Obituaries
Edward H. Elzholz
Jun 13, 2013
Edward H. Elzholz, 57, after a bravely fought battle with cancer, went home to be with the Lord on June 13, 2013. He was many things to many people; devoted husband, loving father, amazing grandfather, and loyal friend to so many. Through the most difficult times, he was always there to lend an ear, crack a joke or bring a...
Phyllis L. Dennison
Jun 12, 2013
Phyllis L. Dennison, 73, passed away peacefully at home on June 12, 2013, with her family surrounding her. She was born in Akron and resided in Lakemore her entire life. She retired from Buckingham-Doolittle and Burroughs after 23 years of service. Phyllis enjoyed traveling, her winters in Florida, cross-stitching, gardening, and was very family-oriented. She was a member of Calvary...
Homer E. Devaul
Jun 11, 2013
Homer E. DeVaul passed away Tuesday, June 11, 2013. He was a man who never met a stranger and made countless friends. Homer was born in Shadyside, Ohio to Irving and Venia DeVaul. He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter Patti Jo DeVaul; twin-brother, Bert. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Margaret; children, Randy...
Naomi J. Overholt
Jun 10, 2013
Naomi J. Overholt, 80, of Stow, passed away June 10, 2013. She was born in Akron on July 3, 1932 to the late Robert and Georgetta Allen. Naomi was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Overholt Sr.; sister, Janice Wicks. She is survived by children, Donald (Diana) of Stow, Wayne of Georgia, Jeannette of New Jersey, Martin (Sue) of...
Ira Lytle
Jun 9, 2013
Ira (Bud) Lytle, 85, of Uniontown passed away on June 9, 2013 due to an accident. He was born in Smith Mills, PA on October 27, 1927 to the late Lawrence and Susan (Gillian) Lytle. Bud graduated from Madrea High School. He pitched for the Pittsburgh Pirates for two year. He joined the Navy, and then proceeded to work for...
Earl T. Clayton
Jun 9, 2013
Earl T. Clayton , 68, of Springfield Twp, passed away June 9, 2013. He was born July 4, 1944 in Elkins, WV to Earl L. and Violet Louise (nee White) Clayton. Retired as an auto body technician at Marhoffer Chevrolet. Earl served his country in the U.S. Army during Vietnam. He is survived by his loving Wife, Sue A. Clayton,...
Patrick Donald Seevers
Jun 7, 2013
Patrick Donald Seevers, 81, left this world on June 7, 2013. He was a veteran of the Korean War, having served with the US Navy and US Air force. Patrick drove a school bus for many years for the Beachwood Schools. He was a member of the VFW and American Legion Post #175. Preceded in death by his parents, Charles...
Mildred Mishler
Jun 7, 2013
Mildred Mishler "Grandma Sparky" Mildred Mishler "Grandma Sparky", 93, passed away on June 7, 2013. She was born on June 4, 1920 in Berlin, PA. Preceded in death by her parents, Solomon and Mary Brant; her loving and devoted husband of 68 years, Irvin; sisters, Grace Murray, Dolly Moore, Mary Mishler and Mae Baker; brother, Roy Brant. She is survived...
Betty Jean Scalia
Jun 6, 2013
Betty Jean Scalia "Doni" Betty Jean Scalia, 88, of Akron, passed away June 6, 2013. She was born in Akron on December 23, 1924 to the late Clarence and Gladys Schill. During World War II, Betty worked at Goodyear inspecting gas masks. She was a loyal pen pal to many soldiers serving during the war. She was a past member...
William Eugene Swiger
Jun 5, 2013
William E. Swiger, 65, of Canton, passed away June 5, 2013. He was born in Akron, OH on January 4, 1948 to the late William Earl and Helen Swiger. He was preceded in death by his brother, Virgil.Bill is survived by his daughters, Julie (Mike) Dittmer, Jennie (Kenneth) Hughes and Patricia; 11 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren; brothers, Ronald, Bo and...
Craig S. Allen
Jun 5, 2013
Craig S. Allen, 33, of Akron, passed away on June 5, 2013. He was born on November 17, 1979 to Steve and Barbara (Shawbell) Allen in Akron, OH. Craig loved playing his guitar and especially enjoyed listening to the "Melvins". He liked fishing and adored his dog, Sugar. Craig is survived by his loving Parents, Sister, Lisa (Joe) McCormick, Brother,...
Robert B. Charlton
Jun 4, 2013
Robert B. Charlton, 87, of Green, OH passed away on June 4, 2013 at Hospice Care Center. He was born on May 31, 1926 to the late James and Nell (Truog) Charlton in Monongah, WV. Bob retired as a Director of Purchasing for Mohawk Rubber Co. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy during WWII, was a kamikaze survivor on...
Margaret Helen Cunningham
Jun 3, 2013
Margaret Helen "Totsy" Cunningham Totsy, 82, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, friend, and faithful Christian passed away on June 3, 2013, after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer's and other complications. Totsy was born in Akron, Ohio, on September 11, 1930, the second child of Dorothy and Jack Looney. She lived most of her life in Akron, Ohio,...
John J. Gussey
Jun 3, 2013
John J. Gussey, 70, went to be with the Lord on June 3, 2013. John was a member of Stow Alliance Fellowship. He was a football, baseball, and softball coach for many years. He enjoyed building things and being outdoors. Preceded in death by his parents, Alvin and Gertrude Gussey. Survivors include his wife, Patricia, of 24 years; sons, John...
Robert V. Beebe
Jun 1, 2013
Robert V. Beebe "Bob" Robert V. Beebe, 63, of Akron, passed away June 1, 2013. He was born in Long Beach, California on September 16, 1949. Bob retired from Metro Regional Transit Authority where he delivered busing schedules. He was a member of Summit County REACT and the DAV. He served as a volunteer for the American Red Cross and...
Mary B. Evans
May 31, 2013
Mary B. Evans, 53, of Akron, passed away May 31, 2013. She was born in Barberton, OH on May 5, 1960. She gratduated St. Vincent - St. Mary, attended Akron University and worked at Akron Foundry Co. A special thank you to the Ostich family for all their support for Mary.She is survived by her mother, Barbara; boyfriend, Clarence Kulich;...
Morris A. Smith
May 31, 2013
Morris A. Smith Morris A. Smith, 88, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on May 31, 2013. He was born April 8, 1925 in Imperial, West Virginia to the late Roy and Hattie Smith. He proudly served in the U.S. Army and retired from Lockheed Martin after 33 years. He was a member of Akron Praise Temple...
James Denton Caughron
May 30, 2013
James Denton Caughron James Denton Caughron, 92, of Akron, passed away May 30, 2013. James was born in Sweetwater, Tennessee on May 16, 1921 to the late William and Lela Caughron. He served in the U.S. Navy as an aviation mechanic and worked on Corsair F4U airplanes. He was employed at Akwell Corp. for 28 years and later retired from...
Ray A. Elrod
May 30, 2013
Ray A. Elrod, 71, of Akron, went to be with his Lord on May 30, 2013. He was born on February 17, 1942 to the late Gene and Mary (Sausser) Elrod in Weymouth, MA. Ray worked as a Millwright Machinist Mechanic with his Journeyman's license. He was very active who enjoyed spending time outdoors. On October 5, 1996, he married...
Russell O. Rose
May 30, 2013
Russell O. Rose, 96, went to be with the Lord on May 30, 2013. Russell retired from Goodyear after many years of service. He was a member of the First Apostolic Church of Tallmadge and the Portage Beagle Club. Preceded in death by his nephew, Jim Rose. Survivors include his beloved wife of 49 years, Margarette; son, Michael Rose, of...
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