Obituaries

Aug 3, 2020

Leonard “Lenny” Nipper, 56, of Akron passed away on Monday, August 3, 2020. He was born on June 19, 1964. He was preceded in death by his partner, Christine Evans and parents, Warren and Janet Nipper. He is survived by his daughter Danielle (Matthew) Biss; son, Connor; sister, Crystal (Bob) Huber and nieces and nephews. Those who wish to gather...

Jul 31, 2020

Mary A. Ereth, 98, of Akron went home to be with the Lord July 31, 2020. A life resident of the area she was born on October 13, 1921 to the late William And Mary (Nee James) Davies. She was a member of Firestone Park Presbyterian Church where she served as a Deacon. She volunteered at Akron City Hospital...

Jul 28, 2020

Ida M. Sigmon, 77, of Akron went home to be with the Lord July 28, 2020. She was born December 4, 1942 in Lynch, Kentucky to the late Theodore and Virginia (nee McKeize) Proffitt. She spent six years as a housekeeper at Akron General Medical Center.

Preceded in death by her parents; three sisters and two brothers....

Jul 26, 2020

Ruth Larimer, 54, joined her best friend and mother, Pattie LaPointe Weber in heaven on July 26, 2020.

Born in Akron and a graduate of Kenmore High School, Ruth received her Associates Degree from Kent State University.  Ruth embarked in a career of Call Center management for nearly 30 years, developing and empowering the careers of thousands of employees....

Jul 16, 2020

Hanny Asmar Saikaly, 88, went to be with the Lord on July 16, 2020. She was born on February 1, 1932 in Nfaysee, Halba, Akkar, Lebanon. She was a dedicated mother, grandmother, great grandmother and sister and a resident of Akron, Ohio since 1973.

She lived life with gusto and passion and her smile lit up when...

Jul 4, 2020

Eleanor L. Frock, 83, of NORTON went home to be with the Lord July 4, 2020. She was born January 22, 1937 in Dayton, PA to the late Forrest and Pauline (nee Good) Wilson. She was an administrator at Barberton Hospital for many years.

She enjoyed sewing, yard sales, laughing with her boys, walking around Lake Anna,...

Jul 2, 2020

Anita Kay Moore, 80, of BARBERTON went home to be with the Lord July 2, 2020. She was born June 28, 1940 to the late Mal and Oss Page. She retired from AC Transit (Oakland, CA) after 25 years service.

She was a graduate of Kenmore High School class of 1958, a member of the Hibernians, Manchester...

Jun 26, 2020

Daniel "Dan" James Bard, 69, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, June 26, 2020. He was born March 1, 1951 to the late Charles and Edna (nee Guilliams) Bard.

He was a veteran of the United States Army and a member of the V.F.W, American Legion and the Kent Elks. He retired from Chrysler...

Jun 25, 2020

Nora T. Haddix, 96, beloved grandmother and aunt went home to be with the Lord, June 25, 2020. Nora was dedicated to God and her family. She loved to share family history and stories with her grandchildren and friends. Nora was born in Yeager, West Virginia and resided in Akron for over seventy years.

She was a...

Jun 25, 2020

Barbara E. Simon, 74, of COVENTRY TOWNSHIP went home to be with the Lord, June 25, 2020. She was born February 19, 1946 to the late Edward and Elizabeth (Nee Hannan) Dunbar.

She loved gardening, playing golf, animals and dancing with Terry.

Preceded in death by her parents; stepmother, Mamie Dunbar;...

Jun 23, 2020

Patty passed away after a brief illness. She loved playing bingo and scratching off lottery tickets. She was preceded in death by her husband, James and son, David. She is survived by sons, James (Brenda), Wayne and Richard (Paula); daughters, Cheryle (Jimmy), Tammy, Raelynn (Ray), Vickie (Jimmie); sister, Betty. She had nineteen grandchildren; twenty three great grandchildren and ten great ...

Jun 18, 2020

Jeffrey D. Long, 57, of Akron passed away Thursday, June 18, 2020 at his home in the arms of his loving wife, Tina. Jeff was a life long resident of Akron where he was employed by Koch Knight as a maintenance mechanic. He was thrilled to have finally found his dream job there. There he met his two "brothers...

Jun 10, 2020

Virginia Ann Marie (Brenenborg) "Grandma Jean" went home to be with the Lord on June 10, 2020. She was born January 1, 1943 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Virginia was a resident of Akron, Ohio for over 53 years. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Kenmore (Akron), Ohio. She also was a member of their Altar Society, Holy...

Jun 2, 2020

Viola M. Stoll, 95, of BARBERTON went home to be with the Lord June 2, 2020. A life resident of the area, Viola was born August 7,1924 to the late John and Lucy (Poirier) Sykes.

She was an avid card player and book lover. She was a strong, loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother who provided strong...

Jun 1, 2020

Gilbert L. Sisk passed away on June 1st after a short illness. He was the son of Linza and Vivian Sisk, both deceased.

"Gil" graduated from Kenmore High School in 1969 and had lived in the Akron area for most of his life. Fishing was one of his passions as well as his love for family and...

May 25, 2020

Patricia Ann Beane 71, passed away peacefully at Hospice May 25th, 2020 . Patty graduated from Ellet High School in 1966 and later earned her nursing degree at Hocking College. After more than 30 years service she retired from Akron General Medical Center.

She is survived by son, James L. Beane and grandson, James Beane both of...

May 25, 2020

Marie M. Abernethy, 95, of BARBERTON went home to be with the Lord, May 25, 2020. She was born May 30, 1924 in Smokerun, PA to the late Metro and Mary Macker. She retired from Steere Enterprises as a line worker for injection molds after many years of service.

She enjoyed bowling, golfing, card playing, bingo and...

May 24, 2020

Charles R. “Bob” George, age 90, passed away at home on May 24,2020. He was born in Akron on July 31, 1929. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Mary George and sister, Marilyn Lancaster. He is survived by wife of 53 years, Joan; son, Chris; nephew, Robert Lancaster; sister-in-law, Joyce Propst; and brother-in-law, Jon Warren....

May 20, 2020

In loving memory of Russell Carnell who passed away May, 20, 2020. He will be missed.

He is survived by his loving wife, Helen; sons, Russell Jr. and Keith Sr.; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. He also leaves behind to cherish his memory, many nieces and nephews; daughter-in-laws, Bonnie and Dellanna.

He will now rest...

May 15, 2020

I left this world in great protest, fighting and kicking all the way, but finally let go and moved on to what I hope is a better place on May 15, 2020. I was born October 12, 1944 in Akron, Ohio to Anthony (Tony) Sherman and Kathryn (Kate) Zema Sherman, both deceased. I graduated from Barberton High School in 1962,...