Obituaries
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....
L. Jeanette Koehl
Dec 23, 2016
L. Jeanette Koehl, age 77, went home to be with the Lord on December 23, 2016. Born in Akron, she lived in the area all of her life and graduated from East High School. Jeanette retired from Babcock & Wilcox after over 20 years of service. She enjoyed spending time with her family and especially her grandchildren. Preceded in death...
Archie Brown
Dec 22, 2016
Archie Brown of Uniontown finished his marathon on December 22, 2016 surrounded by family and in the care of the compassionate CVICU staff at Akron General Medical Center. Archie accomplished much in his 84 years and lived life to its fullest. Archie served in the Air Force, married the love of his life, provided a great life for his family...
Walter A. Lewis
Dec 18, 2016
"Together Forever" Walter A. Lewis, born December 15, 1919, went to join his wife, Betty, on Sunday December 18, 2016. Walter served our country in World War II as a Sergeant in the U.S. Army Air Force and was stationed in Burma. After the war he went to work for B.F. Goodrich and retried after working there 35 years. He...
Janet "Jan" Garten (nee Dickson)
Dec 18, 2016
Janet Garten “Jan” (nee Dickson) “The Lord is with me, so I will not be afraid”. Psalms 18:6 We found this verse written on a slip of paper in Mom’s purse. A month or so ago she told us she wasn’t afraid to die, she just didn’t want to leave us. We miss her already, so very much. Janet Garten,...
Lucy Ann Dobbins
Dec 18, 2016
Lucy Ann Dobbins, age 75, passed away December 18, 2016. Born June 7, 1941 in Akron, Ohio, Lucy was a lifetime area resident. She was employed at Akron City Hospital/Summa Health System for 46 years. Lucy was a member and volunteer of the Akron Blind Center and Derby Downs. She enjoyed knitting and also playing the accordion and piano. Preceded...
Helen Braumbaugh
Dec 16, 2016
"Together Forever" Helen Braumbaugh passed away to her heavenly home on December 16, 2016, now with the Lord and the love of her life, Henry who she so grieved for since June 11, 2011. Mom loved her Lord Jesus Christ with all her heart and carried everything to God in prayer constantly every day of her life, praying for each...
Thomas Noel ("Bubble")
Dec 16, 2016
Thomas Noel (“Bubble”), age 74, passed away Friday, December 16, 2016 after a courageous battle with lung cancer. He leaves behind his wife of 46 years, Delores; daughter, Marcie (Anthony) Woods; sons, Eric Noel (Sharon), Rodney, Tommy and Ricky; granddaughters, Theresa Kohler (Joseph), Samantha, Jackie, Brooke, Haleigh; and grandsons, Scott, Matt and Matthew; great-granddaughters, Lacey Kohler and Aria Noel; brothers-in-law...
Carolyn J. Gardiner
Dec 11, 2016
Carolyn J. Gardiner, 75, went home to be with the Lord on December 11, 2016. She was born in Barberton and was a life time Akron resident. Carolyn graduated from Barberton High School and retired from Rite Aid. She was a member of the F.O.P. and the UFCW. Her life revolved around her four grandchildren and her greatest joy was...
Charles W. "Bill" Patton
Dec 11, 2016
Charles W. "Bill" Patton, age 86, died peacefully at his home, Lake KimTam Park, on December 11, 2016. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lucia. He is survived by daughters, Kimberly (late Randy Perry) Cline, Tamara (Jason) Halverson, and Lana (Jerry) Bodnar. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Benjamin Litz, Heather Litz, Kyle Kuba, Joseph Kuba, Katie...
Carolyn Ellen Hammitt (nee Kreiner)
Dec 9, 2016
After 90 years, Carolyn Hammitt left her home in Mogadore, Ohio on December 9, 2016 for her eternal home in Heaven. Carolyn was born in 1926 to Reta and Dale Kreiner of Mogadore; graduated from Mogadore High School in 1944 as valedictorian and homecoming queen; and attended the Actual Business School and The University of Akron. She worked for the...
Donna Faye (Witner) Williams
Dec 9, 2016
Donna Faye (Witner) Williams Born September 5, 1937, passed away December 9, 2016 peacefully with her wonderful family at her side. Preceded to heaven by parents, Roy and Shirley Witner; and sisters, Pat Kirkhart and Karen Effinger, she is survived by husband of 59 years, Jerry; and children, Craig (Patty), Keith (Vickie), Kerry (Theresa), Stacy (Kevin) Holloway, Curtis (Dawn); 13...
Martha L. Shuey
Dec 7, 2016
Martha L. Shuey, age 89, passed away on December 7, 2016. Born in Kenmore, she lived in the Akron area all of her life. Martha retired from McDonalds and Sam’s Club after a combined 15 years of service. She was a member of Wedgewood United Methodist Church and Eastern Star Falls Chapter #169. Martha enjoyed being part of the Red...
Edward Paul Wittman
Dec 5, 2016
Edward Paul Wittman, 80, of Akron Ohio, died on December 5th, 2016. Ed was a kind and loving father who was very proud of his five children and their families. His family feels fortunate that they were able to spend precious time with him during his recent battle with Lymphoma. A visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m....
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