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James W. Boykins Sr.
Nov 19, 2021
James W. Boykins, Sr. (aka. Bro, Jimmy), 74, peacefully passed away on November 19, 2021 in his home in Tallmadge, OH while surrounded by his children. James was born February 3, 1947 to the late Lillian Lucille Hairston and the late James Marshall and was raised by Carrie Boykins.He was preceded in death by his oldest son Michael Williams; parents;...
June A. Gurnish
Nov 19, 2021
June A. "Junie" Gurnish, age 101 of Akron passed away peacefully at home on Friday, November 19, 2021. She was born in McDonald, PA on June 1, 1920 to the late Graham and Violet {Boulding} Cooper.In addition to her parents, Junie was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph; son Joe Gurnish; siblings Diana, Graham Jr., Bill and Cecil Cooper,...
Joseph M. Szaraz
Nov 19, 2021
Joseph M. Szaraz, age 62 of Uniontown passed away on Friday, November 19, 2021. He was born in Akron on January 2, 1959 to Darlene C. (Dwight) {Thone} Morrison and Joseph H. Szaraz.Joe was preceded in death by his daughter, Leslie Marshall. Joe will be greatly missed by his parents, Darlene and Dwight Morrison; children, Joseph V. "Charlie" Szaraz, Jacob...
Donald Howe
Nov 19, 2021
Donald "Don" Howe passed away peacefully on November 19, 2021 with his family by his side. Donald was born on July 31, 1925 in Youngstown, Ohio to Julian and Martha (Law) Howe. He grew up in Youngstown and in the 6th grade, moved with his parents to a small farm in Greenford. He lived in Greenford the rest of his...
Robert William Stuber
Nov 19, 2021
Robert William Stuber, "Bob", passed away, with his family by his side, on November 19, 2021, a life-long Wildcat fan; devoted father, grandfather, coach and friend, he will be dearly missed by so many.He was born on March 22, 1954 in Akron, the son of the late Joseph Sylvester and Harriet Blanche (nee Knowlton) Stuber.Bob is survived by his loving...
Roger Lee Mitchell
Nov 19, 2021
Roger Lee Mitchell, age 68 of Tallmage, Ohio, passed away peacefully in his home, surrounded by his family on November 19, 2021.Roger was born on February 4, 1953 in Akron, Ohio to Bernard and Anna (Wilt) Mitchell. He graduated from Ellet High School in 1972. Roger then joined the Air Force and served for 5 years. After the Air Force,...
Mary V. Kazias
Nov 19, 2021
Mary V. Kazias, Born August 15, 1933 in Florina Greece, the daughter of the late Vasilios Chrisochoidis and Anna Chrisochoidou.Mary went home to be with the Lord on November 19, 2021 at the age of 88, in Akron Ohio.Mary attended school in the city of Florina in Greece. She met the love of her life and future husband, Tom S....
Edith Anne Bowman
Nov 19, 2021
Edith Anne Bowman, 89, of Akron, passed away surrounded by her family on November 19, 2021. She was born on November 1, 1932 in Akron, Ohio. Edith was a dedicated homemaker who adored her family and friends. She was preceded in death by the love of her life, David Bowman Jr. Left to cherish Edith's memory are her children, Douglas...
Lula Carol Hoff
Nov 18, 2021
Lula C. Hoff, 82 of Tallmadge, passed away on Thursday, November 18, 2021. She was born April 7, 1939 to Joseph Hoff and Mildred Hoff in Mt. Pleasant, OH. She loved attending her REM workshops, crafting, visiting and laughing with her friends. She is survived by her sister in-law, Lottie Hoff; nephews, Steven Hoff (Chantell), Michael Hoff; niece, Dawn Hoff...
Gwen M. Troyer
Nov 17, 2021
Gwendolyn M. Troyer, age 78 of Akron went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 17, 2021. She was born in Epworth, GA on October 16, 1943 to Inez {Mathis} Walden and the late Earl E. Walden, Sr.In addition to her father, Gwen was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Troyer.Gwen will be greatly missed by her...
