Obituaries
Louise E. Deckert
Jan 7, 2013
Louise E. Deckert, 96, passed away on January 7, 2013. Louise was a member of St. Peter's Episcopal Church where she served on the altar guild. She retired from Firestone and enjoyed successfully playing cards. She was an avid reader. She is survived by her sons, Henry (Judy) and Richard (Sylvia); daughter, Marilyn (Jerry) Shriner; sister, Shirley Frye; 8 grandchildren;...
Daniel "Mepa"Gibson Bennett
Jan 7, 2013
Daniel "Mepa" Gibson Bennett, 52, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away January 7, 2013. He was born in Akron on November 10, 1960 to the late Leroy and Ruth Bennett. Dan played Santa Claus with his wife all over Akron for many, many years. Dan is survived by his loving wife, Kelly, of 34 years; children, Danielle (Jerry) McWilliams, Benjamin (Tiffany)...
Douglas D. Gilbert, Sr.
Jan 6, 2013
Heaven received an ANGEL on January 6, 2013. Doug, Sr., 75, of Akron, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones. He is survived by his children, Doug, Jr. (Sue), Tim (Karla), Rick, and Jodie Berger; sister, Imogene Tshantz; brother, Dorsel (Mary) Gilbert; grandchildren, Renee, Vincent, Mindy, Timmy, Adam, Ashley, Brittany, Rickey, Maegan; 10 great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, and cousins;...
Robert R. Gates
Jan 5, 2013
Robert R. Gates Robert R. Gates, 88, of Akron, passed away January 5, 2013. He was born in Cambridge, Ohio on August 9, 1924 to the late J.P. and Beatrice Gates. Robert retired from CSX System after 44 years as a railroad conductor. In his free time, he enjoyed traveling, motorcycles, and building model airplanes. He loved Country and Western...
Joseph D. Edwards
Jan 5, 2013
Joseph D. Edwards, age 75, passed away on Saturday, January 5, 2013. He was born on July 21, 1937 in Akron, OH to James and Minnie Edwards. He retired from the US Postal Service after 40 years and enjoyed woodworking and treasure hunting at yard sales and flea markets. Joseph is survived by his wife, Darlene Morgan; children, Maureen, Rick,...
Ralph E. Whited
Jan 5, 2013
Ralph E. Whited, 80, of Atwater, passed away January 5, 2013. He was born in Gay, WV on March 21, 1932 to the late Ernie and Melissa Whited. Ralph retired from Babcock & Wilcox after 36 years of service. He was an avid woodcarver and gardener.Ralph is survived by his wife, Elizabeth, of 57 years; sons, Steven (Sally), Jeffrey (Sheila);...
Rose Marie Schartiger
Jan 5, 2013
Rose Marie Schartiger Rose Marie passed away on January 5, 2013. She was 85 years old. Like each of her children she held in her arms, she is now back in the arms of her loving mother once again. She was preceded in death by her parents, Anna and Andrew Koolish; two brothers and four sisters; son, James Cook, and...
William A. Browder
Jan 4, 2013
William A. Browder William A. Browder, 91, of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, passed away January 4, 2013. Bill was born on September 20, 1921 in St. Albans, West Virginia to the late William H. and Lilly M. Browder. Bill was a prominent builder and contractor in the Akron area. As a master carpenter, he also restored historical buildings in Peninsula. He...
Clyde H. Weidaw
Jan 4, 2013
Clyde H. Weidaw passed away peacefully on January 4, 2013 of complications related to Parkinson's Disease. He was born on August 6, 1935 to Lloyd and Viola (Bixler) Weidaw. Clyde graduated from Springfield High School in 1953 as class president. He married his high school sweetheart, Ruth Gillenwater, and they remained happily married for over 52 years. Clyde worked at...
