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Delmas W. Gray

Delmas W. Gray

Jun 20, 2012

Delmas W. "Del" Gray, 69, passed away on June 20, 2012. Del was born on July 20, 1942 in Cowen, WV, to the late James Gray and Eileen Dixon. He resided in Cowen until enlisting in the Army in 1960. After his service in the Army, he re-located to Akron. Del retired from Cargill Salt Co. with over 25 years...

Alma Florence Kremer

Alma Florence Kremer

Jun 18, 2012

Alma Florence KremerAlma Florence Kremer, 81, of Akron, passed away on June 18, 2012. Alma was born in Massillon on July 6, 1930. She was the owner/operator of Portage Lakes Beauty Salon for 42 years. Alma will always be remembered as a wonderful mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was devoted to her family and will be missed by all who...

Dennis James Fleming

Dennis James Fleming

Jun 18, 2012

Dennis James FlemingDennis James Fleming, father to Shannon Fleming (Chris Dawson) and Kayleigh Ferder (Paul) passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully Monday morning. Dennis was 58 years old and spent his working career as a very talented landscape designer. He is preceded in death by his father, Herbert Fleming and mother, Dorothy Gitto and his brother-in-law, Stephen Hardesty.Dennis will be greatly...

Elmira Jones

Elmira Jones

Jun 18, 2012

Elmira JonesElmira Jones, 84, of Akron, passed away on June 18, 2012. She was born in Panama on January 9, 1928. Elmira retired from Summa Hospital after over 35 years as a nurse's aide. In her free time, she enjoyed Bingo and gardening. She was a beautiful person with a big heart and will be missed by all who knew...

Michael L. Blair

Michael L. Blair

Jun 16, 2012

Michael L. Blair, 58, of Akron, suddenly passed away June 16, 2012. He was born in Akron, OH on September 2, 1953 to Wilbur and Rosalee Blair. For the last 10 years battling with cancer, Michael's strong faith never waivered, he loved working in his yard, spending time fishing, watching the Steelers beat the Browns, but most of all, spending...

Merlin B. Dubravetz

Merlin B. Dubravetz

Jun 15, 2012

Merlin B. "Merty" Dubravetz, 66, went home to be with the Lord on June 15, 2012. Merlin was born on September 27, 1945 to the late Alex and Irene Dubravetz. He retired from Forest City Dillon Pre Cast. Merlin was a compassionate, gentle-souled man. He always put the feelings of others before his own. Merlin enjoyed sports, fishing, family and...

Gary D. Kearns

Gary D. Kearns

Jun 15, 2012

Gary D. Kearns, 52, of Akron, passed away June 15, 2012. He was born on November 25, 1959. He was preceded in death by his father, James R. Kearns, Sr. Gary is survived by his sons, Gary Kearns II and Timothy Hayslip; mother, Ethel; brothers, James Jr., Timothy, Dennis (Tracy); sisters, Kathy (Jerry) Stratos and Karen Kearns.Family and friends may...

Guy L. Smith

Guy L. Smith

Jun 13, 2012

SPRINGFIELD TWP.--Guy L. "Smitty" Smith, 78, passed away on June 13, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Parkersburg, WV to the late Guy and Bertha (Lawman) Smith. He was owner/operator of Smitty's Gun Shop for 55 years and was a master gunsmith. He also retired from Springfield Twp. Road Department with 35 years of service. Smitty was...

Ruthanne M. Crissman

Ruthanne M. Crissman

Jun 12, 2012

Ruthanne M. Crissman, 58, of Akron, passed away June 12, 2012. She was born in Wadsworth, OH on October 20, 1953 to late John and Ruth McIndoo. Ruthanne loved working at the President's Lounge, traveling, but most of all, swimming in her pool. She was preceded in death by her brothers, David and Daniel Green.Ruthanne is survived by her husband,...

Patricia A. Bentz

Patricia A. Bentz

Jun 12, 2012

Patricia A. Bentz, 53, passed away on June 12, 2012. Patricia was born in Akron, Ohio on March 21, 1959 to the late James and Marjorie Bentz.

