Robert E. Hackenberg
BARBERTON -- Robert E. Hackenberg, 80, passed away at his residence May 7, 1998.
He was born in Barberton, where he was a life resident. Robert was employed by the City of Barberton, retiring 19 years ago. He was a member of Columbia United Church of Christ and also the Barberton Masonic Lodge 750 F&AM and Genet Chapter of O.E.S. 212. He was a veteran of World War II, serving with the United States Army.
He is survived by wife, Mildred; sons, Leroy of Barberton, Robert E. of Philadelphia, Pa.; daughter, Patricia (Eugene) Dyrdek of Dayton; grandchildren, Kimberly, Kelly, Denise, and Rob; great-grandchildren, Sean and Cole; sister, Betty Wood of Barberton.
Funeral services will be Monday, 1 p.m., at Columbia United Church of Christ (978 Wooster Rd. W.), Pastor David C. Craig officiating. Interment Greenlawn Memorial Park. Calling hours will be Saturday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m., at the funeral home and also one hour prior to service Monday. Masonic services Saturday at 7:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the church.
(Hahn, Barberton, 825-2467.)
Abbie Hagenbaugh
BARBERTON -- Abbie Hagenbaugh, age one day, born May 10, 1998, passed away May 11, 1998.
She is survived by parents, Nicholas S. and Tonya M. (nee Smith) Hagenbaugh; brother, Alex S. Hagenbaugh; grandparents, John and Pam Hagenbaugh of Barberton, and Rick and Helen Smith of Lakemore.
Graveside service 10 a.m., Thursday, May 14, 1998, at Greenlawn Cemetery, Pastor Bob Patterson officiating. Calling hours TONIGHT, 7 to 9, at Cox Funeral Home, 222 Norton Ave., Barberton. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the parents. (Cox, Barberton, 745-3311.)
Philip P. Hahn
NORTON -- Philip P. Hahn, 83, passed away May 9, 1998.
Mr. Hahn was born in Akron on Nov. 12, 1914. He was a lifelong resident of Norton, and a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Akron. Philip was employed by B. F. Goodrich as a tire maker until his retirement in 1974. Mr. Hahn owned and operated Hahn's Driving Range on Reimer Road, where he worked until he was 80. He was a member of the German-American Club and Austrian-American Club in Akron.
He was preceded in death by his brothers, John and Adam Hahn, and is survived by his wife of 60 years, Mary; sons, Philip R. (Virginia) Hahn of Westfield Center and Richard P. (Jan) Hahn of Ann Arbor, Mich.; daughter, Marlene Redhead of Ft. Myers, Fla.; sister, Elizabeth ``Betty'' Mess of Norton; grandchildren, Rich Jr., Brad, Mark, Brian, Todd, Leslee, Matthew, Grant Redhead; and great-grandchild, Garrett Hahn.
Friends may call at the Bacher Funeral Home, 3250 Greenwich Rd., Norton, Tuesday evening from 4 to 8, where funeral services will be held Wednesday morning at 11, with Rev. John Eiwen officiating. Interment at Loyal Oak Cemetery. Those wishing to make donations may do so by giving to the Hospice House, 9470 HealthPark Circle, Ft. Myers, Fla. 33908, in memory of Mr. Hahn.
(Bacher, Norton, 825-3633.)
Martha E. Hall
Martha E. Hall, 86, passed away May 30, 1998, at St. Thomas Hospital. Funeral arrangements later. (FARLEY FUNERAL HOME, 784-3334.)
Wilmetta June Hall
RALEIGH, N.C. -- Wilmetta June Hall, 78, died Saturday at Wake Medical Center.
She was a native of Carey, Ohio and was a graduate of Findlay High School in Findlay, Ohio. She was married during World War II in 1943 to Robert G. Hall. Mr. and Mrs. Hall have resided in Raleigh since 1985. She was a member of the Asbury United Methodist Church, was active in the 55 Club (Exchange Park Chapter), the Buffalo Lanes Senior Bowling League, and worked part-time with her daughter, Judy.
She is survived in loving memory by her husband, Robert; daughters, Katy H. Olsen of Chinquapin, N.C., and Judy H. Johnson of Knightdale; brother, Merle A. Orwig of Findlay, Ohio; and grandchildren, Julia J. Young of Apex and Michael G. Johnson of Knightdale.
A Memorial Service will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, May 14, 1998 at Brown-Wynne Funeral Home, Millbrook Road. The Family will receive friends at the funeral home immediately following the service.
