Obituaries

B. Joanne Penrod

B. Joanne Penrod

Jul 8, 2014

B. Joanne Penrod, 88, passed away on July 8, 2014. She was born in Uhrichsville, OH to the late Albert E. Hess and Elizabeth Smith Hess Crowe. Joanne was a member of the Mogadore Christian Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles W. "Fritz" Penrod, Jr.; great-granddaughter, Katherine E. McVey; siblings, Paul...

Allan Neal Deisz

Allan Neal Deisz

Jul 7, 2014

Allan Neal DeiszAllan Neal Deisz, 82, born January 2nd 1932 passed away at home peacefully on July 7, 2014. He was born in Akron, OH to his late parents Arthur Deisz and Beulah Mildren. He was married to the late Mary K. Deisz (nee Yensen). He was a member of the New Apostolic church for 47 years. Allan was a...

Jerry Lee Stubblefield, Sr.

Jerry Lee Stubblefield, Sr.

Jul 7, 2014

Jerry Lee "Bones" Stubblefield, Sr., 68, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2014. He enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, and fishing, and watching baseball and football. Jerry was a member of the Portage Lakes F.O.E. and #555. Preceded in death by parents and daughter, Lori Dillon. Survivors include beloved wife, Charlotte, of 37 years; son, Jerry, Jr. (Crystal); daughters, Dawn Mason...

Stephen P. Hall, Sr.

Stephen P. Hall, Sr.

Jul 7, 2014

Stephen P. Hall, Sr., 65, of Akron, passed away July 7, 2014. He was born in Osage, West Virginia on May 3, 1949 to the late Sanford and Beulah Hall. 'Pops' lived for his family and friends, cherishing his role as a father and "Papal". In addition to his parents, Stephen was preceded in death by his Stepfather, Homer Hall....

Alicia Marie (Carter) Dice

Alicia Marie (Carter) Dice

Jul 6, 2014

Alicia Marie Carter-Dice, 26, of Akron, passed away July 6, 2014. She was born in Akron, Ohio on October 9, 1987 to Dan and Laura Carter. Alicia was a bright light who always kept the needs of others close to her heart. Alicia will be deeply missed by her Parents, Dan and Laura (Willett) Carter; Daughter, Madison Carter; Brother, Andrew...

Thomas E. Battle

Thomas E. Battle

Jul 6, 2014

Thomas E. Battle "Babe", 82, of Akron, passed away July 6, 2014. He was born in Lisbon, OH on April 12, 1932 to the late John and Angelina Battle. Babe proudly served in the U.S. Air Force and retired from Babcock & Wilcox. He was a life member of the Army Navy Garrison 273 in Lakemore, the American Legion, and...

Dennis Michael Rogers

Dennis Michael Rogers

Jul 6, 2014

Dennis Michael Rogers, known to many as "Mike", 56, of Akron, passed away July 6, 2014, surrounded by his loving family, following a courageous and prolonged battle with cancer. He was born in Akron, Ohio on February 26, 1958 to Donald and Alta Rogers. Mike graduated from Ellet High School in 1977 and worked for many years as a Dental...

Robert G. Swope

Robert G. Swope

Jul 5, 2014

Robert G. Swope Robert G. Swope, 85, of Mogadore, passed away July 5, 2014. He was born in Akron on July 29, 1928 to the late Ernest and Thelma Swope. Bob proudly served in the U.S. Army. He retired as a bus driver for Springfield Schools and owned B&B Television for many years. Bob was an active volunteer with the...

Carol Lee Wodicka

Carol Lee Wodicka

Jul 4, 2014

Carol Lee Wodicka, 40, of Akron, passed away July 4, 2014. She was born in Barberton on September 23, 1973. She will always be remembered for her artistic spirit. Carol Lee enjoyed writing, fishing, and volunteering her time to help those in need. She attended school in ministry for two years. Carol Lee was preceded in death by her grandparents,...

Evelyn M. Turner

Evelyn M. Turner

Jul 4, 2014

Evelyn M. Turner "Sheila" Evelyn M. Turner "Sheila", 85, of Akron, passed away July 4, 2014. She was born in Buffalo, New York on May 28, 1929 to the late Thomas and Ada Booker. Sheila loved tending the flowers in her garden, reading, singing, and sewing. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Claude...

Jerry N. Nangle

Jerry N. Nangle

Jul 4, 2014

Jerry N. Nangle Jerry N. Nangle, 70, of Tallmadge, passed away suddenly on July 4, 2014. He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Patricia. Jerry was the best husband, father, grandfather, and friend anyone could ever have. He also leaves his loving daughters, Kathy (Barry) Bowles, Cheryl (Gary) Hayslip, Suzette Bader (Mike Nichols); loving son, Jerry (Brandi)...

Robert C. Kinley, Sr.

Robert C. Kinley, Sr.

Jul 3, 2014

Robert C. Kinley, Sr., 84, of Akron, passed away July 3, 2014. He was born in Braxton County, West Virginia on May 3, 1930 to the late John and Martha Kinley. Bob worked for many years as a truck driver and always enjoyed putting his handy skills to work. He proudly served our country in the U.S. Army.In addition to...

Jacquelyn A. Dennison (Nee Main)

Jacquelyn A. Dennison (Nee Main)

Jul 3, 2014

Jacquelyn A. "Jackie" Dennison (nee Main) Jackie Dennison, 59, of Akron, passed away on July 3, 2014. She was born in Cleveland on October 6, 1954 to the late Fred and Regina Main. Jackie proudly served in the U.S. Air Force, earned a Master Degree in counseling from Troy State University, and was employed by the City of Akron. She...

Camden Cole

Camden Cole

Jul 1, 2014

Camden "Cam Kele" Cole Camden "Cam Kele" Cole, 16, went home to be with the Lord on July 1, 2014. He was born in Akron on September 6, 1997 and was a student at Springfield High School. Camden was one-of-a-kind. He had an artistic spirit and loved music, art, and journaling. His dream was to one day become a graphic...

Alice L. Velimirovich

Alice L. Velimirovich

Jul 1, 2014

Alice L. Velimirovich Alice L. Velimirovich, 88, passed away July 1, 2014 after a brief illness. She was preceded in death by her husband, Sam; brother, Frank Jr.; and sisters, Verna and Ethel. She is survived by son, James (Avis) Walkley; daughters, Amy Velimirovich, Pauli Hubbard, Nancy (Tom) Sampson, Kathy Velimirovich, Emily (Gary) Vestal; grandchildren, Gwen, Brandy, Samantha, David, Christina,...

Timothy Knotts

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

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

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

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

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...

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