Obituaries
Leroy E. "Lee" Strawn
Nov 3, 2016
Leroy E. “Lee” Strawn joined the soul of his wife, Virginia in their heavenly home on November 3, 2016 at the age of 102 1/2. He was born the youngest of four children to Clyde and Dora Strawn on March 14, 1914 in Wood County, Ohio. While living most of his married life in Akron, Ohio, he retired from The...
Sandra V. Hill
Oct 31, 2016
Sandra V. Hill, age 76, passed away October 31, 2016. Sandra enjoyed sewing, crochet, artex, bowling and roller skating. Preceded in death by her husband, Jim; and sister, Arlene; she is survived by her son, Jim Seevers; daughter, Kellee Miller; grandchildren, Brandi, Nick, Derik, Jacob and Kaitlyn; sisters, Irene Bourne and Jean Dobbins. Private services and burial at Woods Cemetery....
Ethel Marie Herald
Oct 30, 2016
Ethel Marie Herald, age 92, went home to be with the Lord on October 30, 2016. Born in Dry Fork, West Virginia, Ethel lived in Akron since 1945. She was the owner/operator of Madge’s Beauty Shop and was the oldest member of Eastwood Church of the Brethren where she belonged to the Quilter’s Group. She also volunteered at Akron City...
Ralph Nisly
Oct 29, 2016
Ralph Nisly, born to John and Lizzie (Miller) Nisly, in Hutchinson, Kansas, went home to be with his Lord on Saturday, October 29, 2016 at The Hospice House in New Philadelphia at the age of 88. He was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife Ruth (Wittmer) Nisly, two sisters Frances Nisly and Edna Blough Miller, two brothers...
Paul M. Sheppard
Oct 27, 2016
Paul M. Sheppard, age 86, went home to be with the Lord on October 27, 2016. Born in Akron, he graduated from Tallmadge High School and was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. Paul retired from AT&T after 30 years of employment. He was a member of The Chapel in Akron where he was an usher, lifetime deacon and...
Jim H. Yee
Oct 26, 2016
Jim H. Yee, age 64, passed away suddenly on October 26, 2016. Born in Akron, he was a lifetime area resident. Jim was a dedicated employee of Summit County, retiring in 2013 after 30 years of service. He loved being with his family and was a great lover of animals and enjoyed spoiling his dogs, Hildie, Isabella and Tucker, as...
Gary Michael Kisamore
Oct 25, 2016
Gary Michael Kisamore, age 51 of Suffield, passed away October 25, 2016 after a short battle with Pancreatic Cancer. Born on November 30, 1964, he was the fifth child of Allen and Donna Kisamore. He was a 1983 graduate of Field High School. Gary married Linda (Crouse) in May of 1992. They built a beautiful life together in Suffield and...
Julie Ann Kelble
Oct 24, 2016
Julie Ann Kelble, age 51, passed away on October 24, 2016 after a brief illness. Born in Akron, she lived in the area most of her life. Julie enjoyed nature, sunsets and the beach. She enjoyed the simple things in life… preparing meals, sitting by a bonfire and being with family and friends. She especially loved her cat, Lacy Lou....
Harlene Mary Hicks
Oct 19, 2016
Harlene Mary Hicks, age 73, passed away on October 19, 2016. Born in Massillon, she was a graduate of the University of Akron and retired from FedEx Custom Critical after 15 years of service. Harlene Mary was a member of Nativity of the Lord Jesus Catholic Church and enjoyed reading, especially books about history. Preceded in death by her parents,...
Harold C. Messner
Oct 19, 2016
Harold C. Messner Jr., age 92, passed away on October 19, 2016. Born in Akron, he was a lifetime area resident and attended East High School where he met the love of his life, Ethel. Mr. Messner was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during World War II. He retired from the City of Akron Division of Motor Vehicles...
