Obituaries

David M. Raff

David M. Raff

Mar 26, 2020

David Michael Raff, age 33, sadly passed away on March 26, 2020 after fighting a courageous two-month battle against challenging medical conditions. David struggled his entire life with his bipolar disorder and his self-medicating addiction problems. Due to his bipolar condition you were never sure which personality was going to greet you for the day. Dave was a sensitive, caring...

Judith A. Dupert

Judith A. Dupert

Mar 25, 2020

"Together Again" Judith A. Dupert, age 78, went home to be with the Lord on March 25, 2020. Born in Port Clinton, Ohio, she currently lived in Lakemore. Judy was a member of the Lakemore Ladies Jaycees and the Regatta Committee. She loved her flower arranging and crafts. Preceded in death by her husband, Marshall Dupert Jr.; parents, Richard Farmer...

Jewel Miller

Jewel Miller

Mar 24, 2020

Jewel Miller, age 92, passed away on March 24, 2020. Born in Somerset, Ky., she lived in Uniontown most of her life and was a member of Trinity Church of the Nazarene. Jewel was employed as a cashier in the grocery industry, and her smiling face greeted many customers over the years at Hummel’s IGA in North Canton. Preceded in...

Raphael John Caprez

Raphael John Caprez

Mar 19, 2020

Raphael “Rafe” Caprez, passed away unexpectedly on March 19, 2020, at the age of 59. He was born in Akron, Ohio, on February 6, 1961, one of eight children of Catherine and Walter Caprez. After graduating from North High School, he matriculated to the University of Akron, where he played tennis and earned his associate’s degree in criminal justice. A...

Helen L. Mollette

Helen L. Mollette

Mar 19, 2020

Helen Molette, “Grandma Helen”, age 92, went home to be with the Lord on March 19, 2020. A life resident of Akron, Helen graduated from East High School and was a member of Clearview United Methodist Church. She enjoyed reading, sewing and crafting, but most important to Mom was her family. Helen also loved the Cavs and Indians, and recently...

John A. Wilson

John A. Wilson

Mar 12, 2020

John A. Wilson, “Pop Pop” to his grandchildren, age 84, died peacefully at home March 12, 2020 surrounded by family and beloved friends. Born in Barberton, Ohio on October 24, 1935 to the late John Wilson and Annabelle Tomaiko, he graduated from Akron Central High School, served in the United States Air Force and attended The Ohio State University. Loving...

Joseph T. Wehrlin

Joseph T. Wehrlin

Mar 8, 2020

Joseph T. Wehrlin, age 50, passed away on March 8, 2020. He was born in Akron and lived in Hartville most of his life. Joseph graduated from Lake High School in 1989 and was employed by SPSI. His hobbies included hunting, fishing, raising and competing roller pigeons, raising puppies, and raccoon hunting. Joe was also a devout Michigan football fan....

Gerald C. "Gerry" Huhn

Gerald C. "Gerry" Huhn

Mar 3, 2020

Gerald C. “Gerry” Huhn, Jr., age 72, passed away at the VA Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio, after a short illness. Born in Akron, Gerry currently resided in Uniontown. He graduated from Garfield high school in 1965, and served in the US Navy during the Vietnam era. Gerry retired from S.A.Comunale after many years of service. He was a member of...

Jack W. Lancaster

Jack W. Lancaster

Feb 26, 2020

Jack W. Lancaster, age 85, went home to be with the Lord on February 26, 2020. Born in West Virginia, he lived in the Akron area most of his life. Jack was a veteran of the U.S. Army and a member of the Brown Street Church of Christ. He worked as a Material Handler for many years at the Massey...

Geraldine M. Combs

Geraldine M. Combs

Feb 25, 2020

Geraldine Combs, age 91, passed away on February 25, 2020. Along with her parents, Gerri is now reunited with her husband, Hubert; son, Randall; sister, June; and brothers, Leon and Bob. She will be dearly missed by her daughter, Rebecca (Joe) Reischman; daughter-in-law, Mary Jo Combs; grandchildren, Steven Reischman and Lisa (Brian) Abbott; great-grandchildren, Collin Reischman, Emma and Lucas Kristophel...

