Obituaries
Maryjane Grigg
Dec 17, 2014
MaryJane Grigg left this world to enter a better home on December 17, 2014 with her family by her side and in the arms of her daughter. She was a faithful member of Grace Cathedral for over 40 years. She was preceded in death by her parents, Sylvia May and Estell Huddleston. MaryJane leaves to cherish her memory, husband of...
Robert Dimeff
Dec 16, 2014
Robert C. "Boris" Dimeff, 81, passed away December 16, 2014. He was born in Akron, OH on June 25, 1933 to the late Christ and Mary Dimeff. He worked for Admiral Equipment and Akron City Parks and Recreation. Boris was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, chaplain of the American Legion Post 449, member of the V.F.W. and an...
Frances M. Angeloff
Dec 15, 2014
Frances M. Angeloff Frances M. Angeloff, 78, of Akron, passed away December 15, 2014. She is now in Heaven with the angels. She was born on June 27, 1936 to the late Frank and Sophie (nee Toma) Kot. Frances will be deeply missed by her husband of 58 years, George Angeloff. She also leaves her children, Michelle Angeloff, Michael Angeloff...
Wilma B. Goodwin
Dec 15, 2014
Wilma B. Goodwin Wilma B. Goodwin, 84, went to be with her Lord on December 15, 2014. She was born in Elgin, Texas on September 14, 1930 to the late Ed and Florence Gunn. Wilma was a devoted Christian and active in her church throughout her life. Most recently, she attended Maranatha Bible Church. Wilma's encouragement was instrumental in the...
Ramona Lamb
Dec 15, 2014
Ramona Jean Lamb went home to be with the Lord on December 15, 2014. She retired from Jennings Heating as a secretary and truly enjoyed serving as a life coach to her family and friends. Ramona loved shopping with her loved ones, antiquing, and flea marketing. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 42 years, Ray Lamb....
Dawn Sutherland
Dec 13, 2014
Dawn SutherlandDawn Sutherland, 37, passed away Dec. 13, 2014. She is survived by daughter, Czarina; parents, Ed and Judy; sister, Tiffany; boyfriend, Jayson; and the Howland family. Memorial visitation will be at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron on Sat., Dec 20, from 12-2 p.m. concluding with a service at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, a donation...
Samuel Greer
Dec 13, 2014
Samuel L. Greer, 75, of Akron, Ohio passed away on Saturday, December 13, 2014. He was born on May 1, 1939 in Shreveport, LA. to the late Samuel and Willie Greer. He proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps. Samuel loved to watch football and was a huge Ohio State Fan. In addition to his parents he is preceded in...
Sally N. Olds
Dec 13, 2014
Sally N. Olds, 76, went to be with the Lord on December 13, 2014. She has been serving the Lord since she was 4 years old and was a member of the Pentecostal movement. Sally loved gardening, collecting antique dolls. She retired from Ohio Edison in the line department. Preceded in death by her parents, Todd and Thelma; sister, Judy;...
Erma Jene Murphy (Nee Dunnington)
Dec 12, 2014
Erma Jene Murphy (nee Dunnington), 82, passed away on December 12, 2014. Preceded in death by her parents, Lloyd and Flossie; sister, Margie; brother, Frankie; and husband, Harry King. Survivors include sons, John (Cindy) Balnis, Craig and Mark Balnis; daughters, Debra (Glen) Harris, Gail (Bill) Donahue, Tammy (Dexter) King, Candi (Bob) Malcolm, and Sandi (Joel) Beard; grandchildren, Shannon, Mary, Jeremy,...
John Spencer
Dec 12, 2014
John Edward Spencer, 53, passed away unexpectedly on December 12, 2014. John was a loving husband, father and Papa who enjoyed golf, spending time with his grandchildren and game night with the family.John was preceded in death by father, Joseph Spencer; mother, Beatrice Spencer (nee Henthorn). Survived by his devoted wife, Linda Spencer (nee Brett); brothers, Joe Spencer (Sherry) and...
