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Jack W. Pennington
Mar 14, 2012
Jack W. Pennington, 65, of Akron, passed away unexpectedly at home March 14, 2012. He was born in Lakewood, OH on September 22, 1946 to the late George and Beatrice Pennington. Jack entered the Army in 1964 doing two tours of Vietnam. He spent his career as an optician with Union Eye Care. Jack was quick witted with a dry...
Jack L. Long
Mar 13, 2012
Jack L. Long "Jack of Diamonds"Jack L. Long, born on November 26, 1938 in Summersville, West Virginia, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 13, 2012. We know he will be joyously reunited there with his son, Brent and his parents, French and Martha Long. Jack's great sense of fun and legendary generosity made him friends wherever...
Russell T. Pfautz
Mar 13, 2012
Russell T. Pfautz, 70, of Akron, passed away March 13, 2012. He was born on April 7, 1941 to the late Russell and Dorothy. Russ graduated from Ellet High School in 1959 and served our country in the Navy.He retired from Goodyear after 27 years. Within a year he opened Grandpa's Sports and Gaming Cards trading and selling for the...
Ira Dennis Crosser
Mar 13, 2012
Ira Dennis Crosser Ira Dennis Crosser, 66, of Akron, passed away on March 13, 2012. He was born in Akron on October 18, 1945 to the late Ira and Francis Crosser. He will be deeply missed by his children, Ira Dennis Jr., Donald, Dorothy, Adam, Kathryn, and Kristina; loving companion, Helen; four grandchildren; and many friends including his longtime friend,...
Kathryn E. Flory
Mar 12, 2012
Kathryn E. FloryKathryn E. Flory, 61, went home to be with the Lord on March 12, 2012. She loved to collect cats, cook, bake, and her family, especially her grandchildren. Kathryn was preceded in death by her parents, Jesse and Mable Holbert; sister, Sandra Fisher; and brothers, Frank E. Holbert, David Holbert, Dennis Holbert, and Dan Holbert. She is survived...
William L. Mosley
Mar 12, 2012
William L. Mosley "Bud" William L. Mosley "Bud", 75, of Cuyahoga Falls, went home to be with the Lord on March 12, 2012. Bud was born in Bluefield, Virginia on December 27, 1936 to the late William and Ruby Mosley. Bud enjoyed fishing every chance he got. If he wasn't fishing, he could be found supporting his granddaughters on the...
Don T. Gowan
Mar 11, 2012
Don T. Gowan, 85, of Akron, passed away March 11, 2012. He was born on May 17, 1926. Don served our country in the Navy. He retired from Bill Gauers Tool and Die. Don was a longtime standing member of Alcohol Anonymous. He was preceded in death by his mother, Gladys Walker and grand-daughter, Sara Damitio.Don is survived by his...
Margaret Pitman
Mar 10, 2012
Margaret "Maggie" Pitman, 57, went home to be with the Lord on March 10, 2012, after a long illness. She is preceded in death by her parents, Frances and William Hunt; and nephew, Jimmy Hunt, Jr. Survived by her boyfriend of 22 years, Kevin Maddox; daughter, Shannon (Phillip) Hunt; son, Shawn (Barb) Pitman; grandkids, Dylan, Derek, Daniel, Destiny, and Shawn,...
David E. Dawson
Mar 9, 2012
David E. "Dave" Dawson, 78, passed away on March 9, 2012. Dave was a member of Faith Family Bible Church. He was a family man who enjoyed spending time with loved ones. Preceded in death by his sister, Idonna; parents, David and Marguerite Dawson. Survivors include his beloved wife, Doris, of 58 years; sons, Rick and Mark; and many grandchildren...
Jerry G. Brown
Mar 9, 2012
Jerry G. BrownJerry G. Brown, 66, passed away March 9, 2012 with his loving family at his side after a long battle with CLL. Jerry was born in Elizabethton, TN, the oldest of six children. He enjoyed dirt bike riding, riding his Whizzer, and camping with his family. Jerry was a long time employee of VanDevere, and enjoyed fixing cars...
