Obituaries

Frank Gallo

Frank Gallo

Aug 29, 2014

Frank GalloFrank Gallo, 81, passed away August 29, 2014. He was born June 14, 1933 in Rosemont, West Virginia to the late George and Fannie Gallo. Frank proudly served in the U.S. Air Force. He was an umpire for ASA for over 25 years and a member of St. Michael Orthodox Church. Frank will be deeply missed by his brothers,...

Joseph A. Miller

Joseph A. Miller

Aug 29, 2014

Joseph A Miller, 62, of Akron, passed away on August 29, 2014. He was born on March 12, 1952 in Canton, Ohio to Corvin Sr. and Lorena Miller. Joe had a passion for aviation and loved volunteering at MAPS Air Museum. He will be deeply missed by his loving daughter, Shawna DiLauro; parents Corvin and Lorena; brothers, Corvin (Pattie) Jr.,...

Melinda Delong

Melinda Delong

Aug 29, 2014

Melinda J "Nin" DeLong, 87, of Green, passed away August 29, 2014. Melinda was born in Akron, Ohio on June 6, 1927. Melinda retired from Woolworths. In her free time, she enjoyed playing BINGO and watching golf. Melinda was preceded in death by her loving husband, Clarence J. DeLong of 62 years; sons, Larry and Donald. She is survived by...

Donald Kovalchik

Donald Kovalchik

Aug 28, 2014

Donald P. Kovalchik, 83, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 28, 2014, following a brief illness. He was surrounded by his family. Born on July 8, 1931 in Robins, Ohio, where he spent his formative years, Don graduated from Community High School in 1949 and attended Kent State University, where he majored in Chemistry....

Donald Ball

Donald Ball

Aug 28, 2014

Donald J Ball, 70, of Akron, passed away August 28, 2014. Donald was born in Akron, Ohio on July 11, 1944 to the late Chester and Betty Ball. Donald retired as a highly decorated Pilot from the U.S. Army in 1969. He worked as an Independent Contractor in the shipping industry until his sudden passing. Donald had great pride in...

Elsie Lewis

Elsie Lewis

Aug 28, 2014

Elsie "Joanne" Lewis, 78, passed away on August 28, 2014. She was born on February 25, 1936 in Akron to the late Kenneth and Elsie Hershberger, and had been a Tallmadge resident for most of her life. Joanne retired from the Tallmadge schools where she drove a bus for 25+ years. She loved her family and enjoyed spending time with...

David Supple

David Supple

Aug 27, 2014

David M. Supple, 71, of Uniontown, went home to be with his lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, August 27, 2014 after a long struggle with COPD. David was born in Akron, Ohio on September 29, 1942. He graduated from Coply High School in 1961. David served in the Army and Air Force Reserves. He retired from Karder Rubber...

Autrey E. Norman

Autrey E. Norman

Aug 27, 2014

Autrey E. Norman, 60, passed away August 27, 2014 surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio on December 14, 1953 and was a resident of the Uniontown area for 23 years. Autrey had the honor of being employed by Multi-flow Dispensers of Youngstown for the past 12 years. He enjoyed bowling, golf, music and spending time...

Lucille Chester

Lucille Chester

Aug 27, 2014

Lucille Chester, 97, of Atwater, passed away August 27, 2014 after suffering a stroke. She was born in Akron, Ohio on June 4, 1917 to the late William and Alma Lutz. Lucille was blessed with excellent health and wellness throughout her long life. She graduated from East High School and, in her teens, began as a production worker at Goodyear...

Mary Ann Mccallum

Mary Ann Mccallum

Aug 27, 2014

Mary Ann McCallum, 59, of Akron, passed away August 27, 2014. Mary was born in Akron , Ohio on November 18, 1954 to the late Edward and Lillian Scarpinito. Mary Ann was employed at the Mustard Seed and Tops. She will be remembered for her kind heart, laughter, and love of nature and birds. Mary Ann was a devoted, wife,...

