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Lois M. Woody
Nov 11, 2022
Lois M. Woody, 99, of Tallmadge, passed away on November 11, 2022. She was born in Transfer, Pennsylvania on March 7, 1923 to the late John and Marion Skamer. Her family moved to Akron when she was a child. After high school, Lois took a job with Bristol Company where she met John Woody, who would become her husband on...
Sarah L. Keatts
Nov 11, 2022
Sarah L. Keatts, 87, of Tallmadge, passed away on November 11, 2022. She was born on December 15, 1934 to the late Roger and Dorothy {Roberts} Pittman. In addition to her parents, Sarah was preceded in death by her husband Charles M. Keatts Sr. and her sister Joann Cunningham. Sarah will always be loved and dearly missed by her daughter,...
Lucille F. Durst
Nov 11, 2022
Lucille F. Durst, 101, of Akron, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 11, 2022. She was born on May 28, 1921. She was preceded in death by her husband Junior Durst and their son, Jerry Durst.Lucille worked as a nanny during her early years. World War II called Lucille to support the efforts as a Rosie the Riveter. Finally, she...
Brian Scott Lewis
Nov 9, 2022
Brian S. Lewis, 54, of Akron, passed away on November 9, 2022. He was born on December 2, 1967 to Harold D. Lewis and Shirley {Stevens} Kelly.Brian is survived by his loving father Harold "Harry" Lewis; mother Shirley (Craig) Kelly; brothers Shawn Lewis and Kevin Crossan. Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 17 at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 N....
Ruth Marie Ress
Nov 8, 2022
We regretfully announce the passing of Ruth Marie Ress of Ravenna, Ohio on November 8, 2022. She was born on April 21, 1940 to Joseph and Dorothea Fleming.In 1957, she met Robert on a blind date at Springfield roller rink, they married in 1960 and together they went on to have 5 children. Ruth was a wonderful and loving mother...
John Jeffrey Williams
Nov 8, 2022
John was born on August 22nd, 1941, in Akron Ohio and passed away on November 8th, 2022. Preceded in death by his wife of 51 years, Rita J Williams (12-15-17), by his father Charles C. Williams and his mother Jane G. Williams, brothers Charles F. Williams (10-30-2002), Robert J Williams (11-7-2002) and his sister Diann M. Williams (Staten) (9-5-2012). Surviving...
Lydia Ann Potter
Nov 8, 2022
Lydia Ann Potter, age 83 of Akron passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 8, 2022. A lifelong resident of Akron, Lydia was born to the late John and Helen {Sabaka} Jelus.Lydia will always be loved and dearly missed by her children Lisa (Donnie) Moore, Dorene (Tim) Sees and John (Shannon) Potter; granddaughter Kylie Sees.Lydia was an avid fan of Cleveland...
Mary "Dene" Montgomery
Nov 8, 2022
Mary Willadene Montgomery, 92, of Akron, passed away on November 8, 2022. She was born in Gilmer County, West Virginia on August 31, 1930 to the late Ottie and Kizzie Yeager.Dene was a wonderful mother, sister, and aunt. She loved spending time with family and friends and making crafts.In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her...
Jack Lindy Masters
Nov 7, 2022
Jack Lindy Masters, 95, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on November 7, 2022 at Falls Village Retirement Community. He was born on August 11, 1927 in Cameron, WV to the late Howard and Marion {Davison} Masters. In addition to his parents, Jack was preceded in death by his wife Eva Marie Masters and their children Jack Masters and Barbara Witt.Jack...
Robert V. Turner
Nov 7, 2022
Robert Vernon Turner Sr., 86, of Uniontown, OH 44685 went home to be with the Lord on Nov 7, 2022."Bob" was born on Sep 25, 1936 to Otis R. and Lena M. Turner in Akron Oh. He graduated from Central HS, Akron, OH and attended The University of Akron. He began working for The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co at...
