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Gary R. Kapusinski
May 3, 2020
Gary R. Kapusinski, 71, of Akron, passed away unexpectedly at his home on May 3, 2020. He was born in Akron on February 19, 1949 to the late Robert and Leah Kapusinski. Gary was drafted into the United States Marine Corps in 1970 and served honorably for two years. He retired from Acme after over 40 years of service. Gary...
William "Bill" Freeze
May 2, 2020
On May 2, 2020, Bill finally met an obstacle he couldn't overcome…COVID-19. He was born in 1941 weighing nearly fourteen pounds. He was injured at birth and for the first year and a half of his life, he had both arms in upright wooden braces. Early in February, he suffered a fall that fractured his pelvis and shoulder. After weeks...
Glenn R. Park
May 2, 2020
Glenn R. Park, "Bear", 77, of Akron, entered into the presence of the Lord on Saturday, May 2, 2020. He was born to parents Glenn H. and Helen L. Park on January 21, 1943 in Akron. Preceding him in death is his son, Lance Wargo.Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Ruth, of 43 years; sisters, Donna (Art) Covin,...
Viola May Vandegrift
May 1, 2020
Viola May Vandegrift, "Mam-Mam", age 79 of Coventry, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on May 1, 2020 at Akron General Hospital. She was born on March 16, 1941 in Akron, the daughter of the late Glenn and Grace (nee Coffee) Knapp. Viola was a dedicated homemaker who enjoyed flower gardening, working outdoors and keeping an immaculate house. In the neighborhood she...
Joyce A. Rosen
May 1, 2020
Joyce A. Rosen, 75, passed away on May 1, 2020. She was born on June 16, 1944 to the late Robert and Nell White. Joyce worked for many years at the Firestone Country Club, where she loved entertaining and meeting the pro-golfers during tournaments. She enjoyed playing golf herself, and love spending time playing board and card games. Above all,...
Mary Eugenia Hylton
May 1, 2020
Mary Eugenia Hylton, age 93, of Akron passed away on Friday, May 1, 2020. She was born on May 27, 1926 in Akron to Paul and Helen {Weaver} Pritchard. Preceding Mary in death along with her parents, are her husband of over 50 years, William E. Hylton, and two of their children, Terry Lee and Gerry Lynn Hylton. Left to...
John Robert Behon
May 1, 2020
John Robert Behon, 56, of Ravenna, passed away on Friday, May 1, 2020, when Jesus came to meet him for their glorious fishing trip in HEAVEN. John was born to parents John Jr. and Dorothy (nee Foust) Behon on May 6, 1963 in Somerset, Pennsylvania. Preceding him in death are his grandparents, and his father-in-law, Clinton Bibey.Left to cherish his...
Michelle Pritt
May 1, 2020
"Together Again"Ina M. "Michelle" Pritt, 84, of Stow, passed into the arms of her Lord and Savior on May 1, 2020, after many years of suffering. She was born on December 23, 1935 in Akron.Michelle loved music. Her favorites were Engelbert Humperdink, Bob Seger and Journey. She also enjoyed dancing at Rockin' on the River concerts in Cuyahoga Falls on...
Cecilia Rusky
May 1, 2020
Cecilia Rusky, age 96, born in her childhood home in Wheeling, WV on March 11, 1924, passed away on Friday, May 1, 2020. She spent most of her adult life in the Tiltonsville, OH area. Cecilia was preceded in death by her parents, Michael and Anna {Blaz} Staszewski, her husband of 12 years, Frank L. Rusky, Jr., four sisters and...
John Lee Pirt
May 1, 2020
John Lee Pirt, " Jack" 80, of Akron, passed away on Friday, May 1, 2020. John was born on February 12, 1940, in West Brownsville, Pennsylvania. His parents were Rosella and George Pirt, both deceased. Jack was preceded in death by sisters Mary Lou, Rose, and Bea, and brothers Bill and George. He is survived by his wife of 60...
