Obituaries
Judith E. Brindel
Aug 24, 2022
Judith E. Brindel (Wise) was granted her angel wings on August 24, 2022. Her final days were spent surrounded by her family and in the thoughts and prayers of those who loved her dearly.
Judy had a wonderful life which included her love of music. She was a member of the chorus group, Sweet Adelines, and a dedicated member of...
Stephen M. Shrock
Aug 23, 2022
Stephen M. Shrock, age 59, passed away August 23, 2022.
Born on July 3, 1963 to the late Cecil Shrock and Barb Triplett, he was a longtime Lakemore resident. He graduated from Springfield High School and enjoyed hunting and fishing.
Steve is survived by his wife of 31 years, Gail Palmer; daughters, Aimee and Angel; son, Michael; brothers, Cecil and...
R. Lee Small
Aug 21, 2022
R. Lee Small, born August 2, 1930 joined his wife Ellamae of 71 years in heaven on August 21, 2022.
Lee was born and raised in Pennsylvania. He was a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh with degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Business Administration. He served in the Army from 1948 to 1951 as a member of the army band....
Carol Ann Bowyer
Aug 20, 2022
Carol Ann (Croskey) Bowyer passed peacefully on Saturday morning, August 20, 2022.
She entered this world the 17th of June, 1934 as the only daughter of Mary (Stillinger) and Ted Croskey in Akron, OH. With an abiding love for words and reading, she graduated valedictorian Springfield Senior High School in 1952 and went on to graduate with honors in English...
Charles L. Weyrick
Aug 20, 2022
Charles L. Weyrick, age 94, passed away August 20, 2022.
Born in Mogadore on April 29, 1928 to the late Kenneth and Anna Weyrick, he was a lifelong resident of Suffield Township. Charles retired after working as a heavy equipment operator and was an active member of his church, New Testament Baptist Church. He enjoyed hunting with his sons,...
Eleanor M. Gilger
Aug 19, 2022
Eleanor M. “GG” Gilger, age 83, went home to be with the Lord on August 19, 2022.
Born in Akron on August 9, 1939 to the late Steve and Mary (Feher) Barna, she was a resident of Mogadore. She graduated from Ellet High School and retired from Hometown Health. Eleanor was a member of several churches and loved serving...
Niva Jean Miller
Aug 19, 2022
Niva Jean Miller, age 82, passed away surrounded by her family August 19, 2022.
She was born in Hartville and was a lifelong resident. She attended Eastern Menonite School and worked at Hartville Hardware for 38½ years. Niva loved spending time with her family, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Niva was preceded in death by her husband, Manford Miller; brothers, Elton...
Elizabeth Shaffer
Aug 15, 2022
Elizabeth “Betty” Elyse Ridgeway Shaffer returned to her heavenly home on August 15, 2022, just two days before her 96th birthday. She lived a long life full of contagious laughter that encouraged everyone who was lucky enough to meet her.
Betty was born in Trenton, NJ and raised in Uniontown, PA where she met and married her high school...
Robert H. Garner
Aug 14, 2022
Robert “Bob” H. Garner, age 88, went home to be with the Lord with his granddaughter by his side on Sunday, August 14, 2022.
Born in Akron, OH he lived his final months in Rockledge, FL with his granddaughter Jessica, her husband Scott, and his four great-grandsons. Bob retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber after 42 years. His interests included...
Vonda Bolen
Aug 10, 2022
Vonda L. Bolen, age 87, went home to be with the Lord on August 10, 2022.
She was born in Shinnston, WV on August 16, 1934 to the late Carl and Swanie Stalnaker. She retired from Ohio Edison and was a member of Temple Baptist Church.
Vonda was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Eunice Steese. She...
Teresa F. Ramnytz
Aug 4, 2022
Teresa, age 93, went home to be with our Lord on August 4, 2022. Teresa was born in Akron, OH and lived there most of her life. She moved several years ago to be with her daughter and family.
Teresa was a loving homemaker and caregiver. She loved fishing, vacations to Canada, shopping and being with her family and close...
Clyde "Bill" W. Cackler
Aug 3, 2022
Bill Cackler, age 83, went home to be with the Lord on August 3, 2022.
He was born in Cushing, OK on December 11, 1938 and served in the United States Army. He enjoyed bowling, golf, dancing, going to the gym, dining out, and traveling.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Clyde Lester and Lola Mae Cackler, and...
Robert M. Dempsey
Aug 3, 2022
Robert M. Dempsey, age 79, passed away on August 3, 2022.
He was born in Akron on November 10, 1942 to the late Robert and Marian Dempsey. He was a SeaBee in the United States Navy and worked in construction for over 40 years. He was also a lifetime member of the Masons.
Bob was preceded in death by...
Sharon Alice Shanholtzer
Aug 1, 2022
Sharon Alice Shanholtzer, daughter of Kenneth Shanholtzer and Phyllis (Shanholtzer) Daugherty, passed away August 1, 2022, Akron, Ohio. Sharon was born January 10, 1963 in Canton, Ohio. She graduated from Hoover High School in North Canton, Ohio and proceeded to the Art Institute of Pittsburgh, PA graduating with a major in Photography/Multimedia. She worked at Omega Color in North Canton,...
Mary Alice Plaster
Aug 1, 2022
Mary A. Plaster, age 101, went home to be with the Lord on August 1, 2022.
She was born in Russell County, VA on February 23, 1921 to the late John and Melissa Boyd. She sold real estate for 32 years, while also raising her family. Mary was an active member of Springfield Baptist Church for 75 years and...
Bonnie L. Factor
Jul 28, 2022
Born September 21st, 1945 in Bedford, OH, Bonnie passed away peacefully in her sleep July 28th, 2022.
Born to Helen and Larry Fidler, she went to Bedford High School. She married the love of her life, Gerry Factor, in 1968. They spent 47 years married until Gerry’s passing in 2015. She lived her life for her family. She loved...
Donna M. Thompson
Jul 27, 2022
Donna Thompson, age 89, was called home to be with her Lord on July 27, 2022 surrounded by family and loved ones.
Donna was born May 15, 1933, in Akron, Ohio to the late Harry and Rose Smith. She was a graduate of Springfield High School and Actual Business College. She was employed as a secretary by American Hard...
Rebecca L. Wilson
Jul 25, 2022
Rebecca L. Wilson, age 76, went home to be with the Lord on July 25, 2022.
Born on February 3, 1946 in Russell County, VA to the late Carey and Margaret Sigmon, she was a Uniontown resident for most of her life. Rebecca retired from Truax Restoration and was a member of Community Baptist Temple. She always looked forward...
Roberta M. Ryan
Jul 24, 2022
Roberta Mae Ryan, age 87, went home to be with Jesus July 24, 2022 after a courageous battle with ALS.
Born in Akron, Ohio she graduated from East High School and married the love of her life in 1952. She pursued her journey as a wife, mother, elementary teacher and coordinator of Career Education for the Akron Public Schools,...
James L. Rex
Jul 23, 2022
James “Jim” L. Rex, age 71, passed away July 23, 2022.
Born in Akron, he was a lifelong resident of the area. He graduated from Springfield High School in 1970. Jim retired from Kenmore Construction after 42 years and was a member of the Laborers Local Union 894. He enjoyed being in his garage and spending time with his...
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