Obituaries

Caleb Steven Huffman

Caleb Steven Huffman

Caleb Steven HuffmanCaleb Steven Huffman, born April 3, 2007, went to be with the Lord on October 23, 2010. Caleb will always be remembered for his terrific smile and his ability to make people laugh. He had a strong spirit and fought the good fight through numerous surgeries. He was loved by many and will be deeply missed. Caleb was...

Charles K. Prather

Charles K. Prather

Charles K. (Chuck) PratherCharles K. (Chuck) Prather, born June 4, 1937, at Akron City Hospital, died on October 24, 2010. He graduated from Akron South High School in 1954 and Muskingum College in the class of 1958. Chuck had been employed at Stoll & Peiser, Sun Rubber Co., Coastal Tank Lines and retired in 1999 from Telxon Corporation. Many enjoyable...

Shirley M. Martin

Shirley M. Martin

Shirley M. MartinShirley M. Martin, 66, of Akron, passed away October 19, 2010. She was born in Canada on June 9, 1944. Shirley was preceded in death by her parents, Christopher and Wilma Chrest and daughter, Sherri-Lee Nipper. She will be deeply missed by her son, Bradley W. (Chrystal) Martin; sister, Linda (Colin) Beal; brother, Rick (Karen) Chrest; grandchildren, Josh,...

Bonita Hoare

Bonita Hoare

Bonita M. "Bonnie" Hoare (nee Laubscher)Bonita M. Hoare, 63, passed away on October 23, 2010 after a long illness. She was preceded in death by her father, Russell H. Laubscher; her brother, Russell "Tim" J. Laubscher; her niece, Christine C. Laubscher; and her favorite cat, Sam. She is survived by her loving husband, Richard Hoare; her son, Jerry Davis: her...

Clarence E. Dalton

Clarence E. Dalton

Clarence E. DaltonClarence (Sandy) Ellis Dalton, 60, died October 23, 2010 following a long illness. Mr. Dalton was born in Clarksburg, WV, and lived most of his life in Akron, which was a place he was very proud to call home. He was a Vietnam War Veteran and a long time employee of Bowe Bell & Howell. Mr. Dalton was...

Margaret Aleva

Margaret Aleva

Margaret AlevaMargaret Aleva (nee Nagy), beloved mother of Nancy, Les, and Marjorie went home to the Lord God with Jesus Christ as her Savior on October 21, 2010. Margaret was born in Crescent, Ohio on November 8, 1913 to Steve and Rose Nagy. She was married to the late Leslie Aleva, Sr., on August 30, 1947 until his death on...

Robert L. Six

Robert L. Six

Robert L. SixRobert L. Six, 80, passed away peacefully at home on October 22, 2010 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Akron, and raised in West Virginia. Robert retired from Mohawk Rubber after 31 years of service. He helped established the Fraternal Order of the Orioles Nest #167, and was also a member of the Fraternal Order...

Kevin Lee Ball

Kevin Lee Ball

Kevin Lee BallKevin Lee Ball, 43, of Deerfield, passed away October 19, 2010. He was born February 4, 1967 in Akron, Ohio. Kevin was a proud graduate of Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy, class of 1985, an active member of The Church in the Valley and employed by Carter Jones Lumber at the time of his death. He was a 25...

Irma Miklos

Irma Miklos

Irma MiklosIrma Miklos, 88, passed away on October 21, 2010. She was a member of Christ Reformed Church and retired from Kenmore Sparkle Market after 26 years of service. She was the very best mom and grandmother and will be greatly missed by all. Preceded in death by her parents, Mike and Anna; sisters, Rose Kovach-Kato, Ann Bukovey, Helen Newcomb,...

Valera V. Holley

Valera V. Holley

Valera V. HolleyValera V. Holley, 79, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away October 21, 2010. Valera was born in Kentucky on May 15, 1931 to the late Donald and Madeline Kidd. She was an accomplished seamstress and enjoyed puzzles. Valera was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond in 1992 and numerous siblings. She will be deeply missed by her children,...