Frances M. Jordan (Abell)
Oct 15, 2016
Frances M. Jordan (Abell), age 81, passed away October 15, 2016. Born in Knottsville, Kentucky, Frances lived in the Akron area most of her life. She was employed with General Tire as a payroll accountant and was a member of Our Lady of Victory. Frances loved golf, bowling, vacationing and touring with her husband Don. Preceded in death by her...
Max V. Traxler
Oct 10, 2016
Max V. Traxler Jr., age 72, passed away suddenly on October 10, 2016. Born in Punxsutawney, Pa., he was raised in Akron and served in the U.S. Army. Max enjoyed cars and gardening. Preceded in death by his parents, Max and Ileen Traxler, he is survived by daughters, Kayla Traxler and Kari (Rick) Walchalk; grandchildren, Lisa (James) Stoneking, Brett (Amy)...
Richard Leigh "Rick" Jarvis
Oct 4, 2016
Richard Leigh “Rick” Jarvis, age 34, passed away on October 4, 2016. Ricky was born in Akron, and enjoyed spending time with family and friends. His positive, upbeat approach to life was contagious to all he encountered. He would give you the shirt off his back and put the needs of others before his own. Ricky was an avid NE...
Doris Sue (Pryor) Lemley
Oct 4, 2016
Doris Sue (Pryor) Lemley went home to be with the Lord on Oct. 4, 2016. Born on July 1, 1926 in Harrisville, West Virginia, she was preceded in death by her husband, William R. Lemley in 1969. She is survived by children, Linda (Susie) Miller (Tom), Gary Lemley, Carol (Patti) Holloway (Dan), Pamela Lemley, and William Lemley Jr. (Bethany); ten...
Charlene A. Gour
Oct 4, 2016
Charlene A. Gour, age 62, passed away on October 4, 2016. She was born in Akron and lived in the area all of her life. Preceded in death by her parents, Jim and Jane Gour; and brother, Terry, Charlene is survived by her sister, Rachelle Page; nieces and nephews; aunt, Vivian Phillips; and special friend, David McVicker. Friends and family...
Steven H. Stott
Sep 28, 2016
Steven H. Stott, age 65, passed away on September 28, 2016. Born in Akron, lived in the area all of his life and graduated from Ellet High School in 1970. Steven’s hobbies included bowling, hunting, cooking and golf. He enjoyed music, especially Pink Floyd, and loved riding his Harley and driving his ‘Vette. Preceded in death by his parents, Howard...
Wilma (Metz) Dziados
Sep 27, 2016
Wilma (Metz) Dziados, age 91, passed peacefully at home on September 27, 2016. She was born in the Town of Wirt, N.Y. on September 16, 1925. Wilma was a life member of the Ladies Auxiliary of VFW Post 8975, where she served through the chairs including President. Wilma was preceded in death by her husband, Leo S. Dziados Sr. She...
Kathryn R. Tokes
Sep 26, 2016
Kathryn R. Tokes, age 85, loving wife, mother and grandmother, passed away on Monday, September 26, 2016. She was born on September 10, 1931 to John and Myrtle Wilson in Martins Ferry, Ohio. She married Adolph Tokes in 1952 and they moved to Akron shortly thereafter. Kathryn is survived by Adolph, her husband of 64 years; daughter, Kathy Stoops and...
Patricia Ann Horton
Sep 23, 2016
RANDOLPH -- Patricia Ann Horton, age 67, passed away September 23, 2016. Preceded in death by her sons, Keith Horton III and Kevin Horton; she is survived by her husband of 51 years, Keith; daughters, Laura Horton, Teresa (Mike) Craft; grandchildren, Elizabeth (Jon) Walker and Danielle Carney; many nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral service will be Monday, 1:30 p.m., at...
Mary Helen Ruman
Sep 21, 2016
Mary Helen Ruman, age 92, passed away September 21, 2016. Mary was born and raised in Akron, Ohio before moving to San Antonio, Texas where she lived for 30 years before returning to Akron. She graduated in 1942 from East Akron High School and earned her Bachelor Degree in Secretarial Service from The University of Akron. Preceded in death by...
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