Obituaries
Billy R. Porter
Aug 7, 2022
"Together Again"Billy R. Porter, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2022 surrounded by his family. He lived most of his life in Akron. He was preceded in death by his wife, Catherine Porter.He is survived by his sons, Robert (Terra), Michael (Tracy), grandsons, Tyler, Chris, and Oliver Porter. He also leaves his special friend Nancy Rowles. Cremation has taken place...
Mary Lou Hutchison
Aug 7, 2022
Mary Lou Hutchison, 92, passed away on August 7, 2022. She was born in Akron, Ohio on June 24, 1930. Mary Lou retired after 30 years of dedicated service with General Tire. She was a talented seamstress who also made beautiful needle point pieces. She enjoyed golfing and bowling in leagues and with her family. Mary Lou was an avid...
Wayne S. Hayes
Aug 6, 2022
Wayne S. Hayes "Twig", 77, has gone home to our Lord and loved ones. He served with the U.S. Marines for 6 years and with the U.S. Air Force Reserves for 21 years. Wayne retired from USF Holland Trucking Company in 2007. He enjoyed auto racing and drove many laps with the winners checkered flag. His 1957 Chevy is being...
Leola Irvin
Aug 6, 2022
Leola Irvin, age 97, beloved mother, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother, took her heavenly rest, surrounded by her loving family, on August 6, 2022 after a short illness. She was born on July 27, 1925 in Burnt Corn, Alabama, to the union of the late James and Lorena Marshall.Leola was employed for 22 years as a housekeeper. She was also an excellent...
Gina Calcei
Aug 5, 2022
Gina Calcei, 58, passed away August 5, 2022 after a brief illness. Born in Akron, Ohio to Pellegrino and Marie (Schumann) Calcei, she was a lifelong Akron area resident. She worked as an accountant at Carter Lumber. Gina enjoyed reading, playing numbers games, her cats Gigi and Halo as well as spending time with her family.Preceded in death by her...
Helen R. Trennell
Aug 5, 2022
Helen R. Trennell, 58, beloved mother, daughter, sister and friend, went home to be with the Lord on August 5th, 2022. Born in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, she resided in the Akron area most of her life, where she worked as an office administrator in various industries. A former league bowler, Longaberger basket connoisseur, amateur home decorator, and "pro" Amazon shopper,...
James Leonard Lapinski
Aug 5, 2022
James "Lip" Leonard Lapinski, 71, passed away August 5, 2022. He was born August 18, 1950 to Vita Rose{Blasio} and Felix Lapinski. He was preceded in death by his parents, Felix and Rose Lapinski; infant brother, Leonard; brother-in-law, David Fuller; and special friend Barney Ellis. He leaves behind brother, Joe (Marge) Lapinski; sister, Mary Ann Fuller (Paul Kodish); nephews, Joe...
James G. Ferguson Iii
Aug 5, 2022
James "Jim" G. Ferguson III, 59, passed away on August 5, 2022 from a long 4 year battle of cancer. He was born on February 13, 1963 to Alice M. {Morris} and James G. Ferguson Jr. of Canton, Ohio. He worked 9 years for Harwick Chemical and then Chemionics for 23 years, as their operations manager. Jim was the man...
Merle Jay Wodicka
Aug 5, 2022
Merle Jay Wodicka, 49, of Akron, passed away at home surrounded by his loved ones on August 5, 2022. He was born in Akron on June 27, 1973 to Rocky and Mary Wodicka. Merle owned his own tree service company. He was excellent at his job and loved his work. In his free time, Merle enjoyed riding his Harley and...
Virginia Lee Sappington
Aug 4, 2022
Virginia "Ginny" Lee {Ramsburg} Sappington, of Akron, lost her struggle with heart disease and kidney disease on August 4, 2022, after extended stay in Akron General Hospital. She was born on December 16, 1962 in Frederick, MD to Clara {Tobery} Goff and the late Richard "Buck" L. Ramsburg Sr.In addition to her father, Ginny is preceded in death by former...
