Obituaries

Anna Jane "Susie" Nestor

Anna Jane "Susie" Nestor

Sep 15, 2014

Anna Jane “Susie” Nestor-Turille, 76 years, died unexpectedly September 15, 2014 in her sleep.

Throughout her journeys, she always considered Mogadore her home. Preceded in death by her parents, Okey H. and Gladys Nestor; and brother, Bob Nestor. She is survived by sons, Stuart Turille Jr. and Terry Turille, both of Wilmington, N.C., and Randy Turille of Lynchburg, Va.;...

Penny L Mollohan

Penny L Mollohan

Sep 10, 2014

Penny L. Mollohan (Lawrence), 52, born February 24, 1962, joined her infant daughter, Tabitha and parents, William A. Lawrence and Carolyn J. Boling in Heaven on September 10, 2014.

Penny was a graduate of Springfield High School, excelling in grades as well as many sports. She played on the first softball team to win state champions with then, coach...

John F. Hillenbrand

John F. Hillenbrand

Sep 10, 2014

John F. Hillenbrand, 85, of North Canton, passed away on September 10, 2014.

A graduate of St. Mary’s Catholic High School, he served proudly in the U.S. Army, mustering out as M.P. Sergeant. John retired in 1987 from the U.S. Postal Service after 36 years of service and had also been employed 33 years at Chapel Hill Sears Automotive....

Lily Esta Asente

Lily Esta Asente

Sep 10, 2014

Lily Esta Asente, born on August 18, 2014, 24 days old, passed on September 10, 2014.

Her beautiful soul was greeted with open arms by her great-grandparents, Stephen and Esta Smith, Vernon and Angeline Clapp, Coleman and Julia Beahn, and Michele Asente. She will be thought of and remembered by parents, Matthew and Jennifer Asente; big brother, Coleman; nanas...

Kenneth L. Rinehart

Kenneth L. Rinehart

Sep 7, 2014

Kenneth L. Rinehart, age 67, passed away peacefully with his brother and sister-in-law at his side on Sunday, September 7th after a long battle with diabetes and its numerous complications.

He graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School and BGSU, becoming a middle school history teacher and coach in the Brookville school district in southwest Ohio. He cherished the memories...

Marie Louise D'Amicone

Marie Louise D'Amicone

Sep 5, 2014

Marie Louise “Weisie” D’Amicone, age 60, went home to be with the Lord on September 5, 2014.

Born in Akron, she worked at Weaver Industries and United Disabilities. Marie enjoyed music, especially the Beatles, working puzzles, coloring, bowling and dancing.

Preceded in death by her parents, Orie and Marguerite; she is survived by sisters, Anna Marie (Tom) Nemcheck,...

Robin Lynn Watson

Robin Lynn Watson

Sep 5, 2014

Robin L. Watson (Scofield) died at home on September 5, 2014.

Robin was surrounded by the wonderful memories of her grandchildren. Robin’s son, Christopher Watson and her three grandchildren, Amber, Kalie and Bryce Watson were the true loves of her life. Robin was thrilled to share the honor of helping raise three lovely grandchildren.

Robin leaves behind her...

Frank E. Auman

Frank E. Auman

Sep 5, 2014

Frank E. Auman passed away September 5, 2014.

He was born to Joseph and Gatha (Kinney) Auman in Terra Alta, West Va. on March 27, 1935. After graduating high school, Frank grabbed his child bride and headed to Akron, where he worked at Goodyear for 38 years, then at National Machine for 15 years. To say he lived a...

Virginia Eileen Ferrell

Virginia Eileen Ferrell

Sep 4, 2014

Virginia Eileen “Jennie” Ferrell, age 83, went home to be with the Lord on September 4, 2014.

Born in Leadmine, West Va., she lived in the Akron area most of her life. Jennie retired from Akron City Hospital as an LPN, and was a member of TOPS OH #1384. She was an avid Cleveland Indians fan and enjoyed reading...

Peggy Lynn Ball

Peggy Lynn Ball

Sep 3, 2014

Peggy Lynn Ball, age 58, passed away September 3, 2014.

