Obituaries
Phyllis Ann Lynum
Jul 24, 2021
Phyllis Ann Lynum passed away Saturday, July 24, 2021. She is survived by her husband, Warren Lynum, I; sisters Marilyn (Abraham) Parker-Jeffries and Janice (John) Roberts; her sons Warren II, Alton (Teryn) and step-daughters Liz "Libby" (Jason) Piatt and January Belcher; step-grandchildren Ruby, Sean, Keivon, Jala, and Tai; and a host of beloved nieces and nephews. Phyllis was preceded in...
William Boykin, Jr.
Jul 23, 2021
William T. "Tommy" Boykin Jr., passed away on July 23, 2021. He was born February 24, 1957 to William T. Boykin, Sr. and Sulura {Marrett} Boykin-Mabry. Tommy attended Kent City Schools and graduated from Theodore Roosevelt High School in 1975. He also attended Ferris State University, where he played football. Tommy coached for Kent Peewee Football. He enjoyed nurturing and...
Joana Burney
Jul 22, 2021
She was born in Akron on May 21, 1946, along with her identical twin, Janet Burney. They were the youngest of six children of the late Veada Howard and Hamp Burney, Jr. As youngsters, the twins dressed alike, making it difficult for most to tell them apart. They were inseparable and did just about everything together. Affectionately known as "Jodie",...
Andrew P. Ross
Jul 22, 2021
Andrew Ross lost his courageous battle from colon cancer on Tuesday, July 27, 2021. Andrew Ross was born on August 11, 1981 in Clarksburg, West Virginia to Patricia Spoerndle-Ross and the late Kenneth Ross. He graduated from Tallmadge High School in 1999. He played basketball, baseball, and excelled in soccer, being selected for the All-Star team competition. In 2010, he...
Carol Louise Walters
Jul 22, 2021
Carol Louise Henry Walters, 87 of Tallmadge, Ohio passed away peacefully at home on July 22, 2021. She was born in Weston, West Virginia on December 18, 1933 and was preceded in death by her father, Glen Henry, who died as a sailor in WWII in the Pacific; her mother, Elsie Woofter Henry, who died in 1999; her grandparents, Reese...
Roger Jacob Gardner
Jul 22, 2021
Roger J. Gardner, age 88 of Mogadore went home to be with his Lord and Savior unexpectedly, but peacefully at his home on Thursday, July 22, 2021. He was born in Cuyahoga Falls on July 9, 1933, the son of the late Virgil and Mildred {Carrick} Gardner.In addition to his parents, Roger was preceded in death by his sisters, Evelyn...
Marie Earlenbaugh
Jul 21, 2021
Marie Earlenbaugh, 86, passed away July 21, 2021 with her family by her side. Born in Akron, Ohio to Dorsey and Iva (Radcliff) Bennett, she was a lifelong area resident. Marie enjoyed the beach, watching the Cleveland Indians as well as game shows, her Hostess cupcakes and spending time with her family.In addition to her parents she is preceded in...
Barbara "June" Baglia (Nee Hill)
Jul 20, 2021
Barbara "June" Baglia (nee Hill), 86, passed away July 20, 2021. She was born January 25, 1935 in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio and was a resident of Jackson Township in Stark County. June was a graduate of Central High School, class of 1953. She started her banking career while a senior in high school at the Dime Bank. June left the...
Norma L. Chewning
Jul 19, 2021
Norma Louise Chewning (Ellis), age 80. She slipped peacefully into the arms of Jesus on July 19, 2021. We celebrate her life, mourn her loss, and are grateful for her immeasurable love for family and friends.Norma was born in Akron, Ohio and attended Ellet High School. Norma grew up in the Ellet area. She was an artist and a musician....
Rodger D. Getrost
Jul 19, 2021
Rodger D. Getrost, age 58 of Barberton passed away unexpectedly on Monday, July 19, 2021. He was born in Canton on September 12, 1962 to the late Harvey and Mary {Evans} Getrost Moody.In addition to his parents, Rodger was preceded in death by his brother Robin, and both sets of grandparents. Rodger will be dearly missed by his loving wife...
