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Jimmy Walker Gentry

Jimmy Walker Gentry

Jul 7, 2022

Jimmy Walker Gentry, our Dad, our Pappy, our Pops and Grandpa died peacefully at home on Thursday, July 7th, 2022. He was born at home on Tuesday, MAy 1st, 1934 in Clintwood, VA to George Dee Gentry and Dorothy Jane {Robinson} Gentry.He was preceded in death by the love of his life, his Babe, Doris Lee {McClung} Gentry and two...

Willard Conley

Willard Conley

Jul 7, 2022

Willard "Will" Conley passed away peacefully on July 7, 2022 after a long illness. He is now in the presence of our Lord, Jesus Christ. Will is preceded in death by his parents Haynes and Alma (Digman) Conley and five sisters Merle, Velma, Shirley, Phyllis and Janice.Will is survived by his beloved wife of 67 years, Anna (Barbuzza) Conley and...

Bernard A. White

Bernard A. White

Jul 6, 2022

Bernard Alan White, 86, he was born on September 25, 1935 and passed away on July 6, 2022. Beloved husband of Rose Marie (nee Capotosto) and devoted father of Alan, Mary Fletcher (David), Bernadette (deceased), John, Kevin (Jodi), Karen Mariola (Mario), Christina Fleming (Todd), Michael, Shannon, David, Timothy (Jennifer), and Brian. Proud Grandfather of Daniel (Kami), Peter, Luke, Nicole, Kathleen,...

Linda A. Crispin

Linda A. Crispin

Jul 6, 2022

Linda A. Crispin, 76, of Norton, passed away peacefully at home on July 6, 2022. she was born in Akron on December 12, 1945 to the late Carl and Orla Smith. Linda graduated from Copley High School where she was a cheerleader. She loved spending time with her family. She had many fond memories of visiting her sister Norma in...

Debra Mae Kolla

Debra Mae Kolla

Jul 6, 2022

Debra Mae Kolla, 68, of Akron, passed away on July 6, 2022. She was born on November 17, 1953 in Barberton, Ohio to the late Lawrence and Patricia Ochsenbein. Debbie's greatest joy was being a wife, mother and grandmother. When her daughters were young, she coached their softball teams and used her seamstress skills to create clothing for their Barbies...

James Roger Robinson

James Roger Robinson

Jul 6, 2022

James Roger Robinson went home to be with the Lord on July 6, 2022, in Copley, Ohio. Born December 23, 1935, in Greasy Creek, Kentucky, Roger, as he was known to his friends and family, moved to Akron, Ohio, after he graduated from Pikeville High School in 1953.Roger attended the University of Akron where he played baseball. He was an...

Margaret R. Elrod

Margaret R. Elrod

Jul 6, 2022

Margaret "Margie" R. Elrod, age 63, passed away peacefully, on July 6, 2022 with her beloved son by her side. She was born in Dunkirk, New York, to the late Wilbur and Mary Sheffield. She spent her childhood in New York and Bangor, Pennsylvania, where she resided for many years. She is preceded in death by her husband Barry Elrod...

Nancy Ellen Jenkins

Nancy Ellen Jenkins

Jul 5, 2022

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the sudden passing of Nancy (Rymer) Jenkins on July 5, 2022 after a short illness at the age of 62. She was born Nancy Rymer on July 23, 1959 in Akron, Ohio as the second of four children to the late David and Beverly Rymer.Nancy spent her whole and fulfilling life...

John H. Jackson

John H. Jackson

Jul 5, 2022

John H. Jackson, 40, passed away on July 5, 2022. He was born on January 14, 1982 in Pittsburg, PA. John enjoyed playing cards and dominoes with friends and family. He looked forward to watching the ScFi channel. His greatest love was for his family and enjoyed being Uncle John John.He was preceded in death by his father, John H....

Margaret Shaver

Margaret Shaver

Jul 5, 2022

Margaret Shaver, age 92 of Akron passed away on Tuesday, July 5, 2022. She was born in Louisville, Ohio on December 17, 1929 to the late Albert and Elizabeth McCormick.In addition to her parents, Margaret was preceded in death by her son David Sprankle, an infant child, and 7 siblings. Margaret will be dearly missed by her children Don (Kathy)...

