Obituaries
Anton Reitz
Nov 15, 2014
Anton (Tony) Reitz Anton (Tony) Reitz passed away November 15, 2014. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ursula, and is survived by son, Anton W. (Tony) (Denise), and daughter, Rose Reitz (Dave Whetsel). Tony was born June 17, 1921, in Yugoslavia and lived in Germany before emigrating to Akron as a young man with his wife and son....
Judith Cozart
Nov 12, 2014
Judith Ann "Judy" Cozart (Cargill)Judy Cozart, 75, of Akron, devoted mom, grammy, and great grammy, went home to be with our Lord Savior on November 12, 2014. There she was reunited with her parents Gayle and Leona Cargill, brother, William "Sonny" Cargill (Rita), and her first born son, Douglas Cozart (Tonya). She was also preceded in death by her great...
Bryan Mobley
Nov 12, 2014
Bryan J. Mobley passed away on November 12, 2014 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his parents; Leonard and Joann. He is survived by his wife; Cynthia, son; Alexander, and brother; Timothy. In keeping with his wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no services. The family would like to thank Akron...
George Pischak
Nov 12, 2014
George Andrew Pischak, 89, of Brimfield, passed away at home surrounded by his family on Wednesday, November 12, 2014 and now has reunited with his wife June and The Lake Street Gang. George was born in Provident, Ohio on November 8, 1925 to the late Andrew and Catherine Pischak. He served as a Staff Sergeant in the U.S. Army from...
Jennifer L. Thomas
Nov 11, 2014
Jennifer L. "Jenny" Thomas, 56, went to be with the Lord on November 11, 2014, following a lengthy illness. Jenny loved music and played various instruments. Her family was her greatest love. Preceded in death by her father, G. Edwin Pollard; aunt and uncle, Judy and Dick Prud'homme. Survivors include the love of her life, Tom Ervine; children, Jessica (Michael...
Michael W. Rose
Nov 9, 2014
Michael W. "Butch" Rose, 62, passed away on November 9, 2014. Butch fought a valiant battle with crippling Arthritis for most of his life. Preceded in death by his parents, Samuel and Dorothy Rose. Survivors include sisters, Sharon Dill and Cheri Ellsworth; brother, Raymond "Skip" (Cherie); and many nieces and nephews. Special thanks to the staff at Akron General Medical...
Charles R. Jones Jr.
Nov 8, 2014
Charles R. Jones, Jr. Charles (Chuck) R. Jones, Jr., 51, departed this life on November 8, 2014 at his home in Akron. He was born in Flushing, NY on November 30, 1962 to the late Charles R. and Kathleen E. Jones. In addition to his parents, his wife, Amanda Marie Fowler-Jones preceded him in death on December 3, 2013. Chuck...
Winter Sky Shook
Nov 6, 2014
Winter Sky Shook Winter Sky Shook, 18, passed away November 6, 2014. Winter was born in Akron, Ohio on May 13, 1996. She is survived by her mother, Alecia King; father, Robert Shook; grandmother, Diane Barker; special friend, Aric; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Winter was a student at Garfield High School class of 2015. She will be...
Denver Lee Wagner
Nov 5, 2014
Denver Lee Wagner, 79, went home to be with his brothers, friends, and loved ones on November 5, 2014. He will be missed by his family, his wife of 58 years, Edna Edmond Wagner; son, Randy Wagner; daughters, Cheryl Wagner, Carol (Gary) Jordan, Connie (Don) Kreiner; grandchildren, Tony Wagner, Joshua and Tyler Jordan, Alexis and Amber Kreiner, and Becky and...
Wilda Channell
Nov 4, 2014
Wilda M Channell, 86, of Mentor, passed away November 4, 2014. Wilda was born in Akron, Ohio on December 4, 1927 to the late John and Agnes McKenzie. In addition to her parents, Wilda was preceded in death by her loving husband, Robert; brothers, Lewis (Red), Leo, and Harris McKenzie; sisters, Mary Huff, Norma Lee Cannon, and Theresa Wilkey. She...
