Obituaries
John Joseph Burket
Nov 7, 2014
John Joseph Burket, age 80, died peacefully surrounded by family and friends on November 7, 2014.
Born in Claysburg, Pa., he lived in and around Akron all of his life. John graduated from Springfield High School in 1952. He retired from The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company in 1987 after 35 years of service. John served in many ministries...
Charles Vincent Philips
Nov 5, 2014
Charles died peacefully on November 5, 2014 with his loving family at his bedside after a massive stroke. He passed at Summa’s Palliative Care Unit.
Born in Akron on March 15, 1936, Charles worked at Summit Steel and retired from Burger Iron/Bico after 23 years of service. He served in the U.S. Army and was a Korean War veteran....
Betty L. Jarvis (nee Turney)
Nov 3, 2014
Betty L. Jarvis was called home on November 3, 2014.
She was an Akron resident for 68 years, and was retired from the Akron Public Utilities Bureau (Water Department). Betty is survived by her daughters, Catherine Flaughers, Diane Conley, Sue Lewis, Marilyn Bolt, Joyce Jarvis; and son, Roy Thomas Jarvis.
The family will receive friends Wednesday, from 5...
Maxine L. Henkel
Nov 1, 2014
Maxine L. Henkel, 83, completed life’s earthly journey and entered her eternal home on Saturday, November 1, 2014.
Maxine was born in Cherry Tree, Pennsylvania on July 15, 1931 to the late Charles and Wilda Wood. She spent most of her life in Akron, Ohio where she first met Walter Henkel at a neighborhood cookout; they went to a...
Roger B. Watkins
Oct 29, 2014
Roger B. Watkins, age 57, passed away on October 29, 2014. A life resident of Akron, Roger graduated from Ellet High School and was employed with Stinnett, Padrutt and Aranyosi, Certified Public Accountants. He enjoyed spending time with his family, and coaching baseball for his son’s team through the years. Preceded in death by his father, John; and sister, Kim...
Jerri J. Combs
Oct 25, 2014
Jerri J. Combs, 61, passed away peacefully October 25, 2014, surrounded by her family.
She was born in Akron and was a graduate of Ellet High School. Jerri lived in Mogadore the past 40 years and attended Hartville Brethren Church. She retired from the Akron Beacon Journal as an administrative assistant after 25 years of service. Jerri enjoyed playing...
Gregory R. Cromley
Oct 24, 2014
Gregory R. Cromley, 66, of Uniontown, Ohio, went home to the Lord on October 24, 2014 at City Hospital after a long illness.
Philippians 1:21 “For me to live is Christ and to die is gain.”
Born in Akron, Greg graduated from Garfield High School. He played baseball, football and loved golf and bowling. Greg was a Vietnam...
Betty M. Stotlar (nee Mapes)
Oct 23, 2014
Betty M. Stotlar, age 78, went home to be with the Lord on October 23, 2014.
Betty was born in Chardon on November 2, 1935 to the late Kenneth and Nettie Mapes. She grew up in Chesterland, and lived in the Akron area for the past 25 years. Betty was a dedicated teacher, retiring after many years of service....
Vera Gertrude Smith
Oct 23, 2014
Vera Gertrude Smith passed away peacefully on October 23, 2014 in Harlingen, Texas.
Vera was born in Tylersburg, Pa. on June 3, 1924 to Clarence Allio and Ada Ruth (Hall) Allio. In 1943, she graduated from Parkersburg High School in Parkersburg, W. Va. Vera resided in Parkersburg, W. Va. until 1959 when she married her husband, Richard and then...
Bob Swain
Oct 21, 2014
Bob Swain passed away on October 21, 2014. He is survived by his loving wife, Kerry; and his five loving and beautiful children, Eric, Kelly, Brandon, Alexis and Olivia. Swain is “23 Gone.”
Memorial gathering will be held Saturday, 1 p.m. at Akron F.O.P. Lodge #7, 2610 Ley Drive, Akron, OH 44319 - (330) 773-3032. In lieu of flowers,...
