Obituaries
Richard Owen Hopkins, Jr.
Jun 20, 2017
Richard Owen Hopkins, Jr., 19, went to be with his father in Heaven on June 20, 2017. Richie was a beloved son, brother, fiance, grandson, uncle and all around wonderful man and a positive role model to his peers. He was born in Nash Co., NC to Alisha Lee Harmon and Richard Owen Hopkins, Sr. He was a 2016 graduate...
Shanna Marie Williams
Jun 20, 2017
Shanna Marie Williams, age 39, of Mogadore, Ohio, who after battling a short illness, passed away in her sleep on Tuesday, June 20, 2017. Shanna was born on August 23, 1977 in Akron, Ohio. She graduated from Mogadore High School in 1996, where, in her senior year, she was the Homecoming Queen.After high school, Shanna attended both, the University of...
Darrell E. Jackson, Jr.
Jun 19, 2017
Darrell E. Jackson Jr., went home to be with the Lord on June 19, 2017. He leaves to cherish his memory, parents, Darrell Sr. and Robin Jackson; siblings, Da'Leah and Emmanuel; grandmothers, Traci Jackson and Shelly Whitaker; grandfathers, Darrell Harris and Roger Bunn. Visitation will be held on Thursday June 29, 2017 from 10-11am with the funeral service immediately following...
Maynard Lazar, Ii
Jun 19, 2017
Maynard Lazar, II, "Took", age 68 of Lakemore, Ohio, died on Monday, June 19, 2017 at his home. Took was born on June 22, 1948 in Akron, the son of the late Maynard and Pearl Davis Lazar. He was a member of the BAC Local Union #07 as a tile setter. He was a musician, he played the organ and...
Mark Joseph Arble
Jun 18, 2017
Mark Joseph Arble, 49, went home to be with his beloved mother Joy on June 18, 2017. Mark had a great sense of humor, was loyal and had a big heart and would do anything for anyone. He had many interests including riding, martial arts, fishing, and karaoke. The times that brought him the most joy throughout his life was...
Julia P. Talkington
Jun 18, 2017
Julia P. Talkington, 67, of Akron, unexpectedly passed on June 18, 2017 surrounded by her family and friends. She now joins her husband of 47 years, Verlin in eternity. She worked at Marc's for 26 years and loved to play bingo, cards, casino games and crocheting but most of all spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded...
Ralph Hodgson
Jun 17, 2017
Ralph Hodgson, Jr., "Jim", age 82 of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, died on Saturday, June 17, 2017 at Akron Children's Hospital. He was born on May 8, 1935 in Cloe, PA, the son of the late Ralph Hodgson, Sr. and Edith Wood Hodgson Fye.Ralph was an honorably discharged Army veteran following the Korean War. Jim was retired from General Motors in...
William E. Raber
Jun 17, 2017
William E. Raber, age 72, of Cuyahoga Falls passed away on Saturday, June 17, 2017 due to complications from several different medical conditions. Bill was a unique blend of immense personal strength, quiet perseverance, intelligence, and character. He will be missed by many. The following he wrote himself prior to his passing."I was employed as a medical technologist in the...
Janice Ellis-Davis
Jun 15, 2017
Janice Ellis-Davis went home to be with the Lord suddenly on June 15, 2017. She was born on June 5, 1949 in Akron, Ohio.She was preceded in death by her mother, Edith Hollway and brother, Butch Ellis.Janice will be deeply missed by her daughter, Kelly McCormick-Raber and son, Sean (NeeCee) McCormick; grandchildren, Aaron McCormick, Alicia Fulton, Amber Fulton, Katrina (Thomas)...
Bernadette Ann White
Jun 15, 2017
Bernadette Ann White passed away peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, June 15, 2017. She was born October 27, 1963 to Bernard and Rose White. She was the loving sister of Alan White, Mary (Dave) Fletcher, John White, Kevin White, Karen (Mario) Mariola, Christina (Todd) Fleming, Michael (Anna) White, Shannon White, David White, Tim (Ryan) White, and Brian White. Bernadette...
