Obituaries

Claudia C Carr

Claudia C Carr

Dec 31, 2020

Claudia C. Carr, 62, passed away peacefully in the early morning of December 31st, 2020. Claudia was born June 4th, 1958 to the late John & Sarah Stefanov in Akron, Ohio.

She is preceded in death by her ex-husband, Michael and sister, Maia Briggs. Her legacy is survived by her two sons, Michael and Matthew Carr; grandchildren,...

Darlene J (Baker)  Smith

Darlene J (Baker) Smith

Dec 29, 2020

Heaven gained a beautiful soul on December 29, 2020 when Darlene J. (Baker) Smith, 57, of Akron passed away unexpectedly and joined her two sons and granddaughter in their forever home. Darlene was a unique person with a quick wit and a hilarious sense of humor. She loved talking to people and was always willing to lend a hand. She...

Christopher D Korsten

Christopher D Korsten

Dec 26, 2020

Christopher D. Korsten, 67, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, December 26, 2020. He was born July 4, 1953 in Wayne, Michigan to the late John and Marjorie (nee Wernig) Korsten. Private services will be held and burial will take place at Lakewood cemetery.

John P Haines

John P Haines

Dec 26, 2020

John P. "Jack" Haines passed away suddenly on Saturday, December 26, 2020. He was born May 21, 1959 to the late Alfred and Gladys Haines in Sharon, PA.

Miss me, but let me go. When I come to the end of the road has set for me I wont know rites in a gloom filled room, why...

William I Murphy

William I Murphy

Dec 19, 2020

William 'Bill" Irish Murphy, 63, of Akron went to be with our Lord the night of Saturday, December 19, 2020. William was a veteran of the United States Marine's, a lifelong union electrician and an amazing father and brother.

He would give the shirt off his back to anyone in need. Billy will be dearly missed by...

Esther Jane Sine

Esther Jane Sine

Dec 15, 2020

Esther Jane Sine went home to be with the Lord December 15, 2020. She was born on October 9, 1924 in Akron to the late Albert and Blanche (nee Taylor) Stover.

She was an active member for over fifty years at Firestone Park United Methodist Church where she was active in the Altar Guide, Trustee and a...

James K O'Connor

James K O'Connor

Dec 7, 2020

James K. O'Connor, 81, of Canton passed away suddenly on December 7, 2020. He was born July 22, 1939 to the late James and Mary (Vath) O'Connor.

He was a member of Mt. Akra Lodge #680 F &A.M., A.A.S.R Valley of Canton, York Right/ Knights Templar, Tadmor Shrine Director Staff and Akron Court #80 ROJ where he...

John L Keener

John L Keener

Dec 6, 2020

John Lee Keener, 82, of Akron, died peacefully, Sunday, December 6, 2020 at Cleveland Clinic-Akron General hospital. He was born July 10th, 1938, in Parcoal, West Virginia to the late Delbert and Ruby (Skidmore) Keener and lived most of his life in the Barberton and Akron area.

He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army.  After...

Irene W (Marshall)  Boggs

Irene W (Marshall) Boggs

Nov 26, 2020

Irene W. Boggs, 96, of Akron joined her beloved husband, Guy and son, Cliff in Heaven on November 26, 2020. She was born on January 20, 1924 to the late John and Janet (nee Hall) Marshall in Kenmore, Ohio and was a life-long resident.

She was a graduate of Kenmore High School and spent...

Nancy K (Roberts)  Brenn

Nancy K (Roberts) Brenn

Nov 21, 2020

Nancy went to be with her Lord and Savior on November 21, 2020. Nancy was born in Chardon, Ohio on August 16, 1939 to Ruth and Glenn Roberts. Nancy lived most of her life in Cuyahoga Falls and Stow.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Gene, Larry and Bob. She is survived by her...

Homer D Watson

Homer D Watson

Nov 16, 2020

Homer D. Watson, 86, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, November 16, 2020. Born on April 9, 1934 in Valley Band, West Virginia to the late Ralph and Beulah (nee Mills) Watson.

He retired from Bowery Management Company after 20 plus years in the maintenance department and was a veteran of the United State...

Roseann Hitchings

Roseann Hitchings

Nov 11, 2020

Roseann Hitchings (71) passed away in her home on Wednesday, November 11, 2020 at 6:17a.m. Roseann was born in Washington, PA on December 12, 1948.

Roseann is preceded in death by her husband, Richard L. Hitchings, and her mother, Juanita M. Bice. Roseann's memory will live on through her daughters, Leda M. Wolfe and Adel L. Wilks;...

Richard "Richie" S Cunningham

Richard "Richie" S Cunningham

Nov 7, 2020

Richie Cunningham, 56, departed this earth Saturday, November 7, 2020. His spirit and soul live on. Wherever he is we soon will be. His message was always Jesus Christ and the Word of God. If Richie knew you, you knew he loved you. If we have an assignment, his was to the young. He always counseled in a way...

Gloria M (Bair)  Miller

Gloria M (Bair) Miller

Oct 24, 2020

Gloria May Miller, nee Bair Born July 6, 1926 - October 24, 2020. The last member of the Firestone Park Angels' club, found her wings. Gloria May Miller joined her Lord and Savior. She was His good and faithful servant.

Preceded in death by her husband, Louis. She is survived by children, Jeff (Wendy) Miller, Kari-lyn (Tony)...

Frederick C Dettling

Frederick C Dettling

Oct 20, 2020

Frederick Dettling, age 77, joined his beloved wife, Patricia on October 20, 2020.

Born in Akron, he and his wife lived in Dayton for many years. Fred was retired from Dayco. He received his BA in Business Admin. from The Univ. of Akron.  Fred was a film buff, especially interested in film noir.  He had a dry...

William C Dannemiller

William C Dannemiller

Oct 11, 2020

William Charles Dannemiller passed away at home on October 11, 2020 at the age of 76. He was born October 13, 1943 to the late Margarette and Thomas Dannemiller. He was a member of the U.S. Navy from May 1963 until his honorable discharge on February 20, 1967.

He had lived in Kenmore his entire life. He...

Earl W Pinkerton

Earl W Pinkerton

Oct 5, 2020

Earl William Pinkerton, 88 of Tampa, FL was called home to be with the Lord, October 5, 2020. Earl was born in West Virginia on August 5, 1932. He moved to Akron, Ohio where he married Shirley Angle in 1950.

Earl was a truck driver for most of his life before retiring to care for his wife....

Darrell H Rhoades

Darrell H Rhoades

Oct 3, 2020

Darrell H. Rhoades, 89, passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2020. Born on October 17, 1930, graduating class of 1949 at Kenmore High School. His classmate, Harry Hakenson was always Darrell's best friend since third grade. Near the end of the Korean Conflict, Darrell proudly served his country with four years in the Navy on the Wisconsin battleship. He made...

Edward Dale Clark

Edward Dale Clark

Oct 2, 2020

On Thursday October 1, 2020, Edward "Eddie" Dale Clark, loving father, brother, uncle and friend went home to be with the Lord at the age of 49.

Eddie had a passion for collecting cars. He loved his handyman business, practicing for many years.

Eddie was preceded in death by his father, Dale; mother, Beverly; brother,...

Gm James Herre

Gm James Herre

Sep 24, 2020

G.M. James Herre, 87, of Akron went home to be with the Lord September 24, 2020.

He was born on June 15, 1933 in Geneva, NY to the late Ralph and Eleanor (nee Mitchell) Herre.

He was a veteran of the United States Army. He received a master’s degree in History...