Obituaries
Harriet Comeione
Aug 15, 2012
Harriet ComeioneHarriet Comeione, 70, of Akron, passed away August 15, 2012. She was born in Akron on January 4, 1942 to the late Ike and Rose Slonsky. Harriet retired from Ponderosa after 13 years of service. She was a member of Visitation of Mary Catholic Church. In her free time, Harriet enjoyed playing bingo and spending time with her beloved...
Alice D. Thibodeau
Aug 14, 2012
Alice D. Thibodeau Alice D. Thibodeau, 90, passed away on August 14, 2012. Alice was born in Rumford, Maine on July 29, 1922 to the late Charles and Roseanna Desveaux. She worked as an executive secretary at the Diamond Match Company prior to her marriage to Elphege "Al" Thibodeau on October 11, 1948. After her children were in school, she...
Bobby Ray Williams
Aug 12, 2012
Bobby Ray Williams, 68, of Akron, passed away August 12, 2012. He was born in West Virginia on August 8, 1944. He was a retired truck driver with Brown & Graves Lumber.Bobby is survived by his wife, Norma; sons, Brian, Brad and Bobby; grandsons and great-granddaughters.He was preceded in death by his son, Brent.There will be no local calling hours....
Ray B. Summers, Jr.
Aug 11, 2012
Ray B. Summers, Jr.Ray B. Summers, Jr., age 62, born September 3, 1949, passed away Saturday August 11, 2012 in South Daytona Beach, with his wife by his side. Ray was preceded in death by parents, Alva and Ray Summers; sister, Jeannie Powell; brother, Larry D. Summers. Ray is survived by his wife, Pat Summers; children, Ray, Melissa, Michele, Trisha,...
Mary Glenn
Aug 10, 2012
Mary Glenn, 98, got tired on her way to becoming 100 on August 10, 2012. She was a graduate of Kent Roosevelt High School and worked 13 years as a secretary for the Davey Tree Company. After getting married, she moved to Ellet where she lived for 48 years. For the last 14 years, she resided with her daughter, Linda...
Ginger Mccracken
Aug 9, 2012
Ginger "Susie" Lackey Robinson McCracken, 64, passed away on August 9, 2012, after a long illness. Susie was a barmaid and worked at George's Lounge for 15 years until purchasing the bar and changing the name to Susie's Place. She loved to party with her Road Doggies. Preceded in death by her parents, Arnold and Mayoma Lackey; sister, Theresa Sebastiani;...
Martin G. Buchanan
Aug 9, 2012
Martin G. "Buck" Buchanan, 60, passed away on August 9, 2012. Buck served with the US Air Force for 18 ½ years. He was a member of Broadman Baptist Church. Buck enjoyed NASCAR and fishing. Survivors include his beloved wife, Patti, of 14 years; mother, Carol Buchanan; sons, Patrick (Vicky) and William; daughter, Angela (Matt) Shurtliff; 5 grandchildren; sister, Pat...
William D. Trego, Sr.
Aug 7, 2012
William "Bill" D. Trego, Sr., 85, of Akron, passed away peacefully surrounded by family at home on August 7, 2012. He was born in Zanesville, OH on October 14, 1926 to the late Donald and Wilma Trego. Bill served our country in the Army during the Korean Conflict. He retired from Tramonte Distributing Co. of Akron, was a long time...
Gary D. Trent
Aug 6, 2012
Gary D. Trent, 71, of Hartville, passed from this life to his glorious promotion on August 6, 2012. He was born in Akron on February 14, 1941 to the late Charles and Arlene Trent. Gary retired as a truck driver with Clinton Petroleum. He was an avid hunter and loved his "dog ladylou".Gary was preceded in death by his loving...
Norma L. Kovach
Aug 6, 2012
Norma L. Kovach, 84, of Akron, passed away August 6, 2012. She was born in Monongahela Twp., PA on September 13, 1927 to the late Alvie and Jessie Metcalf. Norma moved to Ohio in 1954 and settled in Springfield Twp. area in 1959. For the last 15 years, she has lived with David and Kimberly in Akron. Norma loved to...
