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Rita B. Alderman
Sep 4, 2012
Rita "Bonnie" Alderman, 85, of Akron, passed away September 4, 2012. She was born in Barberton on December 27, 1926 to the late Murl and Josephine Mitchell . Rita was known as the "Bingo Queen" at the nursing home. She loved bingo and her cats "Seba" and "Midnight".She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Dale; son, Larry Todd;...
Janice Dale Vanbuskirk
Sep 3, 2012
Janice Dale VanBuskirk, 65, went to be with the Lord unexpectedly on September 3, 2012. Janice was born on February 26, 1947, to the late Denzil and Mary Channell. She enjoyed scrapbooking, tending to her garden, and spending time with her family. Survivors include her beloved husband, Charles, of 50 years; daughters, Deborah Conrad, Tammy (Tommy) Starcher; son, Charles VanBuskirk,...
Donald Wade Booth
Sep 3, 2012
Donald Wade BoothDonald Wade Booth, 80, went home to be with the Lord on September 3, 2012. Don was a paratrooper in the U.S. Army, fighting in Korea with "I" Co., 3rd BN., 187th Airborne Regt. Combat Team, 1951-1952. When his tour of duty was over, he volunteered to go back to Korea for a second tour of duty with...
Michael Protich
Sep 3, 2012
Michael Protich Michael Protich, 95, passed away September 3, 2012. He was born in Akron on August 14, 1917 to the late Michael and Elizabeth Protich. Michael was retired from the Teamsters Local #24 and a member of St. Archangel Michael Orthodox Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Pearl; son, Michael; three...
Rose M. Stalnaker
Sep 2, 2012
Rose M. Stalnaker, 60, of Hartville, passed away September 2, 2012. She was born in Akron on September 19, 1951 to the late Dale and Mary Albright. Rose loved opening gifts from her family, especially when it contained chocolate caramel. She was a very loving and unselfish person and will be missed by her family and friends. She was preceded...
Katherine Arapp
Sep 2, 2012
Katherine (Perich) Arapp "Baba" Katherine Arapp, 85, of Akron, passed away September 2, 2012 and is now enjoying a happy reunion with her husband, Anthony; grandson, Eric; and great-granddaughter, Aubrie. She was born in Akron on October 31, 1926 to Nikalais and Mara Peric. Katherine was preceded in death by seventeen siblings. Katherine was a child-like soul who loved hummingbirds,...
David Lee Ober, Jr.
Sep 2, 2012
David Lee Ober, Jr.David Lee Ober, Jr., 38, passed away unexpectedly on September 2, 2012. David was born in Akron on August 23, 1974. A gifted musician, David loved playing the guitar. He was very artistic and expressed that through his tattoos. David loved traveling and was able to see the country through his job as a truck driver. He...
Paul B. Wood
Sep 2, 2012
Paul B. Wood, 65, of Lakemore, passed away September 2, 2012. He was born in Reading, PA on January 14, 1947 to the late Paul Wood and Ester Heaters. Paul was an avid hunter and fisherman, who loved going to Colorado to hunt elk. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Colleen. Paul is survived by his wife...
James L. Willis
Sep 1, 2012
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Arnold R. Summers
Sep 1, 2012
Arnold Summers (Bud)Arnold passed away September 1, 2012 at the age of 82. He was born in Ovapa, West Virginia and lived most of his life in Springfield Township. He did construction work, taking care of his seven children and wife. His passion was auto racing. He built and consulted on race cars with family and friends up to his...
David E. Haught
Aug 29, 2012
David E. Haught, 77, went home to be with the Lord on August 29, 2012. David was a Journeyman-Wireman for I.B.E.W. Local Union #306 for 42 years. He served with the US Navy during the Korean Conflict and was a life member of Army-Navy Union, USA, Garrison #273 and American Legion Post #566. David enjoyed fishing, golfing, and socializing with...
Dorothy G. Yeager
Aug 29, 2012
Dorothy G. Yeager, 79, of Ellet, passed away Wednesday, August 29, 2012. She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, George; daughter, Vickie Loughney; granddaughter, Jennifer Reiheld; parents, Guy and Weadus Cooper.Dorothy is survived by her daughter, Terri Reiheld; grandson, Brian (Erica) Lang; grandson, Johnny Loughney; granddaughter, Kristilee Loughney; great-granddaughter, Rylee Lang; a special niece, Gloria Poole...
Paul A. Pinder
Aug 26, 2012
Paul A. PinderPaul A. Pinder, 91, of Akron, passed away on August 26, 2012. He was born in Akron on September 18, 1920 to the late Francis and Mabel Pinder. Paul graduated from East High School and proudly served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II. After completing his military service, he earned a Bachelor Degree from...
Ronald L. Hall
Aug 26, 2012
Ronald L. Hall, 56, of Springfield Twp. passed away August 26, 2012. He was born in Tokyo, Japan on October 2, 1955 to the late Leon and Kay Hall. Ron was an avid bowler, baseball card collector and loved photography. He worked at Bill White's Akron Lanes for over 10 years.He was preceded in death by his brother, Robert.Ron is...
Wilma M. Mckeel
Aug 25, 2012
Wilma M. McKeel, 79, passed away on August 25, 2012. Wilma retired from Key Bank after 40 years in the banking business. She loved to travel, golf, work in her flowers, and most of all, spend time with her family and friends. Wilma was loved by all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack; brother,...
Donald L. Watson, Sr.
Aug 24, 2012
Donald L. Watson, Sr., 80, of Akron, passed away August 24, 2012. He was born in Akron, OH on February 17, 1932 to the late James and Gertrude Watson. Don loved NASCAR, playing the Lotto and hanging around the Shell station.He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, James; sister, Janice; son, David Allen.Don is survived by his son,...
Betty Ruthoshell Jones
Aug 24, 2012
Betty Ruth Oshell Jones, born January 25, 1931 in Morgantown WV to the late Jesse and Sadie Oshell, passed away at home surrounded by family on August 24, 2012. She was preceded in death by her son, Gary Martin Decker; daughter, Terry Lynn Tenison and longtime companion, Larry Stone. Betty is missed by children, Deborah Duley of West Virginia, Robert...
Doris Marjorie Lute
Aug 22, 2012
Doris "Marj" Lute, 87, passed away on August 22, 2012. Marj was born on May 24, 1925 to the late John and Edna Hardman. She was a member of Oak Hill Presbyterian Church where she also sang in the choir. Marj was a member of the Yusef Khan Caldron. She enjoyed singing with the numerous choruses that she belonged to....
John Robertparis Miller
Aug 22, 2012
John Robert Paris Miller, 54, of Akron, passed away August 22, 2012. He was born in Akron on March 31, 1958 to the late Wilkes and Mary Miller. John worked 21 years at Summit Racing. He loved working on cars and motorcycles. He was preceded in death by his brothers, David Cogar on April 1, 2012 and Kurt Miller on...
Jeffrey Hoover
Aug 22, 2012
Jeffrey HooverJeffrey Hoover, 56, passed away on August 22, 2012. He was preceded in death by his parents, James Hoover and Leona Doyle and sister, Cheryl Hoover. He leaves behind brothers, Jim (Randi) Hoover, Dave (Cindi) Hoover, Gus (Bonnie) Hoover, and sister, Rhonda (Dan) McBryer. Per his wishes, cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made...
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