Obituaries

William Sherrill

William Sherrill

Sep 28, 2015

William A. Sherrill passed away on September 28, 2015. He is precede in death by his parents and his daughter Kimberly. He is survived by his wife Alice; son, Michael; sisters, Cindy (Jeff) Bibbee, Pam (Donald) Bishop, Nancy Palmer, Linda (Bill) McIntyre. A memorial Service will be held at 12 p.m. on Friday, October 2, 2015 at Lakemore United Methodist...

Earl Hoch

Earl Hoch

Sep 28, 2015

Earl Hoch Earl Hoch, 89, of Akron, passed away on September 28, 2015. He was born in Clearfield County, Pennsylvania on March 29, 1926 to the late Frank and Blanche Hoch. Earl was a proud U.S. Navy veteran, having served on a PT boat during World War II. He was a mold finisher at Goodyear Tire and Rubber, retiring after...

Allan J. Ostrander

Allan J. Ostrander

Sep 27, 2015

Allan J. Ostrander Allan J. Ostrander, 91, of Cuyahoga Falls, went home to be with the Lord on September 27, 2015. He was born in Cleveland on September 20, 1924 to the late John and Margaret Ostrander. Allan was a proud World War II Army veteran, serving as a Staff Sergeant in the South Pacific Theater. He retired as a...

Doris Bender

Doris Bender

Sep 26, 2015

Doris A. Bender 58, passed away on September 26, 2015. Mother of Alania, Roy II, and James. She will be greatly missed by daughter, Alania (Rick) Mauk ; son, James Bender sisters: Penny (Paul) Mason, Cookie (Mike) Canaday, 7 grandchildren, 6 great grand children and many nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place, Celebration of Life will be held at...

Larry Hembury

Larry Hembury

Sep 25, 2015

Larry HemburyLarry Hembury 71, passed away peacefully at home on September 25, 2015. He was born in Tylertown, MS to the late Teddy and Neva Hembury. The family relocated to Akron, OH where he was a 1962 graduate of Ellet High School. Larry served his country for 4 years in the Ohio Army National Guard. Within his lifetime he worked...

William Claude Callihan Ii

William Claude Callihan Ii

Sep 25, 2015

William Claude Callihan II William Claude Callihan II, 69, passed away Friday, September 25, 2015. William grew up in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. He received his Bachelor's Degree in chemical engineering from the University of Pittsburgh and graduated from medical school at the University of West Virginia. He served his residency at Children's Medical Center of Akron and worked in pediatrics for...

Margarette F. Rose

Margarette F. Rose

Sep 24, 2015

Margarette F. Rose (nee Jarrell)Margarette F. Rose, 89, went to be with the Lord on September 24, 2015. Margarette was a lifetime member of the Portage Beagle Club. She was preceded in death by her husband, Russell; parents, John and Myra; and sisters, Lora, Irma and Evelyn. She will be deeply missed by her sister, Virginia; stepson, Michael; nieces, nephews,...

Donald A. Urdiales

Donald A. Urdiales

Sep 24, 2015

Donald A. UrdialesDonald A. Urdiales took his ride to heaven on September 24, 2015. Born on September 18, 1955, Donald grew up in Uniontown, OH. He graduated from Springfield High School in 1974, and went to work for Miller Rental in the late 80's. He was hard working, and made his customers a priority. He told me that customers were...

Kenneth D. Park

Kenneth D. Park

Sep 21, 2015

Kenneth Dane ParkKenneth Dane Park, 59, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on September 21, 2015. He was born in Akron on October 28, 1955. Kenneth was a baker with the Teamsters Local 19 for 40 years. He had many interests including fishing, woodworking, golfing, and gardening. Kenneth was preceded in death by his father, Walter Park. He will be deeply...

Margaret Ann Havansky

Margaret Ann Havansky

Sep 21, 2015

Margaret Ann Havansky Margaret Ann Havansky (Corrin) went home to be with the Lord on September 21, 2015. Margie retired from Prudential Bache Securities after 30 years of service. She was a long time volunteer with Cub Scouts, loved baking, scrap booking, traveling with her sisters and spoiling her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward; parents,...

