Obituaries

Ethell Schonauer

Ethell Schonauer

Feb 6, 2004

Ethell F. Schonauer age 87 of Akron formerly of Cuyahoga Falls died at Wyant Woods Care Center Friday February 6 2004. She was born in Akron on February 2 1917 Groundhog's Day and worked for many years at B.F. Goodrich Company and later as Assistant Head Dietician at Children's Hospital of Akron. However her most important and rewarding jobs were...

Jack Stout

Jack Stout

Feb 6, 2004

Jack Stout 71 of Bath Ohio passed away suddenly on Thursday February 6th. Jack was born in Elkhart Indiana to the late Murray and Ethel Stout. Jack received his bachelor's degree from Indiana University and his master's from the University of Southern California. He was a 1st Lt. and pilot in the Air Force during the Korean War serving with...

Helen Miller

Helen Miller

Feb 4, 2004

Helen Louise Miller 89 Years of Akron died February 4 2004 at Morning View Care Center in New Philadelphia Ohio. She was a life long resident of Akron and a member of St. Sebastian Church. Helen was preceded in death by her husbands Cornelius E. Burkey PHD. And Harold Miller . She is survived by her children Beverly Steiner of...

Reginald Kelley

Reginald Kelley

Feb 3, 2004

Reginald Edward Kelley was born Nov. 13 1921 in Akron to Farla and Lena Miller Kelley. He passed away February 3 2004. He was employed by Akron Standard Mold Co. Retired in 1982 with 42 years of service. Reggie served in the US Army 1942-1945. He also was a member of W. Edwin Palmer Lodge #718 F&AM and Church of...

George Sumner

George Sumner

Feb 3, 2004

G. Robert ''Bob'' Sumner 81 passed away February 3 2004 in Akron. He was born in Akron in 1922 to George Anthony and Ruth Morgan Sumner and attended Old Trail School and graduated from Buchtel High School in 1940. He was an Eagle Scout and served in the Army during WWII. After the war he married Betsy Blacketter and entered...

Helen Zuchniak

Helen Zuchniak

Jan 30, 2004

Helen E. Zuchniak 88 died January 30 2004 at Magnolia Care Center. Helen was born in New Jersey and was a resident of Copley since 1947. She retired from Pfleuger Fishing Tackle after 15 years service. She later worked as a bookeeper at D&J Electric. Helen was a charter member of Guardian Angels Church and the St. Clair Alter Society....

Helen Reinhart

Helen Reinhart

Jan 22, 2004

Helen Reinhart 86 of Akron OH died January 22 2004. She was a member of the Highland Square Seniors First Grace United Church of Christ and Sac Hiking Club. Helen was preceded in death by husband Edward Reinhart brother Sterling Walters and sister Doris Gilbride. She is survived by care givers David Gilbride Tallmadge and Jean D. Kline Kent. Helen...

Joseph Siegferth

Joseph Siegferth

Jan 17, 2004

Joseph P. Siegferth Sr. (Coach) 80 passed away suddenly Saturday January 17 2004 at his home. Born February 22 1923 Joe was a life-long resident of Akron. Throughout the 12 years he attended St Vincent's School Joe's exceptional basketball skills emerged. He lettered 2 years in basketball gaining first team all-city honors in his senior year. After receiving a 4...

William Inman

William Inman

Jan 17, 2004

William Joseph Inman Billy Inman 15 of Copley went home to his fathers house on Friday January 17 2004. He was a sophmore at Copley High School where he was a member of the band. Bill was a member of BSA Troop 382. Billy loved his family friends his dog Pepper and his cars. He will be deeply missed by...

Rita Clark

Rita Clark

Jan 17, 2004

Rita Mae Clark was born on February 18 1929 and passed away peacefully on January 17 2004 surrounded by her family. She was a woman of strong faith and determination. She never stopped fighting. Rita was preceded in death by her daughter Christine Marie granddaughter Ashley Korec grandson Joseph Clark and sister Donna Stoltz. She will be forever missed and...

