Paul W. Bumgarner, 56, passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2016 after a fierce battle with cancer. Paul was born in Akron to the late Glenn & Elwanda Bumgarner on July 18, 1959 and was a lifelong area resident. He belonged to the Local 88 and worked as a roofer for 29 years. Paul was a simple man, but the...
Cheryl Ann Raskow -CANAL FULTON Cheryl Ann Raskow, 64, passed away unexpectedly on February 16, 2016. Born in Akron on August 2, 1951, Cheryl had lived in Canal Fulton since 2009. Cheryl was preceded in death by her parents Robert & Vincie Raskow and infant brother Ronald. She is survived by her children Jeff & Jennifer (Gorete Moniz) Raskow;...
George Deme Jr., 95, beloved husband, father, uncle, and friend passed away under the loving care of his daughter and son-in-law. (Dad, it was an honor to care for you). He was born in Akron on November 17, 1920 to Anna and George Deme. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He graduated from his beloved...
Our beloved son, Michael Ryan Charles, 24, passed away suddenly on February 13, 2016 at his home in Wexford, Pennsylvania. On March 6, 1991 we were blessed with this gift of a son who has touched us with pride every day that he was with us. Anyone who knew him knows what a kind loving spirited individual he was...
Kristine A. Twigg, 31, went home to be with the Lord Friday, February 12, 2016 surrounded by her family, after a short illness. Born in Akron on September 12, 1984 to Jack & Deanna Twigg, Krissy was a lifelong area resident. She was an accomplished gymnast, starting in preschool and competing through high school. Krissy graduated from Cuyahoga Falls...
We announce with heavy hearts that our beloved mother, Mária Nagy, a saint by most accounts, has passed away at the age of 78. She suffered from advanced heart and kidney disease and ultimately succumbed to their repercussions. She left us on Thursday afternoon, February 11, 2016 to join the Lord peacefully while comforted by her sons, Attila and...
Jeffrey S. Riegger, age 51, passed away February 10, 2016. He was born on July 23, 1964 in Akron, Ohio to the late Hugh and Phyllis Riegger. Jeff was an avid Cleveland Browns and Ohio State fan and always had a knack for making others smile. He will be greatly missed by brothers David (Susan) and Scott (Susie) Riegger...
Donald Sekicky, 85, passed away Sunday morning February 7, 2016 after a long illness. He was born in Akron on February 18, 1930, grew up in Barberton and resided in Green for the majority of his life. He was a 1948 graduate of Barberton High School and served in the U. S. Army during the Korean War. He was...
Shirley Jo Ujhazy (Wein) -GREEN Shirley Jo Ujhazy, 87, passed away on February 7, 2016 at Pebble Creek Care Center. Shirley was born in Akron, OH on Leap Year in 1928. She worked for the Summit Federal Credit Union for over 25 years. Shirley was preceded in death by her husband Ed in 1997 and her sisters Norma Gohlke...
Louis A. Dirker II passed away surrounded by his loving family on February 6, 2016 after a brave and unrelenting battle with cancer. Louis was born August 20, 1948 in Akron, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his parents Louis A. and Eleanor M. Dirker. He was a graduate of Saint Bernard's Grade School and Hoban High School...
Grace Mavrides, 97, passed away Saturday, February 6, 2016 at the Ledges at Rockynol. Grace was born in Bridgeport, CT to the late Christos & Anna Mellas. She married William A. Mavrides in 1950 and they eventually settled in Akron. She proudly returned to college as an adult, nearly completing her Bachelor's degree at the University of Akron. Grace...
Catherine Adelina Cacioppo, 99 1/2, went to be with the Lord Friday, February 5, 2016. Catherine was born August 15, 1916 in Camporeali, Sicily and came to the United States in 1931, living in New York until she married Joseph in 1932 and moved to Akron where she has lived since. She is preceded in death by her husband...
Donald Stump, 82, passed away Thursday, February 4, 2016 at Akron City Hospital. Donald was born October 7, 1933 to Clyde and Jessie (Hall) Stump in Akron and had been an area resident his entire life. He was a veteran of the US Air Force during the Korean War. He was employed by Goodyear Aircraft, Aerospace and Loral for...
Louise Bella (Socha) Daniel, 89, passed away at her home in Akron on February 4, 2016. Born in Garfield, New Jersey on June 21, 1926, she was the last survivor of 11 children of Andrew and Dorothea Socha. She attended Garfield, NJ schools and received a BS degree from New Jersey State Teachers College and an MA degree from...
Jo-Nell Madeline Martin passed away at the age of 65 on Tuesday, February 2, 2016. Born on June 11, 1950 to Richard and Madeline Grill. She was preceded in death by her father Richard B. and sister-in-law Silvia Grill. She leaves behind her dear husband and high school sweetheart John; Sons John Aaron & Erik (Daneen); sweet granddaughter Mykenzie;...
Pete Gajdos, 89, passed away February 1, 2016. He was a first generation American born citizen and served during WWII as a POW guard both stateside and in the Pacific Islands. Pete was very proud of his service to his country. He is retired from the City of Akron Water Treatment Plant. Pete was preceded in death by his...
Larry G. Kollar, 78, passed away Tuesday, February 2, 2016 at his home. Larry was born May 17, 1937 in Akron and had been an Akron area resident his entire life. He was employed by Ohio Edison as a surveyor for over 39 years retiring in 1994. Larry was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church and a former...
Charles Richard Davis (Rick) died unexpectedly Sunday, January 31, 2016 at the age of 63. He was the son of Charles and Grace Davis who preceded him in death. He is survived by his sister, Nancy Meech (Dale), niece Tammy Czarnota (David), and nephew Gerald Meech. He will be greatly missed by many friends: Dick Barger, Dick Gran, Rick...
Funeral Service 1:00 pm Saturday, February 27, 2016 Anthony Funeral Home Kucko-Anthony-Kertesz Chapel 1990 S. Main St Akron, Ohio, United States 44301 Final Resting Place Greenlawn Memorial Park 2580 Romig Road Akron, Ohio, United States 44320
Helen M. Zupancic, 97, passed away Thursday, January 28, 2016 at her home. Helen was born November 4, 1918 to Adam and Anna (Simkanin) Adam in Robbins, OH and has been an area resident most of her life. She was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church and a former member of St. John the Baptist Church and a...