Obituaries
Linda Karen Liska
Apr 27, 2013
Linda Karen Liska Linda Karen Liska passed away peacefully and with grace on April 27, 2013. She was born for the late Lawrence and Christine Liska on March 29, 1951. Linda graduated from Akron University and retired from the Akron Board of Education. Linda's nieces and nephew were her passion and delight. She shared many adventures while never missing a...
Carrie G. Moore
Apr 27, 2013
Carrie G. Moore Carrie G. Moore, 88, of Akron, passed away April 27, 2013. She was born in Paden City, West Virginia to the late Harry and Gladys Martie. She was a past matron of Ellestar Chapter #565 and a longtime member of Lakemore United Methodist Church, where she sang in the choir. In addition to her parents, Carrie was...
James E. Sinor, Jr.
Apr 26, 2013
James E. "Jim" Sinor, Jr., 63, of Akron, passed away on April 26, 2013 at Hospice Care Center. He was born on June 29, 1949 to the late James "Moon" and Geneva (Parsons) Sinor in Akron, Ohio. Jim graduated from East High School where he played football and served in the U.S. Marine Corps during Vietnam and later served in...
Estill Jr Thomas
Apr 26, 2013
Estill Jr "Tommy" Thomas, 84, of Akron, passed away on April 26, 2013. He was born on November 4, 1928 to the late Estill D. and Corinne Thomas at Akron, Ohio. He was a proud retiree of Goodyear with 41 years of service and a member of the Goodyear 25 Year Club and the David Hill Breakfast Club. In the...
Rachel Carrington
Apr 25, 2013
RACHEL (HENSLEY) CARRINGTON Rachel Carrington, 86, of Akron, passed away on April 25, 2013 at Akron City Hospital. She was born on February 20, 1927 to Elijah and Polly (Hammons) Hensley in Logan, WV. Rachel retired from GE Lamp Plant in Ravenna. She married Leslie James Carrington in 1945 and enjoyed over 50 years of love and devotion. She was...
Janel Gaylord
Apr 25, 2013
Janel Westover Gaylord, 54, went home to be with the Lord April 25, 2013. Born in Akron, Ohio May 29, 1958 to Wayne and Claudia Westover. Janel was a loving and devoted mother and wife. She enjoyed collecting Victorian antiques and traveling. Above all, she was a woman of faith, and had a love and passion for serving her church....
Mary Alice Apple
Apr 24, 2013
Mary Apple, 74, of North Canton went to be with her Lord Jesus on Wednesday, April 24, 2013. Mary had several painful ailments which are now all gone and there is no more pain in Heaven.She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Alice (Spaulding) Porter and her husband Lynn Apple. Mary leaves behind her sister Sarah (Lew)...
Frank Homan, Jr.
Apr 24, 2013
Frank Homan, Jr., 80, passed away on April 24, 2013, surrounded by his family by his side. Born in Akron to Sue and Frank Homan, Sr. He was a member of St. Matthew Parish and served in the US Marines during the Korean Conflict. He was a hard and dedicated worker who was always lending a helping hand in any...
Doris Newberry
Apr 22, 2013
Doris "Jean" Newberry, 82, of Oldsmar, FL, previously of Mayfield, KY and Akron, OH, passed away peacefully joining her husband, Carl, in Heaven, on April 22, 2013. She is survived by her son, Mitchell (Kristi) Newberry; daughter, Carol (Larry) Ellinger; step-daughter, Sandy (John) Griner; sister, Jan O'Neal; grandchildren, Shannon (Stan) Wolsky, Charity Shane, Carl Knafel, Erin Irwin, Tim (Katie) Ellinger,...
John K. Murray, Jr
Apr 22, 2013
John K. Murray, Jr. "Jack" Jack Murray, 78, of Akron, passed away in his sleep on Monday, April 22, 2013. He was born November 7, 1934. Jack worked at Coventry Schools for 27 years and later worked security at Summit Mall. He was a member of Lakeview Church of Christ. Jack loved bluegrass music and was always seen wearing his...
