Obituaries

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...

Shirley J. Young

Shirley J. Young

Shirley Young of Akron passed away September 12, 2012. She was born in Elmira, WV to the late Sherman and Gay Carter. Shirley's favorite times were spent loving and caring for her family.Shirley is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Robert Sr.; sons, Richard (Donna); Dennis (Sandra), Tarry and Robert II (Jackie); daughter, Melanie (Kenneth) Cauthen; 19 grandchildren,...

Chris Barkoukis

Chris Barkoukis

Chris Barkoukis, 80, passed away on November, 5, 2011. The son of Peter and Thana Barkoukis. He was born in Akron, Ohio on August 21, 1931. He leaves behind his loving wife, Corene; stepson, Andrew (Debbie) Corbett; step-daughters, Dawn Corbett (Charley Waldrep), Pamela (Terry Shannon)Steele; many grand-children, great-grandchildren and great-great-granddaughter; brothers, Gregory (Louise), Tom (Roberta); sister, JoAnn (Stanley) Theodosion; many...

Ronald Lee Dies

Ronald Lee Dies

Ronald Lee Dies was born in Indiana, PA on December 17, 1942, and passed away unexpectedly on November 5, 2011. Preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Velma Dies and brothers, Bill and Bob. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Joy, and daughters, Bethany (Bill) Lemley and Brittany (Alan) Shiplett; grandchildren, Olivia, Claudia, Veronica, Sierra, Savanna,...

Mary E. Haffner

Mary E. Haffner

Mary E. Haffner (Friel), 87, passed away on November 5, 2011. The daughter of John and Susan (Nellie) Friel, she was born in Akron, Ohio on January 18, 1924. Mary was a member of St. Matthew Parish and active in several organizations. Mom loved to walk and was known by some as the "walking lady" in her neighborhood. She was...

Merry M. Beal (Nee Haydu)

Merry M. Beal (Nee Haydu)

Merry M. Beal (nee Haydu), our precious Merry, 67, of Tallmadge, OH received her heavenly wings and went home to be with Jesus on November 4, 2011. She was born on December 25, 1943. Merry was a member of Cornerstone Free Methodist Church. She was a loving, caring, honest, and giving Christian person who lived life to the fullest. Merry...

David A. Etheridge

David A. Etheridge

David A. EtheridgeDavid A. Etheridge, 58, of Akron, passed away November 2, 2011. David was born on July 16, 1953. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and riding quads. He was a member of the Wingfoot Archery Club. David was preceded in death by his father, Cleve Etheridge. He will be deeply missed by his wife of...

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