Obituaries
Braxton Lee O'Farrell
Jul 2, 2021
Braxton Lee O'Farrell, 3, was granted his angel wings on July 2, 2021. His final days were spent surrounded by family that Braxton had touched in many ways, throughout his short, yet very memorable life. Braxton's life would seem too short to many, but for those who were touched by him, they know that he lived his best life every...
Margaret J. Moon
Jun 30, 2021
Margaret "Peg" {Austin} Moon died on Wednesday, June 30, 2021. Peg was born in Leechburg, PA on July 24, 1927, but lived most of her life in the Akron area. Preceded in death by husband Arthur Moon- survived by son Jeffrey (Donna) Moon and their son Keith, daughter Jacqueline Richardson and her daughter Katherine Richardson, cousins and good friends.As Peg...
Wanda G. Adkins
Jun 29, 2021
Wanda G. Adkins, age 88, went to be with the Lord on June 29, 2021 in Springfield, Ohio, formerly of Norton, Ohio. Wanda was born on June 13, 1933 in Streeter, West Virginia to the late Ester and Ora Pack.Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Velmer A. Adkins and 4 brothers: Gary, Larry, Ray,...
Mary Margaret Wyman
Jun 29, 2021
Mary Margaret Wyman, 74, of Barberton, passed away at home on June 29, 2021. She was born in Fairmont, West Virginia on September 19, 1946 to the late Amos and Lucille Crosston. Mary spent many years as a security officer for Pinkerton and later retired from GoJo.Mary was a fiery redhead with a stubborn streak. Everyone knew how ornery she...
Delores Ann Harrison-Robinson
Jun 28, 2021
Delores A. Harrison-Robinson, lovingly referred to as "Cooky", went home to be with the Lord on Monday, June 28, 2021. She was born in Columbus, MS on April 1, 1951, the daughter of the late William and Ozella Sykes. In addition to her parents, Cooky was preceded in death by her sister, Linda (Marvin) Minter. She was a loving wife,...
Phyllis Jean Johnson
Jun 28, 2021
Phyllis Jean Johnson, age 68 of Akron passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 28, 2021. She was born on September 3, 1952 to Woodrow and Augusta M. Johnson, now deceased. Phyllis worked for the Akron-Summit County Public Library for over 30 years (where she came to be know as "Jean".) She then worked another 14 years for the Summit County...
Dawn Nicole Mcclung
Jun 28, 2021
Dawn "Nyki" McClung, 1972- 2021, of Akron passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family, after a long battle with cancer.The family would like to thank Doctor Robin Laskey, her colleagues and all the wonderful people at the Jean & Milton Copper Cancer Center Akron, Ohio for going above and beyond taking care of Nyki during her battle with...
Colleen R. Zito
Jun 27, 2021
Colleen R. Zito, 73, passed away June 27, 2021 surrounded by her family. Born in Akron to Bill and Marion (Frame) Stevens, she was a lifelong area resident. Colleen retired from Goodyear/IBM and she greatly enjoyed traveling with her family and friends. She also enjoyed her card club, gambling and her greatest joy was spending time making memories with her...
Emma Ruth Taylor
Jun 26, 2021
Emma RUTH Taylor, 94, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2021. Born in Moundsville, WV. She worked at Thermal Engineering, retiring after 50+ years of service. Ruth was a longtime member of South Arlington United Methodist Church. Preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Jesse, and son, David. She is survived by her son John (Joann) Taylor, and...
William "Bill" Mike Mason
Jun 25, 2021
In Loving Memory ofWilliam M. Mason1940 - 2021William "Bill" Mike Mason, age 80 of Randolph, Ohio, died on Friday, June 25, 2021 at 1:30 PM. He was born on October 28, 1940 in Nelsonville, OH, the son of the late Clarence and Edith Neal Mason. Bill retired as a salesclerk from Summit Equipment after over 30 years of service. Some...
