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Richard Ankrom Obituary
Funeral services will be held Thursday 11 a.m. at Hopkins Lawver Funeral Home, 547 Canton Rd., Akron, OH 44312, with Pastor Eloy Pacheco officiating. Interment at Hillside Memorial Park. Friends may call Wednesday 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 1815 W. Market St., Suite 103, Akron, OH 44313 or The Chapel, 135 Fir Hill, Akron, OH 44304. (Hopkins Lawver, AKRON, 330-733-6271) www.hopkinslawver.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Ankrom
Richard J. Ankrom
April 30, 2011
Ron Bratton
April 17, 2011
Debbie, Becky, Rick & Families,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief and in the days ahead. No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. May your memories bring you comfort.
Hillside Memorial Park Staff
Josette Vecchio Daniels
April 17, 2011
Debbie,
You have my deepest condolences in your loss of your father.
Millie Barnes
March 14, 2011
Debbie, Becky, Rick & Families,
Your loved one has passed, but will never leave your heart and memories.
With Loving Thoughts and Prayers
rhonda saunders
March 9, 2011
Debbie
I am just seeing this notification, I am very sorry to hear of your loss and please know that my prayers are with you and your family through these trying times.
Meagan Mafield
March 6, 2011
Grandpa - by Meagan Mafield
I know we are all feeling a little bit sad,
We've lost our grandpa, our friend and our dad.
Together we will cry an ocean of tears,
As we feel so empty and hold so many fears.
But grandpa would want us to know, he's in a good place,
And that he and grandma are looking down with a smile on their face.
Thinking back now, I really must say; I fell lucky and privileged to have known grandpa to this day.
Because in my life you played a special part,
Those memories I will treasure and keep close to my heart.
For me I am glad your great grandchildren you got to meet,
And for all of us to be grateful, his life is now complete.
To each one of us he has loved and cared,
As a family, be thankful for the good times we shared.
Although, he has gone we will always be together,
Because his spirit lives on in each one of us FOREVER.
When you look to the sky, look for the brightest star,
As that will be grandpa and grandma looking down on us from afar.
And now I would like to thank the good Lord above,
For blessing me with the best Grandparents, all of their kindness and their love.
Dear God, if it is not too much fuss, take extra special care of them.
Because they took such great care of us.
Love your Grand-Daughter
March 6, 2011
Rick (Tank) and family,
So sorry to hear about your father. Just remember how blessed you were to have such a great father and remember in times likes these we never lose family members and friends but we gain another angel watching over us.
Jeff and Tricia Summers
Richard & Alberta Ankrom - Chistmas 1956
March 5, 2011
Thomas A. Repko
March 5, 2011
Ankrom Families,
Our thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time.
The Surgical Eye Care Center, Inc.
Ruth Mohlmasters
March 5, 2011
Ankrom Families,
I am sorry for your loss and you have my deepest sympathy.
May the memories of your father and the caring thoughts of others comfort you.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Debbie Raddish
March 5, 2011
Debbie & Family,
I am so sorry to read of the passing of your father. I know what your journey has been like, as my mother also passed away at Maison Aine. I understand the roller coaster of emotions you and your family have experienced, and although you are grieving it is also OK to feel a sense of relief and remember him as he used to be.
When the heart grieves over what is has lost, the spirit rejoices over what it has left.
Love & Prayers,
Gordon & Teresa Tibbs
March 5, 2011
Ankrom Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Dick's passing and you have our deepest sympathy.
May your memories give you strength, peace and comfort.
Doug & Lynn Wilkin
March 5, 2011
Debbie & Family,
We are very sad to think of your Dad's passing, but we know he is in a wonderful place.
We wish we could be there to give you a hug and share a meal. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
What the heart has once owned and had, it shall never lose.
Love, Doug, Lynn, Jen, Danielle & April
Joy Hill
March 5, 2011
Debbie,
We wish time spent with those we love could last forver and in our hearts it will.
