Obituaries
Robert Dale Underwood
Jun 17, 2016
Robert Dale Underwood Jr. “Robbie”, age 25, passed away unexpectedly on June 17, 2016, joining his sister Danielle. Born in Akron, he lived all of his life in Tallmadge. Robbie loved life and lived each moment to the fullest. He enjoyed being with his family and friends, always having a smile on his face and a big hug for everyone he...
Jean Lucille Shull
Jun 16, 2016
Jean Lucille Shull, age 80, passed away on June 16, 2016. Born in Boston, Mass., she lived in the Portage Lakes area and was employed with B.F. Goodrich and Trail Mobile as an accountant. Jean was a member of the VFW, and enjoyed Bingo, music, cooking and spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband, Robert,...
Joseph R. Weicht
Jun 16, 2016
Joseph R. Weicht, age 79, passed away on June 16, 2016. Born in Kitzmiller, Maryland, he lived in the Akron area most of his life and graduated from Springfield High School. Joseph retired from the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company after 42 years of service. He enjoyed driving his hot rod, and was an excellent woodworker who loved creating and lending...
Sandra Lee Green (Perri) "Ninni"
Jun 12, 2016
On June 11th 2016 surrounded by family and close friends Sandra joined her loving parents, Tony & Hazel Perri, A.T. and Mae Green, brothers-in-law, Joe Moran and R.C. Green and great niece, Toree Lee Poder whom we are sure came dancing to welcome her Ninni at the Gates of Heaven. (What a reunion that must have been!) Sandi met the love...
George A. Taylor
Jun 10, 2016
George A. Taylor, age 79, passed away unexpectedly on June 10, 2016, after a short illness. Born in Akron, George lived in the Suffield area most of his life. He was a Master Carpenter and worked most recently for Bernard Busson Builder. George was a member of Suffield United Church of Christ, the Past President for Suffield Lions Club and a...
Gordon Rice
Jun 8, 2016
Gordon Rice, age 87, died on June 8, 2016. Born in Mogadore on December 18, 1928, Gordon was an industrial arts teacher for both Mogadore and the Akron Schools, and was the Coordinator of Industrial Arts for the Akron Schools for 14 years. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, was an instructor for a year and was...
Mary Ann (Bitzer) Garfield
Jun 5, 2016
Mary Ann Garfield, age 75, went home to be with the Lord on June 5, 2016. Born in Ashland, Wisconsin, Mary lived in Uniontown, Ohio most of her adult life. She graduated from Ashland High School. Mary was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church, had a great love of nature and animals, but most importantly, she loved the time she...
Dreama L. Spiker (Robinson)
May 31, 2016
Dreama L. Spiker, age 92 of Akron passed into eternal rest peacefully at home with family by her side May 31, 2016. She was born in Millboro, Va. to parents George and Carmie Loan. Dreama was an avid child advocate working for the Children’s Home for 25 years. She was a mentor to many local children remembered as “Mom Robinson” and...
Joan Letha Smith
May 31, 2016
Joan Letha Smith “Granny”, age 84, went home to be with the Lord on May 31, 2016. Joan was born in Pennsylvania, loved being a homemaker, preparing family meals, and taking care of her grandchildren and her loving husband. She attended the Ravenna Assembly of God. Joan enjoyed growing and caring for flowers, and loved going on long car rides with...
John R. Preston
May 30, 2016
John R. Preston, 89, of Akron passed away Monday, May 30, 2016 at National Church Residences (Traditions). John was born March 24, 1927, in Akron, Ohio to the late Bazil and Veronica (Gluzak) Przeniczny (Presinski). He proudly served in the U.S. Army during World War II, and retired from Akron Standard Mold in 1989 after 33 years. In addition to his parents,...