Robert Eugene (Bobby) Halliwell
RITTMAN -- Robert Eugene (Bobby) Halliwell, 22, of Rittman, died suddenly May 2, 1998.
He was a life resident of Rittman. He graduated from Rittman High School in 1995 and was employed at the Gerstenslager Co. in Wooster. He had coached Hot Stove League baseball and Pee Wee football, and was an avid golfer.
He is survived by mother, Theresa Halliwell of Rittman; father, Jon (Laurie) Halliwell of Creston; brothers, Jonathon of Rittman and Caleb of Creston; sister, Christina of Rittman; stepbrother, Daniel McKay of Hamlin, W. Va., and grandmothers, Beulah Halliwell and Linda Smotherman, both of Rittman.
Services Wednesday at 11 a.m. at the Grace Brethren Church in Rittman. Rev. Bud Olszewski will officiate, with burial at Rittman Cemetery. Friends may call TODAY 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Gillman Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, Wayne County Unit, 243 E. Liberty St., Wooster 44691.
(Gillman, 925-2911.)
Dana L. Hamrick
CUYAHOGA FALLS -- Dana L. Hamrick, 57, went to be with his Savior on May 4, 1998.
Calling hours will be 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. TODAY at the Dunn-Quigley, Ciriello & Carr Funeral Home, 3333 Kent Rd., STOW, where services will be held Friday at 11 a.m., Pastor Mark Mohler officiating. Interment at Northlawn Memorial Gardens.
(Dunn-Quigley, Ciriello & Carr, Stow Chapel, 688-3866.)
Ralph ``Red'' Hannaman
Ralph ``Red'' Hannaman, 77, passed away May 12, 1998.
Born in Akron, Mr. Hannaman was a life resident of the area, and was employed by the McNeil Corp. as an electrician. He was a U. S. Marine veteran of World War II and a member of Greater Akron Motorcycle Association.
He is survived by his wife of 27 years, Mirl; sons, Mark R., Ralph Jr., and Bill; daughters, Nola Neer and Dorothy (Tim) Williams; grandchildren, Brandy, Hayley, and Chris; great-grandchildren, Jade and Coty; and brother, Bernard.
Memorial services will be held Friday, 1 p.m., at Hopkins Lawver Funeral Home, 547 Canton Rd., Akron, with Rev. G. Rod Taylor officiating. Private burial to follow at East Akron Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to service time.
(Hopkins Lawver, Akron, 733-6271.)
Dorothea M. Harrison
Dorothea M. Harrison, 87, died May 6, 1998.
A life resident of Akron, she was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church of Firestone Park.
Preceded in death by her husband, Harry L. Harrison; and daughter, Norma L. Miller, she is survived by her grandson, Michael C. Miller of Houston, Texas.
A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. MONDAY at Rose Hill Burial Park, with Rev. Michael Maciupa officiating. There will be no calling hours. Should friends desire, memorials may be made to Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders, 157 W. Cedar St. Suite 206, Akron 44307. (Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel, 867-4141.)
James E. Harrison
James E. Harrison, 64, passed away May 6, 1998.
Mr. Harrison, a professional truck driver, was born in Greenbrier County, W. Va., on March 14, 1934.
He is survived by his sons, James (Marsha) Harrison and Russell Harrison; daughter, Terri Garcia; brother, Ed Harrison; stepbrother, Bill Hicks; one grandchild.
There will be a memorial service Tuesday, May 12, 1998, at 7 p.m., at the Bacher Funeral Home, 3326 Manchester Rd. (Bacher, 644-0024.)
Lenora ``Nora'' Anne Hausknecht
Lenora A. Hausknecht, 51, of Brimfield, died Tuesday at Robinson Memorial Hospital.
She was born Jan. 20, 1947, in Cleveland, the daughter of Leonard and Ann (Menthart) Lavdis. Mrs. Hausknecht had worked as a sales representative for Reliance Electric for 26 years. She was a member of the Faith Lutheran Church of Kent.
Survivors include her husband of 31 years, Richard; sons, Shane (Anita) of Stow, Stan at home, and Michael at home; stepparents, Lou and Peg Mathias of Mentor; sisters, Pam Simmons of Arizona, Michelle Lavdis of Garfield Heights, and Dodie Lavdis of Twinsburg; several aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, at the Wood-Kortright Funeral Home, Kent Chapel. A 1 p.m. service Saturday will be held at Faith Lutheran Church in Kent, with Rev. George Gaiser officiating. Interment will be at Standing Rock Cemetery in Kent. (Wood-Kortright, Kent Chapel, 678-4433.)
