Obituaries
Phyllis M. Rueschman (McKain)
Dec 6, 2015
Phyllis M. Rueschman, age 89, went home to be with the Lord on December 6, 2015. Born in Canton, she lived in the Ellet area most of her life and was a former member of Akron Baptist Temple, where she was a Sunday school teacher. Phyllis was an excellent cook and enjoyed walking. Preceded in death by her husband, John L.; and...
Ruby Mae (Edwards) Valk
Dec 6, 2015
On Sunday, December 6, 2015, Ruby Mae (Edwards) Valk, 94, passed away peacefully and was reunited with her husband, Dale, and her daughter, Penny. Ruby was born August 25, 1921 in Akron, Ohio as the youngest child of Frank Earl Edwards and Ethel Mae (Sarver) Edwards. She was a 1939 graduate of Central High School. In 1940, Ruby met Dale Fredrick...
Doris M. Mathers
Dec 5, 2015
Doris M. Mathers, 99, passed away peacefully December 5, 2015. Born in Pensacola, Florida, Doris lived in Akron most of her life. She was a member of Gospel Crusaders Church over 65 years. Preceded in death by her husband, George; son, Richard Mathers; brothers, John and James Anderson; sister, Hilda Gadberry; and daughters-in-law, Janice Mathers and Jean Mathers, she is survived by...
Maria Edl
Dec 4, 2015
Maria Edl passed away peacefully at home December 4, 2015. She was born in Nemetker, Hungary February 26, 1926. After emigrating from Germany following the war, she and "her Tony" came to this country and settled in Akron, Ohio. Maria and her husband were two of the founding members of The Nativity of the Lord Jesus Catholic Church in Uniontown where...
Wilberta "Birdie" Johnson
Nov 28, 2015
Wilberta “Birdie” Johnson, age 85, passed away on November 2, 2015. Born in Akron, she graduated from Springfield High School and was employed with Rogers Manufacturing for 15 years. Wilberta enjoyed fishing, camping and Bingo. Preceded in death by her husband, Wilbur; son, Terry; brother, Charles; and sisters, Margaret and Ruth, she is survived by sons, John and Howard; daughters, Sheri...
Joanne C. Girard
Nov 27, 2015
After a short illness, Joanne Girard, age 69, went home to be with the Lord on November 27, 2015. Born on January 19, 1946, she lived in Ellet/Springfield Township most of her life. She graduated from Ellet High School in 1964, and went to work as a secretary for Goodyear Aerospace Corp. and Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. for 12 years...
Beulah I. Bennett
Nov 27, 2015
Beulah I. Bennett, age 87, went home to be with her husband, Al; daughter, Mary Ann; and son, Billy on November 27, 2015. Born in Canton, Ohio, Beulah had lived in Mogadore since 1956. She was a homemaker who was the happiest when she was with her husband, Al enjoying life together. One on her greatest pleasures was her granddaughter, Halle....
Holly Ann Milush
Nov 27, 2015
Holly Ann Milush “HAM”, age 54, went home to be with the Lord and her family November 27, 2015. Born in Akron, Holly lived in the Mogadore area most of her life and graduated from Mogadore High School. She was a loving wife, mother, and sister. She was very creative, especially during the holidays and with family gatherings. Holly made life...
Roger G. Begue
Nov 26, 2015
Roger G. Begue, age 92, passed away on November 26, 2015. Born in Akron, he was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during World War II in the European Theatre. He retired from the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company after 45 years of service. Roger, known as a “favorite” bus driver with the Randolph Local School District, was an excellent...
Robert West
Nov 24, 2015
Robert West, age 76, died on November 24, 2015. Born in Akron, he was a lifelong resident of the area, and was the owner of Hilltop Aggregate for 21 years. Robert’s interests included NASCAR, traveling and hot air balloons. Preceded in death by wife, Ruthann West of 32 years; wife, June Dryden West of 10 years; and brother, John West, he is...
