Obituaries
Helen R. Martin
Sep 6, 2024
Helen R. Martin, 98, passed away peacefully at home September 6, 2024. She left her earthly home to go on to her eternal home in Heaven with Jesus Christ, her personal and loving Savior.
Helen was always loving, kind and faithful to her family and many friends. Her love and prayers have helped us in our lives. She will be greatly...
Robert H. Moyer
Sep 6, 2024
Robert (Bob) Moyer, age 90, of Medina, passed away Friday, September 6, 2024 after a long and fulfilling life.
Born November 2, 1933 in Youngstown, Ohio to Vesta and Tom Moyer, Bob graduated from Youngstown State University, and served honorably in the Army. Bob worked for both Goodyear and Firestone before retiring and moving to the consulting world. He was a...
Joe Jr Sturm
Sep 6, 2024
Joe Jr Sturm, age 79, of Akron, passed away on September 6, 2024 in the comfort of his home surrounded by his loving family. Joe Jr Sturm was born December 21, 1944 in Barbour County, WVA to J. Luther and Chloie (England) Sturm. He graduated from Central High School in 1963. He worked for Firestone Tire and Rubber as a...
Milton A. Bowersox Jr.
Sep 6, 2024
Milton A. Bowersox Jr., 63, of New Franklin, passed away on September 6, 2024 surrounded by his family. Milt was born on October 16, 1960 in Akron, Ohio to Betty and the late Milton Bowersox Sr. He attended Norton High School, and retired from E.L. Stone after 20+ years of service.
Milt was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing....
Clinton Eugene Thomas Jr.
Sep 5, 2024
Clinton Eugene Thomas Jr., age 54, of Akron passed away on September 5, 2024.
He was born in Brooklyn, New York on October 5, 1969. He grew up in Brooklyn, North Carolina and Akron. He played college basketball in both California and New York. His last career path was in the health care field in a group home where he was...
Douglas R. "Doug" Lampe
Sep 5, 2024
Douglas Ray “Doug” Lampe, age 84, passed away peacefully on September 5, 2024 at JTR Hospice Care Center in Akron, Ohio after a long, progressive illness with COPD and heart failure. Doug was born on January 26, 1940 in his grandparents (Cook) home in Akron, Ohio. His parents were the late Raymond V. Lampe and Dorothea Cook Lampe. Doug was...
Edward P. Craft
Sep 4, 2024
Edward P. Craft, 64, passed away unexpectedly at home on September 4, 2024. Born in Akron, Ohio to Paul and Frances (Weese) Craft, he was a lifelong area resident. Ed enjoyed his candy, motorcycles, collecting guns and spending time with his family and friends. He was a fun loving guy who enjoyed life to the fullest and never knew a...
Howard "Wayne" Pickens
Sep 3, 2024
Howard "Wayne" Pickens
July 11, 1944 - September 3, 2024
Wayne went to be with his Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, September 3, 2024.
He was born in Akron, OH on July 11, 1944, to James and Lulah Pickens. Wayne is survived by his wife of 53 years, Sally; daughters, Lisa Fuller (Christian), Rebekah Crabeels (Shawn), and sons, Jerry Pickens (Lisa)...
Jeanette Faye Johnson
Sep 3, 2024
Jeanette Faye Johnson, 69, of Akron, passed away on September 3, 2024. She was born on January 7, 1955 in Bellevue, Ohio, the youngest of the five children of the late Clyde Henry and Claire Lorraine Johnson.
Jeanette graduated from Bellevue Senior High School in 1973 before attending Akron General Nursing College. She earned her nursing degree in 1978 and spent...
Justine Mary "Dini" (Swan) Price
Sep 3, 2024
Justine Mary “Dini” (Swan) Price, age 65, passed away unexpectedly in her home on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. Justine was born November 26, 1958 and grew up in Ellet, Ohio. She was a cherished daughter, sister, and aunt.
Justine was known for her bright personality, thoughtfulness, and contagious laugh that could brighten anyone’s day. She found joy in the simple things...
