Obituaries

Marjorie A. Speicher

Marjorie A. Speicher

Sep 6, 2022

Marjorie (Marge) Ann Speicher (nee Pulschen) was born in 1927 in Port Clinton, Ohio and passed away on Sept. 6, 2022 from natural causes. She attended and graduated from Bowling Green State University, where she was a member of Alpha Chi Omega sorority and met her future husband, Sanford “Red” Speicher. The couple was married for 59 years until Red’s...

Robert E. McLaughlin

Robert E. McLaughlin

Sep 3, 2022

Robert (Bob) Emory McLaughlin passed away peacefully on September 3, 2022 at the age of 91.  He leaves behind his daughters, Judge Kelly L. McLaughlin, and Christie (Timothy) McLaughlin-Peeper, granddaughters, Erin (Steven) Sumpter, and Alexandra Glascock, and great granddaughter, Emery June Sumpter, his namesake.  Bob was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Pat, his sisters, Aubrey, and...

Marie H. Auten

Marie H. Auten

Sep 3, 2022

Marie Helen (Metzger) Auten of Mogadore, Ohio passed away peacefully on September 3, 2022 with her two daughters at her side.

Marie was born in Akron, Ohio on December 24, 1934, to Ruth and John Metzger. She was a North High School graduate, and a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

Marie was preceded in death by her loving husband...

Geraldine (Ingold) Able

Geraldine (Ingold) Able

Sep 3, 2022

Geraldine (Ingold) Able entered through Heaven’s gates September 3, 2022 at the age of 98. Born in Mogadore, Ohio she had lived her entire life in the Akron area. Gerry was a lifelong member of Mogadore Christian Church, 50+ year member of Eastern Star, Craftsman Boat Club and Kenmore Senior Citizens.

WWII found her at Akron General Tire making life...

Elsie I. Gilchrist

Elsie I. Gilchrist

Aug 31, 2022

On August 31, 2022, Elsie Irene (Gaug) Gilchrist, loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away at home in Mogadore, Ohio surrounded by her children. Elsie was born December 11, 1929, at her family’s farm in Copley, Ohio. She was the seventh of nine children born to Hungarian immigrants Andrew and Katherine Gaug, and the last surviving sibling of her tight-knit...

Jacqueline M. Wells

Jacqueline M. Wells

Aug 27, 2022

Jacqueline Mary Wells, age 94, passed away on August 27, 2022.

Born in Aliquippa, PA she lived in Ellet, graduating from Ellet High School. She enjoyed keeping her home and yard beautiful, entertaining and cooking for friends, and most importantly, loving her family.

Jackie was preceded in death by her parents, George Paul and Velma L. Pashki; husband, Ronald Wells;...

Debbie Seese

Debbie Seese

Aug 27, 2022

Debbie Marks Seese, age 65, of Akron, Ohio went home to be with our lord and savior on August 27th, 2022. Her grandchildren were her greatest pride in the world. She is preceded in death by her daughter, Miranda, and parents, C. Wesley and Nancy Marks. Debbie is survived by her husband, Randy, daughters, Angela and Amanda, grandchildren, Bryanna, Kaelyn,...

Judith E. Brindel

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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