Obituaries
John Joseph Ruschak
Apr 21, 2012
John Joseph Ruschak (Johnny) passed away on April 21st, 2012 at the age of 21. Johnny was born to parents John and Julie on February 3, 1991. He was a life long resident of suffield township. He attended St. Joseph elementary school and went on to graduate from field high school. Being an athlete and sports fan, he put his...
Melvin John Teffner
Apr 21, 2012
Melvin John Teffner, 66, passed away on April 21, 2012. He was born in Akron, Ohio on October 16, 1945 to the late Martin and Mary Teffner. He is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Betty; daughters, Andrea (Tom) Martin, Jennifer (Tim) Evans; grandchildren, Tori, Becca, Brandon, George and Rachel; brother, Martin (Janet); sister, Marie (John) Lach; special...
Eddie Richard
Apr 21, 2012
Eddie Richard, 88, passed away on April 21, 2012, after a short illness. He grew up in the Akron area, attending South High School. He served in the US Army during World War II and retired from the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company. Preceded in death by his parents, Najeeb and Mary Richard; brothers, Earl David of Lebanon, David David,...
Clara Smith
Apr 20, 2012
Clara A. Smith, 64, passed away on April 20, 2012. She worked at NEOUCOM as a security captain. Clara enjoyed going to the beach, going to the firing range, and spending time with family and friends. Preceded in death by her parents, Margaret and Raymond McDaniel; sister, Sharon Nitzsche; brother, Pete Nitzsche. Survivors include son, Kenneth (Gwen) Smith; granddaughters, Alexandria,...
Ellsworth E. Rhoades
Apr 20, 2012
Ellsworth E. "Gov" Rhoades, 79, passed away on April 20, 2012. Ellsworth was born in Vestaburg, PA on May 6, 1932, to the late Lewis and Leota Rhoades. He was a member of Green Valley United Methodist Church as well as the Masons and the Shriners. He retired from Adamson United/Wean United Machinists. Ellsworth enjoyed hunting, fishing, and visiting with...
Elaine R. Richards
Apr 20, 2012
Elaine R. RichardsElaine R. Richards, 93, went home to be with the Lord on April 20, 2012. During World War II, she worked at Goodyear Aircraft. Elaine wrote poetry, music for the piano, and performed her own compositions for family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, David W. Richards Jr.; parents, Wayne and Helen Miller; and...
Norma M. Fulks
Apr 19, 2012
Norma M Fulks, 88, went home to be with the Lord on April 19, 2012. She was born in Charleston, WV on August 16, 1923 to the late Norman and Geneva Skyles.She enjoyed being in the garden, planting flowers and feeding the birds. Most of her time was spent raising her children and enjoying her grandchildren. She was one who...
Stacie Ann Shattuck
Apr 19, 2012
Stacie Ann ShattuckStacie Ann Shattuck, 31, passed away April 19, 2012 surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was a long time resident of Tonawanda, NY. Stacie enjoyed playing baseball and riding her power wheels. She was preceded in death by her father, Edward Shattuck. Stacie is survived by her mother, Vickie Shattuck; brothers, Luke and Eddie (Amanda) Shattuck;...
Richard Rondy
Apr 19, 2012
Richard RondyRichard Rondy, 59, passed away April 19, 2012 at home with loved ones at his side after a short battle with cancer. Born and raised in Akron, Richard attended Annunciation St. John School and graduated from East High School. He has resided in Cuyahoga Falls since 1983. Richard worked as a machinist and tool & dye setter, retiring in...
Russell E. Fresh, Sr.
Apr 17, 2012
Russell E. Fresh, Sr.Russell E. Fresh, Sr., 80, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side after battling COPD for years. He was born August 23, 1931 to John and Lucy Fresh who also preceded him in death along with brother, Richard and sister, Bernice. Russell proudly served his country in the Army and...
