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...
"Ed" Henry E. Daniel
Feb 13, 2013
Henry E. “Ed” Daniel, 80, passed away February 13, 2013. He was born in Akron to the late Henry I. and Emma (Franklin) and was a lifelong resident. Mr. Daniel was a US Air Force veteran of the Korean War and was a graduate of the University of Akron. He retired from the M. O’Neil Company in 1983 and was...
Leo W. Holcombe, Jr.
Feb 8, 2013
Leo W. Holcombe Jr., 67, passed away peacefully at his home on February 8, 2013 with his family by his side. He was born in Akron to the late Leo Sr. and Martha (Popa) and was an Army veteran of the Vietnam War. Preceded in death by his 2nd wife Jane and sister Lovie, he is survived by his children,...
Betty Jane (Cook) Matay
Jan 25, 2013
Betty Jane Matay, 88, passed away January 25, 2013. She was born in Cleveland, OH to the late Edwin and Wanda (Barnes) Cook and lived in Cleveland, California and Akron. Betty graduated from West High School in Cleveland and was a bookkeeper for many years with the Operating Engineers Union. In the “Big Band” era, she was an accomplished Jazz...
Donald R. Carpenter
Jan 15, 2013
Donald R. Carpenter, the love of my life, passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 15, 2013 at the age of 57. He was born in Akron to the late Richard and Mary (Harris), was a graduate of Garfield High School and owned the Park Place Pub. Preceded in death by his brother, George, he is survived by his...
Jenny L. Barlow
Jan 10, 2013
Elaine M. Csora, 52, and Jenny Barlow, 28, passed unexpectedly together at home on Thursday, January 10, 2013. Elaine’s beloved dog, Bella was by her side. Both Elaine and Jenny were born and raised in Akron, Ohio. Elaine worked at the U.S. Post Office for 18 years in mail processing. Jennifer was a manager at the Genie Maid Company. Both...
Elaine M. Csora
Jan 10, 2013
Elaine M. Csora, 52, and Jenny Barlow, 28, passed unexpectedly together at home on Thursday, January 10, 2013. Elaine’s beloved dog, Bella was by her side. Both Elaine and Jenny were born and raised in Akron, Ohio. Elaine worked at the U.S. Post Office for 18 years in mail processing. Jennifer was a manager at the Genie Maid Company. Both...
Gladys G. (Hall) Pope
Jan 9, 2013
Gladys G. Pope, 80, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on January 9, 2013. She was born in Akron to the late Raymond and Clara (Fair) Hall and was a lifelong resident. Gladys worked as a hairdresser after high school and was a long-time member of The Chapel. She loved to crochet and make clothes for her...
Anna Rebecca Karam
Jan 6, 2013
Anna Rebecca Karam, 16, passed away January 6, 2013. Preceded in death by her grandfather, Frank “Doug” Hilton Sr., she is survived by her mother, Patty (William Smith); father, Michael; brothers, Tyler and Michael; grandma, Barb Hilton; aunt Angie, uncle Chipper and cousin Skylah; and other loving relatives and friends. Calling hours will be held on Thursday, January 10, 2013,...
Mary A. (Petrlich) Sehika
Jan 6, 2013
Mary A. Sehika was born April 16, 1925 in Akron, the daughter of the late Peter and Katherine (Rabb) Petrlich and passed away January 6, 2013. She was also preceded in death by her loving husband of 59 years, Pete and her son, Charles. Mary is survived by her daughters, Patricia (David) Youtz and Lynn Sehika; beloved grandchildren, Jennifer (Scott)...
Lloyd G. Elefritz
Jan 5, 2013
Lloyd G. Elefritz, 82, passed away January 5, 2013. He was born in Richwood, WV to the late Frank and Nancy (Fuller) and was an Akron resident since 1962. Lloyd was a Korean War hero, earning two Purple Hearts, and he retired from General Motors with 23 years of service. He was a life member of the Purple Heart Association...
