Obituaries
Bruce Michael Bowen
Feb 25, 2024
Bruce Bowen, of Akron, passed away peacefully at home on February 25, 2024. He was born in Cuyahoga Falls on March 4, 1952 to the late John and Irene {Staley} Bowen.In addition to his parents, Bruce was preceded in death by his brother Mark Bowen. Bruce is survived by his brother, Daniel Bowen; nephew and caretaker, Marcus Bowen; several nieces...
George Reddick, Jr.
Feb 25, 2024
George Reddick, Jr., 84, passed away peacefully at home on February 25, 2024 (exactly 5 years to the day after his bride, Mary). Born in Glenwood, NM to George and Genniveve (Miller) Reddick, he resided in the Ravenna, OH area all of his adult life. He retired from Standard Lafarge, where he worked as a dragline operator. George enjoyed helping...
Christopher Curtis Mckee
Feb 24, 2024
Our beloved son, brother, husband, father, and "bonus" father, Chris, aka "Loafie," went to be with his father, Richard A. McKee, on Saturday, February 24, 2024, after Chris also lost his own valiant battle with cancer. Chris was born on May 23, 1979, in Jackson, Michigan. He lived in Brooklyn, Michigan until he was 4 years old, when the family...
Gary L. Porter
Feb 24, 2024
Gary L. Porter, 76, of Akron, went to be with the Lord on February 24, 2024. He was preceded in death by his wife, Delores "Sissy" Porter; parents, James and Velma Porter; and siblings, Karen, Becky, Alan, Sarah, and Lee Anna. He will be dearly missed by his children, Trevor J. Porter (Gabriella), Erin E. Porter-Krieg (Kevin), Nathaniel A. Porter,...
James Lee Fazenbaker
Feb 23, 2024
James Lee Fazenbaker, 77, passed away at home Friday, February 23, 2024. Born in Meyersdale, PA to Homer Fazenbaker and Pearl Lee, he resided in the Akron, OH area all of his adult life. Jim was a proud Veteran of both the Army and Navy, serving two terms in Vietnam. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He also enjoyed...
James Gilbert Finney
Feb 23, 2024
James Gilbert "Jimmy" Finney died peacefully at home on February 23, 2024 after a long illness. He spent his last days as he spent the last 45 years, in the company of his loving wife and best friend, Elaine.Jimmy was born to Peggy and George Finney in Akron in 1941. He graduated from Coventry High School and went on to...
Angela Bavis
Feb 22, 2024
Angela Bavis, 70, passed away in Akron, Ohio on February 22, 2024. She is preceded in death by her father Vito Palma and her mother Concetta Palma. Angela was born in Palermo, Sicily on September 2, 1953. In 1967, she immigrated to the United States where she would start a family, live and work the rest of her life. She...
Robert H. Frock
Feb 22, 2024
Robert "Bob" Howard Frock, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on February 22, 2024.Bob was born on September 11, 1935 in Springfield Township, Ohio to parents Edgar and Ethel Frock, who preceded him in death.He was also preceded by brothers Clifford, Kenneth and Dallas Frock; sister, Evelyn Simich; his wife of 65 years, Maxine Frock and daughter, Darla Ebie He is...
Annie Hughes
Feb 22, 2024
Annie Hughes, 84, passed away peacefully at home on February 22, 2024. Born in Perryman, Maryland to Wade and Margaret Cline, she resided in the Akron, Ohio area all of her adult life. Annie was married to Jay Hughes for 46 years before he passed away in 2003. She enjoyed bowling at Roll-A-Way Lanes, camping for over 20 years at...
Barbara Sue Guckeyson
Feb 21, 2024
Barbara Sue Guckeyson, 75, of Akron, passed away on February 21, 2024. She was born in Pikeville, KY on September 19, 1948 to the late Charles and Quinnie {Thacker} Coleman.In addition to her parents, Barbara was preceded in death by her brother Carl Coleman and sister Sharon Durgala. On September 28, 1985, she married Robert J. Guckeyson. He survives, along...