Lea Ann Williams
Nov 7, 2022
Lea Ann Williams, age 67 of Akron, Ohio, died on November 7, 2022. She was born on October 22, 1955 in Akron, the daughter of the late Samuel and Mary (nee Holstine) Meadows. Lea Ann was a 1974 graduate of Ellet High School. She enjoyed reading, quiet time at home, and above all spending time with her family and pets....
Raymond Blake Pickelsimer
Nov 5, 2022
Raymond Blake Pickelsimer, 85, passed away at home November 5, 2022 with his family by his side. Born in Hurst, GA to Ernest and Emmagene (Waters) Pickelsimer, he lived in Akron, OH all of his adult life. Ray proudly served in the U. S. Army and he retired from Omnova Solutions after 48 years of service. He enjoyed country music,...
Idella Jane Butts
Nov 4, 2022
Special Homegoing Services and a Celebration of life for Idella Jane Butts, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and friend to many. Idella Jane Butts was born June 27, 1932 in Milledgeville, Georgia. Our beloved, Mother, Grandmother and Great-grandmother went home to be with the Lord on November 4, 2022. She resided in the community for 60 years after relocating from...
Eleanor Kay Adkins
Nov 4, 2022
Eleanor Kay Adkins, 78, of Akron, passed away on November 4, 2022. She was born in Akron on June 14, 1944 to the late Franklin D. and Elizabeth I. Marchand. She was the youngest of twelve children.Kay devoted her life to her husband, children, and grandchildren. She loved to care for her family and home and was a terrific cook...
Donna Diane Rawson
Nov 4, 2022
Donna D. Rawson, age 74 of Canal Fulton passed away on Friday, November 4, 2022. She was born in New Bedford, MA on September 22, 1948, the daughter of the late Edna {Maynard} and Donald Kern.In addition to her parents, Donna was preceded in death by her husband Gary Rawson. Donna will always be loved by her son Derek (Jamie...
Terrence James Dedinsky
Nov 4, 2022
Terrence James Dedinsky, "Terry", age 75 of Tallmadge, Ohio, died on November 4, 2022. He was born on January 25, 1947 in Akron, Ohio, the son of the late Edward James and May (nee Lyons) Dedinsky. Terry was an honorably discharged US Army Veteran, serving during the Vietnam War. Following his time in the service, Terry went to work for...
Peggy M. Danzy
Nov 3, 2022
Peggy M. Danzy, 89, passed away on November 3, 2022. She was born on July 29, 1933 the daughter of the late William and Lucille Thompson. She was a woman of faith and attended The Chapel in Akron. Peggy was employed and worked many dedicated years for the Summit County Children Services and then she retired from Radiator Rich. Peggy...
Deidra R. Wicks
Nov 3, 2022
Deidra R. Wicks, 57, passed away November 3, 2022 after an extended illness. Born in Akron, OH to Bill and Janice (Allen) Wicks, she was a lifelong area resident. Deidra previously worked as a cosmetologist at both Great Clips and Famous Hair. She greatly enjoyed her McDonald's coffee, watching game shows and soap operas on TV, going to the Outer...
James Kuts
Nov 3, 2022
James Kuts, 72, passed away November 3, 2022. Born in Akron, Ohio to Mathew and Louise (Miller) Kuts, he was a lifelong area resident. He owned and operated M & J Machine Shop for 40 years, retiring in 2014. Jim enjoyed fishing, boating, woodworking, going to the casino with his friend Dave and spending time with his family and friends.In...
Robert C. Mock Jr.
Nov 2, 2022
Robert "Bob" Clayton Mock Jr. on Wednesday, November 2nd, 2022, went home to be with the Lord at the age of seventy-five. He was born September 20th, 1947, in Akron, Ohio. He is a veteran who served in the United States Army. During his service, he was stationed inFrankfort, Germany, where he met Brigitte Mock, his wife of twenty-four years....
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