Obituaries
Violet June Christner
Dec 21, 2014
Violet June Christner, 90, was called home on December 21, 2014. She was born in Senecaville, OH, the daughter of William and Hazel Williams. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold M. Christner; and sister, Twyla Wagner. She is survived by daughter, Constance (Robert) Anliker, of Viera, FL; sons, Kenneth (Jean) Christner, of Tallmadge, and Kurt (LeAnna) Christner,...
Viola May Green
Dec 20, 2014
Viola May Green,81 , of Akron, passed away December 20, 2014. Viola was born in Weston, West Virginia on February 23, 1933 to the late Floyd and Mary Strader. In her free time, she enjoyed, crafts. In addition to her parents, Viola was preceded in death by her loving partner, Ronzel Jarvis; son, Harry Strader and grandson, Jessie Harris; brother,...
Betty J. Recco
Dec 20, 2014
Betty J. Recco Betty J. Recco, 91, of Akron, passed away December 20, 2014. She was born in Greentown, OH on December 28, 1922 to the late Winfield and Esther Humbert. Betty had a full life. She worked as a Rosie the Riveter during the war and mainly devoted herself to raising her family. She was an excellent cook and...
Jerry Wilson
Dec 20, 2014
Jerry L. Wilson went home to be with the Lord on December 20, 2014. He was born in Dayton, TN., moving to Akron at an early age. Jerry was a Vietnam veteran, and served in the U.S. Army as a combat engineer. He was an avid hunter, mechanic, and an amateur stock car racer. He was preceded in death by...
Genevieve H. Kovacs
Dec 19, 2014
Genevieve H. Kovacs Genevieve H. Kovacs, 84, of Tallmadge, passed away December 19, 2014. She was born in Akron on January 3, 1930 to the late Frank and Helena Rozewicz. Genevieve was a member of New Horizons Christian Church. She was devoted to her children and set a wonderful example of how to be an excellent mother. Her daughters remember...
Lillian Fletcher
Dec 18, 2014
Lillian Fletcher, 88, of Akron, passed away December 18, 2014. Lillian was born in , on June 23, 1926 to the late Frank Foster and Ludie Holyfield. In her free time, she enjoyed spending time with her family. In addition to her parents, Lillian was preceded in death by her loving children, Ludie Fletcher, Camille Allen, and Robert Fletcher; grandchildren,...
Jack Dague
Dec 18, 2014
Jack Dague Jack Dague, 73, of Tallmadge, passed away December 18, 2014. He was born in Barberton on November 18, 1941. Jack was an accomplished cement finisher and truly loved his work. He was a member of Eagles 555. Jack was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Virginia Bell and sister, Paula Soles. He will be deeply missed...
Richard A. Pumphrey
Dec 18, 2014
Richard A. "Ricky" Pumphrey, 66, passed away on December 18, 2014. Ricky graduated from Coventry High School in 1968. He enjoyed baseball and watching the Cleveland Browns and Ohio State. Ricky was an animal lover. Preceded in death by his parents, George and Hazel Pumphrey; daughter, Angela Lynn Pumphrey; and brother, Ronnie. Survivors include son, Craig; daughter, Nicole (Tony) Tilson;...
Mary Mckee
Dec 18, 2014
Mary McKee, 61, of Barberton, passed away December 18, 2014. Mary was born in Akron, Ohio on October 8, 1953 to the late Gilbert and Estella Dickson. She proudly served in the U.S. Marines from 1972-1974. Mary was a hard worker and worked various jobs. In her free time, she enjoyed doing crafts, bowling and reading. In addition to her...
Joan M. Dost
Dec 18, 2014
Joan M. Dost, 74, passed away on December 18, 2014. Preceded in death by her son, John J. Dost, Jr. Survivors include her beloved husband, John, of 56 years; daughter, Beth (Marty) Dost; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and dear friends. A memorial gathering will be held Saturday, 2-6 p.m. at John's home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may...
Nancy Jean Anderson
Dec 17, 2014
Nancy Jean AndersonNancy Jean Anderson, 58, passed away December 17, 2014. She is now joined with her father and her brother. Nancy is survived by her children, Liz Reisinger (Ched), Andy Adkins (Dawn), Keith Adkins (Whitney), Kenny Anderson (Trish), and James Adkins; mother, Helen Anderson; three sisters; one brother; fourteen grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; longtime boyfriend, Jon Ogg. She also leaves...
Kathy A. Nehrenz (Mcfee)
Dec 17, 2014
Kathy A. Nehrenz (McFee), age 55, of Springfield Twp., went home to be with our Lord on December 17, 2014. She was the daughter of the late Nora and Eugene McFee. Survived by her loving husband of 36 years, George, Jr.; sons, Geoff (Janelle), of Uniontown, Joe (Kristen), of Medina; grandchildren, Grant, Gabby, Julia, Owen, Emily, and Amelia; brothers, Mickey...
Michael Weekley
Dec 17, 2014
Michael Weekley, 76, passed away Wednesday, December 17, 2014. Michael was born in Wilbur, West Virginia on May 27, 1938 to the late Dale and Eska Weekley. Michael was a lifelong resident of Akron, Ohio and retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company after 45 1/2 years of service. He was a member of Wayfarer Lodge 789 F & AM...
James Yoxtheimer, Jr.
Dec 17, 2014
James R. Yoxtheimer was reunited with his wife, Flossie Lou on Wednesday December 17, 2014. James was born to James R. and Marie in Ohio on April 6, 1934. He was also preceded in death by Richard Yoxtheimer (brother). He graduated from Lodi High School and retired from Rubbermaid Inc. in 1996. James and Flossie married in 1954 and lived...
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...
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