Obituaries

Dennis Luck

Dennis Luck

Aug 16, 2011

Dennis A. Luck 68 of Akron died on Tuesday August 16 2011. He is survived by his wife Elaine; his brothers Tom and Jim Luck; and many other relatives. Dennis will be sadly missed by his family and friends. A Memorial Service will take place at 11:00 AM on Thursday August 18 2011 at Gordon Funeral Home 1260 Collier Rd...

Jane Comunale

Jane Comunale

Aug 16, 2011

Jane Fawcett Comunale passed away peacefully August 16 2011 in her home surrounded by family and friends after a courageous battle with cancer. Jane was a resident of both Akron OH and Fort Lauderdale FL. After attending Chateau Brillantmont in Lausanne Switzerland and Garland College in Boston Massachusetts she went on to be a buyer for Bloomingdales in New York...

Jerold Jost

Jerold Jost

Aug 12, 2011

Jerold F. Jost 86 of Fairlawn passed away peacefully on Friday August 12 2011. Jerry served in the Air force as a B-24 Pilot in WWII and was an owner of Jost Tire Service. He was an avid boater and enjoyed spending time with his grade school and high school buddies. He was preceded in death by parents Earl C....

James Hilton

James Hilton

Aug 12, 2011

James L Hilton 89 loving husband father and grandfather passed away on August 12 2011 after an extended illness. Jim was raised in the North Hill area of Akron and spent the last 44 years in Mogadore. Anyone who interacted with him throughout his life came away from the experience having gained something valuable just by knowing him. He had...

Kathleen Dilley

Kathleen Dilley

Aug 11, 2011

Kathleen Dilley (Bates) 70 passed away peacefully on Thursday August 11 2011 after a long courageous battle with breast cancer. Kitty was born April 24 1941 in Meadville PA where she graduated from St. Agatha High School and went on to become an alumnus of Mercyhurst College in Erie PA. She later contributed her amazing leadership abilities as the Banquet...

Art Cooper

Art Cooper

Aug 10, 2011

Arthur Erwin Cooper 95 of Spencer passed away peacefully on Wednesday August 10 2011. He was the beloved husband of the late Shirley M. Cooper (nee Seltzer); dear father of Leigh C. Eastman Theodore A. Cooper and Laura L. Jordan (William Jr.); cherished grandfather of Marion E. Eastman Margaret L. Nazario (Noel) William A. Jordan (Karuna) and Melissa A. Jordan...

Philip Hegenderfer

Philip Hegenderfer

Aug 9, 2011

Philip Hegenderfer 66 of New Franklin passed away on Tuesday August 9 2011. He was born August 2 1945 in Marysville OH to the late Floyd and Opal (Penn) Hegenderfer. Phil was a graduate of Marysville High School. He served as a Sergeant and Electrician in the United States Air Force and later graduated from The University of Akron where...

Ruth Zintel

Ruth Zintel

Aug 8, 2011

Ruth E. Zintel 82 of Copley passed away peacefully on Monday August 8 2011. She was born on January 29 1929 in Sharon Center. Ruth was preceded in death by her parents Andy and Ida Suchek; and sisters Ida Buchanan Evelyn Rodenbucher and Rosalia Suchek. . She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 60 years Lawrence; daughters...

David Harris

David Harris

Aug 8, 2011

David A. Harris Jr. 40 of Akron passed away August 8 2011. David is survived by his loving wife Judy Harris; children Michael Morgan and Megan; mother and step-father Rosalie (William) Smith; father David (Tracy) Harris Sr.; sister Denise (Jacob) Gerard; niece Holly; special cousin Loretta Barnett; mother-in-law Judy New and many family and friends. A Memorial Mass will be...

Bryan Johnson

Bryan Johnson

Aug 7, 2011

Bryan R. Johnson 44 of Copley went home to be with the Lord on Sunday August 7 2011 joined by his parents Russell and Gudrun Johnson and his daughter Autumn Johnson. He is survived by his brother Michael (Janelle) Johnson; nephews Zachary and Luke Johnson; daughter Gabrielle Humphrey; and many other relatives and friends. A private Memorial Service will take...

Autumn Johnson

Autumn Johnson

Aug 7, 2011

Autumn M. Johnson 16 of Copley went home to be with the Lord on Sunday August 7 2011 joined by her father Bryan Johnson and her grandparents Russell and Gudrun Johnson. She is survived by her mother Donna Brannon; siblings Ashley Shingleton Austin Harvey and Amber Smith; grandmother Darla (Craig) Metz; aunts Dawn Roberts and Kimberly Metz; uncle Michael (Janelle)...

Russell Johnson

Russell Johnson

Aug 7, 2011

Russell L. Johnson 67 of Copley went home to be with the Lord on Sunday August 7 2011 joined by his beloved wife of 47 years Gudrun his son Bryan Johnson and his granddaughter Autumn Johnson. He was preceded in death by his parents Richard and Helen Johnson. Russ is survived by his son Michael (Janelle) Johnson; grandsons Zachary and...

Gudrun Johnson

Gudrun Johnson

Aug 7, 2011

Gudrun M. Johnson 64 of Copley went home to be with the Lord on Sunday August 7 2011 joined by her beloved husband of 47 years Russell her son Bryan Johnson and her granddaughter Autumn Johnson. She was preceded in death by her parents Heizers and Kathe Scheiner. Gertie is survived by her son Michael (Janelle) Johnson; grandsons Zachary and...

Robert Marks

Robert Marks

Aug 5, 2011

Robert 'Bear' Marks 64 of Maple Heights passed away peacefully on Friday August 5 2011. Bear is survived by his beloved wife Colleen (nee Graham); daughter Jamie (David) Hambleton; grandchildren Justice Marks and Breanna Hambleton; sister Judy McCallister (passed away on August 1 2011); brothers Edwin Jr. (Gerry) Bill and Joe (Jane) Marks; and many other relatives and friends. He...

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...

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...