Mary I. Haverlick (nee Kura)
Mary Irene Haverlick, 86, died April 30, 1998, in Phoenix, Ariz.
She was born in Akron and was a life resident of Barberton. She was employed as an office clerk with Babcock & Wilcox Co. for 20 years, retiring in 1973. She was a member of SS. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church and St. Anne's Society.
She is survived by daughters, Dorothy (John) Marzano and Mary Ann (Jim) Runion, both of Akron; five grandchildren, four great-grandchildren; brothers, Alexander and Mike (Sue) Kura, both of Akron.
A memorial Mass will be held Friday, May 15, 1998, 9:30 a.m., at SS. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church, with Fr. Edward Lajack, celebrant. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery. NO CALLING HOURS.
(HAHN, Barberton, 825-2467.)
Margaret F. Hay
Margaret F. Hay, 76, went home to be with the Lord April 30, 1998, at the Cleveland Clinic.
She was born March 5, 1922, the daughter of George and Faith Mast. Margaret was employed by Sears and Woolworth. She loved playing the piano and was a pianist for the Victory Baptist Temple in Brimfield for a number of years.
She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Robert and Barbara Hay, Jr., John and Pam Hay, and Dave and Terri Hay; seven grandchildren, one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Hay in 1985.
Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. Monday at FARLEY FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd. (at Gilchrist Rd.), with Pastor David Lanum officiating. If desired, contributions may be directed to the family in care of Dave Hay, P.O. Box 285, Tallmadge, Ohio 44278-0285. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family. (Farley, 784-3334.)
Marshall L. Haynes
CUYAHOGA FALLS -- Marshall L. Haynes, 89, died May 5, 1998.
A funeral service will be conducted at 1 p.m. TODAY, at the Clifford-Shoemaker Funeral Home, 1930 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls, Rev. Stephen Gehlert officiating. The Last Alarm Service will take place at the funeral home. Interment at Oakwood Cemetery. In lieu of other remembrances, memorials may be made to Cuyahoga Falls E.M.S. Fire Rescue Fund, P.O. Box 1242, Cuyahoga Falls 44223, in his memory.
(Clifford-Shoemaker, 928-2147.) A Golden Rule Funeral Home
Konrad Heidt
FLORIDA -- Konrad Heidt, 82, passed away at his home in Boca Raton, Fla., on April 29, 1998.
An Akron resident and business owner until 1987, he operated A-1 Air Conditioning Co., and was a member of Local 219 Plumbers & Pipefitters Union. Mr. Heidt was a member of First Grace United Church of Christ. He was a past president of the Akron Cahpter of Refrigeration Service Engineers Society.
Konrad is survived by his beloved wife, Nettie; sons, Conrad (Nancy) of Taylor, Mich., Robert (Sharon) of Boynton Beach, Fla., David (Pat) of Ft. Marion, Pa.; daughter, Annette (Neil) Rogers of Scotts Valley, Calif.; sister, Elizabeth Neidert of Hilliard, Ohio; 13 grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren.
Memorials may be made to West Boca Presbyterian Church Building Fund, 22500 Hammock St., Boca Raton, Fla. 33428, where he was a member. Inurnment at Mt. Peace Cemetery at a later date. Kraeer Funeral Home in Boca Raton, Fla., handling arrangements.
Susanne D. Helms (nee Doepke)
Susanne D. Helms (nee Doepke) was the beloved wife of Wade Farley Helms of Hudson; dear mother of William C. Helms of Alturas, Calif., Christian F. Helms of Bellevue, Wash., and David B. Helms of Chicago, Ill.; grandmother of one; daughter of Edith Doepke of Winnetka, Ill., and the late Charles F. Doepke; sister of William Doepke, Carolyn Bennett, and Barbara Cochran.
A memorial service will be held at the First Congregational Church of Hudson, 47 Aurora St., Saturday, May 2, at 11 a.m. The family prefers that those who wish may make contributions in her name to First Church of Christ, Scientist, Hudson, 7200 Valley View Rd., Hudson 44236; or Camps Leelanau/Kohahna Foundation, 1653 Port Oneida Rd., Maple City, Mich. 49664. (BROWN-FORWARD SERVICE, Shaker Heights,
1-216-752-1200.)