Rosemary Eslinger

Rosemary Eslinger

Sep 20, 2015

Together Again!Rosemary Eslinger, 87, went to be with the Lord on September 20, 2015. She was reunited with her loving husband of 44 years, Norman Eslinger. "Norm" proposed to "Rose" just three days after they met. The two of them had a beautiful marriage. They were inseparable. Norm loved that his wife was "short and spunky." She was only 5...

Kyle W. Klein

Kyle W. Klein

Sep 20, 2015

Kyle Wayne Klein, 24 of Akron passed away September 20 2015. He was born in Akron on April 14 1991. He graduated from Ellet High School in 2009 where he played football and wrestled.Kyle had a heart of gold and never missed an opportunity to help a person or animal in need. He worked hard, played hard and loved hard....

Curtis Thompson

Curtis Thompson

Sep 20, 2015

Curtis A. Thompson Jr. passed away on September 20, 2015 surrounded by his family. He is preceded in death by his son, Curtis Dean. He is survived by his wife, Debi; sons;Matthew and Jeremy;daughter, Layla ; mother Lucy Ann; brother, Eddie; sister, Dela and a host of family and friends. Curtis will be forever missed and loved by his family...

David B. Hampton

David B. Hampton

Sep 19, 2015

David B. "Papa" Hampton David B. "Papa" Hampton, 64, of Akron, passed away on September 19, 2015 after a fifteen year battle. David was born on December 23, 1950 in Dayton, Ohio. Dave retired in 2000 from Bridgestone/Firestone. Dave was successful at whatever task he set for himself. He was a gifted electrician, journeyman plumber, teacher, and had a passion...

Rita Rosier

Rita Rosier

Sep 18, 2015

Rita Joy Rosier of Barberton passed away early Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. I think I speak for all that have met her it was a rare occasion when you didn't see Joy smiling or laughing at any given time and I'm positive that's how she would want to be remembered. Always positive, joyous, and willing to do without to help...

Jamie Huffer

Jamie Huffer

Sep 16, 2015

Jamie Lorraine Huffer was born April 12,1963 to James C. Huffer and Rosilyn E. Knight in Brooklyn, New York. She lived in Akron since she was 5 months old. Jamie was a quiet, unassuming soul who would give whatever she had to any one who needed it, she had a kind heart. She loved tending to gardens whether they were...

Alvera Cooper

Alvera Cooper

Sep 16, 2015

Alvera Cooper passed away Wednesday September 16, 2015. She was born in Akron Ohio on Dec 13 1928. She was preceded by her parents Ocie Greathouse and Ersel Robinson. She is survived by and will be deeply missed by her devoted husband Glen, sons Larry and wife Asaho of Torrance CA, Larry and Asaho's children, James (Alison) parents of Mina...

Howard M. Schnabel

Howard M. Schnabel

Sep 16, 2015

Howard M. Schnabel Howard M. Schnabel, 91, of Munroe Falls, passed away on Wednesday, September 16, 2015. He was born on October 15, 1923 in Cuyahoga Falls to Walter and Martha Schnabel. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters; and four brothers. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Betty; daughters, Lynn (James) Stearns and...

Clement C. Smith

Clement C. Smith

Sep 13, 2015

Clement Clarence Smith, a.k.a "Clem" or "Smitty", age 99 years, died peacefully at home from old age on September 13, 2015 just after tucking into bed. He was born at home on July 3, 1916, (although the doctor wrote July 2") in Akron, Ohio. As a boy, his parents bought a farm in Randolph, Ohio, where he spent his memorable...

Daniel L. Watkins

Daniel L. Watkins

Sep 13, 2015

Daniel L. Watkins Daniel L. Watkins, 48, of Akron, passed away unexpectedly on September 13, 2015. He was born in Akron on August 19, 1967 to the late Raymond and Mary Watkins. He was employed at Schwebel's Bakery for 26 years. In addition to his parents, Daniel was preceded in death by his sister, Mary Kathleen Watkins; and brother, Joseph...

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