Dave Metz

Dave Metz

Aug 26, 2014

Dave Metz, 68, of Akron passed away August 26, 2014. He was born April 27, 1946 in Akron to the late Elza and Nanny (Blanche) Metz. Dave lived in the Akron area his entire life where he attended Mogadore High School and owned several businesses. He drove a Yellow Cab for over 30 years which allowed him to meet many...

Frances N. Mccray

Frances N. Mccray

Aug 26, 2014

Frances N. McCray Frances N. McCray, 88, went home to be with the Lord on August 26, 2014. She was born March 1, 1926 in Mayfield, KY. Frances was a member of Falls Creek Community Church. She devoted her life to her family and loved nothing more than spending time with her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded...

Betty L. Albaugh

Betty L. Albaugh

Aug 25, 2014

Our beloved mom passed away peacefully on Monday, 8/25/2014. She was born on 8/3/1928 and was a lifelong resident of this area. Betty recently celebrated her 86th birthday for which we are grateful, was spent together. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Ralph Albaugh; her mother, Edna "Betty" Annakin; grandmother, Freda Steward; father, Mike Sproch; along with...

Lois Marie Morgan (Barnett)

Lois Marie Morgan (Barnett)

Aug 25, 2014

Lois Marie Morgan (Barnett) Lois Marie Morgan, 76, passed away August 25, 2014. She was born in Akron on July 20, 1938 and resided here her whole life until moving to Doylestown a few years ago. Lois graduated from Akron Central High School in 1957 and maintained friendships made there ever since. She looked forward to frequent dinners with her...

Margaret Turley

Margaret Turley

Aug 24, 2014

Margaret Loriane Turley passed away Sunday, August 24, 2014 at the age of 88. She was born on April 22, 1926 in Rutledge, TN to David & Mae Tate . Margaret moved to Akron, Ohio in 1948 and eventually moved to Cuyahoga Falls where she raised, loved, and supported her children. She worked for FW Woolworth Company for 30 years....

Rebecca L. Hammonds

Rebecca L. Hammonds

Aug 23, 2014

Rebecca L. Hammonds, 45, of Akron, Ohio, passed away August 23, 2014 following a brief illness. She was born in Akron, Ohio on March 6, 1969. Becky always took the time to make those around her feel happy. She cherished taking care of others and making them laugh with one of her jokes. Becky leaves to cherish her memory her...

Gilda C. Payne

Gilda C. Payne

Aug 22, 2014

Gilda C. Payne, 67, of Akron, passed away August 22, 2014. She was born November 9, 1946 in Hazard, Kentucky to Albert and Thelma Payne. Gilda will be dearly missed by her Children; Monica, Michael, Marlow (Dedra), Sr., and Maurice, Mother, Thelma Payne, Sister, Emma Blackmon, 10 Grandchildren, 2 Great Grandchildren, along with many beloved family members and friends. A...

Tin Oo Lwin

Tin Oo Lwin

Aug 22, 2014

Tin Oo Lwin, 51, passed away on August 22, 2014. Tin was born in Burma and had been a resident of Akron since 2004. He is survived by his wife, Win Lin Zar and 2 children. Services will be held on Saturday, August 30, 2014, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd. Akron.

Carl P. Stair

Carl P. Stair

Aug 22, 2014

Carl P. Stair, 85, passed away after a long battle with congestive heart failure. Carl was a member of 2 Masonic Lodges, Joppa of Akron and Hoover of Canton, for 60 years. Preceded in death by sons, Allen and Phillip; daughter, Barbara; and brothers, Donald and Danny. Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Mary Lou; daughter, Deborah Bain; son,...

Deborah Ann Griffa

Deborah Ann Griffa

Aug 22, 2014

Deborah Ann Griffa, 66, passed away August 22, 2014 after a prolonged illness. She was born in Akron, Ohio on December 25, 1947 to the late David and Wilma Griffa. Debbie worked for many years at Summa's Akron City Hospital and where she was presented with the Caring Award in 2000. In addition to her parents, Debbie was preceded in...

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