Obituaries
Kenneth A. Mckinney
Feb 22, 2014
Kenneth A. McKinney, 76, passed away on February 22, 2014. He graduated from South High School in 1955. He leaves behind daughter, Debby (Kenny) Dishman; sister, Joyce McKinney; ex-wife, Debbie McKinney; grandchildren, Larissa, Eric, and Rashell. Calling hours will be Thursday, 4-7 p.m., at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron.
Roger L. Watkins
Feb 21, 2014
Roger L. Watkins, 61, passed away at home on Feb. 21, 2014, after a courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by wife, Ginger; son, Alan; mother, Halcie; sisters, Susan and Judy; brother, James; many special family and friends, including nephews, more like brothers, Mike and Tim. Preceded in death by father, Jennings; brother, Ronnie; and sister, Betty. Roger was...
Peter P. Mihaly
Feb 21, 2014
Peter "Pete" Patrick Mihaly, 77, of Columbus, passed away Friday, February 21, 2014 at the Manor at Whitehall. He was born March 17, 1936 in Akron, son of the late Peter H. and Susan E. "Betty" Varhol Mihaly. In addition to his parents, Pete was preceded in death by his wife, Lucille Russo Mihaly; brothers, Gregory S. Mihaly and Robert...
Irene Snyder
Feb 20, 2014
Irene Hagemaster Snyder, wife of Lance Snyder, passed away on February 20, 2014, surrounded by her caring family. She leaves her mother, Frances Hagemaster Lewis and devoted sister, Ann (Russell) Hagemaster Ferrell. Irene lived a full and interesting life. Faith was her defining characteristic, and she lived that faith daily. She was a member of Arlington Memorial Baptist Church in...
Charlotte E. Haar
Feb 20, 2014
Charlotte E. (nee Sommer) Haar, 66, passed away peacefully February 20, 2014 with her dear friend Mary "Liz" Mason by her side. She was born in Akron where she lived most of her life. Charlotte graduated from North High School in 1966 and became a truck driver for numerous companies. Charlotte loved spending time with her friends and Alumni. She...
Lucina C. Bland
Feb 20, 2014
Lucina C. Bland, 88, passed away on Thursday, February 20, 2014 at her home in Tallmadge. She was born April 28, 1925 in Tampa, Florida. Lucina was 'Mom' to everyone who met her. She is survived by her daughters; Karen Smith of Tallmadge, OH, Julie (Ted) Piens-Moore of Marblehead, MA, and Laura (Brian) VonAtzingen of Rollinsville, CO, grandchildren; Lucina Ann,...
Paul Silas Buckland
Feb 19, 2014
Paul Silas Buckland Paul Silas Buckland, 91, of Tallmadge, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2014. He was born in Alderson, West Virginia on August 27, 1922 to Silas Rayburn and Emma Jane Buckland. Paul proudly served in the U.S. Navy and was a WWII veteran in the Pacific Theater. He was a signalman on the USS Randal and 1st...
Gary L. Kula
Feb 19, 2014
Gary L. Kula, husband of Ruthann Delagrange Kula, one of the greatest teachers Ontario Middle School ever had, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Feb. 19, 2014. He was preceded in death by his father, Jack and younger brother, Denny. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his mother, Arlene; brother, Ron (Patty); son,...
William Calvin Propst
Feb 18, 2014
William "Bill" Calvin Propst, 76, of Mogadore, passed away February 18, 2014. He was born in Parkersburg, WV on January 25, 1938 to the late Howard and Virginia Propst. Bill retired from Consolidated Freightways after 43 years of service, earning many awards including 3 million accident-free miles.He was preceded in death by his brother, Fred and sister, Freda Propst-Craft. Bill...
Cynthia Alzene Mccroskey
Feb 18, 2014
Cynthia Alzene McCroskey, 82, of Akron, passed away on February 18, 2014. She was born on October 6, 1931 in Wheeling, WV, the 19th child of the late Lilly and Augusta Ferner. Cynthia "Sis" was preceded in death by her husband, John; her son, Chris; and grandson, Shawn. She will be deeply missed by those she left behind. Daughters, Sharon...
Barbara Susan Monroe
Feb 17, 2014
Barbara "Sue" Monroe, 55, of Barberton, passed away February 17, 2014. She was born in Barberton on March 7, 1958. She was preceded in death by her mother, Maria Schartiger.Sue is survived by her husband, Donald, of 13 years; sons, Frank Kocis, Tony Kocis and Kevin Price, special grandson, Kayden Kocis; father, Arlan Schartiger; brothers, Robert and Johnny Schartiger; sisters,...
Joan M. Myers
Feb 17, 2014
Joan M. Myers, 79, of Atwater, passed away February 17, 2014. She was born in Suffield, OH on June 5, 1934 to the late Emmet and Gertrude Horning. Joan was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. She loved singing in the choir and loved spending time with her family. Joan was a member of the Widow and Widowers Group...
Donna-Marie Dale Smith
Feb 17, 2014
Donna-Marie Dale Smith, 49, of Akron, passed away February 17, 2014. She was born in Akron on March 4, 1964 to the late Glenn and Christine Jones. Donna recently retired after 30 years of service at the Akron Board of Education. She was a member of Victory Life Church. She had a passion for crafts – knitting, crocheting, needlework and...
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...
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