Larry A. Werner

Larry A. Werner

Jun 8, 2012

Larry A. WernerLarry A. Werner, 81, of Akron, passed away on June 8, 2012. Larry was born in Akron on February 9, 1931. He served in the U.S. Air Force and retired from General Tire. He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley. He will be deeply missed by his children and family, Victoria (Carl) Luetzelschwaub, Paula (David Sr.)...

Charles E. James

Charles E. James

Jun 8, 2012

Charles E. JamesCharles E. James, 72, of Akron, went to be with the Lord on June 8, 2012. Charles was born on December 4, 1939 in Dink, West Virginia. He was a proud U.S. Air Force veteran and he retired from General Motors after over 30 years of service. He was also a minister and served the Lord. Charles will...

Aris G. Gallo

Aris G. Gallo

Jun 8, 2012

Aris G. Gallo, 89, passed away on June 8, 2012. Aris loved cooking, her garden, and spending time with her family. Preceded in death by husband, Richard; and daughter, June Ferguson. Survivors include daughters, Loretta (Richard) Jones, Carolyn (Michael) Spaulding; son, Raymond; 11 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren; brother, James Heard, of Marietta, GA; sister, Glades Wallace, Peidmont, AL; and...

Ovella M. Loudermilk

Ovella M. Loudermilk

Jun 7, 2012

Ovella M. LoudermilkOvella M. Loudermilk, 82, of Akron, passed away June 7, 2012. She was born in Vago, West Virginia on September 14, 1929 to the late Roy and Mary Hefner. Ovella was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother and will be missed by all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Lynn and sisters, Frankie...

Sally Ann Wolfe

Sally Ann Wolfe

Jun 7, 2012

Sally Ann (Storm) WolfeSally Ann (Storm) Wolfe, 77, was born February 6, 1935 and passed into heaven on June 7, 2012. She was preceded in death by son, Tim Carter (2008), daughter, Joan Carter (2012), and best friend and sister-in-law, Marlene Wolfe. She is survived by daughters, Judi (Bernie) Kalgreen, June Carter, Teri Pierce, and son, Phillip (Laura) Carter and...

Helen V. Coffman

Helen V. Coffman

Jun 6, 2012

Helen V. CoffmanHelen V. Coffman, born March 4, 1921, passed away June 6, 2012. She was preceded in death by Clifford W. Coffman. Helen was a retired RN, for 23yrs. at V.A. Hospital in Brecksville,Ohio.She was surrounded by a lot of love from family and friends. She resided in Riverview, FL where she passed away after a very short illness,...

Sommay Phannavong

Sommay Phannavong

Jun 6, 2012

Sommay Phannavong, 77, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away June 6, 2012. He was born on January 13, 1935. He served in the National Laos Armed Forces from 1952-1975, finishing his military career as the Director of the Quarter Master Department. Sommay is survived by his children, Pakhaythong, Pakhaysith, Netaly and Virasone, Virasilp, Viraxay and Thanongsaek; grandchildren, Nikki, Nicholas, Linda, Gabriella,...

Elizabeth Marie Leach (Breedlove)

Elizabeth Marie Leach (Breedlove)

Jun 6, 2012

Elizabeth Marie Leach (Breedlove), always known as "Dolly", went home to be with her Lord on June 6, 2012. Dolly was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 51 years, Dean Leach. She was actively involved in her community and her church throughout her life. Dolly was a member of the Albrecht Avenue Church of God for over 40...

Robert Hershberger

Robert Hershberger

Jun 6, 2012

Bob Hershberger, 76, born on March 5, 1936, passed away after a long battle with cancer. Bob was called home to be with the Lord, family and friends on June 6, 2012. He was preceded in death by his father, Noah Hershberger; mother, Molly Paflas; brothers, Elmer, Harold and Clark; sisters, Vera and Sandy; son Robert. Retired from Ford and...

Janice L. Vance

Janice L. Vance

Jun 4, 2012

Janice L. Vance, 54, of Akron, passed away suddenly on June 4, 2012. She was born in Akron on February 21, 1958.Janice worked at Fiesta Hair and Tanning for 18 years and has been employed by the Summit County Child Support Agency for the past 8 years, but most of all she loved spending time with her grandchildren. She was...

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