades, and decorating for the holidays. Rita worked in food...
Michael Trace
Apr 26, 2015
"Dear Lord, we thank You for the years we had with our loving husband and father. We saw his reflection of You in his patience, kindness and encouragement for others. We watched him battle cancer for 15 years without any complaint, knowing that this was Your plan for his life. We thank You for ending his suffering and taking him...
Winnie Mcdonald Wilson
Apr 26, 2015
Winnie McDonald Wilson, 109, of Tallmadge, passed away Sunday, April 26, 2015. Winnie was born in Beech, West Virginia on May 26, 1905 one of 13 children to the late C.M. and Cleora Haught. She was a member of New Horizons Christian Church for 80 years. In her free time, she enjoyed writing letters, sewing and gardening. In addition to...
Harriet Hutcheson
Apr 25, 2015
Harriet J. HutchesonHarriet J. Hutcheson, born July 2, 1919, passed away April 25, 2015. She was a longtime member of the Akron Baptist Temple. Harriet was preceded in death by her husband, Robert and son, Ronald. She will be deeply missed by son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Judith Ann; daughter-in-law, Sandie; sister, Neil Nanchoff; grandchildren, Robert A., Craig, Bret, Jill,...
Robert Andrew Lachowski
Apr 25, 2015
Robert Andrew LachowskiRobert Andrew Lachowski, 70, of Akron, passed away April 25, 2015. He was born in Pittsburgh, PA on September 2, 1944. Bob proudly served in the U.S. Navy. He will always be remembered for his kind heart and generosity. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Alexander and Wanda; and brother, Richard. He will be deeply missed...
John E. Reynolds
Apr 25, 2015
John Ernest Reynolds John E. Reynolds, 25, passed away suddenly from this existence into the waiting arms of his Savior Jesus Christ on April 25, 2015. He was born September 19, 1989. He was a fun loving, artistic, talented, & compassionate person. He will be missed dearly and is loved by all. Preceded in death by his grandfathers, John Stratos...
James S. Brown
Apr 25, 2015
James S. Brown was a lifelong resident of the Akron area. He was a veteran of the US Navy serving aboard the USS Mercury as a Fireman First Class during the Korean Conflict. He retired from Efficient Industries in Independence, OH in 1994. James was a member of Emmanuel United Church of Christ where he had served as Deacon, head...
Jack E. Whitehair
Apr 23, 2015
Jack E. WhitehairJack E. Whitehair, 92, went home to be with the Lord on April 23, 2015 at Altercare of Hartville. He was born in Marietta, OH on April 22, 1923 living most of his life in the Akron area. Jack retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company with 42 years service. He served in the 114th Infantry Division in...
Vince Johnson Jr.
Apr 22, 2015
Vince Johnson Jr.Vince Johnson Jr., 25, passed away on April 22, 2015. He was born in Akron on December 18, 1989. Vince will always be remembered for his terrific sense of humor. He will be deeply missed by his loving family and friends. Vince is survived by his mother, Candy Johnson (Robert Shirey) and father, Vince (Crissy) Johnson Sr.; brother,...
Dorothy Jean Rose
Apr 22, 2015
Dorothy Jean Rose, 80, of Akron, passed away surrounded by family on Wednesday, April 22, 2015. Dorothy was born in Friendsville, Maryland on April 7, 1935 to the late Clarence and Marie Sisler. Dorothy retired from their family-owned business, Rose Upholstery. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church and then Tallmadge United Methodist Church. In her free time,...
Thomas M. Karr
Apr 22, 2015
Thomas M. Karr Thomas M. Karr, 83, of Akron, passed away on April 22, 2015. He was born in Washington D.C. on January 28, 1932 to the late John and Louisa Karr. Tom proudly served in the U.S. Army. He worked as a security officer at Summa St. Thomas Hospital and also for McNeil Akron. In his free time, he...
Robert Woods
Apr 21, 2015
Robert "Willie" Woods Robert "Willie" Woods, 69, of Akron, passed away on April 21, 2015. He was born in Akron on December 28, 1945 to the late Dennis and Dorothy Woods. Willie proudly served in the U.S. Navy and retired from Goodrich Tire and Rubber. He was a member of VFW Posts 0888 and 3383. In his free time, he...
Anna E. Musarra
Apr 21, 2015
Anna E. MusarraAnna E. Musarra passed away April 21, 2015. Anna was born to Adam and Anna Ruppert on July 23, 1928. She was preceded in death by her son, David Musarra. Anna is survived by her children, Tony (Wanda) Musarra, Maryanne (Ted) Farris, and Richard (Velvet) Musarra; four grandchildren, Nicole, Roger, Michael and David; and many cousins and friends....
Raymond Paul Crabtree
Apr 20, 2015
Raymond Paul CrabtreeRaymond Paul Crabtree, 47, fell asleep in death April 20, 2015 with family and friends at his side after a long illness. Ray was born in Akron, Ohio October 26, 1967. He attended Ellet schools and Green High School. Ray was a hard worker who took pride in his work as a professional commercial painter. His final employment...
Donna Wright
Apr 20, 2015
Donna M Wright, 87, of Mogadore, passed away April 20, 2015. Donna was born in Akron, Ohio on August 23, 1927. She was a member of the Chapel of Prayer. In her free time, she enjoyed family get togethers, Sunday car rides, and her church family. In addition to her parents, Donna was preceded in death by her loving husband,...
Terry Varney
Apr 20, 2015
Terry W. Varney, 66, of Akron, passed away April 20, 2015. Terry was born in Pinsonfork, Kentucky on April 30, 1948 to the late Cecil and Jean Varney. Terry retired from Progressive Auto Group in 2014. He was a 32nd degree Mason and was a social member of the Firestone VFW Post 3383 and the Barberton Moose. In his free...
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