Obituaries

John L. Steger

John L. Steger

Oct 28, 2005

John L. "Jack" StegerJohn L. "Jack" Steger, 70, died October 28, 2005 of Pulmonary Fibrosis. He was born December 23, 1934 in Akron, Ohio. He was born and raised in Akron, living the past 18 years in Tallmadge, Ohio. He worked for the city of Akron for 33 1/2 years as superintendent of Sanitation Services. He was an avid bowler...

Vincent F. Massoli

Vincent F. Massoli

Oct 27, 2005

Vincent F. MassoliVincent F. Massoli, 81, passed away on October 27, 2005. Vincent was a member of Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church, the Knights of Columbus, and VFW Post #1062. He was a proud Veteran of WWII serving with the US Navy aboard the USS Reno. Vincent was the retired owner/operator of Vincent's Bakery and was an avid blackjack...

Herman Mayfield

Herman Mayfield

Oct 26, 2005

Herman MayfieldHerman Mayfield, 80, passed away after a long illness on October 26, 2005. He was born in Charleston, WV and resided in Suffield, OH. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. His ashes were left with those who survive him: his wife, Gertrude I. Mayfield; children and spouses, Larry and Janet Mayfield, Margaret Mayfield, Jack Mayfield,...

Paul W. Marchok

Paul W. Marchok

Oct 25, 2005

Paul W. MarchokPaul W. Marchok, 69, a lifelong resident of Akron, passed away October 25, 2005 at his residence. He was born January 29, 1936 in Akron, Ohio to the late Paul & Anna (Muzik) Marchok. Paul was employed for 35 years by the Akron Board of Education as a custodian and was involved for many years in the Boy...

Herbert H. Riffle

Herbert H. Riffle

Oct 25, 2005

Herbert H. Riffle Herbert H. Riffle, 81, died October 25, 2005 in Cuyahoga Falls. He was born on April 29, 1924 in West Virginia, and resided in Akron for most of his life. Herb retired from Goodyear after 43 years of service. He was preceded in death by parents, Dana and Nellie Riffle; brothers David and Gerald Riffle; and son-in-law...

Gertrude E. Snyder

Gertrude E. Snyder

Oct 25, 2005

Gertrude E. SnyderGertrude E. Snyder, 86, of North Canton, died on October 25, 2005 at her residence. Born August 15, 1919 in New Brighton PA. She is preceded in death by her husband, Neil Snyder, Jr. on September 6, 2005. Gertrude is survived by nieces and nephews, Ira & Gracinda Sams, Loraine & Jennings Knight, Earl & Linda Sams and...

James Harvey Norman

James Harvey Norman

Oct 24, 2005

James Harvey NormanJames (Jim) Harvey Norman, 73, passed away peacefully October 24, 2005 at Ridgewood Health Care Center from respiratory failure after a short illness. As a lifetime resident of Akron, Ohio, Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Winnie and Delsie Norman of Akron; brother, Theodore (Doris) Norman of Suffield; and sister, Edith (William) Kyle of Marion. Jim...

Harold E. Brewer

Harold E. Brewer

Oct 21, 2005

Harold E. BrewerHarold E. Brewer, 88, passed away on October 21, 2005. Harold was a veteran of WWII serving with the US Airforce. He was a member of Joppa Lodge 666 F & AM since 1949. Harold also worked as a lumber salesman at Carter-Jones for over 30 years. Preceded in death by his mother Ina; son Mike; and brother...

Raymond E. Haynes III

Raymond E. Haynes III

Mar 18, 2002

RAYMOND E. HAYNES III(insert photo - caption "Until we meet again my son, Love, Mom")Raymond E. Haynes III, 21, of Akron, passed away on Monday, March 18, 2002. Raymond will be remembered by his love of life and his favorite car, the Camaro. He will be sadly missed by all those he touched and his memory will last forever. He...

Violet Jones

Violet Jones

May 22, 2001

Violet "Ruth" Jones, 64, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on Tuesday, May 22, 2001. Ruth was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Margaret Rutan and brother, Albert Rowan. She is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, Wayne Jones; daughter, Linda (Jim) Keener of Barberton; sons, Robert W. (Beth) Jones and Rudy A. (Cyndy) Jones, both of...

