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Donna J. Ritchey

Donna J. Ritchey

May 4, 2012

Donna J. Ritchey, 75, passed away Friday, May 4, 2012. Friends may call Wednesday, 5 to 8 p.m. at the Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel, 85 N. Miller Rd., Akron. Private burial at Moore's Chapel Cemetery. (Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel) Visitation

MAY 9. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Billow Fairlawn Chapel & Crematory

85 N Miller Rd

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Anna Mary Rezny

Anna Mary Rezny

May 4, 2012

Anna Mary Rezny, 88, passed away May 4, 2012. She was known as the "plant lady" of Richfield. She and the love of her life, Joe, created a garden wonderland for all to enjoy. Preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Rezny; daughters, Karen Kirby Hughes and Joan Rezny; she is survived by her son, Kenny (Shawn) Kirby; daughter, Kathy...

Spiros G Vasilatos

Spiros G Vasilatos

May 3, 2012

Spiros G. Vasilatos, 86, died peacefully on May 3, 2012 following a period of declining health. Born in Kefalonia, Greece, he lived in Akron since 1956. He retired from the Atlantic Foundry after 33 years and was a member of the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church. He enjoyed his family and working in his garden and yard. He was preceded in...

Elaine Myrtle Pedigo

Elaine Myrtle Pedigo

May 2, 2012

RICHFIELD -- Elaine M. Pedigo, 97, died May 2, 2012. Born in Akron, she was a life resident of Richfield. She was a member of the Akron Baptist Temple and the Richfield Garden Club. Preceded in death by her husband, Martin; daughter-in-law, Adele Pedigo; and grandson, Joshua Fortune; she is survived by her daughters, Beverly Fortune (Bill) and Jessie Pedigo;...

Raymond Frank Sain

Raymond Frank Sain

May 2, 2012

Raymond Frank Sain, 83, loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother, went Home to the Lord after a brief illness on May 2, 2012. Born in 1928 in Cleveland, he was a graduate of Garfield High School (Akron), and attended The University of Akron. He was a highly skilled craftsman and machinist. He worked 25 years at NRM Corporation (Akron),...

Vivienne S Johnstone

Vivienne S Johnstone

Apr 30, 2012

Vivienne S. Johnstone, 94, passed away April 30, 2012. Vivienne was born to Axel and Minora Skadsda-men on May 3, 1917 in Sharon, North Dakota. She graduated from the University of North Dakota and was a member of Alpha Chi Omega Sorority. She met the love of her life while a freshman and married Russell R. Johnstone upon her completion...

Susan Reed Lambert

Susan Reed Lambert

Apr 28, 2012

Susan Reed Lambert, 76, died April 28, 2012. Born in Akron on April 14, 1936, she was a graduate of Foxcroft School in Middleburg, Virginia and was a 20 year volunteer at the Victim's Assistance Program. Preceded in death by brother, Lawrence Andrew Reed, Jr. and sister, Anne Reed Johnson, she is survived by sons, William T. "Kip" Tobin, Jr....

Win Tun

Win Tun

Apr 26, 2012

Win Tun, 46, died April 26, 2012. He is survived by his wife, Khin San Htun and by his sons and daughter. Services will be held 1 p.m. SATURDAY, May 5th at the Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel, 85 N. Miller Rd. with Cremation services immediately following. (Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel) Service

MAY 5. 1:00 PM

Billow Fairlawn Chapel &...

Walter A. Fielding

Walter A. Fielding

Apr 26, 2012

Walter A. Fielding, 74, passed away April 26, 2012. A U.S. Army veteran, he was a member of Montrose Zion United Methodist Church, West Akron Kiwanis and retired from the City of Akron. He is survived by wife, Darla; children, Roy, Rob and Kristin; five grandsons; sister, Karin Yothers; a niece and nephew; and sister-in-law, Laura Miller. Services will be...

Donald L. Lathem

Donald L. Lathem

Apr 22, 2012

CORNELIUS, N.C. -- Donald L. Lathem, 79, fell asleep and woke up in Heaven April 22, 2012. Friends are invited to the Billow FALLS Chapel, 1907 23rd St., Cuyahoga Falls, for visitation TODAY, 6 to 8 p.m. and Friday from 9 to 10:30 a.m., with Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph Church (Second and Sackett) beginning at 11 a.m....

