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Merlin Harold Bertschi

Merlin Harold Bertschi

Sep 12, 2021

Merlin Harold Bertschi, age 77 of Akron passed away unexpectedly on September 12, 2021. A lifelong resident of Akron, Merlin was born to the late Donald and Evelyn {Bascom} Bertschi. In addition to his parents, Merlin was preceded in death by his daughter, Mary Elizabeth and son, Charles Eugene Bertschi. Merlin's memory will live on in his beloved wife, Eileen...

Emmilie K. Radcliff

Emmilie K. Radcliff

Sep 12, 2021

Emmilie K. Radcliff, 80, passed away September 12, 2021 at home with her family by her side. Born in Galion County, Ohio to James and Margaret (Reese) Dodrill, she resided in the Akron area since age 5. Emmilie went to Ireland with her sister and she enjoyed watching the Indians as well as her daily game shows. She had a...

Harry A. Treat

Harry A. Treat

Sep 12, 2021

Harry A. Treat, age 97 of Tallmadge passed away peacefully at his home with his family by his side on Sunday, September 12, 2021. He was born in Philadelphia, PA on June 2, 1924, the son of the late Ira and Florence {Andre} Treat. In addition to his parents, Harry was preceded in death by his daughter Noreen Treat; brother-in-law...

Jennie Marie Cilitti Claar

Jennie Marie Cilitti Claar

Sep 11, 2021

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Jennie Marie Claar on Saturday, September 11, 2021 at the age of 61.Jennie was born on August 29, 1960 in Akron, Ohio to Vito and Betty Cilitti; she was the eldest of four children. Jennie was a caring mother, grandmother, sister and aunt. She loved spending time with her family, playing card...

Glenn Troy Ware

Glenn Troy Ware

Sep 11, 2021

Glenn Troy Ware, age 80 of Akron, Ohio, died on September 11, 2021.He was born in Blue Ridge, Georgia, on July 4, 1941, the son of the late Clyde and Ida Mae (nee Gray) Ware. Glenn was an honorably discharged US Army veteran, serving during the Vietnam War. He was retired from RCA Rubber as a sander. Glenn enjoyed eating...

Vodden E. Fortney

Vodden E. Fortney

Sep 10, 2021

Vodden E. Fortney, age 74 of Seville Ohio, passed away on September 10, 2021. He was born on December 3, 1946 in Toledo, Ohio to Robert and Clarissa (Munn) Fortney. He is survived by and will be dearly missed by his wife of 17 years, Sally (Slenker). Vodden is survived by his daughters, Nicole (Matt) Schutt of Perrysburg, Ohio and...

Shelley R. Walkley

Shelley R. Walkley

Sep 9, 2021

Shelley R. Walkley, age 56 of Akron, passed away on September 9, 2021.Shelley was born on November 18, 1964 in Akron to Richard and Barbara (Lowe) Wise. She loved camping and spending time outdoors. She enjoyed listening to music and shopping. Shelley spent a lot of time cooking and baking, and always tried to feed everyone. Above all, she loved...

Judy Lou Winemiller

Judy Lou Winemiller

Sep 9, 2021

Judy L. Winemiller, age 83 of Mogadore passed away on Thursday, September 9, 2021. She was born in Akron on March 23, 1938, the daughter of the late Carl and Mae Raymond.In addition to her parents, Judy was preceded in death by her husband, Fred; son-in-law Mitch Thomas; sister Sally (Jamie) Might; brother Jim Raymond.Judy's memory will always be cherished...

Della A. Bonner

Della A. Bonner

Sep 9, 2021

Della A. Bonner, 84, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on September 9, 2021. She was born on September 9, 1937 in Mantua but lived most of her life in Mogadore and Springfield Township. Della was a care giver for Alzheimer's patients for many years. She was preceded in death by parents, May and John Woodall; and siblings,...

Debora Kay Wood

Debora Kay Wood

Sep 8, 2021

Debora Kay Wood, age 61 of Lakeland, Florida, passed away on September 8, 2021.Debora was born on September 27, 1959 in Akron, Ohio to Roger and Linda (Bixler) Busch. She graduated from Garfield High School. She married her husband Jerry in 1980. Debora retired from American Medical Response as a medical billing supervisor. She enjoyed baking and gardening, especially flowers....

