Obituaries
Cleasy M. "Sunnie" Johnson
Jan 19, 2017
“Together Forever” Cleasy M. “Sunnie” Johnson Cleasy M. “Sunnie” Johnson, age 89, went home to be with the Lord on January 19, 2017. Born in Akron, she was a life resident of the area and was a member of Sawyerwood United Methodist Church. Cleasy was employed with Rogers Manufacturing and Macy’s warehouse jewelry department, where she was proud to have...
Felix Alonzo Basug
Jan 17, 2017
Felix Alonzo Basug, 103, of Uniontown, OH, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by loved ones on January 17, 2017. He was born in the Philippines on November 19, 1913 to Agustin and Ana Basug. He is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years, Carmen (Dannug), daughter Carmencita (Mark) Slabinski, and three granddaughters, Victoria, Elizabeth, and Christina Slabinski,...
Carl R. Stover
Jan 14, 2017
Carl R. Stover Carl R. Stover, age 87, went home to be with the Lord on January 14, 2017. Carl was born in Akron, Ohio and graduated from Garfield high school before joining the U.S. Army and serving in the Korean War. He was employed with the Firestone Tire and Rubber Co. for over 36 years. Carl was a member...
Mike Fields
Jan 12, 2017
Mike Fields Once a Marine always a Marine, Mike Fields fought hard through his 67th birthday. After being exposed to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune and Agent Orange in Vietnam, the proud veteran succumbed to multiple cancers, including pancreatic and prostate. He passed away on Thursday, January 12, 2017, surrounded by his loving family. Born on January 11th, 1950, he...
Jerome R. "Bobby" Whited
Jan 11, 2017
Jerome R. “Bobby” Whited, age 81, passed away on January 11, 2017 at his home of a broken heart. Born in Swords Creek, Va. to Jerome B. and Ruby Whited, he lived in Richfield, Ohio most of his life. Bob retired from Consolidated Freight after 33 years of service. He enjoyed cars, especially his Corvettes. Bob loved his grandchildren and...
Deborah K. Moler
Jan 10, 2017
Deborah K. Moler (nee Boston) Deborah K. Moler, age 64, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2017 and has returned to her Heavenly Father. Born in Akron on February 12, 1952 to Selby Clair and Dorothy Boston, she was raised in the area before moving to Rexburg, Idaho and Columbus, Ohio. Debbie was very proud of obtaining her master’s degree...
Jack Weinsheimer
Jan 10, 2017
Jack Weinsheimer “Mahogoff” Jack Weinsheimer “Mahogoff”, age 49, passed away on January 10, 2017. Jack was a member of Victory Masonic Lodge #649. His hobbies included drawing and tattooing, and he enjoyed playing with Lucy and Jazzy. Jack is survived by his wife of 30 years, Lois; son, Darius; brother, John (Cheryl); and sisters, Kevi (Dave) and Vicki (J.D.). Friends...
Peter Edwin Vitello
Jan 10, 2017
Peter Edwin Vitello, age 85, passed away suddenly on January 10, 2017. Born in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Peter and Sara (Geese) Vitello, he attended Lincoln Elementary and graduated from South High School in Akron in 1950. Peter served in the U.S. Air Force and Reserve for 31 years. He was a member of the Sampson Air Force Base...
Clifford Joseph Heinbuch
Jan 8, 2017
Clifford Joseph Heinbuch, age 78, went home to be with the Lord on January 8, 2017 and is now reunited with his wife, Judy. Born in Akron, he lived in the area all of his life. Cliff graduated from Garfield High School and was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He retired from the Akron Beacon Journal after 35 years...
Dorothy S. White
Jan 6, 2017
Dorothy S. White, age 85, passed away on January 6, 2017. Born in Masontown, Pa., she lived in the Akron area most of her life. Dorothy was employed with Akron General Medical Center as a Medical Transcriptionist for 25 years, and was a former member of the Ellet Women’s Club. She loved baseball, especially the Cleveland Indians, and spending time...
Jack R. Walker
Jan 6, 2017
Jack R. Walker Jack left this earth peacefully in his sleep on January 6, 2017 in the comfort of his own home. He was born in Akron and grew up in the Kenmore/Barberton area. Jack was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Loella Walker; his brother and best friend, Joseph Walker; and wife of 45 years, Marion (Brown)...
Marcus C. Kline
Jan 5, 2017
UNIONTOWN -- Marcus C. Kline, age 96, passed away peacefully at home on January 5, 2017 and is now together again with his wife, Pauline. Born in Akron, he was a lifelong resident of the area. Mr. Kline served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church. He enjoyed traveling in...
Glenn A. Norman
Jan 4, 2017
Glenn A. Norman, age 86, passed away at his home on January 4, 2017. Born in Blaine, Ohio, he lived in the Akron area most of his life. Mr. Norman was employed in the elevator industry for 45 years, working his way up from being an assistant to retiring as an office manager. He was a lifetime member of the...
Roderick Earl Black
Jan 4, 2017
Roderick Earl Black Sr., age 84, went home to be with the Lord on January 4, 2017. He served in the U.S. Air Force for eight years and retired from Goodyear. He was an active member of Community Baptist Temple. Rod Black has no more pain, worries or stresses. He was known not only for being handsome and ornery here...
Denese L. Taylor (nee Smith)
Jan 2, 2017
Denese L. Taylor (nee Smith) Denese L. Taylor, age 57, passed away after a long illness on January 2, 2017, surrounded by her family and friends. Born in Barberton, she lived in the Akron area all of her life. Denese had a passion for rescuing animals and loved vacationing at the beach. She also enjoyed gardening and the beauty of...
Beatrice Mitzo
Jan 1, 2017
Beatrice Mitzo (Skowronski), age 86 of Sagamore Hills, was reunited with her husband of 64 years, Andrew Mitzo on January 1, 2017. Born April 14, 1930, Bea was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend. She enjoyed dancing, traveling, and being a mother and grandmother. Preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Stella Skowronski; her two brothers, Dick...
Robert Eugene "Gene" Burkett
Dec 31, 2016
Robert E. Burkett, 90, of Mogadore went to be with the Lord on December 31, 2016 after a sudden illness surrounded by his loving family. Born December 8, 1926 in Akron, Ohio, he is the son of John Arthur Burkett and Almeda Amanda (Smith) Burkett. On August 1, 1948 he married Margaret I. Hyde of Mann’s Choice, Pa., who preceded...
Mary Vanette Wade
Dec 28, 2016
Mary Vanette Wade, age 91, went home to be with the Lord on December 28, 2016. She was born in Decatur, Alabama and was a member of Greensburg Church of God. Mary enjoyed traveling and spending time with her family. She is most remembered for being a powerful prayer warrior for all that knew her. Preceded in death by her...
Gertrude Amy Bolden
Dec 25, 2016
Gertrude Amy Bolden, age 99, went home to be with the Lord on December 25, 2016. She was born in Akron and was a life resident of the area. Mrs. Bolden attended Hammel Business College and was a long-time member of Oak Hill Presbyterian Church. She retired from the J.C. Penney Company in 1975. Gertrude loved working in her yard...
Richard K. "Dick" Young
Dec 23, 2016
Richard Kenneth Young, 90, passed away at his residence December 23, 2016 after a short illness. He was born in Akron, where he was a lifelong resident, on February 2, 1926, the son of Howard Young Sr. and Mildred Homan Young. Dick was part of the Greatest Generation and served his country in World War II in the U.S. Army....
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