Obituaries

Darrell B. Marsden

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

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)

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

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

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

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

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)

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Patricia A. Memmer

Patricia A. Memmer

Sep 14, 2012

Patricia A. Memmer Patricia A. Memmer,62, of Akron, passed away September 14, 2012. She was born in Thetford, England on April 18, 1950 to the late Frederick and Vivian Scott. Patricia was the owner and operator of That Bloomin' Florist. She was very artistic and enjoyed crafts. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by daughter, Carrie...

Loretta Marie Honeycutt

Loretta Marie Honeycutt

Sep 14, 2012

Loretta Marie Honeycutt "Sue"Loretta Marie Honeycutt, 73, of Akron, passed away September 14, 2012. She was born on September 24, 1938 to the late Dalton and Loretta Oliver. She retired from Goodrich Tire and Rubber. In addition to her parents, Sue was preceded in death by her daughter, Diana Torma; and siblings, Lois, Ethel, Ann, Jim, and David. She will...

Linda Sue Cutlip

Linda Sue Cutlip

Sep 14, 2012

Linda Sue Cutlip (nee Schenault) Linda Sue Cutlip, 68, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on September 14, 2012. Linda was born in Pulaski, Virginia on November 15, 1943. She was devoted to her church, Victory Baptist Temple, where she served as the secretary. She loved shopping and spending time with her children and grandchildren. She was known for helping anyone...

Porter S. Clark

Porter S. Clark

Sep 13, 2012

Porter S. Clark Porter S. Clark, 82, of Randolph, passed away September 13, 2012. Porter was born in Akron on September 19, 1929 to the late Russ and Bertha Mae Clark. Porter worked for Goodyear Aerospace and later Loreal, retiring after over 40 years of service. He was a 32nd Degree Mason and a member of Akron Baptist Temple. In...

Betty Jean Fuller Blake

Betty Jean Fuller Blake

Sep 11, 2012

Betty Jean Fuller Blake Betty Jean Fuller Blake, born March 27, 1928, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on September 11, 2012. Betty was preceded in death by her husbands, Ernest Blake and Leonard Fuller; and son, David C. West. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Survivors are daughter, Sandra K. Mills (Tom); son, Mark...

Lizabeth E. Mervosh

Lizabeth E. Mervosh

Sep 10, 2012

Lizabeth E. Mervosh (Huff) Lizabeth E. Mervosh, 88, of Rootstown, passed away September 10, 2012. She was born in Morgantown, WV on July 17, 1924 to the late Prentice and Jeannette Wolfe. She was a member of St. Peter of the Fields Catholic Church. Lizabeth loved her birds and Hartville Kitchen. She was proud of having known Don Knotts in...

Richard C. Grayem

Richard C. Grayem

Sep 10, 2012

Dick passed away September 10, 2012 with his wife and children at his bedside. Most of his 90 years were spent in Akron. He was a graduate of East High School where he lettered in football. He attended Akron Art Institute and his favorite pastime was drawing original cartoon characters. He spent four years in the Army in World War...

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