Sharon Cottrell

Sharon Cottrell

Feb 24, 2020

Sharon Cottrell, 68 years, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on February 24, 2020. She was born in Weston, W.Va. and lived in Lakemore most of her life. Sharon was a loving person and always had an open door for anyone needing a place to stay. She was a stay-at-home Mom and enjoyed her grandchildren and playing Bingo....

William David Maxwell

William David Maxwell

Feb 21, 2020

William "Bill" David Maxwell IV William David Maxwell IV, age 60, went home to be with the Lord on February 21, 2020. Born in Barberton, he lived in the Akron area. Bill graduated from the University of Akron, and was employed for 19 years at Tempur-Sealy Medina. He was a member of the Teamsters Local #293. He enjoyed cruising on...

William James Droppleman

William James Droppleman

Feb 20, 2020

William James Droppleman, age 80, of Uniontown, went home to be with our loving Lord on February 20, 2020, at Cleveland Clinic Akron General, Akron, Ohio. William James Droppleman, “Bill”, was born in West Union, West Virginia to James P. Droppleman and Bertha Flanagan Droppleman. He attended West Union High School, W.Va., where he played multiple sports. Following that, he...

Elizabeth J. "Betty" Prunesti

Elizabeth J. "Betty" Prunesti

Feb 18, 2020

Elizabeth J. “Betty” Prunesti, age 89, went home to be with the Lord on February 18, 2020. A life resident of Akron, Betty graduated from Kenmore High School and served in the Marine Corps Reserves. She was a member of St. Matthew Parish, and enjoyed hiking, swimming and playing cards. Above all, Betty enjoyed spending time with her family. Preceded...

Lana Morrison

Lana Morrison

Feb 18, 2020

"Together Again" LAKEMORE -- Lana Morrison, age 77, passed away on February 18, 2020 surrounded by her family. Born in Akron, she lived in Lakemore all of her life and graduated from Springfield High School in 1960. Lana was a member of Lakemore United Methodist Church and was employed by Springfield Local Schools. She enjoyed cooking, baking and crafting, but...

Marilyn Bornman

Marilyn Bornman

Feb 18, 2020

Marilyn Bornman, age 86, went home to be with the Lord on February 18, 2020. Born in Canton, she lived in the Uniontown and Hartville areas all of her life and graduated from Uniontown High School. Marilyn retired from CVS Pharmacy and was a member of Grace United Church of Christ in Uniontown. She enjoyed playing cards and the lottery,...

Ferris P. "Fess"  Parker

Ferris P. "Fess" Parker

Feb 17, 2020

Ferris P. “Fess” Parker, age 80, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2020 after a five-year struggle with numerous health issues. Born in Portsmouth, Ohio, he lived in the Akron area for the past 50 years. Fess was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and retired as a Manager from Household Finance after 25 years of service. He was...

Linda Sue Cline (Gardner)

Linda Sue Cline (Gardner)

Feb 12, 2020

Linda Sue Cline (Gardner), age 83, passed away on February 12, 2020. Born in Akron, Linda graduated from Central High School and was employed with U.S. Bank. She was a member of New Horizons Christian Church, and enjoyed gardening, playing cards and collecting coins. Above all, Linda enjoyed spending time with her family, children, and grandchildren. 

Preceded in death by her...

Mary "Rose" Begue

Mary "Rose" Begue

Feb 6, 2020

Mary “Rose” Begue, age 99, passed away on February 6, 2020. A life resident of Randolph, Rose was self-employed and owned and operated Hillside Gardens for over 20 years. She enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, playing Euchre and reading. Preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Begue; grandson, David Begue; great-grandson, Easton Smith; son-in-law, Michael Smith;...

Ramona K. Farwell (nee Mack)

Ramona K. Farwell (nee Mack)

Feb 6, 2020

Ramona K. Farwell (nee Mack), age 60, passed away after an extended illness, on February 6, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. Born in Akron, Ramona was a lifelong area resident. She enjoyed gardening, and hosting holidays at her home, but her greatest joy was spending time with and caring for her family. Preceded in death by her parents, George...

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