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Teresa M. Howiler
Jan 31, 2013
Teresa M. Howiler, 86, of Akron, passed away January 31, 2013. She was born in Harrisburg, PA on July 29, 1926 to the late Andrew and Eva Botzman. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul, of 57 years and many brothers and sisters. She is survived by her children, Paul (Sheryl), Jim (Susan) and Mary Ann; 8 grandchildren...
Thomas B. Adams, Jr.
Jan 31, 2013
Thomas Bingham Adams, Jr. (Animal) Thomas Bingham Adams, Jr., 50, went to his heavenly home with the Lord on January 31, 2013. He was born May 23, 1962 to the late Thomas B. Adams, Sr. and the late Ruth Ann (Robbins) Adams. Tom was a big kid at heart and could always be found playing sports and games with the...
Norma Mae Cannon
Jan 31, 2013
Norma Mae Cannon, 71, of Akron, passed away January 31, 2013. She was born in Akron, OH on July 8, 1941 to the late John and Agnes McKenzie. She was preceded in death by her grand-daughter, Brittani Mae Robinson. Norma is survived by her loving husband, Lee, of 41 years; son, David (Lori); daughters, Karen (Dennis) French and Diana (Tom)...
Velda J. Spinks
Jan 29, 2013
Velda "Jane" Spinks, age 81, resident of Akron, passed away on Tuesday, January 29, 2013. She was born on January 18, 1932 in West Virginia to the late Owen and Vera Newsome. A loved mother and grandmother, Jane devoted her life to her family. Preceded in death by her parents; husband, John Spinks; daughter, Sue Spinks; grandson, Jesse Spinks. Survived...
Diana Lyn Davis
Jan 29, 2013
Diana Lyn Davis, 40, of Akron, Ohio passed away suddenly Tuesday, January 29, 2013 at her home. Diana was born in Barberton and graduated from North High School, Class of 1991. Diana was preceded in death by her brother Jimmy Davis and beloved dog Holly. She is survived by her loving parents James E. Davis, Sr. & Barbara; brother, Tony...
Betty A. Bowen
Jan 28, 2013
Betty A. Bowen Betty A. Bowen, born March 9, 1938, passed away January 28, 2013 at Summa Western Reserve Hospital. Betty loved her family and friends but in the past few years, her health kept her at home a lot. She was preceded in death by her children, Dot Stansell and Randy Thompson. She leaves behind her husband of 29...
Elaine L. Innocenzi
Jan 27, 2013
Elaine L. Innocenzi, 65, of Akron, passed away January 27, 2013. She was born in Akron on December 3, 1947 to the late James and Juanita Giustino. Elaine retired from Akron General Medical Center after 33 years. She loved to travel and spend time with her family and friends.Elaine is survived by her daughter, Julie (Doug) Mielak; grandchildren, Alex and...
Claude C. Turner
Jan 26, 2013
Claude C. Turner, 86, of Akron, passed away January 26, 2013. He was born in Connorsville, IN on March 11, 1926 to the late Albert and Emily Turner. He was an avid fisherman and loved working with wood. He was preceded in death by his sister, Mina Morris. Claude is survived by his wife, Evelyn, of 65 years; son, Thomas...
Susan M. Kiggans
Jan 26, 2013
Susan M. Kiggans, 65, passed away on January 26, 2013. She was a member of Christ Episcopal Church and enjoyed spending time with her family and attending car shows. Susan retired from Kent State University after 16 years of service. Preceded in death by her mother, Edna Dobbs. Survivors include her beloved husband, Robert, of 45 years; sons, Robert E....
Pauline Cutright
Jan 25, 2013
Pauline (Runion) Cutright, age 80, passed away on January 25, 2013. She was born October 20, 1932 in Akron, OH to the late Fred Thomas and Blanche Runion. Pauline was a self taught cake decorator who ran a small catering business for many years. She enjoyed tending to her flowers, crocheting, singing and celebrating holiday, especially birthdays, with family and...
