Obituaries
Marjorie Jean Jones
Dec 12, 2013
Marjorie Jean Jones Marjorie Jean Jones, 76, of Tallmadge, went home to be with the Lord on December 12, 2013. Jean was born in Akron on April 12, 1937 to the late Joseph and Esther Cook. She graduated from Ellet High School and the University of Akron. She was a longtime member of Brown Street Church of Christ. Jean retired...
Michael Wayne Burcham
Dec 12, 2013
Michael Wayne Burcham Michael Wayne Burcham, 50, of Brimfield Twp., passed away suddenly on December 12, 2013. Michael was born in Akron on July 26, 1963. He was a car enthusiast and loved collecting and restoring antiques. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan. He had a great sense of humor and was known to play pranks on family and...
Joseph C. Hochevar
Dec 11, 2013
Joseph "Joe" C. Hochevar, 87, of Akron, after a bravely fought battle with cancer, went home to be with the Lord on December 11, 2013. Joe was a WWII Navy veteran. He worked at O'Neils in downtown Akron for 38 years. He was known for being the man behind the Christmas window displays and setting up the Christmas display/walk throughout...
Larry Anthony Niutta
Dec 11, 2013
Larry Anthony Niutta, 83, passed away December 11, 2013 at Hospice Care Center in Copley, Ohio. He was born May 24, 1930 in Youngstown to the late Frank and Theresa (DeGenaro) Niutta. Larry served in the U.S. Marine Corps, worked his earlier years at the Akron Jewelers Supply and retired from F.W. Albrecht Grocery Co. Following his retirement, Larry worked...
Charles R. Queer, Sr.
Dec 11, 2013
Charles R. Queer, Sr., 81, went to be with the Lord on December 11, 2013. Charles was born in Somerset, PA on July 8, 1932 to the late Nevin and Henrietta Queer. He retired from Goodyear in 1994 after 43 years of service. Charles attended Chapel Hill Church and was an avid fisherman. A "Jack of all trades", he enjoyed...
Leo Mccloskey
Dec 10, 2013
In the early morning of December 10, 2013, Leo McCloskey unexpectedly transitioned to his next life where many family and friends who have gone before him were waiting with open arms to greet him. He is greatly missed by those he leaves behind. Leo was born on June 29, 1920, to Leokadia (Wojoiehowski) and Joseph McCloskey, as the youngest of...
Michael G. Cladas
Dec 10, 2013
Michael G. "Thumper" Cladas, 74, passed away on December 10, 2013. He was born on January 7, 1939 in Akron to the late Gust and Harriet Cladas. Michael served in the U.S. Marine Corps and retired as a truck driver for the former Consolidated Freightways and Teamsters Local 24. He is survived by his loving wife of nearly 50 years...
Elnora I. Huddleston
Dec 9, 2013
Elnora I. Huddleston, 85, went to be with the Lord on December 9, 2013. She was born on March 18, 1928 in Troy, WV to the late Ola and Emily Gay Woofter. Her greatest love was taking care of her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Roy and Charles....
Emil S. Palmer
Dec 9, 2013
Emil Palmer, of Akron, passed away December 9, 2013. He was born in Akron, OH to the late Vernon and Nan Palmer. He was a veteran in WWII. Along with his wife, Emil owned C&E Catering. He was from south Akron, was an avid golfer and loved to play poker.He was preceded in death by his daughter, Kim Hailey.Emil is...
Joseph E. Maida
Dec 8, 2013
Joseph E. Maida "Picture"Joseph Enrico Maida, age 59, died Sunday, December 8, 2013. Joe attended Kenmore High School and earned an Associate Degree from Dayton Bible College. Joe is survived by his loving family; mother, Theresa; brother, Michael (Lisa), and niece, Sarah (his little angel), and many friends at Park United Methodist Church and Season's Nursing Home. Family and friends...
