Obituaries
Sylvia A. Lyall
Jan 4, 2014
Sylvia A. Lyall, 93, passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2014. She was born August 11, 1920 in Weston, WV to the late Daniel and Rita Eagle. Sylvia enjoyed traveling, camping, fishing and visiting the casinos. Sylvia was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years Willard H. Lyall, son Robert Henry Lyall, 3 brothers, 2 sisters and parents....
Andrew J. Howd
Jan 3, 2014
Andrew J. "A.J." Howd, 29, passed away suddenly on Friday, January 3, 2014 at his home in Akron. He was born July 5, 1984 in Akron. A.J. was preceded in death by his father David Howd, Sr. and grandfather Robert E. Howd. He is survived by his daughter Autumn Howd, mother Cheryl Howd, brother David (Ronnell) Howd, Jr., grandmother Mary...
James C. Christner
Jan 3, 2014
James C. Christner "Papa" James C. Christner, 68, passed away January 3, 2014. He was born in Salisbury, Pennsylvania on August 29, 1945 to the late Ralph and Sadie Christner. As a child, Jim's friends called him "Speedy". He came to Ohio when he was seventeen and was married to the love of his life, Shirley, for 38 years before...
Duan Longgood
Jan 2, 2014
Duan "Woo" Longgood, 56, of Akron, passed away January 2, 2014. He was born in Akron, OH on December 26, 1957. Duan is survived by his loving wife, Johna; daughter, MaryJean (Rob) Mollica; granddaughter, Markie; sister, Debbie (Mike) Walker; brothers, Robert and Ronald Angles and many close relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held at Williard United Church...
Joyce A. Hysell
Jan 2, 2014
Joyce A. Hysell, 74, passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2014 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born June 16, 1939 in Barberton, Ohio and was a lifetime resident of Akron. Joyce was a longtime member of Gospel Crusaders Church and served as Trustee for the Ohio Country Western Music Assoc. She retired from Gojo and was...
Mildred M. Wright
Jan 2, 2014
Mildred M. Wright, 93, went to be with the Lord on January 2, 2014. She was a lifelong member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Kent. Mildred enjoyed playing Bingo and Yahtzee with her great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband, Bernard; her daughter, Sandy; and granddaughter, Cindy. She is survived by son, Denny (Fina); daughter, Susan (Ron) Cox; 10...
Monica D. Fragola
Jan 1, 2014
Monica D. Fragola, 89, went to heaven on January 1, 2014. Monica was a lifetime member of the Army-Navy Club and various organizations in the area. She is survived by daughter, Dianne Graham; son, Fred Fragola; grandchildren, Vincent and Nicholas Campiti, both of Dallas, TX; 5 great-grandchildren; sister, Ramona Egli; brother, George Derr. Calling hours will be Tuesday, 4-6 p.m....
David E. Jones
Dec 30, 2013
David E. Jones, 76, passed away on Monday, December 30, 2013 at his home in Suffield. He was born September 18, 1937 in Akron to the late Jesse and Garnet Jones. David graduated from North High School Class of '55, joined the U.S. Marine Corps and retired after 30 years as a Lieutenant with the City of Akron Police Department....
Edgar B. Hopkins, Jr.
Dec 29, 2013
Edgar B. Hopkins, Jr. Edgar B. Hopkins, Jr., 92, of Suffield, went home to be with the Lord on December 29, 2013. Edgar accepted Christ as an adult and from that day forward, he lived his life for the Lord. Over the years, he belonged to several churches and served as a trustee, greeter, deacon, elder, Sunday School Superintendent, youth...
Loretta E. Billman
Dec 28, 2013
Loretta E. Billman, 77, of Akron, passed away December 28, 2013. She was born in Cleveland, OH on July 17, 1936 to the late Richard and Mary O'Shaughnessy. Loretta loved music, singing in the Annunciation choir and spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Phillip, of 49 years; brother, Rev. Father Patrick O'Shaughnessy; sisters,...