David Ray Whitt
Apr 22, 2013
David Ray Whitt David Ray Whitt, 59, of Akron, passed away April 22, 2013 at his home. He was born in Akron on February 7, 1954 to Roy and Wanda Whitt. David was an avid sports fan and enjoyed many years as a referee and umpire for basketball, football, baseball, and volleyball. His family will miss his strength and courage...
Joanne Good
Apr 22, 2013
Joanne "Joni" Good, age 75, of Clinton, Ohio passed away April 22, 2013. She was born August 21, 1937 in Akron, Ohio, the daughter of Mae (Henry) Yocum. Joanne is survived by her husband of 44 years, Thomas E. Good; 5 daughters - Joni (Mark) Pavlic, Deanna Good, Janet Stafford, Christina Shennan, Vicki Good; 4 sons - Tommy Good, Jerry...
Richard D. Candle
Apr 22, 2013
Richard D. Candle, 83, of Akron, passed away April 22, 2013. He was born in Marlboro, OH on March 20, 1930 to the late Julius and Julia Candle. He graduated from Marlboro High School in 1948 and the University of Akron with a Masters in Mechanical Engineering. He was a Army veteran in the Korean Conflict. Dick worked 17 years...
Homer Lee Crites
Apr 22, 2013
Homer Lee Crites, 56, of Akron, passed away April 22, 2013. He was born July 15, 1956 in Akron, Ohio, the son of Janet (Petty) Collins. Homer enjoyed attending dances, roller skating and traveling to many destinations including Bahamas and Nashville. He was preceded in death by his mother; sister, Emma Dray and brother, Robert Collins. Homer is survived by...
William A. Spardy
Apr 22, 2013
William Spardy, 84, of Akron, passed away April 22, 2013. He was born in Akron on May 25, 1928 to the late Nick and Ines Spardy. He was preceded in death by his brother, Ray Spardy. Bill is survived by his wife of 64 years, Jean; children, Linda (Al) Frattura, Deborah Marcelli, Ray Spardy and Dennis (Kathy) Spardy; 12 grandchildren...
Mary M. Gardner
Apr 19, 2013
Mary M. Gardner Mary M. Gardner, 84, of Akron, passed away April 19, 2013 at her home. She was born in Akron on May 13, 1928 to the late Joseph and Josephine Reynolds. Mary will always be remembered as a loving person who was devoted to her family and friends. She enjoyed traveling with her husband of 64 years and...
James M. Kilmire
Apr 18, 2013
It was confirmed today, God really does send Angles to earth, then call them home when their errands are done. James Michael Kilmire has passed away at the age of 65. Imagine the son everyone wished for, the brother everyone needed, the husband everyone dreams of, the dad everyone adored, the grandpa everyone should have, the uncle everyone admired, the...
Arden P. Osborne
Apr 16, 2013
Arden P. Osborne Arden P. Osborne, 66, went to be with the Lord on April 16, 2013. He retired from Meggitt Aircraft Braking Systems and was a member of the Masons. Survivors include his wife, Sherry, of 43 years; son, Shane (Jamie); daughter, Erin (Robert) Bucy; grandchildren, Becca, Caleb, Dylan, and Morgan; sisters, Becky Thomas and Queenette Baur; and brother,...
Wilda C. Wilson
Apr 16, 2013
Wilda C. Wilson, 88, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away April 16, 2013. She was born in Vandergrift, PA on January 23, 1925 to the late Porter and Thelma Thomas. Wilda was a lover of animals and enjoyed spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Wilson, Sr.; grandson, Jeffery Wilson; sister, Bernice Magdinec. Wilda...
Randee Lee Dean
Apr 16, 2013
Randee Lee Dean, 59, of Akron, passed away April 16, 2013. He was born in Akron on January 26, 1954 to the late Robert and Georgia Dean. Randee is survived by his wife of 21 years, Ana; daughters, Daniella and Rochelle; son, Gentry; brother, Rolly Dean. Family and friends may call on Saturday, April 20, from 2-4 p.m. at NEWCOMER...
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