David A. Dendinger
Oct 19, 2014
David A. (Dave) Dendinger, 81, passed away October 19, 2014.
He was born in Marion, Ohio and lived in the Akron area most of his life. Dave served in the U.S. Army, retired from Parker Hannifin and was a member of Springfield Fellowship Church where he served on the board. He enjoyed fishing and especially time spent with his...
Irene H. Ranostaj
Oct 19, 2014
Irene H. Ranostaj, 90, went home to be with the Lord October 19, 2014.
She retired from West Mogadore Country Club and loved watching the Cleveland Indians, Cleveland Cavaliers, and the Chicago Bulls. Preceded in death by her husband, Andrew; her brother and sister. She is survived by her loving, lifelong companion, Louis; daughters, Janet (David) Mencer, Andrea (William)...
Jeanette Sue Adams
Oct 19, 2014
Jeanette Sue Adams, age 67, passed away October 19, 2014.
She was born in Tennessee and was a devoted homemaker. Sue liked spending time with her dog, Sammie; gardening and especially being with her family. Preceded in death by her parents, Truman and Mildred McPeek; son, Joey; and sister, Joanne. She is survived by sons, Jason (Jessie), Dennis (Tina);...
Rosemary Elton
Oct 17, 2014
Rosemary Elton, age 79, went home to be with the Lord on October 17, 2014.
She was born in Akron, and graduated from Randolph High School in 1953. Rosemary was a bookkeeper for 50 years, and was a member of St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in Cuyahoga Falls for over 40 years. Preceded in death by her parents, Michael and...
Elson B. "Red" Decker
Oct 16, 2014
Elson B. “Red” Decker, age 86, passed away October 16, 2014.
Born in Rochester, Pa., he lived in Lakemore most of his life, serving for 27 years on the Lakemore Fire Department before retiring in 1993. Mr. Decker was employed with General Tire, retiring in 1982 after 25 years of service, and was a member of the General Tire...
Hazel Lucille Burt (nee Wise)
Oct 16, 2014
Hazel Lucille Burt, age 92, passed away peacefully October 16, 2014 surrounded by her loving family, and entered into the presence of the Lord.
Hazel lived in the Mogadore area most of her life, the last 65-plus years in the same family home. She retired from the General Tire cafeteria and was a member of the Akron-Springfield Assembly of...
John Eugene "Gene" Collett
Oct 15, 2014
John Eugene “Gene” Collett, age 89, completed his earthly journey on October 15, 2014, the anniversary of his dear wife’s birthday, surrounded by his family, and went on to eternal glory with his God and Savior.
John Eugene Collett was born on September 2, 1925 in Montrose, West Virginia, the son of Maurie Jay and Deborah Hazel (Ferguson) Collett....
Gladys V. Steinwand
Oct 12, 2014
Gladys V. Steinwand, 94, passed away October 12, 2014.
She was born in Rosby Rock, W. Va., lived most of her life in the Akron area and was employed over 20 years with Rogers Manufacturing. Gladys enjoyed Sunday dancing at the Kimbolton Firehouse, and had a love for collecting anything to do with horses. She enjoyed her grandchildren and...
Lester W. Cutlip Sr.
Oct 10, 2014
Lester W. Cutlip Sr. “Tiny”, age 76, passed away on October 10, 2014.
Born in Diana, W. Va., he served in the Air Force, and was a truck driver for 36 years, retiring from Shane Trucking. Lester loved hanging out with his family and friends, and enjoyed playing cards, shooting pool and making a dollar.
Preceded in death...
David W. Mealer
Oct 10, 2014
David “Dave” W. Mealer, age 47, went home to be with the Lord on October 10, 2014.
An avid “toolman”, Dave enjoyed using his tools and knowledge to give a helping hand to those in need. He was a generous man, loving husband, good father and awesome grandpa. Dave was looking forward to giving his grandson the best experiences...
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