Obituaries

Phyllis Stolnicki

Phyllis Stolnicki

Feb 7, 2015

Phyllis Jean StolnickiPhyllis Jean Stolnicki, nee McLaughlin Yensen, 76, went home to be with the Lord on February 7, 2015. She retired from Ron Marhofer Chevrolet in 2006. Phyllis enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She was also an avid bingo player. She led a fairly simple life and would do anything for anybody at any given time....

George A. Biecker

George A. Biecker

Feb 6, 2015

George A. Biecker, 83, went to be with the Lord on February 6, 2015. He was born in Ottawa, IL on September 14, 1931 to the late Frank and Marion Biecker. After graduating from Marquette University and serving two years in the Army, he moved to Akron with his wife, Kathleen. He worked at Goodyear Aerospace/Lockheed Martin for 30 years....

Sue Ann Hulgin

Sue Ann Hulgin

Feb 6, 2015

Sue Ann Hulgin, 67, of Barberton, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, February 6, 2015. Sue was born in Spencer, West Virginia on October 13, 1947 to the late Oral and Maxine Meadows. She was a lifetime member of Grace Baptist Church and led many people to the Lord. She served as director of the children ministry...

Michael Hugg

Michael Hugg

Feb 5, 2015

Michael "Mickey" Hugg, 64, of Akron, passed away Thursday, February 5, 2015. Michael was born in Akron, Ohio on June 1, 1950. Michael retired from Wolff Brothers Supply in May of 2014. In his free time, he enjoyed spending time with his family and going to the park fishing. Michael was preceded in death by his, father, Richard and Pauline...

Joyce Ann Johnson

Joyce Ann Johnson

Feb 4, 2015

On Feb. 4, 2015, Joyce Johnson drifted peacefully into the arms of our heavenly father after a courageous battle with cancer. She is preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Florence Reese; infant son Martin. She is survived by daughters, Judi, Lora (Neil), and Erin (Greg); grandchildren; Marvin, Leeann, Drue, Megan, Neil, Taylor, and numerous family and friends. Joyce...

Debra A.(Longfellow) Jackson

Debra A.(Longfellow) Jackson

Feb 4, 2015

Debra A. Jackson (Longfellow) Debra A. Jackson (Longfellow), 45, of Akron, passed away suddenly on February 4, 2015. She was born in San Fernando, California on November 16, 1969. Debra will always be remembered for her caring and generous nature. She was secure in her faith and loved reading the Bible. She loved flower gardening and writing music. She was...

Joseph H. Smith

Joseph H. Smith

Feb 4, 2015

Joseph H. Smith, 82, went home to be with the Lord on February 4, 2015. He was born, raised and a proud lifetime resident of Lakemore, OH. He served in the US Air Force for 4 years. Joseph retired from the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company after 44 years of service. He was a councilman in Lakemore for 2 terms....

Willie B. Hensley

Willie B. Hensley

Feb 1, 2015

Willie B. HensleyWillie B. Hensley passed away at Hospice of Robinson Memorial on February 1, 2015. He was born on June 5, 1927 in Livingston, Tennessee to the late Lee and Mae (Kennedy) Hensley. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Pauline (Waddell) in 2004; one grandson; and five brothers. He...

Connie Sue Ward

Connie Sue Ward

Feb 1, 2015

Connie Sue Ward went home to be with the Lord on February 1, 2015. She was born on June 20, 1954 to Charles and Edith Prater. Connie loved the Lord with all of her heart. She was a founding member of River of Life Church. She served on the praise team, and also served as a "mother" to many of...

Michael A. Sowers

Michael A. Sowers

Feb 1, 2015

Michael A. Sowers "Tubby", 63, passed away on February 1, 2015. He was born in Akron on February 27, 1951 to the late James and Isola Sowers. Michael retired from Tramonte Distribution and was a member of the Teamsters Union and the Masons. He loved all kinds of music, especially the Blues. Michael loved being around people and making them...

