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Geraldine M. Rye
Nov 20, 2012
Geraldine M. Rye, 83, passed away Nov. 20, 2012. Funeral service will be held 11 a.m. MONDAY at the Billow FALLS Chapel, 1907 23rd Street, with Rev. Stephanie Crossland officiating. Interment at Northlawn Memorial Gardens. Friends may call at the funeral home one hour prior to service time on MONDAY. Full obituary will appear in Saturday's edition. (Billow Falls Chapel)...
David L. Flanders
Nov 18, 2012
David L. Flanders, age 97, passed away November 18, 2012 in Akron. David was born September 5, 1915 in Battle Creek (Calhoun Co.), Michigan to Oscar H. and Hazel D. Frey Flanders. On May 9, 1942, in Akron, he married Mary E. Frederick, who survives. David was a graduate of Battle Creek High School where he was a member of...
Catherine E. "Cem" Macey
Nov 17, 2012
Catherine E. "Cem" Macey, 70, died Nov. 17, 2012. A life resident of Akron, she was a graduate of Revere High School and Mills College in Oakland, California. Cem was involved in numerous historical societies where she served as an officer on the local and state levels. Preceded in death by parents, J. Hugh and Catie; and brother, Ward; she...
James R. Ross
Nov 17, 2012
James R. Ross, 60, went home to be with the Lord November 17, 2012. He was the beloved brother of Debbie (Russell) Collins of Cuyahoga Falls and father of Jenny. Private burial to take place in Erie, Pa. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Haven of Rest.
Margaret B. Peticolas
Nov 17, 2012
Margaret Peticolas, 91, died Nov. 17, 2012. Preceded in death by husband, Sam; she is survived by daughter, Denise (David) Shauger; son, Jeff; 6 granddaughters; and 11 great grandchildren. A memorial service will be held in Big Rapids, Michigan. (Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel)
Delores E Rice
Nov 16, 2012
Northampton-Delores E. Rice peacefully passed away Nov. 16, 2012. She just celebrated her 82nd birthday on Nov. 4th. Preceded in death by her husband, Denton in 2004; she is survived by children, Mark/Buzzy (Beckie), Susan Abramson (Jim), Kevin (Janice), Amy Petron (Randy, Matthew (Margaret), and John (Judy); grandchildren, Jennifer (Lamar), Matthew (Jill), Jasmine (Anthony), Pamela (Charles), Brennan, Sean, Collin, Paul...
Deborah A. Musson
Nov 15, 2012
Deborah A. Musson (Yaya) was born in Des Moines, IA on October 14, 1953 and passed away peacefully surrounded by family on November 15th. Everyone who was lucky enough to have even smiled Deb's way became an immediate friend. She cared for and loved anyone that came into her life and never forgot them. She was always cracking jokes and...
John Joseph "Jack" Mcelliott
Nov 14, 2012
John Joseph "Jack" McElliott, Jr., 88, died November 14, 2012. Born in New York, New York, he was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. A commercial artist, Jack retired with over 35 years service from Artist's Inc., where he had served as Vice President and Senior Account Manager. Preceded in death by his daughter, Lori McElliott, he is...
Ruth A Smith
Nov 13, 2012
Ruth A. Smith, 92, passed peacefully into the hands of God on November 13, 2012 in Bonita Springs, Florida. She is survived by her husband, Edward J. Smith with whom she shared over 49 years of marriage. Ruth was born in Bradford, PA and lived in the Akron area most of her life. She attended Kent State University and was...
Robert F Young
Nov 13, 2012
Robert F. Young, Sr., 78, passed away November 13, 2012. He was born in Akron, Ohio December 12, 1933 to Eugene T. and Zola Young and was a lifetime area resident. Preceded in death in September by his wife of 57 years, Shirley; in October by his son, Dennis; by brother, Melvin Young; and sister, Hazel Thompson; he is survived...
Barbara Sue Donnelly (Nee Schlegel)
Nov 12, 2012
Barbara Sue Donnelly (nee Schlegel), age 62, of Akron, took her final journey on November 12, 2012. She was preceded in death by her father, Charles Schlegel and very recently her dear friend, Harry Brown. She is survived by her devoted husband, Daniel Donnelly; mother, Geraldine Schlegel; sister, Cathy Kunkel (Tom); two children, Amy Rizzo Marzich (John) and Michael Rizzo...
Valeria Laughlin
Nov 12, 2012
Valeria Laughlin, 88, died Nov. 12, 2012. She is survived by her husband, Orous; sons, William (Patricia), Dennis (Sarah), Gary (Karen), and Darrell (Lisa); 10 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; and sister, Ann Hamby. Service will be held 1 p.m. Friday at the Billow FALLS Chapel, 1907 23rd St. (corner of 23rd St. and Falls Ave.), with Fr. Neil Crosby officiating. Friends...
