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Ritha Jean Cottrell
Oct 18, 2019
Ritha Jean Cottrell, 75, passed away at home into the arms of Jesus on October 18, 2019 after a lengthy battle with cancer. She leaves behind her husband of 55 years, Derris "Darrell"; daughter, Sheri (David) Hutson; 7 granddaughters; 1 departed grandson; 2 great-granddaughters; 2 sisters; and 2 brothers. Friends and family will be received from 4pm-8pm on Saturday, October...
Robert L. Woodard
Oct 16, 2019
Robert L. Woodard, 79, of Akron, OH passed away at home with his son and daughter by his side on Wednesday, October 16, 2019. He was born on June 19, 1940 to parents Jack and Annie May Woodard in Shelbyville, TN. Bob was preceded in death by his wife Martha of 54 years.Left to cherish his memory are his children,...
Elisabeth Alice Taylor
Oct 16, 2019
Elisabeth Alice Taylor, "Liz", age 67 of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, died peacefully on October 16, 2019 at her home.She was born on January 25, 1952 in Akron, the daughter of the late James William Goff and Pierrette Catherine (nee Pennerath) "Perry" Wise. Elisabeth worked at many nursing homes throughout the area as a PRN. She loved taking care of those...
Marjorie Doepel
Oct 15, 2019
Marjorie Doepel, 88, wife of the late Fred Doepel, Jr., passed away Tuesday, October 15, 2019.Born in Salem, OH, she was a daughter of the late Harry and Elizabeth O'Connor Kyser.She is survived by her daughters, Melissa McDonald and husband, Geordie, of Simpsonville, SC, and Mary Elizabeth Harrison and husband, Chris, of Tampa, FL; son, Greg Calvin and wife, Deanna,...
Geoffrey Lynn Knowles
Oct 15, 2019
Geoffrey Lynn Knowles, age 59, of Akron passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2019 at Akron City Hospital. He was born on October 26, 1959, the son of Edward Chase Knowles and Catherine Elizabeth Glad. Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions asks that any family members of Geoffrey call us as soon as possible at 330-784-3334.
Betty J. Mccleary
Oct 15, 2019
Betty J. McCleary was born October 12, 1923 and passed away October 15, 2019 at the age of 96. She graduated from Central High School and went on to marry her husband of 27 years, Gail F. McCleary. Before having children Betty worked at Firestone, then resigned to become a stay at home mother. After the death of her husband...
Carol June Brammer
Oct 15, 2019
Carol June Brammer of Doylestown, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2019 at the age of 81. Carol was born on April 7, 1938 in Doylestown, the daughter of the late George and May (nee Huth) Trenary.Survivors include her husband of 63 years, Larry, they married on September 22, 1956; her son, Brian of Doylestown; her brother, Gerald (Debra) Trenary...
Alice L Miller
Oct 14, 2019
Alice L. Miller, 90, went home to be with the Lord on October 14, 2019.Alice was a loving mother and grandmother who enjoyed being home with her family. Alice graciously donated to many local charities. She was a long time member of the Ladies Auxiliary for Springfield Township, volunteering, baking, and cooking for the Springfield Fire department. But her greatest...
Rebecca "Becky" Thompson (Nee Helsel)
Oct 14, 2019
Rebecca "Becky" Thompson (nee Helsel), 73, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on October 14th, 2019. Becky was born to Emory and Virginia Helsel in Altoona, Pa. on May 2, 1946. She was a loving and devoted wife to her husband Bill Thompson for 54 years. Her love and presence will definitely be missed by him. Family and loved...
Ella Mae Whiteman-Stinson
Oct 14, 2019
Ella Mae Whiteman-Stinson, age 85, passed away in her home with her daughter by her side on Monday, October 14, 2019.Ella was a loving mother to Juanita (David) Bennett, Robert E. (Cheryl) Whiteman, and Cathy (Dennis) Drummond; adored grandmother of Robert Spry, David Armentrout, Josh Drummond, Robert J. Whiteman, Patrick Whiteman, Kristie Gerhart; and caring great-grandmother to 15 great-grandchildren.She loved...
