Barbara J. (Postiach) Hilton
Oct 1, 2015
Barbara J. Hilton, 78, passed away October 1, 2015. Born in Akron to the late John and Anna (Garnick) Postiach, she graduated from Garfield High School in 1954. Barbara worked as a secretary for the City of Akron and retired from the IGA on Copley Road, where she will be greatly missed by many friends. She truly enjoyed spending time...
Evelyn Virginia (Frock) Simich
Sep 25, 2015
Evelyn Virginia (nee Frock) Goff Goldsmith Simich, 85, passed away September 25, 2015. She was born to Edgar Winfield Frock and Mary Ethel (Reneer) Frock. She was predeceased by her beloved parents and dear daughters, Linda Goff Rainski (July 12, 1998), Judy Kay Goff Cappo (April 11, 2015); infant sister, Ann Frock; brothers, Randolph Frock, Glenn Frock, Clarence Frock, Clifford...
Margaret Eugenia Riffile
Sep 24, 2015
Margaret Eugenia Riffile, 89, passed away September 24, 2015. She was born in Akron to the late John and Margaret (Markovics) Riffile and was a 1943 graduate of South High School. She earned a Bachelors degree from the University of Akron and a Masters in Nutrition and Dietetics from Kent State University. Margaret worked as a clinical and teaching dietitian...
James Wesley Smith
Sep 21, 2015
James W. Smith, 65, passed away September 21, 2015. He was born in Akron to the late Carl and Barbara (McClelland) Smith and was a U.S. Army Veteran. Preceded in death by his parents, his mother only days prior to his passing, James will be sadly missed by his daughter, Barbie (Rich) Pratt; son, Chris; 8 grandchildren; brothers, Robert, David...
Luba Lillian (Nicola) Gardner
Sep 20, 2015
Luba Lillian Gardner (aka Mama Lou), 92, passed away peacefully with her family by her side September 20, 2015. She was born in Moscow, Russia to the late Nisan and Esther (Daniel) Nicola and immigrated to the US at the age of 3. Lou was proud to serve her country during World War II as a welder in the New...
Shirley J. (Haywood) Brown
Sep 15, 2015
Shirley J. Brown, 81, passed away September 15, 2015. She was born in Akron to the late Wilmer and Katherine (Rasp) Haywood and retired from O’Neill’s with many years of service. Shirley enjoyed crocheting, especially making afghan’s for her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Richard; grandson, Mark Petersen; brothers, Blair, Gary...
Margaret "Peggy" (Nitz) Hartney
Sep 12, 2015
Margaret M. “Peggy” Hartney (Horn), 87, passed away peacefully with her family at her bedside September 12, 2015. She was born in Akron to the late William and Marie Nitz, and was also preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Hartney; sons, David and Gary Horn; and sisters, Elsie Neff, Ruth Hughes, Lois Nicholson and Doris Hogan. She is survived...
Barbara J. (Mcclelland) Smith
Sep 11, 2015
Barbara J. (McClelland) Smith, 89, passed away September 11, 2015 at Essex Healthcare of Tallmadge. Born in Hudson, she was a lifelong Akron resident who enjoyed fishing and taking pictures. She also loved spending time with her grandchildren as well as her dog, Buffy. Preceded in death by her husband, Carl W. Smith, she will be sadly missed by her...
Dorothy M. (Newman) Leiter
Sep 2, 2015
Dorothy M. Leiter, 99, passed away September 2, 2015. She was born on July 12, 1916 and lived her entire life in Akron, Ohio. Preceded in death by her parents Frank and Grace (Kline) Newman; and husband, Raymond. Dorothy is survived by her son, Timothy Leiter; and friends, William and Shundria Johnson. A graveside service will be held on Friday,...
Daniel M. Wakeling
Sep 1, 2015
Daniel M. Wakeling, 64, passed away September 1, 2015 after a brief battle with cancer. He was born in Toronto, Canada, moved to Richfield in 1967 and became a US citizen in March of 1975. Mr. Wakeling enjoyed playing hockey growing up in Canada and was a 1970 graduate of Revere High School, where he excelled in baseball (he holds...
