All Obituaries

Lou Capps, 85, passed away December 5, 2019.  She was born March 13, 1934 in Akron to the late Marshall and Bessie Snider. "Everything always works out" was one of our Mother's favorite sayings, and we will remember this as we go forward. Whether she was wrangling 5 kids in a station wagon, shooting us "that look" while we acted up in church, making a beef roast every Sunday after church, being silly and acting goofy with her children and grandchildren- all...

Robert Beard, 90, formerly of Massillon, passed away December 1, 2019 in Iowa where he has resided with his daughter.  He was born February 11, 1929 in Akron to the late William and Myrtle Beard.  Robert proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corp for 8 years and retired from the Hoover Company.      Besides his parents, Robert was preceded in death by wife, Gladys.  He is survived by his daughters, Linda (Steven) Wasnak and Kathy (Stephen) Acheson; grandchildren,...

Richard Houston, 82, passed away November 30, 2019.  He was born June 17, 1937 in Barberton to the late Clyde and Virginia Houston. After graduating high school, Richard proudly served in the United States Navy.  He retired from Babcox and Wilcox, was an avid Cleveland Browns and Cavaliers fan and enjoyed watching the Weather Channel. Richard enjoyed hearing about the lives of his sons and grandchildren.   Besides his parents, Richard was preceded in death by his loving wife...

Emma Duncan passed away November 28, 2019.  She was born July 23, 1935 in Akron to the late Rev. Guy and Evelyn Lance.  She was a loving mother and wife and worked as a secretary for the family business for many years.  She was also a board member and secretary at her church.   Emma was preceded in death by her loving husband of 65 years, Jim and 6 siblings.  She is survived by sons, James Jr. (Cheryl) and Randy (Rita) Duncan;  grandchildren, Jaclyn (Michael)...

George Brewbaker, Sr., 92, passed away November 24, 2019.  He was born November 5, 1927 in Akron to the late Charles and Anna Brewbaker. George worked for the Hoover Company retiring with 40 years of service.   As a young man, George was a musician and enjoyed playing the mandolin. He took great pride serving our country in the US Navy and was stationed in San Diego at the end of WWII. He lived his entire married life with Wilma in the city of Green, where they built their home...

Julia Tatterson, 93, passed away November 23, 2019.  She was born September 5, 1926 in Highcoal, West Virginia to the late Ora and Sarah Hutchinson. Julia was a strong, independent woman, dedicated to her loving family, her fur babies, her church and Sunday school class. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, great grandchildren and traveling. Julia retired with 32 years of service from Teledyne Monarch Rubber.     Besides her parents, Julia was preceded in death...

Robert Clouser, 95, passed away November 23, 2019.  He was born April 17, 1924 in Kenmore, Ohio to the late Leo and Mabel Clouser.  He proudly served in the U.S. Army Air Corp during WWII.  Robert retired from Pearl Coffee and Grocery and assisted his father at Clouser’s Restaurant for many years.   Robert is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Esther Clouser (nee Patterson).   Per Robert’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a memorial service...

Eileen Wormald, 91, of Green, went home to be with the Lord on November 18, 2019. She was born January 19, 1928 in Akron to the late George and Pearl Stiles.  Eileen was an independent and strong woman. She was a lover of all things family and was so excited to be a Grandma and Great Grandma. She was always up for a good laugh, good food and family fun. Eileen knew a little bit about a lot of things and loved to share that knowledge. She enjoyed travelling and went on...

Rita Lowe, 93, passed away November 8, 2019.  She was born March 16, 1926 in Akron to the late George and Marie Raabe.  Rita was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt and friend.  She enjoyed spending time with family on her farm. She loved the Lord and enjoyed spending time at RiverTree Lake Christian Church.   Besides her parents, Rita was preceded in death by her husband B. Blaine Lowe and sister Marjorie Myers.  She is survived by sons, Ron...

Jim Rutherford, 65, of Green passed away peacefully with his family by his side on November 4, 2019.  He was born May 29, 1954 in Nelsonville, Ohio to the late Lee and Alice Rutherford.  Jim enjoyed hunting, fishing, the company of his dogs and spending time with his grandchildren. Jim was always there to lend a helping hand to those who needed it. He always put his family first even before himself.   Along with his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his brother,...