Obituaries

Earl R. Elliott, Sr.

Earl R. Elliott, Sr.

Mar 8, 2013

Earl R. Elliott, Sr. Earl R. Elliott, Sr., 87, of Akron, passed away March 8, 2013. He was born in Yonkers, New York on January 21, 1926 to the late Earl J. and Emily Elliott. Earl proudly served in the 62nd Fighting Seabees during World War II at Iwo Jima. He retired from the Akron Police Department after 25 years...

Donald R. Oeltjen

Donald R. Oeltjen

Mar 7, 2013

Donald R. "Oly" Oeltjen, age 82, passed away at his home in Akron on March 7, 2013. He was born on June 20, 1930 to the late Ernest and Rosella Oeltjen. Oly graduated from Ellet High School in 1948 before serving in the U.S. Navy. He retired as a Machinist from Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. after 42 years. He...

Stephen E. Keefer

Stephen E. Keefer

Mar 7, 2013

Stephen E. Keefer, 50, of Akron, passed away on March 7, 2013 after a 17 year battle with Lupus. He was born in Akron on August 10, 1962. He was an avid Steelers fan, golfer, cruiser, but most of all, Steve enjoyed his wonderful grandchildren. Steve was preceded in death by his father, Robert E. Keefer.Steve is survived by his...

Alaina Tristan Ord

Alaina Tristan Ord

Mar 6, 2013

Alaina T. Ord, 18, of Suffield, passed away suddenly on March 6, 2013. She was born in Akron, OH on July 14, 1994. Alaina graduated from Field High School in 2012, was a member of the Field Marching Band and Color Guard. She loved spending time with all her friends, but most of all, she thought the world of her...

Paul Anthony Oshinsky, Jr.

Paul Anthony Oshinsky, Jr.

Mar 6, 2013

Paul Anthony Oshinsky, Jr. Paul Anthony Oshinsky, Jr., 71, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away March 6, 2013. He was born in Poland, Pennsylvania on December 15, 1941 to the late Paul Anthony Oshinsky, Sr. and Pearl Marie Oshinsky (Sabo). He was also preceded in death by his sister, Patricia; brother, Philip; and great-granddaughter, Abigail. He is survived by his wife...

Betty L. Freed

Betty L. Freed

Mar 6, 2013

Betty L. FreedBetty L. Freed, born October 27, 1927 in Williamsport, PA and lived most of her life in Akron/Portage Lakes, was called home peacefully on March 6, 2013 at the Hospice Care Center. Preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Dorothy Grammas; husband, Paul; brothers, Junior and Robert; sister, Margaret; son, Jimmy Bonner, whom she loved dearly; grandsons,...

Michael David Lloyd

Michael David Lloyd

Mar 5, 2013

Michael David Lloyd, age 34, resident of Akron, Ohio, passed away on March 5, 2013. He was born on August 24, 1978. Michael is survived by his loving wife of nearly 15 years, Shauna Lloyd; 4 daughters; 1 son; many other relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, March 11, 2013 at NEWCOMER...

William A. Didomenico

William A. Didomenico

Mar 5, 2013

William "Big D" A. DiDomenico, 90, of Mogadore, passed away March 5, 2013. He was born in Akron on November 22, 1922 to the late Frank and Jenny DiDomenico. "Big D" was an avid golfer, bowler and loved to repair small engines.He was preceded in death by his brother, Raymond."Big D" is survived by his loving wife of 69 years,...

Ruth Angeline Ruby (Nee Epling)

Ruth Angeline Ruby (Nee Epling)

Mar 4, 2013

Ruth Angeline Ruby, 80, of Akron, passed away March 4, 2013. She was born in Pikeville, KY on July 30, 1932 to the late Estel and Carie Epling. Ruth loved watching Wheel of Fortune, playing bingo, where most of time, she won. Ruth was a homemaker and a wonderful caregiver. She was a survivor of breast cancer. Most of all,...

T. Charlene Smith

T. Charlene Smith

Mar 4, 2013

Thelma Charlene Smith, age 80, resident of N. Canton, OH went to be with Jesus at her home, with loved ones at her side, on Monday, March 4, 2013. She was born February 26, 1933 to the late Lenora and "Dutch" Calihan in Byesville, OH. Charlene was a member of First Baptist Church of Cambridge, OH. She loved her family...

