Obituaries
Samuel J. Tomsello
May 8, 2014
Samuel J. Tomsello, 67, of Akron, passed away May 8, 2014. He was born in Akron on August 15, 1946 to the late John and Margaret Tomsello. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Rose and Brenda. Sam is a veteran of the U.S. Army having served in Vietnam.Sam is survived by his loving companion of 35 years, Pat;...
Mary L. Gibitz
May 8, 2014
Mary L. Gibitz, 89, of Tallmadge, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2014. During WWII, Mary worked at Firestone Aircraft as a "Rosie the Riveter". She loved cooking, gardening, and especially loved her Andrea Bocelli music. Preceded in death by her loving husband, Raymond. She is survived by sons, James (Dana), Mark (Paula), and Kevin (Renita); grandchildren, Jason (Melissa), Joshua,...
James E. Legg
May 7, 2014
James E. Legg passed from this world on May 7, 2014 at 9:08 pm after a valiant fight with cancer. He was born in Akron on October 28, 1948 and lived all of his life in the area. Jim served six years in the Army National Guard before taking a discharge in 1973. He retired from Graphic Arts Rubber in...
Carolyn J. Holloway
May 7, 2014
Carolyn J. Holloway, 74, of Ellet, passed away May 7, 2014. She was born in Ely, NV on June 2, 1939 to the late Nelson and Virginia Lewis. Carrie loved her Lord and her church Akron-Springfield Assembly of God. She was an avid reader, gardener and enjoyed feeding the birds.Carrie is survived by her husband of 11 years, Lester; sons,...
Zachary Caleb Warner
May 6, 2014
Zachary Caleb Warner, age 24, of Uniontown, Ohio passed away May 6, 2014. He was born December 16, 1989 in Akron, Ohio. Zach loved his family, playing soccer, his music (BOO) and was known by many as the "master of the selfie.'' He had a great sense of humor and kind spirit who often reached out to those in need....
William E. Kenepp
May 6, 2014
William E. Kenepp "Bill" Bill Kenepp, 65, passed away May 6, 2014. He was born on February 11, 1949 in Findlay, Ohio to the late Fred and Nellie Kenepp. He enjoyed living on Springfield Lake with his dogs. He spent his free time fishing, boating and having campfires. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Mary Anne Hill....
Jo Anne Rowe
May 5, 2014
Jo Anne Rowe, 76, of Akron, passed away May 4, 2014. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ken, of 32 years; father, John Roman, Sr. and brother, John Roman, Jr.Jo Anne is survived by her mother, Dorothy Roman; sisters, Linda Holbrook and Patricia Korfas; many nieces and nephews. She will be especially missed by her special nephew, Tom...
Samuel S. Timms
May 4, 2014
Samuel S. "Sam" Timms, 70, went home to be with the Lord on May 4, 2014. Sam served as a deacon at The Chapel in Marlboro and was a very active servant in the Men's Ministry as well as various prayer teams. He was also a member of the Wayfair Masonic Lodge and Yusef Khan Grotto. He enjoyed hunting, spending...
Robert W. Stachowiak, Sr.
May 4, 2014
Robert W. Stachowiak, Sr. Robert W. Stachowiak, Sr., age 84, went home to his Heavenly Father on Sunday, May 4, 2014. He was born on January 14, 1930 in Duluth, Minnesota to the late William and Agnes Stachowiak. Bob retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber after 38 years as a chemical engineer. During his career, he specialized in solution polymers...
Raymond Scarberry
May 3, 2014
Raymond Scarberry, 84, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away May 3, 2014. He was born in Jackson, OH on February 7, 1930 to the late James and Martha Scarberry. Raymond is survived by his daughters, Sheree (Ron) Cardoos, Renita (Paul) Starner and Valerie (Leigh) Atkins; grandchildren, Christopher, Jared, Sonia, Miriam and Shelley.Military honors will be held on Wednesday, May 7 at...