Rose Hengstenberger
Rose Hengstenberger, 78, died Friday, May 8, 1998.
She was born in Akron and was a sales associate for Bon-Ton Fashions. She was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church and an active member of the K of C Wives' Club, Council 3410.
Preceded in death by husband, Joseph, she is survived by sons, Gary (Carroll) of Uniontown and Eric (Theresa) of Copley; daughter, JoEllen Hengstenberger of Akron; sisters, Helen Bailey of Akron and Mary (John) Luber of Strongsville; grandchildren, Scott, Kelly, and Erica.
Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Monday at the Kucko-Anthony-Kertesz Funeral Home, 95 W. Waterloo Rd.; and at 10 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery. The family will receive friends Sunday, 4 to 8 p.m., at the funeral home. Donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association.
(Kucko-Anthony-Kertesz, 724-1281.)
James C. Herndon, lawyer with many community ties
Former Akron Symphony Orchestra, Ohio Ballet trustee was active in church
Journal staff report James C. Herndon practiced law in Akron for nearly 50 years, but he was known just as much for his community involvement.
His family described him as a man who lived for helping wherever he was needed.
``He was more than willing to help people; that was just part of his faith,'' daughter Ann Considine said. ``The biggest thing he wanted people to know was his love of family, community and church.''
Funeral services for Mr. Herndon will be at 10 a.m. today at St. Vincent Catholic Church, 164 W. Market St., Akron. He died last Friday at age 85.
Mr. Herndon was born in Connellsville, Pa., where his father, Ruben B., was an accountant.
The family moved to a farm in Jefferson County, Ohio, when Mr. Herndon was 12. His father went to work in Wheeling, W. Va., and Mr. Herndon attended Catholic schools there. After school and on weekends, he and three brothers operated the farm.
Mr. Herndon graduated from high school in 1931 and enrolled in a business course at Ohio State University. It was during the Depression, and the nation's economy was undergoing vast changes.
The shifting tax structure caught Mr. Herndon's interest. When he received his degree in 1935, he took a job with the Internal Revenue Service. He had wanted to study law, but finances made it out of the question.
Working in the Cleveland IRS office, he held jobs as Internal Revenue agent, special agent in the intelligence unit and technical adviser. He met his wife, Mary Frances, in Akron, and the couple married in 1938.
When World War II came, Mr. Herndon got a release from the IRS and entered the Navy. After his discharge in 1946, he went back to work for the IRS and enrolled in Cleveland Marshall Law School.
He earned his degree and passed the bar in 1949.
He began practicing law with Sheck, Herndon and Barlto, who merged with the law firm of Buckingham Doolittle & Burroughs, where he practiced until his retirement in 1990.
Mr. Herndon was involved in numerous community and business activities. He was a former officer and trustee of the Akron Symphony Orchestra and the Ohio Ballet.
He was a former trustee at Walsh Jesuit High School and Loyola of the Lakes Jesuit Retreat House.
He was an active member of St. Vincent Catholic Church.
In addition to his daughter Ann, Mr. Herndon is survived by son Michael Herndon of Cuyahoga Falls and daughter Kathleen Harrick of McMurray, Pa.; sister, Betty J. of West Virginia; brothers, Richard of West Virginia and Edward of Maryland; and seven grandchildren.
Thomas Michael and Donald Gregory Hibbard
Thomas Michael and Donald Gregory Hibbard, twin infant sons of Mark E. and Tricia M. Hibbard of Uniontown, passed away shortly after birth on May 3, 1998.
Preceded in death by grandfather, Tom Brooke, they are also survived by grandparents, Joan Brooke of Mogadore, Don and Geri Hibbard of Bath; great-grandfather, Loren Hibbard of Boulder City, Nev.; great-grandmother, Margaret Brooke of Akron; aunts, Tammy (Andy) Roebken of Cincinnati, Terri (Gerad) Long of Massillon, and Traci (Joe) Oliver of Mogadore; uncles, Michael (Diane) Hibbard of Wadsworth, Gregory Hibbard of Akron; and cousins, Brooke and Alex Roebken of Cincinnati, and Lauren Hibbard of Wadsworth.
Graveside services and burial will be held at Greenwood Cemetery in Mogadore, with Dr. Eugene Higgins officiating.
(Hopkins Lawver, Akron, 733-6271.)
Robert Turner Higginbottom
Robert Turner Higginbottom, 50, went home to be with the Lord on April 28, 1998.
