Obituaries
Marvin Hendershot
Jan 3, 2015
Marvin D. Hendershot, 79, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on Saturday, January 3, 2015. He is survived by his son, Edward (Dawn) and three grandchildren, Devon, Ethan, and Miranda all living in Maryland; daughter, Patricia Hendershot-Grant (Paul) of California; sister-in-law, Mary Abbott of Cuyahoga Falls. He graduated from Ellet High School in 1953. He worked at Goodyear Aircraft before hiring...
Janice K. Williams
Jan 3, 2015
Janice K. Williams, 69, passed away on January 3, 2015. She was born on August 7, 1945 in Wadsworth to the late William and Gladys Kreger. Janice was a resident of the Barberton area for most of her life. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and reading. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her...
Sara Martin
Jan 3, 2015
Sara Martin, 89, of Akron, crossed over into heaven on Saturday, January 3, 2015. She was born in Akron on November 25, 1925 to the late Charles and Emma (Brown) Witmyer. Sara was a people person who loved to talk to anyone she came in contact with. She was a member of the First Apostolic Church in Tallmadge for over...
Elsie Marieberkley Bachand
Jan 2, 2015
Elsie Marie Berkley Bachand Elsie Marie Berkley Bachand, 80, of Akron, passed away on January 2, 2015. She was born in Akron on April 11, 1935 to the late Alfred and Jewel Shackelford. She was devoted to her children and grandchildren and will be dearly missed. Elsie was preceded in death by her parents; and sisters, Opal, Yvonne, and Janet....
Lucas Imhoff
Jan 1, 2015
Lucas D Imhoff, 22, of Akron, passed away January 1, 2015 unexpectedly. Lucas was born in Akron, Ohio on November 7, 1992. Lucas graduated from Springfield High School class of 2012. He loved having "adventure time" with his friends and spending time with his family. He was an avid lover of music and enjoyed hunting. Lucas was preceded in death...
Edwin Skidmore
Dec 31, 2014
Edwin A. Skidmore, 59, passed away on December 31, 2014. Preceded in death by his wife, Kimberly; parents, Robert and Patricia. He is survived by sons, Ed (Kim) and Tim; grandson, Dylan; sister, Patti Robertson; and girlfriend, Deb Cassady. Calling hours will be Thursday, 4-8 p.m., at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron. A graveside service will be...
Doris Burdeshaw
Dec 30, 2014
Doris June Burdeshaw, 81, joined her husband in heaven on December 30, 2014. She was a lifelong resident of Akron. She was born on July 21, 1933 in Barberton to the late John T. and Elizabeth Gaugler. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family and friends. She was a sweet person, and loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She...
Mckynzie Lynn Upton
Dec 29, 2014
McKynzie Lynn Upton was born December 29, 2014. She leaves to cherish her memory parents; Ashley Lynn Uhl and Cory Isaac Upton; grandparents; David Trout, Lisa Uhl and Sheri & Jerry Brown; great-grandparents, Brenda & Don Ballard, aunts, Taylor Uhl, Mersadies Upton, Elizabeth Wheller; uncle, Michael Wheller, and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held...
Kevin Kenneth Carson
Dec 28, 2014
Kevin Kenneth CarsonKevin Kenneth Carson, 50, of Akron, passed away December 28, 2014. Visitation will be held Saturday, January 10, 2015 from 10-12 followed by a 12:00 p.m. memorial service at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron.
Darlene Rogers
Dec 28, 2014
Darlene Rogers, 66, of Akron, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 28, 2014. Born in Summersville, WV on May 4, 1948, daughter of Rose Yoak, of Akron and the late Howard Kelly. Preceded in death by her brother, Larry Kelly, former US Army Vietnam Veteran. Survived by her mother, Rose Yoak; brother, Dennis (Cathy) Kelly; nephew, Gregory...
Larry Schrader
Dec 28, 2014
Larry SchraderLarry Schrader, 73, of Suffield, was welcomed into the Kingdom of Heaven on Sunday, December 28, 2014. He was born to the late Arthur and Frances Schrader on January 1, 1941 in Akron, OH. Larry graduated from Hoban High School in 1959 and received a BA in Journalism from Kent State University. He married Joyce Turner in 1993 and...
Janet Flanagan
Dec 28, 2014
Janet Lynn Flanagan passed away on December 28, 2014. She was born in Akron, Ohio to Mary and David Flanagan on October 9, 1955. Janet loved music and especially the Moody Blues. She was an authority of Tolkien and studied all of his works. She was also a volunteer at his blogs; last but not least she was a loyal...
Terry Mcclaskey, Sr.
Dec 28, 2014
Terry McClaskey, Sr., 67, was reunited with his wife, JoAnn, on December 28, 2014. Terry was the owner/operator of Falls Appliance for many years. He was an avid sportsman and loved dancing, horseback riding, martial arts, and coaching. Terry was a very generous individual with a unique sense of humor. He was loved by many and always willing to lend...
Lois J. Nicholson
Dec 27, 2014
Lois J. Nicholson, 84, swam into the arms of Jesus on December 27, 2014. Lois, "Nanny" to everyone, attended Hope Baptist Church. She was an avid swimmer and spent every day in the summer at the pool with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She loved her family more than anything else in the world and they loved her just as much....
Frances G. Martin
Dec 27, 2014
Frances G. Martin Frances G. Martin, 66, of Akron, passed away December 27, 2014. She was born in Akron on July 12, 1948 to the late James and Helen Oliver. Frances was a member of the Xi Eta Psi Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi and a member of the Yusef Khan Caldron. In addition to her parents, she was preceded...
Richard C. Bais
Dec 25, 2014
Richard C. Bais Richard C. Bais, 72, of Rootstown, passed away December 25, 2014 after a battle with cancer. He was born in Akron on October 27, 1942 to the late Michael and Julia Bais Sr. Richard served honorably in the U.S. Army. He worked for Goodrich Aerospace for many years and most recently worked as a polisher at Sterling...
Rose Marie Welfley
Dec 24, 2014
Rose Marie Welfley, 89, went home to be with the Lord on December 24, 2014. She was born on August 10, 1925 in New Martinsville, WV to the late Charles and Mary Batton. She was a member of Akron Baptist Temple, a seamstress, artist, designer, and gardener. A dedicated mother and grandmother. Preceded in death by her first husband, Harold...
John Rege
Dec 23, 2014
John Rege, 91, passed away December 23, 2014. He was born in Akron, OH January 8, 1923 and was a graduate of East High School Class of 1941. He served briefly in the US Navy during WWII and was involved in the production of the P.B. Martin Escort Aircraft at Goodyear throughout the war. He retired as an electrician from...
Danny W. Rollins
Dec 21, 2014
Danny W. Rollins, 61, passed away on December 21, 2014. Danny loved his dog, Scooter, Barberton Speedway, Jerry Springer, Horse Racing, and old Westerns. Preceded in death by his parents, Ted and June; son, Daniel "Bud"; brothers, Teddy "Peanut", James, Billy, Terry Dale "Dopey", Gregory, and John. Survivors include son, Danny, Jr. (Angela); daughter, Danielle Rollins (Mike); fiancée, Shawna McCollam;...
Gina Darlene(Fisher) Blevins
Dec 21, 2014
Gina Darlene (Fisher) Blevins Gina Darlene Blevins, 58, of Akron, passed away December 21, 2014. She was born on August 2, 1956 in Covington, KY. Gina retired from Akron City Hospital. She devoted herself to her family and loved spending time with her grandchildren. She enjoyed dancing and family gatherings. Gina was preceded in death by her father, Emmitte Fisher...
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