Obituaries

Robert W. Freyman

Robert W. Freyman

Robert W. FreymanRobert W. Freyman, 70, of Valley View Nursing Home in Akron, passed away on Sept. 30, 2005. He was born on March 23, 1935 in Akron, OH to the late Leon H. and Orpha (Robey) Freyman. He had been a member of Emmanuel Evangelical United Brethren Church, was an Eagle Scout and graduated from the University of Akron....

Maynard Lazar

Maynard Lazar

Maynard Lazar Maynard Lazar, 84, of Springfield Twp., died on October 2, 2005 at his residence. He was born March 1, 1921 in North Braddock, PA to the late Charles & Emma (Grubb) Lazar. He was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army as a Sergeant with the 309th Air Engineer Squadron, 347th Air Service Group and was a life member...

David Crist

David Crist

David CristDavid Crist, 69, passed away on October 2, 2005. Survivors include his sister Stella Reese; good friend Dwayne Hopkins; and many other friends. Special thanks to Amy and the staff of Mayflower Manor for their care and support of David. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at a later date at Mayflower Manor. Online...

Joseph Beverly

Joseph Beverly

Joseph M. Beverly "Joe"Joseph M. Beverly, 21, passed away unexpectedly on September 29, 2005. Joe was born in Akron on February 7, 1984 and lived in the area his entire life. He was employed as an electrician at H.L. Parker Electric. In his free time, Joe enjoyed football, basketball, and video games. He was loved and will be deeply missed...

Londyn Arnold

Londyn Arnold

Sweet angel Londyn Ranaye Arnold was carried to heaven on September 27, 2005. She is survived by her mother Misty Arnold; her grandparents Gena (Dewey) Hahn and Thomas (Pam) Arnold; uncle Shane Arnold; aunt Tiffany Arnold; and many loving family members and friends. Funeral service will be Monday at Noon at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 N. Canton Rd. Interment to...

Donald Carpenter

Donald Carpenter

Donald E. CarpenterDonald E. Carpenter, 87, passed away peacefully September 28, 2005 surrounded by his loving family. He served the community as a member of the Lakemore Fire Department for many years and retired in 1984 as Assistant Chief. He also served the Lakemore Community as a Councilman. He was a member ot the Lakemore United Methodist Church for several...

Jewell Thomas

Jewell Thomas

Jewell C. ThomasJewell C. Thomas, 85, of Akron, was restored to perfect health and joined her Savior and loved ones in Heaven on September 26, 2005. Jewell was born April 18, 1920 in Phil Campbell, AL to the late John and Donie Churchill. She was a good Christian woman and had a strong influence on her family. She was generous...

Rosemary Wallace

Rosemary Wallace

Rosemary L. Wallace Rosemary L. Wallace, 60, passed away on her birthday at Akron General Medical Center. She was born September 27, 1945 in Norfolk, Virginia to the late Melvin & Wilma (Austin) Mitchell and was a lifelong resident of Akron. Rosemary was a graduate of East High School and later worked in the cafeteria at Mason Elementary. She was...

Heinz Kister

Heinz Kister

Heinz KisterHeinz Kister, 83, of Akron, passed away September 28, 2005. He was born December 22, 1921 in Erfurt, Germany, to the late Wilhelm and Marie (Ritter) Kister. Heinz was preceded in death by his wife, Auguste (Hartmann) Kister; brothers, Erich; and sister, Grete. He is survived by his daughter, Maria (James) Bell of Akron; grandchildren, Carmen, Andrea, William, and...

Robert Vernon

Robert Vernon

Robert D. Vernon, 82, passed away on September 27, 2005. Robert was a WWII veteran serving with the US Army; he was a member of the First Congregational Church and the Ellet Keenagers; Robert retired from Mohawk Rubber Co. and was a lifetime member of VFW Post #8975. Preceded in death by his parents Clarence and Violet. Survivors include his...

Sonya Haire

Sonya Haire

Sonya P. Haire (Knight)Sonya P. Haire (Knight), 68, died September 21, 2005. Born in Seoul, Korea, she immigrated to the United States in 1967. Sonya had a Godly love of others and she never met a stranger. She opened her home to anyone in need and never judged people. She is preceded in death by a granddaughter, Nichole Knight. Sonya...

M. Louise Potter

M. Louise Potter

M. Louise PotterM. Louise Potter, 85, died on September 22, 2005. She was born August 14, 1919 in Akron, Ohio to the late Bernard & Della Sprague. M. Louise worked as a Beautician in the area. She is preceded in death by her husband, James L. Potter. Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Virginia & Jeff Caldwell; grandchildren, Viki Bater...

Austin Richmond

Austin Richmond

Austin Harold RichmondAustin Harold Richmond, loving husband of Shirley (Donaldson) Richmond and friend to many, 74, of Akron, OH, went to be with our Lord on September 21, 2005 at 8:55 p.m. Austin was born in Buffalo, WV. He is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Shirley (Donaldson) Richmond; brothers, Cecil (Jake) Richmond and wife, Jenny of Akron,...

Jack W. Mcintyre

Jack W. Mcintyre

Jack W. McIntyre, loving husband, father and grandfather, went Home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 20, 2005. Born in Elmira Heights, NY, in November 1915, Jack was a graduate of East High School and also had one year of college at Cornell University. He was a member of First Church of God, Tallmadge, Ohio (formerly McKinley Avenue...

Glenna Marietta Farmer

Glenna Marietta Farmer

Glenna Marietta Farmer(insert caption: "Together Again")Glenna Marietta Farmer, 82, of Akron, passed away September 19, 2005. Marietta was a longtime member of Wintergreen Ledges Church of God. She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Farmer; son, David Farmer; and daughter, Norma Gill. She is survived by her daughters, Donna (Gerry) McBurney, Sandy Schoenly, and Naomi Lynn Karell; sons,...

Michael R. Scott

Michael R. Scott

Micahel R. Scott Michael R. Scott, 22, beloved son of Jean "Randy" and Margaret Scott of Deerfield, went to be with his Lord and Savior on September 18. He was born in 1983 in Denison, Texas and raised in Akron. He graduated from Ellet High School in 2002. Michael had an unbelievable zest for life. His eyes always twinkling with...

Wayne Sayre

Wayne Sayre

Wayne E. Sayre, 68, passed away on September 15, 2005. Wayne retired from Fussy Cleaners and was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan. Preceded in death by his wife Bonnie Jean; and his son Thomas. Survivors include daughters Debbie Kunstek, Tammy (Steve) Stranger, and Julie (Keith) Fallick; sons Tony (Terrie), Tim (Patty), and Michael; sister Ginny (Don) Brookover; brother Richard (Pat);...

Laura Murphy

Laura Murphy

Laura L. Murphy "Lee", 57, passed away September 15, 2005. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will take place Friday, September 23 at 4 p.m. at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd. Friends may visit from 3 p.m. until the time of service.NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME (330) 784-3334

Kenneth Allen

Kenneth Allen

Kenneth R. Allen, 46, of Akron, went to Heaven to be in the loving arms of his father on Sept. 15, 2005. He was born in Akron, and lived most of his life in Coventry Twp. He was a graduate of Coventry High School and worked for Herman Machine. Ken enjoyed playing pool, fishing, boating and the outdoors. He also...

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