Obituaries
Gene Claborn
Feb 2, 2023
Gene Claborn, 79, passed away on February 2, 2023. Born in New Castle, Indiana, to the late Eunice (nee Sell) and Wendall Claborn, he was a lifelong resident of the greater Akron area. An incredibly hard worker, Gene spent his life laboring for those he loved. Following his graduation from Revere High School, he joined the U.S. Marines, where he...
Anne Marie Quine
Feb 2, 2023
Anne Marie Quine, 73, passed away on February 2, 2023 after a short illness. Anne was born on May 10, 1949 the daughter of the late Francis and Helen Quine. She grew up in Cuyahoga Falls and graduated from Poland High School. She worked with Summit DD for over 30 years. She was pictured on their mission statement and even...
Conner L. Murphy
Feb 1, 2023
Conner L. Murphy left our lives entirely too soon on February 1, 2023 at the age of 28. He was born in Akron, Ohio on April 20, 1994 to Brenda Murphy and Keith Murphy. Conner graduated from Ellet High School in 2013 and went on to work for Atlantic Emergency Solutions. In his free time you could find him up...
Sharon G. Hurd
Feb 1, 2023
Sharon G. "Gail" Hurd, age 75 of Akron, Ohio, died on February 1, 2023 at Hospice Care Center in Copley. She was born on October 9, 1947 in Akron, the daughter of the late Carl F. and Annie Juanita (nee McGuire) Syx. Gail graduated from Coventry High School and went on to become a homemaker, wife and a dedicated mother....
James Michael Decoulos
Jan 31, 2023
James "Jim" Michael Decoulos, 70, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on January 31, 2023. He was born on November 11, 1952 to the late Ann and John Decoulos. He will be dearly missed by his sons, John (Amanda) and Danny; and their mom, Helena; brother, Dennis; Jim was a devoted police officer for Northhampton and Cuyahoga Falls. He was sworn...
Marvin G. Wilmoth
Jan 31, 2023
Marvin G. Wilmoth, "Tim", age 76 of Tallmadge, Ohio, died on January 31, 2023 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on February 23, 1946 in Akron, the son of the late Marvin Wilmoth and Elizabeth (nee Breedlove) Leach.Tim graduated from Tallmadge High School in 1964 and attended the University of Akron. Tim was a graduate of the...
Donald James Dudones
Jan 31, 2023
Donald James Dudones, "Donny", age 53 of Akron, Ohio, died on January 31, 2023 after a brief illness.He was born on August 24, 1969 in Akron the son of Richard (Janine) Dudones Sr of Uniontown and Joyce Ellen (nee Giacobone) (Rick) Jacobs of Coventry. Donny was proud to serve his country and was honorably discharged from the US Army as...
Betty L. Bennett
Jan 30, 2023
Betty L. Bennett, 94, of Akron, passed away on January 30, 2023. She was born on January 13, 1929 to Mabel and Earl Dingey.She was preceded in death by her Husband, Calvin A. Bennett Sr. whom she married on October 11, 1948. They were together for 67 years. Betty was also preceded by her mother and father; her daughters-in-law, Sharen...
Carol Ruth Batten
Jan 30, 2023
Carol Ruth Batten, age 88, passed away Monday, January 30, 2023. She was born April 7, 1934 in Akron, Ohio to the late Marshall and Evelyn Grigg. Carol was a graduate of Tallmadge High School class of 1952. She married the love of her life, David L. Batten(deceased) and they moved to Brimfield to start a family.She was proceeded in...
Amanda Lyn Potts
Jan 29, 2023
Amanda Lyn Potts, 41, of Paden City, WV passed away on January 29, 2023. She was born in Akron, OH on April 12, 1981 to Kenneth and Helen {Hull} Oliver.She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents Clyde and Marilyn Oliver, maternal grandparents Gary and Peggy Hull. Amanda is survived by her husband, Darrin; children Zander, Brandy and Breanna...
