Obituaries
Mildred Dunnington
Jun 17, 2014
Mildred Dunnington, 95, of Akron, passed away June 17, 2014. She was born in Central City, Kentucky on March 4, 1919 to the late Virgil and Pauline Grady. Mildred worked throughout her life as a dedicated homemaker, caring for her husband and sons. She also enjoyed traveling to Florida with her husband, fishing and playing cards with her many friends....
Grace M. Brown
Jun 17, 2014
Grace M. Brown Grace M. Brown, 90, passed away June 17, 2014. She was born in Arcadia, PA. She later moved to St. Benedict's when she was 5 years old, and lived there until 1951 when she moved to Akron. She graduated from Carrolltown High School. Grace married Bernard Brown in 1944 and was married for 50 years. She has...
Robert George Weekly
Jun 16, 2014
Robert George Weekly, 60, passed away June 16, 2014. He was born in Akron on June 23, 1953. George served in the U.S. Army. He loved working on cars, woodworking, and construction. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. George was preceded in death by his mother and stepfather, Janice and George Kirby; father, David George Weekly;...
Mary Jane Berry
Jun 16, 2014
Mary Jane Berry, 86, of Springfield Twp., passed away June 16, 2014. She was born in Mineral Ridge, Ohio on July 7, 1927 to the late Stanley and Susan Owen. Mary Jane taught 26 years at Young Elementary School in Springfield Twp. She was a member of the Order of Eastern Star, was past president of Kappa Kappa Iota Sorority...
Geraldine Mervine
Jun 14, 2014
Geraldine "Cherie" Mervine, 76, of Akron, passed away suddenly June 14, 2014 at her home. She was born in Barberton, Ohio on April 13, 1938 to the late Frank and Geraldine Ott. Cherie loved listening to classical, traditional Celtic and folk music, reading, building puzzles, playing slots, laughing, and being with her family.In addition to her parents, Cherie was preceded...
Patricia A. Coleman
Jun 14, 2014
Patricia A. Coleman, 83, of Akron, passed away June 14, 2014. She was born in Akron on August 9, 1930 to the late Thomas and Marcella Cobb. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alton Coleman.Pat is survived by her son, Phil Palmer; grandchildren, Joe and Anne Palmer; 6 great-grandchildren.
Bryan P. Herrick
Jun 13, 2014
Bryan Patrick Herrick, 38 passed away June 13th after a brief and unexpected illness. He was born in Akron on July 8, 1975.To all who knew him, Bryan was an angel walking the earth. A kind and caring man, he always had an ear to lend, a shoulder to cry on, a hand to help you up when you were...
Margaret T. Sunseri
Jun 12, 2014
Margaret T. Sunseri, 80, of Atwater, passed away June 12, 2014. She was born in Akron on October 8, 1933 to the late Frank and Anna Sunseri. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Tony and John; sisters, Carmella, Anna Miller, Mary White and Rosella. Margaret is survived by many nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank...
Robert L. Eddy
Jun 11, 2014
Robert L. Eddy, 64, of Barberton, passed away June 11, 2014. He was born in Akron on February 6, 1950 to the late Raymond and Mary Eddy. He was preceded in death by his brother, Charles. Bob is survived by his wife of 20 years, Sue; sons, Neil, Raymond and Randy; brother, Jim (Nancy) and sister, Carol Werner.
Jay Sutter
Jun 10, 2014
Francis J. "Jay" Sutter, III, age 54, of Akron, passed away suddenly June 10, 2014. He was born in Akron, Ohio on June 16, 1959 to the late Francis, Jr. and Jacqueline Sutter. Jay loved gardening, yard work and watching (and complaining about) his Cleveland Indians. His family will definitely miss his cooking, especially his stromboli. In addition to his...
Gary W. Mansell
Jun 9, 2014
Gary W. Mansell, 68, went to be with his Lord, peacefully on June 9, surrounded by family. He was born August 15, 1945 and lived in Akron where he was a member of the East Liberty Church of the Nazarene. He was loved and respected by all who knew him, and will be remembered for his devotion to his family...
