Obituaries
Craig L. Hoffman
Sep 15, 2013
Craig L. Hoffman, Sr., 65, passed away on September 15, 2013. Craig was a Vietnam veteran, having served with the US Army. Preceded in death by his parents, John and Margaret Hoffman; brother, Jeff. Survivors include his son, Craig, Jr. (Kim); daughters, Amy (Erik) Lautzenhiser and Kari (Daniel) Holmes; brother, Jack (Nancy); grandchildren, Logan, Laci, Kalel, Nate, and Sydney. Cremation...
Margaret Ellen Lemon
Sep 14, 2013
Margaret Ellen Lemon Margaret Ellen Lemon, 73, of Suffield, passed away September 14, 2013. She was born in Knoxville, Tennessee on July 2, 1940 to the late Eugene and Pauline Scalf. Margaret was a wonderful wife, mother, and sister and will be truly missed by all who knew her. She leaves her husband of 53 years, Carl Lemon, Sr.; children,...
Ruth A. Contessa
Sep 13, 2013
Ruth A. ContessaRuth A. Contessa passed peacefully in her home September 13, 2013 surrounded by her loving family. A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
John T. Bland
Sep 13, 2013
John T. Bland John T. Bland of Cuyahoga Falls, born November 20, 1932, was unexpectedly called to his eternal home on September 13, 2013. He lived a life dedicated to serving Christ by helping others. This was exemplified through his outreach ministries at nursing homes, The Haven of Rest Mission, and teaching at the Southeast Church of the Nazarene. John...
Gerald Don Walters
Sep 12, 2013
Gerald Don "Jerry" Walters , age 52, of Akron, OH passed away on September 12, 2013. He was born on October 28, 1960 in Cuyahoga Falls, OH, beloved son of Jean (nee Chappelear) Walters Schlupe and the late Thomas Walters, Sr. Jerry worked as an independent contractor in the Akron area. He was a free spirit with a caring heart...
Chalmer Deloyd Albright
Sep 12, 2013
Chalmer Deloyd Albright "Bud" "C.D." Bud Albright, 88, of Tallmadge, passed away on September 12, 2013. Bud was born in Akron on February 16, 1925 to the late Jesse C.D. and Rosa Albright. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy during WWII. Bud will always be remembered for his love of golfing and garage sales. He will be deeply missed...
Donna M. Syroid
Sep 12, 2013
Donna M. Syroid (nee Robinson), age 54, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 12, 2013. She was born on June 3, 1959 in Barberton, OH to Dorothy and the late Donald Robinson. Donna was a model career woman tirelessly pursuing excellence and advancement throughout her career at Evans Insurance Agency in Akron. She was a loving wife...
Minter D. Miller
Sep 12, 2013
Minter D. Miller, age 70, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 12, 2013 following a brief illness. He was born on November 19, 1942 in Buckhannon, WV to the late Paul and Lena Miller. Minter served his country during the Korean War under the U.S. Army and was a proud member of the Korean War Vets Association #138 and VFW...
Michael Thomas Frock
Sep 11, 2013
Michael Thomas Frock, 69, was called home to the Lord on September 11, 2013. He is walking again with his savior! Mike was born and raised in Akron, OH. He served his country in the US Army and then worked and retired from the US Postal Service. "Papa" loved his children and grandchildren and wanted nothing more than to spend...
Margaret E. Dodd
Sep 10, 2013
Margaret E. Dodd (nee Edgell), age 90, a resident of Akron, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, September 10, 2013. She was born in Akron, Ohio on June 4, 1923 to the late Glenn and Helen Edgell. Margaret retired from M. O'Neil Co after 22 years and was a charter member of Emmanuel United Church of Christ where she served on...
Joan (Knecht) Golden
Sep 9, 2013
Joan Golden , age 82, of Mogadore, OH passed away Monday, September 9th, 2013 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born June 15th, 1931 to George and Olive (Spiker) Knecht in Akron, Ohio. Joan was a proud mother and grandmother cherishing the time she was able to spend with her family. She enjoyed crocheting, attending garage...
