Obituaries
William Reeder
Sep 28, 2017
William S. Reeder "Tuger", 76 passed away at home surrounded by his family on September 28, 2017. He was born in Akron, OH being 1 of 13 children. Tuger retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber but never quit working in construction. He was a people person and loved working for others. He did his work with perfection. He was a...
Elizabeth Henry
Sep 28, 2017
Elizabeth "Libby" Henry, 99, passed away at home surrounded by family on September 28, 2017. She was born October 29, 1917 in Morgantown, WV to late parents Russell and Edith Ridgeway. She was preceded in death by her husband of over 50 years, Ralph D. Henry; son, Edward Henry; brother, Joe Ridgeway. She is survived by granddaughter, Robin Henry; great-grandchildren,...
William Wood
Sep 28, 2017
William "Bill" Wood, 77, went home to be with the Lord on September 28, 2017 after a courageous battle with spina bifida. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, "Teddy" and Grace. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Judy; children, Debra (Derek) Swan, Scott (Susan) Wood; 8 grandchildren; 3 great-grandsons; sisters, Pat Boone, Gloria Barkhurst;...
James M. Harrah, Sr.
Sep 27, 2017
James M. Harrah, Sr. was born on July 21, 1946 to the late Buck and Jean Harrah. A lifetime Akron and Springfield resident, Jim returned to God and to be with his loving wife Florence on September 27, 2017. Jim served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War aboard the USS Guadalcanal (LPH-7) and retired from Pepsi-Cola with 38...
James Robert Flinn
Sep 27, 2017
James Robert Flinn, "JR", "Bob", "Jim Bob", age 87, of Manchester, Ohio, died peacefully on Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at his home.He was born on December 16, 1929 in Connellsville, PA, the son of the late Dewey and Eliza Taylor Flinn. JR was an honorably discharged US Air Force veteran during the Korean War. Mr. Flinn was an electrical engineer,...
Stephen A. Rarick
Sep 27, 2017
On September 27, 2017, Steve's earthly light was extinguished and his heavenly light was born to shine forevermore.Steve fought health problems with great courage and dignity for many years. He was loving and kind, with a great sense of humor.Steve was preceded in death by his parents, Jim and Jane (Smith) Rarick; sister, Colleen (Rarick) Mattucci; mother and father-in-law, Melissa...
Karen L. Runion
Sep 26, 2017
Karen "Kerri" Runion (Hobden) ascended to Glory on the evening of September 26, 2017. In her final days on this earth her Husband of twenty years, her children, her grandchildren, her siblings and countless friends were by her side. Karen, 67, had no regrets leaving this earth as she lived every moment of every day to the fullest, bestowing her...
Carol Ann Cleaver
Sep 26, 2017
Carol Ann Cleaver, age 69, of Akron, passed away Tuesday, September 26th, 2017 at Manor Care of Akron. She was born February 29th, 1948 to Merrill and Rita (Haas) Burch. Carol was employed as an LPN for several years.Friends are invited to a Graveside Service that will be held Thursday, October 5th, 2017 at 1:30 pm. at Mt. Peace Cemetery,...
David E. Mayfield
Sep 26, 2017
David E. Mayfield, 59, of Stow, passed peacefully on September 26, 2017. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle and working as a mechanic throughout his life. David was preceded in death by his grandparents, Mary and John Lott.David will be deeply missed by his mother, Janet (Larry) Ritterbeck; many brothers and sisters; daughters, Kelsey and Cayleigh; granddaughters, Audrey and Vada; special...
Marjorie C. Thompson
Sep 26, 2017
Marjorie C. Thompson, 93, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on September 26, 2017. She was born on January 17, 1924 in Iron City, Tennessee to the late Clarence and Lela Keeton. She was a homemaker and seamstress during her lifetime. Marjorie was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Charlie W. Thompson; twin daughters,...
Tiffani Faye Blankenship
Sep 25, 2017
Tiffani Faye Blankenship, 30, of Ravenna, passed away September 25, 2017. As a college graduate and beautiful mother, she had a bright loving future ahead but God needed her more. With broken hearts we say goodbye until we meet again, your loving husband and children.Tiffani is survived by her husband, Johnny Blankenship; mother, Donna Alter; step-father; grandmother, Debra Smithley; brother,...
Willis F. Jay
Sep 25, 2017
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the death of Willis F. Jay, who passed on September 25th. He was born in 1935, residing in Doylestown for over ten years. He was previously a long-term resident of Barberton. To all who knew him, he was just "Jay". He was a hard worker all his life, and retired from waste...
Bonnie J. Thomas (Gorday)
Sep 25, 2017
Bonnie J. Thomas (Gorday), 75, received her wings on September 25, 2017 surrounded by family. She was born September 3, 1942 in Akron, OH to late parents George and Frances Gorday. Bonnie had a passion for her grandchildren, a love for cooking and taking trips with Jim to the casinos. She retired from Wonder-Hostess Baking Company where she started out...
Martha Joan Kapp
Sep 24, 2017
Martha Joan Kapp passed away September 24, 2017. She is survived by three sons, and husband, Gary. Per her wishes, cremation has taken place and no services will be held. To share a memory of Martha, please sign the guest book below.
Amanda C. Trice
Sep 24, 2017
Amanda C. Trice, 99, of Akron, passed away September 24, 2017. Amanda was born in Huron, Tennessee on October 22, 1917 to the late William and Mattie Edwards. She worked in health care until her retirement and actively attended Brown Street Church of Christ until her health no longer allowed the opportunity; she was a giving person with a heart...
Phillip Richards
Sep 24, 2017
Phillip D. Richards born Oct. 12, 1963 passed away peacefully at his home after a long illness on September 24, 2017. He went by the name of Dave or Double D as he was called by his friends from the Canadian Club of Kent. He served in the US Army and was a Kent Roosevelt graduate. Dave will be deeply...
Loretta Walleen
Sep 24, 2017
Loretta "Jeannie" Walleen, 66, passed away after a long, courageous battle with cancer on September 24, 2017. She was born November 7, 1950 in Clarksburg, WV to late parents Jake and Mildred Ridenour. A lifelong lover of animals, Jeannie never met an animal she didn't like. She loved horseback riding and was involved for several years in search and rescue...
Britney Lee Kinsinger
Sep 23, 2017
Britney Lee Kinsinger, 25, passed away on September 23, 2017. She was born in Canton, Ohio on March 10, 1992. Britney graduated from Hoover High School and currently attended Stark State. She was working towards becoming a paramedic with future plans for medical school. Britney had a huge personality. She could always make you smile, even when she was trying...
Edith Bryan
Sep 23, 2017
Edith "Edyie" Bryan, 77, went home to be with the Lord after peacefully passing away surrounded by family on September 23, 2017. She was preceded in death by her husband of 33 years, Hubert, and daughter, Terri Reynolds. Edyie is survived by her daughter, Tammy (Brian) Oldaker; granddaughters, Brittany Reynolds, Nicole Reynolds, Brianne Oldaker, Brooke Oldaker; and great-grandchildren, Madisyn Reynolds,...
Carol Price
Sep 22, 2017
Carol R. Price, 81, of Barberton, passed away on September 22, 2017 after a brief battle with cancer. She was survived by sons, David (Sherrie) Price and Kenny (Jill) Price; grandchildren, Jason, Josh, Kenny, Kara; sister, Lynne Best. Friends and family are welcome to Newcomer Funeral Home 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron on Wednesday September 27 from 10am-12pm, with a...
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