Obituaries
David Templeton
Nov 26, 2022
David Darnell Templeton went Home to the Lord on November 26, 2022, at age 55, with family at his side. David was born to Willie Templeton, Sr. and Martha (Isaiah) Adams on May 10, 1967, in Akron, Ohio. David graduated from Firestone High School in 1985. He was a member of Grace Cathedral, where he enjoyed singing in the Choir...
Evelyn Rose Bartell
Nov 26, 2022
Evelyn Rose Bartell, 71, of Akron, passed away peacefully on November 26, 2022 at home. She was born on December 16, 1950 to the late Paul (Edith) Bartell and Dorothy {May} Olson. In addition to her parents, Evelyn was preceded in death by her brothers Paul Richard Bartell Jr. and Roy Phillips, aunt Evelyn Gifford, grandson Deontye T. Lott Jr.,...
Dianne Kaye Linder
Nov 26, 2022
Dianne Kaye Linder, age 77 of Akron, Ohio, died on November 26, 2022 at Pebble Creek Care Center. She was born on May 15, 1945 in Salem, Ohio, the daughter of the late Michael and Regina (nee Adams) Linder. Psalm 23The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing.He makes me lie down in green pastures,He leads me beside quiet waters,...
Shirley A. Putt
Nov 26, 2022
Shirley Ann Putt (nee Rinsch), 85, went home to the Lord November 26, 2022. Shirley passed to heaven peacefully at Danbury Senior Center, Tallmadge, Ohio after a long illness. Born in Freelandville, Indiana December 24, 1936, Shirley graduated from Freelandville High School in 1954. She then moved to Indianapolis where she worked at the former American Fletcher National Bank. Shirley...
Christy Rachelle Lipscomb
Nov 25, 2022
Christy Rachelle Lipscomb, age 39, beloved daughter, sister, aunt and granddaughter passed away while waiting for an organ transplant on November 25, 2022 in Pensacola, Florida while surrounded by her family. Christy was born on June 2, 1983 in Akron, OhioChristy leaves behind her loving parents Mark & Dawn (Lowe) Lipscomb; sister, Kaitlin (Michael) Miller; brother, Parker (Lauren) Lipscomb; grandfather,...
Martha Ann Shackelford
Nov 25, 2022
Martha Ann (nee Duncan) Shackelford, 87, born January 16, 1935, passed on to her reward on November 25, 2022. She was a faithful follower of Christ her entire life, and a member of the Southeast Church of Christ in Mogadore. Martha and the love of her life, Aubrey, were married for 52 years, they moved to Ohio in 1953 from...
Joseph Anthony Rodgers Iv
Nov 25, 2022
Joseph Anthony Rodgers IV, 54, of Wadsworth, passed away on November 25, 2022. He was born on September 2, 1968 to Joseph A. (Kay) Rodgers III and Sherry {Cleary} Johnson. On November 23, 1996, he married the love of his life and best friend, Kami Rodgers. Joseph is survived by his loving wife, Kami; daughters, Hannah Rodgers Haley (Josh) Genevish...
Frank Baranchik
Nov 25, 2022
Frank Baranchik, age 89 of Akron passed away peacefully on Friday, November 25, 2022 at Bath Manor. Anyone with contact information for Mr. Baranchik's legal next of kin, likely nieces or nephews, please call Newcomer Funeral Home at 330-784-3334.
Richard J. Petrella
Nov 24, 2022
Richard J. Petrella, 61, went Home to be with the Lord and his wife on November 24, 2022. Born in Cleveland, Ohio to Dick and Trixie (Powell) Petrella, he resided in the Knox County, Ohio area most of his adult life. Rick enjoyed having a good time with friends as well as helping the less fortunate. He also loved to...
Kevin Lydell Williamson
Nov 23, 2022
Kevin Lydell Williamson, 38, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on November 23, 2022. Kevin, known as "Bucky" to family and friends, was born on February 24, 1984 in Akron. He graduated from Buchtel High School in 2002. Bucky loved to laugh and spend time with family and friends. His favorite times were spent fishing at local...
