Obituaries
Mabel Louise Wright
Dec 8, 2012
Mabel Louise Wright (nee Himes) Mabel Louise Wright, age 80 died December 8th, 2012. A native of Spelter, West Virginia, Mabel married her sweetheart Lawrence in 1951. They moved to Ohio in 1952, living first in Barberton then moving to Akron before finally settling in Mogadore. Mabel was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who showed her love for others...
Pearl E. Nees
Dec 8, 2012
Pearl E. Nees, 82, resident of Akron, went home to be with her Lord on Saturday, December 8, 2012. She was born on September 27, 1930 in Youngstown, OH. She loved her family and spending time with her grandchildren. She is best remembered by her laughter and constant smile. Pearl is preceded in death by her mother, Luella Marsden and...
Terry A. Kreakie
Dec 6, 2012
Terry A. Kreakie, 65, passed away on December 6, 2012. He was born on December 9, 1946 in St. Mary's, PA to Carl L. and Orpha (nee Lance) Kreakie. He is preceded is death by his parents, brothers, Darles and Dwaine Kreakie and sister, Wilda Volchko. Terry is survived by his son, Craig (Julie) Kreakie of Westerville, OH and grandchildren,...
Douglass Wayne Hendrixson
Dec 6, 2012
Douglass Wayne Hendrixson, 70, a longtime resident of Akron, passed away suddenly on December 6, 2012 at Akron City Hospital. He was born on August 5, 1942 in Huntsville, AL to J.D. and Algie Hendrixson. He was a 'Teamster' for 30 years. Doug was a good man and will be greatly missed by his wife of 14 years, Marilyn; dog,...
Keira Jocelyn Amato
Dec 5, 2012
Keira Jocelyn Amato, aged 3 ½ months , passed gently into the arms of Jesus on December 5, 2012. Keira is the daughter of Patrick Amato and Ashley Lawrence of Kenmore. Keira was the joy of their life, and spread that joy throughout her family. During her brief visit on earth, she enjoyed listening to music, cuddling with soft toys,...
Joanne E. Glinsky
Dec 5, 2012
Joanne E. Glinsky, RN, age 71 passed away at her home on Wednesday December 5, 2012 from complications of ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease). Joanne was born on October 26, 1941 in Akron, Ohio.She was a graduate of Lake High School as well as a RN graduate from Akron City Hospital School of Nursing. As a nurse she was associated with...
Darlene Burrell
Dec 4, 2012
Darlene Burrell, 46, passed away on December 4, 2012. Preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Leanna Heitzelman. Survivors include her husband, Robert, of 16 years; stepdaughter, Rebecca; sisters, Debora (Dale) and Donna (David); and several nieces and nephews. Calling hours will be Friday, 4-7 p.m., at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron.
Beulah J. Swope
Dec 4, 2012
Beulah J. "Billie" Swope, 80, of Mogadore, passed away on Tuesday, December 4, 2012. She was born on June 14, 1932 in Akron to the late Lawrence and Opal Thornton. Billie retired from Goodyear after 40 years of service. She enjoyed camping, traveling, going to Las Vegas and spending time with family. Billie is preceded in death by her parents...
Dennis Clark
Dec 4, 2012
Dennis "Joe" Clark, 60, of Kent, passed away on Tuesday, December 4, 2012. He was born in Akron on June 3, 1952 to the late Francis and Ruby (nee Mitten) Clark. Joe was owner of Akron Belting which he established in 1989. He was an avid fly-fisherman and enjoyed golfing, Civil War history, driving his Honda S2000 and spending time...
Eugene M. Mccollam
Dec 2, 2012
Eugene M. McCollam Eugene M. McCollam, 70, of Deerfield, passed away December 2, 2012. Eugene was born in Mill Creek, West Virginia on January 13, 1942 to the late Ralph and Erma McCollam. He retired from Ford Motor Company after 40 years of service and he was a member of UAW Local 420. In his free time, Eugene loved hunting,...
