Obituaries

Gary L. Vaughn

Gary L. Vaughn

Nov 12, 2019

Gary L. Vaughn, age 72, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 12, 2019. 

Gary was born in Akron to Thatus “Milbern” and Inas “Peggy” Vaughn on December 31, 1946. He attended Ellet High School and retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company after 30 years of service. He was preceded in death by his father, Milbern; brother, Ronnie; and daughter-in-law, Kelly....

David V. Hohlbaugh

David V. Hohlbaugh

Nov 11, 2019

David V. Hohlbaugh, a soldier in God’s Army, was called off the front lines on November 11, 2019, Veterans Day, at the age of 80. He entered into the presence of his beloved Savior, where he heard, “Well done, my good and faithful servant.” David was born and lived in Akron, Ohio and attended Springfield High School. He served his...

Anola May (Cooper) Hoffman

Anola May (Cooper) Hoffman

Nov 10, 2019

5/8/1924 - 11/10/2019 On November 10, 2019, Anola passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family. Anola was born May 8th, 1924 to Russell and Blanche Cooper. A lifelong Akron resident, she grew up on Flint Avenue, attended East High School, and graduated in 1940. Anola married Robert (Bob) Hoffman in 1942, right before he was deployed for World...

Jeffrey William Saracsan

Jeffrey William Saracsan

Nov 9, 2019

Jeffrey William Saracsan, age 75, died on November 9, 2019 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Born in Cleveland, Ohio on November 26, 1943 to his parents, William Saracsan and Ann Saracsan (Anna Orosz), he graduated from Holgate High School in Defiance, Ohio and went on to receive a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Bowling Green State University in Toledo, Ohio...

Albert R. Sole

Albert R. Sole

Nov 8, 2019

Albert R. Sole, age 92, loving Husband, Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather, passed away on November 8, 2019 to live with his Lord and Savior. Born in Bridgeport, Ohio, Al graduated from Martins Ferry High School and lived most of his life in North Canton and Uniontown, Ohio. He enjoyed being a minister of visitation. Al was a very active...

Judith Ann (Crookston) Reed

Judith Ann (Crookston) Reed

Nov 6, 2019

Judith Ann (Crookston) Reed went home to be with the Lord on November 6th, 2019 at the age of 61. Born in Akron, she stayed close to home living in the Akron area all her life. She graduated from Lake High School and went on to attend Akron City Hospital’s Idabelle Firestone School of Nursing and the University of Akron,...

Kenneth Lyle Gates

Kenneth Lyle Gates

Nov 5, 2019

Kenneth Lyle Gates, age 82, went home to be with the Lord on November 5, 2019 surrounded by his loving family, after a short but brave battle with cancer. Born in Parkersburg, W. Va., to his beautiful mother, Lura Gates, he lived most of his life in the Akron area before moving to Hanoverton, Ohio after retirement. A veteran of...

Steven C. Fuller

Steven C. Fuller

Nov 4, 2019

Steven C. Fuller, age 72, passed away on November 4, 2019. Born in Ravenna, he was a life resident of Mogadore, graduating from Mogadore High School in 1965. Steve served in the U.S. Army and had a longtime career in the HVAC industry. He was a member of Mogadore Moose Lodge No. 1082 and enjoyed Ohio sports and spending time...

Doris J. Maccioli (Craft)

Doris J. Maccioli (Craft)

Nov 2, 2019

Doris J. Maccioli (Craft), age 86, went home to be with the Lord, November 2, 2019, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Akron, she lived in the Akron/Suffield areas all her life and attended Springfield Local Schools. Doris retired after 35 years from the Reichhold Chemical Co. and was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. She enjoyed boating...

Roberta L. Zimmerman

Roberta L. Zimmerman

Oct 28, 2019

Roberta Zimmerman passed away October 28, 2019 after a brief illness. She was born December 6, 1938, the only child of Roy and Louise Purbaugh. She graduated from Buchtel High School Class of 1957. Roberta was in Rainbow Girls as a teenager, that’s where she met the love of her life, Bob Zimmerman. Together they celebrated 58 years of marriage....

