Obituaries
Violet G. Wendell
Nov 15, 2015
Violet Gertrue WendellViolet Gertrue Wendell, 87, passed away on November 15, 2015. She was born in the hills of Tennessee in 1927 to the late Paul and Adell Dixon. Violet was a fiercely independent woman who loved flea markets, yard sales, and collecting antiques. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Wendell. She is survived by her daughters,...
A. Penny Suso
Nov 14, 2015
A. Penny Suso A. Penny Suso, 87, passed away on November 14, 2015. Penny was a big Ohio State fan, having attended 51 consecutive home openers. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Edward Suso Jr. and brother, Elden Baldwin. Survivors include son, Edward III (Tammy), daughter, Cynthia; grandchildren, Chris Sipes, Dr. Katie Sneed, Kelly Green, and Kevin...
Patricia L. Sharpless
Nov 14, 2015
Patricia Sharpless, 88, passed away on Saturday, November 14, 2015. Patricia is preceded in death by her husband, Ray Sharpless; daughter, Bonnie Ames and grandson Dustin Ames.She is survived by her children,Paula (Billy) Troegner, Mary (Bill) Reed, brothers,Dan Gourley; Dick (Loretta) Gourley; grandchildren; Chris Marciano, Bobby (Angie) Baker, Patrick (Jennifer) Cumberlidge, Brittney Long; 7 great grandchildren and many nieces and...
Harwood E. Ashley Jr.
Nov 13, 2015
Harwood E. "Sonny" Ashley, Jr. Sonny Ashley, 88, of Stow, passed away on November 13, 2015. He was born in Canton, OH on October 17, 1927 to the late Harwood and Bessie Ashley Sr. Sonny proudly served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and retired from Ford Motor Company Walton Hills after 32 years of service. He loved...
Ann F. Angles
Nov 13, 2015
Ann F. Angles (Kanatzar) Ann F. Angles, 75, of Akron, passed away on November 13, 2015. She was born in Richmond, Kentucky on November 28, 1939. Ann devoted herself to raising her family. She persevered throughout her illness and always spoke her mind. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Ann was preceded in death by her...
Robert Glenn Wright
Nov 13, 2015
Robert Glenn Wright Robert Glenn Wright, 94, of Suffield, passed away on November 13, 2015. He was born on September 26, 1921 in Martha, Tennessee to the late Fred and Margaret Wright. Glenn earned a Purple Heart during his service in the U.S. Army during World War II. He will always be remembered as an honorable and humble man. In...
Karole Lee Shaffer
Nov 12, 2015
Karole Lee Shaffer Karole Shaffer, beloved mother, sister, grandmother and friend has been reunited with her husband, Clifton Shaffer, and parents Claude and Kathryn Shank. Her graceful struggle against cancer complete, she has surpassed all challenges, going home to be with the Lord. A native of Akron, Karole was born June 13, 1941. She attended East High School and worked...
Margaret Holloway
Nov 11, 2015
Margaret Marie HollowayMargaret Marie Holloway, 83, went home to be with the Lord after a long and courageous battle with cancer on November 11, 2015. She was born in Wise County, VA to the late Wiley and Georgia Hall. Marie came to Akron with her husband James in 1956 to make a better life for her family. She was a...
David Jamison
Nov 10, 2015
David JamisonDavid Jamison, 71, went home to be with the Lord on November 10, 2015. He was born on May 8, 1944 in Montclair, NJ. David was a Vietnam Veteran in the US Navy from 1963-1966. He was a beloved father, grandfather, husband and brother who adored his family. David enjoyed listening to music and painting ceramics. He was an...
Shirley E. Essex
Nov 9, 2015
Shirley E. Essex, 94, passed away on Monday, November 9, 2015 . Shirley was born on February 28,1921. She loved flower gardens, taking long walks and canning her own food. Shirley is preceded in death by her husband, Robert Essex; brothers, John and William Romine. She is survived by children; Robert Dean (Sue) , Timothy (Linda), Darlene( Ken), Mark (...
