Obituaries

Mark Allen McCoyMark Allen McCoy passed away on August 1, 2016, of colon cancer. He is survived by his wife, Amy Carol Parks; his parents, Dorothy Jo Olson McCoy and DeWayne Delbert McCoy; sisters Julie Ann Van Cleave (Tim) and Cheryl Lynn Van Houweling (Mark); and brother Wayne Curtis McCoy (Kim). Private remembrances are being planned in Cleveland and Baltimore....

Gordon Bascom KyleGordon Bascom Kyle a 63-year resident of North Canton passed away on Friday, July 29, 2016 at the age of 95.Gordon was the oldest of three children, born April 3, 1921 to the late Carrie and John Kyle of Cortland, OH.  Gordon graduated from Hiram College and served as a second Lieutenant in the US Navy until the...

Bryan Thomas HartungBryan Thomas Hartung of Akron, Ohio passed away unexpectedly July 22, 2016.  He was born July 22, 1976 and was laid to rest at Northlawn Memorial Gardens in Peninsula, Ohio.  He was a beloved son, brother, father, friend and was dearly loved by his family and friends. Condolences and special memories can be shared online athttps://www.heritagecremationsociety.com/.Heritage Cremation Society330-564-1213

AMELDA ALICE SAMPLES  1916-2016Went to sleep July 29th and woke up in Heaven to join her husband (Paul R. Samples), her parents (Van and Rhoda Hanshaw) and 12 brothers and sisters and many friends that were waiting for her saying, “What took you so long?”Amelda (Mimi) celebrated her 100th birthday in April with the people she loved. Everyone brought flowers...

Dale George DixonDale George Dixon, beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather and friend, passed away on July 25th, 2016 after bravely fighting an extended series of illnesses.  He was 74 years old.Dale was born in Oak Hill, WV on August 30th, 1941, the oldest of six children to Yuhal and Bertell Dixon.  At 17 years old, Dale met the love of...

Julia (Reddick) PetrencakJulia (Reddick) Petrencak passed away on July 23, 2016 at the age of 68.  She was born May 16, 1948 in Detroit, MI.She is preceded in death by her husband Stephen K. Petrencak.Julia is survived by her children, Angel Gamble, Rob Gamble, Babette Workman and Steve Petrencak and her grandchildren, Austin and Logan Workman.Julia’s family will receive friends...

Mitchell A. Filing Jr.Mitchell A. Filing Jr., 68, died peacefully on June 29that Akron City Hospital.Mitchell is survived by his two children, Tony and Amy Filing, and his three siblings, Connie Shoff, Phil Filing, and Valerie Turner.  He also leaves behind two grandchildren, Mitchell and Jack Filing, along with several friends and loved ones.   Mitchell is preceded by his wife,...

Richard A. Kirby1936 – 2016Richard Kirby age 76 of East Canton, Ohio, passed away peacefully Saturday July 2, 2016 after a brief illness.  He attended Lincoln High School and was retired from Hammond Construction.   He enjoyed woodworking and fishing.  Richard served in the United States Army.He is survived by his wife Judy Kirby, his daughter Chris (Kirby) Barnes and her...

Rebecca BiggersRebecca Biggers went home to be with the Lord July 7, 2016. Born in Buff City, TN. she settled in Kent, Ohio after graduating from Kent State University with a Masters Degree in Health and Physical Education. After becoming a teacher at Davey Junior High School in Kent, she soon became a guidance counselor. Rebecca was promoted and attained...

Carl V. Myers Sr.Carl V. Myers Sr., born in Paris, Ohio May 15th 1945 passed away June 28th 2016 at the age of 71.  He retired from Meter Devices. Carl loved his cat, Muss, squirrels, clocks, and trains. He was an avid fan of the Cleveland Indians. He will be greatly missed and loved. Love you Daddy!He is preceded in...

William L. HagenWilliam L. Hagen, 74 of Portage Lakes, peacefully passed away on June 30, 2016.  He was born January 17, 1942 to his late parents Oscar and Bess Hagen.Bill was a graduate of Central Hower in 1961.  Served in the U.S. Army Reserves and came back to Akron, OH to start his life with Janet.  He worked at BF...

Jeffrey Torrence Jr.Jeffrey Torrence Jr. age 25 of Columbus, passed away June, 19, 2016.He is survived by his mother, Linda Abraham; father, Jeffrey Torrence Sr.; sister, Lisa Kartler; brothers, Rick Abraham, Mike Abraham and Harry Bartlett; niece, Brandy and Glen Campbell; nephew, Michael Kartler; girlfriend, Kristi Jean Anderson; and loving pet Rocco.A Celebration of Life will be held July 7,...

Judith A. (Latherow) BrownJudith A. (Latherow) Brown, age 65 of Louisville received her heavenly wings becoming our guardian angel on Saturday, June 25, 2016. Judy is now back with her loving husband of thirty years.  Judy was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and aunt.  She enjoyed playing euchre, shopping and going to the casino with her sister, whom she resided...

Helen JacksonHelen Jackson of Canton passed away June 24, 2016 at the age of 88.  She was born in Canton March 15, 1928 the daughter of the late Harry and Mary (Kulich) Dorosky.  Mom was tough as nails, a very courageous person and had a heart of gold. She will be dearly missed by her loving and devoted son Manuel...

Zachary Scott TafatZachary Scott Tafat of Cuyahoga Falls passed away June 22, 2016 at the age of 31.  Zach will be remembered for his zest for life, his loving nature and kindness to others.  His bright light and big smile will be missed by all who knew him.Zach leaves behind his loving wife, Robin; mother, Kathy (Dan) Felts, father, Robert...

Raymond W. Woolfenden JrRaymond Woolfenden Jr. of Canton passed away June 19, 2016 at his home surrounded by family following a long battle with cancer. He was born in Pittsburgh, PA on March 25,1938. In 1956 Ray enlisted in the U.S. Navy, serving on the aircraft carrier U.S.S. Coral Sea. Ray moved to Ohio where he met the love of...

Margaret M. (Dennehy) PriceMargaret M. (Dennehy) Price was born January 3, 1929 in Mt. Rath, Ireland and passed away June 25, 2016 at the age of 87.  Upon emigrating from England with her husband Frederick in 1954, Margaret was a lifelong resident of Northeast Ohio. After husband Fred passed in 1972, Margaret passed her state boards for nursing. Margaret then...

Jessica RitzJessica Ritz, beloved daughter of Jim and Ginny Ritz of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, passed away peacefully June 25thwith mom, dad, and her big brother Jason by her side.  She was admitted to the hospital with vision trouble and died of surgery related complications two weeks later, just short of her 40thbirthday.Jessica had a great sense of humor and loved...

Barbara J. GibbonsBarbara J. Gibbons, beloved wife of the late Frank P. Gibbons, loving mother to Bill, Jim (Dianne), Ken (deceased) and Sue Hace (Don).  Cherished grandmother to Jim (Rachel), Joe (Jen), Jeff (Diana), John (Marcella), Patrick (Rachele), and Erin Morris (Rich) and great-grandchildren Rylee, Connor and Addison Morris and David and Isabella Shipman.  Beloved daughter of the late Arthur...

Elizabeth BakerElizabeth Baker age 55 of Louisville passed away June 13, 2016. She is survived by her son Jeremiah Poole, a brother John Baker of Georgia, sister Denise Hurst of Canton, sister Cheryl Pritt of Louisville, brother Frank Bates of Mount Vernon, brother Johnny Bates of Caldwell, sister Gloria Keylor of Roseville, the Poole family of East Canton, as well...