Obituaries

Allie Dolores White

Allie Dolores White

Allie Dolores WhiteAllie Dolores White (nee Full) passed away July 11, 2008 at her home in Akron. Born in Reedy, West Virginia on November 5, 1931, she moved with her parents as a child to Akron where she attended and graduated from Central High School. Following a brief stint at the University of Akron, she became a draftsman for Goodyear...

Edward Geisinger

Edward Geisinger

Edward "Ed" Hamen GeisingerEdward "Ed" Hamen Geisinger, born June 17, 1935 and passed away July 12, 2008. The two loves of his life were his wife Josephine and his best friend, "Babe", his dog. He is preceded in death by his wife Josephine Mary Geisinger; sister Dorothy Snyder and brothers Joseph and Walter. A special thank you to his step-daughter...

Robert Harlow

Robert Harlow

Robert B. HarlowAKRON-Robert B. Harlow, 85, passed away July 11. 2008. He was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan and lived in Akron most of his life. He was a member of the New Horizons Christian Church. He worked at Goodyear Aerospace for over 40 years. He was in the Civilian Conservation Corps. He was a World War II Veteran with...

Gene Colegrove

Gene Colegrove

Gene V. ColegroveGene V. Colegrove, 74, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away July 11, 2008. He was born in Akron on January 19, 1934. Gene proudly served in the U.S. Army and was the founder and owner of Gene's Produce. He was well loved in his community and loved his family very much. He was preceded in death by his parents,...

Joyce A. Coble (Congrove)

Joyce A. Coble (Congrove)

Joyce A. Coble (Congrove)Joyce A. Coble, 61, of Akron, passed away July 9, 2008 at her residence. She was born October 7, 1946 in Akron, Ohio to the late Marshall B. & Elsie V. (Ochsendorf) Congrove. She is survived by her husband, Franklin Dwight Coble; daughters, Lynette (Marty) VanHorn and Daneen Kungle (Chuck); son, Scott (Lisa) Coble; grandchildren, Justin, Brittany,...

Pearl E. Brick

Pearl E. Brick

Pearl E. BrickPearl E. Brick, 91, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away July 8, 2008. Pearl was born November 25, 1916 in Berlin, PA to the late Jacob and Elsie Platt. She was a member of the Eastwood Church of the Brethren, the Munroe Falls Historical Society, and the Munroe Falls Garden Club. She retired from General Tire, having worked there...

Alfred Timothy Orr

Alfred Timothy Orr

Alfred Timothy Orr ("Orr")ATWATER Alfred Timothy Orr left this world too early on July 8, 2008 at the age of 49. Preceded in death by father, Joseph B. Orr, Sr.; and brother, Joseph Raymond. He is survived by wife, Ruby; son, Timothy; daughter, Stacey; mother, Elizabeth Orr; 10 brothers and sisters; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Al was an...

Paul Barnes

Paul Barnes

Paul H. BarnesPaul H. Barnes, 81, went home to be with his Lord on July 8, 2008. Paul was born October 5, 1926 in Akron, Ohio. He served honorably in the U.S. Army and retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber in Stow after 43 years of service. He was a member of The Chapel for 53 years and served as...

Marta Slusser

Marta Slusser

Marta Slusser(Please include photo with caption: "Together Again")Marta Slusser, 81, of Mogadore, passed away July 7, 2008. Marta was born March 21, 1927 in Akron. She had a variety of interests throughout her life that included crafting, playing the organ, and golfing. She had a natural talent for everything she tried her hand at. She and her husband, William raised...

James M. Kight, Sr.

James M. Kight, Sr.

James M. Kight, Sr. James M. Kight, Sr., 75, passed away on July 5, 2008. He was born on February 11, 1933 to the late Andy and Mary Kight. He served with the US Army during the Korean conflict. James enjoyed fishing and gardening. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Bernadine; granddaughter Cyndi;...

