Obituaries
Bonnie L. Slinkosky
Sep 18, 2024
Bonnie Lee Slinkosky, 93, of Akron, Ohio passed away on September 18, 2024 after a short illness. Bonnie was born in Wilbur, West Virginia on May 15, 1931 the daughter of Dale and Eska Weekley. Bonnie had her own Beauty Shop called, Touch of Beauty, and had many special customers over the years until she retired at the age of...
Robert Y. Tan
Sep 17, 2024
“What a friend we have in Jesus” was one of the favorite hymns of Robert Tan, who on September 17 went to be with the Savior he loved. Robert Y. Tan was born in China on March 19, 1927. He is survived by his wife Betty of 60 years, his daughter Pearlyn (Dan) Stultz, sons Keith Tan, Eugene (Jeanne) Tan,...
Tracy L. McIntosh
Sep 17, 2024
Tracy L. McIntosh, age 49, of Akron, passed on Tuesday September 17, 2024. She was born October 30, 1974 in Greenwood, Mississippi. She moved to Akron at the young age of 14 where she met her husband Douglas Porterfield and shared three children with him. She obtained her high school diploma from Garfield High School and later obtained an associate...
John Edward Johnson
Sep 16, 2024
John Edward Johnson, lovingly known as "J.J.", age 72, passed away unexpectedly on September 16, 2024. He was born on March 20, 1952 in Akron, Ohio.
He worked at Norandex for 14 years and ultimately retired from the City of Akron Water Company after 20 plus years of service. He enjoyed music (preferably The Beatles), fishing, camping, Mountain Dew, NCIS and...
Walter Alvin "Tom" Lance
Sep 16, 2024
Walter Alvin "Tom" Lance, 86, of Tallmadge, passed away at his home on September 16, 2024. He was born in Baughman Township, Ohio on April 27, 1938 to the late David D. and Geraldine {Clapper} Lance.
In addition to his parents, Tom was preceded in death by his sister Shirley Carr.
Tom is survived by his loving sons, Dave (Carletta) Lance and...
Chester F. Lesniak
Sep 15, 2024
Chester (Chico) Frank Lesniak, 97, passed away on September 15, 2024 at The Village of St. Edwards in Fairlawn, Ohio. Born in McKeesport, PA to the late John & Helen Lesniak, he was the fourth of seven children. In 1942 he moved to Akron, OH and served in the United States Army during WWII. In the years that followed he...
Michael D. Jones
Sep 15, 2024
Michael Dean Jones, affectionately known as “Big Mike” or his childhood name, “Pee Michael”, was called home to be with the Lord on September 15, 2024 at the age of 57. He was born on August 24, 1967 in Akron, Ohio to the late Betty J. Johnson and Eddie Shinholster, Sr. He was raised by his step-father, the late Johnnie...
Eileen Louise Jackson
Sep 15, 2024
Eileen Jackson, born July 27, 1929 in Akron, Ohio to the late George and Florence {Evans} Smith. She was preceded in death by husband Herb in 1986, infant daughter, 4 brothers and 3 sisters.
She worked in the office of Kohn Beverage for 23 years and Summit County Treasurer's Office for 21 years.
She is survived by son Michael and special daughter-in-law...
Marie Denise Morris
Sep 13, 2024
Marie Denise Morris, 62, passed away on September 13, 2024. She was born on June 16, 1962 in Newport News, Virginia to Robert and Barbara Morris.
Marie began her career at Diebold as a customer service representative before being promoted to materials analysis. She was a dedicated employee who enjoyed her work and the camaraderie of work friends. After a successful...
Carmela "Carmi" Allen
Sep 12, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Carmela “Carmi” Allen, 87, a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Carmi passed away peacefully, at Mulberry Gardens Memory Care on September 12, 2024.
She was preceded in death by her husband and love of her life, Don Allen; children, Chuck, Donny and Lisa; daughter-in-law, Barb; sister, Elaine Innocenzi; parents,...