Matthew W. Knotts
Feb 20, 2024
Matthew W. Knotts, 89, of Tallmadge passed away on February 20, 2024. He was born on March 6, 1934, in Minnora, West Virginia the son of late Harley and Thelma Westfall Knotts. His smile would light up a room and embrace your heart. A Jesus follower with an incredible ability to unconditionally love.Matt moved to Akron, with his parents and...
Lynda J. Caldwell-Woods
Feb 19, 2024
Lynda J. Caldwell-Woods, 63, went home to be with the Lord on February 19, 2024. Lynda was born May 8, 1960, to the late NC and Roberta Avent. Lynda was a graduate of South High School in 1978 and later attended Lane College in Jackson, TN. She was a member of Friendship Baptist Church. Lynda is preceded in death by...
Pearl Mae Blake
Feb 19, 2024
Pearl Mae Blake, 94, of Akron, passed away peacefully at home on February 19, 2024. She was born on August 3, 1929 to the late Saulie and Myrrer Kyer.In addition to her parents, Pearl was preceded in death by her beloved husband Clarence in 2006, and their son Kenneth in 2014. Pearl is survived by her son Richard (Carole) Blake;...
Kristopher E. Wellendorf
Feb 18, 2024
Kristopher E. Wellendorf, 47, of Akron, passed away on February 18, 2024. He was born on January 30, 1977 the son of the late Jerry and Jo Wellendorf. Kristopher enjoyed listening to music and was an avid Beach Boys fan. Kristopher always loved being with his family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother Mark Wellendorf;...
Margie Ree Neal-Mcdonald
Feb 17, 2024
Margie's service will be livestreamed at the scheduled service time. Please click here to view.Margie Neal-McDonald passed away on February 17, 2024 at the age of 82. She was born on September 13, 1943 to the late Willie Finn and Lesta McDonald in Columbia, Alabama. She was married to Morgan Neal on November 19, 1958 and went on to have...
Bruce G. Roberts
Feb 17, 2024
Bruce G. Roberts, 92, passed away peacefully February 17, 2024. Born in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio to Robert and Nellie (Wagner) Roberts, he resided in the Akron area all of his life. Bruce was a U. S. Army Veteran, serving in the Korean Conflict. He worked at Bond Bread as well as Wonder Bread before later retiring from Chrysler Corp. Bruce...
Glenna Irene Gates
Feb 16, 2024
Glenna I Gates, 94, of Akron, passed away on February 16, 2024. She was born on December 15, 1929, in Jacksonville, Ohio to the late John and Minnie Southard. She was one of eight siblings. From Jacksonville, she moved to Akron in the 1940s where she met her husband Gerald F. Gates. They married on May 15, 1948, where she...
David Allen Goss
Feb 16, 2024
David Allen Goss, 68, of Tallmadge, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2024, surrounded by loving family. He was born on August 16, 1955, in Akron, to the late Meredith and Eileen Goss. David graduated from Tallmadge High School and Malone University. He recently retired from the Oriana House Inc. due to medical reasons. David enjoyed golf, hiking, music and...
Laverne Stanley Tracy
Feb 15, 2024
LaVerne Stanley "Stan" Tracy, 59, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on February 15, 2024. He was born in Akron, Ohio on September 30, 1964 to the late Martha and Lawrence Tracy. Stan was preceded in death by his wife, Nikki; daughter, Peggy Ann; and his brother, Scott. He is survived by his three children, Christapher (Diana),...
Michelle Lehman
Feb 15, 2024
I'm sorry, everyone. If you haven't heard, my wife Michelle "Mimi" Lehman has passed away. The tremendous love we shared will always be with me. She taught me so much about life and love. Baby, you left a trail of love that we will be picking up forever! You are loved by so many and will be missed by all....
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