Obituaries
John C. Morrison
Aug 17, 2015
John Clayton Morrison John Clayton Morrison, 73, of Akron, passed away on August 17, 2015. He was born in Youngstown on November 20, 1941 to the late Joseph and Virginia Morrison. John proudly served in the U.S. Air Force and later retired from Hoovestol Trucking. In his free time, he loved piloting airplanes and helicopters. He also enjoyed riding motorcycles....
Jesse Dobbins
Aug 16, 2015
Jesse M. Dobbins, 25, passed away suddenly on August 16, 2015. He is now in heaven with his sister Carrie. He was born in Akron, OH to Martin and Julie Dobbins. He loved the outdoors, spending time with his family, swimming, fishing, listening to music, he loved all animals. Jesse had a special relationship with his sister Amanda. Jesse is...
Carl Bennett Sarver, Jr.
Aug 13, 2015
Carl Bennett "Ben" Sarver, Jr. Carl "Ben" Sarver, Jr. of Lakeland FL, formerly from Akron, OH passed away Thursday, August 13, 2015, at Lakeland Regional Medical Center, Lakeland, FL with his loved ones at his side. Ben was a kind and gentle man with many gifts and talents. He dearly loved his family, his friends, and will be remembered for...
Betty Jean Jeffers
Aug 13, 2015
Betty Jean "Van Norstran" JeffersBorn on February 9, 1946- passed away on August 13, 2015 surrounded by loving family. She is survived by her children, Troy (Kim) Jeffers, Segal "Jeff" Jeffers, Teresa (Dale) Carder, Gail (Curtis) Robinson, and Glenn (Christina) Jeffers; 6 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren; brothers, Jerry (Sue) Van Norstran, Gary (Nina) Van Norstran; and sister, Delores Greer. She...
Deborah Huth
Aug 13, 2015
Deborah (Deb) HuthDeborah (Deb) Huth passed away on August 13, 2015. She was born on April 21, 1952 to the late Robert and Eunice (Blevins) Burchett. She enjoyed photography, and spending time with her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her brother, Robert Burchett. Deb is survived by her husband, Marty; daughters, Angela (Steve) Hoff and Elisa (Tony) Rockich;...
Mark Miller
Aug 11, 2015
Mark A. Miller,age 61, passed away August 11, 2015 after a long illness. Mark was born in Akron. He was an avid fisherman. For a time he lived in Florida and framed swimming pools. One was for Shirley Temple and other notables.After returning to Akron he spent many happy days with his friends at Clay's Park. Mark's dog, Missy, held...
Joseph A. Adamo
Aug 11, 2015
Joseph A. AdamoJoseph A. Adamo, 78, went home to be with the Lord on August 11, 2015 where he was reunited with his son Jim, his mother Mary, his father Nick, brother Paul, and many more that went before him. Joe was born on February 8, 1937 and retired from Babcock and Wilcox in 1997. Joe's greatest joy was when...
Edward Jay Reynolds
Aug 10, 2015
Edward Jay Reynolds "Eddie" Eddie, 59, of Intercession City, Florida, passed away August 10, 2015. He was born in Akron on August 10, 1956 to Ralph and Anna Reynolds. He graduated in 1975 from Springfield High School. Eddie will always be remembered for his generous spirit. He never met a stranger and was willing to help anyone in need. From...
Lucille E. Newman
Aug 10, 2015
Lucille E. Newman Lucille E. Newman, 96, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2015 at Mapleshire Nursing Home in Morgantown, West Virginia with her family beside her. She was born March 14, 1919 in Sutherland, Kingwood, West Virginia. She was the daughter of the late Burley and Anna Trickett. Lucille enjoyed cooking, playing bingo, and the lottery. She also enjoyed...
Thomas Cullen, Jr.
Aug 9, 2015
Thomas William Cullen, Jr. AKA "Little Debbie,"Thomas William Cullen, Jr. 67, passed away on August 9, 2015. He was in the bread and cake sales industry for over 45 years. He served in the US Air Force, and he belonged to The Army Navy Club Garrison 102. He enjoyed music, cooking, grilling and hanging with his friends. He loved pizza!...