Born in Akron, she lived most of her life in Akron and Cuyahoga Falls. Preceded in death by her husband, Robert W. Ball; father, Donald Long; and brother, Donald Richard. She is survived by son, Donald (Angie) Ball; grandchildren, Dylan and Alivia; mother, Patricia; sister, Diane (Dan) Bittaker; nieces,...

Mack Arden Stapleton

Mack Arden Stapleton

Sep 1, 2014

Mack Arden Stapleton, passed away Monday, September 1, 2014.

He was born in Barlow, Ky. on 12-22-22 to the late William and Flora Stapleton, and was the last of the family of six brothers and one sister to pass. They will be greeting him in Heaven, along with Betty, his beloved late wife of 53 years. Mack and Betty...

Donald Moody Roberts

Donald Moody Roberts

Sep 1, 2014

Donald Moody Roberts, 89, went home to be with his Lord September 1, 2014.

He was born in Meadville, Pa. and lived in the Mogadore, Akron and Greentown areas. Don graduated from Mogadore High School and was drafted into the U.S. Army. As PFC 1st class, he served with the 8th Division, 121st Regiment at D-Day (Normandy, France), Battle...

Deborah J. Steinel

Deborah J. Steinel

Sep 1, 2014

Deborah J. Steinel, age 62, passed away Monday, September 1, 2014.

She was born in Akron on March 23, 1952 and lived in Randolph, Ohio. Debbie graduated from Waterloo High School and was a full-time wife, mother and grandmother. She was a member of Ohio High School Athletic Association, and OGSO. Debbie enjoyed umpiring baseball and softball, and especially...

Cloyd G. "Butch" Wiggins

Cloyd G. "Butch" Wiggins

Sep 1, 2014

Cloyd G. “Butch” Wiggins, age 72, passed away on September 1, 2014 after a short illness.

Butch retired from U.P.S., and was a hardworking family man with a great sense of humor. He loved his cars and was a master of all trades. There was nothing he couldn’t accomplish and nothing he was afraid to try. Butch was extremely...

Steve Marko

Steve Marko

Aug 30, 2014

Steve Marko, age 84, joined his beloved wife, Carolyn on August 30, 2014.

He was born in Akron, and lived in Mogadore for over 45 years. Steve was the owner of Marko Body Shop for more than 60 years. One of Steve’s passions was being a horseman and breeder of state and national champion quarter horses. He was a...

Delbert Glenn Parsons

Delbert Glenn Parsons

Aug 29, 2014

Delbert Glenn Parsons, age 56, of Green, joined his loving wife Sharon in Heaven, on August 29, 2014.

He was born in Akron on February 26, 1958 to Wanda and Vonnie Parsons. Delbert graduated from Green High School in 1977, and was employed with Akron Central Engraving Mold and Machine for 30 years. Delb was deeply devoted to caring...

Richard G Allman

Richard G Allman

Aug 29, 2014

Richard G Allman, age 86, went home to be with the Lord on August 29, 2014 after a courageous battle with COPD.

Born in Tallmadge, he was an Akron resident all of his life. Richard served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, and retired from Sears service in 1995. Richard was a member of Community Baptist Temple...

Doris E. (Church) Sherrill

Doris E. (Church) Sherrill

Aug 25, 2014

Lord, now lettest thy servant depart in peace, according to thy word. (Luke 2:29)

On August 25, 2014, our cherished mom, grandma and great-grandma took God’s hand and entered into Heaven to once again be with her husband, Jim; her parents, Conley and Mamie Church; her brothers, Louis, Conley, Jr. and Eddie Church; her sister, Wanda Bauer; and her...

Leonard C. Gagen

Leonard C. Gagen

Aug 24, 2014

Leonard C. Gagen and Wanda J. Gagen Leonard C. Gagen, age 81, passed away August 24, 2014.

A loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, he was an Army veteran, and worked for the City of Akron.

Leonard was preceded in death by parents, Anna and Leonard; sister, Eleanor; and brother, Edward. Wanda J. Gagen, age 75, passed away...

David A.  LeBarre

David A. LeBarre

Aug 14, 2014

David A. LeBarre, age 64, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2014.

He served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. David was very proud of his military service, and was named “Sailor of the Year” twice. He was a master machinist and worked many years at Manchester Tool and Karder Machine. He also worked at EB Wire...