Obituaries
Sandra Jean Mills
Apr 2, 2014
Sandra Jean Mills, 70, had her passport stamped for the last time on April 2, 2014. She will be dearly missed by her husband of 50 years, Jerry. She leaves behind her sister Norma McCrary, brother James (Stella) Burdette, Sister-in-Law Shirley Mills, many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Lonzo and...
Billie Moore
Apr 2, 2014
Billie Moore, born July 6, 1935 in Jewel Ridge, VA, passed away on April 2, 2014, at home, surrounded by family, after an 8 year battle with Alzheimer's. Billie came to Akron and found work at Parker Hannifin Co. where he retired from in January of 1998, with 44 years of service. His favorite pastime after retirement was playing solitaire,...
Lillian L. Woody
Apr 2, 2014
Lillian L. Woody, 88, of Tallmadge, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, April 2, 2014. She was born March 17, 1926 in Akron, Ohio to the late Charles and Lillian Wallace.Lillian is survived by her loving husband of 40 years, Albert Woody; sons, Shawn (Lola) Wagner and Duane (Cheryl) Wagner both of Phoenix, AZ; many other relatives and friends.Friends and family may...
Rodney K. Bowser
Apr 2, 2014
Rodney K. Bowser, of Tallmadge, was reunited with his long lost friend and beloved sister, Trina; sister-in-law, Susan Bowser; and his father, Willard Bowser on April 2, 2014. Born in Akron on October 3, 1957, Rodney enjoyed many hobbies, but loved, above all else, spending time with his family. Rodney leaves behind his loving daughters, Kasandra (David) Heidbrider, Brandi Bowser,...
Robert L. Lantz, Sr.
Apr 1, 2014
Our beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Robert L. Lantz, Sr., 88 years old, passed away on April 1, 2014. Dad lived a full life. Born May 6, 1925, to the late Harold and Pearl Lantz, in Philippi, WV. He moved to Akron at a young age and worked for Goodyear Tire and Rubber for 42 years. He joined the Masons...
Maxine June Kalapodis
Mar 31, 2014
Maxine June KalapodisMaxine June Kalapodis, 80, went to be with the Lord on March 31, 2014. She was born in Akron on June 15, 1933 to the late Robert and Orpha Berry. For a time, Maxine worked at Goodyear and modeled for the company's advertisements. Most of her life was devoted to raising her family. Maxine was a longtime member...
Debby Jernigan
Mar 30, 2014
Debby Jernigan, of Stow, passed away March 31, 2014. She was born in Akron on October 4, 1951. She was preceded in death by her twins, Robert and Charles; and father, Robert, and brother, Jeff Thompson.Debby is survived by her mother, Nellie Thompson; husband, Dan; daughters, Jessica and Rachel; granddaughter, Frances Jernigan-Clayton; son-in-law, Ted Clayton; brothers, Bob and Mark Thompson;...
Jane H. Virden
Mar 30, 2014
Jane H. Virden, 77, of Tallmadge, passed away March 30, 2014. She was born in Akron on January 10, 1937 to the late John and Henrietta Ciborek. Jane always made the holidays special for her family, especially her grandchildren. From Easter eggs hunts to decorating the house for Christmas. She loved to cook and was an avid reader. Her greatest...
Margaret G. Flint
Mar 30, 2014
Margaret G. Flint, 81, of Akron, passed away March 30, 2014. She was born in Salem, OH on October 22, 1932 to the late Charles and Mary Weaver. Margaret was an avid sport fan, but loved supporting the Lord's mission field even more. She was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene; daughter, Sandra and two brothers, Donald and C....
Delores Shingles Lykes
Mar 30, 2014
Delores "Reo" Shingles Lykes, 77, passed away peacefully Sunday, March 30, 2014 at her home in Akron. She was born October 11, 1936 in Hazard County, Kentucky to the late William and Emma Baker. She was the 8th of 10 children born to this union. She retired as Administrator from Middlebury Manor.Delores was preceded in death by her parents and...
