All Obituaries

Ellen A. Campbell (Lytle), 82, peacefully passed away on July 5, 2019, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born and raised in Copley, Ohio and lived her entire life in the Portage Lakes and Akron areas. Many enjoyable winters were spent in Cape Coral, Florida. Mom graduated from Copley High School in 1954 and attended Miami University and the University of Akron wherefrom she graduated in 1966 with a BS degree in Education.  She was a member of the Sigma Kappa sorority and...

Mary I. Petley, 92, of Akron passed away July 12, 2019 after a battle of age-related illness. She was preceded in death by many family and friends she loved.   Mom was a very brave woman. She was a strong person who didn't give up easily. She fought until her last painful breath.   We, her surviving children, Cynthia Murphy, Sally (Tom) Dye and Harley Christopher will honor her wishes and lay her to rest privately. May her memory be honored by her grandchildren doing a...

On July 2, 2019 at the age of 56, Richard or Rick as he was affectionately known passed away in his home surrounded by loved ones after a courageous battle with an aggressive cancer. Rick was born to Butch and Fran (Knight) Davis in Akron, Ohio. He received his masters in Fine Arts at Ashland University. He was in the buy and sell trade and an avid collector of Antiques. Rick was known for his great sense of humor and contagious laughter amongst friends. Preceded in death by his parents;...

Don A. Seeker, 77, went home to be with the Lord, July 4, 2019. Don lived in the Akron/Barberton area most of his life. He retired from B&W with over 30 yrs'service.   He is currently Master, and was a past master of the Mt. Akra Lodge #680, he was a past Soverign Prince A.A.S.R., Valley of Akron where he was awarded the Meritorious Service Award. He also belonged to all York Rite Bodies, Tadmor Shrine and The Knight Masons of Ireland.   He is survived by his...

Isaiah K. Watts, 18, of Lodi, passed away in his home on June 29th, 2019, due to heart complications. He was born July 13, 2000 in Wooster OH, son to Damon Watts and Khamphong Senevoravong. He was a graduate of Cloverleaf High School. In his past time he enjoyed playing basketball, listening to music and spending time with his family. Though shy in public, he was quite the comedian at home. His infectious laugh will forever be missed. Isaiah is survived by his parents Damon Watts and...

John H. Woodbury, 58, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, June 8, 2019. He was a stay at home dad and coached Coventry Baseball and Wrestling.   John is survived by his wife, Tammy (Strebler-Coup); sons, Nolan and Justin and mother, Mary Alice.   A memorial service will be held 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 29, 2019 at Firestone Park Presbyterian Church, 275 S. Firestone Blvd Akron, Ohio 44301 with Rev. Frances Fischer and Deacon John Amedeo officiating. Friends may call one...

Born on July 14,1942 'Becky' loving mother, wife and friend to many left this earth Saturday, June 22, 2019. Preceded in death by father and mother, George and Vivian Lyons; half-brother; Charles and half-sister Charlotte Cox. She is survived by husband and best friend Harold, son Steven Neid (April), daughter Susan Moats (Edward), grandchildren Max and Maddie Moats, sister Gretchen (Tom) Fisher, nephews Ron and Joseph Fisher and other nieces and nephews. A long-time member of...

Geraldine Board, 79, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, June 20, 2019. A life resident of the area she was born April 22, 1940, to the late Fred and Marietta Wise.   She was a member of the Orioles Club and a prep cook for many years at Art’s Place. Preceded in death by her husband, Howard Board; she leaves to cherish her memory, daughter, Georgiann; son, George; grandson, William and five siblings (2 deceased).   Friends may call from 3-5 p.m. Sunday, June...

Michael V. Gibson "Nutty" suddenly made his journey to meet the Lord at the young age of 34. He lived most of his life in Kenmore. He loved fishing and watching movies with his daughter. He was always doing something "Nutty" to make everyone laugh. Michael will be deeply missed by his family and friends. Preceded in death by his grandfather, James Gibson; father, Mike (Mayor of Kenmore) Perenkovich and his cousin, Steven Haenftling (Fat Steve); he leaves to cherish his...

Richard R. Shoemaker was called home June 13, 2019. He was born June 20, 1929, in Thomas, WV and was the youngest of sixteen children, to Alonzo and Florence (Colburn) Shoemaker.   He retired after 36 years with Ohio Bell as an inside repair tech. He was a member of Park United Methodist Church for 46 years and a veteran of the United States Air Force where he served during the Korean conflict.   Preceded in death by his parents and siblings; he leaves to cherish his...