Obituaries
Barbara Ella Gibson
May 7, 2012
Barbara Ella GibsonBarbara Ella Gibson, 56, of Akron, passed away on May 7, 2012 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Ilean Price and son, James. She is survived by her husband, Ronald Gibson; two stepchildren, Ron (Barb) and Debbie (Wayne); brother, James Price Jr.; sisters, Karen (Joseph) Carvelli...
Daniel R. Breckenridge
May 6, 2012
Daniel R. BreckenridgeDaniel R. Breckenridge, 66, passed away on May 6, 2012, following a long illness. He was born on September 7, 1945 in Akron, to the late Fred and Annie Breckenridge. He was a graduate of Kent Roosevelt High School and served in the US Army from 1963 to 1966. He was preceded in death by sister, Laurie; brother,...
Howard Truman Adams
May 6, 2012
Howard Truman Adams, 70, entered into heavenly rest on Sunday afternoon following a four-year battle with cancer. He died at his home in Hartville. He was born on July 13, 1941, in Colton, OH. Howard was a member of Community Christian Chapel. He retired after 29 years of service as a welder at East Manufacturing Co. He was a retired...
Roger D. Brooks
May 6, 2012
Roger D. Brooks, Sr., 62, passed away May 6, 2012. He was born in Alabama to the late R.B. and Mina Brooks. Roger is survived by his son, Roger (Trinity), daughter, Courtney (Shawn) Cromer; and the light of his life, his grandchildren, Tristan Brooks, Logan and Isabella Cromer. A private family service will be held for the immediate family only.
Dolly Crupe
May 5, 2012
Dolly Crupe, 88, born December 7, 1923, passed away on May 5, 2012. Preceded in death by her husband, Donald; parents, Elias and Minnie Lindley; brothers, Eugene, Dalton, Elias, and Glen; sisters, Marie, Zona, and Olive. She is survived by many nieces and nephews. Thank you to all of the staff at Kent Healthcare Center, with a special thank you...
Mark Alan Werner
May 4, 2012
Mark Alan Werner, 51, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on May 4, 2012. Mark was a life long resident of Akron. He was born on August 12, 1960 to Thomas and Donna Werner. Mark is survived by his son, Michael (Rashawn); grandson, Cory Michael; brothers, Tom Jr., Tim (Kelly Stubblefield), Terrance and Shawn (Pam); and many relatives...
William G. Kalapodis
May 3, 2012
William G. Kalapodis "Bill"Bill Kalapodis, 81, of Akron, went to be with the Lord on May 3, 2012. He was born in Akron on October 7, 1930 to the late George and Thalia Kalapodis. Bill served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber after 42 years as a department foreman. Bill was...
Larry Lee Stimson
May 2, 2012
Larry Lee Stimson, 66, passed away on May 2, 2012. Larry was born on March 16, 1946 to the late Park Stimson and Vauneta Baird. He loved the beach and being outdoors in the sun. Larry was a devoted family man. He was an Iron Worker for most of his life. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in...
Edward H. Watson
May 2, 2012
Edward H. Watson, 84, born February 25, 1928 in Akron, peacefully departed from his old life into his new life on May 2, 2012 after a courageous battle with cancer. A lifetime resident of Akron, he proudly served our country in the United States Army and was a WWII veteran. Ed retired from BFG in 1988 spending his time enjoying...
Barbara Ann Hilliard
Apr 30, 2012
Barbara A. Hilliard, passed away suddenly Monday, April 30, 2012. She was born on September 24, 1948 in Medina, OH to the late Norris and Christina Crooks.Barb was an avid fan of WWE and loved to travel. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Patricia; brother-in-law, Tom. Barb is survived by her husband of 15 years, Terry; sister,...
