Revision as of 04:07, 26 September 2025

Akron Gospel Hall, Akron, Summit Co., OH (OB) +1897-2025+

Early Correspondents

• Michael William Becker +1927-1932+
• Joseph Bercaw +1936-1966
• Thomas Wright 1967-1991
• Kenneth Webb 1992-present?

Resident Workers

• Harry Becker 1913+
• William B. Johnson +1944
• Albert P. Klabunda 1956-1968+
• Stephen "Steve" Mick +1917+
• John Slabaugh +1965-1968+
• W. Snider +1968+

Notable Families

Aitken family

WiS 1965-8: Detroit, MI: "Our dear brother Alex. Aitken, formerly of Akron, Ohio., was called home suddenly from the hospital, following an operation, June 5th., Saved in Akron 32 years ago and, with his wife, in fellowship there for years until coming here to West Chicago Hall. Pray for his widow and three daughters."

TBM 1973-6: Mrs. Annie B. Aitken went home to be with Christ on April 23, 1973, at the age of 85. She was born in Scotland and also born again there in early years and in Assembly fellowship in Auchinleck, Ayrshire, Scotland. Came to U.S.A, in 1923 and continued in fellowship in Akron, Ohio, Detroit, Michigan and last years in Stark Road Gospel Hall, Livonia, Michigan. A beloved sister, godly, quiet and kind. Will be missed in the home and Assembly. Now “ with Christ which is far better.”

As per Annie's obit in The Akron Beacon Journal, from 1937-1962, "Sandy & Annie" were caretakers for the Stan Hywet Hall in Akron, retiring after 25 years service. Sandy served there as "the houseman, groundsman and tinkerer". They resided in an apartment over the mansion's carriage house. The obit also reports that they "had a storybook romance. Mr. Aitken returned to Scotland from America when he 'became homesick for Annie'. They were married in 1912. They returned together in 1922 and came straight to Akron." They "cared for the big Seiberling family estate virtually without help. They worked there when the mansion was occupied by the late Mr. and Mrs. F.A. Seiberling. They remained five years after the mansion became the Stan Hywet Foundation."

The Aitken's long-time employer, Frank Augustus "Frank" / "F.A." Seiberling (b. 1859 Norton, OH - d. 1955 Akron, OH), as per his wiki, with his brother Charles, co-founded Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. in 1898 in Akron, at the age of forty, jobless, with a wife and three children. The company, as per Frank's wiki, was named for Charles Goodyear, the inventor of vulcanized rubber, who ironically died penniless forty years before. Religion-wise, Frank was with Akron's Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, and a generous donor of the rebuilding of its current structure in 1914.

• Alexander "Sandy" Aitken 1933-1962 (b. 1889 Scot.; emig. 1922; d. 1965 Detroit, MI)
• Annie B. Finnie Aitken 1923-1962 (b. 1890 Scot.; emig. 1923; d. 1973 Livonia, MI).
  • Marion H. Aitken Ritchie 1923-1931+ (b. 1913 Scot.). Husband: George Crawford Ritchie (b. 1907 - d. 2001 Deland, Volusia, FL or London, ON), son of James Ritchie (b. 1877 Fraserburgh, Aberdeen, Scot. - d. 1975 Dexter, Washtenaw, MI) & Elsie Crawford McKibbon-Ritchie (b. 1882 Fraserburgh, Scot.). In 1940, they resided in Dearborn, Wayne, MI and George was employed as a machine repairman with Ford Motor Co. In 1930, as a single man, George lived in Detroit and was employed as a laborer with an auto factory, perhaps then Ford also. His father, James, was employed as a laborer with the same. Back in Scotland, James was a fisherman. Elsie's first husband was Dr. Rupert Edward McKibbon (1874-1931), a surgeon in Table Bluff, Humboldt, CA in 1910.
  • Helen "Ellen" Aitken Wilson 1923-1938+ (b. 1920 Scot.). Husband (1942 @ Akron, OH): Thomas Wilson (b. 1916 McKeesport, PA), son of Alexander Wilson & Isabelle Glendenning Wilson. In 1942, Thomas was employed in McKeesport as a toolmaker. James Crawford of Cleveland officiated their wedding. That year, Ellen resided at the mansion, employed as a registered nurse.
  • Elizabeth "Bettie" Finnie Aitken Crewdson 1923-1951+ (b. 1923 Akron, OH - d. 2001 Jacksonville, Duval, FL). Husband: Edwin Wilson Crewdson (b. 1917 Detroit, MI - d. 2000 Jacksonville, FL), son of Isaac Wilson Crewdson (b. 1871 Brant, ON - d. 1950 Detroit, MI) & Anna "Annie" Margaret Martin Crewdson (b. 1879 London, ON - d. 1958 Detroit, MI). In 1881, Annie Crewdson's family was PB in London, ON. Her parents were Henry Crewdson (b. 1845 Manchester, Eng. - d. 1918 Detroit, MI) & Martha Catharine Kline Gibbs-Crewdson (b. 1841 Vaughan, Toronto metro, York, ON - d. 1921 Detroit, MI), and were also PB in 1871 in Toronto.