Ernest R. Buchanan
Oct 13, 2019
Ernest R. "Uncle E" Buchanan, 71, went home to be with the Lord on October 13, 2019. Ernie was born in Mogadore, Ohio to Carl and Mary Jane Buchanan on February 1, 1948. He graduated from Garfield High School in Akron then enlisted and served the United States Marine Corps. Ernie served in the Vietnam war and he was a...
Miles Gwyllum Hardesty
Oct 12, 2019
Miles Gwyllum Hardesty, 60, passed away suddenly on Oct 12th, 2019. Born on Sept 30, 1959, Miles is survived by his wife, Sherrie; children, Kristen (Toby) and Justin (Jordan); grandchild Wynter, and many other family and friends. As owner of M&H Automotive for 45 years, he had a passion for cars. Miles had a long career in police work with...
Raymond S. Schafer
Oct 12, 2019
Raymond S. Schafer, "Ray", age 47 of Springfield Twp., Ohio, died on October 12, 2019 at Akron City Hospital after a long battle with cancer. He was born on January 31, 1972 in Akron, the son of Louann (nee Bell) Long of Conway, SC and the late Dennis Schafer. Ray was a 1991 graduate of Springfield High School. He was...
Rita M. Blakemore
Oct 11, 2019
Rita M. Blakemore, 87, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on October 11, 2019. Rita was born in Cleveland, Ohio to Ralph and Jennie (nee Gallitto) Gattozzi on October 24, 1931. Rita graduated magna cum laude from Kent State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Education. Her lifetime mission was to be a good mother, which she accomplished. She enjoyed her...
Clayton E. Powell Jr.
Oct 11, 2019
Clayton E. Powell, Jr. "Butch", age 72, died on October 11, 2019 at Barberton Citizens Hospital. He was born on March 9, 1947 in Barberton, the son of the late Clayton E. and Sarah (nee Myford) Powell, Sr. Clayton was a graduate of Norton High School and worked for various companies, Goodrich Rubber Company, R and R Engine and Firestone...
Wynona C. Urbach
Oct 11, 2019
WYNONA C. URBACHWynona 'Winnie' Urbach passed away October 11, 2019 after a long illness. Born in Akron August 18, 1928, Winnie spent a lifetime surrounded by family and wealth of friends in Springfield Township.Like her Mother, Winnie was a student of human nature. She enjoyed genealogy, township history, and was an avid reader. She was preceded in death by parents...
James Paul Haasz
Oct 11, 2019
James Paul Haasz, "Jim", age 78, passed away on October 11, 2019, the world lost a wonderful husband, brother, father, grandfather and friend. Jim passed away after a courageous battle with cancer at home surrounded by his loving family.Jim was born July 14, 1941 in Akron, the son of the late Nick and Ruth (nee Lingel) Haasz.He is survived by...
Rosemary Alice Zornes
Oct 10, 2019
Rosemary Alice Zornes, "Rose", age 67 of Akron, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on October 10, 2019 at her home. She was born on May 9, 1952 in Akron, the daughter of the late Howard Ray and Fairy (nee Parsons) Wriston. Rose was a 1970 graduate of Garfield High School. She was also a faithful member of...
Donald R. Boggs
Oct 9, 2019
Donald R. Boggs, 69, of Akron, passed away October 9, 2019. He was born July 20, 1950 to Bill and Rhoda Boggs. Don was a graduate of Ellet High School, class of '69. He was a retiree of Consolidated Freightways, where he served as a union steward. He was also a proud employee of the city of Akron for 3...
Annie Doris Whited
Oct 8, 2019
Annie Doris Whited, age 95, a longtime resident of Ellet, passed away October 8, 2019 at her home. Private interment will be held at Hillside Memorial Park.Doris was born October 7, 1924, in Florence, South Carolina. She retired from Ohio Edison after 33 years of service in the Stock Transfer department. Doris loved to play bingo, and doted on her...
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