Obituaries
Carol Ann Bortell
Apr 21, 2014
Carol Ann Bortell, 69, passed away on April 21, 2014. She was born in Portland, Maine on August 20, 1944 to Winifred and Catherine Bortell.
Clyde W. Tate, Sr.
Apr 20, 2014
Clyde W. Tate, Sr., 82, of Akron, passed away on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2014. He was born in Gassaway, Tennessee on July 30, 1931 to the late Medford and Luzettia Tate. Clyde proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was a lifetime member of many organizations throughout the years and Master Mason with...
Victor Scott Freeman
Apr 20, 2014
Victor Scott Freeman, 56, of Akron, passed peacefully April 20, 2014. He was born in Barberton, OH on August 22, 1957. Scott was a graduate of Springfield High School Class of 1976.Preceded in death by his beloved Mom, Bobbi Joann Price; Step-mother, Carolyn Freeman. Scott is survived by his father, Dewey Freeman; step-dad, Glen Price; brothers, Stephen (Kathleen) and Jeffrey;...
Donald C. Neal
Apr 20, 2014
Donald C. Neal, 76, of Akron, passed away April 20, 2014. He was born in Akron, Ohio on November 2, 1937 to the late Donald and Frances Neal. Don retired from General Die Casters and also worked as a truck driver. He loved horses, Nascar, and playing his guitar.In addition to his parents, Donald was preceded in death by his...
John K. Bergreen, Sr.
Apr 19, 2014
John K. Bergreen, Sr., of Cuyahoga Falls, 49, passed away April 19, 2014. He was born in Sarasota, FL on November 16, 1964. John worked at Rayco for 26 years and was a member of AA for the last three plus years.He was preceded in death by his father, Ralph Bergreen, Sr.; brother, Xavier; great-niece, Ashlie L. Keefer.John is survived...
James A. Grow
Apr 19, 2014
James A. Grow, 92, of Springfield Township, passed away April 19, 2014. Jim was born May 18, 1921 in Uniontown, PA to the late Abraham and Margaret Grow. Jim was a member of The Chapel since 1952 where he served with his wife, Marjorie as teacher and as department head over grades 1 through 6 in the Sunday School Department...
Nadine R. Nolan
Apr 17, 2014
Nadine R. "Dee" Nolan, 55, passed away on April 17, 2014. Dee was a long-time resident of Manchester. Preceded in death by her brother, Dennis; father, James; and grandparents, Mollie and Carl Braucher. She is survived by her mother, Jacqueline Nolan; sister, Patricia Wright; nieces, Casey and Darci; nephew, Keith; dear friend and companion, Michael Hobden; great-niece, Lily; great-nephew, Landen;...
Narcie Hay Stover (Carpenter)
Apr 17, 2014
Narcie Hay Stover (Carpenter), daughter of Kinzy and Narcie Carpenter, peacefully passed on Thursday, April 17, 2014, surrounded by family. She was born in Akron on September 8, 1926 and had been a resident of Brimfield for 50 years. Survivors include sons, Stanley (Brenda) Wheeler, James T. Hay, Dave (Rhonda) Hay; daughters, Carol Hay, Sherry (Jerry) Eck; loving son-in-law, Don...
John Lionetti
Apr 17, 2014
John Lionetti, 86, passed away on April 17, 2014, after a short illness. Born in Cassano DelMurge in Italy in 1928. His parents, Vincent and Irene, 5 brothers and 5 sisters all preceded him in death. He leaves behind his wife of 53 years, Dorothy; 2 daughters, Irene Lionetti and Susette Loughney; 2 grandchildren, Derek and Mystie; 2 great-grandchildren, Savannah...
Gina J. Myers
Apr 16, 2014
Gina J. Myers, 56, went to be with the Lord on April 16, 2014. Preceded in death by parents, Robert Huth and Patricia Ellison; brothers, David, Danny, and Donald; granddaughter, JoLynn. Survivors include sons, Robert (Monica) Jaggers and Dan (Dianne) Jaggers; daughter, Tyfni (Tim) Lewis; many grandchildren; sisters, Gayle Chapline and Glenda Emerson; stepmother, Arlene Huth. A private memorial service...
