Obituaries
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,...
Eva Fay Welsh
Nov 23, 2012
Eva Fay Welsh (Parsons)(Lenington) Eva Fay Welsh, 91, of Tallmadge, went to be with the Lord on November 23, 2012. She was born in Charleston, West Virginia on June 18, 1921 to the late John and Goldie Parsons. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Lloyd Lenington; husband, Ronald Welsh; son, James Lenington; brother, Cliff Parsons; sister,...
Doris C. Wagster
Nov 23, 2012
Doris Catherine Wagster, 88, longtime resident of Uniontown, took her first heavenly breath on November 23, 2012, surrounded by her family, the same day she took her first earthly breath on November 23, 1924 in Akron to William J. and Anna (nee Martin) Briggs. Doris faithfully served 21 years as a military wife and mother in war and peace. She...
Gary Edward Lebarre
Nov 22, 2012
Gary Edward LeBarre Gary Edward LeBarre, 55, of Akron, passed away November 22, 2012. Gary was born in Akron on February 18, 1957 to the late Arthur and Jean LeBarre. He worked for the Akron Board of Education for 31 years. In his free time, he loved fishing, baseball, golf, and spending time outdoors. Gary will be deeply missed by...
Leon Dale Miller
Nov 22, 2012
Leon Dale MillerLeon Dale Miller, 69, of Uniontown, passed away November 22, 2012. Leon was born in Hartville on April 18, 1943 to the late Allen and Abigail Miller. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Calvin Henry Miller; sister, Sara Mae Miller; and the mother of his children, Suzanne L. Metz. Leon will be deeply missed by...
John E. Woody
Nov 21, 2012
John E. Woody, 64, lifelong resident of Springfield Twp, passed away November 21, 2012. He was born January 17, 1948 to Frank and Elizabeth Woody. John spent three years serving in the U.S. Army and retired in 2008 from Lakeland Mold. He enjoyed golfing, gardening, hiking, waterfall photography, RVing, all with his wife, family and friends. Survived by his parents;...
Vicki Lynn Kalapodis
Nov 21, 2012
Vicki Lynn Kalapodis Vicki Lynn Kalapodis, 56, of Akron, went to be with the Lord on November 21, 2012. She was born in Akron on September 1, 1956. Vicki was employed at Weaver Industries for 30 years, and later worked for Potomac, Summit Racing, and Ellet Center. She was a member of The Chapel and BLAST. She loved going out...
Roger L. Hess
Nov 19, 2012
Roger L. Hess, 68, of Akron, passed away November 19, 2012. He was born in Panther, WV on September 11, 1944 to the late Henry and Gladys Hess. Roger loved to play cards, chess and playing horseshoes. Roger is survived by his sister, Janet Wilcox; special cousin, Sandy Richards; several nieces and nephews.Family and friends may call on Tuesday, November...
Bernice Ledford
Nov 19, 2012
Bernice Ledford, loving mother and grandmother, 86, resident of Akron formerly of Kent, passed away Monday, November 19, 2012. She was born on January 15, 1926 in Dyersburg, TN to Ben and Vera (nee Heathscott) Dunavent. Preceded in death by her parents; husband, Albert C. "Jack" Ledford; son, Albert Samuel Ledford. Survived by her children, Bobby (Karen) Ledford, Larry (Dian)...
Georgia Lutz
Nov 19, 2012
Georgia "Carrollene" Lutz (nee Keaton) Georgia "Carrollene" Lutz, 74, passed away peacefully on November 19, 2012 through complications of Alzheimer's Disease. Her beloved husband, Mike, was by her side. She was preceded in death by her parents, Otis C. and Bonnie Keaton; brother, O.C. Keaton; and sister, Jeanette Good. Left to cherish her memory is her husband of 43 years,...
Kenneth Dillman
Nov 19, 2012
Kenneth W. Dillman, 90, lifelong resident of Akron, passed away on Monday, November 19, 2012. He was born on March 30, 1922 to Walter and Beatrice Dillman. Arrangements are being handled through Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 N. Canton Rd, Akron, OH 44305.
Robert C. Young
Nov 18, 2012
Robert C. Young, 45, of Springfield Twp., passed away November 18, 2012. He was born in Cuyahoga Falls on May 29, 1967. Rob was preceded in death by his father, Roland; grandson, Patrick and great-nephew, Lucas.He is survived by his wife, Shellie, of 10 years; children, Jeffrey, Nick, Brandon and Kaitlyn; mother, Lois; brother, Rick (Angie); sister, Julia (Dan); many...
Susie B. Crandall
Nov 18, 2012
Susie B. Crandall (Pierson) Susie B. Crandall, 74, of Stow, passed away on November 18, 2012. She was born on April 26, 1938 in Spencer, West Virginia to the late James Herbert and Vida F. Childers. Susie was a member of Falls Berean Bible Church. In her free time, she enjoyed quilting and gardening. Her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and others...
Eugene Stoner
Nov 17, 2012
Eugene H. "Gene" Stoner, 84, resident of Akron, formerly of Green, passed away on Saturday, November 17, 2012. He was born on January 8, 1928 in Fayette County, PA to the late Charles E. and Leu H. Stoner. Gene married the late Gladys M. Bates on June 18, 1949 in Waynesburg, PA. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII...
Nina L. Walker
Nov 17, 2012
Nina L. Walker, 75, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on November 17, 2012. She was born in Warren, OH on July 11, 1937.She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph, of 53 years. Nina is survived by her daughters, Laura Cunningham and Debra King; 5 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren; many nephews and one special niece,...
Franklin D. Payk
Nov 16, 2012
Franklin D. Payk, 79, of Springfield Twp., passed away November 16, 2012. He was born in Crab Orchard, KY on August 20, 1933 to the late Emil and Cleo Payk. Frank worked for General Tire as a tire builder for over 25 years and retired from Lakemore Village after many years of service. Frank was a member of the Army...
Walter Konesky
Nov 16, 2012
Walter Konesky, 90, was reunited with his wife of 62 years, Sarah, on November 16, 2012. Walter retired from McNeil Machine Inc. He served in WWII in the 101st Airborne, 503d Parachute Infantry Regiment, where he received a Presidential Citation for extraordinary heroism in the re-claiming of Corregidor and a letter of commendation for superior performance of duty during the...
Gloria F. Dvorak
Nov 15, 2012
Gloria F. Dvorak, 89, passed away on November 15, 2012. Gloria enjoyed playing bingo and traveling to Florida. Preceded in death by her husband, Richard F. Dvorak. Survivors include daughter, Kathleen Williams; son, Russell (Linda) Dvorak; grandchildren, Richard (Loretta) and David Williams; great-grandchildren, Robert, Wyatt, and Megan. Per Gloria's wishes, cremation will take place and private services will be held...
Gerald E. Matthews
Nov 14, 2012
Gerald "Jerry" Matthews, 74, of Akron, passed away Wednesday, November 14, 2012. He was born in Lemont Furnace, PA on September 14, 1938 to the late Virgil and Beatrice (Cassidy) Matthews.Jerry attended school in Pittsburg, PA and graduated from West High School in Cleveland. Jerry went on to serve our country in the Marine Corps. Jerry retired from H&M Management...
Betty J. Rege (Nee Woolcock)
Nov 13, 2012
Betty J. Rege (nee Woolcock), 86, passed away on November 13, 2012. She was born in Akron, Ohio on December 27, 1925 and was a graduate of Buchtel High School, class of 1945. She retired as cash office manager from the M. O'Neil Company, Stow-Kent branch, in 1988, after 23 years' service. She was extremely talented in a variety of...
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