Obituaries
Paul E. Dye
Nov 17, 2013
Paul E. Dye, Sr., 80, passed away November 17, 2013.
Paul retired from Parker Hannifin where he was employed for 43 years. He enjoyed watching the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Cleveland Indians but most importantly, Paul lived for his grandchildren whom he loved dearly.
Survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Freda; children, Karen (Ron) Rowe,...
Stanley M. Fifer
Nov 16, 2013
Stanley M. Fifer, 92, joined his dear departed wife, Betty on November 16, 2013, leaving fond memories with his son, John (Susan) Fifer; daughters, Bonnie Earnest and Debra (David) Gross; grandchildren, Lori (David) Workman, N. Reed (April) Earnest, Tiffany and Ashley Gross and Stanley D. Fifer; great-grandchildren, Torrie (Matt) Webster, Brittany Petrosky, Tommy Earnest, James Brooker and Elan Fifer; brothers,...
Norma McCune Kline
Nov 15, 2013
Norma McCune Kline, age 89, passed away November 15, 2013.
Born in Akron, Norma was employed as executive secretary to the president of Lawson Milk Company for 11 years and as manager of L-K Motel (later known as Country Hearth Inn) at Belden Village for 17 years. She was past matron of Falls Chapter 245 Order of Eastern Star....
Sylvia Brake Staats
Nov 11, 2013
Sylvia Brake Staats, born on January 16, 1921 to Ison and Kathryn Woodruff in the Thomastown area of Akron, passed away peacefully into the loving arms of her heavenly Father on November 11, 2013.
Sylvia graduated from East High School in 1938. She worked for the U.S. Bureau of Naval Personnel in 1941 and for Goodyear Tire & Rubber...
Sally A. Weatherholt (Pawlowski)
Nov 8, 2013
Sally A. Weatherholt, 69, went home to be with the Lord November 8, 2013 surrounded by her loving family.
She was born in Barberton, was a life resident of the area and graduated from Garfield High School. Sally was a former member of Eagles Aerie #555 and American Legion Post 0566. She was an avid bingo player, enjoyed her...
Joseph P. Palumbo
Nov 8, 2013
Joseph P. Palumbo Jr., 79, passed away November 8, 2013.
He was born in Waukegan, IL, graduated from North High School and attended the University of Akron. Joseph was employed 44 years in the Grocery Industry and was a member of St. Matthew Parish, Mogadore Lions Club and the Merrymakers. He enjoyed reading, cooking and Jeopardy.
Preceded in...
Margaret "Peg" Pamer
Nov 7, 2013
Margaret “Peg” Pamer, 93, went home to be with the Lord on November 7, 2013.
She was employed with Goodyear Aircraft as a Rosie the Riveter during WWII and played the Hawaiian guitar on Saturday’s on the WADC radio during the 1930’s and 1940’s. Peg was a member of Suffield United Church of Christ over 60 years and she...
Wilborn "Tom" Thomas
Nov 7, 2013
Wilborn Emmitt Thomas, 80, passed away November 7, 2013.
He was born in Independence, Louisiana and lived in Mogadore most of his life. Tom served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He retired in 1984 as the Manager of the Commercial Loan Department of Bank One (formerly Firestone Bank), and the University of Akron where he...
Tyler James Westbury
Nov 4, 2013
Tyler James Westbury, age 20, passed away unexpectedly on November 4, 2013.
Born in Akron, Ohio Tyler resided with his family in Uniontown, Ohio. He attended Lake High School and graduated from Choices High School. Tyler enjoyed spending time with his family, boating, movies, music and playing with his dog Lanie. He was an exceptional artist and photographer. Tyler...
Veda P. Bell
Nov 4, 2013
Veda P. Bell, 80, passed away November 4, 2013.
Born in Clarksburg, West Virginia on October 29, 1933, Veda grew up in the Akron area and later moved to the Hartville area as an adult. She was a dedicated sports fan who loved to watch all of the local teams play.
