Obituaries
Eduard Heinz-Joachim Krucker
Jul 13, 2021
E.-H. Joachim "German Joe" Krucker, 63 Passed away on July 13, 2021 in Akron Ohio. He was Born in Kiaserslautern, Germany. In his younger years, before coming to America, he was a member of the Bundeswehr, enjoyed climbing, and also received his master's degree in cabinetry. He was an avid animal lover. He was a member of AA since the...
Nancy R. Clifford
Jul 13, 2021
Nancy R. Clifford, 69, passed away July 13. 2021 with her family by her side. She enjoyed coloring, gardening, watching her birds and spending time with her family.She will be sadly missed by her children, Penny Clifford, Michael Clifford, Novella (Joshua) Gilmore; 14 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; longtime companion of 28 years, Kerry Maloney; brothers, Willard, Otis and Robert Boggs;...
John R. Miller, Sr.
Jul 12, 2021
John R. Miller, Sr., 74, passed away July 12, 2021 with his family by his side. Born in Akron, Ohio to Harvey Miller and Dorothy Wilfong, he was a lifelong resident of the Akron and Canton areas. John previously worked as an appliance repairman and at PPG Industries. He greatly enjoyed animals, fishing, and spending time with his family. He...
Donna Joan Trippe
Jul 12, 2021
Donna Joan Trippe (nee Perry), age 84, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on July 12, 2021 at Windsor Medical Center.Private Memorial Services will be held at Newcomer Funeral Home, Akron, and a private burial will take place at Hope Cemetery, Salem, Ohio. Donna Joan Trippe "Joan" was born in Youngstown, Ohio to the late Viola Eloise Maxwell (nee Heckert) and...
Connie Lunsford
Jul 11, 2021
Connie Lunsford, 76, of Akron, passed away peacefully at home on July 11, 2021. She was born in Akron on July 9, 1945. Connie loved learning and continued her education throughout her life. She earned an Associate Degree from the Academy of Court Reporting and earned her CCW license. In her free time, she enjoyed riding motorcycles and relaxing with...
Jule Yoter Scott, Jr.
Jul 10, 2021
Jule Y. Scott, Jr., passed away at home at 1:27 pm July 10, 2021, following an extended illness. He was born March 5, 1938, in Chillicothe to the late Jule Y., Sr. and Susan E. {Oakes} Scott. On January 1, 1987, he married the love of his life, Nikki Eastep, who survives.Also surviving is his step-son Kim (Sara) Veris, of...
Alan L. Demali
Jul 10, 2021
Alan L. DeMali, 67, of Akron, passed away peacefully in his sleep with his family by his side when God called him home.Alan was born in Akron on January 11, 1954. He worked as an auto mechanic for UHaul, retiring after 42 years of service. Alan loved reading and watching programs about cars and airplanes. He enjoyed annual family trips...
Harold King
Jul 9, 2021
Harold Vaughn King, age 81 of Suffield passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by family on Friday, July 9, 2021. He was born in Spencer, WV on October 13, 1939, the son of the late Denver and Verba {Sears} King. In addition to his parents, Vaughn was preceded in death by his brothers Basil and Benjamin King, and his...
Richard Louis Trennell
Jul 9, 2021
Richard Louis Trennell, age 85 of Akron died peacefully with his family by his side on Friday, July 9, 2021. A lifelong resident of Akron, Richard was born on December 20, 1935, the son of the late Louis and Blanche {Ulm} Trennell.In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by the love of his life, Janet {Rang} Trennell.Richard...
Dale O. Campbell, Sr.
Jul 8, 2021
Dale O. Campbell, Sr., 86 joined his loving wife and son in Heaven on July 8, 2021. Born in Cumberland, Maryland to James and Clara Campbell, he lived in the Akron, Ohio area all of his adult life. He retired in 1999 from Ohio Gasket & Shim Company. Dale greatly enjoyed watching the Steelers, having a few beers with friends,...
