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Allegro Leslie Fears
May 9, 2022
Allegro Leslie Fears March 5, 1949 - May 9, 2022 Allegro Leslie Fears passed away May 9, 2022 at 4:30 pm with his family by his side. Allegro, also known as "Legs," was born and raised in Akron, Ohio. Allegro was a hard worker and began working at the young age of 14. He started at the Brown Derby and...
Richard H. Powell
May 8, 2022
Richard Hagan (Dick) Powell, 78, passed away May 8th surrounded by his family who loved him very much. He was born March 21, 1944 in Akron, Ohio.He served in the United States Air Force from April 23, 1963 until April 5, 1967. He was stationed in Tripoli, Libya where he was a jet mechanic in the Vietnam War. He retired...
Amy Beth Bowen
May 8, 2022
Amy Beth Bowen, age 52 of Akron passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, May 8, 2022. A lifelong resident of Akron, Amy was born to James and Diane {Rose} Smoot Jr. Amy was preceded in death by her beloved nephew, Cody Bondurant. She will always be fondly remembered by her son Lucas Bowen; parents Jim and Diane; sisters Jodi Burgy and...
Donald Wayne Himmelright
May 7, 2022
Donald W. Himmelright of Seville passed away on Saturday May 7, 2022 at Cleveland Clinic-Fairview. He was born on 11/30/1946, the son of the late Donald and Evelyn {McWhorter} Himmelright. Don was preceded in death by his first wife, Janice Himmelright; brother James Himmelright and sister Judith Vail-Lombardo. Don will be missed by his wife Linda; son Daniel (Kelly) and...
Darrell R. Arbogast
May 7, 2022
Darrell R. Arbogast, "Dee", age 77 of Akron, Ohio, died on May 7, 2022 at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation. She was born on January 13, 1945 in Akron, the daughter of the late John and Beatrice (nee Brown) Murray Jr.Dee enjoyed cooking, baking and making candy for the holidays. She loved the outdoors, especially gardening and spending time with her...
Sheila F. Cumberlidge
May 6, 2022
Sheila F. Cumberlidge, 68, passed away May 6, 2022. Born in Akron, Ohio to Odgar and Evelyn Cumberlidge, she was a lifelong area resident. She retired from Ferriot Brothers with 23 years of service in the quality control department. Sheila enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by siblings, Bob,...
Norma J. Hoch
May 6, 2022
Norma J. Hoch, 85, passed away May 6, 2022 with her family by her side. Born in Parkersburg, WV to William and Ellen (McAtee) Boylen, she resided in the Akron area most of her life. Norma enjoyed watching the Hallmark Channel, baking chocolate chip cookies, shopping and spending time with her family.In addition to her parents she was preceded in...
Fay R. Keith
May 6, 2022
Fay R. Keith, long time resident of Uniontown, Ohio, passed away on May 6, 2022 at age 90.He was born on May 7, 1931 in Weston, West Virginia, the son of Victoria Christine and Floyd Ernest Keith.Fay is survived by his wife, Darlene M. Keith; and his six children, Karolyn Ann Christley (Ben), Christine "Diane" Schlapkohl (Jim), Duane Eugene Keith...
James David Dukes Sr.
May 6, 2022
James David Dukes Sr., age 75 of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, formerly of Lakemore, Ohio, died at his home on May 6, 2022.He was born on August 16, 1946 in Central City, Kentucky, the son of the late James Henry and Wilma Laverne (nee Rice) Dukes. Jim was a machinist and retired from Ken Tools after 38 years of service. He...
Vernita L. Luckett
May 5, 2022
Vernita L. Luckett 71, passed away peacefully May 5, 2022. Born in Indianapolis, Indiana to Varnandor and Hystine (Hamblin) Luckett. She had been a resident of Akron, Ohio for 42 years. She previously worked at R.C.A as well as City Cleaners. Vernita enjoyed playing softball, roller skating, playing the card game of Dad and spending time with family. In addition...
