obituaries

Dec 18, 2017

Nancy A. Lauretta passed away December 18, 2017.

A lifelong resident of Akron, she retired from Roadway Express after 51 years.

She was a long time member of St Anthony's parish and most recently a member of Blessed Trinity's parish.

She was preceded in death by her parents Salvatore and Sara Lauretta, sisters...

Dec 16, 2017

Jo Hostutler, age 81, passed away December 16, 2017. Jo was born in Clarksburg, West Virginia and lived in Tallmadge since 2001. She was an active member of the First Congregational Church of Tallmadge serving as Librarian and a member of the Board of Deacons. Jo attended Fairmount State University and was a member of the Alumni Association.

Dec 15, 2017

Imy was called home by her Lord on December 15, 2017 at 95 years of age. Born in Akron by her parents, Edward Nelson Witsaman and Nettie Elnora Smith, into a family of three sisters (Winifred, Dawn, Edna) and one brother (Glenwood). Imy attended and graduated from Akron Central High School. While a senior at Central, she met Milton...

Dec 13, 2017

Robert G. Lucas, 69, passed away December 13, 2017, after a lengthy battle with heart disease. Born in Akron, he had lived in Tallmadge since 1977.

Robert was a 1966 graduate of St. Vincent – St. Marys. He retired in 2014 from Leppo Equipment with 30 years in Sales. Bob was an avid golfer and worked part...

Dec 12, 2017

Michael Glenn Turnbull, 65, passed away December 12, 2017.   Born in Akron, he lived in Tallmadge for the last 31 years.

Mike worked as an Electrician for over 40 years and was currently employed at Didado Electric.  He was a member of Christ Community Chapel in Hudson and enjoyed his family, wrestling, bowling, fishing, WINNING at playing...

Dec 9, 2017

Patricia Wingard, 82, passed away December 9, 2017.  Born in Sharon, PA, she lived most of her life in the Brimfield and Rootstown area.

Patricia enjoyed reading and quilting.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Dorothy Petrini; son, Clifford Wingard.

Patricia is survived by her daughter, Terri (Larry) John...

Dec 6, 2017

Jack E. Thompson died peacefully at his home in Stow, Ohio on December 6, 2017 surrounded by loved ones.

Born in Ravenna, Ohio on November 4, 1931, he served in the U. S. Air Force during the Korean War. He graduated with his accounting degree from Kent State University and went on to become a CPA, having...

Dec 6, 2017

Eunice F. Brown, 96, passed away December 6, 2017.

Born in Lawrence Massachusetts, Eunice had lived most of her life in the Tallmadge area.  She was a member of Tallmadge United Methodist Church, where she was president of United Methodist Women. Eunice was also a cub scout den mother, PTA member and a room mother.

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Dec 6, 2017

Richard E. Ross, 91, passed away surround by his family on December 6, 2017. Born in Lakeland, Florida, October 10, 1926 he lived in Tallmadge most of his life.

He came to Akron, Ohio as a very young child. Richard grew up in East Akron and graduated from Mason Elementary School. He moved to Wabash, Indiana with...

Nov 29, 2017

Patricia Zimmerman, age 92, passed away November 29.  Pat was born in Akron, Ohio, the only child of Louise and Julian Meeks.  She grew up in Stow and graduated from Stow High School in 1943.  She attended Syracuse University in New York, majoring in Fine Arts.  She worked at Goodyear Aerospace and General Tire in Akron as a draftsperson. ...

Nov 28, 2017

Amy Rae (Althauser) Roberts, 47, was received into Heaven by her Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 28, 2017, with her family by her side.

Born August 13, 1970, in Akron, Ohio, Amy was a loving wife, mother, daughter, aunt, and friend.  She was a 1988 graduate of Mogadore High School. She met her future husband, Mike, on...

Nov 23, 2017

Pop, 93, passed away November 23, 2017. Born to Edith Canavan "Aunt Edie" on November 8, 1924, in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, where he graduated in January 1943 to join the War Effort.  He earned his Purple Heart and other commendations during the "Battle of the Bulge". Pop was honored for being the last survivor of the 82nd Airborn Div....

Nov 22, 2017

Bonnie J. Shackelford, 79, went home to be with the Lord on November 22, 2017. Born in Akron, she lived most of her life in Tallmadge.  She retired from Ohio Edison. Co. in the Stock Transfer Dept. Bonnie was a member of First Baptist Church of Barberton and volunteered at the Haven of Rest.

She was preceded...

Nov 19, 2017

Edith M. Cadwell (Edie), 90, went home to be with the Lord on November 19, 2017.

Daughter of the late Ernest L. and Iona Ray, she was preceded in death by her brother, Norman Ray and her two sons, Scott and Clay Cadwell.

Survived by her daughter, Gina Kilgore of Bath; grandchildren, David and Brittany...

Nov 17, 2017

Marian E. Belisle, 94, passed away November 17, 2017. Born in Boston, Massachusetts, she lived most of her life in Tallmadge.

Marian served in the U.S. Navy and was a member of First Congregational Church of Tallmadge. She enjoyed volunteering at Akron City Hospital in admitting and her time with the Women's Fellowship at the church.

Nov 17, 2017

Doris Parson, 88, passed away November 17, 2017. Born in Akron, she lived most of her life in the Akron  area.

Doris retired after 25 years as a Secretary at Suffield United Church of Christ. She was a member of First Congregational Church of Tallmadge and a past member of Eastern Star.

She was preceded...

Nov 15, 2017

Velma Greenwald, 89, passed away November 15, 2017. Born in Akron, she lived most of her life in Tallmadge.

Velma retired in 1988 with over 10 years as an optician with Co Op Optical. She loved spending time with her family.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul; granddaughter, Melissa; grandson, Jason; great...

Nov 14, 2017

Eugene "Fuzz" T. Engelhart, 72, passed away November 14, 2017.  Born in Randolph, he lived most of his life in Akron.

Eugene retired after 20 years in Sales at Carneggie Body. He was a member of Annunciation Church and loved spending time with his grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Rita; parents,...

Nov 13, 2017

Jean V. Bressler, 91, passed away Monday, November 13, 2017.  She lived most of her life in Tallmadge and was a member of Our Lady of Victory Church.

Jean is survived by daughter, Donna Jean Bressler; nephew, Michael Parrish; dear friends, Antoinette Capps, Esther and Earl Baker, Lisa Siesel, and Barb Schartiger; neighbors and friends at Kent...

Nov 12, 2017

Stephen R. Burnham, 64, passed away November 12, 2017. He was born and lived most of his life in Tallmadge.

Stephen was an Engineer at ChemImage. He was a gentle soul who enjoyed fishing, nature, and spending time with his family.

Stephen is survived by his wife Ronda; parents, Roy and Bonnie Burnham of Cullman,...