Obituaries
Jim Reese
Apr 12, 2012
Jim Reese, 70, widow, dad, and grandfather passed away on April 12, 2012. Jim is survived by his children - Jimmy, Cindy, and Bryan; grandchildren - Jonathon, Carra, Joshua, Trey, and Gabie Jo. Calling hours will be held Sunday, April 15, from 1 to 3 pm at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron, where a service will follow...
John W. Mancine
Apr 11, 2012
John W. Mancine "Willie", 77, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away April 11, 2012. He was born in Akron on September 30, 1934 to the late Anna Minnick. Willie retired from Summit County as a heavy equipment operator and owned his own firewood business. He loved boxing, fishing, old TV shows, playing pool and cards with his friends, and most of...
Hugh Sloan
Apr 11, 2012
Hugh "Sonny" SloanHugh "Sonny" Sloan, 78, went home to be with the Lord on April 11, 2012. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, serving in Korea. Sonny retired from General Metals Powder Co. after 38 years of service. He was preceded in death by his son, Daniel Edmund Sloan; and step-son, David Parsell. Sonny is survived by...
Phillip B. Lewis
Apr 10, 2012
Phillip B. Lewis, 87, died April 10, 2012 after a short illness. He was born January 16, 1925 in Akron.He served in the US Coast Guard during WWII from 1943-1946. In 1947 he married Lois Trexler and worked as a machinist at Adamson United in Akron before retiring from Altantic Research in Alexandria VA in 1990.Phil was known for his...
Laura L. Glidden
Apr 10, 2012
Laura L. GliddenLaura L. Glidden, 65, of Akron, passed away April 10, 2012 after a long courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Maine on June 13, 1946 to the late Wilfred and Esther Phares. She retired after 24 years of service at Bob Evans. In her free time, she enjoyed holiday gatherings and family get- togethers. She was...
Andrea J Woods
Apr 8, 2012
Andrea J Woods (Kershaw) 36, passed away Sunday, April 8, 2012. She was born in Akron, OH on August 28, 1975 to Joyce and Robert Kershaw. Andrea loved being with her children, taking them to their sporting and school events, volunteering at Springfield schools and when she was able, going to the beach. She had a wonderful sense of humor...
Charles Howard Bostick
Apr 8, 2012
Charles Howard Bostick "Jack"Charles Howard Bostick, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on April 8, 2012. He was born in Decherd, Tennessee on April 15, 1932 to the late Arthur B. and Catherine S. Bostick. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy on the USS Barton DD-722 during the Korean War. Jack retired from Acme after 40 years as a store...
Marjorie Little Wagner
Apr 7, 2012
Marjorie Little Wagner, 86, died on April 7, 2012. Born November 28, 1925 to Carl J. and Marie (Molner) Little in Akron and lived in the area all her life. Preceded in death by her husband, Luke; grand-nephew, Christopher Little; and brother, Carl. Survivors include niece, Linda Winstead; nephew, Jeff (Diane) Little; 1 grand-nephew, Kevin Winstead, all of Kent; and...
Joseph R. Watkins
Apr 6, 2012
Joseph R. "Joe" Watkins, 51, passed away on April 6, 2012. Joe worked as an electrical machinist for many years with Hamrick Manufacturing, and enjoyed outdoor hobbies such as fishing, hunting, and horses. He will be remembered by his beloved family and friends as a kind and generous man with a beautiful heart. Preceded in death by his mother, Mary;...
Martha Elizabeth Roby
Apr 6, 2012
Martha Elizabeth Roby (King)Martha Elizabeth Roby (King) was born July 5, 1920 to Noah and Flossie King in Edinburgh Ohio and went home to be with the Lord peacefully on Friday, April 6, 2012. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer H. Roby and daughter Elizabeth Ann Roby, sisters Bernice Pletcher, Althea Bowker, Beatrice Moore, Iona Parker, and...
