Obituaries
Sondra Jean Mchan
Feb 16, 2014
Sondra Jean McHan, 74, resident of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away Sunday, February 16, 2014. She was born November 21, 1939 in Uniontown, PA to the late William Crawford and Margaret Prince. Sondra retired from Summit County Environmental Services after 24 years. She loved watching the Cleveland Indians, Friday Night Poker with the family and bus trips with her daughters. She...
Neval T. Chaney, Jr.
Feb 16, 2014
Neval T. Chaney, Jr., 79, went home to be with his Savior on Sunday, February 16, 2014. He was born on July 9, 1934 in Akron, Ohio to the late Neval T., Sr. and Laura Chaney. Neval was a great grandfather and loved his family. He was a member of Tallmadge Alliance Church and later attended Falls Creek Community Church....
Paul Glenn Hersek
Feb 16, 2014
Paul Glenn Hersek, 81, of Brimfield, OH, passed away peacefully Sunday morning on February 16, 2014. He was born in Akron, OH on January 26, 1933 to the late Mike and Adeline Hersek. Paul grew up in and raised his family in Tallmadge, OH. He spent 4 years in the Navy – serving during the Korean Conflict where he sailed...
Ruth M. Buker
Feb 16, 2014
Ruth M. Buker Ruth M. Buker, 59, passed away February 16, 2014. She was born on November 9, 1954 in Akron. Ruth retired from Euclid Garment Manufacturing in Kent. She was preceded in death by her foster mother, Edith Nuzum. She will be deeply missed by her foster father, Carl (Lois) Nuzum; brother, Carl (Cheryl) Snider of Overland Park, KS;...
Joe M. Jeffress
Feb 16, 2014
Joe M. Jeffress Joe M. Jeffress, 85, of Ravenna, gained his wings on February 16, 2014. He was born on July 7, 1928 in Greenway, Arkansas to the late Boyce and Bezzie Jeffress. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War, having served from 1950-1953. Upon returning home, he married his beloved wife Donna and worked as a...
Denise L. Estlock (Nee Riddle)
Feb 15, 2014
Denise L. Estlock (nee Riddle), 45, was called home on February 15, 2014. She was a member of Springfield Baptist Church and enjoyed walking in the Metro Parks, animals, Horseback riding, and spending time with her family. Preceded in death by her grandparents; and her father, Dennis Riddle. Survivors include her husband, Earl "Rusty", of 24 years; sons, Shane and...
Michael R. Mise, Sr.
Feb 15, 2014
Michael R. Mise, Sr., 70, passed away on Saturday, February 15, 2014 following a prolonged illness. He was born on April 20, 1943 in Akron, Ohio to the late William Mise and Katheryne Stefek. Michael served his country in the U.S. Navy. He loved collecting antiques, woodworking and rescuing animals. Michael is survived by his wife Rebecca Haymaker-Mise, sons Michael...
Warren G. Mitchell Jr.
Feb 14, 2014
Warren G. Mitchell Jr., 65, passed asway suddenly on February 14, 2014. He was born on August 6, 1948 to the late Warren Sr. and Delma Mitchell. He is is survived by his wife, Sheila.
Helen R. Malson
Feb 12, 2014
Helen R. MalsonHelen R. Malson, 81, joined her family on February 12, 2014. Helen retired from the Diamond Towel Supply after 45 years of service. She was a member of Lakemore Methodist Church. She enjoyed taking pictures, keeping up with family history, the smell of the water at Springfield Lake. Preceded in death by her parents, Harley and Elva; sisters,...
William F. Osborne
Feb 12, 2014
William F. "Bill" Osborne, 77, passed away on Wednesday, February 12. 2014. He was born on May 4, 1936 in Kenova, West Virginia to the late Jack and Alline Osborne. Bill was a very loving father and husband. He served his country in the U.S. Navy and retired from Ohio Edison (Gorge plant) in 1992. Bill was preceded in death...
