Obituaries

Wanda Stambaugh (Nee Somerville)

Wanda Stambaugh (Nee Somerville)

Aug 18, 2013

Wanda Stambaugh (nee Somerville), 75, passed away on August 18, 2013. Preceded in death by grandson, Joseph Skrapics; mother and stepfather, Hazel and Theodore Thomas; father, Charles Somerville; brothers, Wayne and Glenn Somerville; and brother-in-law, Lee McGovern. She is survived by daughters, Dawn Duff Skrapics Ackerman and Dianna Duff Gregg (Dave); grandchildren, Amber Skrapics, Ben Lewis, Zack, Alex, and Andrew...

David Lambright, Sr.

David Lambright, Sr.

Aug 18, 2013

David W. Lambright, Sr. "Gpa", 66, of Akron, went home peacefully at home on Sunday, August 18, 2013, with his family by his side, following a long illness. He was born on August 6, 1947 to Catherine and Floyd Lambright. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Sharon; and brother, Ronnie. He leaves to mourn his loss his...

Cheryl L. Robinson

Cheryl L. Robinson

Aug 16, 2013

Cheryl L. Robinson, age 59, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on Friday, August 16, 2013 after a long illness. She was born on July 21, 1954 to the late Walter Suttles, Sr. and Bernice (Bonner) Taylor. Cheryl was a kind, loving and generous person who always enjoyed life.Cheryl is survived by her sisters; Pamela (Ronnie) Dukes, Debra Logan, Lilian Woodley...

Alice Mae Nichols

Alice Mae Nichols

Aug 15, 2013

Alice Mae Boggs- Nichols (Mallory), age 95, passed away on Thursday, August 15, 2013. She was born on February 22, 1918 in Akron, Ohio to the late Austin and Mamie Bennett. Alice worked for many years making toys for the former Britain Plastics and was an avid sports fan who loved watching and cheering for her favorite Cleveland and Ohio...

Pamela M. Wolford (Nee Kirk)

Pamela M. Wolford (Nee Kirk)

Aug 15, 2013

Pamela M. Wolford, 51, of Tallmadge, passed away August 15, 2013. She was born in Akron, OH on January 16, 1962. Pam enjoyed driving special education children of the Akron Public Schools and loved most of all, spending time with her grandchildren.Pam is survived by her husband, Jessie; son, Anthony; daughter, Julie (Stephen) Slawter; grandchildren, Angel and Jordyn Slawter; parents,...

Glodean Mae Kamerer

Glodean Mae Kamerer

Aug 14, 2013

Glodean Mae Kamerer nee Pinkston, 97, joined her loving husband, Leonard, on Wednesday, August 14, 2013, surrounded by family in a room full of love.She was born in Owensboro, Kentucky on February 4, 1916 and came to Ohio in 1929. She worked on the Corsairs during WWII at Goodyear Aerospace and retired after 28 years.Glodean was a 40-year member of...

Gerald E. Wallbrown

Gerald E. Wallbrown

Aug 14, 2013

Gerald E. Wallbrown Gerald E. Wallbrown, 80, of Akron, passed away August 14, 2013. He was born in Leatherbark, West Virginia on December 11, 1932 to the late Carl and Elizabeth (Knoble) Wallbrown. Jerry was a Korean War veteran, having served in the U.S. Air Force from 1950-1954. He retired from Teledyne Monarch Rubber in Hartville after 28 years of...

Mary Kathleen Ritchey

Mary Kathleen Ritchey

Aug 13, 2013

Mary Kathleen Ritchey (nee Sidwell), age 77, of Green, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2013. She was born on July 15, 1936 in Perry County, Ohio to the late Theodore R. and Mary E. Sidwell. Mary was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who loved nothing more than spending time with her family. She was preceded in death...

Valerie R. Baxter

Valerie R. Baxter

Aug 13, 2013

Valerie R. Baxter (Douglas)Visitation with family and friends to celebrate the life of Valerie R. Baxter, 73, will be held Friday, August 16, 4p-7p with service immediately following calling hours at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 N. Canton Rd. Akron, Oh. 44305.Valerie passed away Tuesday, August 13 at Hospice Care Center in Copley after complications relating to chemotherapy. Born October 3,...

Michael Wyatt Cole

Michael Wyatt Cole

Aug 13, 2013

Michael Wyatt Cole Michael Wyatt Cole, 56, of Akron, passed away at home on August 13, 2013. He was born in Akron on April 25, 1957 to John and Katherine Cole. Mike worked as a machinist throughout his life, ending his career at P&P Mold. He enjoyed spending time with family, hanging with friends in the garage, camping, and fishing....

