Debrha Flannery
Apr 18, 2016
Debrha J. Flannery passed away in her sleep on April 18, 2016. She worked as a nurse at St. Ed's. She cared deeply about her residents. This was not a job to her, it was her calling. Debrha is survived by her significant other, Michael J. Moore; her "kids" Tommy Pickles, Angelica Pickles and Suzzie Karmichael; mother, Betty Powell; sisters,...
Ed "Junkyard" "Tink" Buckley
Apr 17, 2016
Ed "Junkyard" "Tink" Buckley passed away April 17, 2016. Ed worked in the towing business for many years and then started his own business as Ed Buckley's Towing. He was a member of American Legion Post #566 and VFW Firestone Post 3383. Ed was preceded by his parents, Robert E and Imajean. He is survived by his wife of 44...
Brett E Taylor
Mar 14, 2016
Brett E. Taylor, 56, died unexpectedly March 14, 2016. Born December 7, 1959, he was a concrete finisher with Giovanini Construction for over 20 years. He was preceded by his father, Jim Focht; brothers, Scott and Jimmy; and his children, Amber and Brett P. Left to mourn his loss are his mother, Eunice "Ann" Focht; brother, George (Tami); sister, Maggie...
Timothy Prentice
Feb 29, 2016
Tim Prentice, 49, of Uniontown, passed away February 29, 2016. Tim fought a long hard battle against cancer, but God needed a hero instead. He was a loyal, loving husband, father, and friend. Tim owned and operated Prentice Interiors for 24 years, was a member of Wayfarer Lodge #789 F&AM, Tadmor Shrine, was an active member of the Director's Staff...
Irene Keith
Jan 25, 2016
Irene (Buntin) Keith, 62, of Akron, passed away January 25, 2016. She served her country with honor as a Marine. She loved collecting whale and elephant memorabilia, and taking care of her kittygirl Angel. Irene was preceded in death by her parents, John and Emmi Buntin. She is survived by her sisters, Sue "Sig" (Allen) Nowitzke and Bette (Len) Lagestee,...
Tonya Meier
Jan 23, 2016
Tonya D. Meier, 34, passed away unexpectedly on January 23, 2016. She was a member of Norton Grace Church and had worked as a dental assistant. Tonya is survived by the pride of her life, her son, Landon; father, Dave; mother, Tonya; brother, Travis; sisters, Tiffany (Cory), Amanda, and Jessica; grammy, Charlene Meier; boyfriend, Dave Humphrey; and many aunts, uncles...
Karla Brookes
Dec 6, 2015
AKRON -- Karla M. Brookes, 90, passed away December 6, 2015. Born August 21, 1925, Karla was a lifelong resident of Kenmore. Karla worked as a secretary for many years at Firestone Tire & Rubber in their Steel Products and Defense Products divisions. She was a member of Park United Methodist Church and Kenmore Historical Society; belonged to Firestone Park...
Ann Heben
Dec 6, 2015
Ann Heben, 95, a lifelong resident of Kenmore, passed away on December 6, 2015. She retired from Firestone Tire in 1982, was an active member of The First Church Of God in Tallmadge and volunteered at Jo Ann's Pantry. Ann was preceded in death by her husband, John; parents, Paul and Mary Yanik; brothers, Paul, John and Edward and sisters,...
Elisabeth Jelus
Oct 25, 2015
Elisabeth A. Jelus (Wollny) went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, October 25, 2015. Born in Breslau, Germany, Elisabeth resided in Akron for most of her life. In addition to being a wonderful mother, she retired from Akron Public Schools and was previously employed by Summit County Children Services. Elisabeth is survived by her children, Barbara...
Paul Adkins
Oct 20, 2015
Paul R. Adkins, 66, passed away on October 20, 2015. He was an Army veteran and worked as a corrections officer for the City of Akron. Paul was very family oriented and loved his grandkids. Paul is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Pat; as well as sons, Matt and Brian (Sarah); brother, Dewey; sister, Karene Miller; mother-in-law,...