Edith L. Warner
Apr 5, 2012
Edith L. WarnerEdith L. Warner, 83, passed away April 5, 2012 surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Blair "BJ"; grandsons, Benjamin Warner and Joseph Warner; and great-granddaughter, Katherine Arnold. Edith is survived by her daughters, Cindy (Larry) Dunning, and Sandra (William) Barger; sons, Blair "Buck" (Cheryl) Warner, Andrew Warner, Steve (Susan) Warner, and...
James D. Artis
Apr 5, 2012
James D. ArtisJames (Jim) Artis, born October 26, 1973, died suddenly April 5, 2012. Jim lived in Akron all of his life. He was a carpenter by trade. Jim enjoyed watching his son Zack pitch baseball for Ellet High. He is preceded in death by his father, Donald Artis. Jim is survived by son, Zachary Artis; mother, Gail Artis; brother,...
Mae J. Selman
Apr 5, 2012
Mae J. Selman (nee Rudy)Mae J. Selman, 81, passed away Thursday, April 5, 2012. She was a loving wife of 63 years, a mother of 6 children, 12 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. She was loved and will be dearly missed. Visitation will be Wednesday, April 11 from 10-12 followed by a 12 noon funeral service at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131...
Samuel Lee Lowther
Apr 3, 2012
Samuel Lee Lowther, 74, of Akron, passed away April 3, 2012. He was born in Worthington, WV on September 23, 1937 to the late Melville and Mella Lowther. Sam retired from Goodyear Aerospace after 37 years of service. He was an Air Force veteran, a trustee and faithful member of the Chapel of Prayer Baptist Church for 25 plus years.He...
Paul David Miller
Apr 3, 2012
On Tuesday, April 3, 2012, our Hero Paul David Miller of Tallmadge passed away. Born August 14, 1938 in Buckhannon, WV to the late Paul Nathan and Lena Frances (Foster). He moved to Ohio in the 50's working and retiring from Ford Motor Co. He enjoyed classic cars and most of all spending time with his family.In addition to his...
Schuyler R. Bain
Apr 2, 2012
Schuyler "Sky" R. Bain, age 62, born in Fort Smith, AR, died suddenly on April 2, 2012. He is survived by the love of his life, Debbie Sawyer; mother, Billie Bain; his son, Shawn Bain; brother, John Bain; and many friends in the area. His desire was to have a good time in life, and that he certainly did; living...
Johnny A. Fulks
Apr 2, 2012
Johnny A Fulks, 38, passed away April 2, 2012. He was born in Akron, OH on February 5, 1974. He was a person who would do anything for anyone and was loved by all. Johnny was preceded in death by his father, Johnny. He is survived by his mother, Danette (Dennis) Kilmire; brother, "Jake"; sisters, Tami (Matthew) Hirsch, Stacey (Ron)...
Jeffrey D. Dicks
Apr 1, 2012
Jeffrey D. DicksBorn on September 21, 1961, Jeffrey Dicks, 50, of Akron, died suddenly on April 1, 2012. Jeff served his country in the US Navy followed by the Reserves. He worked for many years at Ferriot Brothers in Akron. Preceded in death by his dad, Ralph Dicks and grandparents, Peter and Clara Oras, Jeff is survived by his mom,...
Daun Ellen Gay
Apr 1, 2012
Daun Ellen GayOn Sunday, April 1, 2012, Daun Ellen Gay, 73, died in the loving presence of her family. Daun was born in Akron on November 30, 1938 to the late George and Hazel Bonner. She was a devoted lifelong member of the Clearview United Methodist Church. In her free time, she was an avid Indians fan and enjoyed gardening,...
Debra Lynn Ledoux
Mar 30, 2012
Debra Lynn LeDoux (nee Ward)Debra Lynn LeDoux (nee Ward) went home to be with our Lord on March 30, 2012. Born November 8, 1959 in Akron, Ohio. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends. Preceded in death by her loving parents, Jack and Erietta Ward; brother, Clarence Ward; nephew, Michael Nagle; and niece, Molly Ward. Deb is...
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