Obituaries
Christine Lynn Hendricks
Oct 18, 2012
Christine Lynn Hendricks Christine Lynn Hendricks, 48, of Atwater, passed away October 18, 2012 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in East Liverpool, Ohio on February 24, 1964. She was employed at the Carousel Dinner Theater for 15 years. Christine will always be remembered as someone who worked hard and loved people. Her family and children were...
William M. Sandy, Jr.
Oct 17, 2012
William M. Sandy, Jr. William M. Sandy, Jr., passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Wednesday, October 17, 2012. He was born on November 4, 1922 in Orlando, West Virginia to the late Willam and Wilda Sandy. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Clayton Sandy; sisters, Velora Smith, Virginia Lewis, and Vola Lea Riffle....
John Christman
Oct 17, 2012
John Christman, 86, passed away on October 17, 2012. He resided in Akron for over 50 years. He was a member of Emmanuel United Church of Christ and retired from Pepsi Cola after many years of service. John was preceded in death by his wife, Arlene, of 62 years. Survivors include son, Nelson (Linda), of Tallmadge; daughter, Donna (Harry) Kinser,...
Lara Marie Viningre
Oct 15, 2012
Lara Marie Viningre, 46, of Akron, went to be with her Lord on October 15, 2012. Lara is survived by her parents, Bobbie and Glenn Drown; brothers, Christopher (Lisa), Scot, Todd; sisters, Misty Dawn, Nancy; special angels, Kristina, Deven Allen, Kendell and all her special friends. Family and friends may call on Saturday, October 20, from 5-6 p.m. with a...
Matthew L. Casey
Oct 15, 2012
Matthew "Matt" Casey, 31, of Akron, passed away on Monday, October 15, 2012. Matt was an amazing person with a huge heart. A friend to everyone, he always had a story, a song lyric, or a joke. He leaves behind his father, Drew (Tracy) Casey; his mother, Elizabeth (Richard) Jones; and his siblings, Amanda (Michael), Erin, Michael, Zachary, and Cole....
Charles E. Mcfalls, Sr.
Oct 14, 2012
Charles E. "Chink" "Mac" McFalls, Sr., 82, passed away on October 14, 2012. Charles retired from Goodyear and enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson. He was a life member of the Army-Navy Club #273 and the VFW Post #8487. Preceded in death by his son, Charles, Jr. Survivors include his wife, Phyllis, of 54 years; son, Daniel; daughters, Diana McFalls and...
Gene F. Weisgarber
Oct 14, 2012
Gene F. Weisgarber Gene F. Weisgarber, 80, went to be with God on October 14, 2012 after a lengthy illness. Gene was a native of the Navarre and Massillon area. He retired from Republic Steel Corp. in 1985 after over 30 years of service. He is survived by his children, David (Mary) Weisgarber of Rootstown, Victor (Rita) Weisgarber of Texas,...
Thomas Leonard
Oct 12, 2012
Lakemore—Thomas "Tommy" Leonard, 83, went to be with the Lord and wife Marion on October 12, 2012. Tommy lived in Lakemore most of his life, and during the past year was a resident at St. Luke Portage Lakes Nursing Home where he met so many wonderful new friends. Tommy loved collecting what some people would call "junk", but he called...
Tina D. Davis
Oct 12, 2012
Tina D. Davis Tina D. Davis passed away October 12, 2012 after battling cancer. She was born March 10, 1961 in Akron, Ohio. Tina attended Central Hower High School. She was preceded in death by her two grandbabies and father, Charles Davis. She is survived by her son, Corey Stepp and daughter, Miranda White (Terrance Gainer); mother, Pauline Davis; four...
Laird L. Shreckengost
Oct 11, 2012
Laird L. Shreckengost, 91, of Akron, passed away October 11, 2012. He was born in Putneyville, PA on July 5, 1921 to the late McKinley and Viola Shreckengost. Laird was a Navy veteran. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Grant and Chester. Laird is survived by his lovely wife of 71 years, Ruby; son, Alan; daughter, Nedra (Denny)...
