Obituaries

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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...

Mar 24, 2019

Leland "Lee" S. Pritchard, 92, passed away March 24, 2019. Born in Akron and educated at Mount Vernon Academy and Andrews University, he worked at Goodyear Aerospace for 38 years and retired as comptroller of Loral. Lee was known for his quick wit, easy smile, and the twinkle in his eye.

Preceded in death by his sweetheart,...

Mar 19, 2019

Our precious baby boy, Noah Julius Coffman, gained his wings on March 19th, 2019.

His smile lit up everyone's hearts. His giggle was the best.

He is survived by mother, Bryttnie Corbin; father, Noah Coffman; brother, Amir; sisters, Cadence and Mackenzie; loving grandparents, great-grandparents, and a large, loving and caring family.

Although we...

Mar 16, 2019

Evelyn A. Bee, 82, passed away March 16, 2019. She was born in Akron on September 15, 1936 to the late Alexander and Jean Wright and was an Ellet High School graduate.

Evelyn was a veteran of the United States Army, was a member of W.A.C. Vets and retired from Goodyear with 25 years service.

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Mar 15, 2019

Anita R. Anderson, 79, passed away March 15, 2019. She was born in Akron on November 1, 1939 to the late Arthur and Ada (Cornell) Smith, was an Ellet High School graduate and retired from Summa Akron City Hospital with 25 years of service.

Anita was preceded in death by her son, David Franklin; granddaughters, Suzzana and...

Mar 7, 2019

Ruth L. Stein, 76, went home to be with the Lord on March 7, 2019.

Ruth was born on September 23, 1942 to Charles and Doris Turner of Akron, Ohio.

Preceded in death by her loving husband of fifty years, Forrest, and her parents, she is survived by her brother, Charles Turner, of New Jersey; ...

Mar 6, 2019

Larry J. Hankison, 69, passed away March 6, 2019. He was born in Akron to the late Jesse and Marlene Hankison (Uplinger) De Stefano and was an Army veteran of the Vietnam War.

Preceded in death by his brothers, Dennis Hankison and Bob Uplinger, he is survived by his daughters, Dawn and Jessie; grandson, Iziah; fiancée, Carmon;...

Feb 28, 2019

Delbert Scott, 92, passed away February 28, 2019. He was born in Altizer, WV, moved to Akron after graduating from high school and was a proud Army veteran of World War II.

Delbert retired from Goodyear with 46 years of service and was a member of Millheim Baptist Church.

Preceded in death by his wife,...

Feb 25, 2019

Arthur C. Robinson II, 69 years old, passed away after his final battle with cancer on Monday, February 25, 2019. Born in Akron, he was the only child of Arthur and Lois (Kennison) Robinson.  He was a 1967 graduate from Akron North High School.  He was a member of National Honor Society, National Forensic League, and upon graduation, received...

Feb 19, 2019

Katharine Buhlmann, 84, passed away February 19, 2019. She was born in Romania and migrated to Germany and on to Poland and back to Germany before moving to the United States in February of 1969. She first lived in Massachusetts before moving to Florida and finally, to Cuyahoga Falls to be in the services at Grace Cathedral.

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Feb 19, 2019

Thomas L. Fuhrman, 82, passed away February 19, 2019. He was born in Akron to the late Everett and Velda (High) Fuhrman and earned a graduate degree from the University of Akron. He was the Northeast Chapter Manager for NECA, the National Electrical Contractors Association.

Preceded in death by his wife, Joann, he is survived by his...