Obituaries
Mary L. Rummell
Dec 17, 2017
Mary L. Rummell, age 74, went home to be with the Lord December 17, 2017. Born in Akron, Ohio, she was a lifetime area resident. Mary graduated from East High School and retired from Aircraft Breaking Systems Corporation (ABSC). She was a member of The Chapel in Green, where she was known as a “master quilter” in their quilting group....
Eloise G. Krausse
Dec 17, 2017
Eloise G. Krausse, age 90, went home to be with the Lord December 17, 2017. Born in Ashland, Ohio, Eloise lived in the Akron area most of her life. She graduated from Central High School, received her Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Akron and later her Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education from Kent State University. Eloise retired from...
Gloria Ann Riddell
Dec 16, 2017
Gloria A. Riddell “Sis”, age 74, passed away peacefully at Akron City Hospital after a lifelong battle with Crohn’s disease on December 16, 2017. A life resident of Akron, Gloria was a dedicated homemaker who enjoyed doing crafts, playing Bonco and loved spending time with her family. She especially loved her grandchildren, to whom she was very devoted and always...
"Jim Beasley"
Dec 16, 2017
“Jim Beasley” Charles James Beasley, age 89, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2017. A life resident of Akron, he was employed by O.K. Trucking (formerly Anderson Motor) for many years, retiring in 1983. Jim was a veteran of the U.S. Army and was an avid golfer and bowler. He was a very loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Preceded...
William Thomas "Bill" Witmyer
Dec 15, 2017
"Together Again" William Thomas “Bill” Witmyer, age 88, passed away on December 15, 2017 with his daughters by his side. Born in Akron, he lived in the area all of his life and graduated from Tallmadge High School. Bill served in Panama in the U.S. Army, and retired from PPG and MK Architectural Metal, Inc. In his spare time, he...
Robert L. Snowden
Dec 14, 2017
Robert L. Snowden II, born June 23, 1965, passed away December 14, 2017 in Greenville, TN. He lived in Akron, Ohio his entire life until recently moving to TN. He is preceded in death by his father, Robert L. Snowden I; and mother, Evelyn Stark. Robert is survived by his wife, Vera; daughter, Bobbi Snowden; sons, Robert Snowden III and...
Sandra "Sandy" Lee Pierce
Dec 10, 2017
Sandra “Sandy” Lee Pierce (Humbert) age 64 answered her call to be with the Lord on Dec. 10th, 2017 after her courageous battle with lung cancer. Sandy was born in Canton, OH and graduate of Lake High School, class of 71, and The University of Akron. Sandy is a retiree from Bridgestone Firestone where she worked as a Pension Analyst...
Theresa Ann Proudfoot-VanHorn
Dec 7, 2017
Theresa, 51 years, went off to ride in Paradise on December 7, 2017. Preceded in death by her husband, Ron; parents, Robert and Regina Proudfoot; and nephew, Robby Croft. She is survived by her only son, Joshua (Amanda) Proudfoot; sisters, Chrissy, Tammy and B.J.; niece, Krystal and nephew, Brett; lifelong friends, Pam, Bon Bon, Gail and Tamera. Theresa was a...
Elsie M. DeLong
Dec 6, 2017
Elsie M. (Jones) DeLong of Akron, Ohio passed away on December 6, 2017 at the age of 97. She was born on April 27, 1920 in Parsons, West Virginia, and has been a resident of Akron since 1927. Elsie was preceded in death by parents, McClure B. Jones and Etta (Adams) Jones; her husband of 40 years, Oliver R. DeLong...
Edith M. Corl
Dec 2, 2017
Edith M. Corl (nee Calcei) RANDOLPH – Edith M. Corl, age 93, passed away December 2, 2017 surrounded by her loving family. Born in Italy to Francesco and Maria Calcei, she grew up in Mogadore and lived in Randolph most of her life. Edith was a homemaker and enjoyed gardening. She was a very active and dedicated volunteer for many...
