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William Ray Penix
Aug 5, 2020
On August 5, 2020, William Ray "Bill" Penix, age 72 passed away after battling cancer and complications from the COVID-19 virus. He was born on January 28, 1948. Preceded in death by his parents, William Seymore "Wick" and Vadie {Fannin} Penix, brothers John C. Penix and Glen A. Penix, and in-laws Earl and Neva {Ott} Alexander.He is survived by his...
Nancy Smith
Aug 4, 2020
Nancy M Smith, 54, was suddenly called home to the Lord on August 4, 2020. She is preceded in death by her father, Rev. John Britt Sr; son, Ryan; and daughter, Krystal. Nancy is survived by her husband of 26 yrs, Ricky; children, Paul (Felicia) Crites Jr., Coby Smith and Erica Marins; mother, Judy (Joe) Cefalo; siblings, Frankie (Joe) Taralla,...
Pamela Doretta D'Elia
Aug 4, 2020
Pamela Doretta D'Elia, 64, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on August 4, 2020. Pam was born in Brooklyn, New York on June 13, 1956 to the late Joseph and Eloise (Gregg) Swann, Sr. Pam grew up in Dayton, Ohio where she attended Fairview High School. Upon graduation from Aquanas High School (Detroit, MI), Pam attended The...
Edeltraud Erdle
Aug 4, 2020
Edeltraud "Edie" Erdle, 73, passed away August 4, 2020. Born in Nurnberg, Germany to Martin and Josepha (Trossman) Gohl, she next resided in Erie, PA before coming to Akron, OH. Edie was a self employed hairdresser for more than 20 years. She enjoyed hiking, cooking, taking care of her grandsons and spending time with her family.In addition to her parents,...
Donald L. Drumm
Aug 4, 2020
Donald L. Drumm, born April 15, 1954, passed away August 4, 2020. Don was a hard worker and the biggest hearted person with the most sarcastic remarks for everything. He was a die hard Buckeyes, Browns, and Indians fan. Don is survived by his daughters, Candi (Keith) Roberts and Amy (Eric) Phillips; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; three siblings; and many...
Granville Ray Sloan
Aug 4, 2020
Granville Ray "Sonny" Sloan, age 77 of Akron passed away on Tuesday, August 4, 2020 at the Justin T. Rogers Hospice Care Center in Copley. He was born on June 5, 1943 in Akron to the late Granville O. and Verla {Black} Sloan. Sonny was preceded in death by his parents, sister Sheila, and brother Max. He will be dearly...
Martha Marie Williams
Aug 3, 2020
Martha Marie Williams (Klase) Martha Marie Williams, age 91, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2020. A wonderful mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend, she shared the gift of love with everyone she knew. Her family always teased her that she was a cat with nine lives. God finally said, "It's time to come home Martha. You have been...
Kenneth R. Ball
Aug 3, 2020
Kenneth R Ball, age 82, met his Savior, face to face, on August 3, 2020.Kenneth was born April 27, 1938 in Coventry Township to James Frank and Emma Francis Ball (nee Randolph). He lived his entire life in the Akron area. Kenneth was a skilled machinist and retired from Gauer Mold & Machine in Tallmadge.He was also a veteran of...
Robert Carl Sims, Sr.
Aug 3, 2020
Robert C. "Bob" Sims, Sr., age 91, of Springfield passed away on August 3, 2020 at Altercare of Hartville. Bob was born in Hiawasswee, GA on February 8, 1929 to the late Elijah and Bessie {Burch} Sims.Along with his parents, Bob was preceded in death by his son, Ron, on August 2, 2015. Bob retired from the Ford Motor Company,...
Daniel B. King Ii
Aug 3, 2020
Daniel "Danny" B. King II, 73, of Mogadore, OH died on August 3, 2020 due to long term illness.Danny was born on November 12, 1946 in Gettysburg, PA. Danny was a loving husband, father, papa and friend. He enjoyed NASCAR, motorcycles, building and painting model cars and most importantly spending time with his family. His greatest achievement in life was...
