Obituaries
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...
Dorothy (Schellin) Benko
Dec 21, 2013
Dorothy (Schellin) Benko, 97, passed away peacefully December 21, 2013 at the Greenview Inn in Green, Ohio, surrounded by family and friends. She was born September 29, 1916 in Akron, Ohio. Dorothy worked at BF Goodrich prior to the war, where she met and married Rudy Benko. She continued working at Goodrich while Rudy served overseas for three years during...
Barbara Diane Page (Liberman)
Dec 21, 2013
Barbara Diane Page (Liberman) Barbara Diane Page (Liberman), 62, passed away December 21, 2013. She was born in Akron on July 22, 1951 to the late Myers and Loretta Liberman. Barbara will always be remembered for her caring ways and generous spirit. She was willing to help anyone who was in need. She was devoted to her family and was...
Harold G. Copen
Dec 20, 2013
Harold G. Copen Harold G. Copen, 90, of Brimfield, passed away December 20, 2013. He was born December 12, 1923 to C.H. and Laura Copen up in Happy Hollow, 3 miles from the county seat, Elizabeth, in Wirt County, West Virginia. He attended Bethel M.E. Methodist Church on top of Elizabeth Hill, just above the horseshoe bend. Harold retired from...
James Torson
Dec 19, 2013
James Torson James Torson, 93, passed away December 19, 2013. He was born January 15, 1920 in Akron, Ohio. He graduated from West High School in Akron and proudly served in the U.S. Army. James was an electrician at BF Goodrich until his retirement. He was a longtime member of High Street Christian Church. James leaves us with the appreciation...
Goldie Kathryn Shaffer
Dec 19, 2013
Goldie Kathryn Shaffer, 86, went to be with the Lord on December 19, 2013. Goldie was born on September 21, 1927 in Hendricks, WV to the late Lester Carr and Maggie Carr Loughry. She was a member of the Cathedral of Tomorrow. Goldie enjoyed cooking, gardening, embroidery, and her cats. Goldie had been employed for many years at White Gables...
Helen S. Speelman
Dec 18, 2013
Helen S. Speelman (Quattrocchi), 82, passed away Wednesday, December 18, 2013. She was born August 3, 1931 in Akron to the late John and Helen Quattrocchi. Helen is the strongest and most caring mother and grandmother anyone could ask for. She helped shape the Speelman family into what they are and always will be. Helen was preceded in death by...
Charles E. Richardson
Dec 18, 2013
Charles E. Richardson, 82, resident of New Franklin, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, December 18, 2013 at his home. He was born February 26, 1931 in Freeport, PA to the late Robert and Isabelle Richardson. Charles served in the U.S. Navy and was a Korean War veteran affiliated with Garfield Memorial Post 566 in Akron. He owned his own tire molding...
William C. Ferrell
Dec 18, 2013
William "Bill" C. Ferrell, 89, of Akron, passed away December 18, 2013. He was born in Piedmont, OH on April 22, 1924 to the late George and Lola Ferrell. Bill attended grade school at Piedmont and high school at Freeport, OH, where he participated in most sports. Bill loved music and won many amateur contests in southern Ohio, as a...
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