Obituaries

Jun 5, 2012

Betty J. Backus, 86, passed away June 5, 2012.

Born in Akron, she lived in the area all of her life.

Preceded in death by her loving husband of 62 years, Donald in 2009; and brother, Clell Smith, Betty is survived by son, Donald (Cheryl); daughter, Vickie (Kenneth) Conant; grandchildren, Kelly Hurd, Stacey (Pete) Gardner, Angela (Barry) Pruitt, and Aaron...

Jun 3, 2012

Pearl S. Ross, found peace Sunday, June 3, 2012 at 89 years old.

She was born in Pennsylvania and lived in the Akron area most of her life. She was employed with Crawford Book Bindry and Fisher Fazio’s and was a former member of St. Bernard Catholic Church.

She is survived by son, Paul (Cynthia) of Westerville, OH; daughters, Penny Primerano-Green...

Jun 2, 2012

Mario L. Del Savio, 80, passed away June 2, 2012 after a long illness.

Born in Akron, he lived in the Suffield area for the past 40 years. Mario served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict, and was employed as a technician at Ohio Bell.

Preceded in death by his wife of 46 years, Mary in 2006, he is...

Jun 1, 2012

Robert F. “Bob” Carter, 94, passed away June 1, 2012.

Born in Mayfield, Ky., he lived most of his life in the Akron and Canton areas, retiring from B.F. Goodrich after 48 years of service.

Bob enjoyed being involved in bowling and softball leagues, working in the yard, and spending his free time fishing and golfing.

Preceded in death by...

May 31, 2012

Leonard L. “Lenny” McHaddon, 68, died suddenly May 31, 2012.

Born in Kittanning, Pa., he lived in the Akron area most of his life. Lenny was employed as a truck driver for most of his life, and was also head of maintenance at St. V-M for eight years.

Preceded in death by his wife, Rosemary; parents, Wilbert and Martha McHaddon;...

May 30, 2012

Linda Marie Williams, 50, passed away May 30, 2012.

Born in Akron, Ohio on July 13, 1961, Linda passed away after battling ovarian cancer for nine years. As she said, “I have cancer, cancer didn’t have me.” A graduate of North High School in 1979, Linda retired from Becker Pumps with 32 years of service.

Linda was the daughter of Mayford Harley...

May 29, 2012

George Adam Pounders, 63, passed away May 29, 2012.

Born in Akron, he lived in Sawyerwood all of his life, and retired from Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company.

George served as Dog Warden for the Tallmadge Police Department, and volunteered for the Springfield Township Fire Department. He was a founding member of Fathers of the Flag, and was very involved with...

May 28, 2012

May 28, 2012

Our dear, sweet Mother, Grandmother, and Great-Grandmother, Helen Anna (Wilkie) Stevens, age 99, went home to be with the Lord May 28, 2012.

Born in Akron, Helen was a life member of The Chapel and taught Sunday School (three year olds) for over 60 years, retiring when she turned 90. She also led Pioneer Girls on Wednesday evenings, participated in The...

May 24, 2012

Austin P. Cippant, 77 years, went home to be with the Lord May 24, 2012.

Born in Akron, he retired as a machinist from Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company with 44 years of service. Austin was a longtime member of Springfield Church of the Brethren where he enjoyed working on various projects.

Preceded in death by parents, Austin and Mary Cippant;...

May 24, 2012

Dorothy “Dottie” Barnes, age 83, went to be with her Lord and Savior May 24, 2012. 

A lifetime resident of Akron, Dorothy worked for many years at Firestone Tire, Goodyear Tire and the Humbard Ministry.  She was a member of the Chapel in Akron for many years. 

Preceded in death by her husband of 63 years and the love of...

May 23, 2012

David J. Collins, Sr., 72 years, was welcomed into the arms of his Savior, Jesus Christ, on May 23, 2012.

Dave served in the U.S. Army and was a member of Home Missionary Baptist Church where he sang with the Joyful Noise. He was a wonderful husband, dad and grandpa and will be truly missed by all who knew him.

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May 21, 2012

Hazel I. Maag, 91, passed away May 21, 2012.

Born in Milton Township, Ohio, Hazel lived in the Mogadore area most of her life. She was employed by F.W. Albrecht Grocery for 28 years and was a member of the East Market Street United Church of Christ.

Preceded in death by her husband of 36 years, William H.; sisters, Mabel Wilson...

May 21, 2012

Eleanor "Nine" McCardell, 83 years, passed away May 21, 2012.

She was born in Mogadore and was a loving homemaker most of her life.

Preceded in death by her husband, Denzil; son, Fred; she is survived by son, Reese (Maria); daughters, Denise (Tim) Dunigan and Pat Lavigne; grandson, Adam.

Private services and burial will be held at the convenience of...

May 20, 2012

George A. Burian, DDS, 80 years, passed away peacefully at his residence May 20, 2012.

He was born in Stow, Ohio to the late George J. and Helen Burian. Dr. Burian was a dentist in Ellet for over 35 years, He served as a Captain in the United States Air Force. George led a very active life enjoying golf, the...

May 17, 2012

Harry L. Read, 84, passed away May 17, 2012.

His parents came to the United States from Ireland in 1882. Mr. Rea was born in Akron, and he had lived in Green since 1966. He was a veteran from Firestone Tire & Rubber Co. in 1983 after 35 years of service. Harry was a 50 year member of Adoniram Masonic...

May 17, 2012

Anna Stewart, 79, went home to be with the Lord May 17, 2012.

Born in North Canton, she lived in Akron most of her life. Anna was very artistic, and was a loving mother and grandmother. She will be dearly missed by all.

Preceded in death by her husband, James F.; and sisters, Olive and Alice. She is survived by...

May 17, 2012

Raymond L. "Ray" Watkins, 80 went home to be with the Lord May 17, 2012. He was a devoted family man, father, grandfather, brother and friend who will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

Born in Mogadore, he lived most of his life in the Akron area. Ray served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean War,...

May 15, 2012

Alfreda Norma Layne, 90, passed away May 15, 2012.

She was born in Marietta, Ohio into a family of two boys and eight girls. Alfreda graduated from Marietta High School in 1940, then m oved to Akron in 1942 and worked at Goodyear Aircraft. After the war was over, she worked at B.F. Goodrich until 1952, when she began to...

May 15, 2012