obituaries

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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...

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...

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...

Jun 10, 2017

Together Again On June 10, 2017, Joann A. Holmes, 89, passed into the arms of our Lord after a short illness. Greeted at the gates by her loving husband, Richard Lee; her son, Gregory R. Holmes; her parents, Mary (Ritchie) and Harold Newcomb; and her brother, William. Joann will be deeply missed by the family she was devoted to....

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.

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...

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....

Jun 6, 2017

"TOGETHER AGAIN"

Margaret M. "Peg" (Gavan) Pamer

Margaret M. "Peg" Pamer, 88 of Cuyahoga Falls passed away on 6/6/2017 after a brief illness.

Born on July 15, 1928 in Beaver Falls, PA she was the fourth of five children born to the late John E. Gavan, Sr. and Estella (Hammer) Gavan.

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Jun 5, 2017

Stella Margaret Kunkler, 86, of Stow passed away June 5, 2017, surrounded by her loving family.

Stella was born in Akron on April 9th, 1931, to William and Julia (Berardi) Judge. She graduated from North High School in 1949.

Stella was well known for her extremely active spirit. She was a charter member of the...

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,...

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...

May 29, 2017

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