Obituaries

Alice M. DeHaven

Alice M. DeHaven

Aug 30, 2013

MOGADORE -- Alice M. DeHaven, age 90, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2013, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Drummond Island, Mich., she had lived in Mogadore since 1961. Alice was a member of Northwest Avenue Church of Christ, where she enjoyed her Sunday School class, the “Young at Hearts”, Bible Studies, and her friends at church. She...

Ardelia "Dee" Schapiro ("Oma")

Ardelia "Dee" Schapiro ("Oma")

Aug 28, 2013

Ardelia Schapiro, age 81, passed away on August 28, 2013, surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Oklahoma, she was raised in Pomona, Calif. prior to moving to northeast Ohio, where she and her husband lived for the last 60 years. Ardelia enjoyed camping and ceramics, and was a loving mother and grandmother. Preceded in death by her husband...

Charles E. Gross

Charles E. Gross

Aug 23, 2013

Charles E. Gross, age 80, of Jackson Township departed into Heaven on August 23, 2013.

He was born in Akron, Ohio on November 20, 1932 to the late Roy and Mildred Gross. Charles graduated from Greensburg High School and the University of Akron, and was a pilot in the U.S. Air Force as well as the Air Force Reserves....

Amanda Inez Begue

Amanda Inez Begue

Aug 23, 2013

Amanda Inez Begue, age 81, died peacefully and surrounded by her children on August 23, 2013.

Inez was born in Alliance, Ohio on September 4, 1931 to Michele and Antoinette Pisanello, and was a graduate of Alliance High School. She enjoyed golfing, and her weekly card club, which she hosted the week before she died. Inez loved her family...

Rose Chenoweth

Rose Chenoweth

Aug 17, 2013

Rose Chenoweth, age 93, went to be with The Lord and her loved ones in heaven August 17, 2013.

She was born in Elkins, W. Va., retired from Ohio Bell after 25 years of service and attended Grace Bible Church. Her family was her joy, shopping and dining out was a favorite past time. Preceded in death by her...

Brian B. Mitchen

Brian B. Mitchen

Aug 16, 2013

Brian B. Mitchen, age 33, passed away unexpectedly August 16, 2013.

He was born in Akron and lived life to the fullest, enjoying his family and friends. Preceded in death by his father, Michael; grandparents, Glenna and Benjamin Truax. He is survived by his mother, Patricia Mitchen; brothers, David (Angela) Mitchen, Matthew (Molly Swinderman) Mitchen, Christopher Smith; grandmother, Anne...

Delores M. "Dee" Anderson

Delores M. "Dee" Anderson

Aug 14, 2013

Delores M. “Dee” Anderson, age 84, passed away August 14, 2013.

Born in Akron, she lived in Mogadore most of her life. Dee retired from Uniroyal/B.F. Goodrich in 1992, and was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church. Preceded in death by her husband of 37 years, Richard in 2011; parents, Robert and Elizabeth Harris; and brothers, James and...

James W. Tonguette

James W. Tonguette

Aug 10, 2013

James W. Tonguette, 74, passed away August 10, 2013.

He was born in Barberton, Ohio. James served in the United States Army and retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company. Survived by his daughters, Karen (Dale) Gearhart, Karla (Don) Morton; brother, Robert (Barbara) Tonguette; and sister, Norma (Dave) Morgan.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday 6:00 p.m. at...

Barbara A. Laughlin

Barbara A. Laughlin

Aug 10, 2013

Barbara A. Laughlin, 69, passed away August 10, 2013.

She was born in Akron, Ohio and lived most of her life in Uniontown. Barbara retired in 2002 from Akron Public Schools as a teacher after 33 years. She loved quilting, collecting stuffed animals and golfing. Preceded in death by her husband Don in 2003; parents, Clyde and Emily. She...

Terry L. Penson

Terry L. Penson

Aug 8, 2013

Terry L. Penson, age 66, passed away unexpectedly on August 8, 2013.

Born in New Brighton, Penn., he lived in the Akron and Uniontown areas for the last 40 years. Terry served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, and was employed with the U.S. Postal Service on Wolf Ledges in Akron. He enjoyed cruises, the Steelers, and...

