All Obituaries

Dorothy-Jean (Shaffer) Callahan, 83, passed from our hearts into her Savior's loving arms on November 17, 2018. She was born in Akron on March 20, 1935 to the late Shelbert and Stella (Manges) Shaffer and was a 1952 East High School graduate. Dorothy-Jean worked at Goodyear and the Summit County Welfare Department, and regularly attended The Chapel. She also enjoyed singing old hymns and loved sewing. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Catherine and...

William Strazinsky, 72, passed away November 11, 2018 in Mt. Pleasant, TX. He was born in Cleveland, OH on May 9, 1946 to the late John and Julia (Nemec) Strazinsky and attended Cleveland State College. He worked as the solid waste coordinator for Medina County and lived for many years in Bath Township. He is survived by his wife, Joan Irwin; sons, Timothy (Catherine) Strazinsky, of Edwardsville, IL and William Strazinsky, of Palm Beach, FL; daughter, Terri (Michael) Dutiel,...

Robert W. Skinner, 83, passed away November 9, 2018. He was born in Parkersburg, WV to the late Earl and Lucy (Sweezey) and was a proud Army veteran of the Korean War, where he earned the prestigious Bronze Star. Bob retired from the Akron Public School System with 38 years of service and also worked at Firestone Public Golf Course for 12 years. He was an active member of Wedgewood United Methodist Church and was a youth baseball and football coach in Kenmore for many years. In addition to...

Ruth M. Lee, born September 17, 1917, passed away on Friday, November 9, 2018 at the age of 101. Ruth was born and raised in Akron, Ohio, and retired from Goodyear Aerospace in 1974 after 30 years of service.  She was a member of Goodyear’s Blue and Gold Club and a lifetime member of the Sons & Daughters of Herman, Bertha Lodge #3.  Ruth is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Daniel, and son-in-law, David.  She is survived by her daughter, Nancy Forshey, of...

Marilyn J. Turner, 70, passed away November 3, 2018. She was born in Akron to the late George and Dorothy (Newman) Wigington and was a Springfield High School graduate. Marilyn worked for many years as floral designer, was a dispatcher for the Suffield Fire Department for 10 years and most recently, was a bus driver for Field Local Schools. She loved spending time with her family and playing games on her computer. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband,...

Mildred A. Kinion, 98, passed away peacefully October 31, 2018 at Hickory Ridge Nursing Home. She was born in Akron to the late Charles and Bess (Haynes) Kauffman and was a long-time member of The Chapel, where she was active in the Open Door Sunday School Class. Preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Kinion and son, Gary Waggoner, she is survived by her great-niece, Sharon Woodliff. Private burial will be held at Hillside Memorial Park.

Larry P. Pratt, 67, passed away peacefully at home on October 24, 2018. He was born in Akron to the late Lawrence and Doris (Burgey) Pratt, was a graduate of Ellet High School and worked for many years as a press operator at General Metals and Powder. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Linda, and many other loving relatives and friends. Per his wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no services.

Rose Marie Ragner, 92, passed away October 22, 2018. She was born in Portland, Oregon, where she met her childhood sweetheart, Floyd. They had been married for over 50 years when he preceded her in death in 2012. She is survived by her sons, John and Gary. Rose was proud of her doll collection and loved spending time with her family. She also enjoyed reading, especially the Bible, as she had a strong love of Christ. A memorial service will be held on Monday,...

William "Bill" Harley Beckett age 85 years of Mickleton, NJ died Sunday October 21, 2018 in Deptford Center for Rehab & Healthcare, Deptford, NJ, after a short illness. Bill was born in Akron, Ohio, where he lived for the first twenty-three years of his life and delivered newspapers for the Akron Beacon Journal as a youth. He graduated from Buchtel High School in 1951 and entered the University of Akron in 1952 where he graduated in 1956 with a Degree in Engineering. Bill's...

Donald T. "DJ" Williams DJ passed away suddenly on October 18, 2018 at the young age of 32. He was born September 26,1986 and was a graduate of Garfield High School and had an associate degree from NIT.  He enjoyed wrestling with his many friends and spending time with his family.  DJ was preceded in death by his loving grandparents, Thomas Brinley, Joan Carter, Sally Wolfe and Mary Brinley and his beloved uncle, Ben.  Left behind to cherish his memory are his...