Obituaries
Mary L. Willey
Jun 26, 2013
Mary L. Willey, 93, passed away quietly at home, after a long illness, on June 26, 2013. She was a member of Akron Baptist Temple. Preceded in death by her husband of 74 years, Glen; son, David; daughters, Joanne and Judy; sister, Mabel. She is survived by brother, Earl King; daughter-in-law, Helen Willey; son-in-law, Les Cockerham; grandchildren, Michele, Kim, Lori,...
Wayman Charles Mckee
Jun 26, 2013
Wayman Charles McKee Charles McKee, 68, of Akron, passed away June 26, 2013. He is now in Heaven with his loving wife Rita. Charles was born in New Richmond, West Virginia on December 30, 1944 to the late Wayman and Gladys (Staley) McKee. He graduated from Ellet High School in 1963 and married Rita Ellis on June 18, 1967. He...
Vinnie Lou(Postlethwaite) Crispin
Jun 25, 2013
Vinnie Lou (Postlethwaite) Crispin , 71, of Springfield Twp, OH, passed away June 25, 2013 with her daughter by her side. She was born May 21, 1942 in Akron, OH, the daughter of the late Carl Anderson and Lennie Hanline. Vinnie loved painting, woodworking, making jewelry, wallpapering and many crafts. She retired as a bartender from the Mogadore VFW Post...
Gary R. Kiss
Jun 25, 2013
Gary R. Kiss, 63, of Akron, passed away June 25, 2013. He was born in Akron on August 20, 1949. Gary served in the Army during the Vietnam Conflict. After returning from Vietnam, he became a bricklayer. He was passionate about music and loved his three cats.He was preceded in death by his father, John Kiss Jr. Gary is survived...
Richard Reed
Jun 24, 2013
Richard "Dick" Reed, 75, of Akron, passed away Monday, June 24, 2013 after a long illness. Richard was born in Akron, Ohio on January 19, 1938 to the late Jack and Midred Reed (Christie). Dick graduated from North High School and attended Kent State University. He was a part owner of Reed Sterling Industries. Then became owner of Christopher Machine...
Esther A. Woods
Jun 24, 2013
Esther A. Woods, 81, passed away on June 24, 2013. Esther was born in Akron on August 21, 1931 to the late John and Jennie Carlson. She was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church in Akron. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Homer; daughter, Karen Woods; brothers, Melvin and John Carlson; sisters, Hulda...
Rex J. Starn
Jun 22, 2013
Rex J. Starn Rex J. Starn was born April 2, 1921 in Fairmont, West Virginia. He left this earthly life June 22, 2013 only to enter into eternal life. He was preceded in death by his wife, Norma Starn and son-in-law, Don Abicht. He leaves three children; Cheryl (Terry) Bennett, Carole Abicht, and Jim (Tina) Starn; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren;...
Michael W. Riley
Jun 19, 2013
Michael W. Riley, age 34, passed away on Wednesday, June 19, 2013. He was born on December 23, 1978 in Akron, OH. Mike always kept a positive outlook on life. He is survived by his mother, Cindy Riley, grandmother, Virginia McDonald, brother, Sam McDonald, many nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. Mike will be truly missed by all his family and...
Louanne Berry
Jun 19, 2013
Louanne "Lexia" Berry, age 70, passed away on Wednesday, June 19, 2013 at her home in Akron. She was born on January 11, 1943 to the late Louis and Elizabeth Morrell. On October 19, 1964 she married Tony Berry in Munroe, Michigan. Louanne is survived by her husband, Tony, daughter, Tiffany Clark of Akron, son, Christian Berry of Los Angeles,...
Ray Lamb
Jun 19, 2013
Ray Lamb, 80, of Akron, passed away after a long illness on June 19, 2013. Ray lived a wonderful and happy life, being a friend to everyone and helped many people along the way. Ray worked for Goodyear Tire & Rubber for 37 years.He was preceded in death by his son, William. Ray is survived by his loving wife of...
