Obituaries

Roy W. Poe

Roy W. Poe

Jan 25, 2014

Roy W. Poe, 64, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away January 25, 2014. He was born in Wayne, WV on January 14, 1950.He was preceded in death by his mother, Elouise. Roy is survived by his loving wife, Judy, of 36 years; father, James (Gladys); sons, Matthew and Jason (Heather); daughter, Sarah (Carel); grandchildren, Zach, Browdy, Lily, Brandon and MacKenzie; brother,...

Robert D. Bergdorf

Robert D. Bergdorf

Jan 23, 2014

Robert D. "Bob" Bergdorf, 79, passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2014. He was born June 28, 1934 in Akron, Ohio to the late Reynold and Pauline Bergdorf. Bob retired from the City of Akron after 30 years of service and was a member of the Tadmor Shriners as well as a 32nd Degree Mason with Joppa Lodge 666. He...

Helen J. Ballew

Helen J. Ballew

Jan 22, 2014

Helen J. Ballew, 77, went to Heaven on January 22. 2014. Helen is survived by her devoted husband of 62 years, John T., children; Brenda (Jim), Jimmy and Talma, brother Bill (Cheyenne), 8 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. Friends and family may call 4-6 pm on Sunday, January 26, 2014 at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton...

Joseph William Howland

Joseph William Howland

Jan 22, 2014

Joseph William Howland Joseph William Howland, 57, went to be with the Lord suddenly on January 22, 2014. He was born in Akron on October 5, 1956 to William and Mary Howland. He served as a pastor and devoted his life to Jesus. He will always be remembered as a loving father and grandfather. Joe was a Teamster with Local...

Hazel Louise Champ (Shilts)

Hazel Louise Champ (Shilts)

Jan 21, 2014

Hazel Louise Champ (Shilts), 89, passed away on Monday, January 27, 2014. She was born on July 16, 1924 in Akron, Ohio to the late Melvin and Edna Boone. Hazel retired from Custom Beverage as an office manager and loved quilting and crocheting for her loved ones. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother and great grandmother who made every family...

Ray Lynn Teets

Ray Lynn Teets

Jan 21, 2014

Ray Lynn Teets, 65, passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2014. He was born on October 29, 1948 in Akron, Ohio to the late Ray and Mary Teets. Ray served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War and worked as a radio and automotive mechanic. He was a kind-hearted and trusting man who always held a positive outlook. Ray...

James R. Boal

James R. Boal

Jan 21, 2014

James R. "Jim" Boal, 62, passed away on January 21, 2014. Jim retired from the US Postal Service after 38 years of service. He also worked part-time at KC's Dugout, acting as Kenny's "right-hand man". Preceded in death by his parents, Christopher and Margaret "Peg" Boal; 2 brothers; and 2 sisters. He is survived by his wife, Deborah; son, Shawn;...

James Harold Anderson

James Harold Anderson

Jan 20, 2014

James Anderson, 86, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on January 20, 2014. He was born in Spencer, WV on September 18, 1927 to the late Richard and Hettie Anderson. Jim retired from Goodyear in 1985 after 35 years of service. He was a member of the Akron Baptist Temple.Jim was preceded in death by his brother,...

Charles Eugene Jarvis

Charles Eugene Jarvis

Jan 19, 2014

Charles (Gene) E. Jarvis, 66, of Akron, passed away January 19, 2014. He was born in Akron on June 22, 1947 to the late Charles and Orma Jarvis. Gene is survived by his daughters, Lisa, Nikki, Jenny and Skye; grandson, Zach and granddaughter, Ava; brothers, Jennings (Betty), Fred (Laurie) and Frank (Sue); sisters, Doris and Susan.

Marilyn Robison

Marilyn Robison

Jan 19, 2014

Marilyn "Jo" Robison (nee Thornton), 70, passed away on January 19, 2014. She is survived by sons, Henry C. Flege, III and William D. (Sherry Bailey) Flege; daughters, Kristin D. Peterson and Jodie M. (David W.) Adams; grandchildren, Tyler P., William C., Clifford J., and Daniel D. Flege, Shannon J. and David L. Bachman, Kaitlyn L. Peterson, David W., Kevin...