Mark Allen Weber
Nov 5, 2012
Mark Allen Weber, 60, passed away November 5, 2012 after a long illness. Cremation has taken place and services are private for the family. (Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel)
Dolores Hynde
Nov 4, 2012
Dolores Hynde (nee Roberts) Dolores Hynde (nee Roberts) passed away peacefully in her sleep on November 4th. Born in Akron - February 16th, 1923 - her mother Irene was a seamstress and her father Jack was an Akron policeman. She was a student at South High. She moved to NYC after graduation to pursue a modeling career but returned to...
Robert Wardell
Nov 3, 2012
Robert Wardell, 75, of Akron, passed away peacefully while surrounded by his family on November 3, 2012. Born in New York and raised in New Jersey, Bob was a graduate of Miami University in Ohio and received his Master's degree from Baldwin Wallace. After a long career with East and West Ohio Gas, Bob retired to travel and spend time...
Ronald D. Glosser
Nov 2, 2012
Ronald D. Glosser, 79, of Akron, joined the heavenly choir praising Christ on November 2, 2012. Born in Cones-ville, Ohio, he received his BA from Ohio Wesleyan University and later returned to his alma mater to serve many years as its Board Chairman. He received an MA from Rutgers School of Banking and an honorary Doctorate from Lindsay Wilson College....
Robert A Patterson
Nov 1, 2012
Robert A. Patterson, 71, died November 1, 2012. Born in Youngstown, he lived most of his life in Akron prior to retiring to Englewood, FL. A U.S. Army veteran, he was retired from Pepsi and a member of the Moose Club. He is survived by his wife, Gloria; children, Robert (Pam) Patterson, Lisa (Mark) Biondo, Mark (Lesley) and Kevin (Ann...
Paul Thomas St Charles
Oct 31, 2012
Paul Thomas St. Charles, 78, passed away on Wednesday October 31, 2012 after battling cancer. Always known for providing a good laugh and being the life of the party, Paul loved people and enjoyed the simple things in life. He was a successful well-known horseman for over 50 years. He started his career in Kentucky where he was originally from....
Marion Z Corl
Oct 30, 2012
Marion Z. Corl, 87, passed away October 30, 2012. She was born July 7, 1925 in Bronx, New York and was a substitute school teacher for the Akron Public Schools. Survived by sister-in-law, Harriet Stich; niece, Jodi Outley; nephew, Barry Stich and by special friend, Gail Hopkins. Cremation has taken place and there will be no services. (Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel)
Donald Richards
Oct 25, 2012
Donald Richards, 89, passed away on October 25, 2012 at the Hospice Care Center. Don was a lifelong resident of Akron. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Don was a practicing attorney and member of the Akron Bar Assoc. for over 50 years. He was active in the Coventry-Akron Masonic Lodge #83 where he was Past...
Geraldine M. Rye
Nov 20, 2012
Geraldine M. Rye, 83, passed away Nov. 20, 2012. Funeral service will be held 11 a.m. MONDAY at the Billow FALLS Chapel, 1907 23rd Street, with Rev. Stephanie Crossland officiating. Interment at Northlawn Memorial Gardens. Friends may call at the funeral home one hour prior to service time on MONDAY. Full obituary will appear in Saturday's edition. (Billow Falls Chapel)...
David L. Flanders
Nov 18, 2012
David L. Flanders, age 97, passed away November 18, 2012 in Akron. David was born September 5, 1915 in Battle Creek (Calhoun Co.), Michigan to Oscar H. and Hazel D. Frey Flanders. On May 9, 1942, in Akron, he married Mary E. Frederick, who survives. David was a graduate of Battle Creek High School where he was a member of...
Catherine E. "Cem" Macey
Nov 17, 2012
Catherine E. "Cem" Macey, 70, died Nov. 17, 2012. A life resident of Akron, she was a graduate of Revere High School and Mills College in Oakland, California. Cem was involved in numerous historical societies where she served as an officer on the local and state levels. Preceded in death by parents, J. Hugh and Catie; and brother, Ward; she...
James R. Ross
Nov 17, 2012
James R. Ross, 60, went home to be with the Lord November 17, 2012. He was the beloved brother of Debbie (Russell) Collins of Cuyahoga Falls and father of Jenny. Private burial to take place in Erie, Pa. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Haven of Rest.
Margaret B. Peticolas
Nov 17, 2012
Margaret Peticolas, 91, died Nov. 17, 2012. Preceded in death by husband, Sam; she is survived by daughter, Denise (David) Shauger; son, Jeff; 6 granddaughters; and 11 great grandchildren. A memorial service will be held in Big Rapids, Michigan. (Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel)
Delores E Rice
Nov 16, 2012
Northampton-Delores E. Rice peacefully passed away Nov. 16, 2012. She just celebrated her 82nd birthday on Nov. 4th. Preceded in death by her husband, Denton in 2004; she is survived by children, Mark/Buzzy (Beckie), Susan Abramson (Jim), Kevin (Janice), Amy Petron (Randy, Matthew (Margaret), and John (Judy); grandchildren, Jennifer (Lamar), Matthew (Jill), Jasmine (Anthony), Pamela (Charles), Brennan, Sean, Collin, Paul...
