Obituaries

Aug 12, 2014

Paul R. McFadden (Dick) age 77, was a beloved husband, brother and friend passed away Tuesday August 12th after a courageous battle with Parkinson's.

Dick enjoyed riding his Honda motorcycle, camping and photography. He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Helen McFadden; his sisters, Joann Epling and Patricia Smarr; and brother, Charles McFadden. He...

Aug 1, 2014

Margaret Tavernaris, 90, of Akron went home to be with the Lord August 1, 2014. Born in Akron, Ohio to the late Joseph and Elizabeth (Csahaly) Kristin on July 10, 1924. Margaret was a member of the Hungarian Club, a seamstress and worked for Action Shirt Apparel for 24 years. Preceded in death by her parents; beloved husband, Paul...

Jul 30, 2014

Robert "Bob" L. Santilli, 75, of Fort Myers, FL passed away July 30, 2014. He was born in Akron, Ohio to the late Leo and Evelyn (Roach) Santilli on June 11, 1939. Robert worked as a Jeweler with his father at Leo and Sons Jewelry store before moving to Columbus, where he worked for Combined Insurance until his retirement....

Jul 28, 2014

Elizabeth S. Wiles, debuting life on December 20, 1912, peacefully stepped into Life everlasting July 28, 2014, forever joining her father William M. Shackelford, mother Mary Elizabeth Shackelford, brother William Howard Shackelford, and husband Paul Leland Wiles.

Elizabeth and Paul met in Rittman, Ohio marrying November 15, 1942. Together for 58 years, farming south of Burbank, Ohio,...

Jul 24, 2014

Esther Gardner, born in Akron, Ohio, on October 20, 1932, surrendered to her battle with dementia on July 24, 2014. She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Bertha Gardner; brothers, William Gardner and Richard Gardner. She is survived by her brother, Charles Gardner and sisters, Jane Drexler and Carolyn Cioffi. She was dearly loved by her...

Jul 23, 2014

Madaline Thelma McCarthy Akron, OH. Madaline T. (Baker) McCarthy, born March 3, 1921 passed away July 23, 2014. Madaline’s life was filled with a child-like innocence and a unique simplicity of spirit. Madaline was Rosy The Riveter at Goodyear Aerospace during World War II. She met her husband, Paul there. She was a lifetime member of Immaculate Conception Church....

Jul 14, 2014

David W. Hornbeck, 45, of Akron passed away July 14, 2014. Preceded in death by his father, Paul W. Hornbeck, he is survived by his mother, Betty J. Hornbeck; wife, Tanya; daughter, Haley and sons, David Jr. and Sy'm; brothers, Andy, Shawn and Tim; sister-in-law, Tawn; nieces and nephews, Krystal, Desiree, Alyssa, Timmy, Triston, Taylor, Madison, Tyler, Andrew and...

Jul 11, 2014

Theresa L. Chitty, 47, of Uniontown, passed away July 11, 2014 after a short illness. Theresa had been employed at Sterling Jewelers for 29 years and was a huge fan of Drag Racing.

Preceded in death by her grandparents, Charles and Margaret Kallai and aunt, Barbara J. Gregory; she is survived by her husband, Terry Chitty; son,...

Jun 26, 2014

Margie M. Warren, 89, of Cuyahoga Falls went home to be with the Lord June 26, 2014. A native of Conneaut, Pennsylvania, she lived most of her life in Cuyahoga Falls and was The Secretary/Treasurer of The Glendale Cemetery for 30 years. She was a founding member of the Widows of the Shrine and Past Mighty Chosen One of...

Jun 21, 2014

Louise M. Derring, 60, of Akron went home to be with Jesus on Saturday, June 21, 2014.

She was a beloved mother, grandmother and wife. She is survived by her husband; Timothy, son; Christopher, daughter; Jenny (Michael), her three treasures and joys of her life, granddaughters; Madison and Kaylee and grandson; James. She also leaves behind her...

Jun 20, 2014

Bernard Dale Cramer, age 90, died peacefully on June 20, 2014. He was a beloved father to Patricia (Bob) O’Donnell of Aledo, TX and Brad (Jean) Cramer of Suffield, OH.

He leaves behind his grand-daughter; Connie (John) Livers and great- great-granddaughter; Alex Smith. He was preceded in death by his mother; Nellie Cramer, father; John Cramer, daughter;...

Jun 12, 2014

Phillip A. Parker, 54, of Akron passed away peacefully at home on June 12, 2014. Phillip was born in Battle Creek, Michigan on October 18, 1959. He was raised in Ocala, Florida before moving to Ohio.

Preceded in death by his mother; Phyllis Parker, brother; Robert Parker, son; Cecil Parker and mother-in-law; Marie LaRue. Phillip is survived...

Jun 11, 2014

Edith L. Ely, 92, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord June 11, 2014. A life resident of the area she retired from Georgia Pacific after many years of service.

Preceded in death by her parents; Carl and Edith Silvers Emery and her husband; Allan, Edith is survived by son; John of Newark, Ohio, daughters;...

May 31, 2014

Kata Lolich, "best mother in the world", passed away on May 31, 2014 with her loving daughter, whom she had unconditional love for, at her side. Kata came to the United States in 1981 from Yugoslavia to be with her daughter. She loved her corner house in Kenmore where lots of people saw an old lady with white hair...

May 29, 2014

Thomas E. Jackson 12/13/56 – 5/29/14 On May 29th, 2014, the checkered flag waved for Thomas Eugene Jackson of Akron, OH. He was born in Massillon, OH on Dec. 13th, 1956 to the late Leonard "Gene" Jackson and Carolyn "Jean" Wazlavek.

Preceded in death by his sister; Linda (Gary) Randles, cousin Danny Jackson, and good friend Dave...

May 26, 2014

Bryan K. Benner, 41, of Akron went home with the Lord, May 26, 2014. A life resident of the area, Bryan worked for Weaver as a Laborer. Bryan is survived by his brother; David and many other friends.

Friends may call from 4-6 pm Monday, June 2, 2014 at the Schlup Pucak Funeral Home, 788 Kenmore Blvd,...

May 22, 2014

KIM L. PURTAN (VANDEVER) Kim L. Purtan (Vandever), 43, of Akron passed away unexpectedly May 22, 2014. Born March 25, 1971 in Akron to William and Nancy Vandever. She was a graduate of the University of Akron with a degree in Nursing, a life member of the V.F.W. Post #3383 and the Hibernians. Kim loved to camp and had...

May 19, 2014

David "Doc" Holliday, 65, of Akron went home to be with the Lord May 19, 2014. A life resident of the area David was a veteran of the United States Air Force, a member of The Church on The Boulevard and past Vice President of The Kenmore Board of Trade. He loved sports and enjoyed coaching baseball, softball and...

May 15, 2014

Veronica M. Sims of BARBERTON, Ohio, born February 1, 1977 passed away unexpectedly on May 15, 2014 after an extended illness.

Preceded in death by her mother, Patricia White(Powell); father, Ronald Edwards; and brother, Kevin Satterfield Sr. She is Survived by husband, Charles Sims Jr; Daughter, Brittany (Thomas) Halman; sons, Dylan Sims and Devyn Sims; and Mother-in-law...

May 14, 2014

Benton Holloway Ford Sr., 79, passed away May 14, 2014. Born April 27, 1935 in Chattanooga, TN. to the late Walter Lewis and Sarah Ellen Ford, Benton lived in Akron for the past 62 years.

He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Carrol Marie (Baker). Their union was blessed with seven children: Sarah Hartman, Benton...