Bruce J. Frost
Nov 17, 2021
Bruce Frost, age 77, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2021 after a long battle with COPD. He worked his entire career for Ohio Bell. Bruce was an avid Browns fan, loved looking at old cars, and was always in the garage building something.He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Billy. He is survived by his wife,...
Ronald A Brown
Nov 17, 2021
Ronald "Ron" A. Brown, age 60 of Akron, passed away on November 17, 2021.Ron was born on November 13, 1961 in Akron, Ohio to Robert and Ethel (Portis) Brown. He was a carpenter, plumber, and all around handyman. Ron enjoyed fishing. He loved spending time with his family.He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters, Wanda and Betty Brown,...
Helen M. Cogar
Nov 17, 2021
Helen M. Cogar, 81, of Akron, passed away at home surrounded by her loved ones on November 17, 2021. Helen was born in Moundsville, West Virginia on August 6, 1940. She was devoted to her family and will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.Helen was preceded in death by her father, Clyde Hartley; mother, Mary Ann...
Joan Elsie Kate Mathieson
Nov 16, 2021
Joan 'Jill' Elsie Kate Pratt Mathieson was reunited with her husband Malcolm on Tuesday November 16th, 2021. Jill was born to Gerald and Elsie Pratt on September 11th, 1930 in Australia. Jill spent most of her youth in England until she met the love of her life Malcolm Mathieson.Through both her and Malcolm's professions they were able to see much...
John L. Knotts
Nov 15, 2021
John L. Knotts, age 68 of Akron, Ohio, died on November 15, 2021 at Justin T. Rogers Hospice Care Center.He was born on November 12, 1953 in Tunnelton, West Virginia, the son of the late Charles Lesley and Ruth Elizabeth (nee Hemerick) Knotts. John was a veteran of the Army Reserves. John loved the outdoors and was an excavator and...
Edward Mathers
Nov 15, 2021
Edward "Ed" Mathers, age 85 of Uniontown, passed away on November 15, 2021.Ed was born in Akron, Ohio on October 29, 1936 to George and Doris (Anderson) Mathers. He graduated from Ellet High School in 1955. Ed married his high school sweetheart, Janice in 1955, whom he was married to until she passed away in 2015. He retired from Goodyear...
Barbara Mccord
Nov 15, 2021
Barbara "Baba" McCord, age 86 of Uniontown, Ohio, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her family on November 15, 2021.Barb was born on November 22, 1934 in Akron, Ohio to Ralph and Freda (Cunningham) Lewis. She enjoyed scrap booking, doing ancestry and heritage, and gardening. Barb was a wonderful "Baba" and loved spending time with her grandchildren. She...
Robert A. Mcmeeken
Nov 15, 2021
Robert A. McMeeken, "Bob", age 76 of Akron, Ohio, died on November 15, 2021.He was born on November 30, 1944 in Greenville, Michigan, the son of the late Ernest Alonzo and Florence (nee Peck) McMeeken.Bob was an honorably discharged US Air Force veteran serving during the Vietnam War, holding the rank of Sergeant.He was an over the road truck driver...
Michael J. Cutright
Nov 15, 2021
Michael J. Cutright, "Mikey" or "Hoss", age 39, of Akron, Ohio, died on November 15, 2021 at Akron General Hospital from health complications. He was born on September 13, 1982 in Akron, the son of Kevin (Joyce) Cutright of Akron and Margaret (nee Baker) (Ray) Wright of Madera, California. Mikey was the kind of guy that would do anything for...
James John Mastromatteo
Nov 14, 2021
James Joseph Mastromatteo, "Jim", age 60 of Tallmadge, Ohio, died on November 14, 2021 at Akron City Hospital after suffering a heart attack. He was born on May 25, 1961 in Ravenna, Ohio, the son of the late Frank and Norma (nee Presley) Mastromatteo. Jim was a member of the Akron Railroad Club and Civil War Club. Survivors include his...
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