Eileen M. Goss
Apr 29, 2012
Eileen M. GossEileen M. Goss, 88, of Tallmadge, went to be with the Lord on April 29, 2012. She was born in Clarksburg, West Virginia on June 12, 1923 to the late Benjamin and Lauretta Snyder and was raised by her grandparents, A. Delbert and Florence Smith. Eileen was a caregiver for Matthews Nursing for 22 years. She was also...
Obbie L. Stull
Apr 29, 2012
Obbie Stull, 84, of Akron, passed away April 29, 2012. He was born on January 26, 1928 the late Ernest and MaryEllen Stull. Obbie is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Evaday; son, Jeffrey (Cindi); grandchildren, Adam and Hannah. Family and friends may call on Wednesday May 2 from 6-8 at Calvary Temple 3045 Albrecht Rd,, Akron where...
Paul Bohm
Apr 28, 2012
Paul Bohm,91, born January 20, 1921, died unexpectedly on Saturday, April 28, 2012. He is survived by his son, James (Jim) Bohm; his companion of 20 years, Shirley Branch; his sister, Helen Bertison; brother, Lawrence Bohm; nephews; nieces; great-nephews; great-nieces; and many special friends. He was known as the Pepper man of Green at Paul's Pepper Patch. He served his...
Ruth M. Doubledee
Apr 27, 2012
Ruth M. DoubledeeRuth M. Doubledee of Akron passed away on April 27, 2012 at Maison Aine. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph. She is survived by her four children, seven grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and future ones. Cremation has taken place and there will be no services at this time. If desired, donations may be made to the...
Gene Bowers
Apr 26, 2012
Gene Bowers, 74, passed away April 26, 2012. He was born in Coal City, WV on April 5, 1938 to the late Charles and Sadie Bowers. Gene is survived by his daughters, Brenda (Wayne) Voytek and Phyllis (Edward) Holman; 5 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild. Family and friends may call on Monday April 30 from 2-4 at NEWCOMER FUNERAL...
Wanda Redovian
Apr 25, 2012
Wanda Redovian, 61, went home to be with the Lord on April 25, 2012. Wanda was born in Cleveland on December 2, 1950 to the late John and Gladys Montgomery. She was a devoted teacher to her students at North High School where she worked since 1998. Wanda was a member of Temple Baptist Church in Green. Her children and...
Donald H. Wirth, Ii
Apr 24, 2012
Donald "Donnie" H. Wirth II, 40, passed away on April 24, 2012. He was born in Akron, OH on December 31, 1971 to Donald and Carole Wirth. Donnie loved to do so many things; working on cars, poker, video games, music, watching the Chicago Bulls and Bears, all the while, drinking his Dr. Pepper in his 64 oz. cup. He...
Katherine Barbara Schveibinz
Apr 24, 2012
Katherine Barbara (Fogler) SchveibinzKatherine "Kay" Schveibinz passed away in her sleep after a long and family–devoted life in Akron. Kay grew up just west of downtown to German-speaking immigrant parents, attended St. Bernard's Catholic School and graduated from Akron West High School. She learned secretarial science and worked for the Akron Public Schools as a school secretary for several years...
James E. Tenney
Apr 24, 2012
James E. TenneyJames E. Tenney, 70, passed away April 24, 2012. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sue; and parents, Hobert and Hazel Tenney. Jim is survived by his son, James G. (Catherine A. Ciamacca) Tenney; step-son, Lonnie (Yvonne) Murdock; grandchildren, Carmen, Sophia, Latasha, Jenny and Lonnie; sister, Alice (Darryll) DeWitt; and niece, Sherri (Mike) Booth-Turany. The family...
John Kerns
Apr 23, 2012
John Darrell "J.D." KernsJohn Darrell "J.D." Kerns, 48, of Brimfield Twp., passed away unexpectedly into the hands of the Lord on April 23, 2012. J.D. was born in Akron on September 30, 1963. He was a lifelong resident of Brimfield. A racecar enthusiast, J.D. had an extensive collection of Hot Wheels, collectible die cast cars, and NASCAR memorabilia. He loved...
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