Mar 22, 2019

Betty Ann Scarberry, 65, peacefully went to be with the Lord on March 22, 2019. A lifelong resident of Akron, she was born in Camp Lejeune, NC to late parents, William J. and Mary R. Welker. Her family was the love of her life. She was an avid reader, enjoyed crocheting quilts, taking trips to Florida and was especially fond...

Mar 22, 2019

Lawrence Arden Mehling, "Larry", age 82, of Kent, Ohio, died at his home on March 22, 2019.He was born on March 28, 1936 in Rootstown, Ohio, the son of the late Robert and Agnes (nee Knoch) Mehling. Larry was an honorably discharged US Army Veteran, serving during the Vietnam War. He worked and retired from RB&W located in Kent. He...

Mar 20, 2019

George Joseph Falkenstein, known to his family as "Jody", passed away unexpectedly on March 20, 2019 at the age of 53 years.A native of Akron, Jody graduated from Springfield High School. He completed his education at NIT Vocational Trade Center before pursuing a career of almost twenty years as a professional Arborist with the Davey Expert Tree Company.Jody had a...

Mar 20, 2019

Una Riley, 67, of Akron, passed away on March 20, 2019. Una was a member of Akron Central Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. She retired from FirstMerit Bank after 15 years of service.Una is survived by her loving husband, Tyrone; siblings, James (Connie) Mathews, Otha Loftin,David (Candace) Mathews, Marilyn Oliver, Walter Mathews, and Harold Garrett; honorary son and daughter, Daniel and...

Mar 20, 2019

Betty J. Sells, (nee Six), passed away peacefully and into the arms of our Lord on Wednesday, March 20, 2019 at the age of 83. She was born on August 2, 1935 in Akron, to the late Thomas and Marjorie (nee Lindville) Six, she lived in Rootstown where she attended school through the 10th grade and moved back to Akron,...

Mar 19, 2019

Donna J. Nash, 92, of Lawrenceville, GA, passed away on March 19, 2019. A longtime Akron resident, she was born November 28, 1926, the daughter of Paul E. and Onie J. {Geisinger} McDaniel. Donna became Mrs. Lester R. Nash on November 17, 1981. He passed away in 2001.Donna was a very involved member of the Williard United Church of Christ...

Mar 19, 2019

Graciela Overstreet, "Grace", age 37 of Akron, Ohio, died on March 19, 2019 in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, after suffering injuries following a motorcycle accident. She was born on July 14, 1981 in New Brunswick, NJ, the daughter of Jorge N. Castellanos and Michelle K. Gardella, both of Painesville, Ohio. Graciela was a 1999 graduate of Springfield High School. She was...

Mar 19, 2019

Norman J. Rhoades, 87, passed away on March 19, 2019 after a short illness. A lifelong resident of Akron, Norm was born December 22, 1931. He served in the Navy during the Korean Conflict and retired from AT&T after 35 years of service. Norm enjoyed the outdoors and spending time with his family. Norman is preceded in death by his...

Mar 18, 2019

Sandra passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, March 18, 2019 at the age of 73. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wallace D. Webb; beloved grandparents, Rudolph E. and Mary Irene Perrot, who raised her from the age of 7 months old; and her special cousin, David Swinehart. Sandra is survived by her devoted family including...

Mar 17, 2019

Richard Michael Sutter, 69, of Baltimore, MD, passed away March 17, at Akron General Hospital. He was surrounded by family as he went to meet his Lord. He worked at General Tire of Akron, OH for many years, as well as Ukazoo and Discover Books. He recently retired. He is survived by ex-wife, Ruth; children Tienne, Angela, Cherilyn, Robert, Vincent,...

Mar 17, 2019

Mary Jane Major (nee Hill), 87, passed away March 17, 2019 at Woodlands in Ravenna. Born in Rinards Mills, Ohio to Wilford and Olive (Griffin) Hill, she was a lifetime member of the Church of Christ in Ravenna, where she taught Sunday School for over 40 years. Those who knew Jane will always remember how she cooked and baked on...

Mar 16, 2019

Gerald R. Brown, 85, of Tallmadge, passed away on March 16, 2019. He was born in Union City, Pennsylvania on November 12, 1933 to the late Garold and Niva Brown. Gary retired from Marik Springs in 2016, after almost 50 years of service. A gifted musician, Gary played the electric guitar in a band for many years. He was also...

Mar 16, 2019

William DeWitt Davis, "Bill", age 91 of Akron, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on March 16, 2019. Bill was born on December 5, 1927 in Livingston, Tennessee, the son of the late William and Zula (nee Nivens) Davis. He retired from Goodyear with nearly 46 years of service. He has lived in Akron his entire adult life....

Mar 15, 2019

Mar 14, 2019

Stanley Garretson, age 83, of Akron, Ohio, died on Thursday, March 14, 2019 at the home of his friend, Patricia Doane in Akron.He was born on August 16, 1935 in West Virginia. If Anyone KNOWS THE WHEREABOUTS OF ANY FAMILY MEMBER RELATED TO STANLEY, PLEASE CALL NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 330-784-3334, address of funeral home, 131 North Canton Road, Akron, Ohio...

Mar 14, 2019

On March 14, 2019 we lost a great brother, best friend, terrific uncle and all around wonderful man. Surrounded by family, David age 66, passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with lung disease. David proudly served his country in the U.S. Army with honor and distinction.He was an avid golfer especially enjoying his league play and championship year. David...

Mar 14, 2019

Cheryl Sue Gant, age 61, of Springfield Township, Ohio, died on March 14, 2019 at her home. She was born on March 13, 1958 in Akron, the daughter of the late Leland and Bonneta (nee Stratton) Adkins.Cheryl was a graduate of Ellet High School and was a homemaker. She enjoyed sewing, and spending time with her grandchildren and family.Survivors include...

Mar 13, 2019

Charles H. Pensyl, "Chuck", age 100, of Hartville, Ohio, formerly of Akron, died on Thursday, June 13, 2019 in Hartville. He was born June 22, 1918 in Akron, the son of the late Donald L. and Elizabeth (nee Lucas) Pensyl.Mr. Pensyl was an honorably discharged US Army veteran, serving during WWII, his rank was corporal.Chuck was a wood pattern maker...

Mar 13, 2019

Johnathan "John John" Neil VanBuskirk, 37, passed away unexpectedly March 13, 2019 at home. He was an amazing father, husband, brother and son. John John dedicated his time after work to his daughter's softball team, which he coached the past six years. He was also always there to lend a hand to his son's wrestling team. He was known for...

Mar 13, 2019

Karma J. Sica, 80, of Ellet, passed peacefully surrounded by her daughters on March 13, 2019. She was born on June 27, 1938 in Maynard, Ohio to the late Ernest and Emma Yanssens. Karma was an avid Cavs fan. She loved playing bingo, and treasured her time spent in the activity room at Bath Creek Estates. Above anything, Karma loved...