Obituaries
Michael J. Mansfield
Michael J. MansfieldMichael J. Mansfield, 24, passed away March 13, 2010. He enjoyed watching wrestling, especially WWE and enjoyed animals having many pets, most notably his dog, Cosmo. Preceded in death by grandparents, Kermit Haines, Lora & Dale McClellan; sister, Angela Smith. He is survived by his parents, David & Jeanette Haines; grandmother, Bertha Haines;sisters, Tina (Don) Kintyhtt, Rhonda Garza...
Barry Wayne Pruitt, Sr.
Barry Wayne PruittBarry Wayne Pruitt, Sr., 54, went to be with our Lord suddenly on Tuesday, March 16, 2010. Born in Akron, OH on October 8, 1955. Barry is preceded in death by his father, William Henry Pruitt; brothers, Donnie and Ray; sister, Brenda Benz Azar; and his beloved dog, Rocky. He is survived by his son, Barry Wayne Pruitt,...
Todd Michael Yeager
Todd Michael YeagerTodd Michael Yeager, 35, of Akron, passed away March 13, 2010. Todd was born in Akron on April 4, 1974. He will be deeply missed by his parents, Leo and Cathy Yeager; sister, Christina (Kevin) Collins; many aunts and uncles, including Cindy and Don Sage and Janet Bowers; many cousins. Todd's family would like to thank Char and...
Daniel Flasco Harrison
Daniel Flasco HarrisonDaniel Flasco Harrison, 30, passed away March 13, 2010. His family is devastated by this loss, and he will be greatly missed. He was a graduate of the University of Akron with a Masters Degree in Applied Politics, and was a proud member of Phi Delta Theta Fraternity where he served 2 years as the Fraternity President. Daniel...
Robert Grover Summers
Robert Grover SummersSummit-Robert Grover Summers, 85, died Sunday March 14, 2010 at Akron City Hospital. He leaves his wife of 55 years, Caroline; his sister, Ceceila Mozelle; his sons, Patrick and Jeffrey and wife, Tricia; grandchildren, Lindsey and Jeff Summers, Maria Sciddurlo; great-grandson, Jordan Nanashe and (adopted) daughter, Terri Knotts. Robert was born on September 16, 1924 in Brooklyn, New...
Jackie Lee Simms
Jackie Lee SimmsJackie Lee Simms, 51, passed away March 12, 2010 surrounded by his loving family. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Jackie was an avid outdoorsman, a member of the NRA, and enjoyed woodworking. He was preceded in death by his father, Jackie P. Jackie is survived by his daughters, Sharis Peppeard, and Tabitha Atkinson; son, Immanuel...
Theodore A. Hall
Theodore A. HallTheodore A. Hall, 71, of Akron, a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather went home to be with the Lord on March 12, 2010. He was a lifelong resident of Akron with a passion for motorcycles and racing. Not a man of many words but a heart big enough to say it all, he was always willing to...
Mildred E. Tomkinson
Mildred E. (Millie) Tomkinson Mildred E. Tomkinson, 96, passed away March 12, 2010. Mildred was born in Akron on May 20, 1913. She graduated from University of Akron, where she belonged to the sorority Zeta Tau Alpha. She retired from the Western Reserve Girl Scout Council as office manager and was a member of Church of Our Savior in Akron....
Carol Herb
Carol Marie Herb (nee Klett)Carol Marie Herb, 75, of Akron, passed away March 10, 2010. She was born in Akron on March 15, 1934 to the late Merle and Helen Klett. Carol was an avid card player and enjoyed finding yard sales. She will always be remembered for her many talents and will be missed by all who knew her....
Ruth Alene Radak
Ruth Alene RadakRuth Alene Radak (nee Powell). On March 12, 2010, Ruth came to the finish line of life. She lived life to the fullest and knew how to enjoy every minute. Her dry wit will be sorely missed by all. Her passion for over 30 years was thoroughbred racing. She owned and raced horses for 12 years with her...
Clyde J. Helms
Clyde Julian HelmsClyde Julian Helms, 74, of Akron, passed away March 10, 2010. Clyde was born July 25, 1935 in DeKalb Co., Alabama. He was preceded in death by his wife, Fran Helms; sons, Jerry Helms and Charles Daniels; and friend, Brenda Knight. He is survived by his children, Kathy McAbee, Ronnie Smith, Greg Ray, and Gina Harbison; many siblings;...
Helen M. Telesz
Helen M. TeleszHelen M. Telesz, 90, passed away on March 10, 2010. Helen enjoyed playing golf and spending time with her beloved family. Preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Edith Dunbar; husband, Walter Telesz; sisters, Cecley (Bob) Turnbull and Roberta (Keith) Richard; and brother-in-law, Harry Collins. She will be sadly missed by son, Frank (Beverly); daughter, Roberta (Chup)...
Robert L. Settle
Robert L. SettleRobert L. Settle, 87, passed away March 9, 2010. He graduated from East High School in 1942. Robert was a veteran of World War II serving in the U.S. Navy, and retired from Goodyear after 40 years of service. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Maria; children, Addis Settle, and Anna Marie Hall; grandchildren,...
Rev. Herberta. Stoneking
Rev. Herbert A. StonekingRev. Herbert A. Stoneking, 88, of Uniontown OH, passed away March 8, 2010 at Akron City Hospital. He was born September 18, 1921 in Charleroi, PA to the late Robert & Ethel (Mason) Stoneking. Hebert served in the U.S. Army during WWII and later retired from Mohawk Rubber where he served as Union President. He pastored Northfield...
Robert L. Werner
Robert L. WernerRobert L. Werner, 72, of Akron, passed away March 9, 2010 at his residence. He was born October 26, 1937 in Akron, Ohio to the late Maynard L. & Ruby (Hamrick) Werner. Bob retired from Walmart in August 2009 after 12 years of service. He had a strong passion for fishing and the Goodyear Model Aircraft Club of...
Janet R. Coomer
Janet R. CoomerJanet R. Coomer, 75, of Akron, passed away March 8, 2010. Janet was born January 22, 1935 and grew up in Ellet. She was a current resident of the Maple Woods Care Center. In her free time, she enjoyed reading, movies, and spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Naomi...
Terrence C. Powell I
Terrence C. Powell ITerrence C. Powell I, 56, went home to be with the Lord on March 7, 2010 after a long illness. He was a member of the East Market St. Church of God, giving his life to the Lord in 2006. Terrence loved being among family and friends, playing chess, and was an avid reading. Preceded in death...
Herbert Wilson Lewis
Herbert Wilson LewisHerbert Wilson Lewis passed from this life to the life eternal on March 6th, 2010 at age 86. Born in Akron, Ohio, Herbert graduated from Ellet High School in 1941. He joined the Navy on January 19, 1943 serving in World War II as an electrician on the submarine, Bluegill, SS242 until November 20, 1945. He was employed...
Harry D. Cross
Harry D. CrossHarry D. Cross, 65, passed away on March 6, 2010. Harry was a true "people person"; he loved spending time with family and friends. He also enjoyed camping and was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan. Preceded in death by his daughter, Beth Ann Harland; sisters, Connie Waycaster and Janice Ralston; and brothers, James, Clyde, and Charles Cross. Survivors...
Janis I. Reynolds (Nee Inch)
Janis I. Reynolds (nee Inch)Janis I. Reynolds, 68, of Mogadore, passed away March 5, 2010. She was born May 21, 1941 in Akron, Ohio to the late George A. and Irene Inch, Sr. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Jerome Inch and Don Inch. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 50 years, Walter Reynolds;...
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