Obituaries

Apr 3, 2017

Jeffrey P. Borovitz, 57 passed away unexpectedly on April 3, 2017.  Born in Akron to the late Sam and Elizabeth Borovitz, he attended Simon Perkins school and worked for the Akron YMCA, and was Maintenance Supervisor at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church in Akron.  Jeff also contributed to the Cleveland Clinic and the Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital.

Preceded...

Mar 2, 2017

Jack Elmer Vogel, 76, passed away March 2, 2017.  He was born in Erie, PA on May 14, 1940 to the late Jacob and Marian (Spiringer) Vogel and moved to Akron in 1973.

Preceded in death by his wife, Elin Ann Berg,  Jack is survived by his son, Mat (Carie), of Akron; daughter, Lorelei (Raymond), of St....

Mar 2, 2017

Sara “Ellen” Davidson, 87, passed away March 2, 2017.  Born at Mt. Morris Pennsylvania to the late Henry and Laura (Mills) Duesenberry, she lived most of her life in Akron.  She retired from Buckingham Law office after 26 years in accounting, and also worked at First Merit Bank and Walgreen’s Drug store.  A faithful member of Celebration Church, Ellen...

Feb 28, 2017

Helen Joan Minton, 93, went to sleep Tuesday, February 28, 2017 and is now waiting for the return of her Lord and Savior Jesus. Her son Rick was with her when she peacefully passed on.

Born in Akron to Anthony and Lillian (Dove) Galanis, she later resided in Sacramento, CA 20 years before returning to Akron in...

Feb 19, 2017

Dollie “Marie” Snyder, 94, a devout Christian, passed away peacefully February 19, 2017. She was born in Mason County, WV to the late Carder and Orilla (Hill) Cain and was formerly a member of The Chapel.

For the last 8 years, Marie has been lovingly cared for by Mary and Randall Cadle of Barberton.

Feb 5, 2017

Gloria L. Tingler (nee Moyer), 93, passed away February 5, 2017 at her residence. Born in Akron to Marion and Laura (Cooper) Moyer, she was a lifelong area resident and she attended the Akron Baptist Temple. Gloria loved playing bingo, reading romance novels and spending time with her family. A very special thank you is extended to everyone who...

Feb 4, 2017

Walter R. Stewart, 97, passed away February 4, 2017.  He was born in Central City, KY, was a proud Army veteran of World War II, and retired from the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company with over 30 years of service. Walter was devoted to his family, especially to his grandchildren and great-grandhcildren, and he will be deeply missed.

Jan 25, 2017

Paul E. Trommer, 97, passed away January 25, 2017. Born in Akron to the late Edward and Fannie Trommer, he was a lifelong area resident and an Air Force veteran of World War II.

Paul grew up in and was an active member of the former St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Akron and was a current member...

Jan 13, 2017

Susan Dianne Mitchell (nee Prichard)

She was born in Akron on June 28, 1959 to the late William and Rev. Doris (Nusskern) Prichard and attended Akron Public Schools and Ohio Wesleyan University.

Dianne was the devoted mother to John, Rebecca, Colette, and Daniel; grandmother to Terri, Tila, Tatum, Terryn and Faith; sister to George (Evelyn)...

Jan 11, 2017

Anna J. Beres, 80, went home to be with her personal savior, Jesus Christ, on January 11, 2017 surrounded by friends and family after a lengthy battle with cancer.

Born in Barberton on September 16, 1936, Anna was a proud alumnus of Barberton High School. After graduation, she worked at Goodyear, where she met her future husband...

Jan 11, 2017

Rose June Money, 87, passed away January 11, 2017. She was born in Ashtabula to the late Harry and Lena (Burt) Morton, was raised in the greater Cleveland area, spent a number of years in Florida, and lived the past 5 years in the Akron area.

Rose attended the Euclidian Beauty College, leading to her working as...

Jan 6, 2017

Mervin W. Faith, 92, passed away January 6, 2017. He was born in Indiana, Pa to the late Clarence and Grace (Hoover) and was a Navy veteran of World War II.  He was a lifelong carpenter and a member of the Firestone Park Presbyterian Church.

Merv is survived by his wife of 70 years, Corinne; children, Randy...

Dec 15, 2016

Beatrice, aka Sissy, 85, went home to be with the Lord December 15, 2016. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fabian; parents, Joseph and Beatrice (Lewis) Wall; brother, Joe; and sisters, Leah, Clara and Iris. She is survived by her children, Fabian (Mary) Schadle and Jean Ann Riedl; grandchildren, Ruthie (Hossein) Youssefi, Joe (Jenna) Schadle...

Dec 14, 2016

Dorothy L. Keller-Cullen, 92, passed away peacefully December 14, 2016 at her residence. Born in Akron, she was a lifelong area resident and enjoyed cooking, crocheting and spending time with her family.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, Lloyd Keller; parents, Edwin and Isabel (Alabran) Gearhart; son, Donald Keller; step-children, Sammy and Jamie Cullen....

Dec 6, 2016

"Bob"Robert E. ‘Bob’ Engle Jr., 50, passed away December 6, 2016. Born in Akron, he was a lifelong resident and worked at the Akron Steam & Sauna. Bob graduated from Akron Garfield High School where he participated in the ROTC program. He very much enjoyed casinos, camping, line dancing, Dr. Pepper and his cats, Teacup and Nugget. Preceded in...

Nov 24, 2016

Claudia Pauline Icenhour (Bradley) She came into this world on November 24, 1922 and on November 24, 2016 at the age of 94 her chariot arrived to carry her home. She celebrated her birthday and Thanksgiving at the banquet table in the very presence of God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit. It is the promise of eternal life for...

Nov 23, 2016

Frank R. Waistell passed away peacefully at home on November 23, 2016 at the young age of 93 surrounded by all the people that loved him. He was born in Akron to the late Robert and Elsie and as a young boy he would play ball any time he could or get his mom to bake him a black...

Nov 14, 2016

Mae Palmer, 95, passed away November 14, 2016. She was born in Akron to the late Eugene and Edith (Warner) Edgerly and was a lifelong resident.

Mae worked for many years at First Merit bank, retired from Copley Schools where she was affectionately known as the “lunch lady”, and was a long-time member of Wedgewood United Methodist...

Nov 14, 2016

Bernice K. Hudson, 88, passed away November 14, 2016. She was born in Tioga, WV to the late John and Lena (Mossberg) Fidler and was an Akron area resident for most of her life. Bernice retired from the Tallmadge YWCA and was a lifetime member of Lakemore United Methodist Church.

In addition to her parents, she was...

Nov 9, 2016

Michael J. Durbin, 74, passed away November 9, 2016 in Coshocton. Born in Akron to Vincent and Alberta (Thompson) Durbin, he resided in Barberton for many years before relocating to Coshocton in 2015 to be near his family. Mike worked as a prep cook at the Carousel Dinner Theater, participated in volunteering for several organizations and greatly enjoyed sports,...