Feb 4, 2020

Linda M. Bennett, age 70 of Akron, Ohio passed away on February 4, 2020 at her home. She was born on June 15, 1949 the daughter of Gaza Zeffer and Anna (nee Pursley) Zeffer.Linda loved to play bingo, make quilts, and going to casinos. She was the greatest caregiver anyone could ever ask for. Her greatest joy was spending time...

Feb 4, 2020

Feb 3, 2020

Thomas Michael "Woody" Wood, 47, passed away February 3, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, George Wood Jr. and Rosemary Lorkowski, and brother, George Wood III. Woody is survived by sister, Andrea Wood; sister-in-law, Kimberly White; nieces, Kathryn and Britanni; and great-nieces, Payton and Tristan. Visitation will be held Friday, February 7 from 4-6pm at Newcomer Funeral...

Feb 2, 2020

Veronica Wanda Adam, born December 31, 1933 passed away surrounded by family on February 2, 2020. She worked at Akron Board of Education for most of her life. she was preceded in death by her husbands James Ford and Steve Adam. She leaves behind her sister Delora Street; "her children" Rod (fiancée Cindy Idone) and Tanya (Kenneth) Sherlock; grandchildren Jessica,...

Feb 2, 2020

Dustin Kyle Adams, 28, of Akron passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, February 2, 2020. Dustin was from Akron and graduated from Ellet High School in 2009. He did HVAC roofing, and currently employed at Little Tikes. Dustin enjoyed being the life of the party, spending time with his family, and friends. He enjoyed camping, and being outdoors. But most of...

Feb 2, 2020

Shirley Ann Cobb, age 69 of Akron passed away on Sunday, February 2, 2020 with her family by her side. She was born on September 21, 1950, the daughter of Roy and Ethel I. {Swain} Higgins. Shirley will be dearly missed by her husband, Jeff; daughters Tammy (Doug) Whited and Anna Martin; grandchildren Jacqueline, Quartni, and Cameron; puppies Poe and...

Feb 1, 2020

Willie MacArthur Shepard Aka "Mac" "Shep", 77, accepted his wings on Saturday February 1, 2020. Mac was born May 20, 1942 in Wetumpka, Alabama to the late Velta (Shepard) Adamson.Mac was preceded in death by his mother, Velta (Shepard) Adamson, Special Aunt Ruby Smith, Brothers: Elma Clyde Adamson, Hildred Adamson, George Adamson and Robert Adamson.Mac leaves to cherish his memory,...

Feb 1, 2020

Our beloved Dom, 17, was taken from us unexpectedly on February 1, 2020. Dominick was so full of life, with a heart bigger than you could imagine. He had an unforgettable smile that could light up a room. He left a memorable impression on so many lives. He loved spending time with his family, especially his little sister. He loved...

Feb 1, 2020

Helen Zimmerman, age 93, passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2020. She was born on October 18, 1926 in Granite City, IL, and moved to Akron a few years later. Helen spent most of her life in the Firestone Park area.She graduated from Garfield High School in 1944 and started working at S. S. Kresge (now K-Mart) for several years;...

Feb 1, 2020

Jack W. Krager, 73, died February 1, 2020 surrounded by his family after a short but courageous battle with cancer. Born December 22, 1946 in Akron, OH to the late Howard and Geraldine Krager. The leader of this family, Jack was a devoted husband, father, brother, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was a hardworking man who was always willing to lend...

Feb 1, 2020

Emanuel E. Lockett, "Big M", 66, of Akron, went home to be with his Lord on February 1, 2020. He was born in Akron on September 22, 1953 to the late Allan A. and Sallie Mae (nee Gaines) Lockett. Big M graduated from East High School and retired from Local 894 after over 30 years of service. He received Christ...

Feb 1, 2020

Dortha "Dottie" Thomas, 91, of Akron, passed away on February 1, 2020. Dottie was born in Accident, Maryland on January 10, 1929 to the late Walter and Prema Haenftling. She retired from a career in food service at Springfield Schools and was a longtime member of North Springfield Presbyterian Church. In her free time, she enjoyed playing euchre and cheering...

Jan 31, 2020

J.R. Hobbs, 47, of Portage Lakes, passed away suddenly on January 31, 2020 of natural causes. He loved cooking, football (especially the Ravens), and spending time with his family. J.R. will be deeply missed by his wife of 15 years, Kathy Keller; son, Max Keller; mother and father-in-law, Nancy and Larry Spier; brothers-in-law, Mark (Anna) Keller and Steven (Katey) Spier;...

Jan 31, 2020

Christina Ann Ward-Rex, 41, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2020 with her loving family surrounding her, after a very courageous battle with stage four liver cancer. She looked her cancer straight in the face and fought bravely and courageously the whole time, until her body just couldn't fight anymore. She was born on March 12, 1978 at Barberton Hospital...

Jan 31, 2020

Robert E. "Bobby" Eddy, age 67 of Akron passed away on Friday, January 31, 2020. He was born on August 13, 1952, the son of Earl F. and Bertha J. {Metts} Eddy. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, brother Thomas Eddy, sister Betty Gearhart, and brothers-in-law Edward Reeder and Robert Gearhart. He is survived by his love of...

Jan 30, 2020

Lifelong Akron resident and East High School Alumni Harold E. Crawford 89, surrounded by his family passed away on January 30, 2020.Harold is preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Muriel Crawford. He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Jean (Wasson); children, Bret Crawford, Kim (Luke) Eliadis, grandchildren, Brooke, Kelly, Seth, Shane, Casey and granddog Zoey;...

Jan 30, 2020

Ruth "Jo" Wright, 81, passed at her residence and went home to be with the Lord on January 30, 2020. Born March 22, 1938 in Akron, Ohio. She had been an active member of Grace Baptist Church, where she served as a Kitchen Angel. Jo was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Hubert D. Wright; step-son, John...

Jan 28, 2020

Caroline Jean Lutz, "Jean", age 78 of Atwater, Ohio, passed on January 28, 2020 at McCrae Manor in Alliance, Ohio.She was born on June 24, 1941 in Wheeling, West Virginia, the daughter of the late William Valigora and Margaret Caroline Jones. Caroline was a elementary school teacher, teaching in Hawaii and Ohio; she enjoyed and loved all things Christmas and...

Jan 28, 2020

Merle was born on October 28, 1942 and passed away on January 28, 2020 at the age of 77, in Akron. She attended East High School. She never forgot the birthdays of family and friends. Merle and her husband would DJ for her class reunions. She enjoyed the good times she had with her good friends, Kay and Barb. She...

Jan 27, 2020

Charlene Deloris Ford, "Char", age 69 of Akron, Ohio died on Monday, January 27, 2020 at Canal Point Nursing Home. She was born on September 14, 1950 in Akron, the daughter of the late Fred L. and Kathlene D. (nee Harsh) Ford.Charlene graduated from Springfield High School and was a homemaker. She attended Springfield Assembly of God Church. Char is...