John Charles Cool
Sep 29, 2015
John Charles Cool, 51, of Akron, went to Heaven to join parents, Ruth and Harry on September 29, 2015. John was born on August 10, 1964, the last of four Cool children. He was a graduate of Kenmore High School and The University of Akron and had worked for the City of Akron. He loved his children, family, friends, his...
Estrue Pryor
Sep 28, 2015
Estrue "Boots" Pryor, 84, of Barberton passed away September 28, 2015. She was a past member of the VFW Post 3532 Ladies Auxiliary and attended Barberton Community of Christ Church. She was preceded by her husband, Mike Pryor; son, Herbert Gore Jr., and daughter Denise Cooper. She is survived by sons, James Gore (Debbi Hood), Joe (Helen) Gore; daughter, Deborah...
Christopher Cox
Sep 27, 2015
Christopher M. Cox, 25, of Akron, passed away September 27, 2015. Chris was a Boy Scout starting out in Pack 3210, then Troop 210 and earned his rank as an Eagle Scout. He attended Arlington Memorial Baptist Church and enjoyed yard work and landscaping. Chris is survived by his parents, Richard "Dick" and Debbie Cox; brother, Jonathon; grandpa, Walter Russell;...
Marvin Drew
Sep 7, 2015
Marvin E. Drew, 91, of Akron, passed away September 7, 2015. He was a World War II Marine Corps veteran and retired from Roadway. Marvin was also a long time member of the Church of the Good Shepherd United Methodist and a current member of Family of Faith UMC. He was preceded by his wife, Virginia Mae and daughter, Roberta...
Helon M Shaw
Aug 24, 2015
Helon M. Shaw, 91, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away August 24, 2015. She was born in Dalton, Ga. and moved to Kenmore in the 1940s. Helon graduated from Kenmore High School and The University of Akron. She was a past member of the Akron Baptist Temple and had retired from Santrock Elementary School in Barberton. Helon and her husband, Wilson,...
Evelyn Gindlesberger
Aug 21, 2015
Evelyn left us peacefully on August 21, 2015 after living 100 years of life in Akron. Besides loving and caring for her family, Evelyn's passion was the piano. She played her entire life, with many years in bands and local dance studios, and retired from the Ohio Ballet Company. Evelyn was preceded in death by her beloved husband Carl, as...
Raymond E Bukowski
Aug 15, 2015
Raymond E. Bukowski Raymond E. Bukowski went home to be with our Lord on August 15, 2015. He was preceded in death by parents, Daniel and Martha; brother, Brian; and grandma, Maggie Peavler. He is survived by wife, Traci; daughter, Paige; and sister, Dawn Fazenbaker. Raymond loved and lived to see his nieces and nephews happy. To see a complete...
Diana L Borders
Jul 28, 2015
Diana L. Borders Diana L. Borders, 61, of Barberton, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on July 28, 2015 after a long illness. She was born March 3, 1954 to Elmer and Magalene Adkins who preceded her in death. Diana married Steven Borders on December 21, 1970 who also went home to be with the Lord and two...
Janet Rae "Di" Kunce
Jul 11, 2015
Janet Rae "Di" Kunce Janet Rae "Di" Kunce, 79, passed away July 11, 2015 at her residence, with her daughter by her side. She was born in Akron and was a life resident of the area. Janet was employed for many years for the former Clarkins Dept. Stores as head cashier. She was an avid Indians and Browns fan and...
Lee Lafferty
Jun 23, 2015
Lee Lafferty Lee Lafferty, 88, of Mesa, Arizona, formerly of Akron, passed away June 23, 2015. Mr. Lafferty was born in Akron and had lived in Mesa for the last 18 years. He had worked at Ford Motor Co. as a tool & die maker. He was an Army veteran of World War II, was a member of the Mount...
