Obituaries
Raymond E. Rearick
Raymond E. RearickRaymond E. Rearick, 69, passed away July 21, 2011. Raymond proudly served in the U.S. Army and retired from Chrysler Corporation. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Lillian Rearick and brother, Harry Rearick. He will be deeply missed by his brother, Robert Rearick; sister, Helen Reed; sister-in-law, Donna Rearick; nephews and nieces, Mitch (Joan)...
Roger Lee Salisbury
Roger L. SalisburyRoger L. Salisbury, 59, passed away July 23, 2011. He served in the U.S. Navy during Vietnam, and worked for Chrysler for 28 years. Roger was a member of the Eagles, VFW, DAV and the American Legion. He was preceded in death by his parents, and sister. Roger is survived by his wife, 2 brothers, 1 sister, children,...
Pearl Edwards-Sumey
Pearl Edwards-SumeyPearl Edwards-Sumey, 82, passed away July 22, 2011 surrounded by her loving family. She was an avid bingo and card player, and she enjoyed life. Pearl was preceded in death by her husband, Richard; daughter, Kathleen Francis; parents, Frank and Hazel Williams; 5 brothers; and 2 sisters. She is survived by her daughters, Linda (Steve) DeSantis, Bonnie (Gus) Powell,...
Eulene Armstrong
Eulene ArmstrongEulene Armstrong completed her life's journey on July 23, 2011. She was born January 4, 1916 on a farm near Bankston, Alabama. After graduating from high school she headed off to nursing school at South Highland Infirmary in Birmingham. "I knew I didn't want to teach and I refused to farm." In 1943 she enlisted in the Army Nursing...
Vivian L. Chmielewski
Vivian L. Chmielewski (Stone), 51, passed away on July 22, 2011 in the comfort of her home. She was an inspiration during her battle with cancer. Vivian was born in Duffield, Virginia on April 4, 1960. A graduate of Vermillion High School, she loved being a stay at home Mom and spending every minute with her daughters as they were...
Daniel F. Andrews
Daniel F. Andrews, 59, passed away on July 21, 2011. The son of Donald and Francis Andrews, he was born on July 3, 1952 in Akron, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Donald, Russell, Jack, David, Dennis. He is survived by his wife Debra; sons, Daniel Jr. (Mackenzie), David (Trish), Danny (Stephany),: daughters, Christina (Dustin) Hilton,...
Michael D. Gainer
Michael D. GainerMichael D. Gainer, 45, passed away July 21, 2011 after a boating accident. He graduated from East High School in 1984. Michael worked for the Western Reserve Girl Scouts for over 15 years as a production manager of the print shop. He was a Stock Car/NASCAR fanatic, and will be loved and missed by everyone. Michael coached Little...
Jospeh Harris, Jr.
Joseph Harris, Jr., 85, passed away on July 21, 2011. Joseph attended Philipsburg High School, received his GED while serving in the US Army during WWII, Battle of the Bulge, Acorn Division. He was a member of Emanuel United Church of Christ in Goodyear Heights. Joseph retired from the Ford Motor Company, Walton Hills, in 1985, after 30 years of...
Dianne Brown
Dianne L. Brown, 63, passed away on July 21, 2011.The daughter of James and Juanita Wenzel, she was born on July 18, 1948 in Akron, Ohio. Dee was an auxiliary member of American Legion Post 611. She worked many years at the Tallmadge Giant Eagle. Dee enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, especially her beloved dog Harley. She...
Jack D. Julian, Jr.
Dr. Jack D. Julian, Jr.Dr. Jack Deane Julian went to live with God in Heaven on July 18, 2011. Jack was 48 years old and lived in Indiana, Pa. where he was a professor of Economics at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. After being diagnosed with cancer late 2008, he was blessed with 2 ½ years of doing his favorite things...
Bessie "Betty" Hayes
Betty, 89, passed away on July 12, 2011. The daughter of Earl and Bessie Clites, she was born on September 18, 1921 in Akron, Ohio. Preceded in death by her parents; husband, Warren S. (Bootz); and was the last of six siblings. Survived by her son, Warren L. (Betty); daughters, Carol (Jim) Benedum, Nancy (Larry) Copen; grandchildren, Christina (Dave) Hodge,...
Marcella M. Tricaso
Marcella M. TricasoMarcella M. Tricaso, 85, our cherished loved one and child of the King saw the face of Jesus on July 12, 2011. Preceded in death by parents; brother; son, Donald Uhrich; and husband, Paul A. Tricaso. Survived by daughter, Paulette L. Tricaso and many special relatives and friends. Special thanks to the caring staff at Lorantffy Care Center...
Karla Wilt
Karla Roberts-WiltKarla Roberts-Wilt, 41, passed away July 14, 2011 surrounded by her loving family and friends after a courageous battle with esophageal cancer. Karla was employed at Akron Children's Hospital as a unit secretary in the PICU. She loved spending time with her family, and taking trips to the casino. She also loved her animals, especially her chickens. Karla enjoyed...
Dennis K. Coates
Dennis K. Coates "Mokie"Dennis K. Coates, born January 10, 1955, passed away July 6, 2011 in the care of Hospice of Summa after a short battle with stomach cancer. A gentle, generous soul has passed from this life. Dennis loved fishing, the outdoors, his dog Duke, and his cat Babe. He did not have much in the way of material...
Thomas S. Cirjak, Jr.
Thomas S. Cirjak, Jr.Thomas S. Cirjak, Jr., 83, passed away July 13, 2011. He was born in Akron on August 21, 1927 to the late Thomas and Mary Cirjak. Tom proudly served in the U.S. Navy and earned the American Area Ribbon, the Asiatic Pacific Area Ribbon with one star, and the World War II Victory Ribbon. Tom was a...
Lois M. Lewis
Lois M. LewisLois M. Lewis, 83, passed this life peacefully on Wednesday, July 13, 2011. Lois was born on January 9, 1928 to Theodore and Onnie Trexler in Akron. Most of her life was spent in Akron, growing up in Goodyear Heights. She graduated from East High School in 1947. Five months later she married Phillip Lewis. They were married...
John R. Powers
John R. Powers, 91, passed away July 8, 2011. The son of Henry and Matilda Powers, he was born on November 21, 1919 in Toronto, Canada. A memorial service will be planned at a later date.
William N. Gay
On Monday, July 11, 2011, William Norman Gay, Jr., 73, died in the loving arms of his wife Daun, surrounded by his family. Bill was born on Jan 7, 1938 in Charleston, WV. to William (Edna) Gay, Sr. He married Daun Bonner on May 4th, 1957 and they spent 54 wonderful years together. He was an avid golfer with the...
Sara Anweiler
Sara M. Anweiler, 42, passed away on July 11, 2011. The daughter of John J. and Sylvia Lynett, she was born on January 30, 1969 in Akron, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her mother, Sy.She is survived by her husband, Aaron; sons, Robbie Anweiler, TJ Reynolds; father, Jack; sisters, Susan (Kendall) Kelley, Sandy (Mark) Rose; brothers, John (Kim)...
June Ferguson
June FergusonJune Ferguson, 61, passed away July 11, 2011 surrounded by her loving family. She was born and raised in Akron, and her greatest joy was just being with her grandchildren. June is survived by her children David Ferguson, Daniel (Michelle) Ferguson, Nicole Ferguson, and Malia Lich; grandchildren, Kyle, Kaylee, McKenzie, Brianna, Kayla, Riley, Cadence, Nyla, Andrew, and Kendra; mother,...
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