Obituaries
Margaret A. Kungle (nee White)
Mar 10, 2016
Margaret, a quiet, gentle and private woman did gracefully slip away from us March 10, 2016. Make no mistake – grace does not preclude weakness. A woman of strength, determination and a fighting spirit, she faced and overcame many hurdles in life. At age 71, she died on her terms! A lifelong resident of Barberton, she raised and loved her two...
Doris M. Bailey
Mar 9, 2016
Doris M. Bailey, age 82, went home to be with the Lord on March 9, 2016. She was a life resident of Akron, and graduated from North High School. Doris was a member of New Horizons Christian Church, and was an avid bowler, winning many trophies. Doris is survived by her husband of 60 years, Richard; daughter, Marie Rumpler; grandchildren, Steven...
Ellenore V. Anderson
Mar 8, 2016
Ellenore V. Anderson, age 89, went home to be with the Lord on March 8, 2016. Born in Weston, W. Va., Ellenore lived in the Akron area most of her life, and was a homemaker. Preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth; and daughter, Dottie Becker, she is survived by sons, Kenneth Jr., Chuckie, David and Wayne; daughters, Carol Durgin, Brenda...
Ethel Carr
Mar 7, 2016
Ethel Carr, age 97½, went to join her husband, Ford on March 7, 2016. Born in Akron, she was a resident of Uniontown for the last 30 years, and prior to that spent 23 years living in Westboro, Mass. Ethel was Past President of the PTA at both Hatton and Hyre schools. She enjoyed playing Bridge, loved the ocean, and liked...
Wallace T. Brain
Mar 7, 2016
Wallace T. Brain, Sr., formerly of Warren, Ohio was born February 7, 1923 in Homestead, Pennslvania, and went to be with the Lord on March 7, 2016. Wally married Helen Williams on May 15, 1943, in Columbia, South Carolina. He served with the U.S. Army as a staff sergeant and was a veteran of World War II where he was...
Robert Ellis Calhoun
Mar 6, 2016
Robert Ellis Calhoun, 87, went home to be with the Lord, March 6, 2016. He was born in Akron and retired from Goodyear Aerospace after 38 years of service. Robert was a member of The Chapel in Green. Preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Eleanor Calhoun; he is survived by his wife of 63 years, Nancy Sue; sons, Sam...
Jacob A. "Art" Hohl
Mar 3, 2016
Jacob A. “Art” Hohl, age 81, passed away on March 3, 2016. Born in Akron, he graduated from Coventry High School. Art was employed as a welder with Frank J. Stolitzka & Son and also as a ranger at Valley View Golf Course. He volunteered as a Boy Scout Leader and for the Core Group at Habitat for Humanity. Art served...
L.M. "RED" Hamrick
Mar 3, 2016
L.M. “RED” Hamrick Born on July 24, 1934 in Webster Springs, W. Va. on his mother’s 21st birthday, passed away March 3, 2016, peacefully in his sleep with his family at his bedside, at the age of 81. Red had a full life of family, fun and of course, a very strong work ethic. The gift he received from God early...
Theresa J. Stouffer (nee Browning)
Mar 3, 2016
Theresa J. Stouffer (nee Browning), 88, passed away peacefully at home on March 2, 2016, surrounded by her family. Theresa was born on February 10, 1928, in Akron and was a graduate of East High School. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, and is survived by her husband of 68 years, Alphious “Clark” Stouffer Jr.; children, Allen...
John Pleli
Mar 2, 2016
John Pleli, age 69, passed away on March 2, 2016 after a long illness. Born in Vienna, Austria, he lived in the Akron area most of his life. John enjoyed motorcycles and his pets, Mickey, Mollie and Sweetie. Preceded in death by his parents, Jacob and Anna Pleli; brother, Adam; and sister, Elizabeth Wiegandt; John is survived by his wife of...
Jack W. Keller
Mar 2, 2016
Jack W. Keller We celebrate the life of Jack Keller, 86, who went home to be with the Lord on March 2, 2016. Jack was a lifelong resident of the Akron area, residing in Mogadore for over 55 years. Preceded in death by his much-adored wife of 49 years, Natalie Keller, he is survived by his daughter, Laura McDowall; sons, Jeffrey...
Arthur F. Kenepp
Feb 29, 2016
Arthur F. Kenepp, age 95, passed away on February 29, 2016. Art was a lifelong resident of the Ellet/Springfield area. Graduating from Ellet High School in 1938, he attended Akron University and Kent State University. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the Army Air Corps. He served in the Air Force Reserve for 28 years, attaining the...
Macel L. Croston
Feb 27, 2016
"Together Again" Macel L. Croston, age 86, went home to be with the Lord February 27, 2016 after a long illness. Born in Philippi, West Virginia, to Alston and Alberta (Kennedy) Newman, Macel lived in Green, Ohio over 60 years. She was a loving homemaker for her family and will be dearly missed. Preceded in death by her husband, Samuel; granddaughter,...
Mary Louise Dailey
Feb 23, 2016
Mary Lou Dailey, age 83, went to be with the Lord on February 23, 2016 after a brief illness. Born in Akron, she graduated from South High School in 1950 and retired from Ohio Bell. Mary Lou was a loving wife, mother and aunt. Preceded in death by her husband, Gene; her parents; sisters; and grandson. She is survived by her...
Mary Regina Giovanini (McCausland)
Feb 23, 2016
Mary Regina Giovanini (McCausland), age 85, passed away on the evening of Tuesday, February 23rd, 2016 at Bath Manor in Bath. She was born at home in Akron, Ohio on September 26, 1930 to James and Phebe (Owens) McCausland. She was the second oldest of seven children. Mary loved to cook. She often made Italian food, a cuisine she learned from...
Allynne Hope Dickman
Feb 20, 2016
Allynne Hope Dickman, age 86, went home to be with the Lord February 20, 2016. Preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence; she is survived by sons, Larry and Doug; daughter, Wendy Reynolds; seven grandchildren; two great grandchildren; brother, Peter Vonderau; and sister, Patricia Jones. Friends and family will be received Thursday, from 5 to 7 p.m., at Hopkins Lawver Funeral...
Howard E. Grable
Feb 19, 2016
Born on August 3, 1963 to parents Howard and Sylvia Grable, Howard E. Grable, Jr. died on February 19, 2016 of a heart attack. He was 52. Howard was employed as an ASE Certified automotive painter and car body repairman for Progressive/Remlinger Car Dealer in Massillon for 30 years. He loved hunting with his father, riding his motorcycle alongside his...
Mary Rose Schnars
Feb 19, 2016
Mary Rose Schnars, age 91, passed away on February 19, 2016. Born in Pittsburgh, Pa., and recently of Uniontown, Ohio, she retired from Penn Hills School District and was a member of Uniontown United Methodist Church. Her passion was her family, friends, a good card game and the music of a “1940’s” big band. She was unselfish, a friend to all...
Bonnie J. La Fontaine
Feb 17, 2016
"Together Again" Bonnie J. La Fontaine “Granny”, age 84, passed away February 17, 2016. Born in Akron, she lived in the Mogadore area most of her life. Bonnie loved being a homemaker and keeping a spotless house. She also enjoyed working on crossword puzzles and spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Bonnie is preceded in death by her husband,...
Trygve Daniel Schnyders
Feb 17, 2016
Trygve Daniel Schnyders entered into the arms of Jesus on February 17, 2016 at 3:35 p.m. He was born at 11:39 a.m. on Monday, November 23, 2015 to parents Anthony and Danielle Schnyders. During his short life, he brought light, life, and joy to those who knew and loved him. His contagious smile was a source of delight to all. While...