Obituaries
David Carl Mccrory
Jan 7, 2014
David Carl McCrory, 67, of Akron, passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2014. He was born June 10, 1946 in Barberton, Ohio to the late Carl and Reva McCrory. David graduated from Green High School. He was a kind man who lovingly raised his son from an early age by himself. David is survived by his son, Melvin (Erica) McCrory,...
James E. Harrison
Jan 5, 2014
James E. "Jim" Harrison, 52, went to be with the Lord on January 5, 2015. Jim loved to go deer hunting and do anything outdoors. He loved to cook and was always helping others. Jim served with the US Army for 2 years. Preceded in death by his sister, Virginia Lynn; companion, Robin Perusky; and nephew, Justin. Survivors include mother,...
Adaline G. Machamer
Jan 5, 2014
Adaline G. Machamer, 89, of Mogadore, passed away January 5, 2014. She was born on April 10, 1924.She was preceded in death by her husband, J.B. and sons Rusty and Jim Hower. Adaline is survived by her sons, Jack E. Machamer/Mary and John Newman/Kathy; grandchildren, Scot Hower, Jimmy Hower, Kacy Hudak and especially her best friend and precious granddaughter, Lynn...
Michael Longo
Jan 5, 2014
Michael Longo "Grandpa" Michael was born May 14, 1930 in Wellsville, Ohio and came to the Akron area in 1954. Mike was a barber for 47 years. He worked in several barbershops before opening Mike's Barbershop in the Acme Click store. Many of Mike's younger customers knew him as "Edsel Besel". He had a great sense of humor and often...
Martha A. Reynolds
Jan 5, 2014
Martha A. Reynolds Martha A. Reynolds, 84, of Stow, passed away January 5, 2014. Martha was born in Artemas, Pennsylvania on November 9, 1929 to the late Robert and Blanche Jay. Martha retired from Acme and owned the Gold Mushroom Gift Shop for many years with her husband, George. She was a Welcome Wagon member for many years. In her...
Vaughan L. Hanlon
Jan 5, 2014
Vaughan L. Hanlon, 85, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2013 after a short illness. He was born in Pataskala, OH on December 18, 1928, graduated from Cuyahoga Falls H.S., attended Purdue University and lived most of his life in the Akron area. Vaughan retired from Ohio Edison over 20 years ago.He was a devoted father, husband and an avid...
Sylvia A. Lyall
Jan 4, 2014
Sylvia A. Lyall, 93, passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2014. She was born August 11, 1920 in Weston, WV to the late Daniel and Rita Eagle. Sylvia enjoyed traveling, camping, fishing and visiting the casinos. Sylvia was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years Willard H. Lyall, son Robert Henry Lyall, 3 brothers, 2 sisters and parents....
Andrew J. Howd
Jan 3, 2014
Andrew J. "A.J." Howd, 29, passed away suddenly on Friday, January 3, 2014 at his home in Akron. He was born July 5, 1984 in Akron. A.J. was preceded in death by his father David Howd, Sr. and grandfather Robert E. Howd. He is survived by his daughter Autumn Howd, mother Cheryl Howd, brother David (Ronnell) Howd, Jr., grandmother Mary...
James C. Christner
Jan 3, 2014
James C. Christner "Papa" James C. Christner, 68, passed away January 3, 2014. He was born in Salisbury, Pennsylvania on August 29, 1945 to the late Ralph and Sadie Christner. As a child, Jim's friends called him "Speedy". He came to Ohio when he was seventeen and was married to the love of his life, Shirley, for 38 years before...
Duan Longgood
Jan 2, 2014
Duan "Woo" Longgood, 56, of Akron, passed away January 2, 2014. He was born in Akron, OH on December 26, 1957. Duan is survived by his loving wife, Johna; daughter, MaryJean (Rob) Mollica; granddaughter, Markie; sister, Debbie (Mike) Walker; brothers, Robert and Ronald Angles and many close relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held at Williard United Church...
Joyce A. Hysell
Jan 2, 2014
Joyce A. Hysell, 74, passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2014 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born June 16, 1939 in Barberton, Ohio and was a lifetime resident of Akron. Joyce was a longtime member of Gospel Crusaders Church and served as Trustee for the Ohio Country Western Music Assoc. She retired from Gojo and was...
Mildred M. Wright
Jan 2, 2014
Mildred M. Wright, 93, went to be with the Lord on January 2, 2014. She was a lifelong member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Kent. Mildred enjoyed playing Bingo and Yahtzee with her great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband, Bernard; her daughter, Sandy; and granddaughter, Cindy. She is survived by son, Denny (Fina); daughter, Susan (Ron) Cox; 10...
Monica D. Fragola
Jan 1, 2014
Monica D. Fragola, 89, went to heaven on January 1, 2014. Monica was a lifetime member of the Army-Navy Club and various organizations in the area. She is survived by daughter, Dianne Graham; son, Fred Fragola; grandchildren, Vincent and Nicholas Campiti, both of Dallas, TX; 5 great-grandchildren; sister, Ramona Egli; brother, George Derr. Calling hours will be Tuesday, 4-6 p.m....
David E. Jones
Dec 30, 2013
David E. Jones, 76, passed away on Monday, December 30, 2013 at his home in Suffield. He was born September 18, 1937 in Akron to the late Jesse and Garnet Jones. David graduated from North High School Class of '55, joined the U.S. Marine Corps and retired after 30 years as a Lieutenant with the City of Akron Police Department....
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...
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