Obituaries
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...
Guy Wayne Chenney
Apr 14, 2013
Guy Wayne Chenney Guy Wayne Chenney, 44, of Massillon, passed away April 14, 2013. He was born in Cuyahoga Falls on December 13, 1968 and attended North High School. Wayne worked for Midwest Curtainwalls for over 20 years. He belonged to the GBU and Ironworkers Local 468. He was a member of the Barberton Social Club and Barberton Civitan. In...
Edward J. Morton, Sr.
Apr 13, 2013
Edward J. "Big Ed" Morton, Sr. age 32, passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2013 at his home in Akron. He was born on October 23, 1980 to Nardella (Andrew) Stockard and Edward Gooden. Edward worked for Saurez Manufacturing Company in Canton, OH and enjoyed listening, producing and performing his rap and R&B music. He was preceded in death by...
Janet O. Lawson
Apr 12, 2013
Janet O. Lawson Janet O. Lawson, 62, of Springfield, passed away April 12, 2013. She was born in Warren, Ohio December 29, 1950 to the late Malcolm and Laura Orr. She was also preceded in death by her infant son, Bryan. Janet will be deeply missed by her loving husband of 41 years, Henry; siblings, Kathie Hafely, Barbara McCombs, Rita...
Estelle Pack
Apr 11, 2013
Estelle Pack, 82, of Suffield, passed away April 11, 2013. She was born in Martin County, KY on July 31, 1930 to the late Seymour and Callie Penix. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest; son, Ronald Pack. Estelle is survived by her children, Linda (Dennis) Pirt, Louella, Roger (Darlene) and Jim; grandchildren, Chris (Scott) Emmert, Trisha (Jim)...
Fred M. Willingham
Apr 9, 2013
Fred M. Willingham, 52, of Akron, passed away April 9, 2013. He was born in Akron on January 30.Fred is survived by his son, Michael; father and mother, Joseph and Donna Willingham; brothers, Joe (Diana) and Jeff (Cynthia); sister, Chris. Fred will be missed by his family.
Glen T. Easterling
Apr 9, 2013
Glen T. "Butch" Easterling, age 68, passed away on Tuesday, April 9, 2013 at his home in Springfield Twp. He was born on May 16, 1944 in Barberton, OH to Glen V. Easterling and LaDonna (nee Scott) Arnold. Glen worked as a driver for AA Blueprints for many years and served his country as a member of the U.S. Naval...
John A. Lindesmith
Apr 8, 2013
John A. Lindesmith John A. Lindesmith, 78, of Akron, passed away April 8, 2013. He was born in Lisbon, Ohio on February 12, 1935 to the late John A. and Dorothy Lindesmith. John proudly served in the U.S. Air Force. He worked as an X-ray technician for several years and retired as an insurance salesman. In his free time, John...
Joe M. Vest
Apr 6, 2013
Joe M. Vest, 58, of Akron, passed away April 6, 2013. He was born in Akron on February 24, 1955. He was preceded in death by his father, Lilburn and Grace Tanner. Joe is survived by his wife of 10 years, Ruth; son, Michael (Donna) Reder; sister, Linda Tanner. The family would like to thank Holy Family Hospice for their...
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