John Stuart Ballard

John Stuart Ballard

Apr 21, 2012

John Stuart Ballard, 89, of Granger Township, died on Saturday, April 21, 2012 after a lifetime of public service to the Akron community. He embraced life with a humble faith in God's providence that was expressed in his love for his family, his community and the outdoors. He met the challenges of declining health and Alzheimer's disease with grace and...

Elizabeth Katherine Fischer

Elizabeth Katherine Fischer

Apr 21, 2012

Elizabeth Katherine Schill Fischer, 96, was born August 18, 1915 and passed away on April 21, 2012 after two years of declining health. Called "Leese" by her family, she was born in Akron and graduated from South High School. In 1941, she married the love of her life, Richard Fischer. During their 49 year marriage, they lived in Steubenville, Ohio...

Fayzeh Kotran

Fayzeh Kotran

Apr 20, 2012

Fayzeh Kotran, 86, went home to be with the Lord April 20, 2012 surrounded by her loving family. Born in Palestine, she immigrated from Lebanon in 1985 to the U.S. and spent most of her life in the Akron area. Preceded in death by her husband, Fouad Naim Kotran; survived by son, Nickolas (Mona); daughters, Souhair (John) Khawam, Leila (Hans)...

M. Celeste Frank

M. Celeste Frank

Apr 17, 2012

M. Celeste Frank, passed away on April 17, 2012 completing a wonderful life of 76 years. Celeste was born March 18, 1936 in Akron, Ohio to John R. and Alice Mahan. She grew up in the Five Points area and was the youngest of four children, one sister Marie Nofsinger and two brothers, Richard and Johnny. She was a graduate...

Ruth (Avem) Maahs

Ruth (Avem) Maahs

Apr 16, 2012

Ruth (Avem) Maahs, 96, passed away April 16, 2012 in Boynton Beach, Florida. Born in Akron, Ruth had received her Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from The University of Akron, was a member of the Alpha Delta Pi Sorority and a lifetime member of Zion Lutheran Church. Preceded in death by husband, Robert H. Maahs, she is survived by daughter,...

Dan V. Bubulici

Dan V. Bubulici

Apr 14, 2012

Dan V. Bubulici, 66, passed away April 14, 2012. Born in Romania, he moved to the U.S. in 1987. Dan owned two tile companies; StoneAge, Inc. and Tile Geometry, Inc. He loved gardening and African Violets and he attended Presentation of Our Lord Romanian Orthodox Church. He is survived by his longtime significant other, Loraine Mills; daughter, Andreea Hodel of...

Dorothy Lorraine Boesche

Dorothy Lorraine Boesche

Apr 12, 2012

Dorothy Lorraine Boesche, 88, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2012. Lorraine was born April 15, 1923 in Clearfield, Pennsylvania. Preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Venetta Brodbeck; and husband, William D. Boesche; she is survived by her sons, Jeffrey D. Boesche of Irwin, Pa., William D. Boesche of Hillsborough, N.C. and Garry W. Boesche of Clinton, Ohio....

G. Alan Spaulding

G. Alan Spaulding

Apr 10, 2012

G. Alan Spaulding, 95, died April 10, 2012 surrounded by his loving family. Cremation has taken place. Friends may call TODAY, April 13th from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel, 85 N. Miller Rd., Akron. A memorial service will be held at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church at a later date to be announced. The family suggests that...

Michael Puican

Michael Puican

Apr 10, 2012

Michael Puican, 83, of Akron, passed away on Tuesday, April 10, 2012 from complications due to Parkinson's disease. Memorial service will be held at 5 p.m. Saturday, April 21st at the Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel, 85 N. Miller Rd. Friends and family may visit from 3 p.m. until service time on Saturday at the funeral home. (Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel) Visitation

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Genevieve Mortimer Alexander

Genevieve Mortimer Alexander

Apr 10, 2012

Genevieve Alexander (nee Mortimer), 87, passed away April 10, 2012. Beloved wife of the late William Alexander (2006); loving and devoted mother to Kimberly Glenn; she is also survived by brothers, Eugene Mortimer (Luella), Dale Mortimer (Joan) and Gerald Mortimer (Doris); stepchildren, James Alexander (Arjsri), Gail Nicewander (James), Thomas Alexander (Emily Jane), and Becky Alexander; grandchildren, great-grandchildren and nieces and...