Marylyn Jean Heffelfinger
Sep 3, 2024
Marylyn Jean Heffelfinger, 95, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on September 3, 2024. Marylyn was born on February 13, 1929 in Letart, West Virginia to the late Hoyt and Mary Sayre.
She graduated from high school in Point Pleasant, West Virginia before moving to Akron, Ohio to attend cosmetology school. Through family members, she was introduced to Dail Kay. They...
Jacqueline S. Walder
Sep 2, 2024
Jacqueline S. Walder, 74, of Canal Fulton, Ohio, formerly of Uniontown passed away peacefully September 2, 2024. Born in Akron, Ohio to Delmer and Margaret (Plouse) Williams, she was a lifelong area resident. Jackie enjoyed reading, bicycling, water skiing, rollerblading, going to Cancun and spending time with her family.
In addition to her parents, Jackie was preceded in death by her...
Meta Virginia Lee
Sep 2, 2024
Meta Virginia Lee, age 73, of Hartville, born November 22, 1950, passed away on September 2, 2024 surrounded by those who loved her.
She is proceeded in death by her parents Virginia Connors (mother), John Ringler (father), George McCartney (stepfather); and brother Timothy Ringler. She is survived by her 3 children David Patti (Rachel) of Erie, PA, Meta M. Hausser (Michael)...
Carl Hundley Jr.
Aug 30, 2024
Carl Hundley Jr., age 51, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord unexpectedly on Friday August 30, 2024. He was born in Akron on June 23, 1973 to Carl and Juanita (Spragling) Hundley.
Carl is survived by his father and mother Carl and Juanita Hundley; brothers Rodney (Leanne) Tarver, Darrell (Dana) Tarver, Anthony (Deborah) Hundley, Martin (Talise) Hundley, Rodney...
Julia Mae Simmons
Aug 29, 2024
Julia Mae Simmons, affectionately known as "Taboo" or "Lady Boo," passed away on August 29, 2024, at the age of 63. Born on July 23, 1961, in Akron, Ohio, she spent her life in the same vibrant city that she cherished.
Julia had a profound love for God which was evident in her dedication to her faith and her beloved church....
Lester Luther Phillips
Aug 28, 2024
Lester Luther Phillips, 76, of Akron, passed away on August 28, 2024. He was born in Clinton, OH on June 16, 1948 to the late Austin and Rowena {Shields} Phillips.
In addition to his parents, Lester was preceded in death by his grandson Dalton Szurek, sisters Millie (Mike) Durbin and brothers Donald, Frank and Bobby Phillips.
Lester is survived by his loving...
William L. McCabe
Aug 28, 2024
William L. "Bill" McCabe, age 78, of Mogadore, passed away on August 28, 2024 at Akron City Hospital. He was born on November 9, 1945 to the late William and Betty McCabe in Akron, OH.
Bill worked many years as a truck driver before his retirement.
On July 29, 1967, he married Frances M. (nee DiDomenico) McCabe. Bill and Frances lived in...
Serena A. Little
Aug 27, 2024
Serena A. Little, 38, of Tallmadge, passed away on August 27, 2024. She was born in Cleveland on September 23, 1985 to the late April {Breazeale} Abernathy.
Serena is survived by her loving brother, Richard Sturdivant Urminski; uncles Aubrey, Alvin, Raymone and Robert Breazeale; nephew Richard Sturdivant Urminski Jr.
Family and friends are welcome to visit at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 N....
Paul Glessenger Hamrick
Aug 26, 2024
"Together Again"
On August 26th, 2024, Paul Glessenger Hamrick completed his earthly duties and was called home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. At the gates of Heaven, Paul took the hand of his beloved late wife Carol, and they are now strolling along the streets of gold, hand in hand together forever.
Paul was born on August 4,...
Margaret E. Wilson
Aug 26, 2024
Margaret Wilson, 78, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Bays, West Virginia, to Pearly and Dora (Pierson) Rose. Margaret spent most of her adult life in the Akron, Ohio, area. She has been a devoted member of Grace Baptist Church since 1975.
Margaret's passions included growing flowers, taking monthly trips to the Haven...
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