E. Jay Phelps
Dec 1, 2012
E. Jay Phelps, 88, of Mogadore, passed away December 1, 2012. He was born in Akron on January 7, 1924 to the late Daniel P. and Ora (Stodgdill) Phelps. Jay was a graduate of Springfield High School in 1941. He graduated from the University of Akron in June of 1949 with a BS in Business Administration. He was a former...
Virginia V. Suto
Nov 29, 2012
Virginia (Baba)V. Suto, 91, of Akron, passed away November 29, 2012. She was born in Akron on July 11, 1921 to the late Adam and Sophia Doney. She was preceded in death by her husbands, William Brenn and Bob Suto; son, William Brenn; brothers, Michael, Walter, Paul, and David Doney; sisters, Evelyn Ansel and Irene Inch. Virginia is survived by...
Thomas O. Taylor
Nov 29, 2012
Thomas "Tom" O'Neal Taylor, 64, resident of Stow, OH, passed away on November 29, 2012. He was born in Akron on April 23, 1948 to Bob and the late June Taylor. Tom was a member of the Acker Moore Memorial Post American Legion (SAL). He most recently worked at Elbex in Kent and was an avid racecar fan. He is...
Ruth Jones
Nov 29, 2012
Ruth Ann Jones, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, passed away on November 29, 2012 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born in Akron on March 28, 1926 to Hugh 'Edward' and Anna Pauline (nee Tate) Woods. She was a beautiful lady, a loving inspiration to her family and friends. We are blessed to have had...
Sandra Kay Towsley
Nov 29, 2012
Sandra Kay Towsley Sandra Kay Towsley, 66, of Akron, went to be with the Lord on November 29, 2012. She was born in Akron on May 7, 1946. Sandy will always be remembered and loved for her generous spirit. She was an active member of Maranatha Bible Church and a foster parent for 35 years. All those who loved her...
James L. Miller
Nov 26, 2012
God called James L. Miller home for rest on November 26, 2012. Jim was born July 14, 1955 in Akron, OH. He leaves his wife, Kiomoka S. Miller; and mother, Ann Miller; step-mother, Dollie Miller (father, Robert Miller, deceased); daughters, Laura and Kiosha Miller; step-sons, Mike and Joe Stoltz; sister, Julie Stachowiak (Bill Stachowiak); aunts Kaye Wourke (Bill Wourke); Carolyn...
Robert M. Simmons
Nov 26, 2012
Robert M. Simmons, 87, passed away on November 26, 2012. He was born in Phillipsburg, PA on August 12, 1925. Robert served with the US Navy during WWII and worked as an Iron Worker for over 30 years. During his service with the Navy, he received many commendations including the Purple Heart. Preceded in death by his son, Wayne. Survivors...
Marjorie H. Clevinger
Nov 25, 2012
Marjorie H. Clevinger, 92, of Akron, passed away November 25, 2012. She was born in Braxton County, WV on August 30, 1920 to the late Sherman and Gay Carter.She was preceded in death by her husband, Dave; brothers, Billy, Nelson, Bradford and Herbert Carter; sisters, Shirley Young and Garnet Vaughn. Marjorie is survived by her sister, Marlene Mace; many nieces...
Betsy Freeman
Nov 24, 2012
Betsy Freeman, 75, went to be with the Lord on November 24, 2012. She was a member of South Main Street Church of God. Betsy enjoyed knitting and crocheting. Preceded in death by her parents, Luther and Nancy Collins; and son-in-law, Mike Hoke. She will be greatly missed by sons, Jack Spurgeon, of Kentucky, Billy Joe (Theresa) Spurgeon, of Kentucky,...
Harry W. Douglas
Nov 24, 2012
Harry W. "Doug" Douglas, 67, of Akron, passed away November 24, 2012. He was born in Akron on January 9, 1945 to the late Russell Douglas and Marjorie (Morris) Haup. He was preceded in death by his parents; aunt, Hannah "Judy" Matlock; brother, Russell Douglas, Jr. Doug is survived by his loving wife, Edith (nee Wright), of 24 years; brother,...
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