Walter L. Park
Oct 10, 2012
Walter L. Park, 80, passed away on October 10, 2012. He was born on November 25, 1931, in Jacksonville, OH, to the late Walter S. and Margaret Park. He retired from Reiter Dairy after 38 years of service. Walter was the founder and past president of the Reiter Dairy Retiree's Club, a member of the Copley Lions Club, and vice...
Destiny E. Bailey
Oct 9, 2012
Destiny E. Bailey, 17, of Akron, passed away October 9, 2012. She was born in Wheeling, WV on March 1, 1995. Destiny loved to ride horses, watch TV, sing, dance and swim.Destiny is survived by her parents, Tim (Jennifer) Bailey and Sheila Bailey; brother, Ryan; sisters, Lauryn and Lynsie; grandparents, Tom (Joann) Bailey, Janice (Gary) Dent, Midge (Jim) Arquette.Family and...
Jerry F. Morrison
Oct 9, 2012
Jerry F. Morrison "Grumpy" "Jer Bear"Jerry F. Morrison, 74, passed away on October 9, 2012, at home with family and loved ones, after a courageous battle with cancer.Born in Akron, he lived in the area his entire life. Jerry retired as a foreman after 44 years of service at Ferriot Brothers.Preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Helen; sister,...
Neil H. Johnson
Oct 9, 2012
Neil H. Johnson Neil H. Johnson, 81, of Akron, passed away October 9, 2012. Neil was born in Haywood, West Virginia and grew up in Masontown, Pennsylvania before moving to Akron. He graduated from Central High School and then enlisted in the U.S. Navy and proudly served his country during the Korean War. He worked in both accounting and production...
William E. Blackburn Jr.
Oct 8, 2012
William E. Blackburn, 92, of Akron, passed away October 8, 2012. He was born in Valley Head, AL on November 17, 1919 to the late William and Jesse Blackburn.He was preceded in death by 6 brothers and 2 sisters. William is survived by his loving wife of 70 years, Lessie; daughters Loretta (Greg) Falk, Carol (Barry ) Pfaff, Wanda (Chris)...
Diane Lynn Robison
Oct 8, 2012
Diane Lynn Robison Diane Lynn Robison, 51, of Akron, passed away October 8, 2012. She was born in Akron on April 10, 1961. Diane was employed at Ferriot Inc. for 27 years. In her free time, she enjoyed nothing more than being with her grandchildren. Diane was preceded in death by her father, John Sayre. She will be deeply missed...
Earnest Cooper
Oct 8, 2012
Earnest "Mike" Cooper Mike Cooper, 59, of Akron, passed away October 8, 2012. Mike was born on November 1, 1952 in Calhoun, Georgia to the late Ernest and Eva Cooper. He proudly served in the U.S. Air Force and was employed as an electrician at Akron Children's Hospital. In his free time, Mike enjoyed fishing with his friends on Lake...
Anthony L. Guarino
Oct 7, 2012
Anthony L. Guarino, 82, of New Franklin, passed away October 7, 2012.He was preceded in death by his parents, Pietro and Jennie Guarino; son, Terry. Anthony is survived by his daughters, Tina, Beckie McNutt; sisters, Katie Gucciardo, Ann Marie Grafton; brother, Jimmy Guarino; 6 grandchildren and his best friend, Rocky. He was one of a kind and loved by many.A...
Dennis W. Young
Oct 6, 2012
Dennis W. Young, 55, of Green, passed away October 6, 2012. He was born in Leesville, Louisiana on September 23, 1957. Denny served in the Army. He was preceded in death by his mother, Shirley.Denny is survived by his wife, Sandy; sons, Sam and Anthony; daughters, Brandy and Ashlee; grandchildren, Ira, Shaidee and Ariyah; father, Robert; brothers, Rick (Donna), Tarry,...
Murliah M. Hill
Oct 5, 2012
Murliah M. Hill, 91, of Akron, passed away October 5, 2012. She was born in Warfield, KY on August 29, 1921 to the late Andrew and Navada Evans. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence; son, Jackie. Murliah is survived by her sons, Robert (Debbie), Jerry (Jackie); daughter, Carol; brother, Robert Evans; 9 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; many...
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