Obituaries
Norma J. Large
Aug 2, 2018
Norma J. Large, 78, of Akron, passed away August 2, 2018. Norma was born in Lansing, Michigan on February 13, 1940 to the late Robert and Norma Vaillancourt. She worked for attorneys and judges in the Canton area, and also worked as a Red Cross employee at Timkin Mercy Medical Center for 5 years. Norma and her husband Denny moved...
Murrel Johnson
Aug 2, 2018
Murrel Johnson, 69, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on August 2, 2018. A longtime Akron resident, he was one of nine children born to late parents Louis and Clara Bell Johnson, on July 12, 1949 in Lake Providence, LA. Murrel worked as a Local #17 Ironworker for many years alongside his brothers, later to begin a career...
Gerald O. Auvil
Aug 1, 2018
Gerald "Jerry" O. Auvil, 81, of Uniontown, formerly of Romulus, MI, passed away on August 1, 2018. Jerry was born in Akron, OH on February 1, 1937 to the late Okey and Ruth Auvil. He graduated from Akron North High School, and served in the US Navy and later in the Airforce. Jerry spent most of his life living in...
Danny A. Legg Jr.
Jul 31, 2018
Danny A. Legg, Jr. 39, of Akron, passed away suddenly on July 31, 2018. Danny graduated from Springfield High School in 1997, joined the Army at age 18, and most recently he was employed as a mechanic for Sean Hunt at Monro Tire. Danny's sense of humor and practical joking will be dearly missed by all who knew him. He...
Mandel Talbott
Jul 30, 2018
Mandel "Mike" Talbott, 84Jan 30,1934 - July 30, 2018The one thing he couldn't fix with duct tape.He was born in Belpre, Ohio. Mike was a member of the Sheet Metal Workers Union Local 33 for 59 yrs. He loved building things, mowing grass and camping.Mike is survived by his wife, Ginny; son, Chris Talbott; daughter, Trisha (Steve) Arteno; best friends,...
Michele Denise Walker
Jul 30, 2018
Michele Denise Walker, 43, of Akron, passed away July 30, 2018 surrounded by her family. Michele was born in Akron, Ohio on January 24, 1975 and she devoted her life to loving and caring for her family. Michele loved to rescue animals, especially kittens. She was the strongest person we knew and had the biggest heart. She fought a hard...
Angela Marie Davis
Jul 29, 2018
Angela Marie Davis, age 42 of Tallmadge, Ohio, died on July 29, 2018, surrounded by family at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City. She was born on July 30, 1975 in Kent, Ohio, the daughter of Victor and Barbara (nee Wallace) Vatalaro of Kent. In addition to her parents, Angela is survived by her husband, Eric Richard...
Nancy A. Bosshard
Jul 29, 2018
Nancy A. Bosshard, 71, of Akron, left this earthly place to be joined with her mother and sister, on July 29, 2018. She was loving, caring, helpful and selfless. Nancy enjoyed artwork, taking photos, and taking care of her grandson. She was preceded in death by her parents, Betty Carpenter and Norman Sharlon; sister, Mary Hopp. Nancy leaves to cherish...
Thomas Earl Clay Sr.
Jul 29, 2018
Thomas Earl Clay, Sr., 70, of Akron, passed away July 29, 2018. Tom was born in Deep Water, West Virginia on January 18, 1948 to the late Julia and Travis Clay. Tom was an Army veteran and had served during Vietnam and he retired from Sonoco Products with 46 years of employment. He was very active with the Boy Scouts,...
Dottie O'Neil
Jul 29, 2018
Dottie O'Neil, 70, went home to be with the Lord on July 29, 2018. She was a devoted wife, a caring mother, and was very generous to others. Dottie was preceded in death by her brother, Larry. She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Jack; children, Jacob (Kimberly), Jayson (Rose), Angela; 8 grandchildren; brothers, Roger, Alan; and other...
Mark Andrew Eplin
Jul 28, 2018
Mark Andrew Eplin, 56, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on July 28, 2018. He was born in Akron on December 19, 1961. Mark was a valued employee of Macy's for 29 years, retiring in 2011 due to disabilities. He was a longtime member of Ellet Community Church of God where he was a Sunday School teacher...
Romilda I. Hammond
Jul 28, 2018
Romilda I. Hammond, 84, of Akron, passed away on July 28, 2018. She was born in Alabama on April 4, 1934, but lived most of her life in the Akron area. Many will miss Romilda, and more are awaiting her.Romilda will be deeply missed by her children, Terry "Rick" (Cheryl) Hammond, and Becky Pope; brothers, Garry (Michelle) Derrick, and James...
Sheila D. Combs
Jul 27, 2018
Sheila D. Combs, 46, of Barberton, passed away unexpectedly on July 27, 2018. Sheila was born in Akron on June 3, 1972. She graduated from Mogadore High School and Taylor University. She also studied nursing at the University of Akron and was an STNA. Sheila was a dedicated member of Christ Community Chapel. She will always be remembered for her...
David A. Bailey
Jul 26, 2018
David A. Bailey, 50, went home to be with the Lord on July 26, 2018 after a long illness . He was born on August 28, 1967 in Barberton, OH. David was a graduate of Kent State and was an educator for several years. He was a roller coaster enthusiast belonging to ACE, had a great sense of humor, and...
Cheryl J. Plemons (Kennedy)
Jul 26, 2018
Cheryl J. Plemons (Kennedy), 73, passed peacefully surrounded by her family on July 26, 2018 in Akron, Ohio.Cheryl was born on September 16, 1944 in Akron, Ohio to the late Wilburn and Imogene Brown. It was there that she worked for B&O Railroad as a telephone operator, married, and started her family. In the mid-1980's, Cheryl and her husband, Bob,...
William M. Buxton Ii
Jul 25, 2018
William M. Buxton II "Bill", 58, of Akron, passed away unexpectedly on July 25, 2018. He was born in Akron on October 21, 1959. Bill loved to fish and spend time with family and friends. He was a wonderful Dad and Grandpa, and will be missed by all who knew him. Bill was preceded in death by his father, Robert...
Dudley P. Davis
Jul 25, 2018
Dudley P. Davis, 82, passed away peacefully at home on July 25, 2018. He was born in Taylor County, WV on April 24, 1936 to the late Rev. Loran P. and Juanita G. Davis. Together with his wife Edna they ran East Drive-in for 25 years. He was an avid hunter and an excellent angler. In addition to his parents,...
Maebell Portis
Jul 24, 2018
Maebell Portis, 71 of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on July 24, 2018. Family will receive friends on Friday August 3, 2018 from 11-1pm with the funeral service immediately following at Newcomer Funeral Home 131 N. Canton Rd. Akron, OH 44305. Interment Lakewood Cemetery. Procession will form and condolences may be sent to 1203 Neville Ave. Akron,...
Teresa Darlene Craft
Jul 24, 2018
Teresa Darlene Craft, 60, passed away after a long illness on July 24, 2018. She was born on January 30, 1958 in Kingsport, TN and resided in the Akron area most of her life. Teresa made friends easily and maintained those friendships throughout her life. She enjoyed gambling, gardening and family get togethers. Although she never admitted being a dog...
Kimberly Sue Hostetler
Jul 24, 2018
Kimberly Sue Hostetler, "Kim", age 52 of Tallmadge, Ohio, died unexpectedly after a short illness on July 24, 2018 at Western Reserve Hospital in Cuyahoga Falls. She was born on August 31, 1965 in Akron, the daughter of Judith G. (nee Perrine) Lambert of Akron and the late Steve Lambert. Kim was a 1983 graduate of Akron East High School...
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