Obituaries

Betty E. Speelman

Betty E. Speelman

Mar 3, 2015

Betty E. Speelman, 93, went home to be with the Lord on March 3, 2015. She was born in Garrett, PA to the late Goldie and Harry Nedrow. She enjoyed playing cards, shopping, and spending time with her family. She lived a blessed life witnessing five generations. Betty was preceded in death by her loving husband of 59 years, Glenn;...

Eugene Ripple

Eugene Ripple

Mar 3, 2015

Dr. Eugene George Ripple,83, of Stow, went home to be with the Lord on March 3, 2015. Eugene was born in Akron, Ohio on December 10, 1931 to the late George and Beatrice Ripple. He served 16 years as a pilot in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1951 to 1967. Eugene retired from Kent State University as a Professor in...

Mary Ann Brewer

Mary Ann Brewer

Mar 3, 2015

Mary Ann Brewer, 80, passed away on March 3, 2015. Mary Ann loved playing Bingo, Cleveland Indians, and doting on her grandchildren. She was a caregiver to all. Preceded in death by her parents, Samuel and Carmela Camp; her aunt, Frances Buchanan; cousin, Renee Yanik. Survivors include her loving daughter, Kimberly; stepchildren, Beverly, Boyd, and Beetle; cousins, Francine and Jim...

Paula S. Labbe

Paula S. Labbe

Mar 3, 2015

Paula S. Labbe, 54, passed away unexpectedly on March 3, 2015. She was born on July 23, 1960 in Akron, OH to Steve and Judi Lambert. She was preceded in death by her father, Steve; grandparents Paul and Virginia Perrine; and Frank and Dovie Lambert; special uncle, James Perrine. She is survived by her mother, Judi; son, Eric (Katie); siblings,...

Joan G. Robinson (Nee Ross)

Joan G. Robinson (Nee Ross)

Mar 1, 2015

Joan G. Robinson (nee Ross), 74, went home to be with the Lord on March 1, 2015. She was born in Akron on April 30, 1940 to the late Wayne and Ila Ross. Joan enjoyed reading and the Cleveland Indians, but her family was her greatest joy. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by 3 brothers...

Joseph A. Charnovich, Jr.

Joseph A. Charnovich, Jr.

Mar 1, 2015

Joseph A. Charnovich, Jr., 82, went home to be with the Lord on March 1, 2015. Joe was born on July 8, 1932 in Library, PA to the late Joseph and Stella Charnovich. He served with the US Army and retired from the IRS after 30 years of service. Joe was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church and enjoyed...

Marie Lakatos

Marie Lakatos

Mar 1, 2015

Marie E. Lakatos, 78, went home to be with the Lord on March 1, 2015 after a long fight with illness. She was born in Charleston, WV to the late James and Josephine Wiseman. She was employed by Cuyahoga Falls Country Place for many years as a nurses aide. Marie loved taking care of her residents. She was a hard...

Marsha Christy

Marsha Christy

Feb 28, 2015

Marsha (Bulgrin) Christy Marsha (Bulgrin) Christy passed away peacefully at her residence in Wesley Chapel, FL after a long illness with her family by her side on February 28, 2015. Marsha was born in Akron, Ohio on January 2, 1943. Marsha's greatest joy was her great-grandchildren, grandchildren, and family. She was active in her church, Fort King Alliance in Wesley...

Donald Jay Miller

Donald Jay Miller

Feb 28, 2015

Donald Jay Miller, 63, passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2015, into the arms of God. Survivors include his wife and sweetheart of over 45 years, Barb; brother, Richard; sisters, Bev and Dee; son, Scott; grandkids, Josh and Savannah; and many nieces, nephews, friends, and loved ones. Don worked at Akron Porcelain for over 40 years, attended Springfield Baptist Church...

Christina M. Watkins

Christina M. Watkins

Feb 28, 2015

Christina M. Watkins lost her courageous battle with cancer on February 28, 2015. She was born in Akron, OH to parents Harold and Mary Watkins on January 26, 1966. Christina graduated with an Associate Degree in Veterinary Technology from Columbus State University. She loved animals, working as veterinary technician for many years. Most recently, she worked at the PT Center...

