Inspiring ~ Remembering ~ Honoring

ROBERT OWEN ZEITLER Robert Owen Zeitler, loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed into peaceful bliss, Friday, December 6, 2019, at Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center.  Born November 7, 1933 in Akron, Ohio, he was the son of the late Leslie and Thelma (Dunn) Zeitler.  Bob, was a member of Trinity Church of the Nazarene in Uniontown, faithfully serving the Lord, and was very devoted to his church family. He enjoyed Harley Davidson bikes and served his...

DINA RACHEL MCMULLEN Dina Rachel McMullen, 58, passed away December 6, 2019 at her home in Akron.  She was born December 3, 1961 in Akron, Ohio to Betty (Lafoe) Martin and the late Zolton S. Martin, Jr. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Michael, Kenneth, and Steve; and aunt, Rose Kovacs. Along with her goodbyes, Dina Leaves warm memories to those who survive; mother, Betty J. Martin; children, Tanya L. McMullen, Robert B. McMullen, David J....

EDWIN SAYLOR COLEGROVE Edwin Saylor Colegrove, 91, of Uniontown, Ohio passed away on November 14, 2019.  He was born July 20, 1928 in Akron, Ohio. Ed joined the Army Airforce in 1945 at the airbase in Illinois, where he met his future wife, Helen.  They continued talking and spending time together throughout his active duty, until his discharge in 1948.  In March of 1949, Helen came to Akron where she joined Ed and they were married March 19, 1949.  Together, they...

BETTY J. LITTLE Betty J. Little is now walking forever, hand in hand, strolling through Heaven’s garden with her loving husband, Bill.  She passed away with her family by her side on Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at the age of 85.  Born to the late William and Garnet Clemens Emery on February 7, 1934 in Stratton, Ohio, Betty resided in Akron and most recently in Cuyahoga Falls. In addition to husband, Bill, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Frankie, William, and John...

THOMAS A. DEMALI Thomas A. DeMali, 76, of Mogadore, Ohio, passed away on November 3, 2019 at his home.  He was born to the late Peter and Mary Cutlip DeMali on September 2, 1943 in Akron, Ohio. He was retired from the B.F. Goodrich Company and served in our country’s military. A doting and tenderhearted husband, father, and grandfather, Tom enjoyed fishing, gardening, time spent with family, and visiting with friends. Tom’s memory will live on through those who survive;...

AUDREL F. BROWN Audrel F. Brown, 88, of Akron, Ohio, entered into eternal rest, October 23, 2019. She was born in Gassaway, West Virginia on July 5, 1931, daughter of the late Elva and Gertha Singleton. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her devoted husband of 63 years, Hartsel “Bill” Brown; son-in-law James “Jim” Fry; dear cousins, Ordie and Nellie Jarvis; and dear friend, James King. With her goodbyes, Audrel leaves unforgettable memories...

MARY A. HARRIS Mary A. Harris, 79, loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away at Select Speciality Hospital in Akron.  She was born March 31, 1940 in Burnsville, West Virginia, daughter of the late Oda and Grace Crawford Carpenter. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her infant sister, Geraldine Carpenter and brother, Darrell Carpenter. Mary’s memory will forever be cherished by those who survive; her husband of 61 years, Robert Harris;...

ROBERT PAUL SIMMERS Robert Paul Simmers, 70, of Akron, Ohio, passed away October 11, 2019 at his home.  Born in Shenandoah, Pennsylvania on May 15, 1949, he was the son of Mary A. Simmers and the late Carl G. Simmers, Sr. Robert will be dearly missed by those he leaves behind; his mother, Mary Simmers of Uniontown; brothers, Dr. Carl (Bonnie) Simmers, Jr. of Silver Lake, Richard (Sara) Simmers of Uniontown, and Kevin (Brenda) Simmers of Largo, Florida; nieces and nephews, Erich; Erin...

BONNIE J. SCRITCHFIELD Bonnie J. Scritchfield, 70, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, October 10, 2019. She was born July 24, 1949 in Reedy, West Virginia, daughter of the late Ray and Virginia Nichols Roberts. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Betty Roberts. Bonnie’s memory will forever be cherished by those who survive; her husband of 51 years, Russell Scritchfield; sons, Ken (Kristen) Scritchfield, Will (Stacie) Scritchfield;...

JAMES GILBERT OVERLY James Gilbert Overly, 83, of Suffield, Ohio, was welcomed into his eternal home, Thursday, October 10, 2019. Born September 2, 1936 in Acme, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Harry and Lydia Yothers Overly. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his infant daughter, Linda Overly; sister, Gail Winemiller; and brothers, Floyd, Lester, and Harold Overly. Gilbert’s memory will forever be in the hearts of those who survive; his wife of 64...