Obituaries
Howard W Krager
Nov 26, 2015
Howard W. Krager, 91, passed away on Thursday, November 26, 2015. Howard was born on October 26, 1924 in Akron,Ohio. Howard was a WWII Navy Veteran, Lifetime Member of Mogadore V.F.W. Post 8487. Lifetime Member of Mogadore Moose Lodge 1082. He retired from Teledyne Monarch Rubber Company in 1988.Howard was a loving and caring husband, father and grandfather. He was...
Marian L. Raber
Nov 26, 2015
Marian L. Raber Marian L. Raber, 92, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on November 26, 2015. She was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Violet Hess; husband, Earl Raber; and sister, Betty Bish. She will be deeply missed by her sons, William (Marilyn), Denny (Debbie), and Gary Raber; grandsons, Brian Raber and Evan (Amber) Raber; great-grandchildren, Matilda, Marelta,...
Bernard Hetrick
Nov 25, 2015
Bernard Thomas Hetrick Tom Hetrick, 67, passed away on Wednesday, November 25, 2015 in Akron, Ohio. Tom was born on November 23, 1948 in Meyersdale, Pennsylvania. Tom owned and operated Barberton Pump and Well Service. Tom was a avid Nascar fan and loved playing cards with his Sunday night buddies. He attended church at Akron Baptist Temple. He is preceded...
J.C. Margerson
Nov 24, 2015
J.C. Margerson J.C. Margerson, 89, went to sleep and woke up in Heaven on November 24, 2015. He was born and raised in Sparta, Tennesse and moved to Akron, Ohio in 1951. J.C. Worked for Brown and Graves for 8 years and the City of Akron for 18 years. J.C. was preceded in death by his parents, Lillie and T.J....
Rita Mae Mccort Mariola
Nov 23, 2015
Rita Mae McCort MariolaThe Sacred Heart peacefully called Rita home on Monday, November 23, 2015, surrounded by her family. She was born on March 10, 1929 in Akron, OH where she lived until moving to Tallmadge in 1973. She is being reunited in Heaven with her mother, father, five sisters and four brothers. Rita is survived by her loving husband...
Susan R. Watters
Nov 21, 2015
Susan R. WattersSusan R. Watters, 69, of Akron, OH passed away peacefully Nov. 21 at home, surrounded by loving family. She was preceded in death by husband, Junior Douglas Watters; father, Harry Gowin; mother, Jeanne Gowin (nee-Lee); step-father, Ted McFarren; and brother, David Gowin. She is survived by brothers, Keith McFarren (Linda) and Kevin McFarren (Terri); sons, Jimmy Watters (Lila)...
Leonard G. Gwinn
Nov 21, 2015
Leonard G. Gwinn Leonard G. Gwinn, 87, of Copley, passed away on November 21, 2015. He was born in Charleston, West Virginia on June 17, 1928. Leonard proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was preceded in death by his wife, Florence and granddaughter, Rebekah Crawford. Leonard will be dearly missed by his children, Nancy (Jim)...
Adam C. Buckner
Nov 20, 2015
Adam Cameron BucknerAdam Cameron Buckner, a title manager and life-long resident of Akron, OH, died unexpectedly on November 20, 2015 at the age of 38 while at home. Adam is survived by his parent, David Buckner; his brother and sister-in-law, John and Angie Buckner and niece, Chelsea Buckner; his partner, Michael C. Edwards and daughter, Kyra; aunt and uncle, Phil...
Tammy Bennett
Nov 19, 2015
Tammy Lynn BennettAfter nearly 40 years of pain and suffering Tammy lost her battle with addiction on November 19th at age 52. There was so much more to Tammy than her struggles. She was a kind, generous and spiritual soul who was loved by all who knew her. Tammy had an incredible sense of humor and infectious laugh. She deeply...
Richard A. Smith
Nov 18, 2015
Richard A. Smith, 63, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, November 18, 2015 in Kent, Ohio. Rick was born on March 5, 1952 in Akron, Ohio to Richard L. Smith and Donna I. Smith. Rick was an accomplished upholsterer having over 40 years in the business. Rick is preceded in death by his father Richard L. Smith.He is survived...
