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Lorene V Huvler

Lorene V Huvler

Jun 29, 2017

Lorene, V. Huvler, 86, passed away June 29, 2017. Born in Wayne City, Illinois, Lorene had lived in the Akron area for most of her life.

She worked in the Food Service at Department at Kent State University.  Lorene was a member of Chapel of Prayer Baptist Church and enjoyed gardening and flowers.

She was...

Carrie A Digiulio

Carrie A Digiulio

Jun 27, 2017

Carrie A. DiGiulio, 90, passed away on Tuesday, June 27, 2017 after a short illness.  She was born in Akron on April 10, 1927.  Carrie is preceded in death by her husband Dominic, her son Gary, Parents Nicola & Rose Braccio, Sisters Dolores Ripellino, Catherine Hecht and Brother Michael Braccio.

Carrie met her husband Dominic at Scott's...

Gregory Alan Ferrell, Sr.

Gregory Alan Ferrell, Sr.

Jun 25, 2017

Gregory Alan Ferrell, Sr. 70, passed away June 25, 2017.

Born in Akron, Gregory had lived in the Akron area for most of his life.  He retired in 2008 from Wonder Bread/Hostess Cakes.  He Enjoyed working on lawn mowers.

Gregory is survived by his wife, Karen; daughters, Melissa (Ron Folds) Ferrell of Hartville, Brenda Engelhart...

Kevin George Cochrane

Kevin George Cochrane

Jun 23, 2017

Kevin George Cochrane, 53, passed away peacefully in his sleep due to heart disease June 23, 2017.He has finally gone home in the arms of his lord. He was born in Akron, and lived in the area most of his life.

Kevin worked at I.B.C. in Direct Store Deliveries. He also worked as a long distant truck...

Eugene Edward Wylie

Eugene Edward Wylie

Jun 23, 2017

Eugene Edward Wylie, 89 years old, entered his eternal home on June 23, 2017. He lived most of his life in Tallmadge.

Eugene served in the U.S. Army and retired in 1990 as a Teacher with the Akron Public Schools.  He earned a Bachelor degree at Heidelberg College with a Masters at Kent State University.  Eugene was...

Deborah Andrea (Mezzacapo)  Kemp

Deborah Andrea (Mezzacapo) Kemp

Jun 21, 2017

It is with great sadness that the family of Deborah Andrea Kemp announces her passing, on Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at the age of 55.  Debbie will be lovingly remembered by her parents, David Mezzacapo (Therese) and Evelyn Sheffler (Richard) along with Scott Kemp; Wesley Kemp her son, Mason Kemp her grandson; her siblings, Denise Adzema (Peter), Tony Mezzacapo...

Nancy "Lynne" (Ptomey)  Massic

Nancy "Lynne" (Ptomey) Massic

Jun 18, 2017

Nancy "Lynne" (Ptomey) Massic, 80, passed away June 18, 2017. Born in Alamosa, Colorado, she lived most of her life in Tallmadge.

Lynne retired in 2006 with 36 years as a Speech Therapist with Mayfield City Schools and was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. She served in many capacities in...

Mary  "Kate" C (Goad)  Sparks

Mary "Kate" C (Goad) Sparks

Jun 14, 2017

Mary C. "Kate" Sparks, 60, passed away June 14, 2017. Born in Charleston, WV, she lived most of her life in the Akron area.

Mary worked as a caregiver with Ardmore, Inc and enjoyed crocheting, painting, baking and dresses.

She was preceded in death by her son, W.C. Sparks, III; father, Eugene Goad, Sr.

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Patricia A. Arrington

Patricia A. Arrington

Jun 14, 2017

Patricia passed away June 14, 2017, surrounded by her loving family.  She was born in Akron, Ohio on March 22, 1946 and was a loving daughter to Edward and Ann Koveleski (deceased).  A graduate of North High School, Patty retired as a cashier for Acme, with over 25 years of service.  Her outgoing personality and ability to talk to...

William W Modzelewski

William W Modzelewski

Jun 12, 2017

William W. Modzelewski, 85, went home to be with the Lord on June 12, 2017.