Sandra L. Cole
Dec 8, 2013
Sandra L. Cole (Archer), 71, born October 2, 1942, received her wings December 8, 2013 and was greeted by her father Howard Archer, husband Curtis Cole, sons John Williams and Pete Cole, brothers Fred and Howard Archer. She leaves to mourn her passing her mother Emma Archer, daughter Deanna (Gary) Rogers, sister Sherrie (Dale) Hahn, brother John Archer, sister-in-law Joyce...
Robert E. Szakal
Dec 7, 2013
Robert E. "Bob" Szakal Robert E. "Bob" Szakal, 74, passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2013. He was born June 12, 1939 in Akron, Ohio to the late Paul and Lydia (Childers) Szakal. Bob worked as a machinist by trade. His passion was flying and providing flight lessons to others. Bob is survived by his sister Betty Wenzel, sons; Daniel...
Dolores V. Forquer
Dec 7, 2013
Dolores Stoper Forquer Dolores Stoper Forquer, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, 83, of Stow, Ohio, passed away peacefully at Summa Akron City Hospital with her family at her side on December 7, 2013. Dolores ("Dee") was born in Brookfield, Ohio on March 6, 1930, to the late Louis and Pauline Stoper (Gray). She was a graduate of...
Louis Buza
Dec 7, 2013
Louis "Tom" Buza, 73, of Akron, died peacefully in his sleep on December 7, 2013. He was born in Akron and graduated from Kenmore High School. Tom worked for 23 years at Ohio Brass and retired from the City of Akron Sewer Maintenance Department after 15 years of service. Tom enjoyed his children and all his large family and friends....
Violet Mae Huffman
Dec 6, 2013
Violet Mae Huffman "Tickie" Violet Mae Huffman, 82, went on to Glory on December 6, 2013. Violet was born on January 9, 1931 to the late Rev. Clifford and Mona (Riggs) Slonaker. She was devoted to her family and took great pride in caring for her home. She loved playing religious songs on the organ and listening to religious music....
Michael D. Reed
Dec 6, 2013
Michael D. Reed, 65, passed away on Friday, December 6, 2013 at his home in Akron. He was born November 5, 1948 in Lewistown, PA. Mike loved driving all over the country as an over-the-road driver for Alsides. He loved riding his motorcycle, shooting pool and was an avid bowler and a diehard Steelers fan but his really special time...
Graciela Martiny
Dec 5, 2013
Graciela "Gracie" Martiny Graciela "Gracie" Martiny, 46, of Akron, passed away suddenly December 5, 2013. Gracie was born in Mexico on April 12, 1967. Gracie had a smile that could melt an iceberg. She will always be remembered for her generous spirit and willingness to help everyone. She volunteered her time at numerous organizations. She was a happy-go-lucky person who...
Rudolph J. Traczyk, Jr.
Dec 5, 2013
Rudolph J. Traczyk, Jr., 78, of Stow, passed away December 5, 2013. He was born in Lafferty, OH on November 20, 1935 to the late Rudolph Sr. and Myrtle Traczyk. Rudy graduated from Case Institute of Technology with a civil engineering degree. He was owner and president of Flame Cutting Systems, Inc.He was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church,...
Velva Davis
Dec 2, 2013
Velva Davis, 92, passed away on December 2, 2013. Velva enjoyed gardening, fishing, crafts, crocheting, baking, cooking, and especially spending time with her beloved family. She was a loving and caring person and will be greatly missed. Preceded in death by her husband, Ralph; daughters, Betty Whyler, Joyce (Gary) Crawford, and Mary Davis; sons, Jim and Tom Davis. Survivors include...
Barbara J. Kavali
Dec 1, 2013
Barbara J. Kavali (Reagan), 75, of Akron, passed away on Sunday, December 1, 2013. She was born August 30, 1938. Barbara worked as a realtor with Mosholder Realty. She will be missed by all who knew her for her zest for life. Barbara is survived by her loving husband Kenny Kavali and their dog Andy, daughter Darlene Reagan, grandsons; Ryan...
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