Obituaries
Katherine E. Ferrell
Aug 5, 2012
Katherine E. Ferrell, 99, of Akron, passed away August 5, 2012 just before her 100th birthday. She was born in Akron on November 2, 1912 to the late Lester and Mabel Shepherd.Katherine retired after 30 years from the Board of Education as Food Service Supervisor of Akron Public Schools, also retiring after 15 years from the Ohio Edison Company as...
Melissa Zimerla
Aug 3, 2012
Melissa ZimerlaOn the wings of angels, Melissa Zimerla, 90, is in her final resting place with her Lord and Savior.Born in Mt. Savage, MD to the late James and Annie Murray, she is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Charles L. Zimerla; brothers, Chuck and Jack Murray; sister, Dorothy Martin; and dear friend, Dan Nave.To treasure her memory are...
Paul R. Freed
Aug 2, 2012
Paul R. Freed passed away on August 2, 2012. At Essex of Tallmadge, at the age of 78. He was retired from Children's Hospital and had been employed at Dano's on the Lake before becoming ill. Preceded in death by his parents, Homer and Violet; sisters Margie and Veda. He is survived by his wife, Betty; daughter, Donna; brothers Sherley...
Odie Lee Neale
Jul 31, 2012
Odie Lee NealeOdie Lee Neale, 93, of Akron, passed away July 31, 2012. Odie was born in Wingo, Kentucky on April 7, 1919. She retired from Cardinal Plastics after 25 years of service. Odie will always be remembered as a wonderful woman who was quick with a smile and a hug. Her wish was for everyone to love each other....
Ned Arthur Oliver
Jul 30, 2012
Ned Arthur OliverNed Arthur Oliver, 72, passed away July 30, 2012. He was born on February 18, 1940 in Akron to the late Louis and Betty Oliver. Ned drove a school bus for many years and retired as the transportation supervisor for Woodridge Schools. He owned his own home improvement company and served as a volunteer fireman for Northampton. In...
Chester E. Yensen
Jul 28, 2012
Chester E. Yensen, 78, of Springfield Twp., went to be with the Lord on July 28, 2012. Chester was born on May 5, 1934 to the late Chester and Edna (Means). Chet retired from Seal Master Corporation in 1999 and was a member of New Apostolic Church for over 35 years. Chet was a local jazz musician, performing with the...
Walter P. Barthalow
Jul 28, 2012
Walter P. Barthalow "Butch", born March 24, 1942, passed away suddenly on July 28, 2012. Butch retired from Babcock & Wilcox after 29 years of service. He also worked at Circuit City and Barberton Hospital. Preceded in death by his parents, Walter Barthalow and Jennie Sungy; stepfather, Mike Sungy; ex-wife and the love of his life, Judith Barthalow Dolly; niece,...
William N. Schultz
Jul 27, 2012
William N. Schultz, Sr., age 76, of Green, passed away July 27, 2012. He was born in Wheeling, WV on November 13, 1935. Bill was an avid chess player, model railroad builder and he loved to play his guitar. He was an inventor and held patents on non-polluting engine and electrical generator. He was preceded in death by his wife,...
Juanita S. Butler
Jul 27, 2012
Juanita "Sue" Butler, 70, of Palmyra Twp., passed away July 27, 2012. She was born in Rievsville, WV on December 11, 1941. Sue was a member of the Victory Baptist Temple. She loved crocheting, spending time with her mother and grandchildren. Sue was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur; son, William and father, Sherman Smith.Sue is survived by her...
Roger A. Watson
Jul 26, 2012
Roger A. WatsonRoger A. Watson, 66, of Akron, passed away on July 26, 2012, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in Ravenna on May 25, 1946 to the late Rolland and Gladys Watson. He was deeply loved by all who knew him. Roger was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Gloria Szakal; and brother, Gerald Watson. He...
