Adams Mason Funeral Home & Crematory Obituaries

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At Adams Mason Funeral Home & Crematory, we understand that the loss of a loved one is a profound and emotional experience. Located at 791 East Market Street in Akron, Ohio, our facility has been a comforting presence within the community for many years. We offer a peaceful and soothing environment where families can come to remember, honor, and celebrate the life of their loved one.

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We believe in providing personalized, dignified, and compassionate service to each family we serve. Our services range from traditional funerals to various cremation options, including direct cremation and options that accommodate public or private memorial services. Our experienced staff is here to guide you through every step, ensuring your loved one's farewell is conducted with the utmost respect and care.

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James Farmer - March 29, 1956 - April 04, 2024

Departed: 04/04/2024 (Akron)

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Matthew Andrew Stone - March 01, 1978 - March 31, 2024

Departed: 03/31/2024 (Akron)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Matthew Andrew Stone.

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Harvey Willard McClaskey - July 24, 1949 - March 29, 2024

Departed: 03/29/2024 (Akron)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Harvey Willard McClaskey.

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George Anthony Anter - October 27, 1969 - March 23, 2024

Departed: 03/23/2024 (Akron)

Obituary Preview: Gerald “Jerry” Anter was 54 years old when he suddenly passed away on March 23rd, 2024. He is survived by his son Maxwell Anter, his mother Diane Giacabone (John), sisters Angela Vanmeter (Jimmy) and Andrea Anter, and nieces Lauren Sobat and Jenna Sobat. He was predeceased by his father Gerald N. Anter. Jerry was born in Akron, Ohio. He truly lived life to the fullest. In his youth he was a phenomenal baseball player, and continued to follow and enjoy sports throughout his lifetime. He was a man with a genuine talent for crafting, fixing, and repairing. There was not a project he couldn’t complete when he set his mind to it. Jerry was also a culinary wizard who was constantly able to woo and charm those who tasted his food. Every Sunday he would invite his family and friends over for a traditional-style meal as a way of staying connected with those close to him. He was not only a family man, but also a man of great dedication and work ethic - he was self-made. Often boasting about retiring at 40, he built up his legacy with his own two hands putting countless hours into his dream. Jerry was a devoted and charismatic man who always livened up a room when he entered it. He was loved and will be truly missed by all those that knew him, especially his family. Arrangements entrusted to Adams Mason Funeral Home (330) 535-9186

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Eloid Simmons - December 25, 1929 - March 21, 2024

Departed: 03/21/2024 (Akron)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Eloid Simmons.

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James Michael Smith - February 25, 1953 - March 20, 2024

Departed: 03/20/2024 (Akron)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for James Michael Smith.

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Russell Lee Elliott - November 09, 1958 - March 18, 2024

Departed: 03/18/2024 (Akron)

Obituary Preview: Russell Lee Elliott born 11/09/1958 has joined the Lord on 03/18/2024 after a long courageous battle with COPD. Russell served in the Marine Corps stationed in Parris Island S.C. He was also a truck driver for Brinks and then worked for B&C in Barberton, OH. He enjoyed hanging out with his best friends Howard and Helen Fogg singing, dancing and laughing by the fire. He was very family oriented and enjoyed fishing. Russ will be dearly missed. A special thank you to Sylvia Riley, Phil Cloud and Reginald Ray for your friendship. Russ loved people especially children and left behind many nieces, nephews and extended family; Amber, Amanda, Angelica (sweetie girl), Tiffany, Robert, Dalton, Lawrence and Joey. Brother Scott(Jackie) Elliott and sister Beth Elliott ( Bill Bryant). He was proceeded in death by parents Bob and Mary Jo Elliott, sister Kimmy Jo Hardy and brother Mark Elliott.

Russ the absence of you has left a void in our lives. We will carry fond memory's with us in our hearts/minds until we finally meet again.

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Garnette Lou Dorsey - July 10, 1930 - March 16, 2024

Departed: 03/16/2024 (Akron)

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Garnette L. Dorsey passed away March 16, 2024. She was born July 10, 1930 in Minnora, West Virginia. She was employed as an executive secretary at Evans Savings Association and for the dean of the history department at The University of Akron. She was a member of First United Methodist Church of Akron since April 1957, where her children grew up in the Christian community and where she served on many committees and the administrative council. She volunteered at the Tuesday free lunch beginning in 1987. She supported the church and keystone Sunday school class in every way she could.