Victoria L. "Vicki" Stevens

Victoria L. "Vicki" Stevens

Oct 24, 2019

Victoria L. “Vicki” Stevens, age 71, passed away on October 24, 2019. Born in Akron to Lewis and Sylvia Moss, she lived most of her life in the Akron area. Vicki retired from the Akron Public Schools, where she was a secretary for many years. She enjoyed traveling, cross stich, and was an excellent seamstress. Vicki loved spending time with...

Gerald J. May

Gerald J. May

Oct 22, 2019

Gerald J. May, age 92, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2019, surrounded by his family. Born in Akron to Fred and Edna May, he was a lifetime area resident. Gerald was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving during World War II and was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church. He was employed as Vice President for Horning...

Silva F. Nelson

Silva F. Nelson

Oct 21, 2019

Silva Fabiyola Tütünciyan Nelson May 9, 1973 – October 21, 2019 With her family at her side, Silva passed away at home on October 21, 2019 after courageously battling lung cancer for almost four years. Silva Fabiyola Tütünciyan, age 46, was born May 9, 1973 in Istanbul, Turkey, the oldest of two daughters to Arşaluys Tütünciyan. Silva and her younger...

Craig "Big Al" Cope

Craig "Big Al" Cope

Oct 20, 2019

Craig “Big Al” Cope, age 48, passed away peacefully on October 20, 2019 after a courageous battle. A life resident of Akron, Craig loved fishing, animals and children. He was a loving son, brother and uncle who will be deeply missed. Preceded in death by his father, Alan Bushner, Craig is survived by his mother, Donna Lee Cope; brother, Alan...

Patricia June McLaughlin

Patricia June McLaughlin

Oct 19, 2019

Patricia (Pat) June McLaughlin (Pat) passed away peacefully on October 19, 2019. She leaves behind her husband of 61 years, Robert (Bob) McLaughlin; daughters, Judge Kelly McLaughlin and Christie (Timothy) McLaughlin-Peeper; granddaughters, Erin and Alexandra Glascock; sisters, Pam Piland and Cindy Ulrich; and dear friend, Marilyn Warner. She is preceded in death by her sister, Penee Castiglia. Pat was the...

Lester M. Newman

Lester M. Newman

Oct 14, 2019

Lester M. Newman Jr. Lester M. “Butch” Newman Jr., age 76, went home to be with the Lord on October 14, 2019. Les was born in Little Falls, NY, and grew up in Dolgeville, NY. He served in the United States Air Force from 1962 to 1966. Les retired after many years of working in car sales, and liked watching...

Keturah Viola (Wagler) Miller

Keturah Viola (Wagler) Miller

Oct 13, 2019

Keturah Viola (Wagler) Miller, age 90, wife of Daniel L. Miller entered into rest Sunday, October 13, 2019 at their home in Uniontown, Ohio surrounded by her family. She was born in Montgomery In. on January 4, 1929 to the late Harvey and Susanna Wagler; and is survived by her husband, Daniel L.; and six children, Walter (Wilma) Miller of...

James Jarrell

James Jarrell

Oct 10, 2019

James Jarrell, age 78, went home to be with the Lord on October 10, 2019. Born in Akron, he lived most of his life in the Suffield area and graduated from Suffield High School, Class of 1961. Jim retired from Goodyear where he spent most of his career at the Stow Mold Plant. He served on the Suffield Volunteer Fire...

Jerry Hershman

Jerry Hershman

Oct 10, 2019

Jerry Hershman, born March 3, 1940 was called by his Lord to his heavenly home on October 10, 2019. He was the son of the late Okey A. and Neva (Upton) Hershman. On June 27, 1965 he married the love of his life, Janet (Jan) Linger who preceded him to Heaven on June 21, 2018. Surviving is a son, Wesley...

Raymond L. Wimer

Raymond L. Wimer

Oct 8, 2019

"Together Again" Raymond L. Wimer, age 87, passed away suddenly on October 8, 2019. Born in New Castle, Pa., he lived in the Akron area since 1972. Ray was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was a hard worker and a good husband and father. Ray was proud to be a member of the NRA and enjoyed hunting and...