Hugh Boyd
May 23, 2013
Hugh Boyd, 94, was reunited with his wife in heaven on May 23, 2013. He was born in Akron to the late Thomas and Maggie (Boyle), was a Buchtel High School graduate and earned a Physics degree from the University of Akron. Hugh was a Navy veteran of World War II and retired from Goodyear Aerospace with 47 years of...
Delores Colean (Hodges) Fout
May 9, 2013
Delores Colean Fout, 83, passed away May 9, 2013. She was born in Akron to the late Lemeul and Ruth (Bartlett) Hodges, was a graduate of East High School and retired from Dominion East Ohio. She had been an avid golfer, loved playing computer games and was an extremely giving and caring person. She always made the holidays special and...
Mary Beth (Estadt) Dobo
Apr 30, 2013
Mary Beth Dobo, 68, went home to the Lord on April 30, 2013. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Joseph Dobo; her son, David; her beloved dog, Toby; as well as many family and friends who will miss her very much. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mary and Bernard Estadt and her brother, Dick....
Edward R. Heitzenrater
Apr 26, 2013
Edward R. Heitzenrater, 61, passed away April 26, 2013. He was born in Akron to the late Walter and Pauline (Gorham), was a graduate of Garfield High School and worked for 18 years at Samuel Steel Pickling Company. He also loved camping, motorcycles, fishing and hunting. Ed is survived by his wife of 42 years, Cathrine; his precious daughter, Shelby;...
Sara M. (Workman) Archer
Apr 22, 2013
Sara was born in Grafton, West Virginia on June 28, 1925 and lived most of her life in the Akron area. Sara was a "Rosie Riveter" in the shipyards during World War II, worked in the nursing field, as a child caregiver, and continued to work in fast food until she was 82 years old. She was a proud member...
Paul R. "Pete" Merritt
Apr 20, 2013
Paul R. “Pete” Merritt, 98, passed away in a peaceful sleep on April 20, 2013. He was a fantastic gardener, avid sportsman, and a superb storyteller. He was a member of the AFLCIO Truckers union and an active participant in the Wingfoot Hunt Club. He married Twyla Lois Beal in 1940 and was married for 62 years until Twyla passed...
Geneva (Barbour) Johnson
Apr 14, 2013
Geneva Johnson, 94, passed away April 14, 2013. Born in Clymer, PA to the late Wendell H. and Nellie Mae (Motter) Barbour, she graduated from Commodore High School (Commodore, PA) and lived most of her life in the Akron area. She was very active at Akron First Assembly of God where she was a Sunday School teacher and member of...
Louise (Payton) Root
Apr 13, 2013
Louise Root, 95, passed away April 13, 2013 at St. Mary Alzheimer’s Center. Born in East Liverpool OH, to the late James and Margaret (Broadbent) Payton, she lived most of her life in the Akron area. She worked at Acme #8 in Fairlawn as the head cashier for many years. Louise was preceded in death by her husband of 49...
Elizabeth (Hildebrandt) Mishler
Mar 31, 2013
Elizabeth (Hildebrandt) Mishler, 94, passed away peacefully on Easter morning, March 31, 2013. She was born in Akron to the late John and Anna Marie (Knoch) Hildebrandt and lived in the area her entire life. She graduated from Garfield High School and Hammel Actual Business College, and retired from Carter Industries as a bookkeeper. Betty was also very involved in...
Robert S. Riggs
Mar 25, 2013
Robert S. Riggs, 43, passed away March 25, 2013. He was born in Akron on April 1, 1969 and was an Ellet High School graduate. Robert was a skilled mechanic who enjoyed working on cars and also loved the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. He is survived by his parents, Robert and Dinah; sister, Staci (Rick) Stout; nephews, Shane, Brandon,...
Dorothy (Haas) Thompson
Mar 21, 2013
Dorothy Thompson, 85, went home to be with the Lord, her husband Bearle W. and infant son, Kenneth William on March 21, 2013. She was born in Akron on March 15, 1928 to the late Conrad and Mary (Wegman) Haas Sr., and retired from O’Neil’s bridal salon after 27 years. Dorothy was also preceded in death by her brothers, Conrad...
Margo (Hayman) Laribee
Mar 18, 2013
Margo Hayman Laribee, 58, passed away March 18, 2013. She was born in Akron to the late Lester and Margaret (Fowler) Hayman and was a graduate of Manchester High School. Growing up, Margo loved dancing, specializing in tap at the Gene Shepherd School of Dance. She also loved animals, especially her 3 cats, and developed many close friendships at the...
James F. Buchanan
Mar 15, 2013
James F. Buchanan, 64, passed away March 15, 2013. He was born in Akron to the late Hollis and Violet (Hillyer), was a Marine Corps veteran of the Vietnam War and retired from the Plain Dealer. James was also very active in the community. He was a member of the Wayfarer Masonic Lodge # 789 and the Life Spring Christian...
Rose B. Curtis
Mar 11, 2013
Rose B. Curtis, 93, passed away March 11, 2013. Born March 3, 1920, in Akron, she was raised in Copley and was an East High School graduate. She worked as a "Rosie the Riveter" during World War II and became a proud military wife, living in many different places. Rose was also a dedicated volunteer at Akron City Hospital for...
James K. Speece
Mar 2, 2013
James K. Speece, 88, of Wooster, passed away following a short period of declining health on Saturday, March 2, 2013 at his home surrounded by his family. Jim was born in Paden City, West Virginia July 16, 1924 to the late Hugh and Nettie (Carnell) Speece. He lived most of his life in Cuyahoga Falls and the last 13 years...
Lawrence "Larry" R. Carney
Feb 24, 2013
Lawrence “Larry” R. Carney, 78, passed away February 24, 2013. He was born in Akron to the late Lawrence P. and Alice (Russell) and was a lifelong resident. He formerly worked in production at San Hygiene Company and was a member of Visitation of Mary Catholic Church. Larry is survived by his sister, Marlene (Clifford) Gainer and several nieces and...
Richard "Dick" L Catt
Feb 23, 2013
Richard “Dick” L. Catt, born January 16, 1935, passed away at home with his family February 23, 2013. Dick was very special. He was a skilled craftsman and true artist with his hands; his love of the ability to create drove him to turn every project into a masterpiece. Custom car painting, cabinet making, building model trains, or simply remodeling...
Michael E. Houston
Feb 17, 2013
Michael E. Houston, 61, passed away February 17, 2013. He was born in Akron to the late Bruce W. and Ruth M. (Rouch) and was a North High School graduate. Mr. Houston served his country in the US Army and enjoyed a career in the trucking industry. He was a member of the former Christ the King Church and his...
George "Ron" Lamb Jr.
Feb 14, 2013
George “Ron” Ronald Lamb Jr., 89, passed away peacefully February 14, 2013 following a long illness. Born April 10, 1923 in Akron, where he was a lifelong resident, he graduated from Garfield High School in June 1941. With his parents’ consent, he joined the Navy, proudly serving on the USS Cleveland in the South Pacific during World War II. While...
Charlotte "Jackie" (Philpott) Wallis
Feb 14, 2013
Charlotte J. “Jackie” Wallis, 86, passed away February 14, 2013. She was born in Fort Gay, WV to the late Tony and Lena (Harwood) Philpott and lived in Akron since the age of 2. She graduated from Hammel Business College, enjoyed her career as a secretary and also loved bowling. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death...
