Mar 14, 2016

Martin J. "Marty" Burke Jr., age 79, passed away on March 14, 2016. He was born on August 27, 1936 in Cleveland, Ohio. After serving in the U.S. Army during the Korean conflict, Martin worked many years for and retired from the Parma Water Department. Martin loved spending time with his family and his dog and best friend Jake. He...

Mar 14, 2016

Phyllis J. ShaferPhyllis J. Shafer, 76, went home to be with her husband, Lewis D. Shafer on March 14, 2016. She was born in Westover, PA to the late William and Violet Reed. She loved playing bingo, long car rides and spending time with her family. Phyllis also enjoyed cooking and was known for her cornbread casserole. She was preceded...

Mar 14, 2016

Michael Lee Knox, 32, of Suffield Twp., passed away unexpectedly on March 14, 2016 of natural causes. He loved being outdoors, especially fishing, hunting, and hiking. He was also an avid music lover, and those who would travel with him would hear anything from Garth Brooks to MushroomHead. Michael was a graduate of Field High School, and he was a...

Mar 12, 2016

Raymond Baker, born May 21, 1927, passed away suddenly on March 12, 2016, at 88 years of age. He was an avid fisherman and hunter. Ray was a member of Grace Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 60 years Irene; his twins, Charlie Baker and Charlene Snyder; and grandson-in-law, Johnny Setser. Survivors include his...

Mar 10, 2016

Glenn R. Lane III, 18, of Lakemore, passed away unexpectedly on March 10, 2016. He will forever be remembered for his happy-go-lucky personality, and for always trying to make others laugh and smile. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Glenn Lane, Carl Mollohan, and Ellsworth and Janet Rhoades.Glenn will be deeply missed by his mother, Jennifer Lane (Mollohan);...

Mar 9, 2016

Brandon Michael Borak passed away suddenly on March 9, 2016 at the age of 38. His love for cars started early in life, following in the footsteps of his grandfather, Grandpa Caton. He was a gifted auto body detailer and painter and,in addition, was a talented tile mechanic, a trade he learned from his father. Brandon made friends easily. He...

Mar 9, 2016

Kelvin A. Fincham, 92, went to be with the Lord on March 9, 2016. He was born in Cassity, West Virginia on February 27, 1924 to the late Clarence and Mary Fincham. Kelvin was a U.S. Army veteran. During World War II he served with the 78th Division, Third Battalion, Company M and saw action at the Battle of the...

Mar 8, 2016

Wilmer "Dean" Lafferty, 92, passed away on March 8, 2016. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Eliza Lafferty; in-laws, Paul and Ethel York; infant son, Michael; sister, Clesta Ventress; brother, Lee Lafferty; and daughter-in-law, Marsha Lafferty. He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Elizabeth; children, Anita Lynn, Daniel (Cheryl Anderson), and Steven Lafferty (partner...

Mar 8, 2016

Nellie Mildred DrakeNellie Mildred Drake, 89, passed away on March 8, 2016. She was born in Charleston, WV to the late Charles and Edith Stewart. Mildred managed the Corral Restaurant for the last 45 years. She was preceded in death by five brothers, Russell, Roscoe, Bob, Chuck and Bill. Mildred is survived by daughter, Beverly (Ray) Pilgram; son, Chuck (Jodi)...

Mar 7, 2016

Josephine "Jo" Fultz, 90, of Akron, passed away on March 7, 2016. She was born in Akron, OH on July 17, 1925. Jo was an avid reader, a great cook, and a very friendly, outgoing person. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bronce Fultz; parents, Alfred and Corrine Krell; and brother Alfred. Josephine is survived by her daughter,...

Mar 7, 2016

Millard C. DeLong, 97, went home to be with the Lord, whom he loved dearly, on March 7, 2016. He retired from Goodyear Aerospace. Preceded in death by his loving wife of 69 years, Dorothy, he is survived by sister, Jean Fisher; nephews, Tim (Nenita) Holzer, Denny (Edie) Holzer, Larry (Sally) Holzer; niece, Elaine (Jim) Henderson; great-nephew, Paul (Stephanie) Henderson;...

Mar 6, 2016

Tennie Louise Woodroof, age 80 of Akron, Ohio, died on Sunday, March 6, 2016 at Hospice Care Center. She was born in Carthage, TN on July 13, 1935, the daughter of the late Henry Jeff and Nellie Mae Overstreet Woodard. Louise was a member of Brown Street Church of Christ. Mrs. Woodroof retired after 40 years as a cook at...

Mar 6, 2016

Wanda E. (Nussbaumer) Stancin, 89, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, March 6, 2016. Wanda was born on May 3,1926 in Smithfield, Pennsylvania to John and Celia Nussbaumer. She was a proud and dedicated nurse, who loved caring for patients during her 40 year career. A devout Catholic, she was actively involved at St. Matthew's Parish for most of...

Mar 4, 2016

Richard L. McDuffie "Pete"Richard L. McDuffie "Pete", 68, went home to be with the Lord on March 4, 2016. He was born in Lakemore, OH to the late Ralph and Dorothy McDuffie. Richard was a Vietnam Veteran in the Marine Corps for 4 years. He enjoyed being outdoors, especially fishing. He loved life. Richard is survived by his loving wife,...

Mar 4, 2016

Jean (Wilma) Layman 73, of Coventry Twp., passed away at home on March 4, 2016. She retired from Russell Products in May 2006.She was preceded in death by her daughter, Donna Pittinger. Survived by her husband of 51 1/2 years, Frank; daughter and son-in-law, Suzan and Jeff Sharp, of Springboro, OH; daughter, Cathy Doerman, of Akron, OH; grandchildren, Michael, Heather,...

Mar 4, 2016

A quiet man who lived his life with dignity and old school rules has passed away at 60. He was a mechanic by trade and could fix anything put before him. A new grandfather of two that he didn't get a chance to spoil. He was the father of three children, who are the greatest gifts anyone could ask for....

Mar 4, 2016

Charles Rife Jr.After 90 blessed years, the man we all adored has been called to his heavenly home. Charles "Jupe" Rife, Jr. passed away March 4, 2016 surrounded by the family he so dearly loved. At the age of 17, Jupe proudly served his country by enlisting in the US Navy where he received many ribbons, stars, and unofficial title...

Mar 3, 2016

Neal "Boo" Abbey, 55, of Cuyahoga Falls, walked into the next life on March 3, 2016. He was born on December 31, 1960, the son of Gail (Ehrnsberger) Abbey of Tallmadge, OH and the late David Allen Abbey. Neal grew up in Elyria, OH, was an avid reader, a baseball fan, a military history enthusiast, especially Civil War, and a...

Mar 3, 2016

Mar 3, 2016

Tony W. Croghan, 50, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 3, 2016. A long time resident of the Akron area, he was born on August 7, 1965 in Cleveland, Ohio to William and Millie Croghan.Tony was a long time employee of Giant Eagle in Canton. He loved his parents and his dogs. During his life, Tony...