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Beatrice Moore

Beatrice Moore

Beatrice Mae (King) MooreBeatrice Mae (King) Moore, daughter of Noah Francis and M. Flossie King passed away July 27, 2006 at the age of 82 into the arms of her Saviour and Lord. She leaves behind those who loved her dearly; husband, Glenn E. Moore, to whom she had been married to for 63 years, 33 of those years in...

Earl Martin, Sr.

Earl Martin, Sr.

Earl W. Martin, Sr. Earl W. Martin, Sr., 63, passed away on July 25, 2006. Born on November 29, 1942 in Akron, to the late Leroy and Vada Martin. Earl was a 32nd degree Mason and a member of the Portage Lakes Masonic Lodge 752. He was also a member of the Yusef Khan Grotto, the Grottu, and Scottish Rite-Valley...

Melissa Morrow

Melissa Morrow

Melissa R. MorrowMelissa R. Morrow, 38, of Akron, passed away July 24, 2006. Melissa left a legacy of love with all who knew her. She had a special love for children and touched the lives of many. She was a longtime member of Vesper Lake Bible Fellowship. Melissa is survived by her husband of 19 years, Victor Morrow; daughter, Felicia...

Ila Kurtz

Ila Kurtz

Ila KurtzIla Kurtz, 101, passed away on July 23, 2006. Ila was born in Akron on December 17, 1904 to the late Edwin and Minerva Kurtz. She graduated from Central High School and later from Dennison University. Ila lived most of her adult life in Cincinnati, where she worked for the Children's Home. She was preceded in death by her...

Louise Capotosto

Louise Capotosto

Louise CapotostoLouise Capotosto, born in 1908 in Homer City, Pennsylvania, was one of eight children of Julianna & Gaetano Colavincenzo. Louise moved to Akron at the age of 21, married Salvadore Capotosto in 1934, and raised five children. Her husband Salvadore passed away in 1952. In 1953, Louise started her business, Louise's Drapery Shop, and was in business for 35...

Beechie Simmons

Beechie Simmons

Beechie M (Harless) SimmonsBeechie M (Harless) Simmons, 80 years old, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 22, 2006 after an extended illness. She was born in Van Lear, Kentucky and came to Akron when she was one year old. She graduated from South High School in 1944 and retired from K-Mart in 1988. She enjoyed performing...

Ellen Hesse

Ellen Hesse

Ellen E. HesseEllen E. Hesse, 70, of Akron, passed away on July 22, 2006. Born on March 3, 1936 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to the late Russell and Eleanor Wagner. Ellen was a member of AA, with over 25 years of sobriety, and also Trinity Lutheran Church in Akron. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her...

Hazel Robinson

Hazel Robinson

Hazel V. Robinson Hazel V. Robinson, 75, passed away on July 20, 2006. Born April 14, 1931 in Rosedale, WV to the late Everett and Clara Perkins. She was a long-time member of Calvary Temple. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Caudill; brothers Junior, Mack, and Clifton Perkins; and sister Rosemary Carter. Survivors...

Robert Marks

Robert Marks

Robert H. Marks Robert H. Marks, 76, passed away on July 17, 2006, after a courageous battle with Leukemia. His courage and strong will was an inspiration to us all. Born November 1, 1929 in Akron to the late Robert and Etta Marks. He had served with the US Army and was a member of American Legion Post #0126-Jenson Beach....

Linda Townsend

Linda Townsend

Linda S. Duffield-Townsend Linda S. Duffield-Townsend, 61, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on July 18, 2006, at home, following a courageous battle with cancer. Linda was born on June 3, 1945 in Akron, OH, to Robert and Juanita Schultz. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend to many. Linda was employed at St. Thomas...

Robert Suder

Robert Suder

Robert E. Suder, Sr.Robert E. Suder, Sr., went to be with Lord Jesus on July 16, 2006. He was a lifetime resident of Akron and a Vietnam Veteran. He was a career member of the Bricklayer and Masons Union. He is survived by his son, Robert (Robbie) Suder, Jr. and wife, Jennifer of Naples, FL; daughters, Tracy Crawford and husband...

