obituaries

Jan 16, 2015

Earl David Morgoch, 91, passed away comfortably at home on January 16, 2015.

He leaves behind his beloved wife of 68 years, Agnes Louise Marion Morgoch; daughter-in-law, Kathleen Morgoch; grandchildren, Meredith Leigh Morgoch and Bradley (Dana) Earl Morgoch; great-grandchildren, Bradan Dash and Kingsley Rae Morgoch.  He was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Bradley Marion...

Jan 15, 2015

Minnie I. Hurlbert, 93, of Akron, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2015.

Minnie was born April 25, 1921, to Truman and Augusta Hurlbert.  She worked as a Secretary for Goodyear for several years before retiring. She enjoyed shopping and chocolate.

She is survived by nieces, Cindi Trudell and Nancy Welsh; nephews, Wayne Eggleston and...

Jan 14, 2015

John W. Weeks, Jr., 81, of Akron, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on January 14, 2015.

Born on April 12, 1933, in Akron, Ohio to the late Margaret O. Weeks and John W. Weeks, Sr. John was a veteran of the Korean Conflict serving his country in the Air Force.  He loved the Lord...

Jan 14, 2015

Fred Lemke, 74, passed away January 14, 2015.

Born in Chicago, Illinois, Fred had lived in Tallmadge for most of his life.  He was employed with Weaver Work Shop for 30 years.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Garceal Lemke, and brother, John.

Fred is survived by his sister,...

Jan 14, 2015

Julius Lucien, 94, passed away January 14, 2015.

He was born in Navelli , Italy and lived most of his life in Akron, residing in Cuyahoga Falls the last 30 years.  He served in the U.S. Army during WWII, serving in five overseas conflicts.  Julius was a member of St. Martha (Blessed Trinity) Church.  He was an...

Jan 12, 2015

Raul Umana, 66, lost his battle with cancer January 12, 2015. He was born in Akron where he lived all of his life.

He served as an Army Medic in Okinawa, Japan during the Vietnam War. He was the original voice of Archie The Snowman, an accomplished glass blower, machinist and a man of many talents. We...

Jan 11, 2015

Eleanor T. Doody, 88, passed away January 11, 2015.

Born in Detroit, Michigan, Eleanor was a bookkeeper and had lived in Amherst for 20 years and Tallmadge since 2012.

Eleanor is survived by her daughter, Mary Anne (David) Kulik of Tallmadge; son, Lawrence E. (Linda) Doody of Michigan; four grandchildren, Amanda, Matt (Michelle), Mike (Emily)...

Jan 9, 2015

Dorothy J. Cassidy, 96, passed away January 9, 2015.

Born in Kent, Dorothy had lived in Tallmadge area for many years.  She was a retired self-employed hairdresser.  Dorothy volunteered at the American Red Cross where she was a 50 year Safety Instructor, Summit County Detention Center Women's Board, the Arthritis Foundation and was a group swimming instructor...

Jan 6, 2015

Doris Ann Schueller, 86, passed away surrounded by her family January 6, 2015.

Born in Akron, Doris had lived in Tallmadge since 1957.  She was a member of Our Lady of Victory Church.

She was preceded in death by her grandson, John and sisters, Alberta Jollife and Joan Jackson.

Doris is survived by...

Jan 6, 2015

Jan 6, 2015

"Together Again"

Steve A. Berenyi, 84, went to be with the Lord January 6, 2015.

He was born in Akron where he lived most of his life.  He was a husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and a Marine.  Steve served as a sergeant in the Marine Corp during the Korean War.  He retired from General Tire...

Jan 4, 2015

Deborah L. Tsolakis, 63, passed away January 4, 2015.

Born in Akron, Deborah had lived in the area all her life and was an active member of Grace Cathedral Church.

She was preceded in death by her daughter, Deanna Wilborn.

Deborah is survived by her husband, Bob; grandchildren, Macayla and John; sisters, Sherrill...

Jan 4, 2015

Bradford M. Bree

The City of Akron, Ohio shall not mourn his death, but celebrate the life of a local icon. Bradford was called to the Lord on January 4, 2015 after a very courageous battle with cancer.

He had been a local business owner in and around Akron his whole life. His longest lasting...

Jan 1, 2015

Glenn W. Earlenbaugh, 83, passed away January 01, 2015.

Born in Akron May 8, 1930, he lived in the Akron/Canton area all of his life. Glenn graduated from East High School and became a business owner of Akron Crane & Conveyor Company.  Glenn was a man who loved to tell stories with friends while fishing, golfing or...

Jan 1, 2015

RAFFAELA RUTH TRIOLA – 1924 TO 2015

Raffaela Ruth Triola passed into the loving arms of Jesus on January 1, 2015.  She died peacefully resting in the arms of her husband of 67 years.  She was 90 years old.

Throughout her lifetime, Ruth was a loving, caring and devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great...

Dec 30, 2014

Evelyn J. Zampino (Wasserman) passed away suddenly on Dec. 30, 2014.

She was born in Akron, Ohio where she spent her entire life. She was a graduate of Central High School. Having studied dancing for many years, she pursued a career as a professional dancer in the United States and Canada.  After retiring from dance she continued...

Dec 29, 2014

Vilma G. Merendino, 87, passed away December 29, 2014.

Vilma was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Samuel. Vilma and Sam met January 28, 1951 at an Italian dance, were engaged two weeks later on Valentine's Day, married four months later on June 28th and were blessed with 11 children, 17 grandchildren and eight...

Dec 28, 2014

David M. Wack, age 46, passed away on December 28, 2014 in London, England. David was born in Akron and grew up in Tallmadge, graduating from Tallmadge High School in 1987.  He received a B.A., summa cum laude, from Miami University of Ohio, majoring in Russian and International Studies.  He earned his Juris Doctor from Georgetown University Law Center....

Dec 8, 2014

Nancy Falasca, 84, passed away December 8, 2014. She was born in Carovilli, Italy and immigrated to Akron, Ohio in 1954. Nancy was a gifted tailor and seamstress her whole life and enjoyed sewing for her family. Nancy was preceded in death by her parents, Lorenzo and Giulia Scarpitti; her sister, Elvira; and her beloved son, John Falasca. She...

Dec 2, 2014

Renee Yanik (Ardella), 65, lost her courageous year long battle with lung cancer December 2, 2014.

She was a lifelong resident of Akron. She will be remembered for her kindness and generosity to her friends at the Mayflower along with her dog, Sassy.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Frances and William Ardella....