You have my deepest sympathy in your loss.
Thinking of you ... Take care!
Cindy Masters
March 5, 2011
Deb,
We are so sorry for your loss. At least now he is at peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Cindy & Momma Masters
June De Angelis
March 4, 2011
Debbie, I'm so very sorry to hear about your dad. I hope you have many wonderful memories to help you at this time.
Sally J. Gill Thompson
March 4, 2011
Love and much sympathy, Debbie!
Joanne Bader Baade
March 4, 2011
Debbie, losing a parent is heartbreaking even when we know that it's a blessing. Your father is now at peace. May God help you through this difficult time.
Donna Butz Ross
March 4, 2011
I am so sorry Debbie, losing a parent is so very hard, Gods peace be with you and your family.
Shirley Shaffer
March 4, 2011
Sorry to hear about the passing of your Father - in one way it's good he doesn't have to deal with Azheimers anymore but in another way it is sad. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family!
Dad and the friends he worked with at LDA.
March 4, 2011
Richard & Alberta Ankrom's 50th Wedding Anniversary Party Pisture
March 4, 2011
Jackie Wilkin
March 4, 2011
Dear Ankrom Families,
May heartfelt sympathy comfort you in your time of sorrow.
Please remember that your Dad is delivered of that awful malady. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love in Christ,
Earsel, Marilyn & Janet Wagoner
March 4, 2011
Ankrom Families,
Our Deepest Sympathy in your loss.
May the love of God give you peace, may the love of friends give you comfort.
May the memories of the one you've lost remain in your heart and give you strength through the days ahead.
Shirley Beck Letta
March 4, 2011
Debbie,
So sorry for your loss - you and your family will be in our prayers.
Linda Snyder-Durbin
March 4, 2011
Debbie, Becky, Rick & Families,
So sorry for your loss, my heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you in the Ankrom family.
Kim Guello Boston
March 4, 2011
Debbie, Becky, Rick & Family,
Just spoke with my mom and she told me the sad news. Sorry to hear about your loss.
Judie Crosby
March 3, 2011
Debbie I am sorry to hear about your Dad. You spoke of him often. I am sure you are correct in saying he is were he would want to be with your Mom.
Harry Morriow
March 3, 2011
Debbie,
So sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Phyllis Kazimer
March 3, 2011
So sorry, Deb. Many prayers coming your way. Lean on your faith, family, and friends.
Mary Clark
March 3, 2011
I'm sooo sorry Debbie, thinking of you really.
Sue Hagenbaugh Johnson
March 3, 2011
My deepest and heartfelt condolences to you. I sit here reflecting on great memories of your mom and dad and times spent at your house in our childhood years. Your mom and dad was caring, fun, and loving to all us kids that were part of your lives. My prayers are with you and the rest of your family at this difficult time.
Jerri Freeman
March 3, 2011
Jerri Freeman Thoughts and prayers for you at this time. So sorry for your loss.
Connie Clark Lantz
March 3, 2011
My prayers are with you all.
John Morton
March 3, 2011
My most sincere condolences, Debbie.
Gail Haidet McCarthy
March 3, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Peace be with you.
Dottie Eidam
March 3, 2011
Sorry for your loss my prayers are with you and your family.
John Rogers
March 3, 2011
Deb,
Our prayers are with you and yours!
Patricia Barrett
March 3, 2011
Sorry for your lost...
I have a grief workshop starting 3-24 let me know if you think you might want to come.
Joseph & Cathy Cotton
March 3, 2011
We are so sorry Debbie, May God Bless you and give you comfort and peace during all our your days and months ahead. Your buddy, Joe and Cathy Cotton.
Linda Hackathorn
March 3, 2011
Debbie & Family,
I am sorry to hear about the loss of your father. You are in my thoughts & prayers.
