Obituaries
Joseph E. Burger
May 25, 2014
Joseph E. Burger left this world on May 25, 2014 to be with the Lord. He was born in Akron on April 13, 1957. Preceded in death by his father, Richard; sisters, Sandy and Angie; great-aunt, Agnes; and his buddy and uncle, George "Red". He is survived by daughter, Marie; son, Joseph (Alli); mother, Connie; grandchildren, Austin, Johnny, Jacob, Curtis,...
Joanne "Goldie"Hileman Kopsky
May 23, 2014
Joanne "Goldie" Hileman Kopsky, 85, passed away May 23rd, 2014 at her home in Akron with her son, Jon, by her side. She was born July 1st, 1928 in Akron, Ohio to the late Lawton and Mary Jane Hileman. In addition to her parents, Goldie was preceded in death by her loving husband, Fred Kopsky. She will be greatly missed...
Harry B. Cochran
May 23, 2014
Harry B. Cochran Harry B. Cochran, 89 years old, went home to be with the Lord Friday, May 23, 2014. Harry was born in Removal, WV to Peter J. and Eula Cochran, both deceased. Harry was a born again believer in Christ. He was a member of The Chapel for 63 years, an active member having served in several areas...
Joyce Ann Sizemore
May 23, 2014
Joyce Ann Sizemore, 73, of Belleview, Florida, passed away suddenly on May 23, 2014 while visiting her family in Ohio. She was born July 20, 1940 in Warren, Ohio to the late Jack and Edith Lewis. Joyce attended Chalker High School in Southington, Ohio and retired from Lockheed Martin in Silver Springs, Florida. Over the past decade, she became involved...
Terrell W. Sisson
May 22, 2014
Terrell W. Sisson, 68, was called home to be with the Lord on May 22, 2014. Terry served with the US Army Infantry in Vietnam. He retired from Nickles Bakery in Mogadore after 17 years of service. Terry loved fishing, working in his yard, and his beloved Beagle, Sophie, and cat, Snookie.Survivors include his beloved wife, Liz, of 37 years;...
William Roy Cross
May 22, 2014
William Roy Cross, age 54, born on February 10, 1960 and called home to God on May 22nd, 2014. He wore many different hats throughout his life and helped anyone who needed it. He was one of the best men with a golden heart and a loving soul. He always said, "I never met a stranger only a friend I...
James H. Martin
May 22, 2014
James H. Martin "fought the good fight" while on this earth, and went to join his Lord and Savior on May 22, 2014. Jim was born in Delhi, Louisiana on December 24, 1941 to Johnnie and Lloyd Martin. During his life he served many roles as loving husband and soul mate, father, "Papaw", son, brother, uncle, neighbor, and friend. He...
Nick Yukie
May 20, 2014
Nick Yukie Nick Yukie went to see his Lord and Savior on May 20, 2014 where he is leading the heavenly choir. He retired after 38 years from Continental Baking Company (Wonder Bread/Hostess). He was a US Army Medic in WW II. He was a great husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He loved his family, music, and golf. He was...
Johnny Stroud
May 20, 2014
Johnny "Pam" Stroud, 67, of Akron, passed away May 20, 2014. He was born in Montgomery, AL on February 16, 1947 to the late Johnny and Susie Stroud. He was preceded in death by his son, Johnny Clifford Stroud and brother, Dwight Stroud. Johnny enjoyed shopping, travelling, hiking the Metro Parks, collecting sailboats and radio controlled cars and trucks, working...
Emma Mary Archer
May 20, 2014
Emma Mary Archer Emma Mary Archer, born September 22, 1915, went to her heavenly home on May 20, 2014. Preceded in death by husband, Howard; sons, Wilbur and Fred; daughters, Jeannie and Sandy; and three grandsons. She is survived by daughter, Sherrie Hawn (Dale); son, John Archer (Joyce); special granddaughters, Deanna, Christie, Jeannie, and Dawn; special grandsons, Jeff, Billie, Fred,...