Charles L. Brooks

Charles L. Brooks

Mar 4, 2013

Charles L. Brooks Charles L. Brooks, 81, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on March 4, 2013 after an extended illness. He was born in Gadsden, Alabama on January 22, 1932 to the late John Thomas and Lydia Brooks. He proudly served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict. Charlie was employed at Republic Steel in Gadsden, Alabama before...

Larry M. Morrow

Larry M. Morrow

Mar 3, 2013

Larry M. Morrow, 59, of Akron, passed away March 3, 2013. He was born in Akron on July 17, 1953 to the late Michael and Mary Morrow. Larry is survived by his fiancé, Cindy Sarvaic; daughter and son-in-law, Angel and William McDonald; grandchildren, Eddie; sisters, Mickey Davis, Sondra Osburn.

Danny M. Brown

Danny M. Brown

Mar 3, 2013

Danny M. Brown, 66, of Portage Lakes, passed away March 3, 2013. He was born in Massillon, OH on August 3, 1946 to the late Edward and Adelaide. Danny served as a Marine during the Vietnam War and was awarded the Purple Heart on 3 occasions. Danny was a great husband and best friend to his wife of 37 years,...

Mary Lou Weidaw

Mary Lou Weidaw

Mar 2, 2013

Mary Lou Weidaw, age 83, passed away on March 2, 2013 after a long illness during which she enjoyed watching, outside the living room window, the antics of the squirrels and birds bathing and chasing each other underneath the old willow tree. Mary Lou especially enjoyed visiting her daughter and "the puppies" in Arizona during winters. She was born on...

Edna S. Evans

Edna S. Evans

Feb 28, 2013

Edna S. Evans Edna S. Evans, 95, of Akron, went to be with the Lord, her husband, and her son on February 28, 2013. Edna lived a full and happy life and was ready to go home. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gilbert; son, Jim; and five brothers and sisters. She will be deeply missed by her...

Lorraine Hayes

Lorraine Hayes

Feb 27, 2013

Lorraine HayesLorraine Hayes, 84, passed away on February 27, 2013. Lorraine was born to Hjalmer and Olga Halvorson on April 12, 1928, in Williston, North Dakota. She met her husband, Kenneth, a Navy Seabee, and they married on April 21, 1945. Lorraine and Kenneth eventually settled in the Akron area where they raised their family. Lorraine was very active in...

Peyton Marie Burge

Peyton Marie Burge

Feb 25, 2013

Peyton Marie "Princess" Burge, infant, was born and passed away on Monday, February 25, 2013 in Akron, Ohio. She is survived by her parents, Jerry and Crystal Burge; brothers, Cameron and Jordan; grandparents, Sharon and Bob Tuel and Jerry and Carol Burge; aunts, Kim and Heather; uncle, Michael; other family and friends. A memorial service will be held at 4:00...

Geraldine M. Harper

Geraldine M. Harper

Feb 25, 2013

GERALDINE M. "GERI" (HOLLISTER) HARPER, age 81, went home to be with the Lord on February 25, 2013. Born on June 4, 1931 in Guardian, WV to the late Herbert and Pearl Hollister. Geri was a member of Akron Springfield Assembly of God. Preceded in death by her parents; Granny Ogle; brother, Dick Hollister; sisters, Patty Ward and Bobbie Jean...

Patrick Michael Boggs

Patrick Michael Boggs

Feb 23, 2013

BOGGS, Patrick Michael age 29 of Lebanon, Ohio passed unexpectedly Saturday, February 23, 2013 at his residence. Born July 8, 1983 in Akron, Ohio, Patrick was the son of Donald and Ann (Lampe) Boggs and was employed at Bob Evans as a cook. Patrick is survived by his parents Donald and Ann Boggs of Lebanon, Ohio and sisters Amanda Boggs...

Mildred Hill

Mildred Hill

Feb 23, 2013

Mildred Hill (nee Thompson), 88, of Akron, passed away February 23, 2013. She was born in Wellston, OH on June 10, 1924 to the late Charles and Zelpha Thompson. She was preceded in death by her brother, Gerald Thompson and sister, Karen Connors. Mildred is survived by her loving husband of 65 years, Buck; son, Steven (Nancy) Hill; grandchildren, Emily...

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