Obituaries
Kimberly Lee Lantz
Jan 17, 2012
Kimberly Lee Lantz Kimberly Lee "Kimmie" Lantz, 44, went home to be with the Lord on January 17, 2012. Kimberly was a beautiful young woman and loving mother who will now be the angel who watches over her sons. She is preceded in death by her father, Bobby Lantz, Jr.; grandfather, Dennis Clark; and aunt, Carol Liston. Kimberly is survived...
June E. Winters
Jan 17, 2012
June E. WintersJune E. Winters, 93, of Randolph Twp., passed away January 17, 2012. She was born in Pennsylvania on February 5, 1918. June was a banquet manager at The Brown Derby for 25 years and then spent 15 years working in her family's pizza shop. In her free time she enjoyed playing bingo and spending time with family. She...
George T. Shiflett
Jan 16, 2012
George T. ShiflettGeorge T. Shiflett, 76, of Akron, passed away January 16, 2012. George was born in Akron on September 8, 1935 to the late William and Ginny Shiflett. He retired from Diamond Crystal/Akzo Salt Company after 40 years of service. In his free time, George could be found on the golf course, in the bowling alley, or relaxing with...
Donald G. Leap
Jan 16, 2012
Donald G. "Don" Leap, 62, passed away on January 16, 2012. Don loved his grandkids and Doug's Dinner Bucket. He also enjoyed fishing, camping, bicycling and the outdoors. Don enjoyed spending time camping in Salt Fork. He was also an animal lover. Don will be remembered as a kind, pleasant person. He will be missed by many! Preceded in death...
George L. Yeager
Jan 15, 2012
George L. Yeager, 80, of Ellet, passed away Sunday, January 15, 2012. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Rosa Yeager; daughter, Vickie Loughney; granddaughter, Jennifer Reiheld; mother-in-law, Weadus Cooper and eleven siblings. George is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Dorothy; daughter, Terri Reiheld; grandson, Brian (Erica) Lang; grandson, Johnny Loughney; granddaughter, Kristilee Loughney;...
Michael Kilbel
Jan 15, 2012
Michael J. Kilbel, 50, passed away January 15, 2012. He was born on January 19, 1961. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Kilbel Sr. Michael is survived by his loving wife, Holly; sons, Michael Jr. (Jeananne), Kevin (Amanda); grandchildren, Landon, Nathon, Lucas and Owen; his mother, Wanda. Family and friends may call on Friday, January 20 from...
Wilbur Palmer
Jan 13, 2012
Wilbur "Dude" Palmer, 84, passed away on January 13, 2012. He served with the US Army during WWII. Wilbur was a member of the Mogadore Moose and the Mogadore VFW. Preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy. Survivors include his sisters, Delsie Simmons and Earlene Fox; several nieces and nephews; and good friend, Frank Moorehead. Per Wilbur's request, there will...
Virgil Howard Domer
Jan 13, 2012
Virgil H. DomerVirgil H. Domer, 80, passed away January 13, 2012. He is survived by his children, David Michael (Tina) Domer of Alliance, OH, Denise (Duane) Steinly of Pinson, TN, and Daniel Domer of Maryland; 6 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; and brother, Dale (Betty) Domer of Hartville, OH. A visitation will be held Monday, January 16, from 5 to 6:30 pm...
Darrell W. Kerns
Jan 12, 2012
Darrell W. Kerns "Bill"Bill Kerns, 75, of Brimfield, passed away January 12, 2012. Bill was born on July 10, 1936 in Ripley, West Virginia. A proud Army veteran, he served for six years, two of them in Germany. He retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in 1998 after 37 years of service. During his employment at Goodyear, he was...
Jeremiah Sean Hileman
Jan 9, 2012
Jeremiah Sean Hileman, born January 21, 1976, passed away suddenly on January 9, 2012. Jeremy is the beloved son of Mary Hileman (Al) and Tim Hileman (Julie). Jeremy was a transportation specialist at City Yellow Cab where he worked for 8 years. Jeremy lived life to the fullest and never knew a stranger. Jeremy was preceded in death by his...
