Obituaries
Mary L. Brosch
Sep 27, 2014
Mary L. Brosch, 92, passed away September 27, 2014. She was born in Holmes County, lived in the Coventry/Uniontown areas and had been employed as secretary at Coventry High School. Mary was a member of Lakeview Christian Church, VFW Auxiliary #3383 and was a founding member of the Portage Lakes Chapter of AARP. She loved local sports, bowling and especially...
Orpha G. Harkins
Sep 23, 2014
"Together Again" Orpha G. Harkins, age 89, passed away September 23, 2014. She retired from the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company. Preceded in death by her husband, John; and sister, Opal Mercure, Orpha is survived by her sisters, Mabel Wiles, Genevieve Pentony, Ruth Mercure, Lucille Beavers and Alice Shannon; and many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from...
Neva L. Hershman
Sep 23, 2014
II Corinthians 5:8 “And we are not afraid – for to be ABSENT FROM THE BODY is to be PRESENT WITH THE LORD”.
Neva L. Hershman, 100 years plus three months, went to be with her heavenly Father on September 23, 2014.
Born in Philippi, West Va. on June 7, 1914 to Lloyd and Molly (Bennett) Upton, she...
David W. Swartz
Sep 19, 2014
David W. Swartz, age 63, passed away unexpectedly on September 19, 2014.
He was born in Ravenna and raised in Suffield, graduating from Field High School in 1970. After serving in the U.S. Navy, David became a Registered Nurse and formerly worked at Robinson Memorial Hospital. He had a deep faith, and attended Faith Family Church. David loved outdoor...
John J. Stober
Sep 15, 2014
John Stober was born on January 14 in Louisville, Ky. during the Great Flood of 1937. His mother, Mary, was transported by boat to the hospital to deliver John, the youngest of eight children. His place as the youngest child put no damper on his success and his place in the world. Despite difficulties in childhood and young adulthood, he...
Anna Jane "Susie" Nestor
Sep 15, 2014
Anna Jane “Susie” Nestor-Turille, 76 years, died unexpectedly September 15, 2014 in her sleep.
Throughout her journeys, she always considered Mogadore her home. Preceded in death by her parents, Okey H. and Gladys Nestor; and brother, Bob Nestor. She is survived by sons, Stuart Turille Jr. and Terry Turille, both of Wilmington, N.C., and Randy Turille of Lynchburg, Va.;...
Penny L Mollohan
Sep 10, 2014
Penny L. Mollohan (Lawrence), 52, born February 24, 1962, joined her infant daughter, Tabitha and parents, William A. Lawrence and Carolyn J. Boling in Heaven on September 10, 2014.
Penny was a graduate of Springfield High School, excelling in grades as well as many sports. She played on the first softball team to win state champions with then, coach...
John F. Hillenbrand
Sep 10, 2014
John F. Hillenbrand, 85, of North Canton, passed away on September 10, 2014.
A graduate of St. Mary’s Catholic High School, he served proudly in the U.S. Army, mustering out as M.P. Sergeant. John retired in 1987 from the U.S. Postal Service after 36 years of service and had also been employed 33 years at Chapel Hill Sears Automotive....
Lily Esta Asente
Sep 10, 2014
Lily Esta Asente, born on August 18, 2014, 24 days old, passed on September 10, 2014.
Her beautiful soul was greeted with open arms by her great-grandparents, Stephen and Esta Smith, Vernon and Angeline Clapp, Coleman and Julia Beahn, and Michele Asente. She will be thought of and remembered by parents, Matthew and Jennifer Asente; big brother, Coleman; nanas...
Kenneth L. Rinehart
Sep 7, 2014
Kenneth L. Rinehart, age 67, passed away peacefully with his brother and sister-in-law at his side on Sunday, September 7th after a long battle with diabetes and its numerous complications.
He graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School and BGSU, becoming a middle school history teacher and coach in the Brookville school district in southwest Ohio. He cherished the memories...