Delcie A. Pierson
Jan 4, 2013
Delcie A. Pierson, 97, of Akron, passed away January 4, 2013. She was born in Alma, WV on February 22, 1915 to the late William and Margaret Birch.She was preceded in death by her husband, John, of 66 years; daughter, Margaret Jarvis; son-in-law, Delbert Jarvis. Delcie is survived by her son, Clyde (Carole) Pierson; grandchildren, Charlotte (Jim) Gemmel, Susan (Dean)...
Robert W. Reed
Jan 4, 2013
Robert W. Reed, 88, of Akron, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 4, 2013 at Akron City Hospital. He was born in Akron on December 15, 1924 to the late John and Ida Reed. He was a retired carpenter and a member of Local #639. Bob was an avid hunter and fisherman. He was preceded in death by his wife,...
Richard J. Rose
Jan 4, 2013
Richard "Jack" Rose, 73, of Akron, passed away January 4, 2013. He was born in Charleston, WV on May 8, 1939 to the late Pansy Ellison. Jack retired from the Air Force after 23 years of service. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Carol, of 32 years. Jack is survived by his son, Ernie (Stacy); daughters, Terrie,...
Robert E. Jarrett
Jan 3, 2013
Robert E. Jarrett of Tallmadge, passed away January 3, 2013. He was born in Ravenna, OH on July 26, 1956. Bob worked at ComDoc since 1996 and had a contagious personality. He was a devoted sports fan. He was preceded in death by his father, James. Bob is survived by his mother, Mary; brother, Steve and special companion, Misty; aunt,...
Lenora Lushbaugh
Jan 3, 2013
Lenora "Lee" Lushbaugh, 98, passed away peacefully, at home with her family, on January 3, 2013. Lee was born in Akron on September 28, 1914, to the late Ferd and Alvina Kasburg. She was a member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. Lee enjoyed watching Jeopardy, crossword puzzles, and reading and watching mysteries. In addition to her parents, she was preceded...
Mildred Y. Walck
Jan 3, 2013
Mildred Y. Walck, 94, of Akron, passed away January 3, 2013. She was born in Blackstone, IL on September 10, 1918 to the late Ray and Mae Walker. Mildred worked retail most of her life in the Akron area. She loved attending Tallmadge High School volleyball games where her son, Jeff, was the varsity coach. She was preceded in death...
Dorothy R. Wright
Jan 3, 2013
Dorothy R. Wright, 84, passed away on January 3, 2013. Dorothy was born on September 12, 1928 in Harrisville, WV, to the late Hugo Moats and Ada Moats Fox. She was a member of the VFW and First United Methodist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Murle; daughter, Tandy. Survivors include son,...
Anna Sitko
Jan 3, 2013
Anna Sitko Anna Sitko went home to be with the Lord January 3, 2013. Anna attended Akron First Assembly of God. She loved to cook and bake in her spare time. Preceded in death by her husband, Steve; brothers, Sylvester and Steve Breznak; sisters, Francis Dupchak and Violet Walent. Survived by son, David and wife Patricia; grandchildren, Mark (Joleen), Cindy...
Donald R. Anderson
Jan 2, 2013
Donald R. Anderson, 76, passed away on January 2, 2014. Don retired from Goodyear after 37 years and was also a US Army veteran. His favorite things were car shows and his family. Preceded in death by his parents and grandparents. Survived by his wife of 51 years, Shirley; 2 daughters, Lisa Anderson and Valarie (David) Muckensturm; his grandsons, Keith...
Steven David Shaull
Jan 2, 2013
Steven David Shaull Steven David Shaull, 54, of Akron, passed away January 2, 2013. He was born in Findlay, Ohio on August 31, 1958. Steven proudly served in the U.S. Navy and retired from the City of Akron Water Department. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert; and son, Joseph. He will be deeply missed by his children,...
Laurence J. Bianco
Jan 2, 2013
Laurence J. "Larry" Bianco, 61, went to be with his Lord on January 2, 2013. Larry was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He loved his family and friends and they loved him back. You could always count on him to bring humor to any situation. He was the family's superhero. His family always came first before anything else in...
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