Obituaries
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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)
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
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)
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...
Alma M. Smith
Aug 7, 2013
Alma M. Smith, 100+, of Cuyahoga Falls, OH, passed away August 7, 2013. She was born in Marietta, OH on May 18, 1913 to the late Ephraim and Sarah Cummins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur; daughter, Juanita Ritterbeck. Alma is survived by her daughter, Johanna Martin.Family and friends may call on Sunday, August 11, from 3-5...
Beulah B. Campbell
Aug 6, 2013
Beulah (Burton) Campbell rejoined family and friends, August 6, 2013, following a long period of dementia. She was born August 8, 1917 in Dallas, WV to William and Florence Burton. Beulah graduated in 1935 from Follansbee H. S. during the great depression and worked her way through the University of Maryland in three years earning a B.S Degree in Education...
Russell Boyce
Aug 6, 2013
Russell Boyce, 82, passed away on Tuesday, August 6, 2013. He was born on December 4, 1930 in Akron, Ohio to the late Fred Boyce and A. Mildred Boyce-Gall. Russell served in the U.S. Navy and retired from the US Postal Service, Ellet branch as a Letter Carrier. Russell is survived by his wife of over 60 years, Bernadine (McFadden)...
Mary M. Berg
Aug 6, 2013
Mary Berg, 92, was reunited with her family on August 6, 2013. She was born in Akron and had been a resident of this area for all of her life. Earlier in her life, Mary enjoyed her job as a waitress and later retired from Ferriot Brothers after 17 years of service. She also enjoyed volunteering in her community with...
Katherine L. Keenan
Aug 5, 2013
Katherine L. Keenan (nee Lucas), 86, passed away on Monday, August 5, 2013 at her home. She was born on July 26, 1927 in Akron, Ohio to the late Andrew and Katherine Lucas. She was married to Frank H. Keenan in 1948. Katherine was an active member of the First Church of the Brethren. She enjoyed traveling, dining out and...
Leonard K. Powell
Aug 5, 2013
Leonard K Powell age 76 passed away Aug 5, 2013 surrounded by family.He was born to the late Stanley and Willowim Powell on July 2, 1937 in Harrisburg Pa.Leonard was a veteran in the Army and he worked for Betsy Ross Foods/Peter J Schmidt until 1992. He then became a licensed electrician for 13 years and later worked for East...
Nolan Martyn, Sr.
Aug 4, 2013
Nolan "Gene" Martyn, Sr.Nolan "Gene" Martyn, Sr., 82, entered into eternal rest on August 4, 2013 surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by his mother, Maxie Ponn; stepfathers, Francis Ponn and Bill Martyn; brother-in-law, Willis Toney; mother and father-in-law, Maude and Michael Ayala. He is survived by his wife of almost 62 years, Dolores "Dee" Martyn;...
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