Obituaries
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....
Marjorie A. Neel
Oct 28, 2014
Marjorie A. Neel, 89, passed away on October 28, 2014. Marjorie enjoyed life to the fullest and those around her. Preceded in death by son, Jerry; 4 brothers; and parents, Roy and Ruth Thrush. Survivors include sons, John (Georgia), Chuck (Marsha), and Michael T. (Jean); daughter-in-law, Angie; 6 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; brother, Harold; and sister-in-law, Geneva "Tootie". Calling hours will...
Ruthann Collins
Oct 27, 2014
Ruthann Collins, 62, went home to be with the Lord on October 27, 2014. She was a member of Calvary Apostolic Church. Ruthie was a talented artist in many artistic and creative mediums. Her greatest works of art were those she shared with her closest friends, family, and especially her grandchildren. She belonged to several creative guilds, including, Memory Makers,...
Jethro Joseph Hunter
Oct 27, 2014
Jethro Joseph Hunter, 11 days old, received his angel wings on October 27, 2014. Preceded in death by his uncle, Justin Hunter. Survivors include his loving parents, Joe and Erin Rose Hunter; grandparents, Pat and Annette Hunter, Kenneth Coplin, and Becky Neal; 5 uncles; 2 aunts; and 5 cousins. Calling hours will be Friday, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at...
Delilah Mcanalley
Oct 27, 2014
Delilah R. McAnalley, 79, of Akron, passed away October 27, 2014. Delilah was born in Akron, Ohio on June 29, 1935 to the late Lewis and Julia Etheridge. Delilah enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, family and friends. She devoted her life to her Lord and Savior. In addition to her parents, Delilah was preceded in death...
Sheila M. Sheley
Oct 26, 2014
Sheila M. Sheley, 55, passed away on October 26, 2014. An avid gardener and cook, she earned a degree in Paralegal Studies and worked in the legal and public relations fields. She also volunteered with special-needs children. Survivors include children, Jennifer Gilbride and Jeremy Sheley; grandchildren, Jasmine and Olivia; loving companion, George Bandy; siblings, Joseph, Linda, Tony, Jimmy, and Joshua...
Eric James Thayer
Oct 26, 2014
Eric James Thayer Eric James Thayer, 28, of Akron, passed away suddenly on October 26, 2014. He was born in Mesa, Arizona on January 2, 1986. Eric was a proud father to his young daughters and a proud soldier. He recently graduated from boot camp with the Army Reserves and was employed as an assistant manager with Monro Muffler. He...
Willa B. Hancock
Oct 26, 2014
Willa B. Hancock Willa B. Hancock, 92, passed away at home on October 26, 2014. She was born in Siler City, NC on December 17, 1921 to the late William and Theo White. Willa spent most of her life in Washington D.C. where she met and married Peter Hancock. Willa worked as a welder during World War II. She and...
Verlin Talkington
Oct 25, 2014
Verlin E Talkington, 84, of Akron, passed away Saturday, October 25, 2014. Verlin was born in Braxton County, West Virginia on February 22, 1930 to the late Lee and Nancy Talkington. He proudly served in the U.S. Army from 1956 to 1958. Verlin retired from Atlantic Foundry and Knapp Foundry. He was a member of the Steel Workers Local. In...
Judith R. Fox
Oct 24, 2014
Judith R. Fox Judith R. Fox, 71, passed away peacefully on October 24, 2014 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Flossie; and brothers, Robert and Dennis. She is survived by her brothers, Scott (Louise) and Jack (Diane); many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews; and friends Butch and Judi Struckel who...
Robert A. Chatman
Oct 23, 2014
Robert A. Chatman Robert A. Chatman, 72, of Akron, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on October 23, 2014 after many years of illness. Bob graduated from Ellet High School. He was an Akron firefighter for 19 years and took part in the first paramedic run in the city. He retired from the Akron City Water Department....
James R. Korb
Oct 23, 2014
James R. Korb, 65, passed away on October 23, 2014. Survivors include sister, Linda (Larry) Cogar; brother, Lairdon Korb, III; children, Wendy Bray, Jim Korb, and Kevin Korb; 6 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; and many nieces and nephews. He will be sorely missed. A memorial service will be held Saturday, November 1, 2014, at 1 p.m. at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131...
Hettie Meszaros
Oct 22, 2014
Hettie Bennett Meszaros, 95, passed away peacefully at her residence on October 22, 2014. She was born in Millfork, W.V. to the late C.C. and Goldie Wright Bennett. In addition to her parents Hettie was preceded in death by Joe, her husband of 67 years; her son, Douglas; great grandson, Ethan Eschman and sisters, Ermal Malon and Edna Ross. Those...
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