Benny Lee Barker

Benny Lee Barker

Feb 28, 2015

Benny Lee Barker1957-2015Benny Lee Barker, 57, of Akron, passed away February 28, 2015, in his home with family at his side. He was born in Alliance, Ohio, to John and Pearlie Barker. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Carol Lynn; his son Carl and daughter-in-law Susan; four grandsons, Joshua, Cody, Jacob and Austin; and one great-granddaughter Quorra....

Janet D. Aller

Janet D. Aller

Feb 28, 2015

Janet D. Aller Janet D. Aller, 77, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2015, at home surrounded by family. Janet was born on March 3, 1937 in Ironton, Ohio to the late Thomas J. McClain Sr. and Bessie Anna (Anderson) McClain. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her daughter, Lisa Ann...

Arley Mclean

Arley Mclean

Feb 28, 2015

Arley A. McLean, 75, born in Philippi, W.V. went home to be with the Lord on February 28, 2015. He was born on November 30, 1939. Arley lived in Akron over 50 years and worked for Herbruck Trucking for over 30 years. He loved his family and fishing. He was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church. Arley was preceded in...

Gary L. Thomas

Gary L. Thomas

Feb 27, 2015

Gary L. ThomasGary L. Thomas passed away after a brief illness on February27, 2015. He was preceded in death by his wife, Deanna Thomas; parents, Robert and Edith Thomas; brothers, Robert and Martin Thomas. He is survived by daughter, Rebecca Sterling; daughter and son-in-law, Liz and Dave Remmy; grandchildren, Matt and Sarah Remmy; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Junnett and Gary Venus....

Dorothy M. Jupin

Dorothy M. Jupin

Feb 27, 2015

Dorothy Mae Hargett Jupin Dorothy Jupin went to be with the Lord and her loving husband on February 27, 2015. She was surrounded by her loving family. Dorothy was born June 18, 1925 in New Bern, North Carolina to Jim and Bessie Hargett. In 1944, she met the love of her life of 65 years, Joe Jupin, and married him....

Gerald Gorday

Gerald Gorday

Feb 26, 2015

Gerald "Jerry" Gorday, 74, passed away suddenly on February 26, 2015. Jerry retired from P.I.E. Trucking and Akron School District, where he worked as a bus driver. He enjoyed fishing, casinos, and spending time at his cabin at Piedmont Lake, where he was a member of the Akron Boat Club. Survivors include his wife, Judi, of 45 years; daughter, Michelle...

Jeremy Hahn

Jeremy Hahn

Feb 26, 2015

Jeremy Michael Hahn passed away on February 26, 2015. He was born on September 10, 1971 to proud parents Jill and Denny Hahn. He was a unique man with diverse talent and interests, who was very easy to like and laugh with. He loved being with friends, of which he had many. Jeremy influenced people in many ways, and those...

Michael O. Kittle

Michael O. Kittle

Feb 26, 2015

Michael O. Kittle, 53, earned his wings on February 26, 2015. Michael enjoyed working in his garden and spending time with family and grandkids. He was a good man and always put others first. Preceded in death by his father, Hoy "Sonny" Kittle; and grandparents, Mike and Velda Wuchich. Survivors include his beloved wife, Evelyn, of 35 years; mother and...

Alex Lucas

Alex Lucas

Feb 25, 2015

Alex Lucas, 15, of Clinton, beloved and cherished son of Jeff Lucas and Nancy Lee Ann McCarty Lucas, loved brother of Christopher, Valerie and Michael Lucas, left his earthly body while his loving parents held him on Wednesday, February 25, 2015. Leukemia cruelly took our beautiful Alex entirely too soon within 24hrs of diagnosis and we may never understand why...

Rosetta Griffin

Rosetta Griffin

Feb 25, 2015

Rosetta "June" Griffin, 78, of Tallmadge, passed away February 25, 2015. Rosetta was born in Somerset, Kentucky on April 1, 1936 to the late Chester and Jessie Smith. June retired from Acme Click after 28 years. She was a member for many years of the Southeast Church of The Nazarene. In her free time, she enjoyed her children, grandchildren and...

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