Vickie Lynn Yergin
Jul 8, 2021
Vickie Lynn Yergin, 67, passed away peacefully in Mt. Vernon, OH on July 8, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, Francis and Rita Yergin, and sister Linda Kavon. She is survived by her siblings, Lois (Ken) Stanley, Johne Mohlmaster, Fred "Butch" (Laurie) Yergin, and Jerry (Kathi) Yergin; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. The family would...
William Benjamin Rees
Jul 8, 2021
William Benjamin Rees, age 95 of Akron passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, July 8, 2021. A lifelong resident of Akron, William was born to the late William and Lucy {Offerbaker} Rees. In addition to his parents, William was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Mary, their son, Charles, brother Harry (Rose) Rees, sister Eleanor (Gene) Spring.William...
Diane L. Neumeyer
Jul 7, 2021
Diane L. Neumeyer, 72, took her last earthly breath on July 7, 2021. She was born in Akron on July 29, 1948. She graduated from Buchtel High School in 1966. Diane retired from Goodyear in 2013 after 20+ years of service. After retirement, she volunteered at the Brimfield Community Cupboard and was able to enjoy spending more time with her...
Otis L. Lambert
Jul 6, 2021
Otis L. Lambert, 73, passed away on July 6, 2021. He retired from Volvo GMC after over 30 years of service. Larry enjoyed fishing, woodworking, glass working and his computer. Preceded in death by his wife, Larie, he will be sadly missed by his children, Lisa (Eric) Lambert, Otis (Jacci) Lambert, Larry Lambert, Alfred (Jenny) Lambert, David (MaryAnn) Lambert; grandchildren;...
Cathy Shreve Patterson
Jul 6, 2021
Cathy Shreve Patterson, age 65 of Mogadore passed away on Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at her home. She was born in Barberton on October 16, 1955, the daughter of Ronald and Greta {Barnstorff} Steeg. Cathy was preceded in death by her father, Ronald Steeg.She will be dearly missed by her son Nate (Stormy) Patterson and daughter Nicole D'Elia; grandchildren Alessa...
John R. Wright
Jul 6, 2021
John R. Wright, 59, of Akron, passed away on July 6, 2021. He was born in Spencer, West Virginia on February 15, 1962. He proudly served in the U.S. Army and was the owner/operator of 852 Motosports. He loved motocross and passed down that passion to his children and grandchildren.John will always be remembered as a loyal, hardworking man. He...
Occa Onia Edison
Jul 5, 2021
Occa Onia Edison, 35, of Akron, Ohio was born in Canton, Ohio to Dannie Lee Edison and James Sumpter on November 12, 1985. She passed away on July 5, 2021 in Akron. Occa graduated from Timken Senior High School in Canton.She was a beloved daughter, mother, sister, niece, aunt, cousin and friend. Occa was fiercely loyal to her family and...
Carmen J. "Chuck" Bucca
Jul 5, 2021
Carmen Joseph Bucca, 79, went to be with his Lord and Savior on July 5, 2021 at home in Akron, OH. Chuck was born January 25, 1942 to Anthony and Olive (Marshall) Bucca in Hastings, PA. He joined the US Army at the age of 17 and served in the 101st Airborne division as a paratrooper. After the Army, he...
Lawrence Earl Dickey
Jul 5, 2021
Lawrence Earl Dickey, "Larry," "Pop," 22, holding for 63 years, passed away on Monday, July 5, 2021 at Akron City Hospital, surrounded by loving family. Born in Duck, West Virginia on May 25, 1936 to George and Thelma {Boggs} Dickey. He retired as a fireman from Goodyear Tire & Rubber, after more than 30 years of service. Preceded in death...
Melissa Ann Shollenberger
Jul 4, 2021
On July 4th, 2021, Melissa Ann Shollenberger, age 48, while surrounded by loved ones, lost her long courageous battle against cancer. Melissa is a daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, aunt, friend, and colleague and was loved by everyone blessed enough to have known her. She was born on April 22, 1973 to Michael and Mary (Good) Shollenberger of Canton, Ohio. She...
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