Patricia Fern Falasco
May 2, 2014
Patricia Fern Falasco, 76, a loving daughter, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, passed away May 2, 2014 at her home in Tallmadge. She was born in Stephenson, West Virginia on July 19, 1937 to the late Madison and Dorothy Dye. Patricia retired from Ohio Bell (Ameritech) after 30 years. She was a member of the Ladies Auxillary of the American...
Vernon Paul Galloway
May 1, 2014
Vernon P. Galloway, 62, of Akron, passed away May 1, 2014. He was born in Akron on March 18, 1952 to the late Robert and Mildred Galloway. Vernon was employed at Acme Fence for greater than 24 years. He had 23 years of sobriety. He was preceded in death by his brother, Robert Galloway and sister, Barbra Dickie. Vernon is...
Edward P. Keller
May 1, 2014
Edward P. Keller "Rusty" Rusty Keller, 66, of Barberton, passed away May 1, 2014. Rusty enjoyed spending time with friends at the CYO Community Center and taking daily walks to McDonald's for coffee. He loved the Lawrence Welk Show and The Waltons. On nice days, he could often be found working in the yard. Rusty was a proud veteran of...
Bernadine D. Garkovich
Apr 30, 2014
Bernadine D. Garkovich, 85, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away April 30, 2014 surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul and son, Gary.Bernadine is survived by her sons, Terry and John (Barb); daughters, Linda Handschumaker and Paula Garkovich; grandchildren and great-grandchildren.Family and friends may call on Tuesday, May 6, from 1-2 p.m. at NEWCOMER...
Marylou Cradlebaugh
Apr 30, 2014
MaryLou Cradlebaugh, 78, passed away April 30, 2014 at her home in Cuyahoga Falls. She was born in Peninsula, Ohio on October 28, 1935 to the late Ted and Velma Mitchell. MaryLou loved Bingo, camping, gardening and, of course, spending time with her family and grandchildren. She was also a huge sports fan and loved to watch her Cavs, Indians...
Michael J. Pugh
Apr 30, 2014
Michael J. Pugh, 54, of Akron, passed away April 30, 2014. He was born in Barberton, Ohio on December 2, 1959 to the late John and Inez Pugh. Michael always displayed his infectious, striking, and humorous personality. To know him was to love him..."okay!" In addition to his parents, Michael was preceded in death by 2 sisters, a brother, and...
Phyllis V. Reese
Apr 30, 2014
Phyllis Reese, 88, passed away April 30, 2014 at her home in Akron. She was born in Lewistown, Pennsylvania on June 2, 1925 to the late Millard and Anna Griffith. Phyllis was a longtime friend of Dr. Bob for over 40 years and, together, they helped many individuals along their paths. In addition to her parents, Phyllis was preceded in...
Brandyn M. Haymond
Apr 29, 2014
Brandyn M. Haymond, 34, passed away suddenly on April 29, 2014. Preceded in death by grandparents, Richard E. and Darlene Copeland, Charles J. and Hazel Haymond. Survivors include his beloved wife, Lisa; children, Brendyn, Brooklyn, and Danny; parents, Charles "Mark" and Sherri "Hope" Haymond; brother, Mark; sister, Kelly; niece, Layla; and numerous other beloved family members and friends. Calling hours...
Judith G. Carpenter Olson
Apr 29, 2014
Judith G. Carpenter Olson, 69, went home to the Lord on April 29, 2014. Judy retired from Akron Public Schools after many years of service. She was a member of The Chapel in Green. Judy was an animal lover and enjoyed her pet Chihuahuas. Preceded in death by parents, Donald and Donna Carpenter; and brother, David Carpenter. Survivors include sons,...
Jack Charles Pfaff
Apr 29, 2014
Jack Charles Pfaff, 73, passed away on April 29, 2014. Jack retired from Ford Motor Company, where he served in many capacities. He was an avid dirtbike rider and enthusiast and rode competitively for Twin Falls Sportcycles. Jack was very athletic and enjoyed skiing, running, bicycling, swimming, and many other outdoor activities. Preceded in death by his parents, Jack and...
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