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Milton Whitsett

Milton Whitsett

Milton WhitsettMilton Whitsett, known by many as "Uncle Miltie", passed away from this life into a grand reunion with his wife and parents and the loving arms of Jesus on March 11, 2005. Born in Fayettville, Tennessee on September 9, 1922 and raised in Lakemore, Uncle Miltie was a graduate of Springfield High School and Kent State University. He served...

Leroy Ott

Leroy Ott

LeRoy M. OttLeRoy M. Ott, 64, of Bath, passed away March 10, 2005 at Akron General Medical Center. He was born December 2, 1940 in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Carl & Theresa Ott. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Eilleen Cupailoi. He is survived by his daughter, Christine; sons, Dan (Kelly), Marty...

Jerry Headley

Jerry Headley

Jerry D. HeadleyJerry D. Headley, 70, passed away on Wednesday, March 9, 2005 at his residence. He was born in Akron, Ohio to John W. Headley & Beulah V. Pyett-Headley. Jerry moved from Akron to Jacksonville, Florida in 2000 to reside with his daughter and son-in-law. He is survived by his 2 sons, Jeff (Kim) Headley of Mogadore and Tim...

Herman Evert, Iii

Herman Evert, Iii

In Loving Memory of Herman F. Evert III Herman left this world March 9, 2005 with his wife, Bette by his side.He also leaves his two children, David Evert (N.Y) and Melissa Evert (N.Y),Three step children, Donna (Slack), Bethanne (Magelaner) and Ricky (Howiler) of Akron, Ohio. He sadly leaves behind three brothers, William (N.Y.), Clifford (Fl), and Roger Evert (N.Y.),...

Norma Tenney

Norma Tenney

Norma Elizabeth TenneyNorma E. Tenney, 84, of Norton, passed away March 9, 2005. Norma was born February 12, 1921 in Tallmansville, WV to the late Hazel Maude and Jacob Arthur Bailey. Norma retired from Barberton Schools after many years of service as a cook. She was a longtime member of Akron Baptist Temple and worked in the church nursery. In...

Carel Poling

Carel Poling

Carel D. Poling, Sr.Carel D. Poling, Sr., 68, died peacefully March 8, 2005 at his home. He was surrounded by his loving family through a long and hard fought illness. Carel was employed at C.W. Transport for 25 years and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed 47 1/2 years of marriage and will be deeply missed by all....

James Hizer

James Hizer

James A. HizerJames A. Hizer, 58, passed away March 8, 2005. James served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He was employed at Singer Steel in Streetsboro and formerly employed at Greer Steel in Dover for 27 1/2 years. In his free time, James enjoyed hunting, fishing, computers, and motorcycles. He had a great sense of humor and...

Arthur Andes

Arthur Andes

Arthur Robert AndesArthur Robert Andes, 78, died peacefully March 7, 2005, at Akron City Hospital. He was surrounded by his loving family through a long and hard-fought illness. Art ("Artie") was born in Powhatan, Ohio, on July 13, 1926, and was raised in Shadyside, Ohio, as one of seven children. He served proudly in the United States Navy during World...

Betty Garrett

Betty Garrett

Betty GarrettBetty Garrett, 73, of Akron, passed away March 7, 2005. Betty loved all outdoor activities, including birdwatching, fishing, swimming, and gardening. She also enjoyed traveling and spending time with her family. She is survived by her husband, Floyd; daughters, Paula (Tim) Corrick, Patsy (Joe) Shanholtz, and Portia Stover (Jerry Britton); sons, Lonza Stover and Larry Stover; brother, Charles (Eleanor)...

Elizabeth Gubash

Elizabeth Gubash

Elizabeth A. Gubash (Toney)Elizabeth A. Gubash (Toney), 73, of Uniontown, died on March 6, 2005 at Akron City Hospital. She was born November 12, 1931 in Dothan, West Virginia to the late Everett & Effie (Webb) Toney. Elizabeth was a loving wife, mother and aunt. She was a member of Calvary Gospel Temple Church. In addition to her parents, she...

Thelma Nichols

Thelma Nichols

Thelma NicholsThis date we lost Thelma Woy Nichols, our beautiful Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother and Great-Great Grandmother. Mom was born December 7, 1908 and passed on March 6, 2005. She leaves to mourn, son, Earl (Benny) Woy; daughters, Velma (John) Hunter and Barbara Dimoff; grandchildren, Cindy, Kathy (Mackey), Bobby (Susan), Steve, Yvonne, Rori (Vincent), Michael (Lynn); twelve great-grandchildren; five great-great grandchildren;...

Lowell Heacock

Lowell Heacock

Lowell E. HeacockLowell E. Heacock, 72, of Akron, passed away March 5, 2005. Lowell was an active member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses Central Congregation, where he served as an elder for many years. In his free time, Lowell enjoyed traveling and spending time with his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Irene;...

Earl Calaway

Earl Calaway

Earl "Lee" CalawayEarl "Lee" Calaway passed away peacefully at home on March 3, 2005 surrounded by his family. Born in Akron, Ohio in 1924, Lee graduated from North High School. He served in the Army in the Pacific Theatre during WWII and was awarded two Purple Hearts. Lee retired from the Calaway Insurance Agency in 1980, was a member of...

Betty Gostlin

Betty Gostlin

Betty J. GostlinBetty J. Gostlin, 71, of Suffield, passed away March 2, 2005 at Akron City Hospital. She was born August 10, 1933 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania to the late Virgil & Nora (Hoare) Spidle. Betty spent most of her life in the Suffield/Springfield area and graduated from Springfield High School. She later worked for 26 years at ACME/Click and in...

Anthony Elmert

Anthony Elmert

Anthony Martin ElmertAnthony Martin Elmert, 83, of Hartville, passed away March 3, 2005 at Altercare of Hartville. He was born March 20, 1921 to the late Anton & Rose (Magos) Elmert and served in the U.S. Navy during WWII. Anthony was a member of Wintergreen Ledges Church of God and also Local 219 Plumbers and Steam Fitters. He loved music...

Priscilla Powell

Priscilla Powell

Priscilla "Jeannie" (Summers) PowellPriscilla "Jeannie" (Summers) Powell, 56, passed away March 2, 2005 surrounded by her family who loved her very much. She was born July 20, 1948 in West Virginia but lived in Akron most of her life. She is preceded in death by her son, Michael Powell; her father whom she loved very much, Ray B. Summers, Sr.;...

Helen Kerlik

Helen Kerlik

Helen KerlikHelen Kerlik, 73, of Akron, died on March 1, 2005 at Essex Health Care of Tallmadge. She was born March 30, 1931 in Cairnbrook, Pennsylvania to the late Metro & Anna (Andrako) Berezonsky. Helen was a member of St. Mary Orthodox Church, Goodyear Retirees Club and Good Sam Camping Club Chapter 36. In addition to her parents, she was...

Sara Damitio

Sara Damitio

Sara Damitio (Crine)Sara Damitio (Crine), 35, passed away on Monday, February 28, 2005. She was born in Akron, Ohio on April 29, 1969 and lived in Woodbridge, Virginia for the past several years. Sara loved her family very much especially her children. She was a very dedicated mother and spent most of her adult life caring for her three children....

Jack Starkey

Jack Starkey

Jack R. StarkeyJack R. Starkey, 80, of Stow, was reunited with the one true love of his life and his wife of 52 years, Barbara on February 28, 2005. He was born December 13, 1924 in Granger Township, Ohio to the late Grover & Alberta (Springston) Starkey. He served his country loyally during WWII in the U. S. Army. Jack...

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