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Gerald E. Martz
Aug 23, 2020
Gerald E. "Jerry" Martz, 86, of Akron, OH passed away on Sunday August 23, 2020. He was born to parents Perry and Beulah Martz on May 20, 1934 in Tallmadge, OH.Jerry was a fire fighter for the city of Akron for 30 plus years before retiring. He enjoyed going fishing, a good garage sale, was a good cook, and enjoyed...
Robert Mosley
Aug 22, 2020
Robert "Bob" Mosley, 71, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on August 22, 2020. He was born to parents Arlen K. and Genevieve Mosley on May 5, 1949 in Richlands, Virginia. Bob was a graduate of Springfield High School, and attended 2 years at the University of Akron. He was a proud Army Veteran, having served during the Vietnam War. Preceding...
Elinor Margaret {Viebranz} Hopkins
Aug 22, 2020
Elinor M. Hopkins, age 97 of Canton left her earthly home on Saturday, August 22, 2020. She was born on September 19, 1922 in Ravenna to the late Harold and Edna {Roosa} Viebranz. She married the love of her life on May 29, 1941, and Tim preceded her in death on May 30, 1982. She was the first born of...
Ethel Lenore Austin
Aug 22, 2020
Ethel Lenore Austin (nee Smith), 94, of Green, OH passed away on Saturday, August 22, 2020. She was born to parents Daniel and Mamie Smith on June 19, 1926 in Stow, OH.Ethel was passionate about collecting dolls, and she was a doll maker. She enjoyed traveling, particularly out west. She treasured her family, especially spending time with her grandchildren. Ethel...
Michael Wesley Dempster
Aug 22, 2020
Michael W. Dempster, 66, passed away on August 22, 2020. He is survived by his wife, Loretta; son, Jeffrey; daughter, Emily; and his brother, Joe. He also leaves behind many loving cousins and friends. We are so thankful for our family, friends and our church family that has lifted us up and helped us in so many ways. There will...
Mary Louise Holmes
Aug 21, 2020
Mary Louise (Smith) Holmes , 65, was known as Lu-Lu. She was born on December 31st, 1954 as the fifth child of nine siblings. She graduated from North High School and attended the University of Akron. Mary later went on to marry her high school sweetheart, Herman T. Holmes, with whom she had three children. After nineteen years of marriage...
Luevelt Tucker "Boot"
Aug 21, 2020
Luevelt Tucker "Boot" was born November 6, 1952 to the parentage of Henri and Lougressa Tucker in Octagon, AL. He accepted Christ at an early age and united with Paradise M.B. Church. He was formally educated at Marengo County Training School, Thomaston, AL. Luevelt had a passion for cars. Between the ages of 12 and 16 he wrecked as many...
Nancy J. {Timms} Hull
Aug 20, 2020
Nancy J. Hull, age 75 of Akron passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2020. She was born on February 28, 1945 to the late Raymond and Alice {Holmes} Timms, and remained a lifelong area resident.Nancy was preceded in death by her parents, son Gary Dale Hull, Jr., and grandson Cory Hull. She will be dearly missed by her husband of...
Marjorie J. Wood
Aug 18, 2020
Born Marjorie Jane Gomer, June 14, 1934, in Akron, Ohio, to Walter and Martha Gomer. Margie, at the very young age of 86 departed this world peacefully with her son, Jim, by her side on August 18, 2020, and entered into God's loving arms in Heaven. She is now reunited with her husband, Wally, whom she was married to for...
Norma L. Monroe
Aug 18, 2020
Norma L. Monroe, 78, of Cuyahoga Falls, OH passed away on August 18, 2020. She was born to parents James and Lynette Hyde on December 22, 1941 in Mitchell, South Dakota.She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Kelley Henry; brother, Willis Hyde; and brother-in-law Roger Cooke.Left to cherish her memory are her children; Barbara (Paul) Thompson, and Tamara...