Shirley June Booth
Nov 9, 2015
Shirley June BoothShirley June Booth passed away at home with her family on November 9, 2015. Shirley was born to Helen and Clifford Sanford in Akron, Ohio. She had a wonderful childhood. There are stories of church camp, Furnace Street Mission, selling cherries on Route 224, and laughter. Shirley loved to travel. She has been on cruises, gone to Canada,...
John J. Junglas
Nov 8, 2015
John J. Junglas John J. Junglas, 51, of Akron, passed away on November 8, 2015. He was born in Akron on September 20, 1964 to the late Jerome Junglas and Wanda Piatt. John will be dearly missed by his children, Desiree Junglas and Danielle Junglas; grandson, ZahCari Dupert; sister, Darlene Slaysman; nieces, Shawna Slaysman and Alliah Reed; many other relatives...
Brian Perry Linaburg
Nov 6, 2015
Brian Perry Linaburg Brian Perry Linaburg, 33, passed away into the arms of God on November 6, 2015. He was born on April 10, 1982, to Perry and Carla Linaburg. Brian was born and raised in Akron, Ohio (North Hill) and was proud of his community and loved his family and friends. Brian leaves the love of his life, his...
Richard L. Freshwaters
Nov 6, 2015
Richard L. Freshwaters, 63, passed away on Friday, November 6, 2015. Richard was born on January 26,1952 to Harry and Ruth Freshwaters. Richard is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Bob Freshwaters.He is survived by his loving wife, Laurel Fisher of 22 years; friend and brother David Freshwaters and cousin, Betsy Gossard. Richard will be deeply missed by...
Amy Lynn Barber
Nov 5, 2015
Amy Lynn BarberAmy Lynn Barber, 45, of Akron, passed away on November 5, 2015. She was born in Akron on March 19, 1970 to the late William and Claudia Powell. Amy graduated from Ellet High School in 1988. She was an avid bowler and spent two years coaching the bowling team at Ellet High School. Amy loved animals and rescued...
Violet Maxine Jackson
Nov 5, 2015
Violet Maxine Jackson Violet Maxine Jackson, 85, of Akron, passed away on November 5, 2015. She was born in Ava, Ohio on September 30, 1930 to the late Kenneth and Clara Perkins. Violet spent her career in retail. She was a member of Tallmadge Church of the Nazarene. She was a wonderful cook and enjoyed spending time with family and...
Lonnie Mitchell Jr.
Nov 4, 2015
Lonnie Mitchell Jr. ( Pops) (Brother), 65, of Akron, passed away on November 4, 2015. He was born on March 4, 1950, Daytona Beach, Florida to Lonnie and Rosetta Mitchell. Lonnie was a an avid fisherman and a great dancer. He served his country in the U.S. Coast Guards. Pops graduated from South High School in 1969. He was known...
Norma Jean Cleeve
Nov 4, 2015
Norma Jean CleeveNorma Jean Cleeve, loving wife to Richard Cleeve of 55 years; nurturing mother of Debbie Nighman, Jerry Holt, and Lori Johnson; beloved grandmother to Kellie, Ryan, Angela, Jerry, Brandy, and Ricky; and great-grandmother of four; passed away at the age of 79 on the morning of November 4, 2015, peacefully in her sleep in her Akron home. Norma...
Vicki L. Adams
Nov 4, 2015
Vicki Lee Adams, 66, transitioned into her heavenly home on Wednesday, November 4, 2015. She enjoyed gardening, floral decorating and giving her time to many charitable causes. Vicki touched all those who knew her with encouraging words and prayers.Vicki is preceded in death by husband, Norman Adams; mother, Naomi James; granddaughter, Brittany Lee Thomas. She is survived by her father,...
Jeffrey Wayne Smith
Nov 4, 2015
Jeffrey Wayne Smith Jeffrey Wayne Smith, went home to be with the Lord on November 4, 2015 with his family by his side. He was born in Akron on November 21, 1953, graduated from Kenmore High School, and spent 42 years as a machinist. Jeff will always be remembered as a hard worker who was willing to help anyone in...
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