Obituaries
Charles R. Segner, Jr.
May 29, 2017
Charles R. Segner Jr. passed away on May 29, 2017. Born in Akron, OH November 7, 1944. He is preceded in death by his wife, Nancy Segner; his parents, Elizabeth and Charles R. Segner Sr. He leaves behind his daughter Kimberly Marquardt of Westerville, OH; grandson, Derek Michael Marquardt of Cuyahoga Falls, OH; brother and sister in-law, John and Anita...
Kenneth R. Mosley
May 29, 2017
Kenneth Ray Mosley (May 18, 1950- May 29, 2017)Daddy, Papaw, Coach K...LOVING Father...GREATEST Softball Coach...BEST Papaw...Thank you for being a loving, caring, thoughtful man to your family and your grandchildren Xander and Xoey Pridemore, who thought the world of you as you did of them. We Love you and miss you, but we will meet again."...If I leave here tomorrowWould...
Jackie M. Shockey
May 29, 2017
Jackie M. Shockey, 75 of Akron, passed away on May 29, 2017. She was preceded in death by her husband of 39 years whom she adored, Larry Shockey. She loved spending time with her family and grandchildren, and going to all of their sporting events. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Jackie worked for Kohl's Department Store...
Taylor Renee Galloway
May 28, 2017
Taylor Renee Galloway, 14, of Akron, passed away suddenly on May 28, 2017. Taylor attended Coventry Middle School and looked forward to graduating with all her friends. She liked basketball and played the clarinet in the school band. She loved the Anime Club and she was an avid gamer. Her goal was to become a game programmer as her career....
Theresa Hosmer Smith
May 25, 2017
Theresa Hosmer Smith, 48 years old, passed away at her home on May 25, 2017. She is survived by her son, Devon Aaron Smith; her mother, Carol Jean Hosmer; and her grandmother, Jenny Cheh. She was preceded in death by her father, Vernon "Lee" Hosmer; her grandmother, Mary Hosmer; and her grandfather, Elmer Cheh. A memorial service will be held...
Neill W. Klinginsmith, Iii
May 24, 2017
Neill W. Klinginsmith, III, "Dinger", age 68 of New Franklin, Ohio, died on Wednesday, May 24, 2017 at Barberton Hospital. He was born on September 15, 1948 in Akron, Ohio, the son of the late Neill W. and Dorothy Klinginsmith, Jr.Dinger was a retired electrical engineer for Rogers Industrial, Parker Hannifin, McNeil, and Firestone. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, bowling, gambling,...
Erma R. Thomas
May 23, 2017
Erma Ree Thomas was born in Monroe County, Alabama to the union of Lonnie (Longmire) and Otis Riley on April 28, 1940. She was raised by her aunt Hattie Douglas. On January 22, 1959 Erma married John L. Thomas Jr., and together they had two beautiful children. She later moved to Akron, Ohio in 1978, and began working as an...
Marvin Matthew Crouch
May 22, 2017
Marvin Matthew Crouch, age 52 of Akron, Ohio, died unexpectedly on May 22 ,2017. Marvin was a very loving son, husband, father, brother, grandpa and, friend.He was preceded in death by his father, William (Bill) D. Bailes; his grandpa and grandma Collins, his grandpa and grandma Wright, and also his grandpa Bailes. Marvin was a die setter at Rubbermaid and...
Ruth Audrey Mackey
May 21, 2017
Ruth Audrey Mackey, nee LaVere, 85, flew away to be with Jesus on May 21, 2017. She was born in Port Huron, MI on January 31, 1932. Ruth attended Springfield Assembly of God. She loved her children and grandchildren, and never had a bad word about anybody. Ruth was preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Julia LaVere; 4...
Emmett J. Housley, Sr.
May 21, 2017
Emmett J. Housley, Sr., "Bud", age 85 of Akron, Ohio died on Sunday, May 21, 2017 at Briarwood Nursing Home. He was born in Alliance, Ohio, the son of the late Dr. John Housley and Corinne Albright Housley Beach. Emmett was a Falls High School graduate and also a graduate of the University of Akron and he also attained his...
Donald Keller
May 20, 2017
Donald Keller, 36, passed away tragically on May 20, 2017. Born and raised in Akron, OH, Little Donny was a gentle, kind person who loved his family and friends. He enjoyed bonfires, sports, video games, and loved his dog, Charkey.Proceeded in death by his father, Donald Keller, and his grandparents.He is survived by his loving mother Linda (Dwayne) Ferris; sister...
Christine Ann Boyd-Friend
May 20, 2017
Christine Ann Boyd-Friend, 53, of Akron went to be with Jesus along with her fiance, David "Jay" Edwards II on May 20, 2017. She devoted herself to her family and especially loved being Mamaw to her granddaughter. Christine was preceded in death by her mother, Elsie Boyd and brother, John Boyd Jr. She will be deeply missed by her children,...
Rebecca Lynn Powell
May 19, 2017
Taken suddenly after fighting so hard...Rebecca Lynn Powell married her high school sweetheart and spent the first half of her life being a wife and a Mom. A Mom to all. She was the "KOOL-AID MOM". She had never met a kid she didn't hand a popsicle to...she sacrificed herself for family and friends without hesitation.The second chapter of her...
Evelyn J. Gaskins
May 19, 2017
Evelyn J. Gaskins, 76, passed away peacefully at her home on May 19, 2017. She was born in Tallmadge on December 19, 1940 to the late Cletus and Lillian English. Evelyn was the foundation of her family and will be dearly missed by all who knew her. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister,...
Russell W. Tritt
May 18, 2017
Russell W. Tritt, 86, of Springfield Twp. passed away on May 18, 2017 after a long illness. Russ owned and operated The Glens Tavern on North Hill before retiring to Panama City Beach where he managed a motel on the beach for 15 years. Russ and his wife Ruth returned to the area in 2005 to be closer to family....
Gary A. Becker
May 18, 2017
Gary A. Becker, 68, passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home in Florida on May 18, 2017. He was born in Painesville, OH on February 17, 1949 and lived most of his life in Akron. Gary proudly served in the U.S. Army. He is survived by his sisters, Jeanne Carter, Bonnie Davies, Beverly Miraglia, and Becky Ralff; and...
George Angeloff
May 18, 2017
George Angeloff, 83, of Akron, passed away May 18, 2017. He is now in Heaven with the angels and his beloved wife, Frances. He was born on April 24, 1934 to the late Robert and Helen Angeloff. George proudly served in the U.S. Army and was the owner of George's Barbershop for over 40 years. He had many loyal customers...
Karen Sue Baker
May 17, 2017
Karen Sue Baker, age 57 of Lecanto, FL, formerly of Akron, died at her home on May 17, 2017. She was born on June 2, 1959 in Barberton, Ohio, the daughter of the late Dennis and Fostella Jones Elliot. Karen was a bus driver in Lecanto, Fl and also retired in the packing and shipping department from Franklin Printing in...
William T. Mccarthy
May 16, 2017
William "Bill" McCarthy, 71, lost his long hard-fought battle with cancer on May 16, 2017. All the world was Bill's stage - he never met a stranger. His greatest pleasure was boating on Portage Lakes with friends and family. Bill was preceded in death by his mother and father, Regina and Sam. He is survived by his wife, Mary; daughter,...
Norma Mae Drumm
May 15, 2017
Nora Mae Drumm, 88, of Akron, passed away May 15, 2017. Nora was born in Akron, Ohio on August 21, 1928 to the late William and Birdia Cathey. She will be dearly missed by family and friends at the Center Towers.In addition to her parents, Nora was preceded in death by her daughter, Carrie Matthews. She is survived by her...
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