William was born in Akron and lived in the Tallmadge area since 1974.  He retired in 1994 from the East Ohio Gas Company with 40 years of service.  William was a member of Our Lady of Victory Church, and  had been an...

Louise Wasson

Louise Wasson

Jun 12, 2017

Louise Wasson, 89, passed away June 12, 2017.  Louise was born December 29, 1927, in Cains Store, Kentucky, to parents Jacob and Lola Garner.

Louise was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Glenn; daughter, Donna, great granddaughter, Alyssa; sister, Peggy Patterson; and brother, Jacob and Howard Garner.

She is survived by her...

Robin E Haemmerlin

Robin E Haemmerlin

Jun 8, 2017

Robin E. Haemmerlin, 59, passed away June 8, 2017. Born in Akron, where she lived most of her life.

Robin was an avid animal lover and active participant in horseback riding at Pegasus Riding Academy for the handicap.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Dorothy Haemmerlin; sisters, Penny and Pam.

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Betty J (Hazelett)  Huffman

Betty J (Hazelett) Huffman

Jun 8, 2017

Betty J. Huffman, 84, passed away June 8, 2017.  Born in Akron, she lived most of her life in Tallmadge.

Betty retired with 27 years of service as a Supervisor at Mac Tac and a member of the Tallmadge Primetimers. She loved playing cards, doing puzzles, crafts, long drives and traveling the backroads. Betty was considered everybody's...

Richard Frantz Keel

Richard Frantz Keel

Jun 6, 2017

Richard Frantz Keel, 89, passed away on June 6, 2017 due to complications from pneumonia.  He was born in Tallmadge to Evelyn and DeWitt Keel on September 9, 1927.

Richard worked full time at Goodyear while a student at East High School. He graduated from the University of Akron and earned a master degree from Kent State....

Amy E. (Nowels)  Stewart

Amy E. (Nowels) Stewart

Jun 1, 2017

Amy E. Nowels-Stewart, 44, passed away June 1, 2017. She was born and lived all of her life in the Akron area.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Ronald Nowels and Cinda Jenney.

Amy is survived by her children, Jamison and Mary; sister, Jenifer Miletti of Massillon; step dad, Doug Jenney of Akron,...

Janet Maxine Palcko

Janet Maxine Palcko

May 31, 2017

Janet Maxine Palcko, 84, passed away May 26, 2017.

Born in Nemacolin, PA, Janet has lived in Tallmadge since 1998.

She retired in 1986 as a retail supervisor for Procter & Gamble and was a member of Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church.

Janet was preceded in death by her parents Roy and...

Joann Fielding

Joann Fielding

May 29, 2017

JoAnn Fielding, 81, passed away May 29, 2017.

Born in Parkersburg, West Virginia, Joan had lived in Mogadore since 1976.

She was preceded in death by her husband, John H.; son, James A. Pinkerton; and brother, Robert Piggot.

JoAnn is survived by her son, Bill Pinkerton, and brothers Denzel and Gary Piggott.

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William H. Ward

William H. Ward

May 26, 2017

William H. Ward, Sr., 85, passed away May 26, 2017. Born in Akron, he lived in the Tallmadge area all of his life.

William served in the Air Force during the Korean War, was the owner of WH Ward Excavating and a life member of (CORSAIR) Model Aircraft Club.

He was preceded in death by...

Rose D'Attoma

Rose D'Attoma

May 25, 2017

Rose D'Attoma, 91 of Tallmadge, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on May 25, 2017. Born in Conversano, Bari, Italy, she had lived in Tallmadge since 1974.

Rose was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother as well as friend. She loved to cook, especially for family on Sundays and was known for her Focaccia...

Jean Barber Williams

Jean Barber Williams

May 10, 2017

Jean Williams, 90, passed away May 10, 2017 from Alzheimer's.

She was born in Akron, on November 22nd 1926.

Jean lived in Tallmadge for 50 years, and Cuyahoga Falls for 40 years.

Jean was a waitress in many local restaurants including Tangiers for 40 years.

She worked with the Gennesaret soup...

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