Daveene Lynn Egbert
Jul 17, 2021
Daveene Lynn Egbert, 69, of Akron, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2021, in her home surrounded by her family. Daveene was born in Barberton, Ohio on December 31, 1951 to the late Barbara (Oyler) and Clarence David Egbert. She was a determined woman with a strong work ethic who spent a number of years managing Terrace Gardens, as well...
Steve Beres
Jul 17, 2021
Steve Beres, age 95, of Akron, Ohio, departed to be with Christ on July 17, 2021. He was born on April 20, 1926 in Akron, the son of the late John and Mary (nee Batari) Beres. Steve worked as a machinist and retired from Akromold after many years of service. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, cooking and gardening, however, his greatest...
Vernon Dale Blouir
Jul 16, 2021
Vernon Dale Blouir, 79, of Green passed away comfortably due to renal failure. He was very proud of his 40 years of sobriety where he was a past member of the Akron Arid Club. Known by "Dizzy Dale" there he volunteered with Bingo and many other activities.Vernon shared the last 35 years with his companion Helen. She surprised him on...
C. W. Conley
Jul 15, 2021
C. W. Conley of Akron, Ohio passed away July 15, 2021 at Akron City Hospital.Family and friends are invited to visit Saturday July 24, 2021 from 12:00 noon to 2 p.m. at Newcomer, Akron Chapel, 131 N. Canton Rd. Interment will take place Monday, July 26th at 11:00 a.m. Crown Hill Cemetery, 8592 Darrow Rd., Twinsburg, Ohio. All are welcome...
Janet Denise Baggett
Jul 15, 2021
Janet Denise Baggett, age 66 of Akron passed away unexpectedly of natural causes at her home on July 15, 2021. She was born in Newton Township, NC on August 1, 1954 to the late Betty H. {Hollar} Moore and Robert (Juanita) Heatwall.In addition to her parents, Janet was preceded in death by her brother George "Bubby" Thomas, husband Timothy Howard...
Shawn B. Bagley
Jul 15, 2021
On July 15, 2021, Shawn B. Bagley, 50, of Akron, passed away unexpectedly. My best friend went to sleep and woke up in the arms of his mom, Betty, and his dad, Robert. In God's Divine Kingdom, I know there were many there to greet him; those he long awaited to see.To know Shawn was to love him. He touched...
Michelle M. Meredith
Jul 15, 2021
Michelle M. Meredith, "Mickie", age 70 of Akron, Ohio, died on July 15, 2021 at her home. She was born on November 30, 1950 in Akron, the daughter of the late Dorothy Mae (nee McPeek) Sholley.Mickie is survived by her loving husband of 51 years, Richard "Dick" Meredith, whom she married on February 14, 1970; her children, Richard "Rick" Meredith...
Barbara E. "Barb" Goodyear
Jul 15, 2021
Barbara E. Goodyear, 59, of Akron, passed away peacefully with her children at her side on July 15, 2021. She was born in Akron on November 16, 1961 to Lorena Reed, and the late Robert Reed. Barb was employed by Newell Rubbermaid for 23 years. She enjoyed spending time with her family, shopping, cooking, fishing, camping and loved having cookouts....
Patricia Mollohan
Jul 14, 2021
Patricia "Pat" Mollohan (Morgan) died peacefully at home on July 14, 2021 of Alzheimer's. She was 78. Pat was born and raised in Akron, OH. In her younger years, she was fond of water skiing on Springfield Lake, and she was a self-described "pretty good bowler." In 1959, Pat married her sweetheart, Ronald "Carl" Mollohan, and began an almost 52...
Dorothymae Arfons Rutter
Jul 14, 2021
Dorothymae Arfons Rutter, (nee Flory) 94, of City of Green, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 14, 2021 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on January 23, 1927 in Akron and was a lifelong resident of the area. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mary and Don Flory; first husband, Dale Arfons; second husband, Edward Rutter;...
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