He graduated from Buchtel High School in 1967. He worked for Prinz Office Supply and then became a long-distance truck driver for Ohio Fast Freight. He was a construction entrepreneur until his health failed. He was a member of the Gospel Temple Church in Barberton, where he served as a deacon.
He leaves, to cherish his memory, daughter, Tracie Higginbottom; son, De'shone Higginbottom, both of Akron; six grandchildren; sisters, Katie M. Mee of Detroit, Mich., Lula M. (Elder Samuel) Hampton, Daisey L. Blackson, Priscilla K. (Ben M.), all of Akron, Barbara A. (Allen) Sims of Little Rock, Ark., Cathy K. Feaster of Peachtree, Ga.; brothers, Bishop Alex Jr. (Gracie) Curtis, Bishop James J. (Esther), Elder Ronald L. (Evelena), all of Akron; a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at First Apostolic Faith Church, with Elder Hampton officiating. Interment at Lakewood Cemetery. Friends may call at the church from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Procession will form and condolences may be sent to 970 Dover.
(Stewart & Calhoun, 535-1543.)
Marcelline ``Micky'' Mae Hodges
Marcelline ``Micky'' Mae Hodges (nee Emery) born October 20, 1918, departed this life on April 30, 1998.
Preceded in death by parents, Twila and Joseph Emery and husband, Russell E. Hodges, she leaves to mourn her passing, son, Thomas (Donna) Hodges; daughter, Fanny ``Sandie'' Saxon; grandchildren, Kellie Anne Saxon, Kirk (Angie) Saxon, Jarrod (Skye) Saxon (expecting December 1998), Jason (Mary) Saxon (expecting August 1998), Kenneth Hodges and Katrinko Stevens; great-grandchildren, Chelsea Saxon, Lunden Jamison and David Cranston; brother, Joseph Emery; sisters, Dorothy (Tom) Whittaker, Mary Jo (Tom) Miller; many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.
At the request of the deceased, there will be no calling hours. Condolences may be sent to 460 Fairview Ave., Barberton, Ohio 44203. A wake to celebrate her life will be held on Saturday, May 9, 1998 at the Fairview Ave. address between the hours of 2 p.m. and 10 p.m.
She walked as our angel on earth
With a heart filled with love beyond measure;
The hour and the day of her birth,
Gave the world a magnificent treasure.
Our loss, though grievous to endure,
Can be borne if we follow her lead.
Each tribulation, she taught, was adventure,
And to each new experience succeed.
Do not mourn to the hindrance of living,
Do not wallow in sadness and strife;
Instead glory in the splendor of giving;
And love passionately, as she taught us in life.
(CREMATION SOCIETY OF OHIO, 535-1012.)
Margaret C. (Cooper) Hogan
Margaret C. (Cooper) Hogan, beloved wife of R. E. ``Jim''; loving mother of Gayle (Howard Leshner) Hawkins; grandmother of Noah; dear aunt of Kay, Kenneth, Virginia, John, and David; dearest friend of John, Janet, Michael, and Matthew Rizzuto, and Anne and Thom Palmer, passed away May 4.
Memorials may be forwarded to the Sjogren's Foundation or the National Arthritis Foundation. Memorial services at Sheffield Lake United Church of Christ, 603 Sunset Ave., Sheffield Lake, Saturday, May 9, at 1 p.m. Friends may call at the church one hour before the service. Arrangements by BUSCH-BURMEISTER FAMILY CHAPEL in Avon Lake (1-440-933-3202).
William E. Holden
William E. Holden, of Cataumet, Mass., died in Falmouth on Tuesday at age 68.
Beloved husband of Nancy P. (Chadwick) Holden of Cataumet; devoted father of Todd M. Holden of Wareham; brother of Ruth Ballard of Akron and Mildred Bryan of Southfield, Mich., he is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A gathering to celebrate Mr. Holden's life will be held at a later date. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, contributions be made to the Bourne Conservation Trust, P.O. Box 203, Cataumet, Mass. 02534-0203. Arrangements are by the Cape Cod Cremation Service, Division of Nickerson-Bourne Funeral Home, 40 MacArthur Blvd., Bourne, Mass.
Polly O. Horton
RITTMAN -- Polly O. Horton, 61, of Rittman died May 1, 1998.
Services Monday at 11 a.m. from the Gillman Funeral Home in Rittman where friends may call from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday. Rev.'s Steven D. Carter and John Castle will officiate. Interment in Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.
(Gillman, 925-2911.)