Mary Ann Hudak
Jan 29, 2023
Mary Ann Hudak, 85, of Akron, passed away peacefully at home, with her family surrounding her on January 29, 2023. She was born on April 13, 1937 to the late George and Mary {Pavlosky} Vasilchik.In addition to her parents, Mary Ann was preceded in death by her husband John and all 5 of her siblings. Mary Ann is survived by...
Scott L. Smith
Jan 29, 2023
Scott L. Smith, 76, passed away on January 29, 2023. He was born on October 23, 1946, the son of the late Harley and Irma Smith. He was a man of faith and attended The Akron Chapel. Scott proudly served his country in the U.S. Marines during The Vietnam War. He had many achievements but was very proud to have...
Rebecca Jo Mishler
Jan 29, 2023
Rebecca Jo Mishler, of Akron, passed away peacefully at her home on her 74th birthday, January 29, 2023. She was born on January 29, 1949 to Betty {Gates} Firth and the late Frances L. Firth. Rebecca is survived by her loving husband, Wayne; children Brian Mishler; grandchildren Brayla and Naya Mishler; 1 great-grandchild; sisters Nancy and Kim; several nieces, nephews...
Thomas Daniel Holder
Jan 28, 2023
Thomas Daniel Holder, "Tom", age 78 of Akron, Ohio, died unexpectedly on January 28, 2023.He was born on March 25, 1944 in Canton, Ohio, the son of the late Louis Alexander and Mary Alice (nee Duff) Holder. Tom was an extremely hard worker, working at Hoover Company for over 35 years and retired from Good Will. He, first and foremost,...
Jean Eloise Sayre
Jan 28, 2023
Jean Eloise Sayre was born November 28, 1926 in Beckley WV to Lance Sayre and Mittie Stewart Sayre. She died Saturday, January 28, 2023. She was a resident of Rockynol, an extended care facility, since June 2020. Her parents, 3 siblings, and a nephew preceded her in death.She followed her mother, moving to Akron in 1950, working first as a...
Howard A. Pifer
Jan 27, 2023
Howard A. Pifer passed away on January 27, 2023 at the age of 79. He was born in Akron, Ohio tothe late Ira "Al" and Grace Pifer on July 13, 1943. Howard proudly served his country in the UnitedStates Army and belonged to St. Paul Lutheran Church in Alliance, Ohio. He had manyaccomplishments but his greatest was the love he...
Emmett P. Bugg Jr.
Jan 27, 2023
Emmett P. Bugg Jr. passed away on January 27, 2023 at the age of 64. He was born on February 8, 1958 in Akron, Ohio to Emmett and Vivian Bugg. Emmett was an avid Denver Broncos fan.He was preceded in death by his parents. Left to cherish his memory is his sister, Michele "Shelly" Meyer; niece, Rochelle (David) Yeater; best...
Katherine I. Dillon
Jan 27, 2023
Katherine I. Dillon, age 85 of Springfield Twp., Ohio, passed away on January 27, 2023.She was born on February 12, 1937 in Dehue, West Virginia, the daughter of the late Francis and Jean (nee Griffith) Steele. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Richard D. Steele and sister-in-law, Betty J. Steele-Roop.Katherine was a beautician at Kitty Hatfield's Beauty...
Michael Louis Kelly
Jan 27, 2023
Michael Louis Kelly, 63, of New Franklin, passed away on January 27, 2023. He was born on May 24, 1959 to Fay {Shepherd} Kelly and the late Robert J. Kelly.In addition to his father, Mike was preceded in death by his sister-in-law Carol Hemming.Michael is survived by his loving wife, Susie; son, Jonathon Carmichael; grandson Bailey Carmichael; mother Fay Kelly;...
Andrew G. Stockard Sr.
Jan 26, 2023
ANDREW GEORGE "ANDY" STOCKARD SR.January 1, 1949 - January 26, 2023Andrew received his wings to reunite with his loving parents, Ethel R. (nee Pulce) Stockard and Frank B. Stockard, older brother, Frank J. Stockard, son, Edward Morton Sr., grandchildren, Javante Stockard, Jordan Bruster.Andrew was known for his loving spirit and uplifting smile, he started bowling at a young age and...
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