Timothy J. Gogel
Dec 2, 2017
Timothy J. Gogel, Sr., age 73, passed away December 2, 2017. Born in New York City, Tim grew up on Long Island. He served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Germany. Tim was the co-owner/operator of Frank J. Stolitzka and Son. He enjoyed golfing, going to the beach, spending time with friends, watching movies and most importantly, spending...
Joyce Richards Malinas
Nov 27, 2017
Joyce Richards Malinas, age 90, went home to be with the Lord on November 27, 2017. Born in West Virginia, she moved to the Akron area after graduating and was employed with B.F. Goodrich for 43 years. Joyce loved spending time at the ocean, and enjoyed painting as a hobby. She was a member of the Jim Beam Association. Preceded...
William J. Gearhart
Nov 21, 2017
William “Bill” J. Gearhart, 92, our dad, grandpa, great-grandpa, and our hero, passed away November 21, 2017. Dad was born on November 13, 1925, in Dayton, PA. He was the youngest and last surviving of ten children. Dad moved to Akron following his graduation from high school, but he never forgot his roots. He remained an avid Penn State and...
Karl Zachery Eisentraut
Nov 20, 2017
Karl Zachery Eisentraut, beloved son of Karl and Tammy, passed away quietly in the night on November 20, 2017. Memorial Service will be held Saturday, 4:30 p.m. at Hopkins Lawver Funeral Home, 547 Canton Road (Route 91), Akron (Ellet), Ohio 44312. The family will receive friends at the funeral home prior to the service Saturday, from 3 to 4:30 p.m....
Mona Lee (Simmons) Kratzer
Nov 20, 2017
Mona Lee (Simmons) Kratzer, 86, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2017 with her loving family by her side. Mona was born on November 9, 1931 to the late George and Maycel Thomas. Her entire world revolved around her family and she devoted her life to cooking, cleaning, and caring for them. She was also a woman of great faith...
Patricia Ann Merkle
Nov 19, 2017
After a brief illness, Patricia Ann Merkle, 80, passed away peacefully in Phoenix, AZ on November 19, 2017, surrounded by her loved ones. Pat and her family moved to Arizona from Ohio in the early 70’s, and resided in the East Valley throughout the years. Pat worked in banking for 30 plus years, and after retirement sold real estate part...
John Sikula
Nov 17, 2017
John Sikula Educator John Sikula, age 73, of Ashland passed on to heaven on November 17, 2017 after a short illness. Dr. Sikula was born October 7, 1944 in Akron, Ohio to John and Anna Sikula of Mogadore, Ohio. He had an identical twin brother, Andy. He was preceded in death by his parents, older brother, Gerald, and twin Andy....
Alphious "Clark" Stouffer
Nov 14, 2017
"Together Again" Alphious “Clark” Stouffer, Jr. (Al) Alphious “Clark” Stouffer, Jr., 89, passed away peacefully at home on November 14, 2017, surrounded by his family. Clark was born on September 8, 1928, in Pikeville, Tennessee. He graduated from East High School and the University of Akron and retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company with 38 years of service. He...
Don Greyling Frame
Nov 14, 2017
Don Greyling Frame, 62, of New Franklin, Ohio went to be with the Lord Tuesday, November 14, 2017. Born on June 20, 1955 in Sutton, W. Va., he was a 1973 graduate of Waterloo High School in Atwater, Ohio. Don worked at Myers Tire Supply Company for 20+ years. Prior to that, he worked at Robinson Memorial Hospital. Don tremendously...
Dale Ford Frick
Nov 12, 2017
Dale Ford Frick, age 63, went home to be with the Lord on November 12, 2017. Born in Akron, he was a lifetime area resident. Dale was employed with Linden Industries for 28 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and watching his son Glenn race at Barberton Speedway. Dale especially loved to spend time with his family. Preceded in death by...
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