All Obituaries

Susan D. Gilbert, 65, passed away May 7, 2021. She was born in Akron to the late Hunter F. and Susie Mae (Martin) Gilbert and was an East High School graduate. Susan always enjoyed helping others and served the community as a nurse’s aid for over 30 years, retiring from St. Edward Nursing Home. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Ricky G. Gilbert and uncle, Leon Martin. She is survived by her daughters, Latoya (Troy) Looney and LaTasha Farrey;...

Glennajean C. “Jean” Thom, 90, passed away April 26, 2021. She was born in Creekside, PA to the late Lee and Clara (Peterman) Henderson and was an Akron-area resident most of her life. Jean was a long-time, active member of South Arlington UMC, serving in the children’s Sunday School program, and also ran an in-home day care for many years. She was a sweet, gentle and kind lady who will be deeply missed. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her...

Joseph P. Bertram, 73, passed away April 26, 2021. He was born in Barberton to the late Perle and Helen (Marhevsky) Bertram, was a Barberton High School graduate and was a proud veteran of the United States Army. Joe retired from the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company and also worked for Century Products. He leaves behind his aunt, Pauline Snader; godson, Richard Mallardi; cousin, Amy Cole; and dear friend, Laverne "Shorty" Warner. Per his wishes, cremation has taken place and...

William C. Christie, 80, passed away April 23, 2021. He was born in Akron to the late Christopher and Mary Jane (Whetstone) Christie, was an East High School graduate and earned a degree in Physics from the University of Akron. William retired from Goodyear with over 30 years of service and was passionate about audio amplifier technology. His expertise allowed him to have multiple published writings in Audio Express. Later in life, he combined his love of beer, jazz, blues and spicy food as...

Ernest R. Tate, 62, passed away April 15, 2021. He was born in Akron to the late Clyde Sr. and Delores (Jones) Tate, was an East High School graduate and was a proud veteran of the Marine Corps. Ernest was known as a jack-of-all-trades. He was a certified welder/fabricator, had been a foreman on an asphalt construction crew and was a skilled mechanic. If you needed anything done on your car or with tires, Ernest was your man. He was always optimistic and loved making people smile, and was...

Helen P. Conneway, 98, passed away April 14, 2021. She was born in Long Run, WV to the late Robert and Edna (Scott) Richards and was a long-time member of Family of Faith UMC. Helen is survived by her sons, Robert (Kathy) Bomer and Paul (Lyn) Bomer; grandchildren, Elisa (Michael) Foley, Ken (Rishel) Bomer and Barbie Stillwell; great-grandchildren, Isabelle and Ireland Foley and Danny Stillwell; brother, Kenneth (Barbara) Richards; and dear friend, Belinda Atkinson. The funeral service will...

Bonnie Jean Lias, 94, passed away peacefully at her home April 8, 2021. She was born in Akron to the late La Verne and Zella Eberly, was a South High School graduate and also graduated with honors from the University of Akron at the age of 54. Bonnie had been the Director of RSVP and was a long-time member of Family of Faith UMC (formerly Church of the Good Shepherd). She lived a good, full life and the family appreciates your thoughts and prayers. Preceded in death by her husband,...

Brett S. Brumbaugh, 53, passed away April 7, 2021. He was born in Akron, was a 1986 Field High School graduate and previously had worked as a cell technician for T-Mobile. Brett was preceded in death by his grandparents, William Clifford and Wesley and Jean (Bellamy) Brumbaugh; and step-father, Donald Mills. He is survived by his son, Nicholas; grandmother, Dolores Clifford; parents Keith Brumbaugh and Mary Mills; brothers, Bryan (Barbara) Brumbaugh, Billy Mills, Brad Brumbaugh, Dan...

Shannon W. Stewart, 83, passed away April 4, 2021 in Chattanooga, TN. He was born in Pierce, WV on August 2, 1937 to the late Shannon F. and Margarite (Warnick) Stewart and was a proud Navy veteran. Shannon retired from Stow Public Schools with 23 years of service and was a former member of the Apostolic Church of Barberton. He is survived by his wife, Ethel; sons, Jeff and Darin; and grandchildren, Randi, Corey, Cameron and Colter. The funeral service will be held on Monday, April...

Reverend Eunice Mae Hendershot, 86, went home to be with the Lord Sunday, April 4, 2021 surrounded by her family at Good Shepherd Hospice in Auburndale, FL. She was an Ordained Minister and obtained her Doctorate of Divinity. Eunice was born August 8, 1934 in Akron, Ohio to John Wesley and Ruby Ethel (Cain) Dobbins. She was a member of Cypress Cathedral of Winter Haven, FL and also attended New Hope Fellowship.  She was preceded in death by her parents; 1st husband – Glenn...