Russell Markle
Aug 1, 2018
Russell K. Markle, 85, of Akron passed away August 1, 2018. He was a Marine veteran, retired from Firestone, enjoyed karaoke and loved his wife and family with all his heart. A special thank you to Jamie, Crys, Evan, Emily, Vicki and Becky for their loving care. Russell is survived by his wife, Iris; daughter, Tamie (Bob) Contois; stepson, Richard...
Delores Pantea
Jul 7, 2018
Delores R Pantea, 88, passed away quietly in her sleep on July 7, 2018. She was preceded by her husband, George Pantea and son, William Farkas. She is survived by sons, George (Monique) Pantea and Jack (Mary) Farkas; daughter-in-law, Sue Farkas; six grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and many nieses and nephews. Private interment will be held. She will be missed.
Gregory Shiflett
Jun 8, 2018
Gregory H. Shiflett Greg Shiflett, 61, of Kenmore passed away June 8, 2018 after a short illness. Greg was a lifetime Kenmore resident who owned and operated Lowry Furnace Co. He was a member of Victory Lodge #649 F. & A.M. and sponsored all of the Kenmore Youth Sports. He was a loving son, husband, brother, father and grandfather. He...
Myrtle Mcclish
Jun 1, 2018
Myrtle McClish Myrtle McClish, 88, of Akron passed away June 1, 2018. Myrtle was a hard worker who raised five kids on her own. She retired from Dillard's at Rolling Acres. She was preceded by her son, William James McClish and grandson, Johnny. Myrtle is survived by her sons, Allen (Beth), Arthur (Brenda) and George; daughter, Diane Marker; 16 grandchildren,...
Mary Ludwig
May 13, 2018
Mary M Ludwig, 94, passed away May 13, 2018. She retired from Merryweather in Barberton. She was very devoted to her family. She was a former member of Immaculate Conception and a current member of Prince of Peace Parish. Mary was preceded by her parents, Jacob and Katherine Ludwig and siblings, Leonard, Jacob and Pauline. She is survived by niece...
Paula Luzader
May 12, 2018
Paula E. Luzader, 67, of Green, passed away May 12, 2018. She graduated from Barberton High School in 1969, and retired from Advanced Infusions in 2013. She belonged to Book Club, the Trump Haters Club, the BHS Class of '69 Club and the Golden Girls Club. She adored her granddaughter Shelby. She was a take charge giving person who will...
Harold Parker Greathouse
May 5, 2018
Harold Greathouse, 88, of Akron passed away on May 5th, 2018. He was born July 31st, 1929 in Spencer, W.Va. He lived on 17th St. SW in Kenmore for over 50 years. He spent his remaining years at National Church Residence in Cuyahoga Falls. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He worked many years at General...
Homer Gaugler
Mar 30, 2018
Homer M Gaugler, 89, passed away on March 30, 2018 at Pebble Creek. He was born to Roy and Metha (Snyder) Gaugler on February 25, 1929 in Medina County. He graduated from Wadsworth High School in 1947. He proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict and retired from F.C. Machine & Tool. He loved the Cleveland Indians...
Billie Tibbals
Feb 22, 2018
Billie Tsannis Tibbals passed away February 22, 2018. She was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Eftimia Tsannis of the Tsannis Candy Co.; sister, Mary Brokas and long time companion, Harold Peddicord. Mrs. Tibbals was a former reference librarian at the Akron Beacon Journal. She taught for the Akron Public Schools a total of 51 years. After retirement...
Margaret Kinney
Feb 22, 2018
Margaret C. (Waddle) Kinney, 70, was called to heaven on February 22, 2018. Born January 12, 1948 in Baltimore, Md., she retired from Barberton Hospital where she enlightened many lives with her loving and caring personality. She was preceded in death by her beloved son, Carlis R. Kinney; grand baby, Desiree Kinney; husband, Ronald Boylen; ex husband and father...