George Friess

George Friess

Jan 14, 2004

George H. Friess born on May 6 1919 to George H. and Gertrude V. Schwalbach Friess in Akron. He attended University of Akron and served as a Lieutenant in the 8th Air Force during WWII becoming a Flight Engineer on a B-29. He was employed by the Hardware and Supply Company as an Abrasive Engineer for 26 years. In 1963...

Henry Grimm

Henry Grimm

Jan 12, 2004

Henry B. Grimm ''Hank the old Fisherman'' passed away peacefully on January 12 2004 at age 91. Born in Red Lion PA January 25 1912 moved to Akron in 1932. Employed by B.F. Goodrich for 33 years. Henry was a member of Goodrich Foremans Club Old Time Athletes and AARP. He leaves his loving wife Virginia Daughters Bonniesue Porter and...

Betty Logsdon

Betty Logsdon

Jan 11, 2004

Betty Logsdon 86 of Cuyahoga Falls OH died January 11 2004 at Altercare of Hartville. She is survived by her nephew Jerald (Donna) D. Harris Hartville great-nephews Kevin Harris Kris Haris and great-niece Kim Hand. A Graveside Service will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday January 16 2004 at Holy Cross Cemetery. Fr. John Zapp officiating. Memorials may be...

Gladys Montgomery

Gladys Montgomery

Jan 5, 2004

Gladys M. Montgomery 67 died January 5 2004. She was a life long resident of Akron. Gladys was employed by B.F. Goodrich and the Industrial Commssion. She was also a real-estate agent. She was a loving mother grandmother and friend and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Gladys was preceded in death by her sister Betty Hastings...

Lucie Bates

Lucie Bates

Jan 5, 2004

Lucie Bates 89 of Akron OH died January 5 2004 Altercare of Wadsworth. Lucie Bates was preceded in death by her husband Carl. She is survived by her sons John ( Bobbie)P. Watts Wadsworth OH Donald Bates Akron OH Edward Bates Norton OH. Lucie is also survived by 3 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 2:00...

Margaret O'Neil

Margaret O'Neil

Jan 5, 2004

Margaret O'Neil 82 of Akron OH died January 5 2004. Margaret was a member of St. Thomas Woman's Board Christ Child Society Catholic Service League and Akron Board of Realtors. She was preceded in death by her husband Robert; mother and father Katherine and John Kolarik; and brothers John Mike and Steve and sisters Mary Anne Betty and Catherine. She...

Mary Levenderis

Mary Levenderis

Jan 4, 2004

Mary Alice Levenderis 71 passed away on January 4 2004 following a courageous battle of emphysema. Mary was born on June 25 1932 in Sparta Tennessee and moved to Akron when she was nine years old with her family. She graduated from East High School in 1952! She resided in Portage Lakes for the past 22 years which she called...

Alice Dirham

Alice Dirham

Jan 2, 2004

Alice Dirham nee Grinder 88 of Akron died January 2 2004 at her Residence. Alice was preceded in death by her daughter Lois Ann Leibold and stepson Robert Dirham. She is survived by her children James (Daisy) Greenlees Ona (Edward) Zamiska Martha (Robert) Watkins Alice Cameron stepchildren Lucy (Gus) Hargis and Lynn (Sue) Dirham. Alice is also survived by many...

Helen Waltz

Helen Waltz

Dec 31, 2003

Helen L. Waltz 81 passed away quietly in her sleep Wednesday December 31 2003. She was preceded in death her husband Ralph. She was a beloved mother and a friend to all she met. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday January 3 2003 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Francis de Sales Church. Interment in Holy Cross Cemetery.

Marjorie Sofranko

Marjorie Sofranko

Dec 26, 2003

Marjorie Sofranko 75 passed away Friday December 26 2003. She was born in Calhoun County WV and lived most of her life in the Akron area. She enjoyed being a member of Toastmasters. Marjorie is survived by her children Jonathon Ralph Sofranko Leslie Elliott Jennifer Sofranko Nora (Ed) Jones Lisa (Mike) Richardson and Jacob Sofranko; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren sister...