OBITUARIES

On August 20, 2017, we unexpectedly lost our beloved Danielle Marie Johnson (34). Danielle is survived by her parents, Michele Johnson and Bryan Conley; grandmother, Darlene Johnson; five children: Makala, Michael, Bryan, Ryan and Danny Darlak; brother, Edward Miller; sister, Amanda Miller; and several aunts and uncles. Danielle was preceded in death by grandfather, Ronald Johnson and her great-grandparents, Richard...

Jeff Woodliff, President of Breakwood Enterprises, passed away after a long illness. Jeff was born on September 9, 1959 and lost his battle on December 31, 2017. He graduated from Kenmore High School and earned a BA in business. He leaves behind his wife, Kerry; his son, Brandon; and his brother, David. He is now with his beloved aunt, Edith...

Cheryl L. Gochenour Cherie went to heaven to be with her son Jared unexpectedly on August 14, 2015. She was retired from Jobs and Family Services. Cherie is survived by her loving and devoted husband, John Gochenour; mother, Norma Lee Marsh; brother, Danny (Peggy), their children Jimmy and Jody and family; sister-in-law, Kathy; nephew, JB Gochenour; and niece, Kara Gochenour...

Violet "Vi" Swords Two days and 90 years after she came into this world, she left us and returned to heaven to live with Jesus. She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Helen Carpenter; her husband of 53 years, Cletus; daughter, Christine Buza; and son, Carl; sister, Dorothy Kirkwood; and brother, William Carpenter. Vi was born in...

First of all, remember that everybody grieves differently. You may be feeling and acting completely differently to someone else that you know. That is okay and that is normal. Just be yourself and don't compare yourself to others. Be kind and gentle to yourself, as you are the only person who knows what is best for you right now....

Francine Siglow was unexpectedly taken from those she loved, and those who loved her on Thursday, June 6th, 2019. She is survived by her loving husband Joesph, beloved children David and Sandy, and cherished grandson Cameron. Francine will be remembered for her selfless loving nature, infectious smile, and ability to be a friend to anyone who met her. Francine...

Roger Alan Phillips Roger Alan Phillips, born April 6, 1957 went to be with his Lord on September 9, 2019.

Roger worked for 29 years for Akron Public Schools as a custodian. He loved to golf and bowl. He loved every Ohio sports team. He was very active and loved serving his Lord at First Baptist Church...

Elizabeth O. Voris passed away on Memorial Day at the Pleasant View Health Care Center at the age of 95. She was preceded by her husband, Ernest Voris. Betty is survived by her three sons, Ernest (Twila), Robert (Katy) and Martin (Gabi); five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held at the Prentice Funeral Home, 1154 Kenmore...

Keith Pettit of Kenmore, Ohio passed away after a short illness on Sunday, March 3rd 2019. Keith was born on the 27th of April 1951. He graduated from Kenmore High School and attended the University of Akron. Keith was a third generation owner operator of Pettit's Automotive Electric "Marathon" on Kenmore Blvd. Akron, Ohio. Keith was a history buff,...

Betty Jane Shiflett, a life long resident of Kenmore and married to "Jack" Shiflett for 65 years joined him in peace on November 23, 2018 in heaven to be with her sons, Jack and Greg (and Brenda); grandson, Steven; and mother, Clara Jane (Marlin) Wellner along with many other family and friends. She leaves behind her sons, Mike (Cheryl) and...

James B. Rodgers Jim, 63, passed away on Saturday, April 15. He was born in Camden, N.J. When he was a toddler his family moved to the Akron area, where he attended Cuyahoga Falls Public Schools. Preceded in death by his beloved dog, Jamie, Jim is survived by his wife and best friend of 45 years, Debby Rodgers; parents, John...

Mary was born on January 28th, 1928, in Stanton, Virginia. She was called home on April 16 to be with our Lord and with her loved ones who preceded her which include her loving and devoted husband of 42 years, Robert Paul Anderson, who passed away in 1994; her mother, Ruth Simpson Underwood; father, Harry Leonard Simpson; stepfather, Homer...

Harold E Smith, 87, of Wadsworth passed away December 29, 2016. He was a member of Victory Lodge No. 649 F. & A.M., Tadmor Shrine and the Ohio Bell Pioneer Club. Harold grew up in Millersburg, Ohio. After graduation he enlisted in the Army and served during the Korean war. He then moved to Akron where Harold, wife Rachel,...

Amanda "Mandy" Miller, 31 of Barberton joined her sister in heaven on December 23, 2018. She loved spending time with her friends and family, especially with her two children. She loved music, Pepsi, her phone and helping with her nieces and nephews. She worked as a cook at Dietz's Landing.

Mandy is preceded in death by her...

Brenda L Shiflett, 65, passed away after an extended illness surrounded by her family. She worked at Rocco's Pizza and Lowry Furnace for many years. She'll always be remembered for her smile, her laughs and her funny one liners. Funeral service will be held at Barberton First Baptist Church, 254 6th St. NW, Barberton on Friday at 1 p.m., officiated...

John D. Nice, 66, of Kenmore passed away peacefully at home with his children after a long battle with cancer. He retired after 35 years of service from Meggitt Braking Systems. He was an avid sports enthusiast who enjoyed coaching his kids. John was a Kenmore man through and through who will be missed dearly by many. John was preceded...

Lea Rae Knowles, 31, of Coventry passed away unexpectedly but peacefully in her sleep due to an ongoing health issue. She was a devoted Mommy and did so with much love. Her devotion to family was remarkable. She volunteered wholeheartedly with the Chapparells and Nolley PTA. She will be loved and missed by many.

Lea was preceded...

Larry R. Herrick Larry R. Herrick grasped the loving hand of God on Tuesday, July 28, 2015 at the age of 69. Friends may call Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, 2726 W. Market St., Fairlawn, Ohio. A memorial service will follow at 11:30 a.m., Pastor Rick Gordon will be officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be...

Mary Ann McCarthy November 8, 1928 February 7, 2015 Well she did it, after 86 years of loving her family and friends, MaryAnn McCarthy slipped from this earth to join her family in heaven. We were so lucky to have her for so long, but if we are being honest, 86 years just isn't enough, she will be missed by...

Vickie L. Bornman Vickie L. Bornman, 66, broke her chains of affliction and soared to the heavens amongst her fellow angels June 18, 2015. She recently retired from the Courtyard Marriott. Vickie was preceded in death by parents, Tommie and Madalean Odom and husband, Larry Bornman. She is survived by sons, Tom Prentice II and Christopher Prentice; grandsons, Logan and...