Obituaries
Betty L. Rodecap
Oct 1, 2012
Betty L. Roadcap "Aunt Bettie", 90, of Akron, passed away October 1 2012. She was born in Flushing, Ohio on October 20, 1921 to the late George and Nora Fuller. Aunt Betty retired from Goodyear, after 40 years of building blimps.She was preceded in death by her husband; Ray; 6 sisters and 5 brothers.Aunt Betty is survived by her sister,...
Jane K. Recklaw
Sep 30, 2012
Jane K. Recklaw, 51, of Akron, passed away suddenly September 30, 2012. She was born in Akron, OH on December 30, 1960 to the late William and Maryann Greathouse. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Bobby. Jane is survived by her daughter, Crystal; grandchildren, Kaedon and Hunter; God-daughter, Angie Austin; special friends, Mary Woodward, Debbie Austin, Tammy...
Mona L. Rogalski (Nee Laclair)
Sep 30, 2012
Mona L. Rogalski (nee LaClair), 59, passed away on September 30, 2012. Preceded in death by her parents, John and Alma LaClair. Survivors include her beloved husband, Tom, of 22 years; son, Denny (Brandi) Carmichael; daughters, Charlotte (Kyle) Hoover, Cheryl (Dan) Biggins; grandchildren, Brandon and Angel Carmichael; brother, Bruce (Annette) La Clair; sister, Judy (Frank) Jones, Vicki (Rod) Gay. Calling...
Deborah Lynn Sheppard
Sep 28, 2012
Deborah Lynn SheppardDeborah Lynn Sheppard, 51, of Akron, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2012. She was preceded in death by her uncles, Chuck and Russell. She is survived by her husband, Andy Rhodes; children, William (Amber) Copen and Amber (Jayson) Rhodes; parents, Shirley and Derald Sheppard; brothers, Scott (Brenda) and Douglas; grandson, Anthony Copen; and beloved pets. Visitation will...
Robert M. Burkholder
Sep 28, 2012
Robert M. Burkholder (Burkie) Robert M. Burkholder, 78, of Akron, passed away peacefully at home after a short, courageous battle with cancer on September 28, 2012. Burkie was born in Akron on May 29, 1934 to the late Dorothy and Clarence Burkholder, Sr. He was employed at General Tire for 30 years and later for Revlis. He was a member...
Rita C. Woodling
Sep 28, 2012
Rita C. Woodling (nee Spalding) There was a celebration in Heaven on September 28, 2012 when our Precious Beloved Mother Rita was welcomed into the divine embrace of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Rita was born in Akron on December 14, 1928. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert C. Woodling; parents, Hattie May and Joseph E....
Elaine M. Phillips
Sep 26, 2012
Elaine M. Phillips, 85, of Akron, passed away September 26, 2012. She was born in Akron on August 17, 1927 to the late Park and Ruby Smith. Elaine is survived by her husband of 67 years, Earl; sons, Dennis and Randy (Nancy); grandchildren, Aaron (Megan), Nicole, Jennifer; brother, Gerald Smith; sister, Nancy Yankulov.Family and friends may call on Monday, October...
Darrell B. Marsden
Sep 26, 2012
Darrell passed away peacefully after a well-fought battle with cancer, with his loved ones by his side. He was preceded in death by mother and father, Ruth and Bruce Marsden, and wife Yvonne. He is survived by his dear, beloved Mary Webb, who was lovingly devoted to him; his son and daughter-in-law Jason and Allison Marsden; grandchildren Wesley and Kobi...
Wayne P. Rutledge
Sep 25, 2012
Wayne P. Rutledge, 75, went into the presence of Jesus on Tuesday, September 25, 2012, after a recent illness and hospital stay. A lifelong resident of Akron, he was a graduate of Central High School and served in the U. S. Army in Korea. "The Rut" was the family patriarch and his passing leaves a huge void in the lives...
Gladys F. Ellis (Arehart)
Sep 25, 2012
G. "Fern" Ellis (Arehart), 102, passed away September 25, 2012. She was born in Mogadore, OH on December 30, 1909 to the late Howard and Ada Arehart. She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Scotty. Fern is survived by her daughter, Marilyn (Ray) Millmier; grandchildren, Christopher, Mimi (Casey) McKinney, Timothy, Tammy (Dillon) Shammo; great-grandchildren, Vincent and...
