Obituaries
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...
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...
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