Ernest M. Hull, Jr.
Mar 8, 2012
Ernest M. Hull, Jr.Ernest M. Hull, Jr., 61, of Akron, passed away March 8, 2012. He was born in Akron on January 4, 1951 and is now joined with his parents, Ernest and Ruth Hull, who were waiting for him. Ernie was self-employed. In his free time, he enjoyed being outdoors and feeding the birds and squirrels. He was a...
Thelma E. Vargo
Mar 7, 2012
Thelma E. VargoThelma E. Vargo, 93, of Akron, passed away March 7, 2012. She was born in Akron on October 19, 1918 to the late Theodore and Thora Adkins. She will always be remembered as a strong woman who devoted herself to her children and grandchildren. In her free time, Thelma was an avid reader and enjoyed bingo. She was...
John A. Offret
Mar 6, 2012
John A. Offret, 82, of Akron, passed away March 6, 2012. He was born in Akron on May 8, 1929 to the late Peter and Marie Offret. John was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish.He was preceded in death by his first wife, Viola. John is survived by his wife Virginia. Cremation has taken place and a private...
Joseph R. Bedford
Mar 6, 2012
Joseph R. Bedford, 47, of Akron, passed away March 6, 2012. He was born in Akron on June 13, 1964. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph W; brother, Timothy Shepherd; sister, Debra Jean Miller.Joe is survived by his mother, Carol; brothers, Steve, Randy (Kelly); sister, Kimberly (Danny) Frazier; and many nieces and nephews.Family will have private calling...
Joseph Marchese, Sr.
Mar 5, 2012
Joseph Marchese, Sr., 89, passed away on March 5, 2012. Joe served with the US Navy during WWII. He retired from P.I.E. Trucking Co. after 20 years of service. Joe enjoyed fishing and playing poker. Preceded in death by his wife, Esther. Survivors include his children, Linda (Butch) Kelley, Joe (Debbie) Marchese, Renee (Tom) Ukolowicz, Sam Marchese, and Steve (Mary)...
Anthony William Arapp
Mar 4, 2012
Anthony William ArappAnthony passed away at his home on March 4th at the age of 92. The son of William and Emma Arapp, Anthony never knew his father who died when he was an infant. He cherished his mother who also lived a short life and missed his brother Frank every day since his passing in 1986. Born February 16th,...
Gerald Warren Edwards
Mar 3, 2012
Gerald Warren Edwards "Jerry"Jerry Edwards, 70, of Akron, passed away March 3, 2012. He was born in Akron on September 12, 1941 to the late Warren and Lois Edwards. Jerry was a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy. He spent one year employed at the City of Akron Water Department and then retired from the Akron Police Department after 27...
Beverly J. Wilkins
Mar 3, 2012
Beverly J. WilkinsBeverly J. Wilkins, 80, passed away March 3, 2012 due to complications from heart surgery. Born March 1, 1932, she lived to celebrate her 80th birthday. Beverly moved to Akron in 1952 from Iselin, PA. She raised two boys and is the true matriarch of her family. Beverly was welcomed into heaven by her loving husband, JR; son,...
Dennis J. Coontz
Mar 2, 2012
Dennis J. CoontzDennis J. Coontz, 54, passed away March 2, 2012. He was born May 29, 1957 in Akron, Ohio. Dennis is survived by his mother, Willadean (Coontz) Boyles; daughter, Emmalee; brothers, Doyle Hartzel (Tammie), Darrell (Sandy), Mark (Tammy), Paul (Brenda), and Tim (Tami); sister, Sue (Roy); step-siblings, Bobby, Donna, Sharon, and Linda; and many nieces and nephews. The family...
Harold V. Junior
Mar 2, 2012
Harold V. Null "Junior"Harold V. Null "Junior",74, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away March 2, 2012. Junior was born in Akron on December 25, 1937 to the late Harold C. and Theresa M. Null. He was also preceded in death by his son, Michael Null. Junior leaves behind his wife of 57 years, Stella; sons, Richard (Lorrie), Kenneth (Linda), Jeffrey (MaryJo);...
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