Albert W. Nitz
Jun 26, 2019
Albert W. Nitz, 80, passed away June 26, 2019. He was born in Akron on March 21, 1939 to the late Albert C. and Elsie (Klabbatz) and was a 1958 graduate of Buchtel High School and a 1968 graduate of Judson College. Al was a veteran of the US Navy and retired from the Haven of Rest as facilities...
Jerry L. Glatther
Jun 22, 2019
Jerry L. Glatther, 51, passed away June 22, 2019. He was born in Akron to the late Gerald and Dessie (McVicker) and was a joy to all who met him.
He is survived by his sister, Sharon Buchanan; nephews, Dan and James (Shannon) and their children, Shane, Stephen, Bailey and Jimmy; and dear friends, Pat, Helen, Jean,...
Forrest Phillips
Jun 20, 2019
Forrest K. “Keith” Phillips, 86, passed away June 20, 2019. He was born in Fairmont, WV to the late Ernest and Iva (Vaughn) Phillips, was an Army veteran of the Korean War and was a graduate of Garfield High School.
He worked for Teledyne Monarch, was a licensed pilot and was an avid hiker of the local...
Patricia A. (Connell) Adams
Jun 19, 2019
Patricia A. Adams, 91, went home to be with her Lord on June 19, 2019. Born in Lorain, OH to the late Russell and Emma (Randall) Connell, she worked as a bank teller for Lorain Bank and was a long-time, active member of Hope Baptist Church (formerly Brown St. Baptist Church).
Patricia was preceded in death by...
Ned O. Bennett
Jun 13, 2019
Ned O. Bennett, 97, passed away June 13, 2019 surrounded by loving family. He was born in Akron and lived there all his life except time in the Army and winters in Florida. He graduated from South High in 1939 and the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science in 1947. He was affiliated with the Eckard and Schlup Funeral Homes...
Glenn A. Hernea
Jun 9, 2019
Glenn A. Hernea departed this life on June 9, 2019 of complications from a broken hip.
Born on January 24, 1925 in Sharon Center, OH to Mike and Julia (Glugo) Hernea, Glenn was a military veteran of WWII, retired from the City of Akron and was a member of Family of Faith United Methodist Church.
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Charles W. Brown
May 27, 2019
Charles W. Brown passed away May 27, 2019. He was born in Hiawassee, GA to the late Charles L. and Bessie M. (Arrendale) Brown and was a Randolph resident for most of his life.
He was a member of Grace Cathedral since 1960 and retired from East Manufacturing with 40 years of service.
Preceded in...
Kathleen V. (Hetzel) Phillips
May 17, 2019
Kathleen V. Phillips, 89, went to be with her Lord May 17, 2019. She was born in Akron to the late Raymond and Beatrice (Breese) Hetzel and was a long-time member of Goodyear Heights Community Church.
Kathleen worked at A. Schulman before starting her own craft shop, Knots and Whatnots. She loved bowling, weekend getaways, camping, her...
Donald Robert Miller Ii
May 17, 2019
“Art Shows No Remorse” An event to celebrate the art of Donald R. Miller II Saturday, June 22, 2019 1 – 7 pm The Sanctuary at Akron Glass Works 421 Spicer St. Akron, Ohio 44311 Donald’s family and friends want his life’s work to live on. Hundreds of works on canvas, drawings, collage, and small sculptures will be available...
George J. Buesch
May 12, 2019
George J. Buesch, 65, passed away May 12, 2019. He was born in Cleveland to the late Robert and Joan Buesch and lived many years in the Akron area.
He is survived by his wife, Jill; son, John; brothers, Richard, Robert, Calvin and Tom; sisters, Debbie and Phyllis; many nieces and nephews; and extended family Sandy, Heather...
Cristy Lynn Wolfe
May 9, 2019
Cristy Lynn Wolfe, 52, went home on May 9, 2019. She had worked for Harry London’s in production as well as Bob’s Lakeside Bar and R. J.’s. Cristy loved crafts, flowers, gardening and her beloved dog, Keno. Most of all, she had a contagious laugh that will be missed by all who knew her.
Preceded in death...
Virginia L. (Malterer) South
May 1, 2019
Virginia L. South, 80, passed away May 1, 2019. She was born in Akron on May 13, 1938 to the late Frank and Dorothy Malterer and was a graduate of Randolph High School. She worked for the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company for 20 years as well as Grace Cathedral for over 30 years, where she was also an...
Albert E. Brion
Apr 27, 2019
Albert E. Brion, Jr., 90, passed over to the hereafter April 27, 2019. Born on February 10, 1929 in Williamsport, PA to the late Albert E. and Isabelle B. Brion, he was a 1947 graduate of Williamsport High School and also from the University of New Mexico in 1951. Following three years service in the US Army, he joined...
Shirley J. (Hinkal) Watson
Apr 17, 2019
Shirley J. Watson, 86, passed away April 17, 2019. She was born in Sayre, PA to the late Harry and Marion (Miller) Hinkal, was raised and lived in Williamsport for 30 years before moving to Akron, where she resided for over 50 years.
Shirley retired from the American Red Cross with 32 years of service and volunteered...
Margaret L. (Barry) Johnson
Apr 15, 2019
Margaret L. Johnson, 98, passed away April 15, 2019. She was born in Akron on June 10, 1920 to the late Stephen and Anna (Diesem) Barry and retired from B.F. Goodrich with 35 years of service.
Margaret was an active member of the Akron Free Will Baptist Church, serving as secretary of the Ladies Auxiliary. She enjoyed...
John J. Podrosky
Apr 13, 2019
John J. Podrosky, born December 6, 1950, passed away April 13, 2019 at the age of 68. Johnny was a man among men. He lived a very full life filled with wild times, fun adventures and great stories.
In the end he succumbed to cancer after a 3-month battle, which he courageously fought till the end. He...
Joan R. (Makidon) Edworthy
Apr 11, 2019
Joan R. Edworthy, 84, passed away April 11, 2019. She was born in Akron on May 25, 1934 to the late John and Anna (Bakos) Makidon and retired from Roadway Express with over 30 years of service. She also worked at Annie Anne’s at Chapel Hill Mall and was a member of the Roadway Dinner Club.
In...
Larry E. Bradley
Apr 1, 2019
Larry E. Bradley, 70, passed away on April 1, 2019. Born in Kenosha, Wisconsin to the late William and Mary (Whittington) Bradley, he lived most of his life in Akron. He proudly served in the US Marine Corps during Vietnam and retired from the City of Akron highway maintenance department.
Larry is survived by his children, Heather...
Cheryl A. (Weekley) Kish-Schutte
Mar 31, 2019
Cheryl A. Kish-Schutte, 66, passed away March 31, 2019. She was born in Akron on July 27, 1952 to the late Frank and June (Braybon) Weekley and was a 1970 East High School graduate. She was also a special needs caregiver for 14 years. Cheryl was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who had a heart of gold.
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Helen Grace (Faith) Long
Mar 29, 2019
Helen Grace (Faith) Long, 90, passed away March 29, 2019. She was born in Plumville, PA on October 11, 1928 to the late Clarence and Mary Grace (Hoover) Faith. She moved to Akron as a teenager and was a long-time member of the First E.C. Church. Preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, George and brothers, Mervin...