Brian E. Bragg
Jun 24, 2021
Brian E. Bragg, age 55 of Akron passed away on Thursday, June 24, 2021. A lifelong resident of Akron, Brian was born on December 10, 1965 to Don and Sandra {Cozart} Bragg. Brian was preceded in death by his father Don, and many beloved family members.Brian's memory will live on in his children Faith (Jonathan Doak) and Thomas Bragg; longtime...
Jeffery Todd Harmel
Jun 24, 2021
Jeffery Todd Harmel, "Jeffro" or "Rogue", age 38, of Akron, Ohio, died on June 24, 2021 at Akron City Hospital of heart failure. He was born on May 8, 1983 in Akron, the son of Tina Harmel of Akron and his dad that raised him, Jack Dalrymple of Akron and the late Kevin Messenger.Jeff loved to fish, and hang out...
Patricia Anne Fisher
Jun 23, 2021
Patricia Anne Fisher, "Pat", age 86 of Kent, Ohio, died on June 23, 2021 at the Avenue at Aurora. She was born on December 11, 1934 in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, the daughter of the late Roger and Irene (nee Barnes) Edmundson. Pat was survived by her three children, Laurel Fisher, Don (Lori) Fisher and Lisa Fisher; her grandchildren, Brandi, Brooke,...
Steven B. Hetzer
Jun 23, 2021
Steven B. Hetzer, 64, of Ravenna, passed away peacefully at home on June 23, 2021. Steve was born in Akron on May 12, 1957 to Raleigh and Shirley (Sprague) Hetzer. Steve retired from Akron Public Schools after over 30 years as a custodian. In his free time, he enjoyed fishing, hunting, and playing poker and euchre with family and friends....
Jackie S. Mervin
Jun 22, 2021
Jackie S. Mervin, 63, passed away unexpectedly on June 22, 2021. Born in Bedford, PA she resided in Cuyahoga Falls, OH most of her adult life. She previously worked for the U. S. Postal Service.Jackie will be sadly missed by her son, Matt Mervin; siblings, Mary, Norma, Julie, Jan and Dick; nieces, nephews and friends.A graveside service will be held...
Garnet Jean Pursley
Jun 22, 2021
Garnet Jean Pursley, age 91 of Hudson, Ohio, died on June 22, 2021 at Heritage of Hudson. She was born on May 13, 1930 in Akron, the daughter of the late Ralph and Elizabeth (nee Dedman) Carson Sr. Garnet loved to go to yard sales and play cards. She was a homemaker and she understood what hard work was in...
Larry R. Augustine
Jun 22, 2021
Larry R. Augustine, 74, of Ellet, left us peacefully on June 22, 2021 to join his beloved Donna in Heaven. He was preceded in death by his parents, James J. Augustine and Frances "Jerry" Green (Lundy); stepfather, Jerry Green; wife of 40 years, Donna J Augustine (Mazzei); brother, James E. Augustine. He is survived by sisters, Linda Pursley and Lori...
Harvey Joe Adkins
Jun 22, 2021
Harvey Joe Adkins, of Akron, Ohio passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, June 22, 2021 at 7:30 a.m. He was the last of 9 children born to Joseph and Polly Adkins in Wayne, West Virginia on January 28, 1937. Harvey fought a valiant battle with MS and diabetes, but they didn't win, he did! He's now with his...
Delores V. Parsons
Jun 21, 2021
Delores V. (Reed) Parsons, 87, passed away June 21, 2021, at home surrounded by her loving family. Her quiet strength and quick wit endeared her to all who knew her. Her husband of 66 years, Harold "Jack" Parsons, passed away before her on April 16, 2020. Delores dedicated her life to raising their five children (Larry Parsons, Jack (Connie) Parsons,...
Charlie Harris
Jun 21, 2021
Charlie Harris of Akron Ohio, loving husband, father, faithful Jehovah's Witness, avid fisherman & entrepreneur passed away suddenly on June 20, 2021. Born to Henry William & Willie Mae Harris on May 4, 1947. Charlie led a rich life, made beautiful memories and will be deeply missed by his loved ones. He is survived by his devoted wife of 41...
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