James E. Penn
Sep 25, 2012
James E. "Jim" Penn, 76, went to be with the Lord on September 25, 2012. Jim retired from Goodyear after 40+ years of service. He enjoyed car racing and spending time with his beloved grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Margaret Penn. Survivors include his beloved wife, Alice, of 33 years; sons, Gary, Bobby (Char), Larry (Elaine),...
Edward Glenn Bigley
Sep 23, 2012
Edward Glenn "Jug" Bigley, 49, passed away on September 23, 2012. Ed enjoyed tending to his flowers and was a "Jack-of-all-trades." He loved camping, fishing, and his dog Toby. He was loved by all and will be greatly missed. Preceded in death by his brother, James Mitchell Bigley. He is survived by his partner, Randy Butcher; parents, Robert and Deanna...
Terri L. Klebs
Sep 20, 2012
Terri L. Klebs, 56, of Akron, passed away September 20, 2012. She was born in Akron on April 9, 1956 to the late John and Irene Webb. Terri is survived by her loving husband of 25 years, Jeff; sons, Joe (Amy) and Frank (Amanda); grandchildren, Bryana, Chloe and Joey; sisters, Sharon, Debbie and Karen. Family and friends may call on...
Thomas E. Farrell
Sep 20, 2012
Thomas E. FarrellThomas E. Farrell, 81, of Tallmadge, passed away September 20, 2012. Thomas proudly served in the U.S. Air Force and retired from the U.S. Postal Service. Thomas was born in Waterbury, Connecticut on August 17, 1931 to the late Thomas and Margaret Farrell. He was also preceded in death by his first wife, Lois Farrell and grandson, Shawn...
Betty Jo Sturm (Nee Mitchell)
Sep 20, 2012
Betty Jo Sturm (nee Mitchell), 79, born May 23, 1933, passed away on September 20, 2012, surrounded by her loving family. She will be deeply missed by her husband and best friend of 37 years, Joe Sturm. She is also survived by her sister, Elaine Terry; daughters, Jan, Lisa (Tiny), Faith (Steve) Melody, Hope; stepdaughters, Jodi, Jennifer; grandchildren, Melanie, Eric...
Judith L. Pritchard
Sep 18, 2012
Judith "Judy" L. Pritchard, 63, of Akron, passed away September 18, 2012. She was born in Akron on December 18, 1948 to the late Charles and Ruth (Yoder) Pritchard.Judy enjoyed making crafts for gifts, painting and sitting on her front porch.Judy is survived by her son, Chuck Coburn; daughter, Rena (Jason) Hamric; grandchildren, Dakotah Tomkins, Chloe and Alana Hamric; sister,...
Josephine E. (Fraley) Larrick
Sep 17, 2012
Josephine E. (Fraley) Larrick, 92, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on September 17, 2012. Josephine was a member of Springfield Fellowship. She retired from Edwin Shaw Hospital after 25 years of service. Preceded in death by her husband, Fred Fraley; son, James Fraley; brother, Aubrey Robertson; sister, Gladys Heffner. She is survived by daughter, Susan (Lloyd)...
Mary Jane Mcfarland
Sep 17, 2012
"TOGETHER AGAIN"Mary Jane McFarland, 84, went on to meet the love of her life, Vince, on September 17, 2012. Mary Jane was a member of St. Matthew's Parish for 54 years, the Ladies Guild, Knights of Columbus Auxiliary, Hoban Mother's Club, the Hibernian Society, and was a Girl Scout leader for 9 years. She volunteered for the Red Cross for...
Donny Glen Dye
Sep 16, 2012
Donny Glen Dye, 47, went to be with the Lord unexpectedly on September 16, 2012. Donny loved his family, music, playing his guitar, and was an avid hunter. He also enjoyed helping people and was a very thoughtful person. Preceded in death by his father, Luther; brother, Brian; aunts, Linda and Betty; uncle, Dick; cousins, Mary Jane, Theresa, Barb, and...
Seth M. Soulsby
Sep 14, 2012
Seth Michael Soulsby Seth Michael Soulsby, 19, of Mogadore, passed away September 14, 2012 in Killeen, Texas. He was born March 19, 1993 in Gainesville, Florida. Seth was a graduate of Mogadore High School Class of 2011. He was currently serving in the U.S. Army at Ft. Hood, Texas. He is preceded in death by his grandfathers, Harry Kay Soulsby...
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