Edward Steinbacher

Edward Steinbacher

Jan 30, 2015

Edward T. Steinbacher "Buz", 70, of Navarre, Ohio passed away on Friday, January 30, 2015. In honoring Edward's wishes he will be cremated and there will be no services. A memorial dinner will be held in his honor on Friday, February 6, 2015 from 1pm to 4pm at Airport VFW Post #8975, 1649 Krumroy Rd, Akron, Ohio 44306. In lieu...

Juanita F. Walsh

Juanita F. Walsh

Jan 30, 2015

Juanita F. Walsh Juanita F. Walsh, 77, of Akron, passed away on January 30, 2015. She was born in Akron on May 14, 1937 to the late Neville and Mayme Coleman. Juanita loved socializing and had many dear friends throughout her life. In her free time, she enjoyed quilting, knitting, and shopping. In addition to her parents, Juanita was preceded...

Helen E. Alloway

Helen E. Alloway

Jan 30, 2015

Helen E. Alloway went home to be with the Lord on January 30, 2015. She was born on October 7, 1926 in Folsom, W.V. to parents Harvey and Bessie Hurst. She was a lifelong resident in the Akron area. Helen served as a Sunday School teacher for 35 years at Akron Baptist Temple and a current member of Millheim Baptist...

Alfred P. Ahart

Alfred P. Ahart

Jan 29, 2015

Alfred P. "Al" Ahart Al Ahart, 89, passed away January 29, 2015. Al was a graduate of Warren G. Harding High School in Warren, Ohio. A Navy veteran, Al served during World War II as a Petty Officer and a gunfire repairman. He graduated from Ohio University and became employed by Goodyear Aerospace/Loral/Lockheed Martin as a civil engineer, retiring after...

Linda E. Jones

Linda E. Jones

Jan 29, 2015

Linda E. Jones, 76, of Akron, passed away January 29, 2015. Linda was born in Akron, Ohio on January 25, 1939 to the late Fred and Margaret Elkins. Linda is survived by her husband of 52 years, Brian; daughter, Shannon (Christopher) Zehnal, and son, Aaron F Jones; grandsons, Ryan Hicks, and Nicholas Zehnal; sister, Nancy Bauman. In honoring Linda's wishes...

Cheryl L Quesenberry

Cheryl L Quesenberry

Jan 29, 2015

Cheryl L. Quesenberry, 57, went home to be with the Lord on January 29, 2015. She was a 1976 graduate of Coventry High School. Cheryl followed her career in banking for over 20 years. Her greatest joy was taking care of her grandchildren whom she loved dearly. She was preceded in death by father, Gerald Artymovich; and grandmother, Ollie McCracken....

Larry Heimberger

Larry Heimberger

Jan 28, 2015

Larry Heimberger Larry Heimberger, 82, of Akron, passed away on January 28, 2015. He was born in Akron on August 9, 1932 to the late Henry and Clara Heimberger. After high school, Larry worked at Goodyear Tire and Rubber before serving in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. After his service, Larry worked in the rubber industry before working...

David M. Wallis

David M. Wallis

Jan 27, 2015

David M. Wallis, 83, passed away on January 27, 2015. He was born on May 26, 1931 to Carrie and Glenn Wallis. David was a trivia buff on all movies, especially John Wayne and Marilyn Monroe. He was preceded in death by daughter, Debbie; son, David; and brother, Robert. He leaves six children, Carrie, Patty, Michael, Becky, Dodie, and Shirley...

Kenneth White

Kenneth White

Jan 26, 2015

Kenneth L White, 53, of Suffield, passed away Monday, January 26, 2015. Kenny was born in Akron, Ohio on July 22, 1961. Kenny loved his family, home and animals. He was preceded in death by his dad, Kenneth and mother-in-law, Nancy Cathel. He is survived by wife, Vicky; daughter, Heather (Andy) Hopp; granddaughters, Iliana and Aurora; mother, Wilma White; brother,...

Carl E. Jenkins, Sr.

Carl E. Jenkins, Sr.

Jan 26, 2015

Carl E. Jenkins, Sr., 71, passed on January 26, 2015. He was born on October 1, 1943, the fourth of seven children, to the late Ormond and Mary Jenkins. He began cutting meat at Andy's Market as a teenager and retired as a respected executive in the food service industry. Carl was past governor of the Moose Lodge 1082. He...

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