Jan 8, 2018

Gary Weinsheimer, 72, unexpectedly passed away from health complications on January 8, 2018. A lifelong Akron resident he was born March 30, 1945. Gary retired from Goodyear Aerospace after 35+ years of service. He enjoyed fishing, collecting guns, spoiling his dogs, being retired, and spending time with his wife and family. Gary will be deeply missed. Gary is preceded in...

Jan 8, 2018

Robert C. Anzaldi "Harley Bob", 67, passed away after an extended illness on January 8, 2018. A lifelong resident of Akron, he was born November 30, 1950. Robert enjoyed riding his Harley and participating in many charitable poker runs. He retired after 30 years of service at General Motors. Robert was a "Man" with a kind heart for those in...

Jan 7, 2018

Marvin E. Rayl Sr., 91, gone to be with the Lord on January 7, 2018. He retired from Alsides Inc, a division of US Steel. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 38 years, Laura A. Rayl; and 3 sisters. Marvin is survived by his wife of 29 years, Mary; sons, Marvin E. (Arlene) Rayl Jr. and...

Jan 7, 2018

Roma Elaine Brow, 90, of Stow, passed peacefully on Sunday January 7, 2018. Roma was born on June 5, 1927 in McPherson, KS to the late Rev. Dr. John R. and LuLu Mary Pennington. She was raised in Duluth, MN, and moved to Akron in her early twenties, where she married Donald Francis Brow and started a family together. She...

Jan 7, 2018

Levi Clayton Cox passed away peacefully in his mother's loving arms January 7, 2018. Levi was born on January 3, 2018 to parents Courtney Cox and Gregory Contrascier. During his short time on earth Levi experienced holding his mommy's hand, hugs and kisses and being told "I love you" innumerable amount of times and also his Baptism. God blessed us...

Jan 6, 2018

Loretta Mae Swift, 58, of Akron, went to be with the Lord on January 6, 2018. She was born on June 17, 1959 to the late Maggie and Alex Swift Sr. Loretta served in the US Army as a cook, and continued her love of cooking in the years to follow, working for various restaurants and catering companies. Loretta loved...

Jan 6, 2018

Loren Jack Simpkins, 93, of Kent, passed peacefully at 5:00am on January 6, 2018. He was born on January 3, 1925 in Akron, OH to the late Albert and Florence Simpkins, of Suffield, OH. Jack served in the Navy and was a member of the Mogadore VFW. He was also a 32nd degree Mason who belonged to the Ravenna Lodge....

Jan 6, 2018

Dallas E. Frock, age 79, of Springfield Twp., Ohio, died on Saturday, January 6, 2018 at his home. He was born in Akron on May 24, 1938, the son of the late Edgar and Ethel (nee Raneer) Frock.Dallas was a 1956 graduate of Springfield High School and a local truck driver. He was an antique car enthusiast and went to...

Jan 5, 2018

John W. Kelley, III, "Jack", age 85, of Randolph, passed away January 5, 2018. Jack was born in Akron, Ohio, on June 29, 1932 to the late John William Kelley, Jr. and Rose (nee Hadinger) Kelley Bates. Jack graduated from Randolph High School in 1950 and followed his lifelong passion to become a printer by attending Howard Trade School. At...

Jan 5, 2018

Gerald W. Kirkman, "Jerry", age 70 of Akron, Ohio, died on Friday, January 5, 2018 at his home, the VA Medical Foster Care Home in Bath Twp., Ohio.He was born in Akron, Ohio, on July 6, 1947, the son of the late Jimmie and Vida Mae (nee Swisher) Kirkman. Jerry was an honorably discharged US Army veteran and served during...

Jan 4, 2018

William "Randy" Newell, 62, of Akron, passed away on January 4, 2018. He was born on April 18, 1955 in Ashland, Kentucky to the late Raymond and Mary Newell. Will had a long career in aviation as a mechanic and aircraft inspector and also as a railroad engineer. He was part of the crew that designed and maintained the record-breaking...

Jan 4, 2018

Charles Weldon Jr., 100, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2018. He was born in Chillicothe, OH on September 28, 1917 to the late Charles and Flora Weldon. Chuck proudly served in the U.S. Army during World War II, earning two Bronze stars. He retired from Union Chain after 32 years of employment. Chuck loved walking at the Tallmadge Recreation...

Jan 2, 2018

Pastor Arthur R. Large, "Ray" or "Art", age 87, of Pleasant City, Ohio, died on January 2, 2018 at 5:15 AM at Select Specialty Hospital. He was born on October 21, 1930 in Belfry, KY, the son of the late Alvin and Victoria (nee Chapman) Large. He was a pastor for over 30 years in the Cleveland area at the...

Jan 2, 2018

James A. Watkins, 61, was called home to be with the Lord on January 2, 2018.He is survived by his wife, Pam; son, Bill; granddaughter, Bella Watkins; step-daughter, Rachelle Lyon; mother, Halcie Cramer; sisters, Sue Pletcher and Judy Hunt.James is preceded in death by his father, Jennings Watkins; siblings, Ronnie, Roger, and Betty Watkins; and stepdaughter, Faith Lawson.A memorial service...

Jan 2, 2018

Kenneth J. Frech, 91, went to be with the Lord Jesus Christ on January 2, 2018 after an extended struggle with dementia. Ken was born on September 29, 1926 in Creekside, PA. He served in the US Army in the Philippines during WW II. Ken graduated from St. V incent College with a chemistry degree and from Penn State University...

Jan 2, 2018

Jan 1, 2018

Karen L. Henry (Vance), 68, of Akron, passed away New Years Day following a lengthy illness. Karen was an animal lover, especially of her beloved Lab "Ebony" and her cat "Pea-Dinkle." She enjoyed crocheting and spending time with people she came in contact with. Karen had a kind, loving heart and she will be missed dearly by all who met...

Jan 1, 2018

Jean Grace Leggett (nee Neitz), 91, long time resident of the Ellet neighborhood, gently went to the great cabin in the sky on New Year's Day. Born in 1926, in Akron, OH, to Chester and Mary Susan Neitz (nee Moore). Jean was President of the 6th Ward Democratic Women's Club, a tireless volunteer for the National and Ohio Federations of...

Dec 31, 2017

David Allen Underwood, 63, of Akron, passed away on December 31, 2017. He was born in Akron on November 10, 1954. David was preceded in death by his parents, James and Freda Underwood; brother, William "Craig" Underwood; his love, Mitzi "Claire"; and brother-in-law, Bernie. He leaves behind his brother, James (Michelle); sister, Lisa Barnhart; sister-in-law; Julie Underwood; children, Jill, Tara,...

Dec 31, 2017

Thomas J. Burns, 70, of Akron, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on December 31, 2017. He was born on December 21, 1947 in Osceola Mills, PA to the late Raymond and Margaret Burns. Tom proudly served in the U.S. Air Force and retired with over 30 years of service with Goodyear Tire and Rubber and Viox....