Obituaries

John Tollie Evans

John Tollie Evans

"John" Tollie Evans"John" Tollie Evans, born August 2, 1948, departed this world July 23, 2010. He was preceded in death by his father, Tolly Estill Evans. He is survived by his mother, Opal Mae Addis; wife, Patricia Lynn Evans; daughter, Velvet Diane (Jeff) Arthurs; stepsons, John and Christopher Heinnickel; grandchildren, Nick, Brandy, Jacob, and Courtney; brothers, Glen (Sherry), Rick (Michele),...

Carola M. Carr

Carola M. Carr

Carola M. Carr "Rhodie"Carola M. Carr "Rhodie", 81, of Akron, passed away July 22, 2010. She was born December 20, 1928 in Ohlman, Illinois to the late Roy and Katie Rogers. She devoted herself to raising her family and will always be remembered for her generous nature. She worked at Zayre's and Big Lots. In her free time, she enjoyed...

Jerry B. Cole

Jerry B. Cole

Jerry B. Cole, 63, passed away on July 22, 2010. Jerry was born in Akron on January 7, 1947 to the late Glenn and Helen Cole. Jerry was a veteran of the Vietnam War, having served with the US Army. He was a member of the Mogadore VFW and enjoyed stock car racing. Jerry had a great sense of humor...

Edith L. Holloway

Edith L. Holloway

Edith L. HollowayEdith L. Holloway, 85, went home to be with the Lord on July 22, 2010 surrounded by her loving family. She belonged to the Gold Star Mothers, American War Mothers, past president of the 2301 Eagles, and was a member of the Brown Street Baptist Church. Edith was an avid bowler, and was a devoted mother, grandmother, and...

Geraldine E. Hobbs

Geraldine E. Hobbs

Geraldine E. HobbsGeraldine E. Hobbs, 89, of Akron entered Heaven's gate on July 21, 2010. Geraldine will always be remembered for her amazing determination and strong will. She retired as a key punch operator from Roadway Express. She was a dance instructor in her teens and later took up photography. She was a talented seamstress, jewelry designer, and owner of...

Linda C. Schartiger

Linda C. Schartiger

Linda C. SchartigerLinda C. Schartiger, 55, of Uniontown, passed away July 21, 2010. Linda was born February 12, 1955 in Akron, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her father, LeRoy Chapman. She will be deeply missed by her husband, Arlen R. Schartiger; daughters, Victoria (Jason) Brock and Kristie Schartiger; son, Robert Ray Schartiger; mother, Lois Chapman; sisters, Loretta Beasley,...

Loureva J. Hunt

Loureva J. Hunt

Loureva J. Hunt "Reva"Loureva J. Hunt, 82, of Lakemore, went home to be with the Lord on July 20, 2010. She was born August 23, 1927 in Benham, Kentucky to the late C.C. and Grace Cummins. Reva and her husband Harry were the past owners of Reva's Coffee Shop in Lakemore, where they were well-known and loved by everyone. She...

William F. Huhn

William F. Huhn

William F. Huhn, 81, passed away on July 19, 2010. A U.S. Army veteran and founding member of St. Eugene Catholic Church, Bill was a member of Orioles Nest 167, Mogadore Moose, and Falls Eagles. Bill retired from the US Postal Service. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Lou; second wife, Barbara; son, Charles Levesque; and...

Joseph C. Delauter

Joseph C. Delauter

Joseph C. DeLauter, 53, passed away on July 19, 2010, after a lengthy battle with cancer. He had been a resident of Akron for the past 10 years and had previously resided in Valley Steam, NY. Joseph was a member of Emmanuel Fellowship Church. Preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Frances DeLauter. Survivors include his long-time friend and...

Ronald G. Heabler

Ronald G. Heabler

Ronald G. "Ron" HeablerRonald G. "Ron" Heabler, 64, of Munroe Falls, passed away on July 17, 2010. He was born in Willard, Ohio on June 11, 1946. Ron enjoyed spending time with his family at Cutty's Sunset campground. He also loved jigsaw puzzles, sci-fi movies, and the Cleveland Indians. Ron was preceded in death by his father, George Heabler and...

