Obituaries
Freddie Lee Foster, Jr
Jan 4, 2024
Freddie Lee Foster, Jr, 84, passed away January 4, 2024 with his family by his side. Born in Ravenna, Ohio to Fred Sr. and Myrtie (Reagan) Foster, he resided in Akron all of his life and graduated from Hower Vocational High School. Freddie retired as an Industrial Salesman from Mau-Sherwood after 47 years of service. He belonged to the Ohio...
Charles Vernon Sickels
Jan 4, 2024
Charles V. "Charlie" Sickels passed away on January 4, 2024 at the age of 85. He was born to the late John and Alta Sickels on November 1, 1938. Charlie was drafted into the United States Navy where he served from 1956-1959. He was a proud Korean War Veteran. Charlie loved Nascar racing and working on cars, especially Fords. There...
Mary Elizabeth Tuck
Jan 4, 2024
Mary Elizabeth Tuck, 77, of Akron, Ohio went to be with the Lord on January 4, 2024, after a brief illness. She was born in Cuyahoga Falls, OH, on August 13, 1946, to the late John Howard Jr. and Patricia Absalom. Mary had five children with her former husband, Charles - Gennie, Terri, Theresa (Tommy), Charlie and David (Crystal) -...
Johnny Lee Feathers
Jan 4, 2024
Johnny Lee Feathers, 52, of Akron, passed away unexpectedly on January 4, 2024. He was born on July 7, 1971 to Darlene {Howell} Feathers and the late James Feathers. In addition to his father, Johnny is preceded in death by his brothers Robert and Danny Bromelow and James Feathers II; brother-in-law Lindy Vesa; nephew Jeffrey Samuels; nieces Christine Vesa and...
Robert James Owens
Jan 4, 2024
Robert James (Bob) Owens died peacefully in his home on Thursday, January 4, 2024, at the age of 76 following a battle with cancer.He was surrounded by his wife, Priscilla, loved ones, and the support of Summa Hospice.Bob was born on November 25, 1947, to Guy and Edna Owens in Akron, Ohio. He graduated from Springfield High School, then served...
Susan Jean Hoover
Jan 3, 2024
Susan Jean Hoover, 68, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2024, just one day after her birthday. Born in Akron, Ohio to Richard and Donna Loue, she resided in the Akron area all of her life except for a period of time in Texas. She previously worked as a home health aide. Sue enjoyed working crossword puzzles, watching Everybody Loves...
James Robert Oberholtz
Jan 3, 2024
James "Jim" Oberholtz, 75 years old, passed away on January 3, 2024 after a prolonged illness. He was the son of the late Robert and Louise Oberholtz. Jim is survived by brothers, Neal Sr. (Angie) and David (Bonnie) Oberholtz; as well as many extended family members. At Jim's request, cremation has taken place. A Celebration of his Life will be...
Eugene Boland
Jan 2, 2024
Eugene "Geno" Boland, 84, of Akron, passed away on January 2, 2024. He was born in Scranton, Pennsylvania on October 31, 1939 to the late Eugene and Mary Boland.Geno retired from Hamlin Newco (formerly Hamlin Steel Products) after 42 years of service. In his free time, he loved to go fishing, visit flea markets, and feed the neighborhood feral cats....
Adrian M Diaz
Jan 2, 2024
Adrian M. Diaz, 63, of Akron, passed away on January 2, 2024. He was born on July 19, 1960 the son of the late Ismeal Diaz and Iona Baer. He was a man of faith. Adrian proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. He was a gifted artist and made beautiful drawings. He enjoyed watching movies especially thrillers. His...
Lewis Warren Montgomery
Jan 2, 2024
Lewis Warren Montgomery, 70, of Akron, Ohio,went home to his Lord and Savior on January 2, 2024. Lewis was born March 3, 1953, in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late John and Gladys Montgomery. He proudly served in the U.S. Army 70-73 (Vietnam War 70/71). Lewis ran his own construction business, L & M Siding Co. for around 40 years. He...
Barbara Jean Baker
Jan 1, 2024
Barbara J. (nee Hotelling) BakerBarb was born on February 28, 1951 and passed away with family by her side on January 1, 2024 after a brief battle with brain cancer. Barb is survived by her husband of 51 years, John L. Baker; two children, William (Jenn) Baker and Patricia Nicholson; grandchildren, Cody (Kristina) and Logan Baker and Korie Bentley; and...
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,...
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