Deborah A. Musson
Nov 15, 2012
Deborah A. Musson (Yaya) was born in Des Moines, IA on October 14, 1953 and passed away peacefully surrounded by family on November 15th. Everyone who was lucky enough to have even smiled Deb's way became an immediate friend. She cared for and loved anyone that came into her life and never forgot them. She was always cracking jokes and...
John Joseph "Jack" Mcelliott
Nov 14, 2012
John Joseph "Jack" McElliott, Jr., 88, died November 14, 2012. Born in New York, New York, he was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. A commercial artist, Jack retired with over 35 years service from Artist's Inc., where he had served as Vice President and Senior Account Manager. Preceded in death by his daughter, Lori McElliott, he is...
Ruth A Smith
Nov 13, 2012
Ruth A. Smith, 92, passed peacefully into the hands of God on November 13, 2012 in Bonita Springs, Florida. She is survived by her husband, Edward J. Smith with whom she shared over 49 years of marriage. Ruth was born in Bradford, PA and lived in the Akron area most of her life. She attended Kent State University and was...
Robert F Young
Nov 13, 2012
Robert F. Young, Sr., 78, passed away November 13, 2012. He was born in Akron, Ohio December 12, 1933 to Eugene T. and Zola Young and was a lifetime area resident. Preceded in death in September by his wife of 57 years, Shirley; in October by his son, Dennis; by brother, Melvin Young; and sister, Hazel Thompson; he is survived...
Barbara Sue Donnelly (Nee Schlegel)
Nov 12, 2012
Barbara Sue Donnelly (nee Schlegel), age 62, of Akron, took her final journey on November 12, 2012. She was preceded in death by her father, Charles Schlegel and very recently her dear friend, Harry Brown. She is survived by her devoted husband, Daniel Donnelly; mother, Geraldine Schlegel; sister, Cathy Kunkel (Tom); two children, Amy Rizzo Marzich (John) and Michael Rizzo...
Valeria Laughlin
Nov 12, 2012
Valeria Laughlin, 88, died Nov. 12, 2012. She is survived by her husband, Orous; sons, William (Patricia), Dennis (Sarah), Gary (Karen), and Darrell (Lisa); 10 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; and sister, Ann Hamby. Service will be held 1 p.m. Friday at the Billow FALLS Chapel, 1907 23rd St. (corner of 23rd St. and Falls Ave.), with Fr. Neil Crosby officiating. Friends...
Mark Allen Weber
Nov 5, 2012
Mark Allen Weber, 60, passed away November 5, 2012 after a long illness. Cremation has taken place and services are private for the family. (Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel)
Dolores Hynde
Nov 4, 2012
Dolores Hynde (nee Roberts) Dolores Hynde (nee Roberts) passed away peacefully in her sleep on November 4th. Born in Akron - February 16th, 1923 - her mother Irene was a seamstress and her father Jack was an Akron policeman. She was a student at South High. She moved to NYC after graduation to pursue a modeling career but returned to...
Robert Wardell
Nov 3, 2012
Robert Wardell, 75, of Akron, passed away peacefully while surrounded by his family on November 3, 2012. Born in New York and raised in New Jersey, Bob was a graduate of Miami University in Ohio and received his Master's degree from Baldwin Wallace. After a long career with East and West Ohio Gas, Bob retired to travel and spend time...
Ronald D. Glosser
Nov 2, 2012
Ronald D. Glosser, 79, of Akron, joined the heavenly choir praising Christ on November 2, 2012. Born in Cones-ville, Ohio, he received his BA from Ohio Wesleyan University and later returned to his alma mater to serve many years as its Board Chairman. He received an MA from Rutgers School of Banking and an honorary Doctorate from Lindsay Wilson College....
Robert A Patterson
Nov 1, 2012
Robert A. Patterson, 71, died November 1, 2012. Born in Youngstown, he lived most of his life in Akron prior to retiring to Englewood, FL. A U.S. Army veteran, he was retired from Pepsi and a member of the Moose Club. He is survived by his wife, Gloria; children, Robert (Pam) Patterson, Lisa (Mark) Biondo, Mark (Lesley) and Kevin (Ann...
Paul Thomas St Charles
Oct 31, 2012
Paul Thomas St. Charles, 78, passed away on Wednesday October 31, 2012 after battling cancer. Always known for providing a good laugh and being the life of the party, Paul loved people and enjoyed the simple things in life. He was a successful well-known horseman for over 50 years. He started his career in Kentucky where he was originally from....
Marion Z Corl
Oct 30, 2012
Marion Z. Corl, 87, passed away October 30, 2012. She was born July 7, 1925 in Bronx, New York and was a substitute school teacher for the Akron Public Schools. Survived by sister-in-law, Harriet Stich; niece, Jodi Outley; nephew, Barry Stich and by special friend, Gail Hopkins. Cremation has taken place and there will be no services. (Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel)
Donald Richards
Oct 25, 2012
Donald Richards, 89, passed away on October 25, 2012 at the Hospice Care Center. Don was a lifelong resident of Akron. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Don was a practicing attorney and member of the Akron Bar Assoc. for over 50 years. He was active in the Coventry-Akron Masonic Lodge #83 where he was Past...
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