John J. Bradach
Jan 25, 2013
John J. "Buck" Bradach, was born February 14, 1941 to John F. and Anna Bradach. He was led on his journey to heaven by his parents and niece on January 25, 2013 while he was surrounded by his loving family. John was a 1959 graduate of Akron's South High. After high school he was very proud to serve in the...
Phyllis R. Cottle
Jan 25, 2013
Phyllis R. "Bobbie" Cottle, 73, passed away on January 25, 2013. After surviving a horrible and traumatic experience earlier in her life, Phyllis went on to inspire others and became an advocate for those afflicted with blindness, other disabilities, and victims of violence. She became an active board member at the Akron Blind Center, where she met her soulmate, Thomas...
Joan Beers
Jan 25, 2013
Joan "Joanne" Beers (nee Kostelny), 77, passed away on January 25, 2013. She was a veteran of the Korean War, having served with the US Army. Joanne was a member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church. Joanne was the president of the Ladies Auxiliary Eagles 555. Preceded in death by her husband, Donald; her mother, Mary Kostelny. Survivors include daughter,...
Robert Bruce Thornburg
Jan 25, 2013
Robert B. Thornburg, 65, of Uniontown, OH passed away January 25, 2013. He was born in Akron on March 3, 1947. He graduated from The University of Akron and retired from Bridgestone Firestone after 39 years. Bob was preceded in death by his father, John.He is survived by his wife, Carol, of 37 years; daughters, Tina (Shawn) Pace of Luxembourg...
Bradley S. Williams
Jan 24, 2013
Our loved one, Bradley S. Williams, 47, of Springfield Twp., passed away peacefully at home on January 24, 2013. Brad was born in West Virginia on August 27, 1965 to Bobby and Norma Williams. He was preceded in death by his father, Bob and brother, Brent. Brad is survived by his mother, Norma; sons, Joshua (Rose Novak), Shane; granddaughters, Kourtney...
Vera L. Sheets
Jan 24, 2013
Vera L. Sheets Vera L. Sheets, 71, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away January 24, 2013. Vera was born in Akron on December 6, 1941 to the late Harold and Kathaleen Hayes. Vera was happily married to Fred Sheets for 39 ½ years until his death in 2001. Throughout their life together, they enjoyed traveling and camping. In recent years, Vera...
William J. Hunt, Jr.
Jan 24, 2013
William J. "Bill" Hunt, Jr., 69, passed away on January 24, 2013. Preceded in death by his parents, William J. and Frances Hunt; brother, Edward Hunt; and sister, Margaret "Maggie" Pittman. Survivors include sons, William Hunt, III and Daniel Hunt; daughter, Sandra (Ken) Morris; sisters, Maureen DiMali, Kay (Tom) Spence, and Sharon (Bob) Gibbs; brothers, James (Cathy), Terry (Cheryl), and...
Eva M. Caruso
Jan 24, 2013
Eva M. Caruso, age 96, longtime resident of Akron, passed away on Thursday, January 24, 2013 at her home. She was born on March 26, 1916 in Akron to the late Frank and Lena Rose Prem. Eva retired from General Tire and formerly volunteered at St. Thomas Hospital. She loved her family and cherished the time she spent with them....
Michael J. Meffert
Jan 23, 2013
Michael J. Meffert Michael J. Meffert, 40, passed on January 23, 2013 in his home. He was a good man, electrician, and loved his family. Michael will be missed by many. He is survived by his father, Gaylord Meffert; mother, Beverly Meffert; wife, Rachael; stepdaughter, Stoney Lynn; sister and brother-in-law, Tracy and Mark Lukasik; two nephews , Travis and Chase....
Nancy Steiner
Jan 23, 2013
Nancy (West) Steiner Nancy Steiner, age 77, passed away January 23, 2013 at Pebble Creek Nursing Home in Akron, after a long battle with Parkinsons' disease. Born February 3, 1935 in Akron, to Olive (Ross) and William West. Nancy lived her entire life in the Akron area, and retired as bookkeeper of Tangier Restaurant. Preceded in death by her parents;...
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