Cynthia Smith
Feb 18, 2018
Cynthia "Cindy" Smith, 60, of Akron, was unexpectedly called to join her husband Donald E. Smith II of 39 years, dad Almond Crisp, and other loved ones in heaven on February 18, 2018. Cindy was born on July 1, 1957 to Mildred and Almond Crisp from Akron, Ohio. Cindy worked at Acme for 44 years stemming from a Kenmore High...
Joyce Lucas
Feb 5, 2018
Joyce J. Lucas Joyce Lucas, 87, passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on February 5, 2018. She was a loving wife and mother who will be missed by all who knew her. She was preceded by her husband, Robert Lucas Sr. and son Robert "Buff" Lucas Jr. Joyce is survived by her children, Sharon (Larry) Orcena, Susan...
Carol Jones
Jan 31, 2018
Carol Ann Jones Carol Ann Jones, 78, of Akron passed away January 31, 2018. A devoted wife and mother, she was greatly loved and will be missed by all who knew her. Carol was preceded by her parents, Joseph and Ann Korosech; husband, Robert T. Jones Sr. and son, Richard. She leaves her children, Bobby Jr., Mark, Belinda (Richard...
Linda Guldeman
Jan 23, 2018
Linda Guldeman Linda Guldeman passed away January 23, 2018 after a long illness. She is survived by her husband Forest and family. Calling hours will be held at the Prentice-Conley Funeral Home, 1154 Kenmore Blvd. on Tuesday, from 7 to 9 p.m. Private internment will be held at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery.
Anita Rachel
Jan 5, 2018
Anita (Muncy) Rachel, 60 of Akron passed away on January 5, 2018 surrounded by her family. She adored children, she always made friends out of strangers and made everyone feel special. Anita was preceded by her father, Jack Muncy and son, Ronnie Watson. She is survived by her husband, Mike Watson; daughter, Brandi Jodon; sons, Richard (Shannon) Rachel, James...
Katherine Brandrowsky
Jan 1, 2018
Katherine Bandrowsky, 71, passed away January 1, 2018. She lived for her kids and grandkids. Katherine is preceded by her son, Charles Poling. She is survived by her children, Katherine (Craig) Beste, Paul "Igor" Poling and Thomas (Shelly) Poling; best friend, Robert (Karen) Poling; five grandchildren; one great-grandchild and several nieces and nephews. A Celebration Of Life Service will...
Michael Mourton
Dec 25, 2017
Michael Mourton, 69, of Kenmore, passed away on December 25, 2017. Mike was a Vietnam veteran and a big baseball fan who enjoyed coaching and playing. Mike is survived by his children, Matt (Laura) Mourton and Tracy Mourton; brothers, Mark (Mary), Gary (Suzanne) and Pat (Patty); granddaughters Alexandra, Makenzy and Addison; several nieces, nephews and good friends. Calling hours will...
Fay Walton Hitt
Dec 11, 2017
Fay M. Walton Hitt, 93 of Barberton passed away on December 11, 2017. Funeral services will be held at the Prentice-Conley Funeral Home, 1154 Kenmore Blvd. TODAY at 1 p.m. officiated by Joseph Lee. Burial to follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Friends may call one hour prior to the service from 12 to 1 p.m. Donations, if desired may be...
Kay Wesley Fluke Phd
Dec 3, 2017
Kay W Fluke, PhD, 86 of Akron passed away December 3, 2017. Kay served in the U.S. Air Force at the conclusion of the Korean War and honorably retired from the reserves as a captain in 1967. He earned his Bachelors and Masters degrees from the University of Akron and his Doctorate from Pacific Western University. He began teaching at...
Barbara Prockno
Nov 20, 2017
Barbara Prockno, 88, of Akron passed away November 20, 2017. Funeral services will be held at the Prentice-Conley Funeral Home, 1154 Kenmore Blvd. on Wednesday at 10 a.m., officiated by her nephew, Danny Walker. Burial will be at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery. Friends may call Tuesday, from 6 to 8 p.m. Published in Akron Beacon Journal on Nov. 27,...
