Obituaries
William Blane Jones
Mar 12, 2022
William B JonesI was born on February 25, 1939 (Albina my wife was born the day after, Feb 26) and raised in Akron, Ohio and passed away on March 12, 2022 with my sons, Michael, Mark and Matthew with me.I was preceded in death by my parents, Hershel and Edith Jones. They were very loving and it's great to be...
Rosemary Malloy
Mar 12, 2022
A Tribute to My MomRosemary Malloy died on March 12th, 2022. She is survived by her daughter Joylin Malloy. Rosemary was an amazing person, mother and friend. She led an amazing life. Always there to lend a hand to anyone who needed it. Always willing to give advice if asked. She was the rock in many people's lives, and she...
Cindy Louise Colbert
Mar 12, 2022
Cindy Louise (nee Edwards) Colbert, 68, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on March 12, 2022. She was born in Akron on August 15, 1953 to the late Jerry and Sylvia Edwards. Cindy worked for the Retina Group of Northeast Ohio for close to twenty years, where she made many lifelong friends. In her free time, Cindy loved fishing, sewing, cross...
Robert Arthur Moede
Mar 11, 2022
Robert Arthur Moede, "Bobby", age 72, of Akron, Ohio, died on March 11, 2022. He was born on January 17, 1950 in Akron, the son of the late Arthur and Rachel (nee Robinson) Moede. Bobby loved to play word search puzzles, fishing when he was able and most importantly, reading the Bible. Survivors include his companion, Karen Reiser; his sister,...
Michele M. Gill
Mar 11, 2022
Michele M Gill, 44, passed away on March 11, 2022. She was born on June 5, 1977 the daughter of William and Karen Knight. Michele graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School with the class of 1996. She was employed with Summit Racing for 8 years. Michele loved the outdoors, especially camping and hiking with family. She also enjoyed vacationing by...
Peter David Kovac
Mar 10, 2022
Peter David Kovac Sr., 79, of Tallmadge, passed away on March 10, 2022. Pete was born in Akron on April 20, 1942 and graduated from James Ford Rhodes High School in Cleveland. Following graduation, Pete joined the U.S. Army and was stationed in Germany as an MP. He was honorably discharged after six years of service and returned to Northeast...
David Charles Swanson
Mar 10, 2022
David C. Swanson, 68, of Kent passed away peacefully on March 10, 2022. Dave worked for Saint Gobain for 40 years before retiring in 2020. He absolutely loved his job and was skilled in all positions. He was a caring man with a big heart. He was a loyal friend to everyone who knew him and wouldn't miss an opportunity...
Michael A. Barbone
Mar 9, 2022
Michael A. Barbone, 91, of Akron, passed away at home on March 9, 2022. He was born February 1, 1931 in Akron, Ohio to the late Saverio "Sam" and Maria Barbone. He graduated from North High School in 1950. He married the love of his life, Lois, on September 6, 1952, and the two of them spent 69 years together...
Kathy Marie Joseph
Mar 9, 2022
Kathy Marie Joseph, 55, of Akron, passed away on March 9, 2022. She was born in Akron on August 23, 1966 to the late Earl and Frances Martin. Kathy graduated from Ellet High School and attended Brown Mackie College. Kathy was a member of the sorority Beta Sigma Phi along with her mother. Kathy loved her family, especially her three...
Ina Claire Blatt
Mar 9, 2022
Ina Claire Blatt, age 78 of North Canton, Ohio, passed away on March 9, 2022 after a short battle with cancer. She was born on May 22, 1943 in Creston, West Virginia, the daughter of the late Ralph and Etta May (nee Boise) Connolly.Ina was a homemaker and spent most of her life in Suffield, Ohio. In her spare time...
Richard L. Yoder
Mar 8, 2022
Richard L. Yoder, 68, passed away on March 8, 2022. He was born on June 9, 1953 the son of the late Henry and Anna Mae Yoder. He and his wife owned and operated for 22 years, Yoder Small Engine Service. Richard was a proud member of the Eagles #2736, Turkeyfoot Sportsman Club, and Canton/McKinley Rifle and Pistol Club. He...
Mary Arlene Hastings
Mar 8, 2022
Mary Arlene Hastings, age 78 of Copley, died on March 8, 2022. She was born on January 11, 1944 in Odd, West Virginia, the daughter of the late William Burton and Venna (nee Hawley) Garretson. Family and friends may visit at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 North Canton Road, Akron, Ohio on Sunday, March 13, 2022 from 5:00 - 7:00 PM.
Andrew Michael Hoffman
Mar 7, 2022
Andrew Michael Hoffman, age 33 of Stow, Ohio, formerly of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away unexpectedly on March 7, 2022. He was born on January 15, 1989 in Akron, the son of Thomas and Sharon L. (nee Greenaway) Hoffman. In addition to his parents, survivors include his children, AJ Michael, Sophia and Arya Hoffman; his companion, Jill Limric; and Jill's daughter,...
Kenneth E. Maher
Mar 7, 2022
Kenneth Eugene Maher, "Ken" 90 passed away on March 7, 2022.He was born July 7, 1931 in Akron, to the late John and Marie nee Cook Maher. Proceeded in death by his siblings: sister Mary Eileen; brother Ed (Sonny); and sister Kate. Ken graduated from Hower High School and later attended the University of Akron.Ken was a proud Veteran of...
Susan M. Loraditch
Mar 7, 2022
Susan M. Loraditch, 64, of Akron, passed away on March 7, 2022. She was born on December 4, 1957 the daughter of the late Paul and Martha Buzek. She graduated from Garfield High School with the class of 1976. She worked for many years at the Hilton Quaker Square, where she met her best friend and loving husband Tom. She...
Brooks David Weaver
Mar 7, 2022
Brooks "Red" Weaver was born in Lost Creek, WV on January 26, 1944. He passed away, after a short illness, at Akron General Medical Center on March 7, 2022. Brooks leaves behind the love of his life, Judy. They started out as partiers who fought like teenagers to partners sitting beside each other for hours, just enjoying each other's company...
Irene Lucille Erickson
Mar 7, 2022
Irene L. Erickson went home to Heaven on Monday, March 7, 2022. She was born in Akron on March 19, 1935. She was preceded in death by her husband Richard Erickson Sr., her son John Cunningham and daughters Robin Laughlin and Jeanine Rodgers.She is survived by daughter Nina (Dale) Eiseman, son Brian (Kim) Erickson, son Richard (Sherry) Erickson Jr. and...
Roy W. Mitchell Jr.
Mar 6, 2022
Roy W. Mitchell Jr., 67, passed away on March 6, 2022. He was born on June 25, 1954 the son of the late Roy Mitchell Sr and Wilma Mitchell. Roy graduated in 1972 from Manchester High School. He began his career in the family business, Mitchell Communications, as a Communications Engineer. Roy was a man of faith, enjoyed fishing and...
Anna Marie Callas
Mar 6, 2022
Anna Marie Callas, 80, of Akron, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2022. She was born in Akron on December 11, 1941 to the late George and Christine Pavick. Anna enjoyed playing computer games and playing with her dog, Misty. Above all, she loved her family and will be truly missed by all who knew her.In addition to her parents,...
Stanley E. Andrus
Mar 6, 2022
Stanley E. Andrus, age 84 of Canal Fulton, joined his wife of 64 years, Sandra {Whitmyer} Andrus, age 83, in Heaven on Sunday, March 6, 2022, just two months after her passing on January 3, 2022.Stanley retired from Goodyear after 35 years of service. He was a talented bowler, and for a time was part of several leagues. Stanley loved...
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