Jay W. Metzler
Apr 16, 2014
Jay W. Metzler, 75, of Clinton, Ohio, passed away April 16, 2014. He was born in Akron, Ohio on September 3, 1938 to the late Fred and Margaret Metzler. Jay retired as a driver for Summit County MRDD, a job which he thoroughly enjoyed, along with surf and deep sea fishing in the Outer Banks of North Carolina. He loved...
Perry C. Frymier
Apr 15, 2014
Perry C. Frymier, 57, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away April 15, 2014. He was born in Akron on April 15, 1957. Perry is survived by his children, Donald, Crystal and April; brothers, Jimmy and Billy. A Celebration of Life Gathering will take place on Friday, April 25, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Moose Lodge, 4444 State Rd., Peninsula, OH 44264.
Donald F. Husk
Apr 15, 2014
Donald F. Husk, 84, of Tallmadge, passed away April 15, 2014. Donald was born in Salem, West Virginia on September 15, 1929 to the late William and Vallie Husk. He served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. A 'jack of all trades,' Don loved to tinker around, collect and build projects. He retired from Chrysler after...
Anna D. Roberts
Apr 15, 2014
Anna D. Roberts, 86, of Hartville, passed away April 15, 2014. She was born in Mingo Junction, OH on September 11, 1927 to the late John and Martha Dojonovic. She was a lifetime resident of Steubenville, OH and was employed for over 38 years by the Social Security Administration where she retired as the regional manager in 1986. Anna was...
Anna Rose Pisanelli
Apr 13, 2014
Anna Rose Pisanelli, 84, went home to be with the Lord on April 13, 2014. She was born in Akron, OH on July 21, 1929 to the late Dominic and Adeline Santoferraro. Nita loved her husband, children and grandchildren. She enjoyed gardening, crafts, sewing, cooking, and serving the Lord through her church. She was a beautiful and loving person who...
Julie Ann Burse
Apr 12, 2014
Julie Ann Burse, born July 10, 1962, passed away suddenly on April 12, 2014. Julie leaves behind her life companion, Robert Nihart; stepchildren, Craig and Christopher; mother, Janice Burse; father, William (Diana) Burse; brother, Wayne Burse; and many aunts and uncles. She was preceded in death by her sister, Jill Burse. There will be no calling hours and cremation has...
Charles J. Smith
Apr 12, 2014
Charles J. Smith, 73, passed away on April 12, 2014, with his family by his side. Charlie was born on January 25, 1941 in Akron, to the late Paul and Lillian (Rizzo) Smith. He attended St. Sebastian grade school and graduated from St. Vincent High School, Class of 1959. After recovering from a sports-related injury, he returned to Akron University...
Cleotha Johnson
Apr 11, 2014
Cleotha Johnson Cleotha Johnson, 78, of Akron, passed away April 11, 2014. He was born March 11, 1936 in Athens, Louisiana to the late Leslie and Mabel (Kinsey) Johnson. Cleotha loved playing cards, going to the casinos and racetracks, and playing the lottery. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother S. J. Johnson; sister, Louidell Burns; niece, Jan...
Russell E. Croghan
Apr 11, 2014
Russell E. Croghan, 59 , of Akron, was welcomed by his Lord and Savior into heaven April 11, 2014. He was born in Akron, Ohio on July 27, 1954. Russ reformed his life through his church and his involvement with AA. He was an avid golfer, fisherman, devoted grandfather and a good friend to many. Russell was preceded in death...
Edith C. Stevens
Apr 11, 2014
Edith "Bunny" Stevens, 69, of Akron, passed away April 11, 2014 in the care of Hospice at Pebble Creek. She was born in Sommerset, Pennsylvania on December 14, 1944 to the late John and Nancy Reese. Bunny worked at Infocision for over 15 years and prided herself on her many successes.In addition to her parents, Bunny was preceded in death...
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