Obituaries

Joseph L. Bearer

Joseph L. Bearer

Jun 13, 2019

Joseph L. Bearer (known as Peepaw and Papa), 1109 months old (92 years), born February 17, 1927, passed away on June 13, 2019. He was a beautiful man inside and out. Known as Snowflake, he was truly one of a kind. Joe was born in Carrolltown, PA and moved to Akron at the age of three. He graduated from Central...

Richard L. Kisela

Richard L. Kisela

Jun 12, 2019

Richard L. Kisela passed away peacefully at City Hospital on Thursday, June 12, 2019, after a long battle with diabetes and kidney failure. He was welcomed into the loving arms of his mother, Sophia, and his cherished Alfalfa and Darla, as well as many other loving family and friends. Richard was born on July 3, 1957 and grew up in...

Sandra Lee Johnson

Sandra Lee Johnson

Jun 12, 2019

Mrs. Sandra Kibler Johnson came into this world on December 21,1950. She was the second of three children born to Boylese Elias Kibler and Louise Crew Kibler (both deceased). She was called home on June 12, 2019. Her brother, Boylese Elias Kibler Jr, preceded her in death.She was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio and attended the Cleveland Public Schools,...

Savella Washington

Savella Washington

Jun 10, 2019

Savella Washington, age 83, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on Monday, June 10th, 2019.Savella, affectionately known as Mickey, was born in Crawfordsville, Arkansas, and moved to Ohio in her youth. After giving birth to her three children, Savella began to experience mental illness which allowed her to live most of her life in a constant state of childlike wonder. She...

Stephen T. Labay, Sr.

Stephen T. Labay, Sr.

Jun 10, 2019

Stephen T. Labay, Sr. passed away Monday June 10, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. Steve grew up in the family business, Johnny's Auto and Truck Towing, Inc., which his father began in 1926. He was behind the wheel of a truck as soon as his feet could reach the pedals. In addition to driving a wrecker, he spent many...

Franklin D. Kittinger

Franklin D. Kittinger

Jun 10, 2019

Frank "Lollypop" D. Kittinger, 80, of Uniontown, passed away on June 10, 2019. A memorial service will be held at his residence on August 24, 2019 at 6:00pm.

John Becker Jr.

John Becker Jr.

Jun 9, 2019

John Becker Jr., 91, passed away June 9, 2019. He was born January 18, 1928 in Akron Ohio, graduated from Springfield High School and served in the U.S. Army Air Force a proud veteran of World War II. John's legacy, as a caring loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather will be remembered by all he touched. Preceded in death by...

Robert D. Mccartt Sr.

Robert D. Mccartt Sr.

Jun 9, 2019

Robert D. "Dave" McCartt Sr., 76, of Akron passed away peacefully surrounded by his beloved family on June 9, 2019. Dave was born on September 12, 1942 in Lake City, Tennessee. He attended Beech Grove elementary school, and received further education while serving in the US Army.Dave was a hard working man who enjoyed working on cars, spending time in...

Keith S. Metzger

Keith S. Metzger

Jun 8, 2019

Keith S. Metzger, 51, passed away on June 8, 2019. He was born on June 15, 1967 in Wickliffe, OH to late parents Paul and Shirley Metzger. Keith enjoyed having family over to show off his barbecuing skills and also loved fishing. He was a skilled craftsman in cabinetry and lamination. In addition to his parents, Keith was preceded in...

Carl Emerson Eikelberry

Carl Emerson Eikelberry

Jun 8, 2019

Carl Emerson Eikelberry, 92, of Streetsboro, passed away peacefully at his home on June 8, 2019. He was born in Cambridge, Ohio on March 13, 1927 to the late Albert and Stella Eikelberry. Carl grew up in St. Clairsville, Ohio. He graduated from St. Clairsville High School in 1948 and belonged to the United Presbyterian Church. In his youth, he...

Donald Carl Buterbaugh

Donald Carl Buterbaugh

Jun 8, 2019

Donald Carl Buterbaugh, "Don" or "Tree Frog", age 67 passed away on June 8, 2019, with his family by his side. Don was born in Akron on February 9, 1952, the son of the late Carl "Butch" and Anna (nee Shanholtz) Buterbaugh. Other than his parents, Don was preceded in death by his siblings, Linda Blake and Ronald Buterbaugh. Survivors...

