obituaries

Nov 2, 2016

Kenneth E. Norman, 64, passed away November 2, 2016. Born in Akron, he was a life residence of the Tallmadge area.

Kenneth retired as an Elevator Mechanic at IUEC Local 45 with 40 years of service. He was president of the Hot Stove Baseball League, and enjoyed golfing, camping, boating and fishing.

Kenneth is survived...

Oct 24, 2016

Gus Kanarios, 83, passed away peacefully at his home in Tallmadge, Ohio on October 24, 2016.  He was born in Chios, Greece on August 14, 1933 to parents Michael and Evangeline Kanarios.  In the early 1960s, Gus left Greece for Akron, Ohio to pursue a better life for his family.  He was the youngest of seven siblings, and with...

Oct 19, 2016

Sue Adams, 92, passed away October 19, 2016. Born in Etowah, Tennessee, she lived in Tallmadge since 1961.

Sue retired with over 30 years of service with Goodyear, working as a Secretary in Advertising, a Receptionist and was promoted to Business Manager of Goodyear Hall as one of the first female managers at Goodyear. She coordinated all...

Oct 16, 2016

Joshua Russell Pettit passed away unexpectedly and went home to be with his Lord Jesus.

He is survived by his parents, Jim and Robbie Pettit; brother, Jimmy Pettit; sister, Jennifer (Scott) Bowser; grandparents, Russell Pettit and Shirley Millman, Ray and Ada Kruger.

There will be a private memorial service for family only.

In...

Oct 13, 2016

David L. Nienhius, 62, passed away October 13, 2016. He was born in Akron, and lived all of his life there.

David worked 30 years as an Insurance Agent with Farmer's Ins. He was a graduate from the University of Akron and an avid golfer.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Doris and...

Oct 12, 2016

Robin R. Covey, 55, of Akron OH passed away Tuesday October 11th,2016 at Summit Villa Nursing Home after a long battle with her health.

Robin R. Covey was born June 11th 1961 her parents Paul and Shirley Weslek.

She is survived by her step children, Wendy Covey-Branham (husband Josh), Penny Covey; 5 grandchildren, Donnie, Cheynne,...

Oct 12, 2016

Paul Edward Weakland, 89, of Akron, Ohio went to be with his Lord on October 12, 2016.

Born August 17, 1927 in Barnesboro, PA, Paul joined the Army in 1945 and served in France as part of the Ordnance Disposal Unit and was honorably discharged in March of 1947.  He loved to travel and took many driving...

Oct 10, 2016

Margaret (Orr) Bumpas, 90, passed away at home Monday, October 10, 2016. Mrs. Bumpas (known to many as 'Mrs. B'), along with her late husband Herbert J. Bumpas, founded Bumpas Emporium and Drug.

Margaret was born April 30, 1926 and was a Tallmadge resident her entire life. She graduated from Tallmadge High School in 1944 and became...

Oct 9, 2016

Born August 27, 1992, Antonio left to be in the loving arms of the Lord on October 9, 2016 after a long battle.

Antonio leaves behind his parents, John and Sherri Iannacchione; sister and brother in law, Francesca and Zac Howard; grandparents, Domenico and Lina Iannacchione, Woody and Peg Johnston. Antonio also leaves behind a large and...

Oct 9, 2016

Margaret J. Powell, 95, went home to be with the Lord, October 9, 2016 surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Akron, Margaret had lived most of her life in the Goodyear Heights area.  She was a graduate of East High School Orientals and considered herself a member of the greatest generation.  Margaret attended Buchtel College, and...

Oct 7, 2016

Pamela Ann Wilson, 59, passed away October 7, 2016. Born in Akron, she lived in Tallmadge most of her life.

Pamela enjoyed reading, doing puzzles, listening to music, sewing, and loved children.

She was preceded in death by her father, Frederick Wilke.

Pamela is survived by her husband, Wayne; daughter, Jennifer (Jim) Penny...

Oct 7, 2016

Born in Akron, Ohio to the late John C. and Maria Floasiu, along with brothers, John and Dan. Ann has been joyfully reunited with her beloved husband, William (Albie) Davies who passed away in 2004; daughter, Amanda (Susie) Davies (1984); granddaughter, Erin Tomaiko (2009); and grandson, Robert (Bobby) Franjesh (2014).

Ann enjoyed playing bridge, dancing, reading, shopping...

Oct 4, 2016

Olive Paquin LaMancusa, 92, passed away on Tuesday, October 4, 2016. Born in Akron, Ohio on May 7, 1924, she was the daughter of Jacob Paquin, an immigrant brewmaster from the Alsace-Lorraine region of France and Mary Huber of Akron, Ohio. The couple settled in Akron where Olive's father opened a fledgling company called NORKA Beverage Company on Spicer...

Oct 2, 2016

George A. Richards, 83, passed away October 2, 2016. Born in Carlos, Maryland, he lived in the Tallmadge area most of his life.

George served in the U.S. Army, retired from Dominion East Ohio as a Heating and Air Conditioning Technician and was a member of First Congregational Church of Tallmadge. He enjoyed working on cars. There...

Oct 1, 2016

John Zuravel, 94, passed away October 1, 2016. Born in Rivesville, West Virginia, and lived in Akron most of his life.

John served as a Ranger in the U.S. Army during WW II and was a machinist at Parker-Hannifin. He was a life member of the Airport VFW, Sons of Herman and loved gambling at casinos.

Sep 28, 2016

Barbara Lee Ferguson, 81, passed away September 28, 2016.

Born in Akron, Barbara had lived all her life in the Akron area.  She graduated from Buchtel High School.  Barbara was retired from Sears at Chapel Hill and was a member of St. Matthew Parish.  Barbara enjoyed painting.

Barbara is survived by her husband, Bob; daughters,...

Sep 28, 2016

Mary Flach, 86, of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio passed away on September. 28, 2016.

She was born in Jarmina, Yugoslavia on November 16, 1929 and came to the USA in 1951.  She proudly became an American citizen in 1959.  She fulfilled her dream raising 5 children, nurturing 12 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren with wonderful meals and pastries. ...

Sep 26, 2016

Carol Shillingburg, 88, passed away September 26, 2016.

Born in Stow, Carol had lived in the Akron area all her life.  She was retired from Roadway after 15 years of service. Carol was an avid Cleveland Indians fan.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl and daughter, Beverly Willen.

Carol is...

Sep 24, 2016

Verna Wooddell, 58, passed away September 24, 2016.  Born in Barberton, she lived most of her life in the Akron area.

She was preceded in death by her brother Daniel Hoffman.

Verna is survived by her son, Joseph Smith of Akron; grandchildren, Mellissa and Tyler; great granddaughter, Sophia; sisters, Roxanne (Lorin) Grewell of Coshocton, Laura...

Sep 22, 2016

Gigi passed into the arms of her Lord on September 22, 2016. She was born in Akron and lived most of her life in Cuyahoga Falls.

She loved to cook for everyone. Gigi enjoyed her flowers, dancing and shopping. She was a loving mother, grandmother and friend.  Gigi was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish,...