Virginia R. Hanna
Oct 11, 2012
Virginia R. Hanna, 87, passed away October 11, 2012. She was born in Akron to the late Gerald and Jennie Hanna and was a Garfield High School Graduate. She lived much of her adult life in New Jersey and upstate New York, where she was a restauranteur. She was also crowned Mrs. New Jersey and competed in the Mrs. America...
William George Edwards
Oct 6, 2012
Baby William George Edwards passed away in the loving arms of his parents, George Michael and Jacqueline Marie (Johnson) Edwards, on October 6, 2012. Although he lived just 8 days, he was dearly loved and will be sadly missed by all. A private graveside service was held at Mount Peace Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be...
Nancy L. (Long) Selle
Oct 6, 2012
Nancy L. Selle, 79, died peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on October 6, 2012 after a courageous fight with cancer. She was born on February 28, 1933 in Charleston, WV to the late Gilbert and Gladys (Tyo) Long and lived in Akron for over 60 years. Nancy was a Garfield High School graduate and attended the University...
Jeanne M. (Case) Huber
Oct 6, 2012
Jeanne Marie Huber, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on October 6, 2012 at the age of 83 from complications of ALS. She lived with her illness the same as she lived her life, with grace, dignity, and a smile on her face. She was born May 19, 1929, the daughter of Oscar and Gladys (Huston) Case, and was raised in...
James L Smith
Sep 27, 2012
James L. “Smitty” Smith, 79, passed away September 27, 2012. He was born in Akron to the late John and Elizabeth (Mazak) and was an Army veteran of the Korean War. He retired from Goodyear with 44 years of service and lived the last 20 years in Carrolton, where he was an avid bird watcher. In addition to his parents,...
Floyd S. Ragner
Sep 27, 2012
Floyd S. Ragner, 84, passed away September 27, 2012. He was born in Portland, OR to the late Emil and Edith (Wicklund) and lived there most of his life. Mr. Ragner was a decorated war hero, serving with the Merchant Marines in World War II and in the Army during the Korean War, receiving both the Bronze Star and Purple...
Donald E. Ebie
Sep 26, 2012
Donald E. Ebie, 72, was welcomed into the loving arms of Jesus on September 26, 2012. He was born in Springfield Township to the late Clarence and Sarah (Huff) and was a lifelong area resident. He was the founder of Act Now, Inc. and was a long-time, active member of Celebration Church (formerly Evangel Temple). He was currently a member...
Robert Jack Mccullough
Sep 25, 2012
Robert Jack McCullough “Mac”, 83, passed away September 25, 2012. He was born June 29, 1929 in Washington, PA to the late Orville and Alta (Tobin) McCullough. He was a 1947 graduate of Washington High School and met the love of his life, Marjorie (Hunt), in 1948. They married December 25, 1950, before he left to serve his country in...
Judith I (Castello) Mccune
Sep 21, 2012
Judith I. McCune, 69, passed away September 21, 2012, and was reunited with her husband in Heaven. She was born in Akron, to the late Benjamin and Lucille (Ress), and was a lifelong resident. Mrs. McCune cherished the over 40 years that she was the music director and organist at Wedgewood Methodist Church, and was very active with many committees...
Theodore Kopcha
Sep 19, 2012
Theodore “Ted” Kopcha, 94, passed away Wednesday, September 19, 2012, one month shy of his 95th birthday. Ted was born October 19, 1917 to Steve and Mary (Perio) Kopcha and lived his entire life in East Akron. He was a graduate of East High School and was a proud U.S. Army Veteran. Ted was a kind and compassionate man who...
William C Chambers, Jr.
Sep 12, 2012
William C. Chambers Jr., 54 passed away on September 12, 2012. Born in Akron, Ohio, to the late William C. Chambers Sr. and Shirley (Dooley) he lived most of his life in the Akron area. Bill served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Korea. He worked in transportation as well as communications as a telephone installer. Bill is...
William R. Shives
Sep 5, 2012
William R. Shives, 95, passed away September 5, 2012. He was born in Hancock, Maryland to the late John and Florence (Dawson) and lived most of his life in Akron and Cuyahoga Falls. He was a US Army Glider Infantry Sergeant in the 17th Airborne Division during World War II, fighting in the Battle of the Bulge. In thanks for...
Delta M. (Baker) Gorham
Aug 20, 2012
Delta M. Gorham, 86, passed away August 20, 2012. She was born in Morrow County, OH to the late Myrl and Lottie (Batchelder) Baker and was an Akron-area resident for most of her life. She worked for the M. O’Neil Company and was a long-time member of Wedgewood United Methodist Church. Delta was also active in the community as a...
Rosemary (Daugherty) Hill
Aug 20, 2012
Rosemary (Monroe) Hill (nee Daugherty), 89, passed away peacefully on Aug. 20, 2012. Rosemary was born on April 20, 1923, in Hartford, CT and lived most of her life in Akron. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and loved to travel and spend time with family and friends. She began her career as a telephone operator for...
Mark W. Campbell
Aug 15, 2012
Mark W. Campbell, 50, passed away suddenly August 15, 2012. He was born in Akron and was one of Ohio’s finest Iron Workers out of Local # 17. He built the Batmobile at Geauga Lake and worked on the Society Building with his brother, Rocky. Mark was a thrill seeker and motor-head and he lived each day for the moment....
Elaine G (Gustaevel) Neal
Aug 15, 2012
Elaine G. Neal, 78, went peacefully to be with her Lord and Savior on August 15, 2012. Elaine was a faithful Christian and a loving example to her family, church and friends. She was born in Akron on February 21, 1934 to Clarence and Mary (Formento) Gustaevel and lived in Mogadore for nearly 50 years. Graduating with honors from the...
Joseph M. Michaelson
Aug 7, 2012
Joseph M. Michaelson Jr., 76, passed away August 7, 2012. He was born in Youngwood, PA. to the late Joseph Sr. and Stella (Dumbauld) Michaelson, and lived in Akron and Florida since 2001. Mr. Michaelson retired from Westinghouse with 36 years service as an engineer; he was also an avid golfer playing in leagues at Barberton Brookside Country Club and...
John G. Gregory Jr.
Aug 2, 2012
John G. Gregory Jr., 85, passed away August 2, 2012. He was born in New Castle, PA to the late John Sr. and Sarah (Jennings), lived in Sharon, PA for 60 years and in Akron for the last 25 years. John was a World War II veteran of the US Army and retired from Westinghouse with over 40 years of...
Ronald W Corbin
Jul 31, 2012
Ronald W. Corbin, 70, passed away July 31, 2012. He was born in Akron to the late Merle and Lucy (Warder) and was a veteran of the US Army. He earned a bachelors degree from the University of Akron and was a music teacher for a number of years in Springfield and Tallmadge. Ron was also the organist and choir...
Beulah Mae (Litton) Hess
Jul 26, 2012
Beulah Mae (Litton) Hess, age 82, of Akron was called to her eternal rest on Thursday, July 26, 2012 and is now in the arms of her Lord and Saviour. At her passing she was surrounded by her family at Barberton Hospital. She was born January 28, 1930 in Lebanon, Virginia. She is preceded in death by her husband O....
