Obituaries

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...

Tracey Lynn Sundbury

Tracey Lynn Sundbury

Jan 25, 2015

Tracey Lynn Sundbury Tracey, 42, went to be with the Lord on January 25, 2015 after a courageous battle with leukemia. She was born in Massillon, OH on October 29, 1972 and graduated from GlenOak High School in 1991 in Canton. While at GlenOak, Tracey was involved in drama and the band. She played the saxophone and performed at Carnegie...

Danny Davis

Danny Davis

Jan 24, 2015

Danny Davis went home to be with the Lord on January 24, 2015. He was born on October 31, 1947. He was a member of AA with 24 years of sobriety where he touched so many lives. He cherished spending time with his family and friends. Danny was lucky to be the recipient of a liver transplant. His lifelong wish...

Walter R. Kaufman

Walter R. Kaufman

Jan 24, 2015

Walter R. Kaufman Retired Brimfield Fire Chief Walter R. Kaufman, 91, died Saturday, January 24, 2015. Walt was born in Brimfield, where he lived his entire life. He served as a Brimfield Volunteer Firefighter for 42 years, the last 12 as the Brimfield Fire Chief. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Walt was preceded in...

Jeffrey Jones

Jeffrey Jones

Jan 23, 2015

Jeffrey Lee Jones,53, of Akron, passed away unexpectedly Friday, January 23, 2015 . Jeffrey was born in Akron, Ohio on October 30, 1961. In his free time, he enjoyed spending time with his friends and family. Jeffrey was preceded in death by his father, Jeffrey and grandparents. Jeffrey is survived by his mother, Donna Jones; sisters, Janet (Tim) Summers, Sharon...

Charles Estep Sr.

Charles Estep Sr.

Jan 23, 2015

Charles Estep (Papa) 98 went to sleep in death January 23, 2015. Charles was a long time servant of his God, Jehovah and looked forward to the bibles promise of a paradise earth. Being a hard worker all his life, he will awake from death and again "build houses and use his hands to the full" (Isaiah 65: 21, 22)...

Doris H. Royce

Doris H. Royce

Jan 23, 2015

Doris H Royce,94, of Akron, passed away Friday, January 23, 2015. Doris was born in Akron, Ohio on June 29, 1920, to the late Till Daniel and Bertha Estrada. Doris volunteered for many years for Good Neighbors of North Hill receiving a commendation from the Mayor of Akron. She was a member of Eastern Star and North Hill Methodist Church...

Freda L. Dennison

Freda L. Dennison

Jan 23, 2015

Freda L. Dennison, 85, of Tallmadge, passed away January 23, 2015. She was born on November 17, 1929 in Falls Mills, WV to the late Clyde and Edith Teter. Freda was very creative and loved sewing and crafts. Above all, she loved spending time with her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband,...

Laura Marie Schott

Laura Marie Schott

Jan 21, 2015

Laura Marie Schott, 34, of Akron, passed away suddenly Wednesday, January 21, 2015. Laura was born in Akron, Ohio on May 7, 1980. She graduated from Green High School in 1998 and received an associates degree from Fortis College in Dental Assisting in 2010. Laura was a devoted mother and her greatest love was her two children. She is survived...

Linda A. Taylor

Linda A. Taylor

Jan 20, 2015

Linda A. Taylor, 65, passed away on January 20, 2015. She retired from Chesterfield Resources. She was preceded in death by her mother, Ruth Simpson. Survivors include her husband, Jack, of 40 years; children, Julia (Matthew) Lebrasseur and Brian Taylor; and grandchildren, Austin and Megan. Per Linda's wishes, cremation will take place and there will be no services.

Cynthina "Cindy" Hause

Cynthina "Cindy" Hause

Jan 19, 2015

Cynthia (Cindy) Ann Hause, 48, beloved wife, mother, daughter and sisterwent home to her Heavenly Father after a long and heroic battle with illness on January 19 2015. Born and raised in Akron Ohio. A graduate of Green High School with a license in cosmetology. Her career was spent in the clerical field and last employed at Terminal Warehouse located...

Andrew Slinkosky

Andrew Slinkosky

Jan 19, 2015

Andrew Slinkosky, 93, of Ellet passed away peacefully on January 19, 2015. Andy was born in Smoke Run, PA on December 8, 1921. He enlisted in the CC camps and later joined the navy. After the service, he was employed by Gus Girves of the Brown Derby and R&S Rest, retiring after working for many years for Harry Miller Construction....

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