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Harriett Atwood Obituary
She was born February 2, 1920, in Akron, Ohio to John and Gladys Cain and lived most of her life in Tallmadge. She worked as a nurse at Akron General Medical Center and then at the Tallmadge Middle School Cafeteria for 13 years. Harriett was a member of the First Congregational Church in Tallmadge, the Stillmeadows Women's Club, AARP, Primetimers, and PTA. Harriett was a dear mother and grandmother and loved doing crossword puzzles, reading, shopping, and watching the cooking programs.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Gordon; daughter-in-law, Carolin Atwood; sisters, Catherine Lewis and Doloris Gallimore.
She is survived by her daughter, Jeanne (Gary) Sexton of Mogadore; sons, Walter (Donna) Atwood of Green and Milton Atwood (Jan Babbo) of Green; sister-in-law, Carolyn (Jim) Mackey; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
The family would like to thank our lovely caregiver, Kathy Weiss.
Funeral Service will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 27, at the Donovan Bagnoli Funeral Home, 339 Southwest Ave., with Rev. Matt Wooster officiating. Interment will be at the Tallmadge Cemetery. Visitation will be 6 until 8 p.m., Monday at the funeral home. In lieu of other remembrances, memorial donations may be made to Akron Children's Hospital, One Perkins Square, Akron, Ohio 44308 or the First Congregational Church Women's Fellowship, 85 Heritage Dr., Tallmadge, Ohio 44278.
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Memories and Condolences
for Harriett Atwood
Karen Bosley
July 28, 2010
Milt- I just heard about your mom and am very sorry for your loss.
Karen Bosley
July 27, 2010
Aunt Harriett always had a story to tell me. It could be about her younger days growing up with Catherine and Dolores, or about her children and grandchildren. We will miss you. Kiss Mom (Catherine)for me and don't you two stay up late watching old movies. Love Deb and Tom Lewis
LaNettra Davis
July 27, 2010
Jean and Gary,
My prayers go out to you and your family. Praying that God will grant you strength and comfort in this time of sorrow. Hold on to your memories and your mother will always be with you. Sincerely, Bill and LaNettra Davis
Rebecca Brown
July 27, 2010
Jean:
My deepest sympathies go to you and your family.
Angela Hammelman
July 26, 2010
Grandma,
You will be missed. We love you, and will cherish all the memories that you have given us. It makes me smile to think of you in heaven with the love of your life, grandpa. We'll see you again one day too.
gloria holmes/gmerek
July 26, 2010
My dear friend Jean; so sorry to hear about the loss of you sweet mom. She raised some really neat kids. I am so glad one of them is my friend. Call me soon, we will get together for a much needed break. love ya, Glo
July 26, 2010
Jeanne, I'am very sorry to here of your Mother that you loss. Prayers and thoughts are all with you. may God bless you and your family. Alphonzo Monzo
The Jacobs
July 26, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Kathy Longwell
July 26, 2010
The Staff Of Fifth Third Bank Avondale Banking Center wish to offer our deepest sympathy to Milt and his family.
July 26, 2010
Jeanne and Family,
I am deeply sorry to hear of your loss. Hold tight to the happy memories of those 90 years.
Bruce Pifel
Tallmadge H. S. class of '62
Shelley Kaloci
July 26, 2010
I have been delivering Mrs. Atwood's Akron Beacon Journal for over 4 years. There have been many times that she has met me at the door(at 4:30 in the morning no less) to say hi or ask if it was snowing. I will miss seeing her. My sympathy is with you.
Shelley Kaloci
July 26, 2010
I have been delivering Mrs. Atwood's Beacon Journal for over 4 years. I always enjoyed it when she met me at the door during this past winter(at 4:30 in the morning no less) and asked me if it was snowing. I will definitely miss her and sympathize your loss.
Kathleen Schindewolf
July 26, 2010
With love and prayers to the family, Kathleen and David Schindewolf.
Donovan Bagnoli Funeral Home, Inc.
July 25, 2010
Offering Our deepest sympathy during this difficult time.
Mickey & Sue Paolucci
July 25, 2010
Our hearts and prayers are with all of you at this time. Aunt Harriett loved life, people, and was so proud of all of you.
I have so many memories that I will always cheerish. Loved our talks the most, also the many recipes she has given me over the years. Just 2 weeks ago we were talking about them and watching a cooking show. Aunt Harriett is an awesome person and we are so grateful she was our Aunt. Aunt Harriett has touched so many lives and will be missed so much. Love to the family.
Loraine Atwood Ingrasci
July 25, 2010
In loving memory of a wonderful person. I have great memories of Aunt Harriett, from holidays at the lake to our school lunches My thoughts and prayers are with her loving family in their time of grief. May your many fond memories bring you comfort.
Lee Hill
July 24, 2010
Jeanne,
We are very sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. The years have gone past so quickly, I remember her from when we were in high school. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Jim and Lee(McCoy) Hill
Tallmadge Class of '60 and '62
Donna Atwood
July 24, 2010
I wish Heaven had a phone so I could hear your voice again.. I thought of you today, but that is nothing new. I thought about you yesterday, and days before that too. I think of you in silence, I often speak your name. All I have are memories and a picture in a frame. Your memory is a keepsake, from which I'll never part. God has you in his arms.. I have you in my heart. Donna Atwood
Michelle McGuire
July 24, 2010
We all shall miss you.
Jan Babbo
July 24, 2010
"We are so sorry to hear about the passing of "Grandma". She was an inspiration to all that knew her and has touched so many people. She was so proud of her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She will be an Angel in Heaven looking down among us all...God Bless Her, may she Rest In Peace." Love always, Jan, Andy and Brodie
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