Jean B. Evans

Jean B. Evans

Jan 19, 2014

Jean B. Evans, 88, of Akron, passed away January 19, 2014. She was born in Belleville, NJ on February 14, 1925 to the late Stanley and Julia Brown. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert and grandson, Anthony Weakland. Jean is survived by her daughters, Linda (David) Edgington, Robin (Craig) Walters, Julie (Mark) Weakland and Judy Long; 7...

Cara Sue Peterson

Cara Sue Peterson

Jan 18, 2014

Cara Sue (Moyer) Peterson, 69, passed away on January 18, 2014. She was born on January 6, 1945 in Wesson, WV. She was a long-time resident of Akron. Cara was a member of the Orioles Club and the American Legion, Post 449. She loved spending time with her family and socializing. Preceded in death by parents, Perk and Ethel Woofter;...

Donald L. Cole

Donald L. Cole

Jan 18, 2014

Donald L. Cole, 64, of Tallmadge, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2014. He was born October 30, 1949 in Richwood, West Virginia. He loved his sports, especially football, and rooting for his Cleveland Browns. Donald is survived by his mother Lois Cole, sister Pamela Poling, nephew Kenneth Poling, best friend Mickey Kegg and many more friends and family....

Anne L. Glynn

Anne L. Glynn

Jan 18, 2014

Anne L. Glynn Anne L. Glynn, 94, passed away January 18, 2014. She was born May 20, 1919 in Youngstown, Ohio to the late Ernest and Hazel Hayes. Anne was a longtime, faithful member of Grace Baptist Church. For many years she volunteered with Don Plusquellic's mayoral campaigns and worked at various polling stations. She was preceded in death by...

Lewis Eddie Beal

Lewis Eddie Beal

Jan 17, 2014

Lewis Eddie Beal Lewis Eddie Beal, 73, of Akron, passed away January 17, 2014. He was born in Akron on January 30, 1940 to the late Lewis and Edna Beal. Lewis retired from Babcock & Wilcox after 45 years of service. He will always be remembered for his selfless nature and generosity. Lewis will be deeply missed by all who...

Pauline A. Hawk

Pauline A. Hawk

Jan 17, 2014

Pauline A. Hawk Pauline A. Hawk, 62, of Akron, passed away on January 17, 2014. She was born in Barberton on June 5, 1951 and graduated from Ellet High School in 1969. Pauline was employed with Akron City Summa Hospital. She will always be remembered for being a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who loved everyone she met. She accepted...

Patricia A. Plymire

Patricia A. Plymire

Jan 17, 2014

Patricia A. Plymire Patricia A. Plymire, 60, of Akron, Ohio passed away surrounded by her family on January 17, 2014. Patricia was born in Akron on July 29, 1953. Patricia was married to Virgil G. Plymire on October 14, 1972. Patricia enjoyed cooking and spending time with her family. Patricia is survived by the love of her life, Virgil; mother,...

Dorothy Rita Canter

Dorothy Rita Canter

Jan 17, 2014

Dorothy Rita Canter Dorothy Rita Canter, 84, of Akron, passed away January 17, 2014. She was born in Akron on September 25, 1929. Dorothy served as a Girl Scout leader and was a competitive bowler and ballroom dancer. She was a longtime member of Allenside Presbyterian Church. She was devoted to her family and will be truly missed. Dorothy was...

Barbara Ann Ross-Wick

Barbara Ann Ross-Wick

Jan 16, 2014

Barbara Ann Ross-Wick, 74, passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2014. She was born June 25, 1939 in Akron, Ohio to the late Harry and Delores Snyder. Barbara was a strong woman, wonderful wife and a loving mother and grandmother. Barbara is survived by her husband Ron Wick of Boardman, OH, children; Michelle Wick of Medina, OH, Debbie (Ed) Thomas...

Walter J. Bauer

Walter J. Bauer

Jan 16, 2014

Walter J. BauerWalter J. Bauer, 97, of Akron, passed away January 16, 2014. He was born in Akron on March 23, 1916 to the late John and Maude Bauer.Walter was a lifelong member of Trinity U.C.C. and resident of North Hill, having recently moved to Western Reserve Masonic Community. He graduated from North High School and attended college in Valparaiso,...

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