Harlan Eugene Montis
Feb 11, 2014
Harlan Eugene Montis Harlan Eugene, 90, of Akron, passed away February 11, 2014. He was born in Akron on March 14, 1923 to the late Harlan H. and Frieda Montis. He was a World War II veteran, having served in the U.S. Army from 1942 - 1945. He spent his entire career as a journeyman machinist. Harlan was a devoted...
Barbara E. Barnes-Morgan
Feb 11, 2014
Barbara E. Barnes-Morgan, 79, of Tallmadge, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 11, 2014. She was born on March 10, 1934 in Akron, Ohio to the late Harold and Fern Johnson. Barbara was a devout Christian woman, wife and mother. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, first husband Jerry D. Barnes, Sr. and brother Raymond Johnson. She...
Betty A. Howard
Feb 10, 2014
Betty A. Howard Betty A. Howard (Moncrief), 85, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Monday, February 10, 2014. Betty was born May 17, 1928 in Akron, and lived her life in the Tallmadge/Cuyahoga Falls areas. She graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School in 1946, and held several secretarial positions from 1946 until her retirement from Kent State...
Tun Shein
Feb 10, 2014
Tun Shein, 63, passed away on Monday, February 10. He was born in Burma on January 1, 195.Family and friends may call on Saturday, February 15, from 12-1 p.m. at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd., where funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 15 at 1 p.m. Burial at Glendale Cemetery, Akron, OH.
Dan D. Wilson, Sr.
Feb 9, 2014
Dan D. Wilson, Sr., 66, passed away on Sunday, February 9, 2014 at his home in Lakemore, Ohio. He was born on July 15, 1947 in Akron, Ohio to the late Frank and Dorothy Wilson. Dan was preceded in death by his parents, 2 sisters and 3 brothers. He is survived by his loving wife 29 years Connie Wilson, children;...
Mark C. Hodgkiss
Feb 8, 2014
Mark C. Hodgkiss, 54, passed away on Saturday, February 8, 2014. Born October 6, 1959, he was a graduate of Archbishop Hoban and resided in Akron all his life. He was preceded in death by his mother, Judy Hodgkiss, of Akron; and brother, Robert Hodgkiss, of Akron. Survived by daughter, Haley (Nick) Wilhelm, of Atwater; sons, Cullen and Quinn Hodgkiss,...
Chris O. Martin
Feb 8, 2014
Christopher O. "Chris" Martin, 38, passed away on Saturday, February 8, 2014 at his home in Tallmadge, Ohio. He was born on July 5, 1975 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Chris studied business at Vincennes University in Indiana where he became a member of Sigma Nu fraternity. He also loved his time as a DJ for many celebratory events throughout the area....
Artie Louise(Jorden) Yaw
Feb 8, 2014
Artie Louise (Jorden) Yaw passed into the arms of the Lord on February 8, 2014 at the age of 86 after a prolonged illness. She was born in Ohio on August 21, 1927 and resided in Akron for most of her married life.She retired from Fazio's Supermarket where she was loved by the many customers she spoke with daily. Artie...
Juanita Hollis-Emerick
Feb 4, 2014
Juanita Hollis-Emerick, born December 22, 1943, passed away peacefully in her sleep on February 4, 2014, at her home in Zephyrhills, Florida. After a lifetime of caring for others, Nita, her husband Larry, and beloved dog Chans, moved to Florida 3 years ago to enjoy retirement and be near Nita's brother, Russell (Judith) Booth and Larry's son, Kevin. Having spent...
Rosa Samuels
Feb 4, 2014
Rosa Lee Samuels, 84, of Tompkinsville, KY passed away Tuesday, February 4th, at Monroe Health and Rehab Center, in Tompkinsville, KY. Rosa was born in Decater, Alabama on January 15, 1930, a daughter of the late Mrytis (Butler) Lindsay and Theodore R. Lindsey. On June 21, 1947 at Louisville, KY she married Charles Edward Samuels, who precedes her in death....
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