Obituaries
Jeanette Sue Adams
Oct 19, 2014
Jeanette Sue Adams, age 67, passed away October 19, 2014.
She was born in Tennessee and was a devoted homemaker. Sue liked spending time with her dog, Sammie; gardening and especially being with her family. Preceded in death by her parents, Truman and Mildred McPeek; son, Joey; and sister, Joanne. She is survived by sons, Jason (Jessie), Dennis (Tina);...
Rosemary Elton
Oct 17, 2014
Rosemary Elton, age 79, went home to be with the Lord on October 17, 2014.
She was born in Akron, and graduated from Randolph High School in 1953. Rosemary was a bookkeeper for 50 years, and was a member of St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in Cuyahoga Falls for over 40 years. Preceded in death by her parents, Michael and...
Elson B. "Red" Decker
Oct 16, 2014
Elson B. “Red” Decker, age 86, passed away October 16, 2014.
Born in Rochester, Pa., he lived in Lakemore most of his life, serving for 27 years on the Lakemore Fire Department before retiring in 1993. Mr. Decker was employed with General Tire, retiring in 1982 after 25 years of service, and was a member of the General Tire...
Hazel Lucille Burt (nee Wise)
Oct 16, 2014
Hazel Lucille Burt, age 92, passed away peacefully October 16, 2014 surrounded by her loving family, and entered into the presence of the Lord.
Hazel lived in the Mogadore area most of her life, the last 65-plus years in the same family home. She retired from the General Tire cafeteria and was a member of the Akron-Springfield Assembly of...
John Eugene "Gene" Collett
Oct 15, 2014
John Eugene “Gene” Collett, age 89, completed his earthly journey on October 15, 2014, the anniversary of his dear wife’s birthday, surrounded by his family, and went on to eternal glory with his God and Savior.
John Eugene Collett was born on September 2, 1925 in Montrose, West Virginia, the son of Maurie Jay and Deborah Hazel (Ferguson) Collett....
Gladys V. Steinwand
Oct 12, 2014
Gladys V. Steinwand, 94, passed away October 12, 2014.
She was born in Rosby Rock, W. Va., lived most of her life in the Akron area and was employed over 20 years with Rogers Manufacturing. Gladys enjoyed Sunday dancing at the Kimbolton Firehouse, and had a love for collecting anything to do with horses. She enjoyed her grandchildren and...
Lester W. Cutlip Sr.
Oct 10, 2014
Lester W. Cutlip Sr. “Tiny”, age 76, passed away on October 10, 2014.
Born in Diana, W. Va., he served in the Air Force, and was a truck driver for 36 years, retiring from Shane Trucking. Lester loved hanging out with his family and friends, and enjoyed playing cards, shooting pool and making a dollar.
Preceded in death...
David W. Mealer
Oct 10, 2014
David “Dave” W. Mealer, age 47, went home to be with the Lord on October 10, 2014.
An avid “toolman”, Dave enjoyed using his tools and knowledge to give a helping hand to those in need. He was a generous man, loving husband, good father and awesome grandpa. Dave was looking forward to giving his grandson the best experiences...
L. Betha Gibbons
Oct 9, 2014
L. Betha Gibbons, age 49, passed away October 9, 2014.
She was preceded in death by her father, James Gibbons; and brother, Chad Palek. Betha is survived by her son, Nicholas Gibbons; granddaughter, Sophie; parents, Judy and Larry Palek and Joyce Gibbons; brothers, Chris (Kathi) Gibbons, Heith (Edie) Palek and Shawn (Misty) Palek; and sisters, Aimee (Scott) Gibbons and...
Karen E. O'Brien (nee Herman)
Oct 8, 2014
Karen E. O’Brien, age 58, passed away suddenly on October 8, 2014, and is now with the Lord.
Born in Akron, Karen was a life resident of the area, and dedicated her life to helping others. She loved working on crafts, especially making quilts, but most of all she loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them. Karen...
Elizabeth Virginia Jones (nee Patton)
Oct 4, 2014
Elizabeth Virginia Jones, born September 8, 1920 in Akron, Ohio, passed away on October 4, 2014 surrounded by the love of family.
Elizabeth, known by her friends as Pat, graduated in 1942 from Kent State University and taught for two years in a one-room schoolhouse in Polk, Ohio. She then obtained a job with the Akron Public School System...
Laura M. (Willoughby) Hardesty
Oct 2, 2014
Laura M. Hardesty, 67, passed away October 2, 2014 at her home.
She was born in Kent, graduated in 1965 from Field High School where she was a majorette and member of the basketball and track teams. Laura was employed 23 years with Kemper Insurance Company as a claims typist and lived in Mogadore the past 39 years.
...
Frank Klettlinger
Sep 27, 2014
MOGADORE/SUFFIELD -- Frank Klettlinger, age 88, passed away peacefully on September 27, 2014, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Akron, he lived in Suffield for more than 60 years where he owned and operated Klettlinger Greenhouse with his wife, Dora. Frank was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during World War II as an interpreter and helping to...
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...
Subscribe
Get alerts when new obituaries are posted
