Obituaries
Geraldine Fuchs
Nov 13, 2011
Geraldine FuchsGeraldine Fuchs (Noffsinger), 75, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away peacefully at her residence on November 13, 2011, after a long illness. She was born on December 6, 1935, in Akron, to the late William and Gertrude Noffsinger. She was a lifelong member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church where she was a bingo volunteer. Geri enjoyed family gatherings, picnics,...
Juanette Gilligan
Nov 13, 2011
Juanette "Mom" GilliganJuanette "Mom" Gilligan, 80, passed away November 13, 2011 surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 50 years, Kenneth Gilligan. Juanette is survived by daughter, Brenda (Gary) Saffles; grandson, Tyler Gilligan; brothers, Charlie (June) Estes, and Frank (Almeda) Estes; and many loving family and friends. Calling hours will...
Patricia Maule
Nov 12, 2011
Patricia Margaret MaulePatricia Margaret Maule, 79, passed away November 12, 2011. She was born on February 10, 1932. Patricia will always be remembered as a free spirit. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. She is survived by her children, Glen, Dora (Jeff) Keller, and Pat (Rich) Harris; and grandchildren,...
James Ray Davis
Nov 10, 2011
James R. DavisJames R. Davis, 81, went to be with his Lord on November 9, 2011. He retired from Babcock and Wilcox, and then worked for Ron Chaffman Construction Co. James was very active at the Community Gospel Tabernacle, and later at Lakeview Lighthouse. Jim recently resided at Falls Village Retirement Center where he kept busy with the Activities department...
Kenneth W. Yensen
Nov 10, 2011
Kenneth W. YensenKenneth W. Yensen, 75, passed away November 10, 2011 following a brief battle with cancer. He was a faithful member of the New Apostolic Church. Kenneth was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia; parents, Chester and Edna Yensen; brother, Wesley Yensen; and sister, Mary Deisz. He is survived by his sons, William and Michael Yensen; daughters, Debra...
Clyde D. Wilson
Nov 10, 2011
Clyde D. WilsonClyde D. Wilson, 91, of Akron, passed away November 10, 2011. Clyde was born January 24, 1920 in Terre Haute, Indiana to the late Harry and Eva Wilson. Clyde graduated from the Ohio State School for the Deaf in Columbus, Ohio in 1941 where he played softball, basketball, and baseball. In 1940, Clyde founded the Tri-State Deaf Softball...
Tammy Brooks
Nov 10, 2011
Tammy L. Brooks, 47, passed away on November 10, 2011. She was born on January 7, 1964 to Alfred and Carol Goodspeed in Akron, OH.In addition to her parents; she was preceded in death by her husband, William; brother, Michael. Tammy is survived by her daughter, Machell; fiancé, Walter Lawrence; brothers, David and Allen; sisters, Tracy and Teresa; many nieces...
Theodore Scherer
Nov 10, 2011
Theodore R. Scherer "Ted"Ted Scherer, 58, of Tallmadge, passed away November 10, 2011. Ted was a talented carpenter and enjoyed building birdfeeders. He also enjoyed photography. Above all, he was a loving father, son, brother, and grandfather. Ted was preceded in death by his father, Robert B. Scherer, Sr.; and grandparents, Theodore and Lavinia Webster and Ben and Ina Scherer....
Calvin C. Milam
Nov 7, 2011
Calvin C. MilamCalvin C. "Buddy" Milam, 51, passed away November 7, 2011. He is survived by his daughter, Marlena (David) Brownlee; sisters, Terry (Dan) Reynolds, Sherry (Richard) Erickson, and Janie Wood; and many loving nieces, nephews, family and friends. A memorial gathering will be held Saturday, November 12, from 4 to 6 pm at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 N. Canton...
Marie Hedges (Staats, Norman)
Nov 7, 2011
Marie Hedges (Staats, Norman)Marie Hedges went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday November 7, 2011. She passed away peacefully in her home. She was born in Bath, Ohio on December 16, 1917. Marie was blessed with a long life in which she served her Lord in a variety of ways. She was a charter member of...
Michael Adam Adam
Jul 1, 2011
Michael Adam Null, 37, passed away on July 1, 2011. He was born on August 19, 1973 to Stella and Harold Null.He is reunited with his father, Harold Null; sister, Brenda Turner; and brother, Jeff Null.He will be dearly missed by his mother, Stella Null; sister, Lori (Bill) Rutz; brothers, Richard "Dick" (Lorrie) Null, Kenny (Linda) Null.Mike was a talented...
John Stratos
Nov 27, 2006
John Stratos (Banjo, Santa Claus)John Stratos, born April 24, 1926, age 80, a wonderful provider and devoted husband, father, and grandfather, who came to know his Lord and Savior on July 15, 2001, passed away Monday, November 27, 2006 in the loving care of his devoted and loving wife of 56 years, Theresa. He belonged to Eagles 555 for 55...
Margaret Crano
Oct 30, 2005
Margaret Crano (Iler)Margaret Crano (Iler) passed away at the age of 94 at the Merriman Nursing Home. She fought a good fight but her frail body gave out on October 30, 2005. Preceded in death by her husband, Fred William Crano. She is survived by children, Bill (Sue) Crano, Rick (Diane) Crano, Joyce (Bill) Adley and Michele (Cosimo) Tassone. She...
Belinda Carol Robinson
Oct 28, 2005
Belinda Carol RobinsonBelinda Carol Robinson, 44, of Springfield Twp., passed away on Oct. 28, 2005. She was a Veteran of the U.S. Army, and loved fishing and camping. Belinda loved her children, family and life itself. She is preceded in death by father Roy Curtis Robinson. She is survived by her mother Mae (Ward) Robinson; son Edward Curtis White and...
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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