Obituaries
Brenda J. Sacratini
Jan 29, 2017
Brenda J. Sacratini, age 70, went home to be with the Lord on January 29, 2017. Born in Altoona, Pa., she grew up in Six Mile Run, Pa. before moving to Akron in 1967. Brenda retired from Bridgestone/Firestone after 37 years of service. She was active in the Methodist Church in Six Mile Run, and was a dedicated member of...
Clara Violet Sourbrine
Jan 29, 2017
Clara Violet Sourbrine, 82, passed away January 29, 2017. Born in Frostburg, Maryland, Clara lived in the Akron/Uniontown areas for nearly 60 years. She was retired from Lou & Hy’s Deli and Restaurant. Preceded in death by her husband, Richard; parents, Frank and Nancy Garritano; two brothers, Paul and Bill; two sisters, Bea and Angie; she is survived by her...
Jeffrey D. Hooper
Jan 29, 2017
Jeffrey D. Hooper, age 70, passed away January 29, 2017 after a long illness. Born in Akron, Jeff lived in the area most of his life and served in the U.S. Navy Reserves. He was employed with Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. for 38 years before retiring in 2004. Jeff enjoyed many things, including bowling, woodworking, cooking, gardening, photography, spending...
Opal Ruth Hartman (Franks)
Jan 27, 2017
Opal Ruth Hartman (Franks), age 86, passed away on January 27, 2017. Born in Randolph, she lived in the surrounding area most of her life. Opal was employed with Loral (Goodyear Aerospace) and was a member of several community organizations. She enjoyed playing piano and organ, and could never pass up an opportunity to sit down and play. She played...
Joan Marie Longstreth
Jan 24, 2017
"Together Again" Joan Marie Longstreth, age 85, went home to be with the Lord and her husband, John “Jack” on January 24, 2017. Born in Atwater, she graduated from Springfield High School and lived in the Tallmadge area most of her life. Joan was a homemaker and artist. She enjoyed crocheting, canning, sewing and painting. Joan was a devoted daughter,...
Charles R. "Bob" Egger
Jan 22, 2017
Charles R. “Bob” Egger, age 67, passed away on January 22, 2017 after a long illness. Born in Akron, he was a lifetime area resident and had worked as a machinist for many years. Bob was a member of the NRA and the Zeppelin Rifle Club. Preceded in death by his parents, Bruno and Pauline, he is survived by sister...
James R. "Jim" Ripley
Jan 20, 2017
CANAL FULTON – James R. “Jim” Ripley, age 71, passed away on January 20, 2017 after a long illness. Born in Akron, he lived in area most of his life and served in the U.S. Army in Vietnam. Jim was employed with B.F. Goodrich for 20 years, and also at Jeter Systems for 20 years. He was a member of...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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