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Calvin Lee Claytor
Mar 1, 2020
On Sunday evening, March 1, 2020, Calvin Lee Claytor, age 94, began his life in eternal glory. Calvin was born in Akron, Ohio on August 8, 1925, to the late Joseph Otto Claytor and Katie Lee Shaner. He was preceded in death by his brother Joseph Oliver and his sister Evelyn. He was a longtime member of Springfield Baptist Church,...
Taylor Glen Herchik
Mar 1, 2020
Taylor Glen Herchik was born March 7, 1986 in Houston, Texas, to the late Terry L. (nee Cox) Herchik and Michael W. (Sharon) Herchik of Uniontown, Ohio. Taylor passed away suddenly, on Sunday, March 1, 2020 in Akron, Ohio.Other than his father and stepmother, Taylor is survived by his siblings, Andrea M. Herchik of Shaker Heights, Jason and Rachel Peterson...
Jacqueline Cruse
Mar 1, 2020
Jacqueline Cruse, 72, passed away peacefully Sunday, March 1, 2020 after a long battle with dementia. Jackie was born June 8, 1947 to Jack and Helen (Garcea) Lynn. She graduated from St. Mary's High School in 1965 and spent a short time training to become a nun. Upon deciding it wasn't the life for her Jackie returned to Akron and...
Milo Ward Hutchison
Mar 1, 2020
Milo Ward Hutchison, age 68 of Akron passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2020. He was born on October 4, 1951, the son of Gilbert and Annie Luva {Epp} Hutchison. Milo married the love of his life, Karen (nee Harker) on September 18, 1971. She is left to carry on his legacy, along with their children Angela Hutchison and Theresa...
Lois Ann Wallace
Feb 29, 2020
Lois Ann Wallace, age 78 of Akron, Ohio, passed away on February 29, 2020 at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation. She was born on January 22, 1942 in French Creek, West Virginia, the daughter of the late Walter Ray and Eula Ray (nee Sears) Cool. Lois was a homemaker and she enjoyed working crossword puzzles, bingo, reading the newspaper, watching Gun...
Sandra K. Hoard
Feb 29, 2020
Sandra K. "Sandy" Hoard, 77, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family and joining her husband, Forest "Bud", on Saturday, February 29, 2020. Sandra fought a courageous and long 13 year battle with cancer. She was born to parents, Earl "Osbourne" and Irene McCracken on September 19, 1942.Preceding her in death is her husband, Forest "Bud" Hoard; daughter, Mary Ann...
Jeanne S. Mohler (Hotchkiss)
Feb 29, 2020
Jeanne S. Mohler (Hotchkiss), 64, of Mogadore, passed away on February 29, 2020. She was born to the late David and Eva Hotchkiss on April 10, 1955 in Meyersdale, Pennsylvania. Jeanne was a 1973 graduate from Mogadore High School. She was employed for over 30 years at Famous Supply. "Jeanne Bug" was an animal lover from a very early age.Jeanne...
Janet R. Wagner
Feb 29, 2020
Janet R. Wagner, age 84 of Akron, Ohio, passed away on February 29, 2020 at her home. She was born on March 25, 1935 in Akron, the daughter of the late Elmer John and Mary Elizabeth (nee Hughes) Bond. Janet was a homemaker and loved and took care of her family. She enjoyed cooking, baking and her church, Gospel Crusaders...
David R. Lacy Sr.
Feb 27, 2020
David R. Lacy, Sr., 66, was born December 24, 1953 in Akron, Ohio to Washington Lacy Jr. and Annie L. Lacy, the third of six children. He passed away on Thursday, February 27, 2020, after a long illness. David was a lifetime resident of Akron, Ohio. He graduated from Garfield High School, Class of 1972, where he was on the...
Donald T. Wight
Feb 27, 2020
Donald T. Wight, 98, entered the Lord's heavenly home on Thursday, February 27, 2020. Don was born in Toledo and moved to Columbus at an early age. He attended Ohio State University before enlisting in the U.S. Navy during WWII. He was a Sonarman 1st Class aboard the destroyer, USS Bernadou in the European Theater. Eventually, he settled in Akron...
