Obituaries

Sally Fogel

Sally Fogel

Aug 5, 2011

Sally Ann Fogel 74 of Akron passed away peacefully with family by her side on Friday August 5 2011. She was born on March 23 1937 in Massillon. Sally is survived by her sons Scott and Steven Fogel and her loving dog Izzy Boo. She always loved her trips to the beach camping adventures with her sons and spending time...

Alberto Letta

Alberto Letta

Aug 1, 2011

Alberto 'Al' Letta 82 passed away peacefully Aug. 1 2011. A lifelong Akron resident Al was born to Antonio and Louisa Letta on July 5 1929. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister Christina Barbuto; and brothers Mario Salvatore and Joseph. He is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years Joann and daughters Michelle DeVitis Charmaine (Rod)...

Carol Foster

Carol Foster

Aug 1, 2011

Carol Foster 78 of Barberton passed away peacefully on Monday August 1 2011. She was preceded in death by her husband Horace. She is survived by her children Vicki (Glenn) Sutphin Mike (Kathy) Jeff (Margie) and Tim Foster; grandchildren Steve David Danielle Dayna Lindsey Nick Sarah and Matthew 7 great-grandchildren and brother Walt (Shirley) Lewis. Funeral Services will be held...

Geraldine Niam

Geraldine Niam

Jul 27, 2011

Gerrie Niam 85 of Akron passed away peacefully on Wednesday July 27 2011 at The Village at St. Edward. She was the owner of Niam's Parkette for over 40 years. She was preceded in death by her husband Eddie. She is survived by her children Edward Jr. Eric (Linda) and Don Niam of Las Vegas; brothers Paul Salem and Ed...

Mary Keller

Mary Keller

Jul 26, 2011

Mary Catherine Keller nee Gillen died July 26 2011 after suffering from Primary Progressive Aphasia a rare and debilitating disease. At a very young age Mary had a love of nature the arts and of service to others and lived her life paying special attention and care to those things. Mary was a beautiful classy and accomplished woman. She was...

Robert Morris

Robert Morris

Jul 25, 2011

Robert R. Morris (BEEP) passed away suddenly July25 2011. He attended Guardian Angels Catholic Church and was founder and owner of First Flooring & Tile. Bob and Jeannine - his wife of 60 years - were high school sweethearts (St. V's '47'). He is survived by Jeannine; children Mary (Dan) Klatt Bobbi (Jim) Helus Sue (John) DeShon and Keith (Lori)...

David McCauslin

David McCauslin

Jul 22, 2011

David W. McCauslin 52 of Hudson passed away peacefully on Friday July 22 2011. He was born August 12 1958 to Clarence and Gail McCauslin and grew up in Hudson. He graduated from Hudson High School in 1976 and earned his bachelor's degree at the Ohio State University. He met his wife Jill while living in Columbus. David and Jill...

James Sullivan

James Sullivan

Jul 20, 2011

James H. Sullivan 85 of Cuyahoga Falls passed away peacefully on Wednesday July 20 2011. Jim was born on December 16 1925 in Trenton NJ to the late Harold and Helen Sullivan; however he spent most of his life in the Akron area. Jim was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary in the Falls. He was also a Navy...

Frank Pontello

Frank Pontello

Jul 16, 2011

Frank Alfred Pontello 78 joined the Lord on July 16 2011. He was born to Alfred and Ann Pontello on September 4 1932 in Sharpsburg PA. Frank was a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh where he also received his Master of Public Health in Hosptital Administration. He later served in the administration at Western Reserve Psychiatric Institute Clinic and...

Alfreda Stimler

Alfreda Stimler

Jul 14, 2011

Alfreda Ann Stimler (Hesse) 83 of Tallmadge passed away peacefully on July 14 2011. Freddie was born on March 14 1928 in Akron. She attended St. Bernard's Grade School and Sacred Heart Academy. She resided in Stow for 41 years and was a member of Holy Family Parish where she sang in the choir taught Sunday school and was a...