Lillian Miklausich
Jul 25, 2012
Lillian MiklausichLillian Miklausich, 86, formerly of Euclid, passed away July 25, 2012. She was born on January 8, 1926 to the late John and Louise Jadrich. She was a parishioner at Lady of the Lake Catholic Church in Euclid. Lillian was a loving wife and mother and will be dearly missed by all. She was preceded in death by her...
Mary Sue Thompson
Jul 25, 2012
Mary Sue Thompson Mary Sue Thompson, 85, passed away July 25, 2012. She was born on April 30, 1927 to Leonard Elvis and Docia Beulah Brown in Old Hickory, Tennessee. Mary Sue lost her mother at the tender age of 3 and was raised by her father along with sisters, Patsy, Allene, Alma, Thelma, and brother, Bill. In the fall...
Frank Capan
Jul 25, 2012
Frank Capan, 67, went to be with his Lord and Savior, peacefully in his sleep on July 25, 2012, after a courageous battle with cancer. A wonderful, faithful man, he will be greatly missed by his wife, Sandy, of 50 years and family. Cremation will take place and per Frank's request, there will be no services.
Dawn Marie Roberts
Jul 24, 2012
Dawn Marie Roberts, 38 of Quinlan went to be with her Lord and Savior Tuesday, July 24, 2012 at her home. Funeral services celebrating Dawn's life will begin with a viewing from 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, August 1, 2012 at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 North Canton Road, Akron, Ohio 44305. A Graveside service will follow at 2:00 P.M....
Ralph J. Smith
Jul 24, 2012
Ralph "Junior" Smith, 78, of Akron, went home to be with his Lord and join his loving wife on July 24, 2012. He was born in Buckhannon, WV on August 21, 1933 to the late Ralph and Beulah Smith. He moved to Akron in 1955. Junior retired after 40 years of service from Goodyear Tire & Rubber. During his career,...
Woodrow Singleton
Jul 23, 2012
Woodrow "Woody" Singleton of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away July 23, 2012 in Montgomery, TX while being cared for by his daughter, Cheryl and her family. He was born in Weston, WV on August 18, 1939 to the late Ralph and Hazel Singleton. Woody served our country in the Navy and retired as an Akron Police officer in 1989.He was preceded...
Rebecca Marie Berube (Pfautz)
Jul 22, 2012
Rebecca Marie Berube (nee Pfautz)Rebecca Marie Berube, 62, of Doylestown, passed away July 22, 2012. Becky was born in Akron on November 8, 1949 to the late Russell and Dorothy Pfautz. She was a registered nurse and retired from Akron General Medical Center. In addition to her parents, Becky was preceded in death by her sister, Patty and brother, Russell....
Laura Frances Craddock
Jul 22, 2012
Laura Frances CraddockLaura Frances Craddock, 89, of Tallmadge, passed away on July 22, 2012. She was born in Alleghany County, Virginia on February 7, 1923 to the late George and Emma Givens. Laura was a former member of Craigsville Church of Christ in Craigsville, West Virginia and more recently a member of Southeast Church of Christ in Mogadore, Ohio. She...
Michelle R. Kaeka
Jul 21, 2012
Michelle R. Kaeka, 38, of Akron, passed away suddenly on July 21, 2012. She was born in Akron on April 12, 1974 to Kim Young and Alice Benton. Michelle loved the outdoors, camping, gardening, coaching baseball and working with her flowers, but most of all, Michelle loved being with her children. Michelle is survived by her husband, David; children, Troy,...
Evelyn Jean Kidd (Raybould)
Jul 21, 2012
Evelyn Jean Kidd (Raybould)Evelyn Jean Kidd, 86, of Springfield Township, passed away July 21, 2012. She was born in Akron on April 13, 1926 to the late Louis and Idella Beck. Evelyn was a candy maker at Arnolds Candies for over 20 years and a member of Ellet Church of the Nazarene. She could often be found in her kitchen,...
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