Earl L. Gordon
Dec 12, 2014
Earl L. Gordon, 79, went to be with the Lord on December 12, 2014. Earl was born in Wayne, Mississippi to the late Julius and Viola Gordon. He served with the US Navy and retired from White Rubber Co. Earl was a member of American Legion Post #674 and enjoyed hunting, fishing, CB radios, football, and watching sports on TV....
Gregory Burkey
Dec 11, 2014
Greg Burkey passed away Thursday, December 11, 2014 from liver cancer. Greg was born November 5, 1962 in Youngstown. He grew up in Stow, Ohio. His fondest childhood memories were with his brothers, cousins, aunts and uncles and his Doberman Dogs. He loved animals and animals innately loved and trusted him. He made his living as a welder. His pastimes...
Raymond Baxter Sr
Dec 11, 2014
Raymond Charles Baxter Sr, 67, went home to be with his son, Raymond Charles Baxter Jr. on Thursday, December 11, 2014. Raymond is survived by his step-mother, Trudy Baxter; his children, Tracie Baxter, Christina (Jeremy) Morrill, Michele Rodgers, and Renee (Gus) Fortseras; daughter-in-law, Mary Herron; brother, David (Shelly) Baxter; sister, Patricia (Manny) Amado; 19 grandchildren and one great grandchild. Family...
Kim Krista Kramer Moss
Dec 11, 2014
Kim Krista Kramer Moss Kim Krista Kramer Moss went home to be with God in the comfort of her family on December 11, 2014. She fought so hard for so long, right up until her final breath. Those of you who knew her, knew how strong she was and how much she meant to so many people. She was our...
Robert L. Liggett
Dec 10, 2014
Robert L. Liggett, 75, passed away on December 10, 2014. Bob was born February 24, 1939 in Akron Ohio to the late Thelma Kazlowsky (nee Mishler). Bob was a graduate of the Michigan School of Business and retired from First Merit Bank as a Senior Vice President. Bob was a United States Veteran of the United States Navy and served...
Ronald R. Lamb
Dec 10, 2014
Ronald R. Lamb, 96, went to be with the Lord on December 10, 2014. Ron served with the Naval Air Corps in WWII. He was a member of the Joppa Lodge for over 70 years and a member of The Chapel. Ron retired from Goodyear after 41 years of service. He was also a member of their 25 Year Club....
Kenneth J. Bergdorf
Dec 10, 2014
Kenneth J. Bergdorf "Butch" 61, went home to be with the Lord on December 10, 2014. Born in Akron, he graduated from Garfield High School. Ken retired from the City of Akron Water Department with 31 years of service. He was also employed at Avis/Budget Car Rental for 17 years until the failing of his health. Ken loved NASCAR, was...
Gregory Genemilton Stoker
Dec 9, 2014
Gregory Gene Milton Stoker, 22, passed away unexpectedly at home on December 9, 2014. Gregory loved baseball and being outdoors. He was an avid St. Louis Rams fan. Greg loved being around people and making them laugh. Gregory was preceded in death by grandmother; Marsha. He is survived by his newborn daughter; Ryliee Carmella Stoker, loving mother; Brenda Holcomb, brother;...
Donald Rinehart
Dec 9, 2014
Donald Edward Rinehart went home to be with his Lord on December 9, 2014. He was born July 15, 1924 to the Lewis and Reah Lenore (Parker) Rinehart, in Canfield, Ohio and raised in Camelsport and Mantua, Ohio. The family moved to East Akron in his teen years and he attended East High School, until he left school to join...
Joseph Gallo
Dec 9, 2014
Joseph Gallo, 83, of, of Akron Ohio went to rest in the arms of Jesus December 9, 2014. Joseph was born in Akron, Ohio on January 8, 1931. Joseph retired from Goodyear after 42 years of service. He volunteered at the Haven of Rest. In his free time, he enjoyed motor cycles and camping with his family. He is survived...
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