Obituaries

Sep 25, 2015

Earvin Carl Leslie of Akron, 77, passed away on September 25, 2015 at the Akron General Hospice Care Center.

Earvin (Carl) was born in Portsmouth, Ohio, to Beecher and Connie Mae Leslie. He had a sense of adventure, living in various states and performing a wide...

Sep 9, 2015

Patrick P. Shreffler, 69, of Akron left us to go off to a better place on September 9, 2015.

After graduating from St. Vincent's Catholic High school he joined the Air Force & translated five different languages as a Intelligence Interpreter. He retired from NAPA Auto Parts.

He was the most kind hearted person that...

Sep 7, 2015

Lyle Weaver, 67, passed away on September 7, 2015 surrounded by his family and in the warmth of God's love.

His family feels very blessed to have had such a loving and kind husband, father, brother in law,uncle and grandfather.

He will remain in the hearts of those who loved him, his wife, Marianne; daughter...

Aug 28, 2015

Gene W. Smith 76 yrs. of Akron, went home to be with the Lord August 28, 2015.

A life resident of the area, and a veteran of the US Air Force Gene retired from Plumbers and Pipe Fitters Local #219, after 50yrs. service. Gene was Asst. Scoutmaster for Troop 204 for many years and volunteered for many...

Aug 28, 2015

Alfred F. Houpt, 98yrs. of Akron, went home to be with the Lord August 28, 2015.

Born in Mercersburg, Pa he was a resident of Akron where he retired from Firestone Tire and Rubber after 30yrs service and later became a Mixologist for the Mayflower, Youngs and Fairlawn Country Club. He was a member of the Akron...

Aug 23, 2015

JOSEPH P. VOLOVAR KD8 ADM, 64, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord surrounded by his loving family and friends, August 23, 2015.

Joseph was a loving husband, father and grandfather who served in the United States Air Force. He worked for Summit County for 30 years, enjoyed fishing, ham radio, coaching baseball and was...

Aug 17, 2015

David M. Michelli, 55, of Akron went home to be with the Lord August 17, 2015. David was born September 20, 1959 and was a life resident.

David enjoyed cartoons, loved his family and was a member of Pipefitters Union #219.

Preceded in death by his grandparents; father, David Michelli and beloved wife, Linda Michelli,...

Aug 15, 2015

Evelyn Thornton, 96, passed away restfully Saturday at St. Lukes Lutheran Community Center. Evelyn was born in Texas, and moved with her family to Akron when she was two.

She married her high school sweetheart, E. H. 'Jim' Thornton and raised two sons.

She retired from ICWU and traveled with her husband. She was preceded...

Aug 14, 2015

Dan passed away on August 14, 2015.

He is survived by his father Scott Kresowaty (Eileen Hill), mother Darlene Donager (Eli) and 3 siblings; Grandmothers Linda Gable and Donna Davis; Many Aunts, Uncles and Cousins.

Dan loved to be with his family and many close friends. He enjoyed many family vacations in Ocean City, MD,...

Aug 8, 2015

Robert D. Baldwin, 79, of Akron passed away Saturday, August 8, 2015 after a long illness. Born February 14, 1936 in Akron, Ohio.

He is survived by his four brothers, Donald Baldwin, Dale Baldwin, Richard Baldwin and Kenneth Baldwin; children, Mark Baldwin, Dawn Johnson, Michael Baldwin and Charles Baldwin.

Cremation has taken place and private...

Aug 8, 2015

HELEN M. NELSON Helen M. Nelson passed away Saturday, August 8, 2015 after a long illness. Born July 27, 1956 in Akron, Ohio.

Survived by her husband of 36 years, Rodney; daughter, Amy of Akron; son, Terry (Sandy) of Barberton; brothers, Cliff (Pat) of Akron, Clem (Kelly) of Springfield; sisters, Pat (Bill) of West Virginia and Pam...

Aug 7, 2015

Florence E Guilliams (Baker) born September 2, 1922 in Virginia, went home to be with the Lord and her husband August 7, 2015. She peacefully passed away at her son's home surrounded by loving family.

Preceded in death by her husband of 60 years John; son, John (Butch); parents, Irene Brown and Louis Baker; brother Walter Baker;...

Aug 7, 2015

Mary Drope, 92, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord, August 7, 2015. Mary was a life resident of the area.

Preceded in death by her parents, Louis and Mary Varga; daughter, Christine Shearer; siblings, Irma Lynch, Velma Vargo, Louis Vargo and Joey Vargo; she is survived by her loving husband, Darwin; daughter, Denise (Bruce)...

Aug 2, 2015

Harry R. Fyock, 63, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, August 2, 2015. He was a mechanic/operator for the City of Akron, enjoyed riding his motorcycles, working on cars and spending time with his family, especially his grandkids.

Preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Catherine Fyock; beloved wife, Connie; he is survived...

Jul 28, 2015

Janet F. Bower, 71, went home to be with Our Lord, July 28, 2015 after a 10 year courageous battle with cancer. Janet retired from St. Luke's nursing home in 2004.

Janet will be missed by all who knew her. She was a kind, loving compassionate soul who gave so much of her love, time and talents...

Jul 27, 2015

James L. Nicewonger, 66, of New Franklin went home to be with the Lord, July 27, 2015. He was a member of Coventry-Akron #83 F&AM.

Preceded in death by his parents, James and Olive Nicewonger; he is survived by his loving wife, Linda; daughter, Jaimee (Jonathon) Barbee; grandchildren, James, JoAnna and Jeremiah Barbee; sister, Barbara Martin of...

Jul 11, 2015

Pauline J. Morgan, 91, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, July 11, 2015. Born March 29, 1924 in Tennessee and a life resident of Barberton. She was an avid reader, loved collecting knick-knacks and loved her family and spending time with them.

Preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Jenny Williams; sons, John...

Jul 11, 2015

Rita A. Dobson, 72, of Akron passed away July 11, 2015. Rita was a life resident of the Akron area. She was a wonderful mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. She will be missed by all.

Preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Mildred (Young) Wigington; son-in-law, Bob Carr; she is survived by her...

Jul 6, 2015

Kenneth T. Kurtz, 70, of Akron passed away July 6, 2015.

Preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Kurtz Sr.; survived by aunt, Paulina Kurtz; sisters, Linda Smyers and Sharon Valiante; nephew, Charles Smyers; nieces, Theresa Valiante and Prestian Burroughs; long time friend, Gerald Baltzer.

Private family services will be held July 19, 2015. For...

Jul 3, 2015

Lee Coffield, passed away July, 3, 2015. He leaves behind his wife, Sue Coffield; his son, William Sebestinas and two granddaughters, Samantha and Kaitlyn; sister, Cindy Mcleod.

Funeral services will be held 12:30 p.m. Saturday, July 11, 2015 at the Akron Baptist Temple, 2324 Manchester Rd, Akron, OH 44314.