Leo A. Roberson Ii
Apr 30, 2020
Leo A. Roberson II, 75, of Cuyahoga Falls and Marblehead, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2020. Leo was born to parents Leo A. and Maxine Roberson on July 11, 1944 in Akron.Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Kay of 53 years; son, Leo A. Roberson III (Michelle); grandchildren, Kayla (Jake) , Erica (Tom) and Rocco (Rita);...
Otto G. Blake
Apr 30, 2020
Otto G. Blake, 64, of Akron, passed away peacefully at home on April 30, 2020. He was born in Norton, Ohio on September 23, 1955 to the late Otho and Wanda Blake. Otto lived in Florida for several years, where he worked as an assistant football coach. Upon returning to Ohio, he worked at Acme and retired ten years ago...
Kerry M. Schnee
Apr 30, 2020
Kerry M. Schnee, 37, of Clinton, OH passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 30, 2020. She was born to father Kenneth E. Schnee, and mother Carole L. Schnee on January 11, 1983 in Akron.Left to cherish her memory is her long time fiancé of 15 years, Jacob Graham; children, Kendra Graham and Austin Graham; mother Carole L. Schnee; father Kenneth...
Donald "Rusty" Winstead
Apr 29, 2020
Donald "Rusty" Winstead, 70, passed away on April 29, 2020 after long battle with cancer. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, camping, fishing and hunting. Rusty was a veteran of the US Navy and retired from Carpenter's Local 639 after 27 years of service. He was preceded in death by his father, Walter "Windy" Winstead, and brothers, Jeff...
Alta M. (Harper) Jenkins
Apr 29, 2020
Alta M. (Harper) Jenkins, 84, passed away on April 29, 2020. Alta was born in Davis, WV on July 29, 1935 to late John and Elizabeth (Mauzy) Harper. She was the youngest of 12 children. She graduated from Davis High School in Davis, WV. Alta retired from Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. in 1987 with 32 years of service. She...
Wilma L. Watson
Apr 28, 2020
Wilma L. Watson, 86, of Akron, passed away on April 28, 2020. She was born in Barbour, West Virginia on June 27, 1933 to the late Ralph and Lillie Coontz. Wilma loved to be outdoors, watching the birds, tending her flower beds, and raising her chickens. She also enjoyed tag sales. Wilma's family was her heart and soul. She was...
Julianne Jean Hudkins
Apr 28, 2020
Julianne Jean Hudkins, 78 of Akron, passed away on Tuesday, April 28, 2020, at The Colony Healthcare Center in Tallmadge. She was born on February 3, 1942, the daughter of Paul W. and Anna O. {Kasburg} Jackson. Her parents preceded her in death, as well as her loving husband, Bob.Julianne will be dearly missed by her son, Bill; step-sons Robert...
Almeda M. Dixon
Apr 28, 2020
Almeda M. Dixon, 99, passed away April 28, 2020 with her family by her side. Born in Kiefer, Oklahoma to Ezra and Rose (Schneider) Head, she resided in the Akron, Ohio area most of her adult life. Almeda greatly enjoyed ceramics, needlepoint, making pillows for the grandchildren, canning and spending time with her family. Along with her late husband she...
Robert Donald Riley
Apr 28, 2020
Robert Donald Riley, "Don", age 85 of Uniontown, Ohio, died on April 28, 2020 at Altercare Post Acute in Kent. He was born on February 5, 1935 in Cleveland, Ohio, the son of the late Lloyd and Margaret (nee Toth) Riley. Survivors include his children, Patrick (Dee) Riley, Timothy (Debbie) Riley, Steven (Debbie) Riley and Kelly Riley; his grandchildren, Seth...
Charles P. Bixler
Apr 27, 2020
Charles "Pete" Bixler, Sr., age 85, of Mogadore passed away on Monday, April 27, 2020. He was born on August 6, 1934, in Akron, and was a lifelong resident of Mogadore. Pete is survived by his son, Charles P. (Renee) Bixler, Jr. "Pete", daughter Jodi Bixler; grandsons Jeremy and Brock; 4 great-grandchildren; and his dog, Hughey. Charles was retired from...
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