Patricia Williams
Dec 28, 2013
Pat Williams, 86, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away peacefully into the arms of her God on December 28, 2013. Born in Wellsburg, WV on August 15, 1927. Pat was a quiet, gentle soul who never said an unkind word to anyone. She taught her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren how to live and love by example. She had a great sense...
Steve Varga Jr.
Dec 27, 2013
Steve Varga Jr., 54, of Uniontown, passed away suddenly December, 27, 2013. He was born in Akron, OH on December 20, 1959. Steve enjoyed his family and friends and he will be dearly missed. Steve enjoyed fishing in his younger years but later on in his life, he loved to travel.He was preceded in death by his father, Steve Varga...
James A. Hall, Jr.
Dec 25, 2013
James A. Hall, Jr., 57, passed away Wednesday, December 25, 2013 in Akron, Ohio. He was born March 13, 1956 in Newark, NJ to the late James A. and Shirley E. (Graham) Hall. James served in the U.S. Army and worked as a truck driver. Private family services will be observed. Any immediate family members not aware of these arrangements...
Gloria Jean Macbride
Dec 24, 2013
Gloria Jean MacBride, 51, passed away suddenly December 24, 2013, after a brief illness. She was born September 14, 1962 in Akron to the late Eugene and Margaret MacBride. Gloria attended Archbishop Hoban High School and graduated from the University of Akron. She worked for the City of Akron throughout several departments with the Police Department being her favorite. Gloria...
Albert E. Yunkin
Dec 22, 2013
Albert E. Yunkin, 76, of Akron, passed away December 22, 2013. He was born in Akron, OH on August 7, 1937 to the late Morris and Laura Yunkin. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Marianne; sister, Peggy.Al is survived by his sons, Ed (Marlene), Steve (Teri), and Tom; grandchildren, Michael, Diana, Skyler, Kortnie and Tommy; great-grandchildren, Kaiden...
Daniel Patrick Barnes
Dec 22, 2013
Daniel Patrick Barnes Daniel Patrick Barnes, 66, of Mogadore, passed away December 22, 2013 after a long battle with cancer. He was born in Cleveland on March 18, 1947 to the late Stanley and Margaret Barnes. Dan proudly served in the U.S. Army in the Vietnam War and was the owner of Ellet Barber Shop for many years. In his...
Kenneth W. Woznicki
Dec 21, 2013
Kenneth W. Woznicki, 51, of Akron, passed away December 21, 2013. He was born in Cleveland, OH on August 5, 1962 to the late Walter and Virginia Woznicki. Ken had a passion for history and enjoyed collecting antique books. He loved music, camping and the outdoors. Ken is survived by his loving wife, Kelly, of 24 years; daughter, Bethany; brother,...
Kathleen Boxler (Nee Buckler)
Dec 21, 2013
Kathleen "Doreen" Boxler (nee Buckler), 93, went to be with the Lord on December 21, 2013. She was a loving mother and caring grandmother. Doreen was a guardian angel to many of her neighbors at Nimmer Place, always showing generosity and care for others. One of her greatest joys was attending church with Rev. Warner, Shorty, and her dear friend,...
Jerome J. Dalton, Sr.
Dec 21, 2013
Jerome J. Dalton, Sr., 75, resident of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away Saturday, December 21, 2013. He was born January 9, 1938 in Akron, Ohio to the late Paul J. and Helen Dalton. He graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School and served his country in the U.S. Navy. Jerry was a recipient of the Jaycees Int'l Senate Award and the 1973...
Richard E. Page
Dec 21, 2013
Richard "Dick" Emmitte Page Richard "Dick" Emmitte Page passed away December 21, 2013, unexpectedly at St. Thomas Hospital. He had been a lifetime resident of this community. He was born May 22, 1947, a graduate of Hower Vocational High School, veteran of the USMC, and currently employed with Mike Pruitt's Honda. He devoted his career to the car sales business...
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