Julia Ruth Robbins
Mar 29, 2014
Julia Ruth Robbins, 23, resident of Akron, was taken from her family and friends on March 29, 2014. We are all devastated at the loss of her and our lives will never be the same. We will carry her in our hearts forever. She was born October 29, 1990 in Akron, Ohio, graduated from East High School in 2009, and...
Sadie M. Watson
Mar 29, 2014
Sadie M. Watson (Holcomb)Sadie M. Watson,80, of Akron, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on March 29, 2014. She was born June 6, 1933 in Cranberry West Virginia to the late James and Annie Evans. Sadie retired from Goodyear Aerospace after 31 years of service. She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond E. Watson and...
Bettie F. Lynch
Mar 29, 2014
Bettie F. Lynch Bettie F. Lynch, 91, of Akron, passed away March 29, 2014. She was born on October 15, 1922 in Kingston, Pennsylvania. Bettie will always be remembered as a devoted wife and mother. She lived for her grandchildren and helped raise many of them. Bettie had a gift for shopping and particularly loved Coach purses and jewelry. It...
Phyllis Ann Miller
Mar 28, 2014
Phyllis Ann Miller Phyllis Ann Miller, 76, of Akron, passed away March 28, 2014. She was born in Cambridge, Ohio on November 26, 1937 to the late Cornelius and Margaret Miller. Phyllis retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. and attended Blessed Trinity Church, formerly St. Martha Church. In her free time she was an avid golfer, gardener, and card...
James Edwards, Sr.
Mar 28, 2014
James "Lonnie" Edwards, Sr., 66, resident of New Franklin, passed away on Friday, March 28, 2014 in Barberton, Ohio. He was born December 27, 1947 in Akron, Ohio to the late James and Mildred Edwards. Lonnie loved classic cars, fishing, and being 'PaPa' to his grandchildren. He served in the U.S. Army during Vietnam and was awarded several honors including...
Mary Smith
Mar 28, 2014
Mary Smith, born July 10, 1916, passed away on March 28, 2014, surrounded by family. She was a beloved mother, grandma, and friend. Preceded in death by her husband, Earl; and infant daughter, Mary. She is survived by her daughters, Shirley and Mae; sons, William and Frank; 13 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends. Even...
Dr. Brucea. Baxter
Mar 26, 2014
Dr. Bruce Anthony Baxter Dr. Bruce Anthony Baxter, 60, formerly of Akron, passed away March 26, 2014 surrounded by his family after a long, courageous battle with Leukemia. Bruce was born in Garrett, IN and was preceded in death by his parents, Ross and Phyllis Baxter and brother, Mark Baxter of Canton. Sister, Candace Miller resides in Billings, MO. Bruce...
Earl R. Kelvington, Jr.
Mar 25, 2014
Earl R. Kelvington, Jr., 82, of Springfield Twp., went to be with Jesus his Lord and Savior on March 25, 2014. Preceded in death by his parents, Earl R. Kelvington, Sr. and Martha M. Kelvington; and son, William Ross Kelvington. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Lois; son, Earl R. Kelvington, III (Sharon), of Tallmadge; grandsons, Luke...
Jennifer L. Smiley
Mar 25, 2014
Jennifer L. Smiley, 38, resident of Akron, Ohio, passed away suddenly March 25, 2014. She was born September 8, 1975 in Barberton, Ohio. Jennifer had a kind and gentle spirit and will be greatly missed. Jennifer was preceded in death by her father, Raymond M. Smiley. She is survived by her mother, Vicki L. Smiley; son, Steven P. Yacobucci; daughter,...
Helen L. Mason
Mar 23, 2014
Helen L. Mason (Salzwimmer, 90, resident of Tallmadge, Ohio, passed away Sunday, March 23, 2014. She was born September 9, 1923 in Harrisville, West Virginia to the late John and Ena Tustin. Helen graduated from Cairo High School in 1942. She graduated first in her sewing class and continued her love for sewing by making gifts for all of her...
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