Angwin family

WiS 1968-5: Akron, OH: "Our dear sister Mrs. Adelaide Angwin “went home” March 6th., aged 89. A worthy sister, always in the assembly meetings, and much missed by the Christians here. Prayer requested for her husband."

• Mrs. Adelaide Angwin +1968 (d. 1968)

Becker family

WiS 1940-1: Fallen Asleep: Akron, OH: "Dan L. Becker, after a lingering illness, went into the presence of the Lord on Nov. 17. A brother who feared God above many. Who sought to honor God and serve His people. Faithful when in health. Patient in his long illness. His end was peace. The Editor, while holding tent meetings in Akron this summer had the privilege of visiting dear Dan often while there, and shall never forget one day when he sat up in his bed and sweetly sang, “Can You Wonder That I Love Him So.” The fragrance and savor of Christ that he manifested will ever be blessed in the memory of those who knew him. For many years he lived in Oakland, Cal. The services were very large, over 70 relatives being present. W. P. Douglas and Albert Joyce spoke goodly and faithful words to those who attended."

WiS 1933-1: Fallen Asleep: Akron, OH: "On Dec. 7, 1932, Mrs. Rebecca Becker (mother of Dan, Mike, Harry and Prank Becker) went to be with Christ after 10 days illness. Aged 78 years. Saved at meetings held in Akron 35 years ago by John Smith. Continued steadfast unto the end. Her home and hospitality was shared by many of God's servants who are now with the Lord. She was left a widow with 12 children the year she was saved (of which 9 are now saved). Attended all meetings faithfully until within 2 weeks before going home. The services which were large were conducted in the home by Wm. Ferguson; at the hall by B. Bradford and G. Duncan; at the grave by Duncan White.

AA 1949-6: With Christ: Cleveland, OH: "Harry Becker of this city went home on June 3, after a brief illness when many of the Lord’s people prayed for him. The Cleveland Press of June 4 said, “Harry Becker led a dual life of preacher and railroad engineer. He began his preaching career in 1913. His 'pulpit’ was the Tom Johnson Square. Devoted to this personal evangelism, he spoke to thousands of passers by. Before coming to Cleveland six years ago he lived in Columbus, Orville and Akron. Until he made his permanent home here, his preaching on the square was during railroad stopovers.” Traveling in his years of retirement on a railroad pass made it convenient for Mr. Becker to travel and he was often seen at conferences of the Lord’s people. He attended the Christian Workers' Conference each year. Mrs. Becker requests prayer for his son Dan who gave evidence of being troubled as he listened to the Word, and also for his daughters who are away from the Lord."

WiS 1970-5: Cleveland, OH: "Our dear sister Mrs. Dorothy A. Hassink “went home” March 11th. She was saved at age 22 as a result of meetings of the late James Marshall in Akron and Addison Rd. Assemblies. A patient sufferer for a good part of her married life, she was uncomplaining and kind. She leaves her husband of the Monticello Assembly, two daughters and one son. Also surviving her aged father, M. Becker of Akron."

