obituaries

Feb 28, 2015

Helen J. Swinehart, 87, went to be with the Lord Jesus on February 28, 2015.

Born in Akron, Ohio, Helen lived in Tallmadge since 1968. She was employed as a clerk at M. O'Neil Company retiring in 1989 and was a member of The Summit Wesleyan Church where she served many years in the nursery.  Helen cherished...

Feb 28, 2015

Anna (Annie) Buffa age 86 of Tallmadge passed away peacefully February 28, 2015.Ann was born in Akron, on August 20, 1928 to the late Primo Achilli and Rosina (Seragusa) Achilli. She was a graduate of North High School in Akron. Ann was employed at Goodrich and was co-owner of Joe's Sunoco. Up until her death, she worked at the...

Feb 27, 2015

Vivian Grace Stevens, 81, passed away on February 27, 2015.

Vivian was born in Grafton, West Virginia, January 17, 1934; a daughter of the late Cecil Snider and Helen (Proudfoot) Snider.

She was a resident of Tallmadge for 54 years.  In addition to being a loving wife and mother of four, she was dressmaking and...

Feb 27, 2015

Joseph Michael "Mike" Cambern, 72, passed away February 27, 2015.

Born in Springerville, Arizona, Mike had lived in Tallmadge since 1983. He retired from the U.S. Army in 1983 with 21 years of service and retired in 1993 from the U.S Post Office with ten years of service.

Mike is survived by his wife, Shelia;...

Feb 24, 2015

Bobby O. Taylor, 90, passed away February 24, 2015.

Born in Fayette, Alabama, Bobby had lived in the Akron and Tallmadge areas since 1943.  He served in the U.S. Navy and retired in 1984 from Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co with 41 years of service. He was a long time member of Goodyear Heights Baptist Church.  Bobby...

Feb 24, 2015

Ruth E. Arnold, 81, went home to be with the Lord on February 24, 2015.

Born in Bay City, Michigan, Ruth had lived in Tallmadge since 1973.  She attended the First Church of God in Tallmadge, Ohio.

She was preceded in death by her father Rev. Fred H. Neubauer, her mother Corinne L. and her...

Feb 23, 2015

Bianca Ciccarelli, 93, passed away February 23, 2015.

Born in Gallitzin, Pennsylvania, Bianca had lived in Cuyahoga Falls most of her life.  She retired in 1991 from Coming Attractions Bridal Shopp and worked sales at J.C. Penny's.  Bianca was a member of St. Anthony Church.  She was a very active member of The Italian Council, working on...

Feb 19, 2015

Samuel A. Keller, 71, passed away February 19, 2015.

Born in Clarksburg, West Virginia, Sam had lived in the Akron area for most of his life.  He served in the National Guard and was the owner of Keller Rigging and Construction retiring June 1, 2014 after 40 years.  Sam enjoyed woodworking, and was very active with filling...

Feb 19, 2015

Paul Gulledge, 86, passed away February 19, 2015.

Born in Akron, Paul had lived in the Akron area all of his life. He retired in 1982 from Pepsi with 20 years of service and was a member of First Congregational Church of Tallmadge.  Paul enjoyed model railroading and loved trains.

Paul is survived by his...

Feb 17, 2015

Kathryn L. Burket, 93, passed away February 17, 2015.

Born in Akron, Kathryn had lived in Tallmadge since 1950.  She was a member of First Congregational Church of Tallmadge, joining in 1951.

She was preceded in death by her husband, William G. and youngest son, Daniel C.

Kathryn is survived by her daughter,...

Feb 17, 2015

Larry K. Bangtson, 78, passed away February 17, 2015.

Born in Willmar, Minnesota, Larry had lived in Tallmadge for most of his life.  He served in the U.S. Navy and retired from IBM with 32 years of service.  Larry was a member of Our Lady of Victory Church and the American Legion Post in Kent.  He enjoyed...

Feb 16, 2015

Alivia Rose Scott was born on November 8, 2014.  She was known as her Momma's Rosebud.  Alivia was a blessing to everyone that knew her.  She radiated happiness and joy to all.  Her biggest smiles were those shared with her sister.  She spread her wings to join the angels on February 16, 2015.

Alivia is survived by...

Feb 12, 2015

Michael W. Brant, 49, of Brimfield died unexpectedly on February12, 2015.

Mike was born in Akron and raised in Brimfield.  He was a 1984 graduate of Field High School and served with the United State Marines.  Mike loved watching and cheering for all Ohio sports teams.  He was known for his sense of humor.

He...

Feb 11, 2015

Walter J. Wyszynski, 87, passed away February 11, 2015 surrounded by his loving children.

Born in Windber, Pennsylvania, Walter had lived in the Akron area most of his life.  He served in the U.S. Army during World War II.  Walter was employed with McNeil Corp. for 28 years, then retired in 1992 from Logan Machine Co.  Walter...

Feb 9, 2015

Shirley E. Chambers, 82, passed away February 9, 2015.

Born in Toledo, Shirley had lived most of her life in the Toledo/Tallmadge areas.  She was a member of First Congregational Church of Tallmadge, where she was a preschool aide and worked in the church nursery. Shirley and Ron were married for 62 years and traveled the world...

Feb 7, 2015

Martin M. Felkl, 59, passed away February 7, 2015.

Born in Akron, Martin lived all his life in Stow. He retired as a mold maker with Goodyear after 34 years of service. He was member of Holy Family Catholic Church, The German Family Society, AA, and the band Kavaliers. He enjoyed golfing, fishing and was the State...

Feb 2, 2015

John Raymond Zreny, 62, passed away February 2, 2015.

Born in Akron, John had lived in the Akron area for most of his life.  John, a devoted husband, father, and brother, was a car enthusiast and loved spending time with his family.

John is survived by his wife, Amy; sons, John Zreny of Akron, Brad...

Feb 2, 2015

William Hoy Taylor, 81, passed away after an extended illness on February 2, 2015.

Born October 30, 1933 in Falls Mills, West Virginia to Guy and Golda Willoughby Taylor.  Bill came to Akron as a teen and was mentored in auto body by Marple Riffle at Riffle's Garage.  He went to the Army and came back and...

Feb 2, 2015

Matthew J. "Jesus" Cameron, 21, passed away February 2, 2015.

Born in Cuyahoga Falls, Matthew had lived in Randolph all of his life.  He enjoyed wrestling and being with his brother, daughter, and his dog Princess.

Matthew is survived by his parents, Joseph and Carol Cameron; daughter, Payton Marie; brother, Christian; fiancée, Britney Greathouse, all...

Feb 1, 2015

Robert Parker Taylor died suddenly on February 1, 2015, loving husband of Dorothy for 58 years, father and grandfather.  He was duly loved and will be greatly missed by all of his family, extended family, friends and associates.

Born in Cranford, New Jersey, Robert lived in Tallmadge since 1974.  He served in the U.S. Navy during the...