Howard S. Reinmuth Jr.
Apr 29, 2020
Howard S. Reinmuth Jr., 90, passed away at the Arbors of Stow on April 29, 2020. Born in Howard Lake, Minnesota to the late Howard Sr. and Elsie (Doeltz) Reinmuth.
Howard earned his Ph.D. in history from the University of Minnesota and was a history professor at the University of Akron from 1966 until 1993.
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Thomas B. Kalavity
Apr 29, 2020
Thomas B. Kalavity, 63, passed away peacefully in his home on April 29, 2020. He was born in Akron on October 6, 1956 and worked at Centron Bank when he was younger.
Tom lived happily in the Studio City apartment complex in Cuyahoga Falls for many years and was devoted to his two dogs, Bubba and Midgie....
Yvonne E. Fairbee
Apr 28, 2020
Yvonne Fairbee died, surrounded by her loved ones, April 28, 2020. Preceded in death by mother Marion Nigh, father Ted Corner, and beloved husband Arlie, she is survived by her sister Diane (James) Walker, brother, George Corner, children Deena Wanzie-Bolet, Christy Box, Kim (Lee) Arny, Michele Thompson, Anita Rardon, Ward (Donna) Fairbee, and Arlita Fairbee, eight grandchildren, and seven...
Mary Lou Green
Apr 27, 2020
Mary Lou Green, 82, went to be with her precious Lord and Savior April 27, 2020 after a short illness. She was born at home on June 28, 1937 in O’Brion, WV to the late Preston and Dorothy (Mollohan) McCracken, moved to Akron in 1954 and lived the last 6 years at Pebble Creek Nursing Home. In addition to...
Jerry Davidson
Apr 9, 2020
Jerry Davidson was a Professor of Music at Kent State University specializing in teaching Class Piano, though he also taught students individually as well. He often performed as accompanist for fellow School of Music professors when they gave public concerts. In addition to his KSU career Mr. Davidson also taught piano to many private students at his home studio...
Joyce F. Traylor
Apr 5, 2020
Joyce F. Traylor, 85, passed away on April 5, 2020. She was born in Central City, Kentucky and was an Akron resident since 1952. Joyce was a long-time, active attendee of the Akron First Assembly of God Church and worked for Siegferth Plumbing and Heating for 30 years.
Preceded in death by her mother, Edna Goodloe Sweeney;...
Nannie E. Burkhart
Apr 5, 2020
Nannie E. Burkhart, 82, passed away April 5, 2020. She was born in Saltville, VA to the late Ballard and Mary Harrison and moved to Akron after graduating from high school. Nannie worked in transportation for the Akron Public Schools and at the Longaberger Basket Company, and she was a fabulous cook. In addition to her parents, she was...
Onaline C. Frye
Apr 4, 2020
Onaline Coramay Frye was born in Bellville, WV on December 7, 1933 to P.H. and Irene (Cusack) Swain. She graduated from Parkersburg High School in 1951 and moved to Akron soon after. She met Vernon “Gene” Frye on a blind date in December 1953 and six months later they were married. The loves in her life were Gene (who...
Robert James Manzari
Apr 3, 2020
Robert Manzari, 72, passed away April 3, 2020 of COVID-19. Born and raised in Akron, OH, he is survived by his devoted wife of 51 years, Bonnie; sisters, Annette (Edwin) and Mary; brother, Michael (Leenan); and seven nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Mary and Michael Manzari.
Robert graduated from Kent State University, did...
Virginia Ruth Sarokas
Mar 29, 2020
Virginia Ruth Sarokas, 94, passed away March 29, 2020. She was born in Akron to the late Anthony and Lillian (Knight) Galanis, retired from Akron City (Summa) Hospital with 29 years of service and was an active member of Akron First Seventh Day Adventist Church. She loved crocheting, creating many beautiful pieces, and enjoyed gardening. Most of all, she...
Lisa L. Grose
Mar 27, 2020
Lisa L. “Weasel” Grose, 45, passed away March 27, 2020. She was born in Barberton, OH, was a huge Pittsburgh Steelers fan and loved the color purple. She also had a love for cats and unicorns, country music and anything that had to do with teddy bears. Although a bit of a firecracker sometimes, she loved helping people whenever...
Judith M. Burkhardt
Mar 15, 2020
Judith M. Burkhardt, 76, passed away March 15, 2020. She was born in Akron to the late George and Cora (Tabler) Burkhardt, attended Coventry High School and graduated from Buchtel High School.
Judith worked as a nurse at the Summit County Jail and was a wonderful humanitarian. She loved taking care of people and dedicated her life...
Lajohna Sheppard
Mar 6, 2020
Lajohna L. Geary-Sheppard, 78, passed away March 6, 2020. She was born in Cincinnati, OH to the late William and Maggie May (Fraim) Geary and moved Akron as an infant.
Lajohna was a South High grad and attended J.B.M. school. She was an accomplished violinist, performing in concerts with violins made by her father, worked as a...
Mary L. Shue
Mar 3, 2020
Mary L. Shue, 99, passed away March 3, 2020. Born in Fayette County, Ohio she was raised by the late Charles and Stella Colaw. Mary loved getting together with her friends for lunch, playing cards and going to Bingo.
Preceded in death by husband, Harold Shue and son, Ronald Kelley; brothers, George and Ralph; sisters, Anna and...
William F. "Billy" Weaver Jr.
Feb 29, 2020
William F. “Billy” Weaver Jr., 54, passed away February 29, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. Born in Akron to William Sr. and Georgene Weaver, he was a 1983 graduate of Garfield High School.
Billy was the owner of B&M Lawn and Plowing Service for over 30 years and was always working. He loved his time at...
Nancy C. Mcknight
Feb 28, 2020
Nancy C. McKnight, 82, went home to be with the Lord February 28, 2020. Born in Peterstown, WV to the late Erie and Nora (Mills) Dillon, Nancy spent most of her life in the Akron area. She worked as a manager for the Salvation Army and Goodwill and was a long-time member of the Apostolic Church of Barberton. Nancy...
Timothy Gaskins Jr.
Feb 19, 2020
Timothy Gaskins Jr., 91, passed away peacefully February 19, 2020. He was born in Akron to the late Timothy Sr. and Ruby (Knight) and retired from the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company with 33 years of service.
Timothy was active in the deaf community for many years. He was a member of the Deaf Outreach Church of...
Kristina Eva (Varga) Gale
Feb 17, 2020
Kristina Eva Gale, 51, passed away peacefully February 17, 2020. She was born in Barberton, OH and was a 1986 North High School graduate. She had worked as an assistant at a physician's office and enjoyed bowling, trips to the beach and especially music. Kristina is survived by her husband, Greg; daughter, Erika; parents, Balazs and Gizella (Balogh) Varga;...
Roger W. Spoerke
Feb 3, 2020
Roger W. Spoerke, 76, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his bedside on Monday, February 3, 2020. He was born in Cleveland to the late William and Eleanor (Brune) and retired from the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company with 33 years of service.
Roger earned a Master’s Degree in Organic Chemistry from Michigan State...
Kathleen Maria Messmore
Jan 29, 2020
Kathleen Maria Messmore, age 90, was ‘taken home again’ on January 29, 2020.
Kathleen was born in Kenmore, Ohio, to the late Charles and Bridget (Doyle) Messmore and was a 1947 graduate of St. Vincent High School and a lifelong supporter of her beloved "Fighting Irish".
After working for J.Gordon Gaines, Inc., the Speigel Catalog...