Nancy J. Del Bove

Nancy J. Del Bove

Jul 4, 2022

Nancy June Bent DelBove, age 84, went home to be with Jesus on Sunday, July 3, 2022 at her home in Suffield, Ohio. Nancy was born on June 16, 1938 in her home on 8th St. in Kenmore to the late Eugene and Lillian (Champion) Bent. She attended Kenmore high school and lived in Akron most of her life. She...

Steven W. Finley

Steven W. Finley

Jul 3, 2022

Steven W. Finley, 63, passed away July 3, 2022 after an extended illness. Born in Cleveland, Ohio to Elmer and Fleur (Jones) Finley, he lived in Hiram for several years before relocating to Akron. Steve enjoyed motorcycles, hunting, tinkering in his garage, canning, cooking, being outdoors, entertaining family and friends.He will be sadly missed by his daughters, Bridget Lassiter, Amanda...

Marnie Anne Massie

Marnie Anne Massie

Jul 2, 2022

Marnie Anne Massie, age 56 of Akron passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 2, 2022. She was born in Alliance, Ohio on February 13, 1966 to Joseph (Susan) Lamielle and Carol {Sotcan} Morehead.Marnie was preceded in death by her first husband Frederick Myles McVey.She will always be loved by her husband Todd Massie; children Cedric King and Jessie McVey; step-sons...

Willa Faye Burge

Willa Faye Burge

Jul 1, 2022

Willa Faye Burge, age 83 of Tallmadge passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, July 1, 2022. She was born in Pedro, OH on December 9, 1938, the daughter of the late Albert and Anna {Bradshaw} Anderson.In addition to her parents, Willa was preceded in death by her husband Roy A. Burge in April of 2001, three sons David,...

Michael Keith Mchaddon

Michael Keith Mchaddon

Jun 29, 2022

Michael Keith McHaddon born on March 10, 1971 passed away on June 29, 2022 after an illness.Michael is a graduate of Ellet High School class of 1990. He was a truck driver for several years.He was proceeded in death by his mother, Rosemary and father, Leonard. He is survived by brother, Todd (Pam) and sister, Bobbie. He had nephews Duncan...

Walter William Bensch

Walter William Bensch

Jun 28, 2022

Walter "Bill" William Bensch Jr. born December 21, 1948 in Orlando, FL, was called Home by the Lord on June 28, 2022, Walter lived to serve his country and family. After being a Vietnam soldier, Walter returned home to Akron, OH to work hard for his family.He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Elaine Bensch; sons Walter...

Mae Marie Courie Fulks

Mae Marie Courie Fulks

Jun 27, 2022

Mae Marie Courie Fulks, age 84 of Akron, passed away peacefully and went to be home with her Lord on June 27, 2022, after losing her long battle with respiratory illness and recent diagnosis of lung cancer. Born in Pennsylvania to Sylvia & Ernest Osborne on May 4, 1938, Marie, while in grade school, moved to Akron, Ohio and lived...

Doris Jean Errington

Doris Jean Errington

Jun 27, 2022

Doris Jean Errington age 83 of Akron passed away on Monday, June 27, 2022. She was born in Copley Township on April 1, 1939, the daughter of the late Opal and Fannie {Summers} Dodd. In addition to her parents, Doris was preceded in death by her sister Bobbie Oliver. Doris will always be loved by her sons Roger (Mary), Leonard...

Tiffany Ann Likens

Tiffany Ann Likens

Jun 26, 2022

Tiffany Ann Likens, 41, passed away on June 26, 2022. She was born on April 6, 1981. She was well known for her infectious smile, her love of life, a warm heart, and love for her family and caregivers. She will be greatly missed by all that knew her.She was preceded in death by her grandmother Jill Zuiderhoek; grandfather Charles...

Wynette Ann Carmichael

Wynette Ann Carmichael

Jun 26, 2022

Wynette Ann CarmichaelSunrise: June 12, 1956 Sunset: June 26, 2022Wynette Ann Carmichael, 66, entered peacefully into the presence of the Lord on Sunday, June 26, 2022, with her daughter, Melvena, by her side.Wynette was born June 12, 1956, in Akron, Ohio, to Evelyn and James Charles "JC" Carmichael. Wynette attended Akron Public Schools and graduated from South High School in...

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