Garnette was preceded in death by her husband, James T.; son Stephen; parents Harley and Thelma Knotts; brothers Marshal, Edgar and Matthew Knotts; sisters Phyllis Hale and Dorothy Toth; son in law James Alverson; nephews Mark Knotts, Scott Dillon and Harold Lindsey who was a Vietnam cancer casualty; brothers in law Steve Toth, Jr, Harley Gunderson, and Robert J. Dillon; and sister in law Nancy Knotts.

Garnette is survived by her children Michael (Andrea) and Debra Dorsey Alverson: grandchildren Christopher, Sarah Wirt (Dennis), Jacquelyn Weber (Jacob), and Jenelle Alverson; great grandchildren Jeffrey Fowler Jr, Lila Wirt, Penelope and Maxwell Weber; sisters Mary Gunderson and Judith Dillon; and many nieces and nephews.

Friends may call at visiting hours Saturday, March 23, 2024 from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM at Adams Mason Funeral Home (791 East Market Street), where funeral services will immediately follow at 1:00 PM. All are invited to a meal immediately following at First United Methodist Church, 263 E Mill St., Akron, OH. Garnette will be laid to rest with her husband at Hillside Memorial Park.

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Juanita "Ruthie" Jones - August 19, 1953 - March 11, 2024

Departed: 03/11/2024 (Akron)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Juanita "Ruthie" Jones.

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Lester Earl Dillon - May 24, 1943 - March 07, 2024

Departed: 03/07/2024 (Akron)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Lester Earl Dillon.

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Brian Laurence McFadden - December 11, 1973 - March 07, 2024

Departed: 03/07/2024 (Akron)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Brian Laurence McFadden.

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Dianne Marie Djurik - September 22, 1961 - March 03, 2024

Departed: 03/03/2024 (Akron)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Dianne Marie Djurik.

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Djuma Saidi - January 01, 1980 - March 01, 2024

Departed: 03/01/2024 (Akron)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Djuma Saidi.

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Birkha Bahadur Biswakarma - April 27, 1944 - February 29, 2024

Departed: 02/29/2024 (Akron)

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Birkha Biswakarma was born in Chhokana Harpepani Bhutan in the year 04/27/1944.

He was the first son of Damber Singh and Kampa Maya Diyali. Raised in Chhokana by only one maternal Uncle Thuley Diyali after the sudden death of his mom Kampa Maya who passed away when Birkha was only 7 days old. And the age 18 years he went to Suntaley Chirang Bhutan. He was married to Phul Maya Kalikotay the daughter of Khadka Singh Kalikotay and Purni Maya Shankar. Five children Bal Bdr. Buddhiman, Sanman, Amber Singh and Santa Bir were born there in Chirang Bhutan. He was an animal Caretaker at Animal Husbandry Chirang. Along with five children both parents went to Duzegaun and finally settled and got retired at Daga Dzong. All children kept raising in the care of maternal grand-parents and their love. Only one daughter Sanmaya was born in Daga Dzong in the year 1990.

In the year 1992 along with Amber, Santa Bir and daughter San Maya went to Nepal due to agitation that took place in 1980. Stayed in Damak Jhapa-Eastern Nepal. Stayed in Beldangi 1-Sector B1 Hut Number 105 for 16 years. But Second son Buddhiman and Sanman stayed back in Daga Dzong Bhutan. Third Country settlement gave an opportunity to settle in USA. Along with son Santa Bir and daughter San Maya left Nepal in Dec 8th, 2008 getting migrated by IOM. Landed in Newport News on Dec 11th. 2008. All the family of Bal Bdr and Amber Singh followed them few months later. He received Christ and got baptized by Pastor Samuel Khawas and Pastor John Tamang in 2009 and got planted in Newport News Christian Fellowship. He had 6 children, 13 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

After 8 years of stay at Newport News moved to Akron Ohio. In 2014 he was diagnosed with prostate cancer and was struggling with it. As the time continued his health state start getting worse. Besides, He had High BP, Diabetes and high cholesterol. On January 2nd he got admitted to hospice care but kept at home.

He got admitted as bed patient from February 24th 2024. He got senseless thereafter and left all of us on Thursday February 29th, 2024 at 8:45am.

He was very joyful, thoughtful and full of humor. His advice, counseling, and his soft words will be remembered and will stay in our hearts as birth mark forever.

Bau(Dad).! you have fought a good fight. We will be following you n your footsteps.