Richard Brown
Nov 23, 2022
Richard Brown, 73, passed away November 23, 2022 with his family by his side. Born in Maple Heights, Ohio to Ralph and Florence (Petronella) Brown, he resided in the Akron/Cuyahoga Falls area all of his adult life. Rich worked in construction for a majority of his life and was a very hard worker. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating, camping, playing...
Brian J. Meloy
Nov 22, 2022
Brian J. Meloy, 55, passed away November 22, 2022. A Mother's heart was broken on that evening, when her eldest son went Home to be with our Lord. Brian was born on Saturday, August 1, 1967. He was an avid Cleveland Browns fan, a great animal lover and he enjoyed spending time with his family.Brian was preceded in death by...
Kathlene Belle Kennedy
Nov 21, 2022
Kathlene Belle Kennedy, 78, of Akron, passed away on November 21, 2022. She was born in Monongalia County, West Virginia on July 17, 1944 to the late Osie Allen and Beatrice Eva Bosley. Kathlene was known to her family as "Cookie". Kathlene married Jack Kennedy on March 2, 1962. They soon moved to Akron and began their family, which eventually...
Frank A. Zimmer
Nov 21, 2022
Frank A. Zimmer, 70, passed away on November 21, 2022. He was born on July 25, 1952 of Akron, Ohio. Frank retired after 12 years of dedicated service from Hunter Allen Construction. He enjoyed the outdoors especially camping with family and friends. He and Peggy would travel around the country on their Harley Davidson Motorcycle. Frank had many accomplishments but...
Dorella M. Stiffler
Nov 21, 2022
Dorella M. Stiffler, 88, passed away on November 21, 2022. She was born on July 18, 1934 the daughter of the late Rall and Doris Rountree. Dorella enjoyed working on crossword puzzles and was an avid reader. She had a "Green Thumb" for growing beautiful flowers in her garden and in her home. She was preceded in death by her...
Franklin E. Green
Nov 21, 2022
Franklin E. Green, 78, passed away on November 21, 2022. He was born on May 15, 1944 the son of the late Charles and Mary Green. He enjoyed being outside and enjoying nature. He had many accomplishments but his greatest was his love for his family.He was preceded in death by his parents; many siblings; and grandson Sheldon Boggs.Franklin is...
Mary Ann Perrine
Nov 20, 2022
Mary Ann Perrine (nee Hoy), age 75, of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, died at her home on November 20, 2022. She was born on August 18, 1947 in Norfolk, Virginia, to the late William Thomas and Martha Mae (nee Morgan) Hoy Sr. Survivors include her loving husband, Richard O. Perrine, whom she married on August 10, 1981; her children, William Leon...
Ronald Hickman
Nov 20, 2022
Ronald "Butch" Hickman, died November 20, 2022 at the age of 79. He was preceded in death by his parents Howard and Mary Hickman and five siblings, Jerry and Robert Hickman, Evelyn Blosser, Mary Kay Sharp, and Millie English. Butch is survived by two children, Ron (Michelle) Hickman and Gina (Mark) Llewellyn and two grandchildren, Logan Hickman and Kaitlyn Llewellyn....
Dorothy Catherine Rutter
Nov 19, 2022
Dorothy Catherine Rutter, 94, of Akron passed away on November 19, 2022. She was born on December 9, 1927 to the late Howard and Zula {Stanton} Resh. Dorothy is survived by her loving daughter, Tami (Wayne) Vaudrin; son Wayne (Linda Horne) Rutter; grandson Nicholas Vaudrin. Per Dorothy's wishes, cremation has taken place, and there will be no formal services. To...
Vincent Carson
Nov 19, 2022
Vincent Carson, "Vince or Vinnie", age 63 of Norton, Ohio, died on November 19, 2022.He was born on September 26, 1959 in Akron, the son of the late Robert and Shirley (nee Gurchie) Carson. Vince was a 1978 graduate of East High School and worked for several area car dealerships, just to name a few, West Chevrolet, Dave Towell Cadillac...
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