Richard Lee Ingham

Richard Lee Ingham

Oct 11, 1960

On Thursday, October 10, 2019, Richard "Rick" L. Ingham, age 58, went home to be with the Lord after an extended illness and sudden, but peaceful passing surrounded by family. Rick was born October 11, 1960 in Akron, Ohio and was a lifelong resident. He graduated from East High School, class of 1979 from the automotive vocational program. Rick had...

Sandra Lee Davis

Sandra Lee Davis

Nov 1, 1957

Sandra Lee Davis, "Sandi", age 61 of Stow, Ohio, died on May 11, 2019 at Aultman Hospital in Canton. She was born in Akron on November 1, 1957, the daughter of the late Beverley Claiborne and Marie (nee Walters) Robinson. Sandi was a 1975 graduate of East High School. She was a cashier for several grocery stores over the years,...

Jerry Chadima

Jerry Chadima

Apr 5, 1938

Jerry R Chadima, a retired entrepreneur and life-long resident of Summit County, Ohio, died peacefully and unexpectedly early Sunday morning June 21, 2015 at the age of 77 while sitting in his chair reading his bible. Jerry is survived by his wife, Waleah R Chadima; his children, Becky (Michael) L. Tellalian Jerry R Chadima jr. Lisa A. Chadima, Julie (Bob)...

Dickie W. Oxford

Dickie W. Oxford

Oct 19, 1934

Dickie W. Oxford (Dick) Dickie W. Oxford, 80, of Akron, passed away October 19, 2014. He was born in Akron on July 25, 1934 to the late Ora and Cora Oxford. Dick served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He devoted his life to raising his two grandsons. Family was very important and he enjoyed reunions and holiday...

Clifton R. O'Dell

Clifton R. O'Dell

Nov 30, 1931

Clifton R. O'Dell, 82, of Akron, passed away November 30, 2013. He was born in Quinwood, WV on April 25, 1931 to the late Romeo and Esther O'Dell. Clifton was a graduate of Marshall University in 1953 and spent 40 plus years in the insurance industry. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Deloris Landis and Nancy Seabolt.Clifton is...

James H. Haskins, Sr.

James H. Haskins, Sr.

Feb 21, 1927

James Henry Haskins, Sr.James Henry Haskins, Sr. 88, of Akron, OH. passed away on January 19, 2016. He was born to the late Ralph and Sarah Haskins. He retired from FW Albrecht Grocery Company after 49 years of service. Jim loved his cats, gardening, and restoring furniture. He served in the US Army and was a proud member of the...

Merle Auker

Merle Auker

Sep 12, 1915

Merle E. Auker passed away on September 12, 2015. He is survived by his loving wife Linda; his children Marybeth , Steven and Jennifer; sister Marjorie; grandchildren Jeremiah, Milli, Connor, Caleb, Kaden and Landon; numerous step-children and step- grandchildren and his pet buddies, Spongebob and Cujo..In lieu of flowers donation can be made to Paws for Prayers or any local...

Hunter Matthew Ebie

Hunter Matthew Ebie

Hunter Matthew Ebie, age 11, lovingly known as "Bub" or "Lil FatFat" to those who knew him best, went to be with Jesus and his Uncle John on June 7, 2024. Hunter was born on October 15, 2012 in Akron, Ohio and was excited to start sixth grade with his friends at Schrop Intermediate School in Springfield Township. He loved...

Dannie L. Wade

Dannie L. Wade

Dannie L.Wade, of Uniontown, went home to be with the Lord on March 3, 2021. Dannie was born in Akron to the late Woodrow and Virbone Wade. He proudly served in the U.S. Army. Dannie was a Certified Public Accountant. He began his career with the IRS and later opened his own practice. He was a longtime member of Ernest...

Randall Ll Heckard

Randall Ll Heckard

Randall LL Heckard, 18, passed away on Tuesday, December 8, 2015. Randall was born in January 1997 to Ronie and Kathi Heckard. Randall was a free spirit who enjoyed the outdoors and spending time with loved ones. He was a Lawn Care Sculptor with AllScapes Ohio and Family Roots for several years. Randall fancied himself as being quite the chef...

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