Arthur D. Gallina
Jun 8, 2014
Arthur D. Gallina, 71, of Kent, passed away peacefully June 8, 2014 following complications from Diabetes. He was born August 22, 1942 in Kent, Ohio to the late Louis and Catherine Gallina. Art retired from ACNY/Norfolk & Southern Railroad Co. after 30 years of service. He was an active member at Southeast Church of the Nazarene and Portage County Senior...
Kenneth C. Bailey
Jun 7, 2014
Kenneth C. "Kenny" Bailey, 61, of Barberton, passed away June 7, 2014 to play his guitar in the heights of Heaven. He's making a joyful noise unto the Lord- no more sorrow, no more pain. He was born March 30, 1953 in Akron, Ohio to Robert and Donna Bailey, their first of three sons born in March. Kenny graduated from...
Harriette A. Green
Jun 7, 2014
Harriette A. Green, 66, passed away on June 7, 2014. She was born in Buckhannon, WV to the late Paul and Lena Miller. Harriette was a member of the VFW post 3383. She retired from Janco after over 25 years of service. Preceded in death by her daughter, Holly; brothers, Gary, Paul, and Minter; sisters-in-law, Margaret Green and Marilyn Miller;...
Larry Wahl
Jun 7, 2014
Larry Wahl Larry Wahl, 59, of Mogadore, went to be with the Lord, peacefully in his sleep on June 7, 2014. He was born in Cuyahoga Falls on February 21, 1955. Larry was employed at Burghardt Metal Fabricating. He loved the outdoors and could often be found fishing, feeding the birds and squirrels, working in the yard, and helping anyone...
Stella Marie Gantous (Nee Ginnetti)
Jun 6, 2014
Stella Marie GantousStella Marie Gantous, 92, of Akron, passed away June 6, 2014. She was born in Akron on June 24, 1921. Stella was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred in 1979. She will be deeply missed by her loving family and many friends. Per Stella's wishes, no services will be held.
Pamela Ann(Combs) Matwiju
Jun 6, 2014
Pamela Ann Matwiju (nee Combs), age 63, passed away suddenly on Friday, June 6, 2014 at her home in Springfield Township. She was born June 5th, 1951 in Akron, Ohio. Pamela cherished her role as a mother and everyone she knew will miss her ornery sense of humor. She loved watching the Steelers play and scary movies.Pamela was preceded in...
Bonnie J. Haralson
Jun 3, 2014
Bonnie J. Haralson, 78, a woman of Godly beauty went home to her Lord on June 3, 2014. She was loved by "Her Tom" husband of 40 years; children, Jim, Jeff (Patricia), Jill (Jerry) Gardner, Dan (AnRea) MacDonald; Dawn (Jeff) Smith; grandchildren, Todd (Rachel), Jerry (Eric), Kristy (Fred), Justin (Mandie), Paige, Kari and Kim; 8 great-grandchildren; brother, Gary (Karen) Roxbury;...
Deborah L. Taylor
Jun 3, 2014
Deborah L. Taylor, 55, of Akron, passed away June 3, 2014. She was born in Akron on July 12, 1958 to the late Byron and Leewana Earlenbaugh. Deb is survived by her husband, Dennis; children, Sascha Stevensen and Dennis Taylor; grandchild, Sage Stevensen; brothers, Ron (Sarah) Earlenbaugh, Mark (Debbie) Earlenbaugh; sisters, Carol Earlenbaugh, Brenda (Barney) Drexler; many nieces and nephews.Family...
Ruby M. Bishop
Jun 3, 2014
Ruby M. Bishop Ruby M. Bishop, 84, of Akron, passed away June 3, 2014. She was born in Huntsville, Alabama on January 23, 1930 to the late Horace and Mary Bishop. Ruby enjoyed participating in the activities at the William Presser Towers where she lived. She also loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death...
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