William B. Kandiko
May 19, 2014
William B. "Bill" Kandiko, 91, of Andover, Ohio passed away May 19, 2014. He was born April 25, 1923 in Akron, Ohio to the late Joseph and Anna Kandiko. Bill proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during WWII and Korean War. He was also very proud of his Hungarian heritage and maintained his confident sense of humor. Bill...
Mary Ann Scaia
May 18, 2014
Mary Ann (Burbick, Dimit) Scaia Mary Ann Scaia went home to her heavenly father's arms on May 18, 2014. Having celebrated 51 years of marriage November 22, 2013, her priority was her family and her grandchildren. She was a member of Nativity of the Lord Jesus Catholic Church in Akron. She loved entertaining and having parties for holidays and events....
Gladys M. Bland
May 18, 2014
Gladys M. Bland, 93, of Akron, passed away May 18, 2014. She was born in Pine Grove, WV on August 7, 1920 to the late Dennis and Clara Fankhouser. Gladys was a member of Ernest Angley's Grace Cathedral where she ushered for over 30 years.She was preceded in death by her husband, Russell; brother, Dennis Fankhouser and sister, Merle Howell.Gladys...
Charles Wayne Oliver
May 17, 2014
Charles Wayne Oliver "Chuck"Chuck Oliver, 44, of Akron, passed away suddenly on May 17, 2014. He was born in Akron on July 4, 1969. Chuck's family wishes to thank the Archwood Bar for their generous outpouring of support. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at a later date.
Lane Edward Orem, Sr.
May 17, 2014
Lane Edward Orem, Sr., 81, of Akron, passed away May 17, 2014. He was born in Akron on March 1, 1933 to the late Hod and Pauline Orem. Lane served 3 years in the U.S. Navy and was a member of the Air Force Reserves. He served as a police officer with the Akron Police Department for 33 years. He...
Dennis Haines Chapman
May 17, 2014
Dennis Haines Chapman, 71, of Akron, passed away May 17, 2014. He was born in Akron on May 6, 1943. Denny was a loving husband, wonderful father, great Papa, and special friend. He was a true Renaissance man: a poet, composer, counselor, teacher, performer, golfer and fanatic Cleveland Brown's fan. He was a member of Victory Masonic Lodge, Past Monarch...
Alfred L. Lepley
May 16, 2014
Alfred L. Lepley, 71, passed away on May 16, 2014, surrounded by his loving family. Al was born on April 23, 1943 in Barberton. He graduated from Springfield High School, where he was a member of the Alumni Marching Band and served with the US Air Force for 6 years. He was a member of Trinity Church of the Nazarene....
Joyce D. Hartley
May 16, 2014
Joyce D. Hartley, 61, of Akron, passed away May 16, 2014. She was born in Charlotte, NC on March 21, 1953 to the late Luke and Evelyn Woods.Joyce was employed at Mullberry Gardens for seven years where she loved working with the residents. Her greatest passion was her grandchildren. Joyce is survived by her husband, Jim; children, John Predico and...
Tommie J. Graber (Nee Neal)
May 15, 2014
Tommie J. Graber (nee Neal), 59, passed away on May 15, 2014, after a 9 year battle with cancer. She was born in Ravenna on April 13, 1955, to the late Thomas and Nancy Neal. Survivors include her husband, Bud, of 40 years; children, Sarah K. Muth and Paul A. (fiancée, Danielle) Graber, III. She was Grammy to Shaelin P....
Dannie R. Mallicoat
May 12, 2014
Dannie R. Mallicoat, 61, passed away on May 12, 2014. Preceded in death by his wife, Judy; parents, Oscar and Wanda Lee Mallicoat. Survivors include daughters, Michelle, Stacy, and Jennifer; grandchildren, Jasmine, Logan, Zoey, and Sammy; brother, Ira, of Bean Station, TN; special friends, Frank Malterer and Diana Furby; and numerous other family members in Tennessee. Per Dannie's wishes, cremation...
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