All Obituaries

Mary Alice Yakubik (nee: Schillinger), age 89, passed away September 15, 2019 in her hometown of Wadsworth, Ohio.  She was born on September 18, 1929 to the late Frederick and Ernestine (nee: Sisler) Schillinger.  Preceded in death by her husband, William Yakubik; son, James Yonkich; and sister Peggy Jobes. Mary is survived by her sons, John Yonkich, Joseph, William and Andrew Yakubik; grandchildren, Jacob, Hannah, William, Matthew, Andrew, and Alec Yakubik, Spring Robinson, and...

Truman Wade Kuykenall Sr., age 73, passed away September 11, 2019. He was born on October 22, 1945 in Fayetteville, TN to the late Lee and Rozell (nee: Marty) Kuykendall. He was employed by Lightening Trucking Company and in his spare time he enjoyed working on hot rods and playing guitar. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, May (nee: Booher); children, Truman W. Jr. (Tracy) and Michelle Lynn Robinson (Tom); and grandchildren Jeff Kuykendall, Cassandra Kuykendall, Cassey Scalf,...

Ruby D. Thompson, age 90, left to be at Home with our Heavenly Father on Aug. 29, 2019. She was born in Nutter Fort, WV on Mar. 20, 1929 and lived her life as a powerful witness for Jesus, everywhere she went. She was a loving wife to Jack A. Thompson, for 71 wonderful years, as well as being a devoted mother and a graceful grandmother. She was also a lifelong active member and servant for the Lord at the Wintergreen Ledges Church of God, teaching sunday school, leading the choir, and...

Together Again On Wednesday August 28, 2019, we said a tearful goodbye to our beloved mom Henrya Austine Hollin (nee Easley).  After a lifetime of faith, devotion, and prayer, she left us for her final reward.  She was born December 10, 1930 in Copley, Ohio, and was the daughter of Henry Austin Easley and Mary Rose Kehmptzow.  Mom was blessed with artistic and musical talents.  Her home was filled with her paintings and her beautiful voice.  She and our Dad,...

Joseph Robert Bajec, 87, of Wadsworth, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2019.  He was born in Cleveland, to the late Joseph and Vera (Bayuk) Bajec on July 8, 1932.  He was a graduate of Collinwood High School and received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from John Carroll University in 1954.  He graduated in the first class of officers who completed the four-year Reserve Officer’s Training Corp (ROTC) at John Carroll.  In 1954, he married...

Beverly J. Hudak, 81, went to heaven July 23, 2019 at Akron General after a long battle with a rare disorder due to complications following major invasive surgery 2 years prior. With over a dozen hospital admissions since Jan., and the complex and diverse daily routine of treatment and care, she surprised all with her ability to bounce back and carry on.  She was born July 21, 1938 in Akron. She had a very caring nature and people of all walks of life were able to bond easily with...

Robert "Bob" O. Hipp Jr. passed away peacefully at his home in Barberton on August 26, 2019 at the age of 80.  Robert is predeceased by his wife Maryann Hipp, and parents, Donald and Rose Richardson. Bob is survived by his brothers: James (Helen) Hipp of Barberton, and Gerald (Carol) Hipp of Cuyahoga Falls, sons: Robert O. Hipp III of Vienna, WV, Brian (Michelle) Hipp of Grantsville, WV, and Donald (Nancy) Hipp of Cuyahoga Falls, and grandchildren: Danielle Goodrich, Sidney...

James “Jim” Wilson, age 74, went to be with Jesus on August 15, 2019. He was born on October 8, 1944 in Wadsworth, Ohio to the late Ezret and Gladys Wilson. Jim retired from General Motors after 31 years and was a dedicated member of Freshwater Community Church in Wadsworth.   Preceded in death by his brother, Wheeler Wilson; Jim is survived by his wife of 28 years, Sherril; daughter, Kelly Wilson; bonus children, Doug (Kristine) Kiley, Diana (Scott) Amedy, and Debbie...

Barbara Lou (Waddell) Andrews of Wadsworth, Ohio, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones, at the Hospice of Medina County on August 17, 2019, following a tragic accident.   Barbara served as a role model to her three daughters, demonstrating the importance of a strong work ethic and love for family. She taught them to be strong independent women, to stand up for themselves, and to follow their dreams.   Always on the go, Barbara took daily walks, participated in Tai...

Thomas R. Schaffer, age 79, of Warsaw, Ohio, passed away August 9, 2019. He was born on April 1st 1940 in Parkersburg, WV to the late Hobert and Mary Ethel. Preceded in death by wife, Leona K. (nee: Fern); brother, Bud Schaffer; and son-in-law, Richard Smith. Survived by daughters, Judy Barker, Linda Smith, Terry (John) Cutshall, and Betty (Scott) Winkle; brother, Jerry (Pat) Schaffer; sister, Beatrice (James) Dodd; many grandchildren, great- grandchildren, nieces and nephews. A memorial...