Robert L. Holmes

Robert L. Holmes

Robert L. "Bob" Holmes Robert L. "Bob" Holmes, 80, passed away on July 6, 2008. He was born on March 9, 1928 to the late Charles and Mary Holmes. Bob served with the US Army from 1947 to 1949. He had spent his lifetime working in the trucking industry for the following companies: First Federal Trucking Co., Associated Transport, Motorfreight...

Joseph A. Scaduto

Joseph A. Scaduto

Joseph A. ScadutoJoseph A. Scaduto, 92, of Lakemore, passed away June 26, 1008 at Pleasant View Health Care Center. He was born March 2, 1916 in Akron, Ohio to the late Saverio & Gerolama (Catalano) Scaduto. Joseph was a machinist for Goodyear Aerospace. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 43 years, Mary...

Robert E. Green

Robert E. Green

Robert E. GreenRobert E. Green, 49, of Akron, passed away July 1, 2008 due to complications from diabetes. Robert was born January 1, 1959 to the late Donald and Mary Green. He had many talents and interests, including gardening, music, working on cars, and electronics. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Ronald and...

Steven E. Williams

Steven E. Williams

Steven E. WilliamsSteven E. Williams, born December 13, 1953 in Tucson, Arizona went home to be with his Heavenly Father on Saturday, June 28, 2008. He will be welcomed by the loving arms of his father, Earl Williams and grandson, Paul S. Williams. He will be greatly missed and remembered always by his loving mother, Nina Marie; son, Steven; brother,...

Lillian Mae Pierce

Lillian Mae Pierce

Lillian Mae PierceOctober 1, 1927 - June 27, 2008Lillian Mae Pierce, died suddenly June 27, 2008 at Akron General Medical Center. Preceded in death by her parents, Pearl and Elizabeth Ater; husband, Perry; and infant son, William. Left to mourn their loss, son, Robert (Roseanne); daughters, Betty, Linda (Jake), Sandra (Ellis), Deborah and Penny; grandchildren, Jim (Robin), Jason (Debbie), Jennifer...

Frank J. Davey

Frank J. Davey

Frank J. DaveyFrank J. Davey, 62, of Tallmadge passed away June 26, 2008. Frank was the owner and operator of Davey & Associates. He is preceded in death by his beloved parents, James and Mary (Glynn) Davey. He is survived by his daughter, Dawn Choat; sons, Christopher and Todd Davey; brother, Mike Davey and granddaughter, Rylee. By request of the...

Larry Harbarger

Larry Harbarger

"MY HUSBAND, MY FRIEND" Larry W. Harbarger Larry W. Harbarger, 52, passed away unexpectedly on June 29, 2008. His greatest joy in life was his beloved family. He would do anything for those that he loved. He was the owner/operator of Harbarger Construction Co. for about 20 years and was known as "The Artist" for his superior craftsmanship. Preceded in...

Odie Kilgore

Odie Kilgore

Odie M. KilgoreOdie M. Kilgore passed away peacefully on June 25, 2008 after living 95 wonderful years with us. She was a very caring person who thought only of others rather than herself. Anyone in need or sick, she was always there. After losing her vision years ago, she is now rejoicing seeing her loved ones in Heaven: her husbands,...

William Ranefeldt

William Ranefeldt

William L. RanefeldtWilliam L. Ranefeldt, 64, finished the race strong and went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, June 24, 2008. Bill was born in Akron on December 30, 1943, and lived most of his life there. Bill was the only son of Jarl and Helen Ranefeldt. Bill graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School...

Ethel Burns

Ethel Burns

Ethel M. Burns Ethel M. Burns, age 85, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2008 at the Palliative Care and Hospice Center at Akron City Hospital. Ethel was born on July 4, 1922 and lived in Akron most of her life. She is survived by her husband, Duane Burns, of 66 years; her 3 children, Nancy Lukinac, Patrick Burns (Geri),...

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