Brynn Elise Cramer

Brynn Elise Cramer

Jun 7, 2019

Brynn Elise Cramer, age 3, of Akron, Ohio, died on Friday, June 7, 2019 at Akron Children's Hospital. She was born on November 12, 2015 in Akron, the daughter of William Ian and Sarah Marie (nee Lewis) Cramer. Brynn loved to listen to music and watch Disney movies. She really loved being around her siblings. In addition to her parents,...

Doris Lynne Keller

Doris Lynne Keller

Jun 7, 2019

Doris Lynne Keller, 63, passed away suddenly due to health complications on June 7, 2019, at University Hospitals, Portage. She was born July 12, 1955, the daughter of Robert Edward and Doris Blanche (Kellar) Keller. She will be deeply missed by her daughters, Teresa (Rob) Long, Jaimie Huth, Lisa (Maurice) Crockett, and Melody (Joe) Miller; grandchildren Allison, Miranda and Mason...

Annabelle Meadows

Annabelle Meadows

Jun 7, 2019

Annabelle Meadows, age 96 of Akron, Ohio, passed away on June 7, 2019 in Akron City Hospital with her loving nieces and nephews by her side. She was born on November 23, 1922, in Removal, West Virginia, the daughter of the late Minter and Roxie Ann (nee Hall) Cogar, Sr. On May 19, 1951 she married the late Ross Meadows,...

Delphine Lucille Marinchick

Delphine Lucille Marinchick

Jun 6, 2019

Delphine Lucille Marinchick, 84, of Stow, OH passed away June 6, 2019 at Heritage of Hudson. She was born in Cleveland, OH to John and Jane Semon on January 22, 1936. Preceded in death by parents; brothers, Eugene and Richard; husband, Frank; son, Frank Jr.; daughter, Anastasia (Baker); and granddaughter, Natasha Ruffin. Delphine is survived by sons, Dan (Mary) Marinchick,...

Brenda Robison

Brenda Robison

Jun 5, 2019

Brenda Robison, 58, passed away June 5, 2019 at home with her longtime companion, son and dog by her side. Born in Akron, she was a lifelong area resident. Brenda enjoyed gardening, crafting, art work, collecting fine firearms, taking joyrides in her Jeep Wrangler and spending time with her family.Preceded in death by daughter, Danica McMillen and father, Kenneth McMillen,...

Aleene Shipp

Aleene Shipp

Jun 4, 2019

Aleene Shipp, age 71 of Ravenna, Ohio, died on June 4, 2019 at her sister's home in Tallmadge. She was born in Akron, Ohio on August 29, 1947, the daughter of the late Rance and Hazel (nee Barrett) Hunley. Aleene was a graduate of Tallmadge High School and was a retired postal worker. Her sister, Patsy Hunley, survives her. She...

Elouise Twyman

Elouise Twyman

Jun 4, 2019

Elouise Twyman, age 86 of Tallmadge, Ohio, died on Tuesday, June 4, 2019.She was born on August 11, 1932 in Akron, the daughter of the late James and Edwina Burkett. Elouise was a tremendous person of faith, and someone who spent her entire life in her faith taking care of those whom she loved. She was well loved by all...

Michael M. Kugelman

Michael M. Kugelman

Jun 4, 2019

Michael M. Kugelman, 76, went home to be with the Lord on June 4, 2019. He grew up in Canton, OH attending Central Catholic HS, graduating in 1960. Mike served in the US Navy from 1963-67. He graduated from the University of Akron in 1971 with a BSEE in Electrical Engineering. Michael was an honorary member of Eta Kappa Nu...

Susan D. Miller

Susan D. Miller

Jun 3, 2019

Susan D. Miller, "Susie", age 68 of Akron, Ohio, died at her home on June 3, 2019. She was born on February 1, 1951 in Akron, the daughter of the late William Charles and Jo-Ann (nee Brown) Duke.Susie was a huge Steelers fan. She volunteered at several animal rescues in the area. Susie was well known for making Christmas cookies...

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