Obituaries

Marion Ferguson

Marion Ferguson

Jun 12, 2015

Marion J. Ferguson, 86, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 12, 2015. Marion was born in Akron, Ohio on May 20, 1929 to the late Kenneth and Hermina Blasdel. She was a member of New Horizons Christian Church for many years. In her free time, she enjoyed, playing cards and bowling. In addition to...

William Murphy

William Murphy

Jun 11, 2015

William "Mike" MurphyWilliam "Mike" Murphy 57, passed away on June 11, 2015. He was a lifelong resident of Akron, OH. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, and being outdoors. He was also an avid craftsman, a jack of all trades, and recently started guitar lessons. He was preceded in death by parents, Frank and Mary Alice Murphy; brothers, Charles and Patrick; father...

Frances Perfetto

Frances Perfetto

Jun 11, 2015

Frances PerfettoFrances Perfetto passed away on June 11, 2015 surrounded by family. She was born in Akron, OH and grew up in Italy. She moved to New York and met Antimo Perfetto and they moved back to Akron and started Casa Mimi Restaurant which they ran until they retired. Frances loved traveling and visiting family in Italy. She was preceded...

Raymond G. Long

Raymond G. Long

Jun 9, 2015

Raymond G. Long age 77, of Cuyahoga Falls, went home to be with Loved ones on June 9,2015.Ray was in the hospital from a sudden and pre-existing illness.Raymond & Susan were united in marriage on Feburary 14, 2002, and resided in Cuyahoga Falls. Raymond leaves behind his wife, Susan Long; children of first marriage to Carolyn Long, Janice Mossor, Kimberly...

Mary Lou Hawkins

Mary Lou Hawkins

Jun 9, 2015

Mary Lou Hawkins, 85, of Akron, passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2015. Mary Lou was born in Akron, Ohio on May 12, 1930 to the late Ralph and Catherine Kesner. In her free time, she enjoyed crafts, painting, line dancing, playing the piano and spending time in Florida with her husband. In addition to her parents, Mary Lou was preceded...

Kimberly Urbach

Kimberly Urbach

Jun 8, 2015

Kimberly E. Urbach, 54, of Lakemore, passed away suddenly Monday, June 8, 2015. Kimberly was born in Akron, Ohio on June 2, 1961 to the late William and Janet Stafford. Kimberly was employed with First Energy Company for nine years. She was a member of Springfield Band Boosters and Alumni Band for many years. She participated in community theater and...

Mary Lou Gibbons

Mary Lou Gibbons

Jun 7, 2015

Mary Lou Gibbons (Appleman)Mary Lou Gibbons nee Appleman 73, went home to be with the Lord on June 7, 2015. She was born in Zanesville, OH on March 1, 1942 to the late George Kenneth and Annabel Appleman. Mary worked at Hair Affair in Fairlawn and held several secretarial positions until her retirement. She enjoyed making her own jewelry and...

Ky'Mere O'Neal Anderson

Ky'Mere O'Neal Anderson

Jun 7, 2015

Ky'Mere O'Neal AndersonKy'Mere O'Neal Anderson, went to Heaven on Sunday, June 7, 2015. He leaves behind his proud parents, Shaquille Anderson and Ronniece Riley; brother, Kardeair Beecher; grandmother, Ronnia Fort; great-grandfather, Ronald Fort; aunts and uncles, Ja'Mice Vargas, Lashannon Kelly, Ja'Vohn Fort, Keshone Britt, and Kentrel Siner; and godmother, Biancka Brew. Visitation will be Monday, June 15, 2015 from 1-2...

Walter A. White

Walter A. White

Jun 7, 2015

Walter A. WhiteWalter A. White 86, went home to be with the Lord on June 7, 2015. He was born in Akron, OH to the late Walter and Merle White on September 5, 1928. He retired from Newspaper Transportation Teamsters Local 473. He enjoyed fishing, playing cards and marbles, and spending time with his family. He was preceded in death...

Laurance D. Hinkle

Laurance D. Hinkle

Jun 7, 2015

Laurance D (Larry) Hinkle, 73, passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2015 at home with family and friends. He was born April 21, 1942 to the late Donald and Ruth Jesse (Shantz) Hinkle of Congo St. Larry graduated Ellet High School class of 1960 then attended Hammel -Actual Business College, where he met his wife of 50 years, Loretta Ann...

Terri L. Hershman (Miljak)

Terri L. Hershman (Miljak)

Jun 7, 2015

Terri L. Hershman (Miljak) Terri L. Hershman, 61, of Freeport, OH, passed away on June 7, 2015. She was born in Akron on January 9, 1954 to the late Tony and Winnie Miljak. Terri was a gifted gardener and everyone enjoyed her beautiful flowers and the vegetables she canned. She also loved all types of crafts. Terri will be deeply...

Patricia M. Firth

Patricia M. Firth

Jun 7, 2015

Patricia M. FirthPatricia M. Firth 71, went home to be with the Lord on June 7, 2015. She was born to the late Walter and Edithe Look on November 3, 1943. She was a lifetime resident of Akron, OH graduating from Ellet High School in 1962. She was a faithful member of Victory Chapel, and a member of the choir....

Ted William Chapin

Ted William Chapin

Jun 6, 2015

Ted William Chapin Ted William Chapin, 64, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on June 6, 2015. He was born in Akron on February 19, 1951. Ted was preceded in death by his mother, Nancy Lee Chapin and brother, Lee R. Chapin. He will be deeply missed by his father, Ray (Carol) Chapin; brother, Mark Chapin; aunt, Marion Chadbourne; niece, Melissa...

Paul L. Salter

Paul L. Salter

Jun 5, 2015

Paul L Salter, 62, of Akron, passed away Friday, June 5, 2015. Paul was born in Salem, Ohio on May 2, 1953 to the late Raymond Sr. and Dorla Ann Salter. Paul was employed by Kobelco Stewart Bolling. In his free time, he enjoyed fishing, family, gambling, traveling and woodworking. In addition to his parents, Paul was preceded in death...

Mildred E. Smyth

Mildred E. Smyth

Jun 5, 2015

Mildred E. Smyth Mildred E. Smyth, 94, passed away on June 5, 2015. She was born in Akron on July 12, 1920 to the late Fritz and Helen Niestockel. Mildred was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She was also a lifetime member of the East Market Street United Church of Christ. In addition to her parents...

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...

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