Josephine V. Seese
Jan 9, 2012
Josephine "Doety" V. Seese, 84, passed away on January 9, 2012 at Akron General Medical Center, after a brief illness. She was a 40 year member and Past Madam President of Akron Eagles Aerie 555. She was a Coventry Alumni, retired from Sears after many years, and was a good friend to all. Doety was preceded in death by her...
Luella F. Younkins
Jan 8, 2012
Luella F. YounkinsLuella F. Younkins, 78, was called home Sunday, January 8, 2012 with family and friends by her side. Luella was born in Johnstown, PA to the late William "Earl" and Ada (Mitchell) Jenkins. She lived most of her life in Springfield Twp. and was a member of Calvary Temple. She enjoyed being with her family, friends and working...
Ola A. Bolinger
Jan 7, 2012
Ola A. Bolinger Ola A. Bolinger, 93, of Akron, passed away January 7, 2012. She was born in Caryville, Tennessee on February 18, 1918 to the late William and Bess Carden. Throughout her life she served on the PTA, as a Sunday School teacher, an Awana leader, and a Pioneer Girls leader. Ola and her husband resided in Englewood, Florida...
Mary Elnora Peters
Jan 5, 2012
Mary Elnora PetersMary Elnora Peters, 79, daughter of the late Emmett and Ethel Corwin, passed away on January 5, 2012. She was born July 3, 1932 in Columbus, Ohio and graduated from Pataskala High School in 1950. Throughout her life, she was employed by Jeffrey Manufacturing in Columbus, American Air Filters in Kentucky, and she retired from Sears in 1990...
Joanne Slaven
Jan 5, 2012
Joanne Slaven, 75, went to be with the Lord on January 5, 2012. Joanne enjoyed trips to Mountaineer and spending time with her family. Preceded in death by parents, Flick and Stella Bennett; sisters, Pat Curry, Bette Williams; brother, Frank Bennett. Survivors include her beloved husband, Howard, of 56 years; sons, Howard, II (Renee) and Scott (Sharon); grandchildren, Cortney, Tyler,...
Rosina E. Habel
Jan 3, 2012
Rosina E. HabelRosina E. Habel, 78, passed away January 3, 2012. She was born in Hungary to Desider and Rosina Mueller, and came to America when she was 17. Rosina was a long time member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church in Tallmadge. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, gardening, cooking, spending time with her friends and family. Short in stature, but great...
Lawrence E. Smith
Jan 3, 2012
Lawrence Eugene Smith "Ted"(please include both photos with caption: "Together Again" AND an American flag emblem)Lawrence Eugene Smith "Ted", 85, of Akron, passed away January 3, 2012. He left this world peacefully in the arms of Jesus. Ted was born October 18, 1926 in Erbacon, West Virginia to the late Carl and Orla Smith. He was a World War II...
Homer Snyder
Dec 31, 2011
Homer Louis Snyder (Lou)Homer Louis Snyder (Lou), 85 years of age, went home to be with the Lord on December 31, 2011. Lou was born in Akron, Ohio on August 23, 1926 and was a life long Ohioan. He grew up in North Hill, later lived in Cuyahoga Falls, Ellet, and then Tallmadge. He was a graduate of North High...
Paul J. Kline
Dec 30, 2011
Paul J. Kline born 7/12/27 passed away 12/30/11 with his family at his side. Employed as a lineman/trouble shooter with Ohio Edison for over 40 yrs., he enjoyed his retirement taking care of his wife, cooking awesome meals for his family, & cultivating his garden. He was an avid fisherman, handyman & chauffer to anyone who needed him. Strong, wise,...
Robert M. Glunt
Dec 30, 2011
Robert M. Glunt, of Mogadore, born in Altoona, PA, passed away at age 84 on December 30, 2011, in Akron, OH. Robert will be remembered for his devotion to his family and his distinguished career in education, having influenced many in the classroom, from the principal's office, and as a referee and coach. He earned Bachelors and Masters Degrees from...
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