Katherine E. Ferrell
Aug 5, 2012
Katherine E. Ferrell, 99, of Akron, passed away August 5, 2012 just before her 100th birthday. She was born in Akron on November 2, 1912 to the late Lester and Mabel Shepherd.Katherine retired after 30 years from the Board of Education as Food Service Supervisor of Akron Public Schools, also retiring after 15 years from the Ohio Edison Company as...
Melissa Zimerla
Aug 3, 2012
Melissa ZimerlaOn the wings of angels, Melissa Zimerla, 90, is in her final resting place with her Lord and Savior.Born in Mt. Savage, MD to the late James and Annie Murray, she is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Charles L. Zimerla; brothers, Chuck and Jack Murray; sister, Dorothy Martin; and dear friend, Dan Nave.To treasure her memory are...
Paul R. Freed
Aug 2, 2012
Paul R. Freed passed away on August 2, 2012. At Essex of Tallmadge, at the age of 78. He was retired from Children's Hospital and had been employed at Dano's on the Lake before becoming ill. Preceded in death by his parents, Homer and Violet; sisters Margie and Veda. He is survived by his wife, Betty; daughter, Donna; brothers Sherley...
Odie Lee Neale
Jul 31, 2012
Odie Lee NealeOdie Lee Neale, 93, of Akron, passed away July 31, 2012. Odie was born in Wingo, Kentucky on April 7, 1919. She retired from Cardinal Plastics after 25 years of service. Odie will always be remembered as a wonderful woman who was quick with a smile and a hug. Her wish was for everyone to love each other....
Ned Arthur Oliver
Jul 30, 2012
Ned Arthur OliverNed Arthur Oliver, 72, passed away July 30, 2012. He was born on February 18, 1940 in Akron to the late Louis and Betty Oliver. Ned drove a school bus for many years and retired as the transportation supervisor for Woodridge Schools. He owned his own home improvement company and served as a volunteer fireman for Northampton. In...
Chester E. Yensen
Jul 28, 2012
Chester E. Yensen, 78, of Springfield Twp., went to be with the Lord on July 28, 2012. Chester was born on May 5, 1934 to the late Chester and Edna (Means). Chet retired from Seal Master Corporation in 1999 and was a member of New Apostolic Church for over 35 years. Chet was a local jazz musician, performing with the...
Walter P. Barthalow
Jul 28, 2012
Walter P. Barthalow "Butch", born March 24, 1942, passed away suddenly on July 28, 2012. Butch retired from Babcock & Wilcox after 29 years of service. He also worked at Circuit City and Barberton Hospital. Preceded in death by his parents, Walter Barthalow and Jennie Sungy; stepfather, Mike Sungy; ex-wife and the love of his life, Judith Barthalow Dolly; niece,...
William N. Schultz
Jul 27, 2012
William N. Schultz, Sr., age 76, of Green, passed away July 27, 2012. He was born in Wheeling, WV on November 13, 1935. Bill was an avid chess player, model railroad builder and he loved to play his guitar. He was an inventor and held patents on non-polluting engine and electrical generator. He was preceded in death by his wife,...
Juanita S. Butler
Jul 27, 2012
Juanita "Sue" Butler, 70, of Palmyra Twp., passed away July 27, 2012. She was born in Rievsville, WV on December 11, 1941. Sue was a member of the Victory Baptist Temple. She loved crocheting, spending time with her mother and grandchildren. Sue was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur; son, William and father, Sherman Smith.Sue is survived by her...
Roger A. Watson
Jul 26, 2012
Roger A. WatsonRoger A. Watson, 66, of Akron, passed away on July 26, 2012, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in Ravenna on May 25, 1946 to the late Rolland and Gladys Watson. He was deeply loved by all who knew him. Roger was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Gloria Szakal; and brother, Gerald Watson. He...
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