Jennie Lee Bush
Aug 3, 2020
Jennie Lee Bush, 89, went home to be with the Lord on August 3, 2020, and Earl Gene Bush, 88, her beloved husband, joined her on August 8, 2020. Jennie was born in Akron on February 2, 1931 to the late Jess and Letha Overton. She was employed at several local businesses throughout her career: O'Neil's Department Store, Plastic Film,...
Chester Raymond Pryor
Aug 3, 2020
Chester R. Pryor, age 94, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 3, 2020.Chet was born June 3, 1926 to Bryan and Pearl Pryor in Akron, OH, where he was a life-long resident.He was a veteran of World War II and was employed at AMHA.He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Jeanette; daughter, Sherry Stevenor; and grandson, Chris Evanoff.Chet...
Tracy Kay Hensel
Aug 2, 2020
Tracy K. Hensel, 69, passed away suddenly on August 2, 2020. She was born in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio on April 21, 1951. She spent her career in real estate and in health care as a care giver. Her greatest passion in life was her three children and family. Tracy was preceded in death by her son, Gary Lee Jr., and...
Albert E. Collier
Aug 2, 2020
Albert Edward "Al" Collier, age 89 of Akron passed at home on August 2, 2020. He was born on July 15, 1931 to Thomas and Betty {Hodson} Collier. Al was a 1950 graduate of Garfield H.S., where he played football, baseball, and basketball. After graduation, he worked at Firestone Synthetic, where he met his wife, Rosalie. Al was stationed in...
Gene Ray Riddle
Aug 1, 2020
Gene Ray Riddle, 89, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on August 1, 2020. Born in Akron, Gene was a graduate of Tallmadge High School (class of 1948). He enlisted in the US Navy serving from 1951-1953 on the USS Columbus. In 1951 Gene came home on leave to marry the love of his life, Mary. He worked...
Wesley Charles Recob
Aug 1, 2020
Wesley C. Recob, 80, of Akron, went to be with his beloved wife of 56 years, Eleanor, on August 1, 2020. He was born on January 9, 1940 in Akron, Ohio to Charles and Faye Recob. He graduated from South High School in 1957. He joined the Army National Guard in 1956, and served until 1965. Wes worked at Akron...
Jacqueline B. Steele
Aug 1, 2020
Jacqueline B. Steele, "Jackie", age 97 of Alliance, Ohio, formerly of Deerfield, died on August 1, 2020 at the Community Care of Alliance. She was born on October 18, 1922 in Akron, the daughter of the late Paul and Clynt (nee Barbee) Pannell.Jackie's life was her church, the Faith Bible Fellowship Church in Tallmadge. Jackie was not only a founding...
Michael "Randy" Martin
Jul 31, 2020
Michael "Randy" Martin, 58, of Uniontown, passed peacefully on July 31, 2020. He was born on May 15, 1962 in Akron, Ohio. He graduated from Lake High School. Randy was the kindest, most gentle, and loving person. He loved history, reading the Akron Beacon Journal, country music, and attending church every Sunday at Uniontown Chapel of Faith. Above all, Randy...
Amanda Lynn-Nichole Holland
Jul 31, 2020
Amanda Lynn-Nichole Holland, age 27 of Mogadore, Ohio, died on July 31, 2020 at Akron City Hospital.She was born on August 9, 1992 in Akron, the daughter of Diane (nee Soulsby) Sakasci, with whom she lived, and Eddie (Jill) Holland of Massillon. Amanda was a 2011 graduate of North High School, where she was in restaurant management, attaining a cooking...
Jacqueline Duhl
Jul 30, 2020
Born:February 3, 1958Passed away:July 30, 2020A Hopi PrayerDo not stand at my grave and weep. I am not there I do not sleep.I am a thousand winds that blow.I am the diamond glints on the snow.I am the sunlight on the ripened grain.I am the gentle Autumn rain. When you awaken in the morning hush. I am the swift uplifting...
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