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Karl Hartman Obituary
Born in Akron, he was an area resident most of his life, and a U.S. Army veteran stationed in Korea. Mr. Hartman was an active member of the Ellet Baseball Association in years past. He loved his cars, golf, bowling, and working on building projects. He will be greatly missed.
Preceded in death by his parents Karl J. Sr. and Alice Hartman, and brother, Ernest Hartman, he is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law, Michael and Melissa of Kent, Scott and Daleen of Tallmadge, Ernie of Akron; daughter, Luann Morrison of Akron; grandchildren, Shawn and Dustin, Daniel and Michael, Andrew, Katelyn, and Brittany Hartman, Courtney and William Morrison; sister and brother-in-law, JoAnn and Stephen Kenda of Stow; sister, Phyllis Hartman of Akron; and numerous nieces and nephews. The family would like to extend a special thank-you to Dr. Harvey Friedman and Kent Healthcare Center for their care of Sonny.
Friends may call Thursday, 6 to 9 p.m., at Redmon Funeral Home, where Rev. Kenneth Baillis will conduct services Friday, 11 a.m. Burial at Standing Rock Cemetery, with military honors provided by American Legion Charles Faust Post 281. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. (REDMON, STOW, 330-688-6631.)
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Memories and Condolences
for Karl Hartman
Your Baby Girl
January 5, 2025
Hi Dad, I can't believe it's been 19yrs since you left! Still know that I miss you and think about you every single day! I could really use a huge hug from you right now! I LOVE YOU AND WILL SEE YOU SOMETIME SOON
Luann Morrison
March 8, 2020
I miss you dad
Luann Morrison
August 19, 2006
Hi Dad, Well today is my 11th year ann.I was looking at my wedding pictures and you were soooo happy. I so miss you everyday that goes bye. Please watch over me. I know you are still with us everyday. I still cant believe that you are gone. I Love you and Miss you
Jim Martin
February 12, 2006
I was sad when I heard of Sonny's passing. Being in California, I did not know until today, Feb 12th. Whenever I recall my own experiences of growing up in Akron, Sonny was usually a "partner in crime". No matter what we were doing, delivering papers, fishing, playing pool in the basement on Dorthy Ave., working at the Mayflower Hotel, or playing golf we always laughed a whole lot and always had a good time. Sonny was a good friend with a great sense of humor. In many ways, Sonny was like a brother to me. Please accept my condolences not only for Sonny but also Mrs. Hartman.
Jen Paljich (Carter)
January 11, 2006
Scott, Daleen and families
Our family was so sad to hear about the passing of your Dad. Please know you're all in our prayers as you all struggle through this difficult time, and in those quiet times to come. May the legacy and strength your father left behind live on in all of you forever. May his memory be eternal!
Love & Blessings to all of you.
Richard Hetrick
January 10, 2006
Dear Hartman family. I am so sorry to hear about the death of your loved one. I only met Sonny once and that was during the "cold turkey" softball tournament in Ellet in 1976. He was a good man and a great asset to the Ellet Baseball organization and Ellet community. God bless you one and all especially Luann, whom I have recently had an occasion to meet through my daughter Tonja Hetrick what a fine young lady you are, your Dad would have been proud of you.
Rick and Tiffany Querry
January 8, 2006
Ernie, Katelynn and Brittany:
We're sorry for the loss of your father/grandfather. Your prayers are with us.
Luann Morrison
January 7, 2006
Dad,You are so missed by all of us.Dad I love you so much.I know you are all better now but I wish you were here with us.Please watch over me and take care of me.I am going through some rough times and I need your help. I LOVE YOU and MISS YOU ALOT! LOVE,LUANN
Cindy & David Alcorn (T.J. Kropp)
January 5, 2006
Luann & family,
We are so sorry to read of the passing of your dad,he was a great guy to have known.
Amy Biglin (Galleher)
January 5, 2006
My family and I were so sorry to hear about your Dad. I'll never forget his smile! He was a friend to everyone!
God Bless you all!!
Kay Crowley-Conrad
January 5, 2006
To JoAnn and Family,
It is a very sad time for you and your family. I read your letter posted here and it brought back the memory of you coming to our house,with Sonny at your side. You kept a close eye on him, and I am happy to see you and Sonny were friends for a lifetime.
Fondly, Kay Crowley Conrad and sisters.
JO ANN KENDA
January 5, 2006
MY DEAREST BROTHER, ICAN NEVER BEGIN TO TELL YOU HOW MUCH I WILL MISS YOU. YOU HAVE BEEN AND WILL ALWAYS BE THE MOST IMPORTANT MAN IN MY LIFE AND ALWAYS . MAY GOD KEEP YOU IN THE PALM OF HIS HAND AND PEACE NOW BE WITH YOU. I LOVE YOU SO MUCH...YOUR SISTER JO ANN
STEVE KENDA SR
January 5, 2006
FROM YOUR BROTHER -IN LAW SONNY YOU WERE MORE OF A BROTHER THAN A BROTHER LAW. I WILL MISS YOU SAYING ANY ONE HOME WHEN YOU CAME IN THE HOUSE. ALL WAYS WANTING TO DO SOMETHING YOU SAID I HAVE TO KEEP BUSY . I WILL KEEP ALL THE MEMORIES WITH ME FOREVER. YOU WERE A GREAT FRIEND. NO MORE SUFFERING.GO AND REST IN PEACE I LOVE YOU
Stephanie and Jim Gentz (Kenda)
January 5, 2006
Uncle Sonny will be missed and remembered so fondly. I don't know how I would have survived my first six months in California without him being so close - making sure I had something to do on weekends until I met some friends (it even included sneaking me into Parents without Partners dances!)By far Uncle Sonny was one of the kindest souls and such an inspiration to look for the best in people. He didn't know a stranger - always had a smile - and never could even think of saying something negative about anyone. He is now safe and free from pain, but will be missed from all of us.
Robert Gott
January 5, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Gene and Cheryl Goliath
January 4, 2006
We are so sad to lose our beloved Sonny. He has been such a part of our lives for so many years, going back to the NRM days in the early 70's, serving as one of Gene's ushers at our wedding in 1978 and throughout the many "projects" that he was always so happy to do around our house. We introduced him to General Tso's chicken which I think he ate for 6 months in a row when he lived by the Chinese restaurant. Gene still has the picture Sonny drew at NRM when Gene forgot to put his truck in park and it rolled into the creek and I am sure I won't hear anyone else use the words "bull-jive" to vent their frustrations. Sonny was always such a sweet, caring and giving man who didn't deserve what he got, but maintained his spirit for as long as he could. I will miss him so much and Gene will miss his best friend.
Tonja Hetrick
January 4, 2006
Luann, Ernie, Scott and Mike, please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your father. I, Tonja, remember him fondly for the role of loving brother-in-law he held when I was a child. He not only made me laugh, but got down on the same level with us children to play alongside us. He is missed, but will be remembered.
Love and hugs from the Hetrick Family: Dan, Tonja, Nathan, Benji, and Megan
Redmon Funeral Home Inc.
January 4, 2006
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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