Donald Eugene Bailey Ii
Aug 17, 2020
Donald Eugene Bailey (Duck), 37, passed away suddenly on August 17, 2020. Donald was born September 26, 1982 in Akron, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his Loving Grandparents, Aileen and Claude Bailey; Uncle, Gary Moore; and Great Niece, Janaya; left to cherish his memories are, his Mother, Priscilla Bailey; Father, Donald Chambers; Grandmother, Mildred Barns; Brothers, Jermaine and...
Glenn O. Francis
Aug 17, 2020
Glenn O. Francis, 82, passed away on August 17, 2020. Born in Mt. Pleasant, Pennsylvania to Henry and Hazel (Ritter) Francis he had resided in the Akron area for many years. He retired as a Metallurgist, most recently working for the H. & M. Metal Processing Co. Glenn greatly enjoyed golfing, basketball, playing it in high school, football, baseball and...
Charles William Moyer
Aug 17, 2020
Charles William "Chuck" Moyer, age 81 of Kimbolton, and a long-time resident of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, August 17, 2020. He was born on August 2, 1939 to the late Charles R. and Helen {Love} Moyer.Chuck was preceded in death by his parents and his former spouse, Cara Sue Peterson.He will be missed dearly...
Jack R. Cordier
Aug 17, 2020
Jack Cordier, age 90, died on Monday, August 17, 2020 at his home in Mogadore. Jack was a teacher, coach and administrator in the Atwater School System. He retired from the Mogadore Schools, where he was the administrator for 20 years. He was preceded in death by Jean, his wife of 51 years and daughter, Barbara Rissland. He is survived...
Roger Dardenne
Aug 16, 2020
Roger Dardenne, 87, passed away August 16, 2020. Born to the late Leopold and Ruth Dardenne, Roger was predeceased by great grandson Asher.Roger passed away at home, peacefully in his sleep, following several years of declining health. Roger leaves behind Tracy, beloved wife of 30 years.A soft voice, a kind and gentle heart, and a caring and considerate nature were...
Shelly Ann Holmes
Aug 16, 2020
Shelly Ann Holmes, age 69, of Akron, Ohio, died at her home on Sunday, August 16, 2020.She was born on December 16, 1950 in Bergholz, Ohio, the daughter of the late Robert L. Burchfield and Avis (nee Day) Burchfield of Mogadore.Shelly was a homemaker, however for 12 years she worked for the Lakemore Park Department as a laborer. She enjoyed...
Donald Gilbert
Aug 15, 2020
Donald "Donnie" Gilbert, 52, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, August 15, 2020. He was born on March 19, 1968 in Akron, Ohio, the son of Robert and Rosemary (Milligan) Gilbert. Donnie was a graduate of Ellet High School and Stautzenberger College. He was employed by First Energy for 7 years. He was a huge Star Wars fan and loved music,...
Deborah Kathryn Ashley
Aug 15, 2020
Deborah Kathryn Ashley, "Debbie", age 66, of Green, Ohio, died at her home on August 15, 2020 after a short battle with cancer. She was born on August 19, 1953 in Akron, born to Charles Lyle and Daisy LaVerne (nee Croley) Harkless.Debbie was a 1971 graduate of Hower High School. She was a retail sales clerk for Acme/Click and Summit...
John T. Hennessey
Aug 14, 2020
John T. Hennessey, "John John", 48, of Canton, passed away unexpectedly on August 14, 2020. He was born on October 6, 1971 to parents John F. and Mary A. Hennessey, in Parkersburg, WV.John enjoyed hanging out with his friends, country music, and he was a hard worker. His favorite pastime was riding his Harley Davidson. He will be dearly missed...
Stephen Herbert Hart
Aug 12, 2020
Stephen Herbert Hart, age 66, went to be with the Lord, Wednesday, August 12, 2020 due to smoking induced lung and brain cancer complicated with pneumonia.Born on July 27, 1954 in Akron, Ohio, he lived in Brimfield, Ohio. A 1973 graduate of Field High School, he was a talented machinist, like to play guitar and sing music but he loved...
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