Donna J. Ritchey

Donna J. Ritchey

May 4, 2012

Donna J. Ritchey, 75, passed away Friday, May 4, 2012. Friends may call Wednesday, 5 to 8 p.m. at the Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel, 85 N. Miller Rd., Akron. Private burial at Moore's Chapel Cemetery. (Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel) Visitation

MAY 9. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Billow Fairlawn Chapel & Crematory

85 N Miller Rd

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Anna Mary Rezny

Anna Mary Rezny

May 4, 2012

Anna Mary Rezny, 88, passed away May 4, 2012. She was known as the "plant lady" of Richfield. She and the love of her life, Joe, created a garden wonderland for all to enjoy. Preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Rezny; daughters, Karen Kirby Hughes and Joan Rezny; she is survived by her son, Kenny (Shawn) Kirby; daughter, Kathy...

Spiros G Vasilatos

Spiros G Vasilatos

May 3, 2012

Spiros G. Vasilatos, 86, died peacefully on May 3, 2012 following a period of declining health. Born in Kefalonia, Greece, he lived in Akron since 1956. He retired from the Atlantic Foundry after 33 years and was a member of the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church. He enjoyed his family and working in his garden and yard. He was preceded in...

Elaine Myrtle Pedigo

Elaine Myrtle Pedigo

May 2, 2012

RICHFIELD -- Elaine M. Pedigo, 97, died May 2, 2012. Born in Akron, she was a life resident of Richfield. She was a member of the Akron Baptist Temple and the Richfield Garden Club. Preceded in death by her husband, Martin; daughter-in-law, Adele Pedigo; and grandson, Joshua Fortune; she is survived by her daughters, Beverly Fortune (Bill) and Jessie Pedigo;...

Raymond Frank Sain

Raymond Frank Sain

May 2, 2012

Raymond Frank Sain, 83, loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother, went Home to the Lord after a brief illness on May 2, 2012. Born in 1928 in Cleveland, he was a graduate of Garfield High School (Akron), and attended The University of Akron. He was a highly skilled craftsman and machinist. He worked 25 years at NRM Corporation (Akron),...

Vivienne S Johnstone

Vivienne S Johnstone

Apr 30, 2012

Vivienne S. Johnstone, 94, passed away April 30, 2012. Vivienne was born to Axel and Minora Skadsda-men on May 3, 1917 in Sharon, North Dakota. She graduated from the University of North Dakota and was a member of Alpha Chi Omega Sorority. She met the love of her life while a freshman and married Russell R. Johnstone upon her completion...

Susan Reed Lambert

Susan Reed Lambert

Apr 28, 2012

Susan Reed Lambert, 76, died April 28, 2012. Born in Akron on April 14, 1936, she was a graduate of Foxcroft School in Middleburg, Virginia and was a 20 year volunteer at the Victim's Assistance Program. Preceded in death by brother, Lawrence Andrew Reed, Jr. and sister, Anne Reed Johnson, she is survived by sons, William T. "Kip" Tobin, Jr....

Win Tun

Win Tun

Apr 26, 2012

Win Tun, 46, died April 26, 2012. He is survived by his wife, Khin San Htun and by his sons and daughter. Services will be held 1 p.m. SATURDAY, May 5th at the Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel, 85 N. Miller Rd. with Cremation services immediately following. (Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel) Service

MAY 5. 1:00 PM

Billow Fairlawn Chapel &...

Walter A. Fielding

Walter A. Fielding

Apr 26, 2012

Walter A. Fielding, 74, passed away April 26, 2012. A U.S. Army veteran, he was a member of Montrose Zion United Methodist Church, West Akron Kiwanis and retired from the City of Akron. He is survived by wife, Darla; children, Roy, Rob and Kristin; five grandsons; sister, Karin Yothers; a niece and nephew; and sister-in-law, Laura Miller. Services will be...

Donald L. Lathem

Donald L. Lathem

Apr 22, 2012

CORNELIUS, N.C. -- Donald L. Lathem, 79, fell asleep and woke up in Heaven April 22, 2012. Friends are invited to the Billow FALLS Chapel, 1907 23rd St., Cuyahoga Falls, for visitation TODAY, 6 to 8 p.m. and Friday from 9 to 10:30 a.m., with Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph Church (Second and Sackett) beginning at 11 a.m....

