Nov 17, 2017

Josephine Harris, 75, of Akron, passed peacefully surrounded by her family on November 17, 2017. Josephine was born on April 14, 1942 Newport, Arkansas to the late Edward and King Person. She was very active in the church and served as an usher for many years. She enjoyed fishing, cooking, bingo, and family gatherings.Josephine was preceded in death by her...

Nov 17, 2017

Marlene (Wearley) Stephenson, 85, passed away November 17, 2017 at home surrounded by family. Marlene retired from Kmart with 20 years service. Marlene enjoyed dining out, travel, visiting casinos and reading. She spent hours creating beautiful needlepoint and knitting projects.Marlene was preceded in death by daughter, Nancy. She is survived by sons, Richard (Nancie), Kenneth (Michelle), and Jeffrey; grandchildren, Mikenna,...

Nov 16, 2017

Esther L. Hagen, 94, of Akron, passed away November 16, 2017. Esther was born in Colver, Pennsylvania on July 30, 1923 to the late Calvin and Jessie Mervine. Prior to moving to Akron in 1943, she was a resident of Nanty Glo, PA. She was very proud of her part-time service at the Summit County Board of Elections, where she...

Nov 16, 2017

Richard A. Mills, "Rick", age 67, of Akron, Ohio, died on Thursday, November 16, 2017 at the Hospice Care Center in Copley with his loving family by his side. He was born on May 13, 1950 in Akron, the son of the late Shird and Elsie (nee Buchanan) Mills.Rick retired from SGS Tool Company where he worked for 20 plus...

Nov 15, 2017

Brenda Sue Julian-Eckberg went to live with Jesus in Heaven on November 15, 2017. She was welcomed by her dad Jack Julian, Sr., her brother and best friend Dr. Jack Julian, Jr., and her sister-in-laws Debbie and MaryBeth Eckberg. She was 53 years old and lived in Akron, Ohio.Brenda will be missed dearly by her former husband and current friend...

Nov 15, 2017

Nov 13, 2017

Faye E. Starkey, 77, of Akron, passed away on Monday November 13, 2017. Faye was born on July 27, 1940 in Salem, Ohio to the late Charles and Mary Weaver. She loved to play cards with her siblings on Fridays, and have her children over every Sunday for dinner and games. She loved to bake but was famous for her...

Nov 13, 2017

Jennie D. Beck, 83, went home to be with the Lord on November 13, 2017. She was born in Chelsea, VT to the late Andrew and Anna Dudash. She was a beloved wife, mother and homemaker. She was known for her cooking, shopping and sense of humor. Jennie loved traveling home to New Jersey and spending time with her grandchildren....

Nov 12, 2017

Brian S. Thompson, age 44 of Akron, Ohio, died on Sunday, November 12, 2017 at his home. He was born on June 12, 1973 in Barberton, Ohio, the son of Phyllis A. (nee Varner) Thompson of Akron and the late Ronald S. Thompson. Brian was a graduate of Manchester High School/JVS. He liked camping, and electronics. Brian was a "Jack...

Nov 12, 2017

Patricia "Pat" Ruby, 70, went home to be with the Lord on November 12, 2017. A lifelong resident of Akron, Pat was born January 26, 1947 to late parents Frank and Helen Blemenschutz. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Frank. She is survived by her children, Jennifer Ruby, Jim Ruby, and Paula Gladin;...

Nov 12, 2017

Christine Lisa Kollar, age 48, of Akron, Ohio, died on Sunday, November 12, 2017 at Summa Akron City Hospital. She was born on April 1, 1969 in Northampton, PA, the daughter of Ronald and Maryann Kale of Mount Joy, PA and the late Molly Fay (nee Morgan) Marshall.Christine was a graduate of Springfield High School. She worked as a secretary...

Nov 12, 2017

Richard C. Baker, 80, died Nov. 12, 2017. Mr. Baker was a lifelong resident of Akron, and worked for Firestone Tire and Rubber Co. for 39 years retiring in 1996. For the last two years he was a resident of Brookdale Bath where he had the help and support of many of the dedicated staff. He was an active member...

Nov 11, 2017

Emerysn Jacob Mueller was born on and returned to the Lord November 11, 2017. Although his stay with us was brief, he has impacted the lives of many people. He will be dearly missed and forever loved by his parents, Ryan and Emily Mueller; siblings, Cadyn (11), Madelynn (4) and Westyn (2), as well as his grandparents, Mark and Regina...

Nov 10, 2017

Gary Lee Wetzel, 60, of Mogadore, went Home to be with the Lord on November 10, 2017 after a courageous battle with cancer. Gary loved spending time with his family and friends and especially loved being a devoted father to his sons. Gary was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting, fishing and golfing. He was a selfless man, always putting the...

Nov 10, 2017

Tanya Marie James-Keyes, age 44 of Springfield Township, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, November 10, 2017 due to complications of a 30-year battle with diabetes. She was born July 19, 1973 to Gary and Shelia James in Akron, Ohio.Tanya was a 1991 graduate of Springfield High School and Akron Institute. While in high school, Tanya...

Nov 10, 2017

Eugene "Sam" D. Kenaley, 90, of Akron, passed peacefully surrounded by his family on November 10, 2017. Sam was born in Kalamazoo, MI on July 5, 1927, but as a very young child moved to Marlboro, OH. He worked at Goodyear, building Navy airships and later worked in various machine shops as a machine assemblist. It was in Akron that...

Nov 10, 2017

Shirley A. Sacy, age 58 of Akron, Ohio, is walking again in Heaven on Friday, November 10, 2017 at Akron City Hospital. She was born on June 11, 1959 in Fort Knox, KY, the daughter of Frank Zittle of Canal Fulton, Ohio, and the late Sandra (nee Mowery) Zittle. Shirley graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School in 1977. She was...

Nov 9, 2017

Cheyenne was blessed with beauty, brains, a very strong will and a great sense of humor. She was fiercely loyal to her friends, had a kind heart and wanted to help everyone. She will be remembered fondly and deeply missed.Cheyenne's greatest accomplishments and joy are her two daughters, Echo Kay (12) and Nova Joyce (10), whom she loved dearly. Cheyenne...

Nov 6, 2017

Richard L. Park, 76, reunited with his loving wife, Patricia on November 6, 2017. He was born in Akron to the late Holly Park and Virginia Germano. He resided in Twinsburg raising his family there. He retired from the Walton Hills Ford Stamping Plant after 35 years of service. Richard loved watching football, camping and spending time with his family....

Nov 6, 2017

Robert "Bob" Hawkins, 71, passed away suddenly on November 6, 2017. He was born January 19, 1946 in Akron. Bob proudly served during the Vietnam War as a US Marine, earning the Purple Heart. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed fishing and hunting. Bob is survived by his wife of 35 years, Lori; children, Vickie Ronk, Daniel Hawkins; granddaughter,...