Obituaries
Angela J. Chamberlain
Angela J. ChamberlainOur beautiful angel has left us to fly to the pink castle in the sky. Angela J. Chamberlain, 24, of Akron, passed away August 23, 2010. She was preceded in death by her aunt, Tina Brooks; and grandmothers, Mary Linscott and Marjorie Cooey. Angela will be deeply missed by her mother, Tammy Lynn Hayes; father, Jerry (Barb) Chamberlain;...
Virginia Collins Smith
A wonderful chapter in the lives of so many of us came to a close on Monday, August 23, 2010, when Virginia Collins Smith was called home by her Lord and Savior. Virginia "Ginny" was born February 4, 1916 in Calhoun County, WV, a daughter of the late Henry Collins and Minerva Ellen Hickman. She was married to Raymond C....
Robert Berger
Robert BergerRobert Berger, 72, passed away August 24, 2010 surrounded by his loving family. He was a guitar player, and was an avid guitar collector. Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Ross and Jean Berger; and daughters, Deloris and Marlene Berger. He is survived by his loving wife of 23 years, Vera; brother, John (Betty) Berger; sister, Dorothy...
Patty Christner
Patty Christner, 46, passed away on August 23, 2010. Patty was a member of Cornerstone Free Methodist Church and also attended Mount Summit Church of the Nazarene. She had been employed by Grange Insurance for over 10 years and was affiliated with the Aladdin Knights Lamp family. Patty is survived by her husband, Jim, of 30 years; parents, Darryl (Jean)...
Elden A. Earlenbaugh
Elden A. EarlenbaughElden A. Earlenbaugh, 82, of Barberton, went to be with the Lord on August 22, 2010. Elden was a devoted member of Calvary Apostolic Church. He had a wonderful sense of humor and enjoyed attending family reunions and playing cards. He was a wonderful husband and father and will remain in the hearts of his family and friends...
Raymond L. Christy
Raymond L. ChristyRaymond L. Christy passed away August 22, 2010. He was born in Ravenna, Ohio on March 9, 1921 to Alverton & Eva Christy and lived in Akron since 1942. He was a veteran of WWII where he served in the Army Air Force from September 1942 to October 1945. Raymond served 15 months in the China, India, and...
Elizabeth Morrison
Elizabeth "Libby" M. Morrison, 73, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend to all who knew her, passed away on August 21, 2010. She was born on August 3, 1937 to the late Mervine and Nellie Millhoff. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Jack L. Morrison, Sr.; sisters, Lois Calaway, Ruth Nehrbecky, and...
Frank Clifford Smith
Frank Clifford SmithFrank Clifford Smith, 83, of Akron went to be with the Lord on August 19, 2010 after a courageous battle with multiple myeloma. Frank was born December 26, 1926 in Salem, Ohio to the late Frank and Josephine Smith. He earned a civil engineering degree from the University of Akron and proudly served with the U.S. Army Corps...
Patricia Diana Brown (Nee Bechter)
Patricia Diana Brown (nee Bechter)Patricia D. Brown, 61, passed away at the Hospice Care Center into the arms of the Lord on August 18, 2010. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend. Born in Akron, she graduated from Coventry High School, retired from Home Builders Association of Greater Akron, and was a member of the...
Donna L. Rentz
Donna L. Rentz, 83, passed away on August 16, 2010. She was born in Akron on March 24, 1927 to the late Otis and Bessie Petty. Donna was a loving and generous individual who found her greatest joy in caring and cooking for her family, friends, and neighbors. Donna never met a stranger. In addition to her parents, she was...
Wilda Rosemary Davis
Wilda Rosemary DavisWilda Rosemary Davis, 81, of Atwater, passed away August 16, 2010. She was born in Akron on June 5, 1929 to the late William and Sylvia Mishler. She was devoted to the First Baptist Church of Tallmadge, where she played the piano and organ. Her family and friends will always remember the wonderful cakes that she baked. In...
Dominic T. Barbieri, Sr.
Dominic T. Barbieri, Sr.Dominic T. Barbieri, Sr. 73, of Akron, passed away peacefully surrounded by love on August 16, 2010. He was born August 17, 1936 in Akron, Ohio to the late Nicola & Rose (Campisi) Barbieri. Dominic was a gentleman's gentleman. He took great delight in his great-grandchildren as well as all the grandchildren. He was a wizard at...
Adam Greifenstein
Adam GreifensteinAdam Greifenstein, 74, of Akron, passed away August 15, 2010. He was born November 2, 1935 in Belecska, Hungary and resided in Regensburg, Germany until emigrating to the United States in 1957. He proudly served in the U.S. Army National Guard as a staff sergeant E6. Adam enjoyed playing and watching soccer, gardening, and being outside in his yard....
Dorothy B.Petush Redrick
Dorothy B. Petush RedrickDorothy B. Petush Redrick, 84, of Akron, passed away August 14, 2010. She was born in Akron on September 21, 1925 to the late James and Marietta Petush. Dorothy was a member of East Market Street Church of God. In her free time, she enjoyed taking trips to casinos, bingo, and spending time with her family. In...
Elaine L. Filipski (Nock)
Elaine L. Filipski (Nock)Elaine L. Filipski, 67, of Stow, passed away August 9, 2010 at her residence. She was born August 3, 1943 in Cleveland, OH to the late Howard & Ellen (McDonough) Nock. Elaine was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She worked as a Security Manager at both Higbee's and Kohl's. In addition to her parents, she was...
Dale T. Thome
Dale T. Thome, 86, passed away on August 15, 2010. He worked for Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company for 42 years. Dale was a charter member of the Church of the Good Shepherd United Methodist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife of 64 years, Wilma Thome. Dale is survived by daughters, Irene Brooks and Darlene Mathews; son,...
Joann L. Hoffman
Joann L. Hoffman (Clawson)Joann L. Hoffman went home August 14, 2010 after a brave fight with a long illness. Joann was a Sweet Adaline of the Mogadore Village Bells. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joe and sister, Jinny Johnston. Joann will be forever in the hearts of her children, Mike,Steve (Leslie), Glen (Joellen), Cheryl, and devoted daughter,...
Robin Daniels
Robin DanielsRobin E. Daniels 51 of Portage Lakes passed away, after a short illness, August 3, 2010. Robin was born to Robert and Eleanor Anderson April 12, 1959 in Los Angeles, CA. She moved to Ohio and married the love of her life, Dan Daniels September 24, 1988. Robin was a very devoted mother to Tate Daniels and Cree Daniels....
Mildred Cessna
Mildred A. CessnaMildred A. Cessna (Nanny) born January 10, 1915 passed away peacefully August 11, 2010. She was so loved and will be greatly missed by her grandchildren Linda (Kevin) O'Hara of Kansas, and David (Joanne) Quillen of Florida; great grandchildren, David (Heather) Quillen, and Angela (Jeff) Hetsch; great-great grandchildren, Isaac, Isabelle, and Emma Rose. Mildred, moved to Ohio in...
Melissa S. Engelhart
Melissa EngelhartMelissa Engelhart, 26, passed away on Tuesday, August 10, 2010 after a courageous battle against cancer. Her upbeat attitude and smiles during her treatments were a true inspiration to others. Melissa was a 2002 graduate of Ellet High School. She enjoyed her job at Kid's Play (Green) and the children always loved having her as their teacher. Melissa enjoyed...
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