Obituaries
James L. Holcomb
Oct 30, 2019
James L. "Jimmy" Holcomb II, 61, passed away October 30, 2019 with his wife by his side. Born in Akron to James and Patricia (Romesburg) Holcomb, he was a lifelong area resident. Jimmy enjoyed canoeing, Cleveland sports teams, traveling and spending time with his family.He will be sadly missed by his wife of 38 years, Patty; step daughter, Althea; grandchildren,...
James Eddy
Oct 29, 2019
James Eddy, 82, peacefully went Home to be with the Lord on October 29, 2019. He enjoyed pitching horse shoes, was a die hard Cleveland Indians fan, and enjoyed attending church with his family. James was preceded in death by his parents, Clem and Sarah; daughter, Kathleen Marie; brother, George; and sisters, Pauline and Opal. He is survived by loving...
Mason Harmon, Jr.
Oct 28, 2019
Mason Harmon Jr., 78, of Akron, OH, also known as "Uncle June", passed away October 28, 2019 surrounded by his loved ones.Mason was preceded in death by two sons; Jerome Drummond Sr. and Derrick L. Harmon. Mason will be truly missed by sisters; Stella M. Pittman, Catherine Wilkins and Bobbie Jean Wilson; son Jeffrey Harmon; daughter DeOnna Michelle (Richard) DeVone;...
Robert Paul Blythe
Oct 28, 2019
Robert Paul Blythe went home to be with the Lord on Monday October 28th 2019. He was born and raised in Akron, Ohio. Bob was the son of a World War 2 veteran, James and especially beloved mother, Marie. Bob spent most of his career in the beverage industry. After becoming saved at 27 years old, he became a very...
Jesse E. Garrison
Oct 28, 2019
Jesse E. Garrison, 88, went home to be with his Lord on Monday, October 28, 2019 at his home. He was born in Green County, PA on March 5, 1931, the son of Harold and Pearl {Jones} Garrison. Jesse retired from Teledine Monarch. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. Jesse was a Godly man, who loved...
Lyle Dean Henkel
Oct 27, 2019
Lyle Dean Henkel was born 1/30/1933 weighing a healthy 15 pounds! He served in the US Air Force during the Korean Conflict and retired from Chrysler. He passed away on 10/27/2019 at the age of 86. Lyle was preceded in death by the love of his life, Donna (O'Toole) Henkel. He leaves behind his children Anita (Mike) Clary, Lyle E....
Ella Mary Boltich
Oct 27, 2019
Ella Mary Boltich, 83, formerly of Hutchinson, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2019. She was born in Greensburg, Pennsylvania on December 2, 1935 to the late Frederick and Irene Newman. Ella was a longtime member of the Hutchinson Women's Club and she worked for the local Election Board. Her greatest joy was being a mother and grandmother. In...
Robert J. Ward
Oct 27, 2019
Robert J. Ward, 66, passed away October 27, 2019 as the result of a car accident. Born in Akron, OH, to Raleigh and Antoinette (Macchiarola) Ward, he was a lifetime area resident. Robert graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School and attended The University of Akron. He was a longtime employee of Coleman Data Solutions. Robert was very strong in his...
Sophie C. Brown
Oct 25, 2019
Sophie C. Brown, 89, of Tallmadge, passed away on October 25, 2019. She was born in Corry, Pennsylvania on June 8, 1930 to the late John and Anna Hajda Czech. Sophie retired from Weatherchem after over 40 years of service. She also spent many years as a server at Silver Lake Country Club. She loved the outdoors and could often...
Ronald Lee Chaffman, Sr.
Oct 25, 2019
Ronald Lee "Ron" Chaffman, Sr., age 88, who was born on October 3, 1931, went home to be with his wife, Anna and his Lord Jesus Christ on October 25, 2019. Ron was born in Baltimore, MD, the son of Raymond and Lydia {Richards} Chaffman. He served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict, from October of 1952...
Sandra Lynn Roser
Oct 24, 2019
Sandra Lynn Roser (Pfeifer)Sandra "Sandy" Roser was called home by her Heavenly Father to be with her Lord and Savior on October 24, 2019, at the age of 73. She was born on September 9, 1946, in Akron, Ohio.Sandy was preceded in death by her father, Henry Pfeifer; baby sister Cheryl May; grandparents Jacob and Augusta Pfeifer; Chester and Addie...
Earl Lynn Moran
Oct 24, 2019
Earl Lynn Moran, 74, passed away into the loving arms of the Lord following a courageous battle with cancer. Born May 3, 1945, he was a lifelong resident of the Akron area. He was a graduate of Hower High School ('63) and served honorably in the United States Army Reserves. Preceded in death by Lavonne and Emmitt Moul, he will...
James Michael Runion
Oct 23, 2019
James "Jim" Michael Runion, 69, fell asleep in the Arms of the Lord on October 23, 2019. Jim was twice president of the Goodyear Heights Lion's Club. Together with his wife, MaryAnn, they were owners of the Goodie Basket Shoppe in Tallmadge. He was a division manager at Tasty Pure Food Company retiring after many years of service. Jim was...
Phyllis Ilene Hicks
Oct 21, 2019
Phyllis Ilene Hicks, 92, passed away on October 21, 2019. Phyllis was born in Crooksville Village, Ohio on May 7, 1927 to the late George and Ella Dobbs. She had many interests, including bowling, shopping, traveling, and country music shows. She was a wonderful mom, grandma, and great-grandma, and will be truly missed by all who knew her. In addition...
Barbara Ann Dimit
Oct 19, 2019
Heaven gained an Angel, Barbara Ann Dimit (nee Worts), "Barb", who passed away on October 19, 2019 at home, peacefully, after a long and courageous battle with MS, she was born on April 30, 1943.She is survived by her loving and devoted husband, Gary, whom she married on June 22, 1963; her children, Debbie Eckley (Dave), Dee Ward (Gary), Diane...
Charles W. Hetzel
Oct 19, 2019
Charles W. Hetzel, Jr., 75, of Macedonia, passed away peacefully at home on October 19, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. He was born to parents Charles and Margaret Hetzel on August 14, 1944 in Chicago, IL. He was preceded in death by his mother, Margaret Papineau (nee Manley), and father Charles; step-father Stanley Papineau; and son Bruce Hetzel.Left to...
Michael J. Springston
Oct 18, 2019
Michael J. Springston, 40, passed away on October 18, 2019. He was a loving son, father and brother. Michael enjoyed rooting for the Browns, fishing and spending time with his family. Michael was preceded in death by his father, Bernard Springston; grandmother, Fleta Edwards; and canine companion, Zeke. He is survived by his mother, Debbie (Bill) Goson; daughter, Mikayla Springston;...
Loretta C. Putt
Oct 18, 2019
Loretta "Lori" C. Putt (Pircio), 87, of Stow, OH passed away on October 18, 2019. Loretta was born in Cleveland, Ohio to parents Louis and Catherine Pircio on August 16, 1932. She graduated from North High School in Akron, class of 1949. Loretta was a beloved mother and grandmother and loved spending time with her family. She was preceded in...
Alene Faye Doan Hagmaier
Oct 18, 2019
Alene Faye Doan Hagmaier, 82, passed peacefully on Friday, October 18, 2019 surrounded by family. A longtime Akron resident, she was born in Bloss, KY on May 7, 1937. Full of life, Alene gave a lifetime of service to her church, was deeply devoted to her husband, son, & family, was a master homemaker, cook, gardener, & loved entertaining at...
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...
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