Frank Craig

Frank Craig

Jul 14, 2011

Frank C. Craig 85 died peacefully at home on July 14 2011 after living a life filled with enthusiasm. Born in Bridgeport Connecticut Frank grew up on the East Coast and graduated from Brown University. He started his career in sales with the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company and worked for Goodyear or one of its subsidiaries until his retirement....

Judith Hrabak

Judith Hrabak

Jul 10, 2011

JUDITH HRABAK (nee Bryenton) age 69 passed away July 10 2011 after a long illness. Born August 14 1941 as Mary Lee Ann Thomas in Elyria Ohio she was the daughter of Anna (nee Sarnowski) and Irving Thomas. In 1950 she was adopted by Helen (nee Smith) and Wallace Bryenton changing her legal name to Judith Helen Bryenton. Judy was...

Eva Krimmer

Eva Krimmer

Jul 9, 2011

Eva F. Krimmer 93 of Akron passed away peacefully on Saturday July 9 2011. She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years Peter; her parents Joseph and Fannie Pekar; brothers Martin Frank and Joseph; son James; and grandson James. Eva is survived by daughter Rosemarie (Joseph) Adamo son Robert (Lynn); 7 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Mass...

Sally Raitz

Sally Raitz

Jul 6, 2011

Sally Irene 72 beloved daughter of Richard Farmer and the late Florence Winkler passed peacefully Wednesday July 6 2011 surrounded by her family. As a loving wife Sally and her husband Robert (Bob) were married fifty years. She was a caring and devoted Mother of two Bradford (Karen) and Shelby (Ross) and proud Grandmother to Bryan. Sally was the oldest...

George Payerle

George Payerle

Jul 5, 2011

George J. Payerle 86 of Akron passed away peacefully on Tuesday July 5 2011. He was preceded in death by his son Michael. George is survived by his loving wife of 61 years Mary Payerle; children Martha (Michael) Rubino James (Gail) Payerle Mary (James) Banar Stephen (Carolyn) Payerle Susan Palmer Christine (Joseph) Hagenbaugh; 15 grandchildren; and 12 great grandchildren. George...

Loretta LeFevre

Loretta LeFevre

Jun 27, 2011

Loretta Jean (Poje) LeFevre 82 of Akron fell asleep in the Lord on Monday June 27 2011 from complications of Alzheimer's Disease surrounded by family. Loretta was born on December 21 1928. She was a lifelong resident of Akron having graduated from St. Vincent High School where she was head majorette. Loretta continued her leadership and vivacious participation in her...

Mack McLean

Mack McLean

Jun 26, 2011

Mack McLean 72 of Copley passed away peacefully on Sunday June 26 2011. Mack was born in Denver CO to the late Jack and Mara McLean. At 10 years old Mack and his family moved to Akron. During college he joined the army where he was stationed in Thule Greenland. Mack served his country for 4 years and was then...

William Smith

William Smith

Jun 26, 2011

William (Bill) Smith 75 of Stow passed away peacefully on Sunday June 26 2011 after a long battle with Parkinson's Disease. William was born on April 24 1936 in Akron. He was a graduate of St. Vincent - St. Mary High School in 1954 and Akron University in 1959. William leaves his wife Kathryn five children; Richard (Toni) Thomas (Debbie)...

John Whitinger

John Whitinger

Jun 17, 2011

The morning of June 17 2011 our Lord called him home after a long struggle. Born in Akron on February 5 1940 he served his country in USAF. John was a member of Zion Lutheran Church the Masonic Order & Sons of Herman. John 'golfed to live' and this passion rewarded him with 6 holes in 1 during his lifetime....

Doris Moran

Doris Moran

Jun 11, 2011

Doris May Moran 82 of Akron went to the arms of the Lord on June 11 2011. She was born in Burgestown PA on January 1 1929 spending most of her adult life in the Akron-Cleveland area. She devoted herself to a lifelong career giving care love and sanctuary to persons involved with the MRDD and Mental Health Boards always...