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Suzanne Cable

Suzanne Cable

May 24, 2022

Suzanne Cable, "Susie" or "The Suz" was born in McKeesport, PA on April 12, 1953 and passed to eternal peace long before her time (only 69 years young) on May 24, 2022, when her courageous battle with chronic liver disease (PSC) ended. Preceded in death by her parents, Theodore G. (Ted) Sabolcik and Loretta A. Sabolcik, she is survived by...

Paula C. Rey {Meyer} (Brailer)

Paula C. Rey {Meyer} (Brailer)

May 24, 2022

Paula C. Rey {Meyer} (Brailer) August 3, 1944 - May 24, 2022Paula passed away peacefully on May 24th with her family by her side.She is survived by her husband and best friend of 38 years Robert "Bob" Rey, children Theresa DeShane (David), Larry Brailer (Sherri), step-children Cheryl Martin (Billy), John Rey (Allyson), Michele Edsall (Todd), Shannon Rey and Danny Rey....

James A. Reese

James A. Reese

May 24, 2022

James A. Reese, "Jim", age 65 of Akron, Ohio, died on May 24, 2022. He was born on February 14, 1957 in Akron, the son of the late Robert and Clara (nee Poole) Reese Sr.Jim liked to fish and listen to music, and he was a HAMM Operator. Survivors include his loving sister, Cheryl (John) Stegall of Akron; and many...

Cherley J Copenhaver

Cherley J Copenhaver

May 23, 2022

Cherley J. Copenhaver, 86, passed away on May 23, 2022. She was born on February 1, 1936 the daughter of the late George and Edith Moritz. Cherley was a woman of faith and was a member of new Beginning Fellowship Church. She enjoyed playing bingo and reading. Cherley was very good at crafts making beautiful afghans. Cherley had a sense...

Charles William Wallace

Charles William Wallace

May 23, 2022

Charles W. Wallace, 88 passed away on May 23, 2022 working outside in the yard, doing what he enjoyed. Charles was preceded in death by parents, James Sr. & Lillian Wallace, brother James Jr., sisters Annabelle Orr, Grace Timmerman, Lillian Woody and Betty Nisley.Charles is survived by wife of 68 years, Gloria {Sholley}; daughters Suzanne (Ralph) Lynch, Charlene Conley and...

Kenneth A. Roberts Jr.

Kenneth A. Roberts Jr.

May 22, 2022

Kenneth A. Roberts "Bud", 83, passed away peacefully in his sleep Monday May 23, 2022. Bud was born in Chicago and grew up in Cleveland. He spent most of his adult life in Akron. Many will remember him from East peewee football and Goodyear Heights baseball. Bud retired from Teamsters and later in life moved to Florida with his special...

Jennifer P. Prack

Jennifer P. Prack

May 22, 2022

Jennifer P. Prack, 63, passed away peacefully at home on May 22, 2022. Born in Baltimore, Maryland to Ronald and Lynn (Orschiedt) Babkoff, she lived in Hudson and Akron her entire adult life. Jen enjoyed bike riding, cooking, visiting the beach with her girlfriends, watching crime shows, Pepsi and most of all she loved people.She will be sadly missed by...

Lenore B. Davis

Lenore B. Davis

May 22, 2022

Lenore B. Davis, "Nore", age 71 of Tallmadge, Ohio, died on May 22, 2022 at her home. She was born on March 29, 1951 in Cleveland, Ohio, the daughter of the late Donald C. and Peggy L. (nee Bagnell) Hambleton. Nore was very dedicated to her family and called her grandchildren, "my kids". She loved the outdoors and anything to...

Rachel Marie Sampson (Jones)

Rachel Marie Sampson (Jones)

May 21, 2022

Rachel Marie Sampson (Jones), 32, of Akron, passed away on May 21, 2022. Rachel was born in Akron on June 25, 1989. She loved her job with A Caring Touch Providers and the many friends she made there. Rachel will always be remembered for her bold spirit and her quick wit. She was not afraid to say what she thought...

John F. Hallinan

John F. Hallinan

May 21, 2022

John F. Hallinan, 85, passed away on May 21, 2022. He was born on September 27, 1936 the son of the late Francis and Isabelle Hallinan. John proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He enjoyed spending time with friends at the VFW and Moose Club. He retired from the Tallmadge School system after many...

