John E. Oddo
Feb 20, 2016
John Edward Oddo passed away peacefully in Neuquen, Argentina at the age of 69. John was born October 22, 1946 in Stow, Ohio. He graduated from Stow High School in 1964, and went on to obtain a bachelor’s degree from Akron University, a master’s degree from the University of Toledo, and a doctorate in geochemistry from prestigious Rice University, where...
Michael G. Lakatos
Feb 3, 2016
Michael G. Lakatos passed away peacefully at his home on February 3, 2016 at the age of 51. He was the beloved son of Steve and Pam Lakatos, and is also survived by his sister, Brenda Lakatos; special aunt and uncle, Frances and Don Havens; and many more aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his...
Jack Carruthers
Jan 17, 2016
Jack Carruthers, 88, passed away at home on January 17, 2016 with his family by his side. He was born in Lilly, PA on May 18, 1927 to the late Thomas and Mae (Harris) Carruthers and resided in the Akron area all of his adult life. Jack was a U. S. Army Veteran and retired from Sacks Electric. He was...
Marion (Patterson) Carney
Jan 11, 2016
Marion Carney, 91, passed away January 11, 2016. She was born in Akron to the late William and Catherine (Miller) Patterson and was a Springfield High School graduate. She retired from Akron City Hospital, was a member of the Daughters of America, and was an avid bowler. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband,...
Robert W. Vrbanac
Jan 9, 2016
Robert W. Vrbanac, 90, passed away January 9, 2016 at his residence. He was born on October 17, 1925 in Milwaukee, WI to the late John and Ellen (Ross) Vrbanac. In 1930 the family moved to Mansfield, OH. After graduating from high school, Bob joined the U. S. Air Force and served in the Pacific, and later graduated from Ohio...
John W. Hogan
Dec 27, 2015
John W. Hogan Sr., 61, passed away December 27, 2015. Born in Toledo, OH to Wylyn John and Louise (Workman) Hogan.
John served our country in the U.S. Army during Vietnam and worked as a supervisor for a machining company.
He will be sadly missed by his loving wife, Carolyn; and son, Zack.
Private services to be held.
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Barbara A. (Fisher) Wirth
Dec 26, 2015
Barbara A. Wirth, 89, passed away December 26, 2015. She was born in Akron to the late Tom and Fary (Baxter) Fisher, was a 1944 graduate of Central High School and lived for many years in Hartville. Barbara was an active member of Christian Life Center in Kent and had worked as an assistant aid at Happy Days School. She...
Cylis Jeremiah Allshouse
Dec 18, 2015
I, Cylis Jeremiah Richard Allshouse, came into the world on June 23, 2015. I was eagerly waited for by my Mom, Tylar, and Dad, CJ, who loved me dearly. I meant the world to my two big sisters, Jayden, who I loved very much and (Queen) Khamya, who always had me covered in glitter - I think those were sparkle...
Anna Maria (Snooker) Tolbert
Dec 7, 2015
Anna Maria Tolber, 90, passed away December 7, 2015. She was born April 9, 1925 in Frankfurt, Germany. Married 60 years to her husband, Conner. Anna was a happy homemaker living in the Akron area.
Patricia A. (Slack) Cross
Dec 3, 2015
Patricia A. Cross, 62, ran into the arms of her Lord on December 3, 2015. She was born in Dry Branch, WV to the late C.W. and Myrtle Slack and earned an Associate Degree from Hammel Business College. Patty worked in admissions at Malone College, and later became a foster provider for REM-Ohio and independently through the state DD board....
Jason Paul Gerdes
Nov 26, 2015
Jason Paul Gerdes Jason Gerdes, 45, passed away on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2015 after a courageous fight with lung cancer. He is survived by his children, whom he loved and cared for with all of his heart: Hayden Paul, Caitlyn Jane, Ty Robert, and Molly Sue. The children attend Woodridge Schools. He is also survived by his girlfriend, Kellie...
John P. Weaver
Nov 16, 2015
John P. Weaver, 64, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, November 16, 2015. Born in Galion, OH to the late William H. and Virginia L. (Reif), John was a U.S. Navy veteran who served his country proudly in the Vietnam War. He was employed by Canton City Schools at Lehman Middle School and attended...
Tre'Vion Tisdale-Marks
Nov 15, 2015
Tre'Vion (Bump-Bump) Tisdale-Marks graced us ever so briefly with his presence, arriving in this world on November 15, 2015 at 12:11 pm and departing shortly thereafter, at 1:08 pm the very same day. Though his journey here was brief, he truly left his presence and footprints on many hearts. Tre'Vion leaves to treasure his memory his loving and proud parents,...
Faith Marie Seawright
Nov 12, 2015
Faith Marie Seawright came into this world on October 13, 2015. She could only stay 30 short days, but will leave everlasting love with all who knew her. Little Angels When God calls little children to dwell with Him above, we mortals sometime question the wisdom of His love. For no heartache compares with the death of one small child...
Carl F. Blasdel
Nov 10, 2015
Carl F. Blasdel, 90, went home to be with the Lord on November 10, 2015. He was born in Akron to the late Kenneth and Hermina (Myers) Blasdel, was a Garfield High School graduate and was a Navy veteran of World War II. Carl was an active member of Brown St. Baptist Church for 52 years, worked at Skorman’s Miracle...
James W. Lowery
Nov 9, 2015
James W. Lowery, 71, passed away November 9, 2015. Born in Peoria, IL to the late Lee and Marjorie (Gehring) Lowery, he was an Ellet High School graduate and U.S. Army veteran. James was a member of the Grace Baptist Church and loved baseball and bowling. Preceded in death by his parents, Lee and Marjorie; brothers, Frankie and John; and...
Linda Lee (Smith) Sunyak
Nov 1, 2015
Linda Lee Sunyak, 67, passed away November 1, 2015 (All Saints’ Day) with her loving husband by her side. Born in Cleveland to the late LeRoy and Lois (Green) Smith, she lived most of her life in the Akron area. Linda earned Bachelor’s Degrees from both Kent State and the University of Akron in fashion design and...
Betty Jo (Helmick) Rex
Oct 25, 2015
Betty Jo Rex, 71, passed away October 25, 2015. She was born in Roanoke, VA to the late Jennings and Reva (Duncan) Helmick and had worked as a manager in retail. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Sherman; sisters, Mabel Burkhammer, Mary Sidwell and Roberta Smith; brothers, John and Melvin Helmick; daughter, Angela...
Annie Nan (Gilmore) Nelson
Oct 7, 2015
Annie “Nan” Nelson, 93, went home to be with the Lord on October 7, 2015. She was born in Glasgow, Scotland on November 26, 1921, daughter to the late Annie and Richard Gilmour, and served in the British Army during WWII. Annie married and moved to Akron in 1946, where she raised her family. She worked for decades at the...
Virginia L. (Leedom) Greer
Oct 6, 2015
Virginia L. Greer, 83, passed away October 6, 2015. She was born in Akron to the late Wes and Virginia (Riffle) Leedom and was an East High School graduate. She retired from Home Centers Appliances and loved collecting angels. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Claude; son, Dennis; and grandson, Jeffrey Smith. She...
