Obituaries
Wayne K. Jordan
Feb 12, 2016
Wayne K. Jordan, 63, passed away suddenly on Friday, February 12, 2016. Wayne was born in Akron, grew up in Cuyahoga Falls, and later resided in Green, Ohio. He worked at JRB, Inc. for over 20 years. Wayne is survived by his beloved wife of 21 years, Elizabeth; daughter, Kim (Bo) Hedgepeth; son, Jeff (Stephanie) Jordan; and stepsons, Brian Stanley...
Ryan Phelps
Feb 11, 2016
Ryan Patrick Phelps, 30 years young, departed this life on Thursday, Feb. 11, 2016 due to a heroin overdose. The light of an intelligent and inquisitive spirit was extinguished from us by a senseless drug. Ryan was born in Akron, Ohio on July 26, 1985 to parents Donald and Kathryn Phelps. He was a graduate of East High school and...
Jason James Seffern
Feb 11, 2016
Jason James Seffern, 45, passed away suddenly on February 11, 2016. He was born in San Gabriel, California on August 31, 1970. Jason was a 1988 graduate of Green High School and worked as an IT Administrator. He was a gifted musician and played the drums for several local bands. He also enjoyed softball, golf, four wheeling, and dirt bikes....
Charles K. Pope
Feb 10, 2016
Charles K. PopeCharles Pope, 74, of North Canton passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2016, after a long illness, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Akron, OH he was a lifelong resident of the area and graduate of Springfield High School. After graduation he proudly served in the Marine Corps Reserves. After retiring from Merrill Lynch in 2006 he enjoyed...
Kenneth Diceglio
Feb 10, 2016
Kenneth J. DiCeglio, 66, of Newton Falls, passed away in the comfort of his home on February 10, 2016. He was the owner/operator of Ken's TV and Electronics in Tallmadge, Ohio, and a Vietnam veteran, having served in the Army.He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Laurie DiCeglio; parents, Orlando and Delores DiCeglio; brother, Thomas (Angel) DiCeglio; mother-in-law,...
Azel Jordan
Feb 10, 2016
Azel "Caroline" JordanAzel "Caroline" Jordan 78, went home to be with the Lord on February 10, 2016. She was born in Fairmont, WV on July 25, 1937 to the late Dewey and Juanita Satterfield. Caroline graduated from Fairmont East High School, class of 1955. Later in life she went through the Barberton School of Commerce. She worked for General Tire...
Wilbur Hardy
Feb 9, 2016
Wilbur L. "Bud" Hardy, 85, went to be with the Lord on February 9, 2016. He was born in Dunbar, PA to the late Amzi and Henrietta Hardy. Bud was an avid hunter and loved to spend time with his family. Bud proudly served his country in the Korean conflict as a Navy man. Bud was preceded in death by...
Lavinna Tingler
Feb 8, 2016
Lavinna L. Tingler, 79, a resident of Suffolk, VA, passed away on Monday, February 8, 2016. A private graveside service is to be held for family in Akron, OH on Friday, February 12, 2016.
Margaret Devaul
Feb 8, 2016
Margaret L. DeVaul, 86, joined her husband Homer and daughter Patti on February 8, 2016. She was born in McKinleyville, WV on January 26, 1930 to the late Joseph and Stella Marcinek. She is survived by her children Randy (Sandy) DeVaul, Joy (Chuck) Mick, and Janet (Richard) Buntain; grandchildren, Christopher DeVaul, Brandon and Alexi Mick, Justin, Jordan and Ryan Buntain;...
Margene Decsi
Feb 8, 2016
Margene A. Decsi , 74, passed away Monday, February 8, 2016 at her residence with her loving family by her side. Margene was born on January 27, 1942 and graduated from Garfield High School in Akron. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and family, especially during the holidays. A devoted wife of 51 years, mother, and grandmother, she will...
Dorothy Laughlin
Feb 8, 2016
Dorothy Laughlin, 97, passed away February 8, 2016. Born in Sharon Center, Ohio, she was an Akron resident most of her life. One of 11 children, she grew up on the family farm before moving to Akron in 1939. Dorothy attended Akron Beauty School and worked as a hair stylist at Polsky's and Pioneer Beauty Shop. She was employed at...
Nicole Tackett
Feb 6, 2016
Nicole Renee Tackett (Batchelder) 41, of Akron, Ohio passed away in the comfort of her home on February 6, 2016. She was born February 23, 1974 in Portsmouth, VA. She married on July 22, 2001 to Keith Tackett, the love of her life and soulmate. She was the backbone of her family, the rock, the glue that held it all...
Mary Louise Gerhart
Feb 6, 2016
Mary L. Gerhart, 76, of Akron, passed away February 6, 2016. Mary was born in Akron, Ohio on April 30, 1939 to the late Robert and Dorothy Evans. Mary had previously worked at Pip Printing for many years.In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her loving husband, Larry; and children, Robert Boyle, Kenneth Boyle, Donald Boyle,...
David Anthony Demastus
Feb 5, 2016
David Anthony DemastusDavid Anthony Demastus, 65, went home to be with the Lord on February 5, 2016. He was born in Akron, OH. He leaves behind his children, Brian and Janelle; sisters, Marianne (Michael) Reder and Nancy (Fred) Kavulla; niece, Amy (John); nephews, Jon (Jena) and Rick (Linda); great-nephew, Justin; many friends from his church, The Chapel; and his good...
Edith Sullivan
Feb 4, 2016
Edith J. Sullivan (Munteanu)Edith J. Sullivan (Munteanu), 83, passed away on February 4, 2016. In her early years she built AMI juke boxes in Michigan. During her many years working at Goodyear Aerospace and Loral, she built circuit boards for the Goodyear Blimp Akron. Edith enjoyed volunteering at Camp Manatoc (BSA) where she earned the nickname "Outlaw". She was a...
Robert Haller
Feb 3, 2016
R. Michael HallerRobert Michael Haller passed away peacefully at home with his family on February 3, 2016. He was born in Elkins, WV to the late Robert and Frances Haller. Michael was a landscaper by trade; he could fix anything. He was an avid Browns fan and enjoyed his visits to the cabin. He was a friend to all and...
Mary Ann Hawk
Feb 2, 2016
Mary Ann Hawk, 81, passed away on Tuesday, February 2, 2016. Mary Ann was born on December 16,1934 in Akron, Ohio to Jay and Terry Curtis. What can we say about mom? Never short for words always speaking before thinking she had NO Filter! Mom never met a dog she didn't love. She fed stray dogs and non-stray dogs alike....
Patricia Ann Pry (Doane)
Feb 1, 2016
Patricia Ann Pry, 56, of Akron, passed away on February 1, 2016. She was born in Akron on June 25, 1959. Patricia loved her family and devoted herself to her children and grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father, Billy Doane and brother, Billy Joe Doane. She will be deeply missed by her children, Christina (Jeremy) Simmons and...
William E. Thompson
Feb 1, 2016
William Edmund Thompson of Tallmadge Ohio, shed his earthlybonds on February 1, 2016. Born in Philippi WV on December 19, 1924, he was the son of James Otis and Iris Goldie Daugherty-Thompson. William left Philippi in 1945 to begin a 35 year career at The FirestoneTire and Rubber Company, in Akron Ohio as a tire builder for passenger and racing...
Garry Cumberlidge
Feb 1, 2016
Garry L. Cumberlidge, 71, passed away unexpectedly on February 1, 2016. He is survived by his wife of 48 years Shirley; son Eric (Connie) Cumberlidge; the girls Snickers and Sissy; and other relatives and friends. Per Garry's wishes, cremation has taken place.
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