Marla J. Zwoll
May 23, 2016
Marla J. Zwoll, 84, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2016. She was born in Akron to the late Oliver Sr. and Ermel (Groves) Zwoll and was a lifelong resident. She retired from Ohio Bell with 39 years of service and was an active, lifetime member of Wedgewood United Methodist Church. In addition to her parents, Marla was preceded in...
Ronald R. Floyd Sr.
May 20, 2016
Ronald R. Floyd Sr., 77, went home to be with the Lord on May 20, 2016. He was born in Akron to the late Randolph “Doc” and Willie “Billie” (Parker) Floyd and was a lifelong resident. Ron was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps, retired from Goodyear as Chief of Emergency Services after 35 years, and worked...
Sarah Ann (Cooley) Hudson
May 17, 2016
Sarah Ann Hudson, 94, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2016. She was born in Akron to the late William and Laura (Thomas) Cooley and was a lifelong resident. Sarah worked for many years in the Akron Public School system, was a member of ABWA and was a long-time member of Family of Faith United Methodist Church. In addition to...
Norman E. Swope
May 13, 2016
Norman Ernest Swope, 86, passed quietly away in his sleep May 13, 2016 at Altercare of Hartville. He was born on October 25, 1929 to the late Ernest and Thelma (Sypherd) and was an Akron area resident his entire life. Norman was a U. S. Army Veteran of the Korean Conflict and a member of the VFW Post 3383 where...
Margaret A. (Pfost) Kelley
May 8, 2016
Margaret A. Kelley died May 8, 2016 after a long decline into dementia. How sad. BUT, on May 8, 2016, Margaret Kelley entered heaven and no longer has uncertainty or loss – praise God! Margaret was born 95 years ago as Margaret Ava Pfost on March 14, 1921 to Boyd and Ora (Chase) Pfost. She was the youngest of six...
Elizabeth Florence (Yale) Wise
May 3, 2016
Elizabeth Florence (Yale) Wise, 100, passed away peacefully May 3, 2016 in Lansdale, PA. She was born in Chester, PA to the late Stanley and Pearl (Elam) Yale and lived in Akron, Las Vegas, Oceanside, CA and Lansdale, PA. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Akron Fire Department Captain James F.A. Wise;...
Paul D. Bowers
Apr 23, 2016
Paul D. Bowers, 67, passed away April 23, 2016. He was born in Akron to the late Paul E. and Annie (Cutlip), was a US Army veteran and was a retired truck driver. He is survived by his children, Jessica, Jina and Jaime; 4 grandchildren; 3 sisters and 2 brothers. He was preceded in death by his sister, Sarah. Burial...
Julia Ann (Foltz) Eckard
Apr 14, 2016
Julia Ann (Foltz) Eckard, 98, died peacefully at home at 5 p.m. on April 14, 2016. She was born in Akron and was a lifetime resident. Julia always felt fortunate and blest to be the daughter of Marie and Ralph Foltz, the sister of Daniel E. Foltz and Maryjane Foltz Gwinner, the wife of R. Willis Eckard, and the mother...
Cristofer Perez-Ixcoy
Apr 11, 2016
Cristofer Perez-Ixcoy, 8, passed away April, 11, 2016. He very much enjoyed being around his family, going to church and reading his Bible. Cristofer also loved playing soccer, collecting pokemon cards and making other people laugh. He will be sadly missed by his mother, Blanca; brothers, Fredy and Anderson; sister, Celina and many friends. Calling hours will take place Thursday,...
Justin Chandler Young
Apr 5, 2016
Justin Chandler Young, 40, died in the early hours of April 5, 2016 due to a drug overdose. Justin is the son of Harry E. (Nancy) Young Jr. and Holly Dearden Hart and he leaves behind his lovely partner Jillian Newland, and their two precious sons, Miles Daniel Newland and Rio Soule Young. He will also be missed by his...
Frances L. (Cutlip) Haberkost
Apr 5, 2016
Frances L. Haberkost, 88, went home to be with her Lord April 5, 2016. She was born in Richwood, WV to the late Earl and Mae (Underwood) Cutlip and was an Akron resident for most of her life. Frances retired from Summa Health Systems (Akron City Hospital) with 29 years service, was a long-time active member of...
Frank Robert Peden
Mar 31, 2016
Frank Robert Peden, 80, passed away surrounded by his loving family March 31, 2016. Born in Akron to the late Frank and Elizabeth (Zuver) Peden, he lived in Akron his entire life. Frank taught elementary school for 30 years as well as working hard as a roofer. After retirement he enjoyed volunteering at the Barberton Adventist Community Service Center. He...
Brenda Joan (Croy) Ebie
Mar 29, 2016
Brenda Joan Ebie (née Croy) 73, of Brimfield, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 29, 2016, surrounded by her family. She was born February 27, 1943 in Akron, Ohio to John H. and Lily J. Croy and grew up in Tallmadge, Ohio, graduating from Tallmadge High School in 1961. She married David A. Ebie of Brimfield, Ohio in 1966 and...
Darrell E. Adams
Mar 25, 2016
Darrell E. Adams, 84 passed away March 25, 2016. Born November 20, 1931 to the late Ross and Cosby (Staley) Adams he resided in the Akron area the past 29 years and was a member of Family of Faith United Methodist Church as well as the Mogadore Moose Lodge 1082. Darrell and his wife also enjoyed dancing, bowling and dining...
Aaron Babe Flossie
Mar 19, 2016
Our beloved Aaron “Bo” Flossie, 31, left us far too soon on Saturday, March 19, 2016. Born in Akron, Ohio, he was the son of Bruce and Rebecca Flossie. He graduated from Garfield High School in 2003 and worked as an educational assistant at Bridges, Akron Public Schools. He enjoyed playing cards with his friends, playing games with his niece...
Doy E. Adkins
Mar 11, 2016
Doy E. Adkins went home to be with his Lord on March 11, 2016. He was born in Mason County, WV and enjoyed a long career in the building profession. A profession he was passionate about and loved teaching to his sons. He put a hammer in each of their hands and taught them how to hold and swing it....
Edwin M. Tubbs
Mar 5, 2016
On Saturday morning, March 5, 2016, Edwin M. “Ed” Tubbs graduated into the presence of his Lord and Savior at the age of 75. Ed was born in Cleveland to the late Edwin B. and Mary A. (Baker), was a 1972 graduate of Kent State University and was a U.S. Navy veteran. He served the Lord in ministry throughout his...
Helen F. (Scott) Lowe
Feb 23, 2016
Helen F. Lowe, 91, passed away February 23, 2016. Born in Orbisonia, PA on April 5, 1924 to Herbert and Edna (Heath) Scott, she resided in Akron since 1959. Helen retired from First National Bank of Akron and since 1963 had been a member of The Chapel, where she taught Sunday School and volunteered in the library....
Linda J. Morris
Feb 20, 2016
Linda J. Morris, 53, passed away peacefully February 20, 2016. She was born in Cuyahoga Falls and loved cooking and animals, especially dogs. Linda was extremely close to her family and was the type of person who loved everyone. She was generous, giving and had a huge heart. She will be deeply missed. She is survived by her father, William;...
Benjamin H. Hawkins
Feb 20, 2016
Benjamin H. Hawkins Jr., 90, passed away February 20, 2016. Born in Akron to the late Benjamin Sr. and Blanche (Bolyard), he was a veteran of World War II, earning two prestigious Purple Hearts as an Air Force Staff Sergeant, and was a Goodyear retiree with 42 years of service. Mr. Hawkins was active in the community as a member...