B. Keith Hershman
Aug 9, 2015
B. Keith Hershman "Mud-Dobber" passed away August 9, 2015 at home with his family and loving wife Betty of 54 years by his side. He was quite a character and will be missed by all of those who knew him. A gathering for family and friends will be held Saturday, August 15th from 2 p.m. till 6 p.m. at his...
Donald R. Wassam
Aug 9, 2015
Donald R. Wassam Donald R. Wassam, 71, of Lousiville, OH, passed away at his home on August 9, 2015. He was born in Tallmadge, OH to the late Leonard and Effie Wassam. Donald retired from Consolidated Freightways after over 20 years of service. A true outdoorsman, Donald could often be found hunting and fishing in his free time. In addition...
Karen Black Kirkland
Aug 8, 2015
Karen Black Kirkland Karen Black Kirkland, beloved mother, daughter, and sister, passed away Saturday, August 8, 2015, unexpectedly at the age of 46. She was preceded in death by her father, Glen Black. She is survived by her daughters, Stephanie Dean (Josh), Julie Moon and her son, Steven Moon; her mother and stepfather, Ann and John Beal; her twin sister,...
Bernard Burkett
Aug 7, 2015
Bernie was born in Bedford, Pa on 7-15-1952. He worked all of his life and was an active union officer since 1983; and was the longest union president of the TWU Local 1. He retired from Metro RTA in 2011. He spent the last four years enjoying his grandchildren and family. His beloved wife Veronica (Ms. V) was his world....
Ralph Edwin Pardee
Aug 6, 2015
Ralph Edwin Pardee Ralph Edwin Pardee, 77, of Uniontown, passed away on August 6, 2015. He was born in Akron on July 12, 1938 to the late Arthur and Corinda Pardee. Ralph served in the U.S. Navy. He had a long, successful career as a school teacher, retiring from Akron Public Schools. Over the years, he coached many sports teams...
Gary Allen Queen
Aug 6, 2015
Gary Allen QueenA much-loved husband, father, brother, and grandfather, Gary Allen Queen, 68, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Thursday August 6, 2015 surrounded by his family in Akron, Ohio. He was born in Clarksburg, West Virginia on October 20, 1946 to his loving parents Helen E. Ferguson and Clinton A. Queen. Growing up in Clarksburg, West...
Marilyn Heltzel
Aug 5, 2015
Marilyn Heltzel Marilyn Thorne Heltzel, 80, of Green, died August 5, 2015. She was born October 4, 1934 to Minor and Ethel Thorne. Marilyn graduated from Akron East High School and Akron University. She was a teacher at South and East High Schools. She was preceded in death by parents; infant sister; and husband, Richard Heltzel. She is survived by...
Evelyn R. Kaess
Aug 4, 2015
Evelyn R. Kaess Evelyn R. Kaess, 92, passed away on August 4, 2015. She was born in Akron on February 23, 1923 to the late Sherman and Ruth McLeland. Evelyn retired from a long career in bookkeeping and accounting. She was the oldest living member of Eastwood Church of the Brethren. Evelyn was a wonderful baker and her delicious cookies...
David S. Minear
Aug 4, 2015
David S. (Lauro) MinearDavid S. (Lauro) Minear 47, went to the hunting grounds in the sky on August 4, 2015. He was a lifelong resident of the Akron area. Everyone he met loved him. He never met a stranger. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family and friends. David was an excellent husband, father, son, brother and...
Larry Montgomery
Aug 3, 2015
Larry W Montgomery, 62, of Massillon, passed away on August 3, 2015 at Hanover Healthcare under the care of Aultman Hospice care. He was born on March 3, 1953, Cleveland, Ohio to John (Gladys) Montgomery. On October 26, 2002, Larry married Jill Montgomery, Larry's "Buttercup". Larry was a proud veteran in the U.S Army during the Vietnam era 1970- 1972....
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