Obituaries
Timothy Knotts
Jul 1, 2014
Timothy A. Knotts, 56, passed away on July 1, 2014 at his home in Green, OH. He was born December 24, 1957 in Akron, OH. Timothy will be dearly missed by his family and friends including his sons Aaron and James Knotts; parents James and Caroline Knotts; brother Bryan Knotts; and nephew JJ Wilhite. He was preceded in death by...
Norma J. Sattler
Jun 30, 2014
Norma J. Sattler, 92, went to be with the Lord on June 30, 2014. She was a member of The Chapel in Marlboro for 35 years. Norma enjoyed spending time with family. Preceded in death by her husband, Harold; grandson, Randy; and son-in-law, Harold Geiser. Survivors include daughters, Sandra (Phil) Wilfred and Bonnie Geiser; sons, Dennis and Lare Sattler; 5...
Karen Weinsheimer
Jun 29, 2014
Karen Weinsheimer Karen Weinsheimer, 74, of Akron, passed away June 29, 2014. She was born June 21, 1940, in Princeton, Indiana. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Weinsheimer; parents, Raymond and Thelma Conner; brothers, Bob, Jack, Ray Jr., and Malcom Conner; and sister-in-law, Shelby Conner. She is survived by her sons, John (Cheryl), Jack (Lois) Weinsheimer; daughters,...
Paul M. Short
Jun 28, 2014
Paul M. Short, 95, went to be with the Lord and his wife on June 28, 2014. Paul retired from Goodyear and worked as a bus driver for Tallmadge City Schools. Preceded in death by wife, Alice Short. Survivors include sister, Donna Dixon; children, Nancy Detamore, Gloria (Jim) Cole, Terry (YoungMei Ye) Short, Diane Brainard, Allison Short, and Craig (Anne)...
Christopher R. Best
Jun 27, 2014
Christopher Roy Best, of Akron, passed away June 27, 2014. He was born in Akron on May 7, 2014. Christopher is survived by his parents, Justin and Mary Beth; brother, Justin; sisters, Jazmyn and Ariana; grandparents, Al (Tari) Riley and Ron (Barb Simon) Gibson; a lot of loving family and friends. The family would like to thank GS Steel for...
Andrew Harkless
Jun 27, 2014
Andrew Harkless Andrew Harkless, 84, of Akron, passed away on June 27, 2014. He was born in Philipsburg, PA on January 4, 1930 to the late Carlisle and Josephine Harkless. He retired from General Tire after over 40 years of service. In his free time, Andy liked fishing, camping, and hunting. When his children were younger, Andy often vacationed in...
Gladys V. Thorn
Jun 25, 2014
Gladys V. "Jo" Thorn (nee Robinson), 73, of Akron, passed away peacefully June 25, 2014. She was born in Akron, Ohio on October 19, 1940 to the late Lee and Katharine Robinson. Gladys served our country in the US Navy. Our mom was an amazing woman who touched everyone she knew and met. Known to many as 'Aunt Jo' or...
Robert E.Lee Evans
Jun 24, 2014
Robert E. Lee Evans, 95, passed away on June 24, 2014. He was a veteran of WWII, having served with the US Army. Robert retired from Firestone Tire and Rubber Company after over 39 years of service. He was a member of Mogadore VFW. Robert loved music and playing guitar. Preceded in death by his wife, Kathleen; sisters, Lillian, Lenora,...
Marjorie A. King
Jun 24, 2014
Marjorie A. King, 90, passed away on June 24, 2014. She was a member of the Eastern Star for many years. Marjorie retired as a nurse's aide after many years of service. Preceded in death by her husband, Roy; son, John. Survivors include son, Jim (Nadine); grandchildren, Lisa Parsons, Angie King, Steve (Shawn) King, J.P. (Michelle) King; many great grandchildren;...
Charles A. Keller
Jun 23, 2014
Charles "Chas" A. Keller, 62, of Lakemore, passed away June 23, 2014. He was born in Barberton, OH on May 23, 1952 to the late Harold and Evangeline Keller.He was preceded in death by his brothers, Roger and Douglas Keller.Charles is survived by his wife, Margaret, of 37 years; sons, Jesse and Zachary (Deanna); grandchildren, Skyler, Clayton, Harley, Jaxson, and...