John Stuart Ballard

John Stuart Ballard

Apr 21, 2012

John Stuart Ballard, 89, of Granger Township, died on Saturday, April 21, 2012 after a lifetime of public service to the Akron community. He embraced life with a humble faith in God's providence that was expressed in his love for his family, his community and the outdoors. He met the challenges of declining health and Alzheimer's disease with grace and...

Elizabeth Katherine Fischer

Elizabeth Katherine Fischer

Apr 21, 2012

Elizabeth Katherine Schill Fischer, 96, was born August 18, 1915 and passed away on April 21, 2012 after two years of declining health. Called "Leese" by her family, she was born in Akron and graduated from South High School. In 1941, she married the love of her life, Richard Fischer. During their 49 year marriage, they lived in Steubenville, Ohio...

Fayzeh Kotran

Fayzeh Kotran

Apr 20, 2012

Fayzeh Kotran, 86, went home to be with the Lord April 20, 2012 surrounded by her loving family. Born in Palestine, she immigrated from Lebanon in 1985 to the U.S. and spent most of her life in the Akron area. Preceded in death by her husband, Fouad Naim Kotran; survived by son, Nickolas (Mona); daughters, Souhair (John) Khawam, Leila (Hans)...

M. Celeste Frank

M. Celeste Frank

Apr 17, 2012

M. Celeste Frank, passed away on April 17, 2012 completing a wonderful life of 76 years. Celeste was born March 18, 1936 in Akron, Ohio to John R. and Alice Mahan. She grew up in the Five Points area and was the youngest of four children, one sister Marie Nofsinger and two brothers, Richard and Johnny. She was a graduate...

Ruth (Avem) Maahs

Ruth (Avem) Maahs

Apr 16, 2012

Ruth (Avem) Maahs, 96, passed away April 16, 2012 in Boynton Beach, Florida. Born in Akron, Ruth had received her Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from The University of Akron, was a member of the Alpha Delta Pi Sorority and a lifetime member of Zion Lutheran Church. Preceded in death by husband, Robert H. Maahs, she is survived by daughter,...

Dan V. Bubulici

Dan V. Bubulici

Apr 14, 2012

Dan V. Bubulici, 66, passed away April 14, 2012. Born in Romania, he moved to the U.S. in 1987. Dan owned two tile companies; StoneAge, Inc. and Tile Geometry, Inc. He loved gardening and African Violets and he attended Presentation of Our Lord Romanian Orthodox Church. He is survived by his longtime significant other, Loraine Mills; daughter, Andreea Hodel of...

Dorothy Lorraine Boesche

Dorothy Lorraine Boesche

Apr 12, 2012

Dorothy Lorraine Boesche, 88, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2012. Lorraine was born April 15, 1923 in Clearfield, Pennsylvania. Preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Venetta Brodbeck; and husband, William D. Boesche; she is survived by her sons, Jeffrey D. Boesche of Irwin, Pa., William D. Boesche of Hillsborough, N.C. and Garry W. Boesche of Clinton, Ohio....

G. Alan Spaulding

G. Alan Spaulding

Apr 10, 2012

G. Alan Spaulding, 95, died April 10, 2012 surrounded by his loving family. Cremation has taken place. Friends may call TODAY, April 13th from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel, 85 N. Miller Rd., Akron. A memorial service will be held at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church at a later date to be announced. The family suggests that...

Michael Puican

Michael Puican

Apr 10, 2012

Michael Puican, 83, of Akron, passed away on Tuesday, April 10, 2012 from complications due to Parkinson's disease. Memorial service will be held at 5 p.m. Saturday, April 21st at the Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel, 85 N. Miller Rd. Friends and family may visit from 3 p.m. until service time on Saturday at the funeral home. (Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel) Visitation

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Genevieve Mortimer Alexander

Genevieve Mortimer Alexander

Apr 10, 2012

Genevieve Alexander (nee Mortimer), 87, passed away April 10, 2012. Beloved wife of the late William Alexander (2006); loving and devoted mother to Kimberly Glenn; she is also survived by brothers, Eugene Mortimer (Luella), Dale Mortimer (Joan) and Gerald Mortimer (Doris); stepchildren, James Alexander (Arjsri), Gail Nicewander (James), Thomas Alexander (Emily Jane), and Becky Alexander; grandchildren, great-grandchildren and nieces and...

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