Obituaries
Daniel Lee Arney
Jan 1, 2024
Daniel Lee Arney, 63, of Green, passed away on January 1, 2024. Dan was born on November 21, 1960 in Akron, Ohio to the late Melvin and Mary Ann Arney. He graduated from Green High School in 1979 and began his career as a welder. He lived in Texas for many years before retiring to Fort Myers, Florida, while still...
Daphne Latrelle Thompson
Dec 31, 2023
Daphne Latrelle Thompson, 65, passed away December 31, 2023 with her family by her side.Family and friends are invited to visit Friday, January 12, 2024 from 12 noon to 1 p.m. at Newcomer, Akron Chapel, 131 N. Canton Rd. The memorial service will follow at 1 p.m. at the funeral home.To share a memory of Daphne or to leave a...
Larry D. Askea
Dec 31, 2023
Larry Dale Askea, 75, of Akron, OH passed away on December 31, 2023. He was born in Arab, Alabama on February 7, 1948. Larry served in the Army and was proud of his military associations.Larry leaves behind his family, including his son Russ (Ranae) Askea, daughter Jennifer Gump, and grandchildren Stephanie Askea, Alex Gump and Brooke Gump, He is also...
Paul Junior Cutting
Dec 31, 2023
Paul Junior Cutting, 85, of Akron, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his family on December 31, 2023. He was born on February 4, 1938 to the late William "Luther" and Clara {Wolf} Cutting. In addition to his parents, Paul was preceded in death by his siblings Bill (Margaret) Cutting, Virginia (Art) Ward, Jim (Lee) Cutting, Gerald (Marva)...
Anna Marie Confer
Dec 31, 2023
Softly and gently, Anna Marie Confer went home to be with her Lord on December 31. Anna's sweet, kind and loving spirit will be missed by all who knew her. During her 82 years, she blessed others with her shining light of compassion and her heart of gold. She was genuine, caring, and generous beyond measure.Anna was born in Barberton,...
James Earl Pigott, Jr.
Dec 31, 2023
James E. "Jim" Pigott, 75, passed away on December 31, 2023 after a long struggle with heart disease. He never let it keep him from doing what needed to be done. He worked around 50 years in the trucking business and was very well respected. He leaves behind his wife of 56 years, Barb; daughter, Carrie; son, Paul; two sisters,...
Albert D. Moses Jr.
Dec 30, 2023
Albert D. Moses Jr., 92, of Akron, passed away on December 30, 2023. He was born on June 15, 1931 the son of the late Albert D. and Dorothy Moses. He was a man of faith and was a member of Portage Lakes United Methodist Church. Albert retired after 40 years of dedicated service with AkroMold Co. He was well...
Shirley Jean Watkins
Dec 30, 2023
Shirley Jean Watkins, 66, passed away unexpectedly at home on December 30, 2023. Shirley was born in Akron, Ohio on August 13, 1957 to the late Emery and Bessie Schlupe, the second oldest of ten children. Shirley graduated from Stow High School, where she met the love of her life, Russell Watkins at the age of seventeen. They married on...
John Suzuki
Dec 30, 2023
John Suzuki, 76, of Akron, passed away on December 30, 2023. He was born in Yokohama, Japan on June 1, 1947 to the late Kay (Bob) Kinley. In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his son Johnny Suzuki and sister Shirley Meadows.John is survived by his loving wife, Gloria; son Anthony (Arin) Suzuki; daughters, Jenny Tittle,...
Raymond Joseph Leon
Dec 30, 2023
Raymond Joseph Leon, 70, passed away December 30, 2023 at home surrounded by his family and friends. Born in Akron, Ohio to James and Phyllis (Hughes) Leon, he was a lifelong area resident. Ray was a U. S. Army Veteran and he retired after 30 years from Akron General Medical Center, where he worked as a Registered Nurse/Respiratory Therapist. He...
Janice A. Lane
Dec 30, 2023
Janice Lane went home to be with Jesus on Saturday, December 30. She was surrounded by her family during her final days.Janice grew up in Akron, OH. Her family moved to Green Township, and she graduated from Green High School in 1964. She had been a long-time resident of Springfield Township where she and John Sr. raised their four children.Janice...
Slena Ruth Albright
Dec 30, 2023
Slena R. Albright passed away on December 30, 2023 at the age of 46. She was born on February 9, 1977 in Baltimore, MD. Slena loved her Lord and attending church. She had many nieces and nephews who were everything to her. She was a member of Victory Chapel and she was very involved with volunteering there. Slena was an...
Josephine Charlotte Kelsey
Dec 29, 2023
On Friday, December 29, 2023, Josephine (Joey) Charlotte Kelsey went home to be with her Savior the Lord Jesus Christ. She was born June 16, 1934, to Albert and Emma (Dolly) Russell in Akron, Ohio.She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Jean Harrison, Alice (Bill) Short; Brother, Glen; and Granddaughter, Gabbi Ravine.Josephine is survived by her brothers, William...
James Edward Fannin
Dec 29, 2023
James Edward Fannin, 79, passed away on December 29, 2023. He was born on August 27, 1944 to the late Fred and Josie {Cochran} Fannin. In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by his wife Shirley; their son Steve Aaron Fannin; brothers Fred, Arnold, Ray and Paul; sisters Molly, Vade, Ina, Alice and Helen. He will be...
Laoma M. Drushal
Dec 29, 2023
Laoma M. Drushal passed away on December 29, 2023 at the age of 62. She was born on August 3, 1961 in Grand Prairie, Texas to Millard Drushal and Susan Sheets. She is preceded in death by her father, Millard Drushal; mother, Susan Sheets; step-father, Albert Sheets; brothers, Millard Drushal III and Timothy Drushal; and sister, Christine Drushal.Laoma is survived...
Gary Wayne Kopcha
Dec 28, 2023
Gary Wayne Kopcha, age 72, passed away on 12/28/2023 after complications with his kidneys and heart.He was preceded in death by his parents, Nick and Loretta Kopcha.Gary is survived by his wife, Shirley; step son, Randy (Beth) Dick; grandson, Jacob Dick; granddaughter, Julia (Jordan) Harris; great grandson, Jesse; sister, Vicki (Rook) Johns; extended family, Shawna (Steve) Melton and their children,...
Loretta May Roberson
Dec 27, 2023
Loretta May Roberson, age 77, passed away on December 27, 2023, at Doylestown Healthcare Center. There are no services at this time.
Dennis Lee Mccallum
Dec 27, 2023
Dennis McCallum, 77, of Akron, passed away December 27, 2023. He was born on August 31, 1946 to the late Duncan and Arline {Wiley} McCallum. Denny was known for being hard-headed and stubborn, but those that were lucky enough will remember him for his big heart and how he would make you laugh. Denny was an avid outdoorsman that would...
George Joseph Reed, Sr.
Dec 26, 2023
George Reed Sr, 56 of Akron passed away December 26th 2023. After a beautiful Christmas celebration at home with family and friends. He was born on November 15th 1967 in North Adams Massachusetts to Anna Mae Creps and Adam Creps Sr.In addition to his parents George was preceded in death by sister Roxanne.George is survived by his son George Reed...
Sandra L. Hagey-Kuss
Dec 26, 2023
Sandra L. Hagey-Kuss, 77, of Akron, OH, passed away on December 26, 2023 at her home. She was born in Akron, OH, on November 27, 1946 to the late Marvin and Betty (Clement) Bell along with two younger brothers Larry (Sue) Bell, Gary (Linda) Bell. Sandra graduated from Lehman High School in 1964, then attended the University of Akron School...
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