All Obituaries

Deborah “Ingy” Ingersoll began her next great adventure on January 21, 2020 surrounded by family and music, two of the most cherished things in her life. She was born in Akron on September 15, 1957 and began her music career at the age of 4. Ingy liked to tell the story of how her first piano teacher informed her grandmother that her fingers were too short to play. She would then add “I remember thinking when I heard that, what will I do now with my life…?”...

Eloise B. Kimble, 89, passed away peacefully at home on January 17, 2020. She was born in Richmond, Virginia to the late Remus and Geneva (Loan) Smith and lived most of her life in the greater Akron area. Eloise worked as a cook at The Waterloo restaurant as well as various other establishments, where she utilized her amazing southern culinary expertise. She participated in a bowling league for a number of years, enjoyed crocheting and was just a wonderful all-around person. She was...

David L. Lucas, 69, passed away January 16, 2020. He was born in Akron to the late Robert and Virgie “Jackie” (Hunt) Lucas, earned his barber’s license at the age of 14 and enjoyed being a drummer in a band as a youth. David enlisted in the Marines at the age of 17 and was a decorated Army veteran of the Vietnam War. He was an expert marksman, served in the airborne division and with the military police. He spent the last 8 years of his service stationed in Alaska as...

Barbara P. Piurkowsky, 77, passed away January 10, 2020. She was born in Akron to the late Sylvester and Ann (Vinsic) Radoichin, worked at many local restaurants throughout her life and was a long-time volunteer for Edwin Shaw. Barbara had a passion for working with and creating beautiful stained glass pieces, displaying and selling much of her work at local shows and fairs. She was also proud of winning an award from Keep Akron Beautiful and loved bowling. Preceded in death by her...

Esther M. Wills, 93, passed away January 4, 2020. She was born in Muscogee, FL to the late Willie and Cameola (Byrd) Linton, was a veteran of the US Air Force and retired from Akron General Hospital. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Edgel; brothers, Willis and Willie; and sisters, Alma and Margaretdale. She is survived by her children, Donna Criswell, Edgel (Lisa), Ricky (Cindy) and Robin (Kenneth) Schenault; grandchildren, Karen, Lauren,...

Kathleen Martin, 70, passed away January 3, 2020. She was born in Pittsburgh, PA to the late Raymond A. Sr. and Geraldine (Wolf) Pritchett, was a graduate of Kent Roosevelt High School, and lived in Georgia for the past 20-plus years. Kathleen was an accomplished insurance salesman for many years. She retired from American General Life Insurance Co. having won numerous awards and trips, and also worked for United Insurance Co. in retirement. Preceded in death by her husband, James,...

Gilbert L. Cramer, 74, passed away December 30, 2019. He was born in Akron to the late George and Juanita (Arthur) and was a Woodridge High School graduate. Gilbert was a US Army veteran, retired from Marlin Tool and was a member of Medina Church of God. Preceded in death by his wife, Cathy, he is survived by his sisters, Gloria, Joyce and Glenna; brother, Gary (Irene); nephews, Josh and Andy; and great-nephew, Sebastian. Calling hours will be held on Friday, January 3, 2020 from 5...

On Saturday, December 28, 2019, Gerald "Jerry" Edison Morrow died peacefully with his family by his side at the age of 79. Jerry is survived by his beautiful wife of 50 years, Patricia (Brown) Morrow; son, Eric Morrow; brother, Frank (Donna) Morrow; granddaughters, Erica and Ella Morrow; brother and sister-in-law, John and Lorraine Mitchell; and many other cousins, nieces and nephews that loved him dearly. Jerry was a lifelong resident of...

Lora L. Phillips, 58, passed away unexpectedly December 22, 2019. She was born in Memphis, TN, was a 1980 North High School graduate and worked at Giant Eagle for 30 years. Lora was an avid pin collector, especially from Hard Rock, and was known for the pins she wore on her work hat. She also collected Coca Cola artifacts and loved the Beatles. She was preceded in death by her husband, Randy; the Ladies in Red; and her beloved dog, Mariah Blue. She is survived by her mother, Nancy (Dan)...

Robert J. Horvath, 75, went home to be with the Lord on December 20, 2019. He was born in Akron, was a Garfield High School graduate and retired from Goodyear with 40 years of service. Robert was a former Vice President of Union Local #2, President of the Retirees Club, was a member of the Star Masonic Lodge # 187, the Akron FOPA and the Mogadore Moose. He also coached Field youth football for 20 years, was president of the Suffield Springs golf league and was an avid...