Obituaries
Mary Cornell
Mary F. Cornell (nee Pinty), 82, of Uniontown, went home to be with her Savior Jesus Christ on February 16, 2007 at Traditions Assisted Living Center. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill, in 1997. Mary is survived by her son David (Pamela) of Green; daughter Diane Merrill of Georgia. Also surviving are grandchildren Teresa Baughn, Craig (Joline)...
Vallee Carr
Vallee D. Carr Vallee D. Carr, 76, passed away on February 16, 2007. He was born in Cuyahoga Falls on June 25, 1930 to the late Franklin and Zella Mae. Vallee retired from the Pepsi Cola Co. after 28 years of service. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son Darin and sister Ann Gowin....
Arthur Turner
Arthur B. TurnerArthur B. Turner, 98, heard the call to come home on February 15, 2007. He was born August 2, 1908 in McKaysville, Georgia to Lee and Nora Turner. He was preceded in death by son, Bobby in 1992 and beloved wife, Ruby, his jewel for 66 years in 1998. He enjoyed 37 years of retirement from Adamson United...
Lawrence Krautheim
Lawrence "Pete" Krautheim, Jr.Lawrence "Pete" Krautheim, Jr., 81, went home to be with his Lord on February 15, 2007 after courageously fighting numerous illnesses. He was born in Youngstown, Ohio and lived in Akron most of his life. Pete proudly served in the U.S. Navy during WWII and later retired from Ohio Edison after 42 years of service. He was...
Billy Hollingsworth
Billy Hollingsworth Billy Hollingsworth, 79, passed away on February 15, 2007 after a long battle with cancer. Billy was a veteran of the Korean War having served with the US Army. He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed cars. Survivors include his wife Joan of 53 years; sons Bill and Buddy (Nita); daughters Patty (Ron) Knapik, Paula (Craig) Candle,...
Byron L. Earlenbaugh
Byron L. EarlenbaughByron L. Earlenbaugh, 76, of Akron, passed away February 11, 2007. Byron was a member of the Church of God on N. Arlington St. He was devoted to his family and will always be remembered as a gifted storyteller. Byron was preceded in death by his wife, Leewana. He will be deeply missed by his children, Ron (Sarah),...
Bernard Springston
Bernard E. SpringstonBernard E. Springston, 83, of Akron, passed away February 14, 2007. Bernard proudly served in the U.S. Army during World War II and later retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. He was preceded in death by his wife, Vivian; parents, Ralph and Addie; and sisters, Madeline and Ethel. He will be deeply missed by his daughters, Sharyn...
Leslie Gray
Leslie P. "Pat" Gray Leslie P. "Pat" Gray, 91, passed away on February 13, 2007. She was born in Fannin Co., GA on March 4, 1915 to the late Jehue and Ida Ware. Leslie moved to Akron in the 1950's from Georgia and worked as a waitress for 35 years. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death...
Ronald E. Davis
Ronald E. DavisRonald E. Davis, 52, of Akron, passed away February 12, 2007 at his residence. He was born February 21, 1954 in Akron, Ohio to the late Even & Glenda (Sweeden) Davis. Ron graduated from the University of Akron in 1977; had been a member of the Phi Sigma Kappa Fraternity; was an avid Browns fan and an original...
Rhonda Louise Farmer
Rhonda Louise FarmerRhonda Louise Farmer, 55, of Akron, passed away unexpectedly February 11, 2007 at Akron General Medical Center. She was born January 20, 1952 in Sutton, West Virginia. Rhonda was an active member of the Fraternal Order of Orioles #167 where she served as a Trustee and was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary. She was preceded in death...
Robert Eihinger
Robert L. EihingerRobert L. Eihinger, 81, of Akron, passed away February 7, 2007. Robert was a member of the Sons and Daughters of Herman. His favorite hobby was bowling. Robert was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters. He is survived by his sister, Rose Irine Magyares; a host of nieces and nephews; and many friends. Robert will...
Gloria Six
Gloria M. SixGloria M. Six, 65, of Barberton, passed away February 8, 2007 at Mercy Medical Center. She was born April 8, 1941 in Clarksburg, West Virginia to the late James C. & Lucinda E. (Alton) Feathers. Gloria was a loving mother and grandmother and will be missed by her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in...
Lena Evelynmccallie Toombs
Lena Evelyn McCallieToombs (Nana) Lena Evelyn McCallie Toombs, 94, went home to her Lord, Thursday, February 8, 2007 at the Merriman, her home since April, 2006. She was born to the late Archie A. And Nell Arnett McCallie on November 19, 1912 in Birmingham, Alabama. She relocated to Akron, with her family, in 1918. She was a January, 1932 graduate...
Connor Fegancher
Connor "Budrow" Fegancher Connor "Budrow" Fegancher, born September 8, 2005, went Home to receive his wings on Wednesday, February 7, 2007, in the arms of his mom, surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his loving Mommy and Daddy Brenda and Michael King. Also to be missed by sister Jordan; maternal grandmother Darlene Fegancher; special grandmother Gloria Magrell;...
Gerald Carroll
Gerald "Jerry" CarrollGerald "Jerry" Carroll, 76, of Mogadore, went to be with the Lord on February 6, 2007 at Heather Knoll Nursing Home. Gerald retired from General Tire in 1982. He was preceded in death by his son, Thomas Carroll; parents, John E. & Cynthia (Powell) Carroll; and 4 brothers. Left to mourn his loss are his sons, Donald (Susan)...
Janet Hribsek
Janet P. HribsekJanet P. Hribsek, 51, of Springfield Twp., passed away February 4, 2007 after a courageous battle with diabetes. She was born March 21, 1955 in Akron, Ohio. Janet was a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister and aunt. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Jillyan N. Hribsek in March of 2005; and father, Winifred Dennison. Janet is...
Jean Williams
Jean E. Williams(please inserto photo with caption: "Together Again")Jean E. Williams, 88, passed away February 4, 2007. Jean was born on January 10, 1919 in Akron to the late Ward and Helen Motz. She retired from General Tire. Jean was a kind and loving mother and grandmother and will be missed by all who knew her. She was preceded in...
Johnny Garrison
Johnny GarrisonJohnny Garrison, 94, of Springfield Twp., died on February 4, 2007. He was born August 2, 1912 in Hansford, West Virginia. Johnny served in the U.S. Army during WWII and later retired from Mohawk Rubber Company. He was a member of Arlington Memorial Baptist Church and the Disabled American Veterans. Johnny was preceded in death by his mother, Nancy...
Frederick Dengler
Frederick W. Dengler, Jr. Frederick W. Dengler, Jr., 86, passed away on February 4, 2007. Born in New Castle, PA, to the late Frederick and Sara Dengler. Frederick served with the US Army in WWII and was awarded a Bronze Star. He retired from Goodyear after 30 years of service and was a lifetime member of VFW Airport Post. Frederick...
Fred Runion
Fred J. Runion Fred J. Runion, 75, passed away on February 4, 2007. Born on May 27, 1931 to the late Fred and Blanche Runion. Fred served in the Korean War with the US Army and was a life member of VFW Post 7490. He was also an avid hunter and fisherman. In addition to his parents, he was preceded...
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