Bonnie Sue Treesh
Nov 2, 2014
Bonnie Sue Treesh Bonnie Sue Treesh, 64, of Cuyahoga Falls, was called home by Jesus on November 2, 2014. She was born in Cumberland, Maryland on December 3, 1949 to the late Albert and Audrey Arnold. Bonnie was a longtime member of His Ministry in Aurora, Ohio, where she served as a Sunday School teacher for 35 years and as...
Helen C. Shields
Oct 31, 2014
Helen C. Shields Helen C. Shields, 72, passed away October 31, 2014. Helen was born in Akron on December 23, 1941. She loved spending time with her family, neighbors, and friends and could often be found playing bingo or taking trips to Mountaineer. She retired from Pioneer Plastics after over 20 years of service. She was preceded in death by...
Paul Wright Sr.
Oct 31, 2014
Paul S. Wright Sr. Mr.409 of Akron, passed away October 31, 2014. Paul was born in Mannington, WV. on July 31, 1939 to the late Thurman and Olive Wright. Paul was self employed for many years, owning Paul's Automotive, P&S Foundry and Powerhouse Racing Engines in Akron, Ohio. He was a member of the Church of God of Prophecy and...
Deborah Sue Thomas
Oct 31, 2014
Deborah Sue Thomas Deborah Sue Thomas, 65, of Tallmadge, passed away October 31, 2014 with her family by her side. Deborah was born in Akron on October 20, 1949. She will always be remembered for her vibrant personality. She was a loving mother, a devoted friend, and will be missed by all who knew her. Deborah was preceded in death...
David G. Decker
Oct 30, 2014
David G. Decker David G. Decker, age 71, reported off work for the last time on Thursday, October 30, 2014 at 11:35 p.m. He was the beloved husband of Beverly; father of Michael (Megan) and Stacy (Dan); brother of Delores (Loyal) and Ronald (Mickey). David was a proud grandpa of Jeffrey (Dessie), Nathan, Michael, Adelyn, Zachery, Samuel, Isabella, and Daniel,...
Roseann Jones
Oct 30, 2014
Roseann Clara Jones went to be with the Lord on October 30, 2014. Roseann was a first generation Hungarian born in the U.S.A in 1942 to Julianna and Louis Dabi. As a child, she was a folk dancer at the Hungarian American Club and was a member of Sacred Heart of Mary parish in Akron. Later she attended and graduated...
Bernice Chapman
Oct 29, 2014
Bernice Chapman, 92, of Akron, passed away October 29, 2014. Bernice was born in Deerfield, Ohio on December 18, 1921 to the late John and Margaret Haines. Bernice retired from O'Neils after 43 years from the downtown Akron store. In her younger years she enjoyed traveling, bowling, vacationing and spending time with the Sampson clan at family reunions. Her greatest...
Helen Argenio
Oct 28, 2014
Helen Farley David Argenio, 91, passed away on the morning of October 28, 2014.She was born in East Liverpool, Ohio to Nelson and Sarah Farley on September 27, 1923. Helen graduated from East Liverpool High School and later moved to Akron to work for Goodyear Aircraft. Becoming one of the famed "Rosey the Riveters", Helen working on the F4 Corsair...
Marie A. Mason
Oct 28, 2014
Marie A. Mason Marie A. Mason, 53, of Akron, passed away unexpectedly on October 28, 2014. She was born in Barberton on December 14, 1960 to the late William and Ellen Monk. Marie graduated from Springfield High School in 1980. She devoted her life to her family. In her free time, she loved to go antiquing and had a collection...
Lillian M. Barker
Oct 28, 2014
Lillian M. Barker Lillian M. Barker, age 82, of Ravenna, Ohio, passed away October 28, 2014. She was born in Belington, West Virginia on October 2, 1932 to the late Tressie and Offie Williams. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Junior E. Barker on January 18, 1977. She will be deeply missed by her son, Junior D....
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