Obituaries
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...
Eileen M. Hawk
Dec 1, 2013
Eileen M. Hawk "Tootie" Eileen M. Hawk, 87, of Akron, passed away peacefully at home December 1, 2013. Tootie was born on August 12, 1926 in Oil City, Pennsylvania to the late Leon and Laura Weikal. She was a gifted musician who loved playing the piano and organ. She also enjoyed golf and was a member of the Experimental Aircraft...
Frank S. Ostrander
Dec 1, 2013
Frank S. Ostrander, 81, beloved brother, husband of 53 years, father, grandfather and great grandfather, passed away on Sunday December 1, 2013 with his loving family by his side after a long, courageous battle with diabetes. He was born in Cuyahoga Falls on October 13, 1932 and graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School in 1950 where he sang in musicals....
Keith M. Robertson
Nov 30, 2013
Keith M. Robertson, 48, passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2013 at his home. He was born on November 12, 1965 to George and Irene (Wolf) Robertson. Keith enjoyed hard work, spending time outdoors and loved the time he shared with friends and family. He is survived by his daughter Kelly C. Robertson, mother Irene Robertson, brother Kevin Robertson, sister...
Roger L. Younkin
Nov 29, 2013
Roger Younkin, 61, went to be with the Lord on November 29, 2013. Roger loved his cocker spaniel, Heidi and enjoyed working on cars. Survivors include his wife, Sandra, of 21 years; son, Travis Witchey; 1 brother; 1 sister; stepchildren, Anna Duffy, Robin (John) Grabel, Clint Anchors, and Wesley Wimer; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Calling hours will be Tuesday,...
Scott Cook (John)
Nov 28, 2013
Scott Cook (John) Scott Cook (John), 58, of Akron, passed away November 28, 2013. He was born in Huron, Ohio on May 11, 1955 to the late John and Anna Cook. Scott was a proud employee of the railroad for 38 years. He belonged to the Mogadore Moose and the Brotherhood of the Railroad. Scott loved all aspects of nature...
Mary Frances Smith
Nov 28, 2013
Mary Frances Smith, 72, a long-time resident of Canton, OH, went home to be with the Lord on November 28, 2013, after a long battle with cancer. Mary was born in Clarksburg, WV on March 17, 1941, to Claude and Muriel Hart. Immediately following graduation from Washington Irving High School in 1959, Mary went on to achieve a long and...
Walter F. Nehrenz
Nov 27, 2013
Walter F. Nehrenz "Bud" Bud Nehrenz, 75, passed away November 27, 2013. He was born in Akron on November 18, 1938 to the late Ford Walter and Etta Mae Nehrenz. Bud graduated from Kenmore High School and proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps. He retired from the Springfield Police Department after serving as Police Chief. Bud was a member...
Allen W. Boswell
Nov 26, 2013
Allen Wade Boswell, 52, of Wadsworth, passed away November 26, 2013. He was born in Ripley, WV on August 15, 1961. He was preceded in death by his mother, Deloris Boswell and grandfather, Wade Boswell. Allen is survived by his children, Dustin (Keri), Meghan (Tim Hunt), and Joshua; grandmother, Martha Boswell.Family and friends may call on Saturday, November 30, from...
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