Obituaries

Jun 9, 2020

WILMA COOPER

Wilma Cooper, 89, of North Canton, Ohio, passed away at Jackson Ridge Rehabilitation and Care on June 9, 2020. She was born in Chloe, West Virginia, July 5, 1930 to the late Leslie and Susie Watkins and was one of 16 children gracing the Watkins family.

Preceding Wilma in death is her husband,...

Jun 9, 2020

SHIRLEY E. DETWILER

Shirley Elaine “Hon” Detwiler, 91, went home to be with the Lord, June 9, 2020. Born May 12, 1929 in Cameron County, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Mack and Mildred Detwiler.

An area resident most of her life, she attended Akron Springfield Assembly of God. Her faith never wavered...

Jun 6, 2020

James “Jim” Kenneth Jarvis passed away peacefully on June 6, 2020.  Jim was born on November 4, 1921 to Blair and Leora Jarvis and preceded in death by his parents; brother, Jack; sister, Camilla; and son-in-law, Rich.

He graduated from Weston High School and worked for the Glenn L. Martin Company (Lockheed) in Baltimore, Maryland, until he...

Jun 4, 2020

Daddy, please don't look so sad,

Mama please don't cry.

Cause I am in the arms of Jesus

And He sings me lullabies.

Please, try not to question God,

Don't think He is unkind.

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May 29, 2020

FANNIE JOYCE FAULKNER

Fannie Joyce Faulkner passed away May 29, 2020 at home, surrounded by loving family. Joyce was born at Massillon State Hospital on August 22, 1933 and spent her very early years in a children’s home before joining her family in Akron.

She married her childhood sweetheart and love of her life, Robert...

May 15, 2020

KIRK BLYSTONE

Kirk Blystone, 54, passed away suddenly on May 15, 2020. Kirk was a fun-loving and caring person who loved going to Grateful Dead concerts with his brother. Kirk graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, and then went on to a career as a Research Statistician.

He is survived by his mother, Yvonne (Theodore) Alexander, of Akron;...

May 12, 2020

DORA JANE OLDAKER

Dora Jane Oldaker in the early morning of May 12, 2020, felt the Lord wrap His arms around her and whisper, “Come with me.” She now rests in the perfect place of peace and love.

Dora, one of 16 children, was born to Leslie Watkins and Susie Metheny Watkins on January 30,...

May 4, 2020

DEBORAH L. BEOUGHER

Now in the arms of Jesus, Deborah L. Beougher was welcomed to her eternal home, May 4, 2020.  She was born to Sandra Dunlap Beougher and the late William Beougher on January 6, 1965 in Akron, Ohio.

Debbie’s memory will be cherished always and she will be sadly missed by those who...

Apr 30, 2020

BARBARA ANN WIELAND

Barbara Ann Wieland, 80, of Akron, Ohio, passed away at Glenwood Care Center on April 30, 2020.  She was the daughter of the late Donald and Dorothy Carheart Brode, born in Buffalo, New York on October 3, 1939.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Calvin...

Apr 20, 2020

EVELYN FULMER

“In my Father’s house are many mansions.  I go to prepare a place for you.”  Evelyn Fulmer went to rest in the arms of Jesus, April 20, 2020.  She was born May 25, 1924.

Preceding her in death was her son, Larry Sullivan.

She will be remembered always by those who...

Apr 18, 2020

MILDRED PEARL CRIHFIELD

Mildred Pearl Crihfield, 78, of Lakemore, Ohio, was welcome to her eternal home, April 18, 2020. She is now with her loving husband, Herman, as they walk together hand in hand.

She was born September 1, 1941 in Statts Mill, West Virginia to the late William and Annie Fields Fisher. In addition...

Apr 16, 2020

OLMA D. STIFFLER

Olma D. Stiffler, 91, of Uniontown, Ohio, has taken her final step and crossed the bridge to eternity, April 16, 2020.  She was born in Akron, Ohio on November 13, 1928, daughter of the late George and Amy Jenkins King, Sr.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by...

Apr 9, 2020

LEWIS R. ZEMAN, JR.

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, due to natural causes, Lewis Richard Zeman Jr., more commonly known as “Lewie” on April 9, 2020 at 87 years of age, and a survivor of Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma of 60 years.

Born in Akron...

Apr 7, 2020

RUBY CARPENTER

Ruby B. Carpenter, 93, was welcomed to her eternal home on April 7, 2020.  Born in Clarksburg, West Virginia on April 21, 1926, she was the daughter of the late Bert and Phoebe Miller Malcomb.

A loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Ruby enjoyed being with family and friends after retiring...

Apr 6, 2020

ROBERT NEWMAN FAULKNER

Robert Newman Faulkner passed away April 6, 2020, at Altercare of Alliance.  Robert was born in rural Lawrenceburg, Tennessee on July 31, 1933, but had lived most of his life in the Akron area.

Robert recently celebrated 69 years of marriage with his childhood sweetheart and love of his life, Fannie Joyce...

Apr 4, 2020

ROBERT LELAND SHOOK

Robert Leland “Bobby” Shook, 36, passed away unexpectedly on April 4, 2020. He was born in Akron, Ohio on October 11, 1983 to Scott and Robin Shook.

Bobby was a kind and giving person, always willing to lend a helping hand. He was a loving son, brother, father, grandfather, and loyal friend....

Mar 19, 2020

KENNETH E. LEIB

Kenneth Leib, 84, of Green, went home to be with our Lord, March 19, 2020, surrounded by his family at his home. He was born May 19, 1935 in Akron, to the late Paul S. Leib and Klytia L. Snader Leib.

Kenneth married the love of his life, Nina J. Leib, on...

Mar 17, 2020

EARL DANIEL “DAN” JONES

March 17, 2020, Earl Daniel “Dan” Jones, 88, joined his wife, Dolly, as they continue to grow together in love, happiness, and joy sharing eternity. Dan was born May 26, 1931 in Akron, Ohio to the late Earl Jones and Nola (nee Haught) Jones.

Also preceding Dan in death are brothers,...

Mar 14, 2020

ALEXIS F. HENLEY

Alexis Henley lived her life with kindness and grace. On the morning of March 14, 2020, with her family by her side, Alexis peacefully passed away, after a long courageous battle of 12 years.  A lifelong resident of Uniontown, Ohio, she was born to Charles and Ame Henley on November 25, 1994.

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Feb 27, 2020

MARK RANDY COMBS

Mark Randy Combs, 60, of Uniontown, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly February 27, 2020 at his home. He was born to the late Claude Lewis and Hilma Rosa Higginbotham Combs July 10, 1959 in Oak Hill, West Virginia.

Mark was a loving husband and father. He enjoyed spending time with his family and...