Dennis V. Steely
May 5, 2022
Dennis V. Steely, 76, of Akron, passed away peacefully into the arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ just before midnight on May 5, 2022. He was born in Akron on September 22, 1945 to the late Virgil and Viola Steely. Denny proudly served in the U.S. Air Force and was stationed in Germany. Upon his return home, Denny...
Ruth A. Hagerman
May 4, 2022
Ruth Ann Sutter Hagerman, 64, of Mogadore, OH passed away on May 4, 2022. She was born November 19, 1957 in Akron, Ohio, the daughter of the late Francis James and Jacqueline Jeannine Sutter (Rhoades). Ruth was a 1975 graduate of Mogadore High School. She worked for the Summit County Clerk of Courts before retiring. She was a caretaker, loved...
Frederick Michael Firth
May 4, 2022
Frederick Michael Firth, "Fred", age 85 of Akron, Ohio, died on May 4, 2022 at Barberton Hospital. Fred was born on March 31, 1937 in Akron, the son of the late James and Caroline (nee Seedy) Firth. Fred was a life-long employee of the Akron School System working as a custodian in many of the schools. He was an avid...
Tina F. Fry
May 3, 2022
Tina F. Fry, 70, went Home to be with the Lord on May 3, 2022. Born in Akron, Ohio to Wilbur and Marie (Sears) Immel, she was a lifelong area resident. Tina retired from Akron General Medical Center after many years of service. She was known for loving her dogs, Bootsie, Casey, Cinnamon & Roxie and she greatly enjoyed fishing,...
Cheryl Anne O'Dear
May 3, 2022
Cheryl Anne O'dear, 76, passed away May 3, 2022 after an extended illness. Born in Akron, Ohio to Cecil and Gloria (Mater) O'dear, she was a lifelong area resident. She retired from the University of Akron after working as a secretary for 25 years. Cheryl enjoyed going to the Amish Country, watching Ohio State football and basketball games, horses, specifically...
Joseph Anthony King Ii
May 3, 2022
Joseph Anthony King II, 71, of Lakemore, passed away on May 3, 2022. Joe was born in Akron on May 9, 1950 to the late Joseph and Marion King. He proudly served in the U.S. Army with the Green Beret Special Services during the Vietnam War. Joe retired from a career in construction, welding, and long distance truck driving. He...
Barbara J. Carter
May 3, 2022
Barbara J. Carter, "Barb or Ikie", age 79 of Akron, Ohio, died on May 3, 2022 at Pleasant View Health Care Center. She was born on August 3, 1942 in Sutton, West Virginia, the daughter of the late Franklin and Mary (nee Thayer) Green. Barb was a very active member of the Spiritual Temple of Praise Church in Norton. She...
William M. Pavkov
May 3, 2022
William M. Pavkov, age 88 of Cuyahoga Falls passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 3, 2022. He was born in Akron on April 13, 1934, the son of the late Luis and Anna {Marsalko} Pavkov, and was the youngest and last of 8 children.In addition to his parents, William was preceded in death by his wife Shirley M. Pavkov.William will...
Jeffery L. Hochstetler
May 3, 2022
Jeffery L. Hochstetler, "Jeff", age 64, of Akron, Ohio, died at his home on May 3, 2022. He was born in Canton, Ohio, on January 9, 1958, the son of the late Levi and Esther (nee Byler) Hochstetler.Jeff worked in construction as a stone mason and as an CNC Operator for Logan Machine, retiring in 2021. He loved spending time...
Edith Louise Dudash
May 2, 2022
Edith Louise Dudash, 88, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on May 2, 2022. She was born in Weston, West Virginia on October 30, 1933. Louise was a wonderful wife and mother and especially enjoyed being "Nana" to her grandchildren. She was a great cook and her family will miss several of her homemade dishes.Louise was preceded in death by her...
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