Cleo F. Murray

Cleo F. Murray

Aug 12, 2013

Cleo F. Murray Cleo F. Murray, 75, of Akron, passed away August 12, 2013. She was born in Clarksburg, West Virginia on August 11, 1938 to the late Glen and Rev. Bernadine Thompson. She was dedicated to her family and friends and she was kind to everyone she met. In her free time, she enjoyed knitting. In addition to her...

Louise T. Mauk

Louise T. Mauk

Aug 12, 2013

Louise T. (Pavlock) Mauk, age 78, of Akron, passed away on Monday, August 12, 2013 after a long battle with cancer. Louise was known as "Mimi", "Mims", "Weezie" and "Lois" to her family and friends. She was compassionate, witty and a lot of fun. She was loved by all those who met her. Louise was born in Gallitzin, Pennsylvania on...

Betty A. Belle

Betty A. Belle

Aug 10, 2013

Betty A. BelleBetty Belle, 79, of Akron, passed away August 10, 2013. She was born in Akron, OH on August 9, 1934 to the late Elwood and Muriel Moore. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Frank Antoncic and Claude Belle; son, John Antoncic.Betty is survived by her children, Linda (John) Lakatos, Raymond Antoncic and Diana Quinones; step-daughter, Claudette...

Gwynn Seth Hicks

Gwynn Seth Hicks

Aug 10, 2013

Gwynn Seth Hicks, 37, went home to be with the Lord on August 10, 2013. Gwynn was a well-known and talented barber in Akron and the owner/operator of Gwynn's Barber Shop. He was loved by all who met him. He attended Rivertree Church in Jackson Twp. Gwynn loved riding his Harley, football season, and spending time with his family and...

Jonathan Jones

Jonathan Jones

Aug 8, 2013

Jonathan "Jonny" Jones Jonny Jones, 23, went straight into the arms of Jesus on Thursday, August 8, 2013. He was born September 1, 1989 in Akron and lived in Green all of his life. Jonny survived against all odds through childhood cancer, heart failure, and a heart transplant. He inspired and encouraged others and knew no strangers. He was full...

Gertrude Joan Ellis

Gertrude Joan Ellis

Aug 8, 2013

Gertrude Joan Ellis Joan Ellis, 88, Akron, passed away August 8, 2013. She is now in Heaven with loved ones who went before her. Joan was born in Coshocton, Ohio on January 31, 1925 to the late John and Flossie Green. She graduated from Springfield High School in 1943 and retired from Arborgast after 20 years of service. She was...

Charles E. Prater

Charles E. Prater

Aug 8, 2013

Charles E. Prater, 80, of Springfield, passed away August 8, 2013. He was born in Greasy Creek, KY on January 28, 1933 to the late Perry and Bessie Prater. Charlie loved to fish but was passionate about Blue Grass music. He was preceded in death by his grandchild, Creasie Sue Prater; step-mother, Rissie Prater; brothers, Harold, Dennis Ray and James...

Tina Marie Bradley (Nee Miller)

Tina Marie Bradley (Nee Miller)

Aug 8, 2013

Tina Marie Bradley (nee Miller)Tina Marie Bradley (nee Miller), 35, was taken home to the Lord by the angels on August 8, 2013. Survivors include her mother, Brenda Miller; stepfather, Ted Miller; her father, Chris Conrad; children, Timothy, Kaitlyn, and Cheyanne Bradley; ex-husband, Timothy Bradley; brother, Ryan Miller; sister, Pamela Miller. Calling hours will be Monday, 12 p.m. to 2...

Thaw Yar Mu

Thaw Yar Mu

Aug 7, 2013

Thaw Yar Mu Thaw Yar Mu, 76, of Akron, passed away August 7, 2013 at 10:06 p.m. He was born in Burma on January 1, 1937 and came to the United States in 2007 as a refugee. He attended Blessed Trinity Church. He will be deeply missed by his wife, Lat Oo; children, Member Yar (Hser Wah), Jimmy Htoo (Sunday...

Leslie J. Craemer (Strunk)

Leslie J. Craemer (Strunk)

Aug 7, 2013

Leslie J. Craemer (nee Strunk) Leslie J. Craemer, 51, went home to be with the Lord on August 7, 2013. She was born in Grundy, Virginia on November 22, 1961. Leslie was preceded in death by her brother, Russell Strunk. She will be deeply missed by her husband, James Craemer; children, Andrew T. Hay and Christopher R. Hay; parents, George...

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