Dennis Walker Pirt Sr.
Aug 4, 2022
Dennis Walker Pirt Sr. died unexpectedly at Akron General Hospital following complications from heart surgery on August 4th, 2022 at the age of 74. Dennis was born on September 28, 1947 in Vestaburg, PA to Rosella and John Pirt.Dennis is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Linda {Pack} Pirt; children Dennis Pirt Jr., Christi (Scott) Emmert, Lori (Kevin)...
Dorothy Eloise Toth
Aug 4, 2022
Dorothy Eloise Toth, "Dottie", age 93, went home to the Lord on August 4th, 2022. She was born in Minnora, West Virginia on February 6, 1929, but lived most of her life in Akron. She was born to the late Harley and Thelma (nee Westfall) Knotts. As a humble and loving woman, she made a positive impact on everyone whose...
Larry J. Williams
Aug 3, 2022
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Larry "Bo" Williams at the age of 50. Bo passed unexpectedly on August 3rd, 2022, while on vacation with his family in the Dominican Republic. He was a son, brother, husband, father, and great friend to all who knew him. Born on January 6th , 1972, he was raised...
Patricia Ann Lockhart
Aug 3, 2022
Patricia Ann Lockhart, 74, passed away peacefully August 3, 2022 with her family by her side after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Akron, Ohio to John and Marjorie (Long) Morrison, she was a lifelong area resident. Patty most enjoyed her family and caring for her loved ones. They were her world and her life's work. Spending time with...
Clayton Schley
Aug 2, 2022
Clayton B. SchleyIt is with deep sadness that the family of Clayton B Schley announces his unexpected passing on August 2, 2022. The most important thing to Clayton was spending time with family, friends and his pets. He loved playing golf, Cornhole and working on special projects to help other people. He took great pride in his work as an...
David Sylvester Shaner
Aug 2, 2022
David Sylvester Shaner, "Dave", age 87 of Uniontown, Ohio, died on August 2, 2022. He was born on April 23, 1935 in Leechburg, PA, the son of the late Glenn and Eleanor (nee Miller) Shaner. Dave was an honorably discharged US Army National Guardsman, he served in the reserves. Dave loved the outdoors, going fishing, hunting and spotting animals. He...
Scott Charles Burkley
Aug 2, 2022
Scott C. "Scooter Ford" Burkley, age 51 of Randolph passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 2, 2022. He was born in Akron on December 8, 1970, a son of Kathleen {Furry} Burkley and Charles E. Burkley.He was a long-time resident of Randolph who was known for his rough exterior, but also his giant heart. He loved his family, friends, and...
Timothy Lee Infante
Aug 2, 2022
Timothy Lee Infante, "Tim", age 45 of North Canton, Ohio, died on August 2, 2022 at his home. He was born on March 2, 1977 in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, the son of the late Arthur Lee and Barbara (nee Persing) Infante.Tim loved to golf, fish and be in the outdoors. Survivors include his loving wife, the former Angelina Lehman, whom...
Helen Jean Anderson
Aug 1, 2022
Helen Jean Anderson, age 90 of Akron passed away peacefully in the early morning of Monday, August 1, 2022. She was born in Nashville, TN on July 6, 1932 to the late John H. and Elizabeth {Cook} Snell.In addition to her parents, Helen was preceded in death by her husband Kenneth, and their children Nancy Anderson, John Anderson and Tim...
Adam D. King
Jul 31, 2022
Adam D. King, age 86 of Tallmadge, Ohio, died on July 31, 2022.He was born on January 24, 1936 in Marietta, Ohio, the son of the late John and Ella (nee Sombaty) King. Adam was an honorably discharged US Army veteran, serving during the Vietnam War. Adam was a lifetime employee at Wilkinson Chutes Company. He enjoyed bowling for many...
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