Ron Brainard
Nov 18, 2015
Ron P. BrainardRon P. Brainard 67, passed away on November 18, 2015 after a long battle with cancer. He was born in Akron, and was a current resident of Rootstown, OH. Ron graduated from Tallmadge High School. He was an Ohio State Buckeye fan and enjoyed spending time with his family. He retired from Corporate Consulting Service in Akron. Ron...
Violet G. Wendell
Nov 15, 2015
Violet Gertrue WendellViolet Gertrue Wendell, 87, passed away on November 15, 2015. She was born in the hills of Tennessee in 1927 to the late Paul and Adell Dixon. Violet was a fiercely independent woman who loved flea markets, yard sales, and collecting antiques. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Wendell. She is survived by her daughters,...
A. Penny Suso
Nov 14, 2015
A. Penny Suso A. Penny Suso, 87, passed away on November 14, 2015. Penny was a big Ohio State fan, having attended 51 consecutive home openers. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Edward Suso Jr. and brother, Elden Baldwin. Survivors include son, Edward III (Tammy), daughter, Cynthia; grandchildren, Chris Sipes, Dr. Katie Sneed, Kelly Green, and Kevin...
Patricia L. Sharpless
Nov 14, 2015
Patricia Sharpless, 88, passed away on Saturday, November 14, 2015. Patricia is preceded in death by her husband, Ray Sharpless; daughter, Bonnie Ames and grandson Dustin Ames.She is survived by her children,Paula (Billy) Troegner, Mary (Bill) Reed, brothers,Dan Gourley; Dick (Loretta) Gourley; grandchildren; Chris Marciano, Bobby (Angie) Baker, Patrick (Jennifer) Cumberlidge, Brittney Long; 7 great grandchildren and many nieces and...
Harwood E. Ashley Jr.
Nov 13, 2015
Harwood E. "Sonny" Ashley, Jr. Sonny Ashley, 88, of Stow, passed away on November 13, 2015. He was born in Canton, OH on October 17, 1927 to the late Harwood and Bessie Ashley Sr. Sonny proudly served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and retired from Ford Motor Company Walton Hills after 32 years of service. He loved...
Ann F. Angles
Nov 13, 2015
Ann F. Angles (Kanatzar) Ann F. Angles, 75, of Akron, passed away on November 13, 2015. She was born in Richmond, Kentucky on November 28, 1939. Ann devoted herself to raising her family. She persevered throughout her illness and always spoke her mind. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Ann was preceded in death by her...
Robert Glenn Wright
Nov 13, 2015
Robert Glenn Wright Robert Glenn Wright, 94, of Suffield, passed away on November 13, 2015. He was born on September 26, 1921 in Martha, Tennessee to the late Fred and Margaret Wright. Glenn earned a Purple Heart during his service in the U.S. Army during World War II. He will always be remembered as an honorable and humble man. In...
Karole Lee Shaffer
Nov 12, 2015
Karole Lee Shaffer Karole Shaffer, beloved mother, sister, grandmother and friend has been reunited with her husband, Clifton Shaffer, and parents Claude and Kathryn Shank. Her graceful struggle against cancer complete, she has surpassed all challenges, going home to be with the Lord. A native of Akron, Karole was born June 13, 1941. She attended East High School and worked...
Margaret Holloway
Nov 11, 2015
Margaret Marie HollowayMargaret Marie Holloway, 83, went home to be with the Lord after a long and courageous battle with cancer on November 11, 2015. She was born in Wise County, VA to the late Wiley and Georgia Hall. Marie came to Akron with her husband James in 1956 to make a better life for her family. She was a...
David Jamison
Nov 10, 2015
David JamisonDavid Jamison, 71, went home to be with the Lord on November 10, 2015. He was born on May 8, 1944 in Montclair, NJ. David was a Vietnam Veteran in the US Navy from 1963-1966. He was a beloved father, grandfather, husband and brother who adored his family. David enjoyed listening to music and painting ceramics. He was an...
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