Timothy Joseph Summers

Timothy Joseph Summers

Sep 8, 2021

Timothy "Tim" Joseph Summers, age 58 of Stow, passed away in his home, surrounded by his loved ones on September 8, 2021.Tim was born on July 7, 1963 in Clarksburg, West Virginia to Joseph and Louella (Edwards) Summers. He served as a SGT in the US Army for 6 years as a Lance Missile Technician and traveled overseas, including to...

Francelle Gillentine

Francelle Gillentine

Sep 7, 2021

Francelle Gillentine, 86, of Akron, passed away peacefully at home on September 7, 2021. Francelle was born on January 16, 1935 in Gainesville, Georgia to the late W.M. "Bill" and Lillie Mae Ward. Francelle loved the Lord and had a heart for missionary work and nursing home ministries. For many years, she and her son Ed visited local nursing homes...

Florence Alesci

Florence Alesci

Sep 7, 2021

Florence "Flo" Alesci, age 66 of Northfield, passed away on September 7, 2021.Flo was born on March 26, 1955 in Garfield Heights to Frank and Lois (Tanner) Alesci. She was a very hard worker, and worked for Gojo Industries for 20 years. Flo enjoying drawing, painting, and listening to R&B music. She loved playing Candy Crush and collecting stuffed animals....

Carol Lee Swaney

Carol Lee Swaney

Sep 6, 2021

Carol L. Swaney, age 71 of Akron passed away on Monday, September 6, 2021. She was born on March 31, 1950 to the late Guy and Catherine {Bailey} Casto, Sr.In addition to her parents, Carol was preceded in death by her brother Guy L. "Sonny" Casto, Jr. and sister Valerie Casto. Her ornery spirit will be fondly remembered by her...

Willena Belle Rawdon

Willena Belle Rawdon

Sep 6, 2021

Willena Belle Rawdon, 92, of Akron, went Home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on September 6, 2021. She was born in Waynesburg, Kentucky on January 20, 1929 to the late Clifton and Elgie Anne Stonesifer. Willena graduated from Waynesburg High School where she earned a typing award. Her typing skills served her well in the numerous...

Takako K. Laurenti

Takako K. Laurenti

Sep 6, 2021

Takako K. Laurenti, age 92 of Akron, Ohio, died on September 6, 2021 in Akron. She was born on November 17, 1928 in Tokyo, Japan.Mrs. Laurenti was a homemaker and enjoyed working in the yard and knitting. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family. She was the greatest mother, grandmother and great-grandmother in the world and didn't have...

Mary Margaret Hoskin

Mary Margaret Hoskin

Sep 6, 2021

Mary Margaret HoskinMary Margaret Hoskin, age 87 of Mogadore, passed away on September 6, 2021. She was born on April 24, 1934 in Suffield Township to Kenneth and Anna (Kessler) Weyrick. She graduated from Suffield High School. Mary married her loving husband, Robert "Bob" Hoskin, Jr. on January 9, 1954. She worked alongside her husband and son at Ohio Military...

Glada M. Worrells

Glada M. Worrells

Sep 6, 2021

Glada M. "Dickie" Worrells, age 82 of Akron went home to be with the Lord on Monday, September 6, 2021. She was born in Reedy, WV on September 17, 1938 to the late Herman and Wanetah {Summerville} Ferrell. In addition to her parents, Dickie was preceded in death by her husband of 39 years, Bill Worrells, Sr.; brothers Sonny and...

Jarod Kelley Dowdell

Jarod Kelley Dowdell

Sep 5, 2021

Jarod Kelley Dowdell, age 20 of Barberton, went Home to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 5th, 2021. He was born in Akron, Ohio on April 28th, 2001, to Heather King and the late Joshua Dowdell.In addition to his father, Jarod was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Billy "Pappa Bill" Thomas and Daniel "Grandpa Danny" King Sr.; and...

Alicia Diane Jones

Alicia Diane Jones

Sep 5, 2021

Alicia D. JonesAlicia D. Jones, 61 of Akron, Ohio, passed away from a long illness on September 5, 2021.She was preceded in death by her parents, John A. Jones and Gloria J. Jones and sisters, Angela Jones, and Adrianne Auls.Alicia is survived by her companion, Wesley Taylor, children, Alicia (J'Saun), Chaz, and Corey, granddaughters, Camille, Carliegh, and Ny'Ree, brothers, Anthony...

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