Larry Townsend

Larry Townsend

May 21, 2022

Larry Townsend, 70, passed away on May 21, 2022 from Alzheimer's dementia. He was born in Wadsworth, grew up in Doylestown and attended Doylestown High School. He graduated from the University of Akron with a degree in Alcohol and Drug counseling. He had 36 years sobriety and dedicated over 35 years to the alcohol and drug field in Summit, Stark,...

Loma Kay Macafee

Loma Kay Macafee

May 20, 2022

Loma Kay (née Powell) MacAfee, 79, passed away peacefully and gracefully on May 20, 2022 in Hampstead, NC under the loving care of her daughter, Linda and son, Shane. Named Loma after her paternal grandmother, but known by her middle name, Kay shaped her life around two credos: love and faith. She made love and faith in God a priority....

Jan Cook Lee

Jan Cook Lee

May 20, 2022

Jan Cook Lee, 71, passed away May 20, 2022 with her family by her side. Born in Akron, Ohio, she was a lifelong area resident. Jan was passionate about singing in the choir at Advent Lutheran Church as well as the Akron Symphony Chorus. She also performed with other local choirs and ensembles. She had an infectious laugh that made...

Wayne F. Westfall

Wayne F. Westfall

May 19, 2022

Wayne F. Westfall, 66, of Akron went to the big fishing tournament in the sky on May 19, 2022. He was born on November 14, 1955 in Barberton, Ohio to the late Franklin Westfall and Doris Mills. After 30 years working as an auto mechanic, Wayne retired and spent the last four years working for Auto Zone as a parts...

Dianne F. Cregan

Dianne F. Cregan

May 18, 2022

Dianne F. Cregan, 78, passed away peacefully at Arbors of Stow on May 18, 2022. Born in Akron, Ohio to Harold and Bernice (Hull) Cregan, she was a lifelong area resident. Dianne worked at multiple places, most notably Brown & Graves Lumber Co. She greatly enjoyed golf, bowling and spending time with her family.In addition to her parents she was...

Cherie Ann Delgado

Cherie Ann Delgado

May 18, 2022

Cherie Ann Delgado, age 85 of Akron passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 18, 2022. A lifelong resident of the Akron area, Cherie was born on July 4, 1936 to the late Barnie and Dorothy {Hatfield} Butcher.Cherie will always be loved and forever missed by her sons Gary (Dorothy), Bryan and Perry Delgado; beloved grandson Justin; grand-kitty Pancake. Cherie was...

Richard Russell Fike Sr.

Richard Russell Fike Sr.

May 18, 2022

Richard Russell Fike Sr., 76, of Akron, passed away on May 18, 2022. Rick was born in Akron on April 9, 1946 to the late Russell and Ua Fike. He will always be remembered for his great sense of humor. He loved telling jokes and making others smile. Rick was a true outdoorsman and was happiest when fishing and hunting....

Harry Lee Whitcraft

Harry Lee Whitcraft

May 18, 2022

Harry Lee Whitcraft, age 85 of Akron, Ohio, died on May 18, 2022 at his home after a long illness. He was born on October 2, 1936 in Akron, the son of the late Clifford and Anna (nee Richmond) Whitcraft. Harry was an honorably discharged US Marine veteran. He was vice-president of the Teamsters Local #24 for four years. Harry...

David Michael Rick

David Michael Rick

May 17, 2022

David Michael Rick, "Dave", age 67 of Akron, Ohio, died on May 17, 2022. He was born on November 28, 1954 in Portsmouth, Virginia, the son of Carol (nee Cultrona) Rick, with whom he lived and the late Francis Rick. His dad, Francis, was in the US Navy in Virginia for four years. They later moved back to Akron where...

Teri M. Lee-Brigger

Teri M. Lee-Brigger

May 17, 2022

Teri Michelle Lee allowed herself to join the Angels of Heaven, on the evening of May 17, embraced by her family and her Partner, Robert "Todd" Forrest. She had remained strong for us for an entire year, as we battled the wake of her brain injury.Teri was born in the summer of 1960 to Robert and Sandra Lee, and was...

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