Joey Michelle Richardson

Joey Michelle Richardson

Joey Michelle RichardsonJoey Michelle Richardson, 42, of Kent, passed away October 18, 2010. Joey was born in Camp LeJeune, North Carolina on December 18, 1967. She will always be remembered for her strength and joyful personality. Joey loved her family and took a special delight in spending time with her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father, Joseph...

Lilla Mae Chandler

Lilla Mae Chandler

Lilla Mae ChandlerLilla Mae "Granny Mae" Chandler, Aug. 3, 1920 – Oct. 19, 2010. She has moved on to a better place. Lilla is survived by her daughter, Patricia (Robert) Hershberger; grandchildren, Danean, Shelly, John, and Michael; in-laws, Christine, Frank, Hope, and Staci; great-grandchildren, Mark (Janelle), Dustin (Dawn), Brandon, Jenni Mae, Nathan, and Wendy (Brian); great-great-grandchildren, Mia Rose, Maddie, and...

Edwin S. Waterhouse

Edwin S. Waterhouse

Edwin S. WaterhouseEdwin S. Waterhouse, 89, passed away October 19. 2010. He was born September 16, 1921 in Pennsylvania. Edwin was an avid camper and traveler and a talented musician. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and retired from Ford Motor Co. in 1981. Edwin was preceded in death by his wife, Hazel; son, Danny; and...

Richard Tony Maroni

Richard Tony Maroni

Richard Tony MaroniRichard Tony Maroni, 76, of Ravenna passed away peacefully on Monday, Oct. 18, 2010 at Robinson Memorial Hospital surrounded by his family. He was born on June 24, 1934 in Sandusky, Ohio to the late John and Adelia (Bernadino) Maroni. He had lived in Ravenna since 1960 and was previously employed in the grocery supply business. Survivors include...

William E. Reed

William E. Reed

William E. "Bill" Reed, 82, passed away on October 18, 2010. Bill was a life resident of Akron and a member of Lakemore United Methodist Church. He retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber after many years of service. Bill enjoyed playing cards and bingo, and traveling to Las Vegas. He was a very kind and friendly man who was always...

Glenn Winter

Glenn Winter

Glenn W. Winter, 79, passed away on October 17, 2010, after a short battle with cancer. Glenn served with the US Marine Corps during the Korean War and was a member of the American Legion. He retired from Firestone Tire and Rubber Co. after 30 years of service. Survivors include his beloved wife, Suzanne, of 58 years; daughters, Deborah (Gilbert)...

Donald M. Brafford

Donald M. Brafford

Donald M. "Don" BraffordDonald M. "Don" Brafford, 68, passed away on October 15, 2010. Don served with the US Army and retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber after over 30 years of service. He was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church and enjoyed fishing and boating. Preceded in death by his parents, William and Rose Ann Brafford; and infant...

Nicholas L."Nick" Tsoufiou

Nicholas L."Nick" Tsoufiou

Nicholas L. "Nick" TsoufiouNicholas L. "Nick" Tsoufiou, 90, passed away on October 15, 2010. Nick retired from the US Postal Service after 32 years of service. He was a member of Akron Baptist Temple and Temple Heights Baptist church in Tampa, FL. Preceded in death by his wife, Steffie; and brother, George. Survivors include his sons, Bill (Debbie) and Dave...

Gerald Paul Strebler

Gerald Paul Strebler

Gerald Paul StreblerGerald Paul "Jerry" Strebler, 60, passed away October 11, 2010 after a sudden illness. He was a huge Minnesota Vikings fan, and was also a fan of the New York Yankees. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Garnette Strebler; brother, Robert Strebler; and sister, Karen Strebler. He is survived by his sister, Michele (Jeff)...

Ruby N. Stiles

Ruby N. Stiles

Ruby N. StilesRuby N. Stiles, 86, went home to be with the Lord on October 14, 2010. Ruby was born in Moundsville, West Virginia on October 24, 1923. She will always be remembered for her quick wit and her love of flowers and the outdoors. She was full of kindness and generosity and had a deep love for her family....

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