James R. King
Jun 15, 2017
James R. "Jim" King, 74, passed away after a brief illness on June 15, 2017. He was born on October 21, 1942 in Kenosha, WI to late parents Clarence and Alice King. James was a great lover of animals, especially dogs, an avid Cleveland sports fan, enjoyed putting together jigsaw puzzles, collecting cookie jars, and playing cards, especially euchre. He...
Tonya Lynn Meyer
Jun 15, 2017
Tonya Lynn Meyer, born June 16, 1972, in Akron, was the first and only daughter of Douglas C. Meyer and Connie J. Armsey. She attended Kenmore High School and Akron University, and always looked to further her education and better her life. Tonya was known by many names over the years: Monkey Stamo and Monk as a child, as Grandma...
Shawn Ryan Morris
Jun 14, 2017
Shawn Ryan Morris, age 36, passed away suddenly on June 14, 2017. He was preceded in death by his father, Alden ("Corky") Morris, and his stepfather, Edward Fraelich. He is survived by his mother, Deborah Morris Fraelich, née Hess; three children, Ethan, Shawnah and Leeam; his brother, Nathan Morris (Larissa White) and their four children, Logan, Paige, Chase and Kaleb,...
Joseph Boling
Jun 14, 2017
Joseph Franklin Boling "Frank," 84, passed away Wednesday, June 14, 2017 at Akron City Hospital following a heart procedure. Frank was born on December 26, 1932 in Owensboro, KY to the late Rose and William Boling. He will be missed tremendously by his family and friends. He was a great man who could always tell a joke on a moments...
Luciano Joseph Iatonna
Jun 13, 2017
Luciano Joseph Iatonna, "Chico", age 63 of Ravenna, Ohio, died on Wednesday, June 13, 2017 at 1:27 PM at UH Portage Medical Center.He was born on May 28, 1954 in Dearborn, Michigan, the son of the late Giuseppe and Rosa Pia Iatonna. Chico was retired from Chrysler in 2006 after 33 years of service as a fork lift operator. He...
Yvonne Annette Zene
Jun 12, 2017
Yvonne Annette Zene, 51, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on June 12, 2017. Yvonne was born in Chattanooga, TN on June 4, 1966 to Matthew Zene Jr. and Doris Zene (nee Derrick). She graduated from Garfield High School in 1984 and attended Hammel College. She was employed at Target for over 20 years. Yvonne was a...
Bob (Lloyd) Hammond
Jun 12, 2017
Bob (Lloyd) Hammond, age 74 of Hartville, went to be with the Lord on Monday, the twelfth of June. Born August 6, 1942 in Cullman, Alabama, Bob was a pillar of strength and kindness in his family, in his church, and in his career. He is survived by his devoted wife Peggy (Dykes); sisters Linda (Bill Deceased) Beaver and Barbara...
Timmy Finch
Jun 11, 2017
Timmy Finch, age 45 of Butler, PA, formerly of Akron, Ohio, passed away on June 11, 2017 in Butler County, PA, due to injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident.He was born on February 23, 1972 in Akron, the son of Randy and Joyce Neitz of Akron, Ohio. Timmy lived life to the fullest, which was evident through his smile, passion,...
Gladys Mae Fresh
Jun 10, 2017
Gladys Fresh, age 84 of Akron, Ohio, passed away June 10, 2017, peacefully, at the hospital with family by her side after battling pneumonia and heart problems. She was born June 13, 1933 to the late Dorothy Bosak in Akron, Ohio.Gladys was a greeter at Sam's Club in Fairlawn. She enjoyed being with people, she never met a stranger. In...
Rev. Cecil Smith
Jun 10, 2017
Rev. Willie Cecil Smith, "Smitty" 93, of Akron, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on June 10, 2017. He was born on August 29, 1923 in Morganton, GA to the late Emlis Bartow and Mairiam Manie Smith. He served in the US Navy WWII and Korean Conflict. Smitty retired from BF Goodrich Chemical Plant in 1985 after...
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