Tommy Lantz
March 3, 2011
So sorry Debbie & Family for your loss. He is in the greatest place one can be in. Things will get better but it is a hard thing to go thru. GOD bless You and Your Family.
Kathi Kassinger
March 3, 2011
Rick and family,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad, I know you loved him very much. I'm sure he was very proud of his family and loved you all very much. My prayers are with you all.
Mike Carson
March 3, 2011
Our condolences, The guys at the cigar shop
Carol Hausch (Bais)
March 3, 2011
Debbie: my deepest sympathies to you in the loss of your father. May you be comforted in knowing that he is no longer in pain and will live on forever with our Lord and Savior. I hope your family will be comforted by your family photos and memories.
Donna Gandee Ross
March 3, 2011
Debbie & Family,
I pray the Holy Spirit will comfort you and bring to memory all the good times you had with your Dad in this time of sorrow, replacing sorrow with joy, if only for a few moments.
March 3, 2011
Debbie & Family
So sorry for your loss.
David Matern
March 3, 2011
Warm thoughts and prayers for you, Becky and Rick!
Christina Barnes Bates
March 3, 2011
Debbie & Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Carol Ann Dean Akers
March 3, 2011
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.
Leland G Shumway
March 3, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
March 3, 2011
Debbie & Family
So sorry to learn of your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Mary Steiner
March 2, 2011
At this time of loss and sorrow may you feel God's comfort .
Love you, Elaine and Rob
Linda Hackathorn
March 2, 2011
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Ray & Jan Salmons
March 2, 2011
Debbie and family, our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Paula Victor
March 2, 2011
Debbie,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. You're in my prayers. May you find comfort in the dear memories you have of your Dad.
Family of The Bride Alberta & Groom Richard everyone in this picture has passed away.
March 2, 2011
Doc Calloway
March 2, 2011
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Laura McVicker
March 2, 2011
Dear Debbie and Family, May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Our deepest sympathy to all. Mary Lines and Laura McVicker
Amy Miller
March 2, 2011
Rick - I used to work with you at Loral. I'm so very sorry for your family's loss. You are in my thoughts during this difficult time.
Hopkins Lawver Funeral Home
March 2, 2011
Our thoughts are with the family and friends at this time.
Richard with his Grandchildren Cortney & Meagan at Christmas.
March 2, 2011
Coni Duke-Cunningham
March 2, 2011
Dearest Debbie, Becky, Tank and families..
I am hoping you all will be comforted in knowing that Mr. Ankron's earthly job as Dad, Grandpa and Great-Grandpa was done expertly... you all reflect that so marvelously and I know he is so proud..
God Bless..
March 1, 2011
Debbie, my love and sympathy on the loss of your dad. The sorrow is still there, but what a comfort to know he's with the Lord and your mom!
Prayers,
Bethany Lewis
Much Love, Daphne Dingle
March 1, 2011
Debbie,
My prayers are with you and your family!
Richard kissing the Bride Alberta
March 1, 2011
The Ankrom Family - Richard, His Mom Lucille, Dad Frank, and Sister Lena Mae.
March 1, 2011
The Ankrom Fab 5
March 1, 2011
My Dad Richard J. Ankrom
March 1, 2011
Alberta & Richard East High Scholl Sweet Hearts.
March 1, 2011
Young Richard Ankrom
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March 1, 2011
Renee Breiding
March 1, 2011
Becky you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Cokey (Palmer) Langley
March 1, 2011
Debbie, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you and your family are in my prayers. Love, Cokey
Billie Jean Roath-Chester
March 1, 2011
Becky, Debbie, Rick, and family...It is so hard for my to express my sympathy to all of you. It is like another icon from our life has passed on. Too many memories come flooding back of growing up in the Heights and having your dad being another one of those neighborhood dad's we all had to answer to :) Beck, I know when we get together we will have many smiles on our faces as we remember those times. You had a good father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. I know he will be missed by all of you. Love, Billie Jean
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