Marie Louise D'Amicone
Sep 5, 2014
Marie Louise “Weisie” D’Amicone, age 60, went home to be with the Lord on September 5, 2014.
Born in Akron, she worked at Weaver Industries and United Disabilities. Marie enjoyed music, especially the Beatles, working puzzles, coloring, bowling and dancing.
Preceded in death by her parents, Orie and Marguerite; she is survived by sisters, Anna Marie (Tom) Nemcheck,...
Robin Lynn Watson
Sep 5, 2014
Robin L. Watson (Scofield) died at home on September 5, 2014.
Robin was surrounded by the wonderful memories of her grandchildren. Robin’s son, Christopher Watson and her three grandchildren, Amber, Kalie and Bryce Watson were the true loves of her life. Robin was thrilled to share the honor of helping raise three lovely grandchildren.
Robin leaves behind her...
Frank E. Auman
Sep 5, 2014
Frank E. Auman passed away September 5, 2014.
He was born to Joseph and Gatha (Kinney) Auman in Terra Alta, West Va. on March 27, 1935. After graduating high school, Frank grabbed his child bride and headed to Akron, where he worked at Goodyear for 38 years, then at National Machine for 15 years. To say he lived a...
Virginia Eileen Ferrell
Sep 4, 2014
Virginia Eileen “Jennie” Ferrell, age 83, went home to be with the Lord on September 4, 2014.
Born in Leadmine, West Va., she lived in the Akron area most of her life. Jennie retired from Akron City Hospital as an LPN, and was a member of TOPS OH #1384. She was an avid Cleveland Indians fan and enjoyed reading...
Peggy Lynn Ball
Sep 3, 2014
Peggy Lynn Ball, age 58, passed away September 3, 2014.
Born in Akron, she lived most of her life in Akron and Cuyahoga Falls. Preceded in death by her husband, Robert W. Ball; father, Donald Long; and brother, Donald Richard. She is survived by son, Donald (Angie) Ball; grandchildren, Dylan and Alivia; mother, Patricia; sister, Diane (Dan) Bittaker; nieces,...
Mack Arden Stapleton
Sep 1, 2014
Mack Arden Stapleton, passed away Monday, September 1, 2014.
He was born in Barlow, Ky. on 12-22-22 to the late William and Flora Stapleton, and was the last of the family of six brothers and one sister to pass. They will be greeting him in Heaven, along with Betty, his beloved late wife of 53 years. Mack and Betty...
Donald Moody Roberts
Sep 1, 2014
Donald Moody Roberts, 89, went home to be with his Lord September 1, 2014.
He was born in Meadville, Pa. and lived in the Mogadore, Akron and Greentown areas. Don graduated from Mogadore High School and was drafted into the U.S. Army. As PFC 1st class, he served with the 8th Division, 121st Regiment at D-Day (Normandy, France), Battle...
Deborah J. Steinel
Sep 1, 2014
Deborah J. Steinel, age 62, passed away Monday, September 1, 2014.
She was born in Akron on March 23, 1952 and lived in Randolph, Ohio. Debbie graduated from Waterloo High School and was a full-time wife, mother and grandmother. She was a member of Ohio High School Athletic Association, and OGSO. Debbie enjoyed umpiring baseball and softball, and especially...
Cloyd G. "Butch" Wiggins
Sep 1, 2014
Cloyd G. “Butch” Wiggins, age 72, passed away on September 1, 2014 after a short illness.
Butch retired from U.P.S., and was a hardworking family man with a great sense of humor. He loved his cars and was a master of all trades. There was nothing he couldn’t accomplish and nothing he was afraid to try. Butch was extremely...
Steve Marko
Aug 30, 2014
Steve Marko, age 84, joined his beloved wife, Carolyn on August 30, 2014.
He was born in Akron, and lived in Mogadore for over 45 years. Steve was the owner of Marko Body Shop for more than 60 years. One of Steve’s passions was being a horseman and breeder of state and national champion quarter horses. He was a...