See you in Heaven dear Bau. We miss you Your children

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Dorothy Ellen Light - Unknown - February 29, 2024

Departed: 02/29/2024 (Akron)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Dorothy Ellen Light.

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Barbara Faye McGraw - June 08, 1939 - February 19, 2024

Departed: 02/19/2024 (Akron)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Barbara Faye McGraw.

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Ernest Travis - February 17, 1956 - February 19, 2024

Departed: 02/19/2024 (Akron)

Obituary Preview: Ernest Travis, beloved husband, father, Brother, Granddad, Uncle,Cousin,Nephew &Friend!

Ernest passed away on February 19, 2024, at the age of 68. Born on February 17, 1956, Ernest was known for his unwavering dedication to his family, his passion for helping others, and his love for cheese.

Ernest was a beautiful, lovable soul always willing to lend a helping hand and support those in need. His kindness and generosity touched the lives of many, and he will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

In addition to being a loving husband and father, Ernest was also a skilled mechanic and car enthusiast. His knowledge and expertise in classic cars were unmatched, and he was always willing to share his passion with others.

Ernest is proceeded in death by his parents, Lou James and Argustavia Travis, Willie James Travis, Bettijean Harris, David Travis, Isabella, Travis, Johnny Ray Travis, Dorothy Travis, and Geraldine Travis, Ernest Travis Jr.

Ernest leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and compassion that will continue to inspire those who were fortunate enough to know him. He leaves Behind his wife , Reneea Roper Travis; kids, Tyreece Williams, Nakia Shadie,Teisha Travis, Tia-Ping Ruple, Shyrisa Caffey, Rachelle Roper, Maundrio Roper, and Michael Roper; living siblings Gloria Beasley, Linda Saunders, Yvonne Tyson, Cynthia Travis, Barbara Watts, and James Boyer.

Rest in peace, Ernest Travis. You will be remembered fondly and dearly missed.

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Kenneth Dwayne Morris - January 24, 1962 - February 07, 2024

Departed: 02/07/2024 (Akron)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Kenneth Dwayne Morris.

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Kathy Lynn Wayman - March 17, 1960 - February 02, 2024

Departed: 02/02/2024 (Akron)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Kathy Lynn Wayman.

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Carrie Catherine Cole - May 09, 1943 - February 01, 2024

Departed: 02/01/2024 (Akron)

Obituary Preview: Carrie Catherine Cole, 80, went home to be with the Lord February 1, 2024 after a battle with cancer. She was born May 9, 1943 in Cumberland, Maryland, the daughter of the late James and Carrie Johnson. Carrie was a member of Lakeview Lighthouse Church. Her husband Bud referred to her as “The best woman in the world.” She will always be remembered as woman who was devoted to her faith, her family, and her dogs. Carrie was filled with love, life, and laughter. In her free time, she enjoyed crafts, bingo, online video games and cooking for her family. She also had an ornery and sassy side to her as she disliked interruptions. Carrie and Bud lived in Florida for 15 years, but she wanted to be closer to family and they moved back to Ohio. In addition to her parents, Carrie is preceded in death by her daughter Cathy Kurtz on July 14, 2017; sisters Barbara Mozer on December 12, 2010, and Phyllis Watson on October 21, 2013; and her brother James Johnson at a young age. She is survived by her loving husband of 32 years Harold C. “Bud” Cole Sr.; sons Richard (Stephanie) Shackleford, and Roy (Lynn) Brumley; step-children Georgette Brown, Bud (Jackie) Cole Jr., Ida (Jeff) Westfall, Scott (Cathy) Cole, Joe (Tracy) Cole, Victor Cole, and Violet (Dan) Mayhle; son-in-law Larry Kurtz; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; and her dogs Wrigley and Trixie. Visitation will be 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at Lakeview Lighthouse Church (1065 Kubler Trail), where funeral services will immediately follow at 11:00 AM. Pastor Dwayne Ray will officiate. She will be laid to rest at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society and/or the American Heart Association. Arrangements entrusted to Adams Mason Funeral Home (330) 535-9186

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Edward James Michaud - October 06, 1948 - January 31, 2024

Departed: 01/31/2024 (Akron)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Edward James Michaud.