Delores Jean Butler
Jun 23, 2014
Delores Jean Butler Jean Butler, 80, of Akron, passed away June 23, 2014. She was born in Akron on August 23, 1933 to the late Bernard and Dorothy Bailey. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Glibert Butler, Sr.; and special companions, Heidi and Miss Kit-tee. Jean is survived by her sons, Kerry (Carol), Gilbert Jr. (Sherry); daughter,...
Sara Schrock
Jun 23, 2014
Virginia Schrock, born June 30, 1929, passed away on June 23, 2014. She graduated from Greensburg High School and worked at Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company, retiring in 1987 after 28 years of service. Virginia was a devoted wife and loving mother. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Robert T. Schrock. Together they raised 3 children, Tom...
Nancy L. Doyle
Jun 22, 2014
Nancy L. Doyle, 79, of Akron, passed away June 22, 2014. She was born in Akron, Ohio on July 5, 1934 to the late Clyde and Stella Conley. The most loving, compassionate and loyal mother, wife and grandmother. In addition to her parents, Nancy was preceded in death by her loving Husband of 56 years and childhood sweetheart of 63...
Ernest Stanley Smith, Jr.
Jun 21, 2014
Ernest Stanley Smith, Jr. Ernest Stanley Smith, Jr., 71, passed away June 21, 2014. He was born in Akron on October 22, 1942 to the late Ernest and Elsie Smith. Throughout Stan's life, he worked for Danner Press, sold cars for 15 years, and retired as a bus driver for the Manchester School District after 25 years of service. He...
George Carruthers, Sr.
Jun 21, 2014
George Carruthers Sr. George Carruthers, Sr., 98, of Akron, passed away June 21, 2014. He was born in Lilly, Pennsylvania on July 9, 1915 to the late Thomas and Mae Carruthers. George proudly served in the U.S. Army during World War II as a guard at a POW camp in Texas. He retired from Dave Towell Cadillac after 35 years...
Betty L. Peters
Jun 19, 2014
Betty L. Peters, 76, of Tallmadge, passed away June 19, 2014. She was born in Birch River, West Virginia on July 22, 1937 to the late Earl and Ressie Barnett. Betty worked tirelessly throughout her adult life to care for her family. She relished in her homemaking duties which have forever enriched the lives of her husband, children, and grandchildren....
Harold D. Risenhoover
Jun 19, 2014
Harold D. Risenhoover, 67, passed away on June 19, 2014. Harold was a veteran of the US Army and retired from Canal Place. He loved to play golf and spend time with his family and his dog. Preceded in death by his parents; 2 brothers; 2 sisters; and his daughter, Susan. He is survived by his wife, Sharon, of 47...
Kenneth F. White
Jun 18, 2014
Kenneth Franklynn White, 91, of Akron, passed away June 18, 2014. He was born in Cleveland, OH on July 15, 1922 to the late Frank and Elsie White. He was in the Navy, employed at Goodyear Tire, a member of the Mason Adorniram-Joppa Lodge No. 0517 and many other organizations. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth.Ken is...
Kenneth L. Glass
Jun 18, 2014
Kenneth L. Glass, 73, went home to be with the Lord on June 18, 2014. Born in Louisiana on November 5, 1940 to the late Lindel and Inez (Dumas) Glass. He was a member of Victory Chapel and retired from Springfield School District where he worked as a bus driver. Kenny enjoyed lifting weights, fishing, hunting, gambling, planting flowers, grilling...
Rosemary A. Weaver
Jun 17, 2014
Rosemary A. Weaver, 69, of Akron, passed away after a long illness on June 17, 2014. She was born in Akron, OH on February 21, 1945. She was preceded in death by her mother, Alice; sister, Elizabeth. Rosemary is survived by her father, Arthur Israel; daughters, Linda and Kelly; 6 grandchildren; brothers, Edward, Richard, Arthur and Major Paul Israel;Interment will...
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