David Bruce Hott
HUDSON -- David Bruce Hott, 41, passed away May 29, 1998.
Born in Cuyahoga Falls, he worked for Ford Motor Co. in Walton Hills, and was a member of the Cuyahoga Falls Moose Lodge 918.
Preceded in death by his father, Archie B. Hott; and brother, Thomas Hott, he is survived by his mother, Mary Hott of Hudson; sister, Mary Kay Ion of Hudson; brother, Charles Hott of Cuyahoga Falls; aunt, Lois Wilson; and cousins, James and Jeanne Wilson, all of Akron.
Funeral services Monday, 11 a.m., at the Eckard-Baldwin Sanctuary Chapel, 760 E. Market St., Pastor Eloy Pacheco officiating. Interment at Northlawn Memorial Park. Friends may call at the funeral home Sunday from 4 to 8 p.m. (Eckard-Baldwin Funeral Home & Chapel, 535-7141.)
Rev. Craig A. Hunter
Rev. Craig A. Hunter, who ascended to a high position in the General Board of Global Ministries of United Methodism after serving several United Methodist Churches in Ohio, died Tuesday, May 5, at Roosevelt Hospital in New York City, from complications of pneumonia. He was 46.
Dr. Hunter was born Aug. 31, 1951, and reared in Akron, was a graduate of North High School, Akron University, the United Methodist Theological School of Delaware, Ohio, and Michigan University, from which he received a doctorate in theology.
He is survived by his mother, Marie, and his stepfather, Reginald Kelley; sister, Janet and her husband, Robert Lees; nephew, Donald Hunter Lees of Wooster; and various other relatives. His father, Tinsley Hunter, preceded him in death in 1984.
Funeral services will be Saturday morning, May 9, at 10:30, at the Church of the Master, 800 E. Market St., Akron. Visitation will be Friday at the Hummel Funeral Home, 500 E. Exchange St., from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Burial at Northlawn Memorial Gardens. Conducting the funeral will be Rev. Bruce Batchelor-Glader, Rev. Dan Bryant, and Rev. Kenneth Maddox. Memorial gifts may be made to Church of the Master for the Craig Hunter Scholarship Fund for Holy Boldness Urban Ministries or a charity of your choice.
His pastoral positions in Ohio included ministerial service at the Tallmadge United Methodist Church; the Palmyra United Methodist Church in Diamond; and the Richard Brown United Methodist Church in Youngstown, where he served 11 years. He also served the East Ohio Conference of Ministries in Canton for six years. From there he was summoned in the fall of 1997 to become the executive secretary of Urban Ministries with the General Board of Global Ministries in New York City. At the time of his death, he was a member of Duane United Methodist Church of New York City. (Hummel, a Golden Rule Funeral Home, 253-6126.)
Delphia L. Hunter
Delphia L. Hunter, 93, of Akron, died May 12, 1998.
Born in Clifton, Tenn., she was an area resident most of her life. Delphia owned and operated her own beauty shop in Akron for 40 years. She was a member of St. Vincent's Church.
Preceded in death by her husband, William, and her sisters and brothers, survivors include her daughters and sons-in-law, Barbara and Raymond Costello of Copley, and Rose and Larry Nist of Medina; brother, Benjamin Ray of Clinton, Tenn.; 10 grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren.
Private funeral services will be held Friday at the Hummel Funeral Home West, 3475 Copley Rd., Copley. Burial at Holy Cross Cemetery. There will be no calling hours. Memorials may be made to St. Vincent Church. (Hummel West, Copley-Fairlawn, a Golden Rule Funeral Home, 666-1138.)
Romaine W. Hutchings
Romaine W. Hutchings, 80, died May 8, 1998.
He was a lifetime resident of Akron. Mr. Hutchings was retired from the U. S. Postal Service with 23 years of service, and was a member of the Loyalty Masonic Lodge 645, F&AM. He was a U. S. Army Air Corps veteran of World War II, serving in the U. S. Airborne 509 Paratroopers.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Frances L., and is survived by son and daughter-in-law, Douglas and Lynn of Akron; daughter and son-in-law, Janis Dee and Jeremy Beale of Chester Springs, Pa.; grandsons, Christopher and Kyle Hutchings; mother, Gayle Hutchings of Akron.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Billow Fairlawn Chapel, 85 N. Miller Rd., with Pastor Charles D. Lentner officiating. Interment at Rose Burial Park. Friends may call at the funeral home Monday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. (Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel, 867-4141.)