Mary Rich

Mary Rich

Mary Nuosce RichMary Nuosce Rich, 102, of Akron, passed away July 15, 2006. Mary was born September 5, 1903 in Krebs, Oklahoma while it was still Indian Territory. She was an Akron resident for over 90 years, where she and her husband Newton worked at both Goodrich and Goodyear. Among Mary's five children, four as well as three grandchildren worked...

Floyd Dillon

Floyd Dillon

Floyd F. Dillon, Jr.Floyd F. Dillon, Jr., 74, passed away on July 11, 2006. Floyd was born in Stow, Ohio to Floyd and Evelyn Dillon, Sr. He retired from Goodyear after 40 years of service. In his free time, Floyd enjoyed tending to his roses and fishing. He was preceded in death by his father and mother; son, Donald; and...

John Karl

John Karl

John Karl John Karl, 89 a much loved husband, father and grandfather, passed away unexpectedly on June 30 after several years of failing health. The true measure of John's life is reflected in the way he provided and cared for his family; his pride in having served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps, 5th Division, during World War II;...

Marylou Johnson

Marylou Johnson

Marylou M Johnson (nee Angel)Marylou M Johnson (nee Angel), 78, of Akron, passed away on July 12, 2006 at Akron City Hospital. She was born in Jellico, TN to the late Lewis Claude and Mary Ruth Angel. Marylou is preceded in death by her husband of 48 years Marion H "Butch" and her son Jack. She is survived by her...

Wilford Reynolds

Wilford Reynolds

Wilford "Bill" C. Reynolds Wilford "Bill" C. Reynolds, 85 of Springfield Township, passed away July 13, 2006 at his residence. He was born October 16, 1920 in Akron, Ohio to the late William Scott & Myrtle (Whited) Reynolds. Bill served in the U.S. Army during WWII and later worked in the rubber industry. In his free time, he enjoyed sports,...

Anthony Molea

Anthony Molea

Anthony Molea Anthony Molea, 83, passed away on July 12, 2006. Preceded in death by his wife Dorothy; parents Samuel and Frances; brother Jack; sisters Frances Bourgeois, Antoinette Whelchel, and Norma Moran; and stepson James Thornton. Survivors include son Anthony (Nicki); daughters Paula Legg, Patricia (Jerry) Halman, and Dianna (Mike) Baughman; stepdaughters Marilyn Robison, Cheryl (Howard) Pifer, and Betty (Bob)...

Margaret Dengler

Margaret Dengler

Margaret T. Dengler Margaret T. Dengler, 85, passed away on July 11, 2006. Preceded in death by her parents Joseph and Katherine Fihn; brother Paul Fihn; great-grandson Cole Sellers; daughter-in-law Mary Nikic; step-sisters Lydia Plasted and Kate Kime; and step-brother Conrad Allrutz. Survivors include her husband Frederick of 45 years; sons Frank Nikic and Mark (Cheryl) Nikic; sister Dorothy Huzvar;...

Merrill O. Morton

Merrill O. Morton

Merrill O. MortonMerrill O. Morton, 87, of Copley, went home to be with the Lord on July 11, 2006 while at the Hospice Care Center. He was born July 14, 1918 in Parma, Ohio to the late Edwin L. & Minnie (Behner) Morton. Merrill worked as a driver in the Dairy Industry and attended The Chapel for 20 years. He...

Dorothy Molea

Dorothy Molea

Dorothy L. Molea Dorothy L. Molea, 90, passed away on July 12, 2006. Preceded in death by her son James Thornton; sister Lee Fair; and brothers Perry and Sam Woody. Survivors include her husband Anthony Molea; daughters Marilyn Robison, Cheryl (Howard) Pifer, and Betty (Bob) Miller; stepchildren Tony (Nicki) Molea, Paula Legg, Patty (Jerry) Halman, and Diane (Mike) Baughman; sister...

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