Preceded in death by her parents, Eva...
Edna M. (Hurst) Barnes
Nov 2, 2013
Edna M. Barnes, 101, passed away peacefully November 2, 2013.
She was born in Mercer, PA, was raised and resided in Ellet before moving to Uniontown in 1974. Edna retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company after 35 years of service. She then opened Wayside Antiques which she ran for another 35 years and manufactured the Barnes Reamer.
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James H. Miller
Oct 29, 2013
James H. Miller, age 89, passed away October 29, 2013.
Born in West Palm Beach, Fla., he lived in the Mogadore area most of his life, graduating from KSU High School. James served in the U. S. Army during World War II, and was employed with Matco Tool Company. He was a member of Mogadore Christian Church, Mogadore Lions...
Frania P. Castner
Oct 28, 2013
Frania P. Castner, 65 years, passed away October 28, 2013 of CNS Lymphoma.
She was born in Bergen-Belsen, Germany and lived in the Akron area. Frania devoted her entire working career in nursing. Preceded in death by parents, Izak and Janka Potok; she is survived by her husband of 21 years, Kenneth F.; step sons, Eric (Lisa), Edward (Erica)...
Jean Scarcella (nee Kelley)
Oct 28, 2013
Jean Scarcella, 83 years, went home to be with the Lord on October 28, 2013.
She was born in Brohard, West Va., lived in the Akron area most of her life, spending the past four years at GreenView. Jean was a devoted homemaker and also had been employed at Ohio Bell as a long distance switchboard operator. She enjoyed...
Vida F. Leaver
Oct 22, 2013
Vida F. Leaver, age 91, passed away on October 22, 2013.
She was born in Northampton, Ohio and lived in the area all of her life. Vida was employed as a bookkeeper for Metropolitan Housing, and enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, and meeting with her prayer group. She was a member of Hillwood Chapel in Uniontown for over 50 years,...
June E. (Patterson) Hershberger
Oct 20, 2013
June E. Hershberger, 90, passed away peacefully at home October 20, 2013.
She was born in Canton and lived in Akron for more than 50 years. June was a homemaker and she enjoyed reading, doing puzzles, word searches and spending time with her family.
Preceded in death by her parents and husband, Daniel; she is survived by her...
Don R. Arehart
Oct 19, 2013
Don R. Arehart, 81, went home to be with the Lord on October 19, 2013.
Don was born in Mogadore and lived in the area his entire life. He retired from H.M. Miller Excavating after 30 years of service. Don was a Volunteer Fireman for the Mogadore Fire Department for 25 years, he served as a member of the Greenwood...
Mary Eileen Petry
Oct 19, 2013
Mary Eileen Petry, age 90, went home to be with the Lord on October 19, 2013.
Eileen has lived in Mogadore, Portland, Oregon and Canton, Ohio. She graduated from Mogadore High School, worked briefly as a secretary at Goodyear, and then became a loving homemaker. Eileen was a member of Greenwood Christian Church in Canton, and will be remembered...
Pauline H. McCartt
Oct 19, 2013
Pauline H. "Pug" McCartt, age 92, passed away October 19, 2013.
She was born in Akron and graduated from Ellet High School. Pauline was a life resident of the Ellet area and was a devoted homemaker. She was a longtime member of North Springfield Presbyterian Church and a committed member of the Akron Democrat Club. Pug and her husband,...
Bernard Joseph McNelis
Oct 15, 2013
Bernard Joseph McNelis, age 71, passed away unexpectedly on October 15, 2013. He was welcomed into Heaven by his parents, Frank and Dottie McNelis; his siblings, Richard McNelis and Dorothea Glott; his sister-in-law, Fran McNelis; and his grandson, Jacob Brooker.
Bernard was born on June 10, 1942 in Pittsburgh, Pa., and raised in California, Pa. He entered the Navy...
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