Mark Nicholas Lontchar

Mark Nicholas Lontchar

Aug 7, 2013

Mark Nicholas Lontchar, age 73, passed away August 7, 2013.

Born in Akron, he was a graduate of Kenmore High School and was educated at the University of Akron. A veteran of the U.S. Army, Mr. Lontchar was employed for over 25 years at the BF Goodrich Company, and over 20 years at Integrated Medical in Kent. He enjoyed...

Jori Lynn Howley

Jori Lynn Howley

Aug 3, 2013

Jori Lynn Howley, age 21, passed away August 3, 2013, surrounded by the love of her family and friends.

Born in Akron, she lived in Randolph all of her life. Jori was a 2009 graduate of Waterloo High School, and attended Maplewood Vocational School, where she received the Leadership Award for her graduating class. She was a member of...

Norma J. Fleshman

Norma J. Fleshman

Aug 3, 2013

Norma Jean Fleshman, 86, passed away August 3, 2013.

She was born January 7, 1927 in Cuyahoga Falls and graduated from North High School in 1945. Norma lived most of her life in Akron and was a homemaker, although she had worked as a cashier for A & P Grocery. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.

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Bernhard J. Schapiro

Bernhard J. Schapiro

Aug 2, 2013

Bernhard "Bernie" J. Schapiro, 84, passed away August 2, 2013 at his home surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in Germany and lived in Northeast Ohio most of his life. Bernie served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and worked at General Tire as a statistician before starting his own company, Statistical Associates. He enjoyed...

Dennis W. Hutchings

Dennis W. Hutchings

Jul 31, 2013

Dennis W. Hutchings, age 74, passed away July 31, 2013.

Born in Akron, he was a life resident of the area, living in Uniontown for the past 37 years. Dennis retired from Akron City Hospital in 2001, where he was employed as a plumber for 36 years. He was an avid fisherman and movie collector.

Preceded in death by...

Mildred "Millie" Lanny

Mildred "Millie" Lanny

Jul 30, 2013

Mildred “Millie” Lanny, age 91, of Mogadore, went to be with her Lord Jesus on July 30, 2013 after a sudden illness.

Born on December 11, 1921 in Akron, Millie resided in Mogadore most of her life. She was independent, loving, and a caring mother and grandmother whose greatest joy was her family and many friends. She will be...

Carolyn Marie Martin

Carolyn Marie Martin

Jul 28, 2013

Carolyn Marie Martin, 69, passed away July 28, 2013.

She was born July 20, 1944 in Dayton, Ohio and lived most of her life in the Mogadore area. Carolyn graduated from St. Joseph Commercial High School in Dayton in 1962 and later graduated from the University of Dayton. She devoted her life to Catholic education and inspiring children to...

Sue R. Kachovec

Sue R. Kachovec

Jul 25, 2013

Sue R. Kachovec, age 87, passed away July 25, 2013.

She was born in Akron and lived in the area most of her life. Sue was a member of the Knights of Columbus Auxiliary, and The Red Hat Society. Also a member of Nativity of the Lord Jesus Catholic Church, the Silver Stars and Ladies Guild, she enjoyed crafting,...

Cynthia Y. Hindelang

Cynthia Y. Hindelang

Jul 24, 2013

Cynthia Y. Hindelang, age 55, a woman of uncommon strength, passed away after a long illness on July 24, 2013.

Born in New York, Cynthia graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Akron, obtaining her bachelors and masters degrees in Social Work. She pursued her career as a Social Worker for Summit County Children’s Services. Cynthia loved God...

Pauline Wilkerson

Pauline Wilkerson

Jul 24, 2013

Pauline Wilkerson, age 92, passed away July 24, 2013 after a short illness.

Born February 19, 1921 in Hopkins County, Kentucky, to Nineveh G. and Katie Mae David Goad. Affectionately known as “Granny” to so many, Pauline was a dedicated homemaker who lived most of her adult life in Akron. Her greatest joy was preparing food for those she...