Obituaries
Theresa Darlene Jarvis
Jun 29, 2015
Theresa Darlene Jarvis Theresa Darlene Jarvis, 50, passed away on June 29, 2015. She was born in Akron on February 11, 1965. She graduated from Field High School and Maplewood Career Center. Theresa loved to help others and as a nurse she was able to give care to countless patients in their time of need. She loved riding her Harley...
Barbara Myers
Jun 28, 2015
Barbara (Barbie) Jean Myers, 29, passed away peacefully June 28, 2015. She was a lifelong resident of Akron, Ohio and graduated from Springfield High School in 2004. Barbie was a lover of life, and she put a smile on the face of all she came in contact with. She is survived by her father John Arthur Myers, mother Sharon Heather...
Marian Rounds
Jun 28, 2015
On Sunday, June 28, 2015 after a short battle with cancer, Marian Ann Rounds passed away. She was born October 28, 1952 in Charleston, South Carolina to the late Frank and Annie DiggersMarian was known to many as Mamma Rounds because she cared for everyone she met as one of her own children. Always ready with a kind word, good...
Roger Thomas
Jun 27, 2015
Roger Lee Thomas, 51, passed away on June 27, 2015. He is survived by his wife Charlotte (Cris) Reynolds-Thomas; daughters Melissa Zwisler, Ashley Thomas, Amanda Thomas, Ali Thomas-Greer; grandchildren Addison Greer, Dyvonne Fillway Jr (DJ); father William (Ray) Thomas; siblings William (Bill) Thomas, Jerry Thomas, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceeded in death by his mother Bevagene Thomas;...
John H. Phelps
Jun 27, 2015
John Herman Phelps, 78, of Tallmadge, passed away suddenly, Saturday, June 27, 2015. John was born in Thomas, West Virginia on October 18, 1936 to the late Herman and Evangeline Phelps. John retired from Crawford Letter Company. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Akron for 46 years and Cypress Lake Presbyterian Church in Florida. John loved spending...
Daniel Hartung
Jun 25, 2015
Daniel F. Hartung AKRON - Daniel F. Hartung, age 71, passed away on June 25, 2015 at home with his loving wife Sandy by his side and his beloved cat Cody. Born in Akron, Ohio, Dan worked for Akron Insulation and retired from Metro Regional Transit Authority in 2011 where he drove a bus. Dan graduated from Field High School...
Steven R. Lindsey
Jun 25, 2015
Steven R. Lindsey, 41, of Stow, passed away Thursday, June 25, 2015. Steven was born in Akron, Ohio on September 19, 1973. In his free time, he enjoyed NASCAR and fishing. Steven is survived by mother, Patti L (John) Styles; father, Stephen R. (Darla) Lindsey; sons, Steven R. Lindsey, Jr. and Dru R. Lindsey; brothers, Don Lindsey, William (Gretchen) Lindsey,...
Eileen R. Mccumbers
Jun 25, 2015
Eileen Ruth McCumbers (nee Oborne) Eileen Ruth McCumbers, 69, passed away on June 25, 2015. She was born in Akron on January 9, 1946 to the late Albert and Ruth Oborne. Eileen loved the Lord and shared her faith freely with others. She was an active member of Eastern Road Church of God. where she often volunteered in the kitchen....
Carl Thompson
Jun 24, 2015
Carl Thompson, 58, of Akron, passed away on June 24, 2015, unexpectedly.Private services have been held by immediate family.Memorial will be held at a future date. He was born on November 19, 1956, to Betty Ann Bowen.On March 25, 1978, he married the love of his life, Becky, where they lived in Akron, Ohio.He was a dedicated worker of ACME...
Glenn B. Abbott
Jun 23, 2015
Glenn B. AbbottGlenn B. Abbott 43, went home to be with the Lord early Tuesday morning June 23, 2015 after the most incredible, strong-willed fight against pancreatic cancer. He will be remembered as the strong, family oriented, well respected, energetic, and comical joking man who will be deeply missed as a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle and friend....
Ola W.(Jean) Christner
Jun 23, 2015
Ola W. (Jean) Christner,78, of Tallmadge, passed away Tuesday, June 23, 2015. Jean was born in Grantsville, West Virginia on February 6, 1937 to the late William and Virgie Yoak. Jean retired from John Mogen Real Estate after several years of service. In her free time, she enjoyed flower gardening, crossword puzzles and spending time with family. In addition to...
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...
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