Marilyn L. Baker

Marilyn L. Baker

Marilyn L. BakerMarilyn L. Baker, 79, of Akron, passed away July 16, 2010. She was born September 20, 1930 in Munroe Falls, Ohio. Marilyn was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother and will be missed by all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her sisters, Martha Leonard and Marjorie Kennedy. She is survived by her husband of...

Donna L. Ecker

Donna L. Ecker

Donna L. Ecker, 90, went home to be with the Lord on July 15, 2010. She was born in Newark, OH on August 21, 1919, to the late Donald and Grace Helmkee. Donna was a member of Lifespring Christian Church as well as the Eastern Star Lodge and the American Legion Auxiliary. She was also involved with the Mobile Meals...

Hazel R. Danner

Hazel R. Danner

Hazel R. DannerHazel R. Danner, 81, of Mogdore, OH, passed away on July 12, 2010. She was born in Livingston, TN on June 2, 1929, to the late Joe A. and Phoeba Poston. She worked for Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. for 25 years. Hazel was married to Clarence K. Danner for 63 years. She was an active member of...

Robert L. Jones

Robert L. Jones

Robert L. JonesRobert Lee Jones, born December 1, 1929, departed this world July 13, 2010 to join his loved ones and many friends in Heaven. Going before him is his father, Monroe and mother, Dama Jones; brothers, Marvin (Rose), Maxin (Nina Lea), and Gerald (Mable Lea); sisters, Elsie (Hayward) Gainer, Doris (Patrick) Woods, Madaline (Bertsil) Bonner, and June (Peter) Stayshich;...

Irene Joyce Huffman

Irene Joyce Huffman

Irene Joyce HuffmanIrene Joyce Huffman, 67, of Akron, passed away on July 12, 2010. She was born March 4, 1943 in Sandusky, Ohio to the late John & Ruth (Hewitt) Lichtenberger. Irene worked in the cafeteria at Garfield High School. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Linda Branch. She is survived by her...

Mary Lou Reddick

Mary Lou Reddick

Mary Lou ReddickAKRON - Mary Lou "Lou Lou" Reddick, 75, formerly of Dickson, Tennessee, passed away July 11, 2010 unexpectedly at General Hospital. Mary Lou was born on January 18, 1935 to mother, Hester Edmonson (Henry Holliworth). She moved north to Ohio and married Willie Charles Reddick, Sr. Mary Lou's life was centered on her family and friends. She had...

Lois G. Finley

Lois G. Finley

Lois G. FinleyLois G. Finley, 84, passed away on July 11, 2010. She was born in Accident, MD on July 26, 1925 to the late Henry and Amillia Bittner. Lois attended Concordia Lutheran Church and also loved to dance. She is survived by numerous cousins. Cremation has taken place and services will be held at a later date. To leave...

Lynn Marie Rogers Walker

Lynn Marie Rogers Walker

Lynn Marie Rogers WalkerLynn Marie Rogers Walker, age 81, of Akron, OH, formerly of Newton, WV, went to be with her Savior and Lord on July 8, 2010, at Summa, Akron City Hospital, after a brief illness. Lynn was born in Charleston, WV on June 9, 1929. Lynn was an employee of Little Forest Nursing Home in Akron, OH for...

Sandra J. Heaton

Sandra J. Heaton

Sandra J. HeatonSandra J. Heaton, 55, passed away on July 5, 2010. Sandy is no longer in pain; she is at peace. Preceded in death by her father, Charles Snyder. Survivors include her son, Michael (Julie) Pitz; mother, Imogene Snyder; husband, Edwin; 4 grandchildren; 2 nieces; and a host of friends. Per Sandy's wishes, cremation has taken place and her...

Earl L. Flower

Earl L. Flower

Earl L. FlowerEarl L. Flower, 77, of Norton, passed away July 4, 2010. Earl was born in Akron on October 3, 1932 to the late Harvey and Virginia Flower. He graduated from Coventry High School where he played football. He was the owner of Flower Construction for 31 years. In his free time, Earl enjoyed collecting old cars. In addition...

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