Keith Witherspoon
Apr 17, 2012
Brian "Keith" Witherspoon, 57, of Akron, passed away April 17, 2012. He was born in Lenoir, NC on November 30, 1954. Keith loved so many things, instrumental music, his wonder dog, Abigail, but most of all, watching movies with his boys. He was preceded in death by his son, Brian; father, Joe; sister, Sheri Moore. Keith is survived by his...
Alfredo G. Causa
Apr 16, 2012
Alfredo G. "Al" Causa, 83, passed away on April 16, 2012. Al was born in Montevideo, Uruguay. He retired from Goodyear after many years of service. Al loved opera, reading, and his job as a chemical engineer with Goodyear. He later taught at Cornell University and worked as a lecturer in his industry. Survivors include his sisters, Raquel Araujo and...
Philip D. Hill, Sr.
Apr 16, 2012
TSgt. Philip D. Hill USAF (RET)TSgt. Philip D. Hill USAF (RET), 70, passed away April 16, 2012 surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Nancy; children, Teri (John) Pistrui, Cyndi DeMercado, Wendy Wiggins, Phillip (Anni) Hill Jr., David Hill, Patrick (Chris) Hill, Douglas Hill, Marguerite (Paul) Lemmon, and Paul (Stephanie) Hill; sisters,...
John M. Adams
Apr 15, 2012
John M. AdamsJohn M. Adams, 91, of Akron, passed away April 15, 2012. He was born on April 2, 1921 in Mt. Pleasant, Pennsylvania to the late Benjamin and Emma Adams. A World War II veteran, John served in the U.S. Army with the 3174th Quartermaster Service Company. He retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber after over 40 years of...
Steven R. Fury
Apr 14, 2012
Steven R. FurySteve passed away unexpectedly on April 14. He is survived by his loving wife and best friend, Delores. His other survivors include his sons, Shawn (Danielle) and Scott (Cherl); grandchildren, Savannah, Scott "Mac", Noah and Caleb. He loved his sons very much and was very proud of them, talking of them often. His grandchildren were a huge part...
Wilma G. Queen
Apr 14, 2012
Wilma G. Queen, was born on April 7, 1929, and was ushered into the presence of the Lord on Saturday, April 14, 2012. Wilma was born in Akron, OH to the late Perry and Gertrude Ketterman. She was also preceded in death by her loving husband, John E. Queen; daughter, Katherine Richards; and 10 siblings. She was the 10th of...
Richard Coryell
Apr 14, 2012
Richard A. Coryell "Ricky"Ricky Coryell, 24, of Akron, passed away April 14, 2012. He was born in Akron on April 16, 1987. Ricky was well loved by everyone he knew. Ricky loved the outdoors and camping with his friends. His greatest passion was recording music.He was preceded in death by his father, Bob Brown. He will be deeply missed by...
Robert A. Yates
Apr 14, 2012
Robert A. YatesOn April 14, 2012, the Lord called Robert home. He was born on August 13, 1929 in Lynn, WV. Robert served in the U.S. Army, and retired from Bellow Signs. He was preceded in death by his parents, Chesley and Oma Yates; brothers, Homer and Larry; sister, Mary; and great-granddaughter, Violet. Robert is survived by wife, Lois of...
Joan C. Grohe
Apr 13, 2012
Joan C. GroheJoan C. Grohe, 53, went to be with her Lord and Savior on April 13, 2012. She was born in Clarksburg, West Virginia on July 10, 1958 to the late Rev. Ronald and Vivian Slonaker. Joan graduated from Massillon Baptist College. She was a talented singer and enjoyed singing with her father during church services. She loved being...
Kenneth B. Fletcher
Apr 12, 2012
Kenneth B. Fletcher, 81, passed away on April 12, 2012. Ken served with the US Navy from 1950 to 1954 and retired from Goodrich after 30 years of service. Preceded in death by brother, Blake; sisters, Iva, Mildred, Lorene, and Pauline; son, Charles. He is survived by his wife, Rose; and son, Jonathan. A special thanks to the staff at...
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