Joseph S. Greathouse
Feb 27, 2020
Joe embarked on his eternal motorcycle ride February 27, 2020 to join his Dad (Joseph V. Greathouse) and many friends who have been waiting for him. During his life, Joe enjoyed raising his boxers. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle and being a mechanic. He made a point to have fun and forge lasting...
Bonnie Jo Oles
Feb 27, 2020
Bonnie Jo Oles, age 53 of Rootstown, Ohio, died on February 27, 2020 at the Avenue of Aurora. She was born on April 1, 1966 in Akron, the daughter of the late Robert G. and Louisa L. (nee Fellabom) Oles I.Bonnie was a 1986 graduate of North High School and worked at Portage Industries Workshop in Ravenna. She enjoyed her...
Jeanette L. Marous (Kuligowski, Scheffer)
Feb 27, 2020
Jeanette L. Marous/Kuligowski (nee Scheffer)Jeanette Marous, age 91, passed away February 27, 2020. She passed away peacefully at her home with husband, Jerome and daughter, Julie and family by her side. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2020 at West Falls Bible Church in West Falls, New York. Donations may be...
John E. Staton
Feb 27, 2020
John E. Staton, age 93 of Akron, Ohio, entered into Heaven on Thursday, February 27, 2020. He is now with his loving wife, Esther Jayne (nee Mellinger) Staton, she preceded him in death on August 27, 2000 and they were united in marriage on August 19, 1949. Also in Heaven are his parents, Frank G. and Annie (nee Williamson) Staton...
Virginia A. Werner
Feb 26, 2020
Virginia A. Werner, 95, of Akron, passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2020. She was born in Akron, OH on September 15, 1924.She was preceded in death by her husband James M. Werner, Sr.; and granddaughter, Larie Stephan.Left to cherish her memory are her children; James Werner, Jr., Sheryl Martin, Paul Werner (Pattie); Virginia Stephan, Margaret Lumsden (Howard); grandchildren, Duane...
Thomas E. Brandt
Feb 22, 2020
Thomas E. "Tom" Brandt, 77, of N. Canton OH, passed away on February 22, 2020. He was born to parents Edward and Evelyn Brandt in Cleveland, OH on May 8, 1942. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Kathy Scheel.Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Marilyn, of 30 years; children, Jennifer (Dennis) Spohn, Jason (Amy)...
John Thomas Mckinney
Feb 22, 2020
John Thomas McKinney, age 66, of Stow passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2020. He was born on December 8, 1953, the son of Albert B and Margaret {Matis} McKinney.John married the love of his life, Mary on September 15, 1990. Also left to carry on John's legacy is their son, Galen; siblings Barbara (Aran) Kongmuang, Charles (Deborah) McKinney, Patricia...
Kay F. Elder
Feb 21, 2020
Kay F. Elder, 77, passed away February 21, 2020 at Windsong Care Center. She resided in Akron, Ohio all of her adult life and taught sign language at the Akron area hospitals. Kay greatly enjoyed swimming, drawing, adult coloring books Bible study and she loved Jesus most of all.Preceded in death by her parents and siblings, she will be sadly...
William James "Will" Wright
Feb 21, 2020
William "Will" James Wright, 40, of Suffield Twp., passed away suddenly on February 21, 2020.Will was born on October 25, 1979, the son of Virginia (Talbott) Wright of Kent and the late Rex Allen Wright. He was a graduate of Field High School and Kent State University. He was a long time employee with CVS at multiple locations in Ohio....
James A. Lee, Sr.
Feb 21, 2020
James A. Lee Sr., 69, of Akron, passed away on February 21, 2020. He was born to parents Lysander and Kathleen (nee Ganley) Lee on August 28, 1950 in Johnstown, PA. Preceding him in death are his parents; sisters Pat and Verna; father-in-law George Hollowniczky and brother-in-law Daniel Hollowniczky.Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 34 years, Debbie...
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