Alice Joyce Schoen
Jun 18, 2013
Alice Joyce Schoen (nee Harper) Alice Joyce Schoen, 77, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away June 18, 2013. She was born in Parkin, Arkansas on August 29, 1935, to the late Roy Bob and Hattie Mae Harper. For many years, Alice was a well loved and respected waitress at Firestone Country Club. She was preceded in death by her parents and...
Charlotte M. Ball
Jun 18, 2013
Charlotte M. "Charlie" Ball, 65, went to be with the Lord on June 18, 2013. Charlie was born on November 5, 1947 to the late Charles and Arlene Arnette. She was a member of Sawyerwood Methodist Church. Her family was the most important thing to her. She loved spending time with her precious grandkids. Preceded in death by her sister,...
Kenneth S. Filler
Jun 18, 2013
Kenneth S. Filler Kenneth S. Filler, 80, of Akron, passed away June 18, 2013. Ken was born on July 1, 1932 in Rossiter, Pennsylvania to the late Ira and Bertha Filler. He proudly served in the U.S. Army and was a Korean War veteran. He was employed for 22 years at Alside and for 6 years at Drosbach. He served...
Ernest "Jack" Rouse
Jun 18, 2013
Ernest "Jack" "Pap" Rouse, 85, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away at his home on June 18, 2013 on his 85th birthday. He was born on June 18, 1928 to William and Rose Rouse in Akron, OH. Jack served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and a Junior Vice Commander of Polish Legion American Veterans USA Post 32. He...
Joseph C. Fast
Jun 18, 2013
Joseph C. Fast, of Akron, passed away June 18, 2013. He was born in Akron on April 22, 1960 to the late Ray and Ilene Thompson. Joe was the best husband and father in the world. Joe is survived by his wife Kathy Jo Fast; daughters, Heather (Michael) Akins, Danielle (Keith) Stokes, Heidi and Holly Carmichael; grandchildren, Jacob, Adam, Austin,...
Mike Berezonsky
Jun 17, 2013
Mike Berezonsky Mike Berezonsky, 88, of Akron, passed away on June 17, 2013. He is now together again with his beloved wife, Stephanie. Mike was born in Dixonville, Pennsylvania on November 21, 1924 to the late Metro and Anna Berezonsky. Mike moved to Akron from Cairnbrook, Pennsylvania 70 years ago to take a job as a machinist at Firestone. Over...
William A. Brake
Jun 17, 2013
William Albert Brake, age 69, of Akron, passed away on June 17, 2013. He was born on July 23, 1943 to John and Margaret (Lee) Brake in Akron, OH. Bill is survived by his loving Wife, Judith P. Brake and many Family and Friends. He was preceded in death by his Father, John P. Brake, Mother, Margaret H. Brake, Sister,...
Glendon Neal Milliron, Sr.
Jun 16, 2013
Glendon Neal Milliron, Sr. Glendon Neal Milliron, Sr., 80, of Akron, passed away June 16, 2013. He was born in New Marshfield, Ohio on April 19, 1933 to the late Jacob and Bernice Milliron. He proudly served in the U.S. Army and retired from Reiter Dairy. He was a longtime member of the South Akron Orioles Nest 167. In addition...
William L. Carpenter
Jun 14, 2013
William Carpenter,62, of Akron, passed away June 14, 2013. He was born in Akron on August 16, 1950 to the late Ralph and Alma Carpenter. Bill dedicated his life to spoiling his wife and loving his family.He was preceded in death by his father-in- law and mother-in-law Delmer and Ina McCallister; brother-in-law, Ronnie McCallister.Bill is survived by his wife of...
Nancy R. Billeter
Jun 14, 2013
Nancy R. Billeter, 79, of Akron, passed from this life on June 14, 2013 to heavenly arms of Jesus. She is finally free, in the arms of her Savior, rejoicing with her parents. She was born in Mogadore on April 21, 1934 to the late Noah and Margorie Billeter. Nancy was a "firecracker" whom loved Elvis, her pets and her...
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