Juanita Mary Moutz
May 26, 2016
Juanita Mary Moutz was born in the small town of Forbes, Tennessee to Aster and Myrtle Davidson on November 10, 1923. She passed away peacefully at the age of 92 on May 26, 2016. She was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Alvin Moutz; son-in-law, Phillip Mauldin; and sisters, Willie Harter and Phyllis Chinrock. Juanita is survived by...
Ruth Marie Kreiner
May 22, 2016
Ruth Marie Kreiner Ruth Kreiner, age 98, of Suffield went to be with the Lord on May 22, 2016. Preceded in death by parents, William and Veulah Myers; her husband of 64 years, Dwight Kreiner; sisters, Dorothy Sprankle, Laura Andrick, Eva Frame; and great-grandson, Matthew Titko, Ruth is survived by sister, Thelma Uplinger; sons, Ken (Marjorie) Kreiner of Reminderville and Kyle...
Duane Joseph Lippe
May 20, 2016
Joe left to be with the Lord on Friday morning surrounded by his loving wife and children. Joe was a wonderful husband, father, and friend. An Air Force Veteran, Joe faithfully served his country during the Vietnam Conflict from 1968 to 1972. He was a tireless, selfless, and tenacious worker, and he set an incredible example for all to follow....
Jeffrey T. "Jeff" Favaro
May 16, 2016
Jeffrey T. “Jeff” Favaro, age 54, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on May 16, 2016. Born in Akron, he was a life resident of the area and was employed as an administrator with the Summit County Auditor. Jeff had attended Nativity of the Lord Jesus Catholic Church, and was an avid golfer and fisherman. He also loved...
Michael McCauley "Moose"
May 14, 2016
Michael McCauley “Moose”, 55, passed away May 14, 2016 after a two and a half year battle with GIST. Born in Barberton, Michael lived most of his life in the Atwater area. He loved hunting, fishing and watching Dallas and Alabama football with loyal Atwater friends. Michael also enjoyed watching and supporting any Cleveland sports teams. Preceded in death by his father,...
Christine Virginia Panaciulli
May 14, 2016
Christine Virginia Panaciulli, 93, passed away peacefully May 14, 2016, surrounded by her family. She was born in West Virginia to the late Joseph and Theresa Croce, and lived in the Akron area most of her life. Christine was a member of St. Francis DeSales Parish and attended St. Matthew Catholic Church. She loved to bake and cook, especially for her...
Brenda S. Anderson
May 13, 2016
Brenda S. Anderson, age 57, passed away on May 13, 2016. Born in Akron, she lived in the area all of her life. Brenda was employed with Holiday Inn as a housekeeper for 16 years, and enjoyed spending time with her family. Preceded in death by her parents, Ellenore and Kenneth; daughter-in-law, Whitney Elkins; and David Gans, she is survived by...
Linda Marie (Decker) Jett
May 13, 2016
Linda Marie Jett, age 66, passed away on May 13, 2016 surrounded by her loving family. Born in Meyersdale, Pa., she graduated from Wadsworth High School and was employed with GOJO Industries as a supervisor for 18 years. Linda managed group homes for many years for Summit County MRDD, Hattie Larlham, Hope Homes and the Blick Clinic. She was a member...
Gleana I. Koon
May 10, 2016
Gleana I. Koon, age 93, went home to be with the Lord on May 10, 2016. Born in Wileyville, W. Va., she was a member of and also retired from Ernest Angley’s Grace Cathedral. Preceded in death by her husband, Earl, one brother, and five sisters; she is survived by her daughter, Texie (Charles) Perkins; grandson, Robert (Ann); great-grandson, Mason; and...
Mary Ann Traina
May 9, 2016
Mary Ann Traina passed away on May 9, 2016 surrounded by her family. She was born on November 28, 1940 to Joseph and Pearl Khoury (Kouri) in Akron, Ohio. Mary Ann was a proud graduate of St. Martha’s Elementary, St. Vincent’s High School, and the University of Akron. After graduating college, Mary Ann worked at Akron General Tire as an Executive...
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