Martin H. Howard, Jr.
Sep 9, 2013
Martin H. "Doodle" Howard, Jr., age 64, passed away on Monday, September 9, 2013. He was born on December 20, 1948 in Welch, WV to Martin and Dorothy Howard, Sr. Doodle is survived by his parents, children; Martina Cook of Elyria, OH and Martin L. (Christine) Howard of Rootstown, OH, 4 grandchildren; Cheyanne, Ciara, Bryce and Gavin, sister, Sue (James)...
Mary Catherine(Miller) Griffin
Sep 8, 2013
Mary Catherine (Miller) Griffin, age 104, of Uniontown, Ohio passed away Sunday, September 8th, 2013 at her home. She was born January 15th, 1909 to Albert A. and Rosanna (Jones) Love in Glouster, Ohio. Mary was employed with the University of Akron for 5 years in the Food Service Department until retiring. She was a longtime member of Springfield Baptist...
Jeanette Fausnaught
Sep 8, 2013
Jeanette Fausnaught, 88, went to be with the Lord on September 8, 2013. Jeanette followed in her father's footsteps as a tailor and seamstress. She loved her family dearly, always putting them first in her life. Preceded in death by her husband, Robert, of 64 years; brothers, Nick and Tony Colletti; sisters, Mary, Ann, Virginia, and Dorothy. Survivors include son,...
Betty L. Sain
Sep 7, 2013
Betty L. Sain (nee Craycraft), age 83, passed away on Saturday, September 7, 2013. She was born on April 24, 1930 in Fullerton, KY to the late Charles and Blanche Craycraft. Betty was a disciplined homemaker who shared her unconditional love for her entire family. Nobody ever left her home hungry. Betty is survived by her children; James Sain, Jr,...
Rebecca Louie Altuz
Sep 4, 2013
Rebecca Louie "Becky" Altuz, age 58, passed away on Wednesday, September 4, 2013. She was born on November 27, 1954 in Ravenna, Ohio to the late Robert and Alice Harlow. Our family is grateful to have been given such a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and caretaker. Becky is survived by her loving husband, Raymond A. Altuz of Akron, daughters; Rebecca...
John Paul Mcdowell Iii
Sep 4, 2013
John Paul McDowell III A loving husband and father passed peacefully on September 4, 2013 surrounded by family into the arms of the Lord. He was born November 10, 1952 in Akron, Ohio to the late John Paul McDowell Jr. and Edna Mariom Buss. John graduated from Coventry High School and attended the University of Akron. He was employed at...
Mary Naomi Arrendale Bordacs
Sep 3, 2013
Mary Naomi Arrendale Bordacs went home to be with the Lord on September 3, 2013. She was born in Norton, VA and lived most of her life in Barberton, OH. She was a wonderful, precious mother, the sweetest of all grandmothers. She is survived by her sister, Norma Johnson, of Indiana; brother, Doyal Huff, of Arizona; sons, Larry (Donna) Nicholson,...
Patricia A. Rice
Sep 2, 2013
Patricia A. "Pat" Rice, 70, passed away on September 2, 2013. Pat was born on August 16, 1943 to the late William C. and Myrtle (Tomlinson) Arvin. She graduated from Hammel Actual Business College and was currently residing in Akron. She retired as a secretary/bookkeeper, having worked for numerous companies in the Akron area. Pat enjoyed hiking and her dogs....
Karen Beth Desheuquette
Aug 31, 2013
Karen Beth DeSheuquette "Bear" Karen Beth DeSheuquette, 55, of Akron, passed away August 31, 2013. She was born in Chamberlain, South Dakota on July 3, 1958. Karen loved spending time with family and friends and will be missed by all who knew her. She especially enjoyed being with her grandchildren. Karen was preceded in death by her father, Gerald Sr.;...
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