Obituaries
Robert Lee Villers
Jun 23, 2015
Robert Lee VillersRobert Lee Villers 85, passed away on June 23, 2015. He was a lifelong resident of the Akron area. He was employed by Mohawk Tire and Rubber for many years. He enjoyed spending time with his family, gardening, and also watching old western movies. Robert was preceded in death by his parents; and ten siblings. He is survived...
Shela Ellis
Jun 23, 2015
Shela Lyn Ellis,71 , of North Canton, passed away Tuesday, June 23, 2015. Shela was born in Akron, Ohio on September 17, 1943 to the late Otis and Alice Lambert. She graduated from Garfield High School in 1962. Shela was a loving mother and in her free time, she enjoyed painting, floral designing, baking and decorating cakes, doing crafts and...
Donald Roberts
Jun 23, 2015
Donald Roberts passed into his heavenly home on June 23, 2015. He is survived by his loving wife, Janice Roberts, his six children, many grandchildren, six sisters, his brother and a host of family and friends. Visitation will be held on Sunday, June 28, 2015 at 11:00 a.m., followed by funeral service at 1 pm, at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131...
Ronald Messenger
Jun 22, 2015
"Captain" Ron MessengerOn Monday, June 22, 2015 our husband, father, mentor, friend and brother went home to the Lord. The hole left by his departure will be deeply felt by the hundreds of people whose lives he touched and enriched. Of all the men this family has been proud to know, he has set the standard we will all strive...
Lawrence J. Long Jr.
Jun 21, 2015
Lawrence J. Long Jr. 51 passed away unexpectedly Sunday, June 22, 2015. Larry was born May 11, 1964 in Ravenna, Ohio. He worked as a carpet and floor installer. He was a U.S. Army Veteran and served from 1981-1989. He was a member of the Stow Falls Baptist Church. He loved camping, fishing, walking in the woods and reading. Larry...
Nancy Marie Rundle
Jun 21, 2015
Nancy Marie RundleNancy Marie Rundle 56, passed away unexpectedly on June 21, 2015. She was a lifelong resident of the Akron area graduating from East High School class of 1977. She retired after 31 years with the Akron Police Department. Nancy loved bowling, cooking, baking, and spending time with her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her...
Michael Joseph Laktash
Jun 20, 2015
Michael Joseph Laktash Michael Joseph Laktash, 68, of Akron, passed away on June 20, 2015. He was born in Akron on December 6, 1946 to the late George V. and Margery M. Laktash. Mike proudly served in the U.S. Navy and later retired from Firestone/Bridgestone. He was an avid gun collector and belonged to a lapidary club where he enjoyed...
Harry A. Memmer, Jr.
Jun 19, 2015
Harry A. Memmer Jr.Harry A. Memmer Jr. 88, passed away peacefully at home with family at his side on June 19, 2015. Harry lived in Ellet his entire life and retired from the Akron Beacon Journal after 44 years. He was a veteran in Korea during World War II. Harry and Charlotte visited every state in the U.S. on their...
Mildred Grace Buchanan
Jun 18, 2015
Mildred "Midge" Grace Buchanan (Gibson) Midge Buchanan died peacefully after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. She was born on July 30, 1920 in Akron, OH and graduated from Kenmore High School. During World War II, she married William Evert Buchanan (Bill). They lived in Portage Lakes their entire lives. Bill passed away in 1988. Mildred was a full time...
Franklin D. Pyle
Jun 17, 2015
Franklin D. Pyle Franklin D. Pyle, 82, of Akron, passed away on June 17, 2015. He was born on May 22, 1933 in Wheeling, West Virginia to the late Michael and Sarah Pyle. Franklin retired from Schwebel's Bakery. He was a train enthusiast and a gifted woodcrafter. In addition to his parents, Franklin was preceded in death by his sons,...
Agnes T. Walleen
Jun 16, 2015
Agnes T. WalleenAgnes T. Walleen 87, went home to be with the Lord on June 16, 2015. She was a resident of Randolph, OH for over 35 years. She enjoyed bowling, playing cards, and being out on the farm. She was preceded in death by her husband, Milton K. Walleen. Agnes is survived by her children, Gary (Loretta), Sharon (Bill)...
Lisa Louise Lynn
Jun 16, 2015
Lisa Louise Lynn Lisa Louise Lynn, 44, of Akron, passed away with her family by her side on June 16, 2015. She was born in Medina, Ohio on August 14, 1970. Lisa had a beautiful smile and loved to laugh. She had a way with people and made friends everywhere she went. Even when struggling with illness, she remained generous,...
Janet M. Vanaman (Cramer)
Jun 16, 2015
Janet M. Vanaman (Cramer)Janet M. Vanaman (Cramer) 76, went home to be with the Lord on June 16, 2015. She was a resident of Rootstown, OH for 45 years. She was a realtor with Grecco Realty for many years before retiring to spend time with her husband Jack. Her most recent endeavor was a partner in The Collection Box Store...
Lonnie Daniel Owens
Jun 15, 2015
Lonnie Daniel Owens of Akron, Ohio passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family and friends on June 15, 2015 after battling lung cancer. He was born on July 5, 1951 to Raford Owens and Carrie (Abram) Owens in Hub, Mississippi. After graduating from South High School in Akron, Lonnie worked for Honeywell before going to work for Goodyear Tire...
William A. Napier
Jun 14, 2015
William A. Napier "Bill" "Bud" William A. Napier, 64, passed away on June 14, 2015. He was born in Hyden, Kentucky on August 12, 1950. Bill proudly served in the U.S. Army and the National Guard. He retired from AT&T. In his free time, Bill could be found hunting or golfing. He was a kind and generous man with a...
Janet Miller
Jun 13, 2015
Janet K. Miller, 77, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away Saturday, June 13, 2015. Janet was born in Akron, Ohio on July 24, 1937 to the late John and Ann Bradach. In addition to her parents, Janet was preceded in death by her daughter, Melissa DeMoss; son , Lanny M. Miller and brother, John J. Bradach. She is survived by grandson,...
Andrew Kostrubanich
Jun 13, 2015
Andrew V. KostrubanichAndrew V. Kostrubanich 89, went home to be with the Lord on June 13, 2015. He was a part of the Rothermel Family for 77 years. He was a devoted volunteer and member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Andrew retired from Gougler Industries of Kent, OH after 45 years of service. He is survived by brother, Jerry (Barb)...
Marvin W. Tipton
Jun 13, 2015
Marvin W. "Marv" Tipton, 72, of Akron, passed away Saturday, June 13, 2015 peacefully in his sleep. Marvin was born in Akron, Ohio on June 23, 1942 to the late William and Lena Tipton. Marvin retired from Goodyear Tire & Rubber in 2002 after 36 years of service where he was responsible for many patents. After retirement Marvin went to...
Tonya Khokhar
Jun 12, 2015
Tonya KhokharOn June 12, 2015 heaven received an exceptionally feisty angel. Tonya Khokhar, 50, was preceded in death by her mother Sondura Janney, 26. Tonya will be forever loved by her family and friends and her spirit lives on in her father, Dennis Kuhlken; children, Anthony and Teather Canter, Ashley and William Oiler, Steven Canter, Carley Canter; and her grandchildren,...
Ramon Luna-Leon
Jun 12, 2015
Ramon Luna-LeonRamon Luna-Leon 73, passed away on June 12, 2015. He was born in Cayey, Puerto Rico and was a lifelong resident of Akron, OH. He served in the US Army from 1959-1962. He retired from landscaping and was affiliated with the Fraternal Order Orioles 167, serving as Past President of the Supreme Nest. Ramon loved music, especially playing the...
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