Eula Jean Minor
Sep 11, 2024
Eula Jean Minor, 92, passed away peacefully at home on September 11, 2024. Born in Howard, West Virginia to Leo and Bessie Johnson, she resided in the Akron, Ohio area most of her adult life. Jean enjoyed reading, quilting, gardening, tending her plants and spending time with her family.
In addition to her parents, Jean was preceded in death by her...
Rayleen M. Walsh
Sep 10, 2024
Rayleen M. Walsh, 63, of Copley, passed away after a long battle with Crohn's Disease and its complications on September 10, 2024. She was born in Akron on December 9, 1960 to Ellen {Phillips} Bloom and the late Raymond Bloom.
Rayleen is survived by her loving husband Edward; mother Ellen Skeens; daughter Michelle (DJ) Meeker; son Dustin (Amanda) Brink; step-sons John...
Jo Ann Scaglione
Sep 9, 2024
Jo Ann Scaglione, devoted wife of 58 years to Fred Jr., loving mother to daughters, Kellie (Dan) Chapman and Carrie (Kevin) Emhoff and sons, Fredrick III and Anthony Scaglione, passed away peacefully on September 9th, 2024 following a long illness.
Born to Kelly and Ophelia Corbett in Louisville, Kentucky, on October 1st, 1946, Jo Ann moved to Akron, Ohio following her...
Wilma Jean Cornwell
Sep 9, 2024
Wilma Jean Cornwell (nee Doyle), age 93, passed away September 9, 2024 at her residence. Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at Newcomer Funeral Home (131 N Canton Rd., Akron, OH 44305). Calling hours will take place from 12-1 p.m. prior to the service. Graveside service will follow the service at 2p.m. at...
William R. Allen
Sep 9, 2024
William Robert Allen, also known as Bob, Bobby, Grandpa, Papaw, Daddy'O, Dad, and Pastor Allen, age 81, of Akron, passed away on September 9, 2024. He was born in Parkersburg, WV, on March 15, 1943, to Bill and Nina Allen. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Dan and Tom. Bob is survived by his loving wife...
Mike D. Jones, "Dr. Death"
Sep 9, 2024
Michael Douglas Jones, a.k.a. "Dr. Death", 71, of Uniontown, passed away on September 9, 2024. He was born in Akron on September 24, 1952 to the late Harold E. and Irene {Laport} Jones.
In addition to his parents, Mike was preceded in death by his beloved wife Leona "Darlene" Jones in 2018, and his brothers Curtis Jones and Kevin Jones.
Mike is...
William Leon Anderson Jr.
Sep 8, 2024
Funeral Service for William Leon Anderson Jr. will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, September 20, 2024 at Newcomer Funeral Home. Visitation will take place from 11-12 prior to the service on Friday at the funeral home.
Brother William L. Anderson Jr. a.k.a. “Pee Wee”, transitioned to a new life on September 8, 2024. He was born February 7, 1961...
John Paul Salyer
Sep 8, 2024
John Paul Salyer, age 88, of Akron, passed away on Sunday September 8, 2024 at Copley Health Center. He was born on March 24, 1936 in Akron, Ohio to the late Jason and Myrtle (Gilbert) Salyer. He served for 9 years in the United States Marine Corp. stationed in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina and traveled to many places. Once honorably...
Joseph Lloyd Graffuis
Sep 6, 2024
Joseph Lloyd Graffuis, 65, passed away unexpectedly September 6, 2024. Born in Akron, Ohio to Thomas and Rita (Bey) Graffuis, he was a lifelong area resident. Joe enjoyed watching the Browns and Buckeyes, NASCAR, camping, having a beer in his garage and spending time with his family, including his dog Mordecai. He also loved watching his granddaughter play softball.
In addition...
Benedetto R. Donatelli
Sep 6, 2024
Benedetto Robert Donatelli passed away on September 6th. Ben was a wonderful, loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He was the son of Domenico and Maria Donatelli. Ben is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Mary Ann Bisesi. Their family, son Ben of Akron, daughter Jeannemarie Fazio (Tom) of Green, son Michael (Laura) of Mt. Juliet,...
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