Marian L. Landis (Haskins)
Nov 23, 2015
Marian L. Landis (Haskins), age 85, went home to be with the Lord on November 23, 2015, while surrounded by family and friends. Born in Akron, she lived her entire life in the area. Marian was baptized as a young child and was an active member of Emmanuel United Church of Christ for over 50 years, serving as a Sunday school...
Harry B. Wagers
Nov 23, 2015
Harry B. Wagers, age 93, passed away on November 23, 2015. Born in Irvine, Ky., he served in the U.S. Army Airborne during World War II in the 511th Paratroop Infantry, 11th Airborne Division and received the Purple Heart award. Harry retired from Goodyear Tire & Rubber after 42 years of service as a Stationary Steam Engineer. In his spare time,...
Richard F. "Richie" Hora
Nov 22, 2015
Richard F. “Richie” Hora III, age 29, passed away unexpectedly on November 22, 2015. Born in Akron, he lived his life in the Akron/Tallmadge areas. Richie attended Hoban High School and graduated from North High School. He was employed by Summit Racing. Richie is survived by his parents, Rich and Kathy Hora; brother, Roger Todd Hora; grandparents, Roger and Betty Bauhart;...
Lila Mae Stewart
Nov 20, 2015
Lila Mae Stewart, age 91, passed away on November 20, 2015.Preceded in death by her husband, Verdine; son, Dan; and grandson, Michael, she is survived by her son, David (Karen); daughter, Freda Beavers; granddaughters, Theresa and Lisa; and great-grandchildren, Jessica and Justin. Private services and burial will take place at Hillside Memorial Park.
James R. Plummer
Nov 19, 2015
James R. Plummer, age 71, passed away on November 19, 2015. Born in East Liverpool, James lived in the Canton area most of his life. His business skills started early in life when he obtained his own customers and formed his own paper route when there were none available. James went on to work at a newspaper in Painesville, Burt Greenwald...
Donna M. Kisamore
Nov 17, 2015
Donna M. Kisamore, born in Mogadore to Carl and Clara Adorni on November 21, 1934 passed away on November 17, 2015 at Akron City Hospital as the result of a fall in her home. Donna was a faithful member of Tallmadge Alliance Church, and the Ladies Auxiliary of Mogadore VFW Post 8487. She was a very devoted homemaker who loved caring...
Kevin Michael Messenger
Nov 15, 2015
Kevin Michael Messenger, age 32, passed away November 14, 2015. Kevin was preceded in death by his dad, Ron Messenger; grandparents, David and Eva Hotchkiss and Amos and Mary Messenger. He leaves behind his mom, Ruth Hotchkiss; Cindy Christman, Ron, Julie, Kate and Eva Messenger, Steve Messenger, Brodie Carper, Alexa Carper, Jacquie Messenger and the “Princess” of his life, Ashley...
Eileen T. Wilson
Nov 14, 2015
Eileen T. Wilson, age 82, passed away November 14, 2015.Eileen was born in Clark Co., Illinois and lived the last 50 years of her life in Suffield, Ohio. She enjoyed barbershop music and sang for many years with “Forever Harmony.” Eileen was a loving and dedicated mother of six children and she readily welcomed anyone into her family. She was...
Evelyn Louise Davis
Nov 14, 2015
Evelyn Louise Davis, age 79, passed away November 14, 2015. Born in Akron, Ohio, Evelyn lived most of her life in the Millersburg area. She graduated from Ellet High School in 1954. Evelyn retired from East Holmes School District where she was a bus driver for four years. She loved gardening, reading, and spending as much time as possible with her...
Grace E. Jarvis
Nov 12, 2015
Grace E. Jarvis passed away November 12, 2015 at age 92, and went home to be with the Lord. Born in Denver, Colorado, Grace lived in the Canton area for more than 40 years. She had been a waitress for many years at various restaurants in the Canton area, but her favorite place of employment was the Arcadia Grill where she...
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