Obituaries

Jan 15, 2015

David L. Parr, 68, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, January 15, 2015 after a short battle with cancer. David was a Veteran of the United States Army.

Preceded in death by his parents, Herb and Gerri Parr; son, David, he is survived by his daughters, Misty (Damon) Curley and Shannon Greathouse, seven grandchildren,...

Jan 8, 2015

Robert (Jack) Marks, 60, passed away of a lengthy illness on January 8, 2015.

Jack was preceded in death by his parents Robert and Flossie Stephens Marks, brothers Jim and Brett, he is survived by loving wife Jennifer Paul-Marks, brother Steve (Shannon), children Robert , Crista Marks (Jesse), Dawn (Howard) Dietrich, Sean (Erika) Shotts, grandchildren Izzy and...

Jan 1, 2015

Private family services were held January 4, 2016 for Jerilyn Severns, 41, of Akron who passed away unexpectedly January 1, 2016. A life resident of the area, Jerilyn graduated from Kenmore High School in 1992.

Preceded in death by her father, James; she leaves behind her mother, Judy; daughter, Alyvia; brother, Jack (Monique); sister, Heather...

Dec 31, 2014

Lloyd G. Cain, (94) passed away on December 31, 2014 in Akron, OH. Lloyd was born in Brundidge, AL to Fred and Florence Cain on October 14, 1920.

Lloyd served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during WWII, received an honorable discharge, and was awarded the Purple Heart. He helped build area metro park shelters while with...

Dec 24, 2014

David E. Strouth, 66yrs of Akron, went home to be with the Lord December 24,2014. A life resident of the area, David retired from BF Goodrich after 30 years of service. David was an active member of The Temple Baptist Church, and a proud Army veteran serving in Vietnam.

He was preceded in death by his parents...

Dec 20, 2014

Ada F, Tyrity, 82 yrs., of Akron went home to be with the Lord, December 20, 2014. A native of Kenova, WVa., Ada was an area resident most of her life. She was a former member of Fernleaf Chapter #422 OES. and active with Rainbow girls. Ada bought and sold antique all her life, she was a homemaker, who’s...

Dec 15, 2014

Charles R. Worthington, 88, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord December 15, 2014. Charles was a Veteran of the United States Army and retired from the Akron Fire Department after 35 years service.

Preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Florence Worthington; beloved wife, Margaret and son, Richard. He is survived by his...

Dec 9, 2014

Daniel (Danny) Hodnick, 62, went home to be with Jesus on Dec 9th, 2014.

Dan was the loving father of 5 children, Angela, Amanda, Katie, Danielle, and Seth; and the loving Grandfather to Alexis.

He was also the dedicated son and caregiver of his Mother, Lillian Hodnick. He also leaves behind his best friend and...

Nov 30, 2014

SaraJane Cullison, formerly of Akron Ohio, passed away Sunday, November 30, 2014 at the age of 87 in Murfreesboro TN. SaraJane was born July 2, 1927 in Akron Ohio to the late William and Novella Coleman. She graduated from North High School in 1945 and was married to Donald Cullison in 1952.

She retired from the USPS...

Nov 21, 2014

Harold Henry Lehman, 66, of Akron passed away unexpectedly November 21, 2014.

Harold was a lifelong resident of Akron and a Veteran of the United States Marine Corps.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Debbie (Peters) Lehman; brothers, Wayne and Walter "Buster" Lehman; sons, Rod, Josh, Darrin, Harry Lehman and Donnie Peters; and several...

Nov 21, 2014

Walter W. Carpenter, 50, of Canal Fulton died suddenly on November 21, 2014 at his home.

Walter is survived by his fiance, Stephanie Schmidt; sister, Charlene Yost and many other family members and friends.

A memorial service will be held at 4 pm on Saturday December 6 at the Schlup Pucak Funeral Home, 788 Kenmore...

Nov 13, 2014

"Treweezy" Trina L. Wood peacefully transitioned to glory on November 13, 2014. She was born April 23, 1958 in Akron, OH to the late Ralph E. Wood, Sr. and Virginia M. Wood.

She is also preceded in death by brother, Ralph E. Wood, Jr., nephew, William E. Wood, Jr., and lifetime friend, Freddie Jackson. She leaves to...

Nov 13, 2014

Betty L. Jackson, 81, of Akron went home to be with the Lord, November 13, 2014.

Betty loved to play bingo, make jewelry and rescue dolls. She loved her family and her family loved her.

She was preceded in death by her parents; children, Ed Lambes and Jeff Dudley; beloved husband, Paul Jackson. She is...

Nov 9, 2014

Thomas was born on November 7, 1953 on Long Island, NY to Richard and Lillian Gray. The Gray family moved to Ohio in 1958 due to Richard's transfer with Babcock and Wilcox, and have resided there ever since. Thomas attended the University of Akron and attained a Master's degree in Finance. He was employed at Babcock and Wilcox, and...

Oct 29, 2014

"TOGETHER AGAIN"

An angel here on earth she joined the love of her life Tom in heaven on October 29, 2014.

Suzanne retired from AT&T with 40 years of service. She was a member of St. Pauls Catholic Church and the Heritage Foundation.

She was preceded in death by her beloved...

Oct 29, 2014

Sam's year-long battle with cancer came to a close early Wednesday morning. He courageously faced his struggle with an "I'll do the best I can for as long as I can" attitude. His wife and several friends were at his side as he passed.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Thelma (Snyder) and Harry Coulter...

Oct 20, 2014

Ralph E. Wood, 53 yrs. of Akron, went home to be with the Lord, October 20, 2014. An area resident all of his life, he loved the outdoors and being with family.

He was preceded in death by his parents Ralph Sr. and Virginia Wood, and is survived by his loving wife Samantha, son Ralph E. III,...

Oct 17, 2014

C. Aaron Bogle, 76 yrs. of Kent, is at resting in heaven and together again with his beloved wife Linda. Aaron retired from the shipping dept. of Goodyear T&R in 1981 after 26yrs. service.

Preceded in death by his parents James and Inez Bogle and his wife Linda, he is survived by sons Aaron (Deborah) of Mogadore,...

Oct 16, 2014

Paula S. Freed, 66yrs of Akron, went home to be with the Lord, October 16, 2014. An area resident all of her life, Paula was a Purchaser for Allaint Food Service.

Preceded in death by her parents Paul and Marilyn Narusch, husband Arthur Freed, and brother Greg Narusch, she is survived by son Kraig (Patty) Gabelman of...

Oct 13, 2014

Leola E. Harkless 91, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord October 13, 2014. A native of Vitandale Pa., she was an area resident most of her life. Leola was a member of Kenmore AARP and an active member of Calvary Baptist Church where she taught Sunday School and sang in the Choir more than 50 years....