Shirley K. (Shipp) Packy
Aug 31, 2015
Shirley K. Packy, 80, passed away August 31, 2015. Born in Akron to the late Roy and Lula (Conn) Shipp, she worked for Summa Health Systems for 27 years. Preceded in death by her husband, Bill Packy; she is survived by her daughter, Sharon (Don) Loren; son, Bill Packy; and grandchildren, Jennifer, Josh, Jeffrey, and Amber. As per Shirley’s wishes,...
Richard "Rick" Lee Hanley
Aug 30, 2015
Richard L. Hanley, 52, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, August 30, 2015. He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Ruth; brother, Robert; and infant brother, Denny. Richard is survived by his children, Richard L. Jr., Christine (James) Hardy, and Daniel (Ashley); siblings, Thomas (Mary), Susan (Michael) Tsavaris, and Gary (Margie); and grandchildren, Keira, Sophia, Isabela, and William. He...
Florence May (Johns) Poling
Aug 22, 2015
Florence M. Poling, 71, passed away August 22, 2015. Born in Akron to Elmer and Mary Elizabeth (Wilhelm) Johns, she was a lifelong area resident and enjoyed bingo, crossword puzzles and watching the Sci-Fi Channel. Florence was preceded in death by her husband, Harold; son, Lee; and siblings, Joseph, John, Harry, Barbara and Betty. She will be sadly missed her...
Edward Allen Eiseman
Aug 8, 2015
Edward A. Eiseman, 70, of Ravenna, passed away August 8, 2015. Born in Akron to the late John Harmon and Emma Hannah (Jones) Eiseman, he was a 1962 graduate of Kent State University High School. He was also an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints of Rootstown and was grateful for the love and...
Ruth M. (Garske) Stalder
Aug 8, 2015
Ruth M. Stalder, 91, passed away August 8, 2015. She was born in Akron to the late Walter and Florence (Troyer) Garske, was a Garfield High School graduate and lived most of her life in Cuyahoga Falls. Ruth was a member of Tallmadge Lutheran Church and was a former long-time member of Concordia Lutheran, where she served as church secretary...
Theresa M. (Piscioneri) Myers
Aug 6, 2015
Theresa M. Myers, 62, went home to be with the Lord on August 6, 2015 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Akron to the late Nicola and Ida (Russo) Piscioneri and worked at Good Will Industries. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved Stanley, and Odis. She leaves to cherish...
Joseph Mcintyre
Aug 4, 2015
Joseph “Big Joe” McIntyre, 76, passed away August 4, 2015. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Emma (Sommers); wife, Glenna "Tudie"; and sister, Violet. He is survived by his brothers and sisters, Helen, Willy, Lester, Johnny, Mike, Harriet, and Bertha; Buddy and Boomer, who he took care of; daughter, Tracy; and many nieces and nephews. A...
Carl E. "Ed" Hale
Aug 4, 2015
Carl E. “Ed” Hale, 67, passed away August 4, 2015. Born in Galion, OH, he was a lifelong Akron resident and was a former member of Emmanuel Church of Christ. Ed graduated from East High School and the University of Akron, and also earned a Masters Degree. He retired from John R. Buchtel High School with over 30 years as...
Thomas "Eddie" York Jr.
Jul 30, 2015
Thomas “Eddie” York Jr., 58, passed away July 30, 2015. He was born in Akron to the late Thomas Sr. and June (Snell), was a 1976 graduate of Ellet High School, and lived the last 20 years in Suffield. Eddie and his father were the owners of York Builders for 20 years and he was currently working at Synchrony Financial....
Dorothy J. (Scott) Gibson
Jul 23, 2015
Dorothy J. Gibson, 82, passed away July 23, 2015. Born in Akron, she grew up in Green, graduating from Green High School, and retired from Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. with over 30 years of service. Dorothy was a longtime member of Wedgewood United Methodist Church and will be remembered for her easy-going, cheerful and independent demeanor. Preceded in death...
