All Obituaries

Michael E. Koon, 65 of Canal Fulton, lost his fight to a brain neoplasm with his family by his side on September 9, 2018. He is survived by his sisters, Sharon K. Lindeman and Melissa (James) Varrecchia; nieces and nephews, Sarah, Craig, Kayanna and Bobby; great nieces and nephews, Shawn, Cody and Rebecca and good friend Dave. Memorial services will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, September 16, 2018 at the Schlup Pucak Funeral Home, 788 Kenmore Blvd, Akron. Friends may call one hour prior to...

Our beloved Joseph slipped from his earthly bonds and transcended to sit at the feet of God  on 6 September 2018. Though limited in his abilities while he graced our lives, he is now forever free to walk and talk with all his loved ones that preceded him in death. Joe’s favorite things were to make us smile, laugh, love and think.  He taught us to face our inabilities head on with dignity. Joe was preceded in death by his Grandparents George and Nellie Weidlich,...

In loving memory of Joann Cutright, 71, of Massillon.   She is now joined together in death with her loving significant other, David Astle. She is survived by brother, Russell; children, Sue (Morty), Connie (Chris), Rick (Barb) and Ann (Mark); numerous grandchildren.   Graveside services will be held 1 p.m. Tuesday, September 11, 2018 at Lakewood Cemetery, 1080 W. Waterloo Rd, Akron, Ohio 44314.

Clifford Edward  “Ed” Hodge passed away on August 20, 2018, at the age of 84. Ed was born in Arlington,  Massachusetts, on July 3, 1934. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Mary, whom he adored; his two daughters, Karen and Kristine; and many nieces and nephews. Ed also loved his precious dog, Riley. He will be missed by all who knew him, as he was a true gentleman.   He is preceded in his death by his Father, Clifford, and Mother, Agnes;...

Jeffrey F. Hughey, 58, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord, August 13, 2018. He was born in Barberton, Ohio on November 18, 1959 to the late Pirl and Virginia Hughey.   He was a computer tech for Bay Point Technology.   He is survived by his brother, Ronald D.; sister, Dianna L. Smith; niece, Autumn L. Smith and nephew, Hugh A. Smith   A memorial service will be held 12 noon Saturday, August 18, 2018 at The Kenmore Community Nazarene Church, 2025 12th St SW...

Michael Ray Leidecker born Aug 23, 1956 passed unexpectedly Aug 8, 2018.    He is survived by his three biological children; Heather Michele Jackson, Erin Michelle Leidecker and Eric Michael Leidecker and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.      The man his children knew was not a loving father. He was physically and mentally abusive to all three children until he decided to abandon them at various stages of their lives to be abused by others....

Helen B. Brickley, 91, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord, July 24, 2018. Born August 7, 1926 in Akron, Ohio to the late Roy and Mary Wiley. She was a life resident of the area.   Helen spent 23 years at JC Penny in sales and was a former member of the Akron Baptist Temple. She was an amazing mother, grandmother, great grandmother, a devoted Christian and a gift to us all.   Preceded in death by her parents; beloved husband whom she was married to for 43 years...

Charles R. Pell "Charlie" passed away July 16, 2018 after a short battle with cancer.    He was preceded in death by his father; Charles Sr.; sister, Robin and grandparents; he leaves to cherish his memory, mother, Barbara Maynard; brother, Michael Pell; aunt, Nancy Dotson and several nieces and nephews.   A memorial service will be held 6 p.m. Sunday, July 22, 2018 at the Schlup Pucak Funeral Home, 788 Kenmore Blvd Akron with Pastor Tim Poole officiating....

Judith "Judi" L. Gonder, 73, went home to be with the Lord, July 7, 2018. She was born February 18, 1945 in Akron, Ohio to the late Dr. Frank and Marjorie Gonder.   She was an insurance agent, account manager and assistant Vice President for Marsh and McLennan for 34 years. She was a member of Firestone Park United Methodist Church where she was choir director and director of handbells. She enjoyed mission projects, genealogy, music, reading, live theatre, taking bus...

Penny L. Pierce (Nichols), 65, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, July 6, 2018. Born on February 8, 1953 to  the late Raymond and Jean Nichols. Penny was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother.   Preceded in death by her parents, brother, Allen Nichiols; she leaves behind to cherish her memory her husband of 25 years, Dean Probst; children, Mike (Susan) Sharier, Ronnie (Cathy) Pierce, Renee (Jeff) Michaels and Charity (Donnie) Howe; step-son, Fred...