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Luralei Lee Lewis - November 11, 1947 - January 30, 2024

Departed: 01/30/2024 (Akron)

Obituary Preview: Luralei Lee Lewis, 76, went home to be with the Lord on January 30, 2024. She was born November 11, 1947 in Akron, the daughter of the late Ronald R. And Enid L. (Née Putnam) Lewis. She will always be remembered as a loving and caring person who was willing to help others. Luralei was a person of faith and was a former member of East Market Street Church of God. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brothers David and Ivan Lewis. Luralei is survived by her son Richard Brian Lambert; sisters-in-law Norma and Teresa Lewis; neices Cindy, Lora, Rhonda, Kelli, and Tammi; nephews Matthew, David, and Roy; numerous great nieces and nephews; and special friends Jeanne Everhart and David Turner. Visitation will be 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM, Monday, February 12, 2024 at the Adams Mason Funeral Home (791 East Market Street), where a memorial service will immediately follow at 3:00 PM. Arrangements entrusted to Adams Mason Funeral Home (330) 535-9186

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Margaret Ellen Henline - July 05, 1948 - January 26, 2024

Departed: 01/26/2024 (Akron)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Margaret Ellen Henline.

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Frank J. Gerhart - March 03, 1958 - January 25, 2024

Departed: 01/25/2024 (Akron)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Frank J. Gerhart.

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James V. Belka - Unknown - January 24, 2024

Departed: 01/24/2024 (Akron)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for James V. Belka.

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The Facilities at Adams Mason Funeral Home & Crematory

Our facilities are thoughtfully designed to cater to the needs of all families. We boast spacious visitation rooms, a large chapel for funeral and memorial services, and a comfortable arrangement area for privacy when making service plans. With attention to detail in terms of aesthetic and accessibility, we make sure our facilities meet the needs of every family, providing a serene ambiance during your time of need.

Pre-Planning Services

In recognizing the benefits and peace of mind that come with planning ahead, Adams Mason Funeral Home & Crematory offers comprehensive pre-planning services. Pre-planning allows individuals to make their own service arrangements, which can relieve the emotional burden on loved ones left behind. Our team is ready to discuss pre-planning options, ensuring that your wishes are honored and the process for your family is seamless when the time comes.

Our Experienced Staff

Our staff members are not just professionals; they are caring individuals who are dedicated to providing support and comfort to families during difficult times. Their experience and knowledge in funeral customs, arrangements, and the facilitation of services ensure that every detail is attended to with precision and personal touches that reflect the uniqueness of your loved one's life story.

Cremation Services

Cremation is an increasingly preferred choice for many families, and at Adams Mason Funeral Home & Crematory, we have our own on-site crematory. This not only provides families with the reassurance of knowing their loved one never leaves our care but also enables us to oversee every aspect of the cremation process. We offer a range of cremation options suitable for every family's preferences and budget.

Memorials and Personalization

We believe each memorial service should be as unique as the individual it celebrates. From video tributes and personalized music to special readings and photo boards, we assist families in creating meaningful and personalized memorials. The little details matter, and we strive to infuse each service with memories that resonate with the dearly departed's essence and spirit.

Community Involvement and Support

Adams Mason Funeral Home & Crematory believes in giving back and remaining an integral part of the Akron community. We understand how critical it is to support our neighbors, not just in times of loss, but in building bonds that honor life and resilience. Whether through sponsorship of local events, participation in community programs, or providing resources for grief support, we take our role in the community to heart.

The Value of Grief Support

Grieving does not end with the funeral. At Adams Mason Funeral Home & Crematory, our commitment to you and your family continues well after the services are concluded. We offer resources for grief support because we understand that the process of healing is ongoing. Our compassionate staff can recommend local support groups, therapists, and provide literature to assist you through your journey of healing.

Choosing Adams Mason Funeral Home & Crematory

When you choose Adams Mason Funeral Home & Crematory, you are not just selecting a service provider; you are choosing a team that treats every family with dignity, respect, and kindness. Our deeply rooted commitment to serving the Akron community ensures that we will be here to uphold the traditions and individual wishes of all who walk through our doors. Trust us to be attentive to your needs, down to the smallest detail, as you navigate the process of saying goodbye.

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Located conveniently in Akron, OH, at 791 East Market Street, we are here to help you 24/7. Our staff is available to answer your questions, provide tours of our facility, and discuss any aspect of our services. Accessibility and comfort are imperative, and we work tirelessly to ensure that our facility and services are accessible to everyone in their time of need. You can reach us by phone or visit us in person to start the conversation about how we can serve you during this significant time.