• Franklin "Frank" Matthias Becker (b. 1850 Chippewa Twp., Wayne, OH - d. 1897 Akron, OH), son of Christian Becker (b. 1810 Germany - d. 1880 Wayne Co., OH) & Barbara G. Young Becker (1825-1902). Frank was employed as a C., A & C. car inspector, and died of pneumonia.
• Rebecca J. Groff Becker +1897-1932 (b. 1854 East Union, Wayne, OH - d. 1932 Akron, OH), daughter of Henry S. Groff (b. 1818 Lancaster Co., PA - d. 1865 Wayne Co., OH) & Susannah Showalter Groff (b. 1821 - d. 1899).
  • Henry "Harry" Arthur Becker +1913-1949 (1873-1949). Wife: Anna Mary Lemke Becker (1877-1931).
    • Lillian Rose Becker Beck (b. 1896 Akron, OH - d. 1995 Fairlawn, OH). Husband: Lou Oscar Beck (1886-1975 Akron, OH). In 1920, Lou was president of Akron Arcade Co., Hippodrome Arcade & Theater and the L.O. Beck Building Co.
    • Nell B. Becker Dowling (1898-1963).
  • Ruth Pearl R. Becker Christa +1897-1979? (1893-1979). Husband (1921 @ Akron, OH): James George Christa +1921-1976? (b. 1889 Yugoslavia - d. 1976 Longport Gospel Hall Home, Atlantic, NJ). In 1942, James was employed by Ohio Brass Co., in Barberton. Ohio Brass is renowned for establishing the first full-scale outdoor electrical testing facility in the U.S. in 1920. Ruth is credited in her obit from The Akron Beacon Journal as "a charter member of the Gospel Hall on Wooster Ave."
  • Dorance Elmer Becker, Sr. +1897-1914+ (1896-1972). He was a veteran of WWI, earning the rank of corporal. Wife (1926 @ Akron, OH): Lydia Ida Marquardt Becker-Wise (b. 1902 Akron, OH - d. 1979 Barberton, OH), daughter of Gustav Carl Albert Marquardt (1873-1959) from Poland & Anna Marie Koehn Marquardt (1874-1946) from Germany. As per her obit, Lydia was a retired clerk at Kaase's Bakery, where she worked 15 years. The bakery, previously known as City Bakery, was popular in the 1930's-1940's for their cinnamon star shortbread cookies. At the end of her life, Lydia was a member of St. Matthew's Lutheran.
  • Elvina "Vinnie" L. Becker +1897-1914 (1891-1914 Akron, OH). In 1910, Vinnie was employed as a saleslady at a tea store, and also a volunteer with the West Exchange Street Mission, sponsored by the assembly. Vinnie was notoriously killed by Harry Porterfield Boomer (1890-1974) during a robbery at her brother Frank's "Independent Tea Co." which also sold groceries at 16 Bartges St. A couple days prior to the murder, Boomer had eaten a meal prepared by Vinnie, with her brother Frank. He had previously worked occasionally for them over a span of six months, but there had been no work for him in two weeks and he elected to rob the store when Frank was out making deliveries and Vinnie was alone. His original intent was to use a homemade mallet to knock her unconscious while she was engaged in filling a sack of rolled oats for a customer, but she turned and recognized him, so he switched to a hatchet and murdered her. This news report soon after the killing, and this after he was convicted, provides more detail. Her funeral was officiated by T.D.W. Muir of Detroit, and was regarded as one of the largest ever held in Akron due to Vinnie's many friendships thru her work with the gospel mission.
  • Frank M. Becker +1897-1946+. He served as a pallbearer that year for William P. Douglas' memorial service, as a brother representing the Akron assembly. See Assembly Annals 1946-6 and/or the Soper family.
  • Edna Becker Firestone
  • Clara Bell Becker Heller-Stonebrook (b. 1872 Burton City, OH - d. 1952). 1914 @ Florida. Husband (1911): Willard Jacob Stonebrook (b. 1862 Fort Wayne, Allen, IN - d. 1953 Bushnell, Sumter, FL). Their wedding was officiated by William S. Adams, pastor of the Wooster Ave. Reformed Church.
  • Susie Becker Pfister - Cleveland
  • Barbara Becker Swain
  • Margaret M. Becker Adams +1897-1905+ (b. 1887 Clinton, OH - d. 1971 Stark Co., OH). Husband: Ross Quincy Adams (b. 1888 Copley, Summit, OH - d. 1917 Santa Clara Co., CA), son of John Quincy Adams (b. 1851 - d. 1897 Copley, OH). No known relation to the 6th U.S. president by the same name.
  • Harry Becker - Orrville
  • Daniel Lewis Becker +1897-1914. (b. 1875 Salt Creek Twp., Wayne, OH - d. 1939 Stow, Summit, OH). 1914 @ California. Wife (1909 @ Detroit, MI): Mabel Martin Becker (b. 1888 MI - d. 1911 pneumonia @ Akron, OH), daughter of Linneaus Martin & Ann Boyle Martin. Daniel & Mabel had one child who died in infancy in 1911. He was in charge of the "Little Gospel Mission" on West Exchange St., then moved to San Francisco, California in June of 1914 to establish a similar mission there. William P. Douglas officiated his memorial.
  • Michael William Becker +1897-1975 (b. 1881 Burton City, Wayne, OH - d. 1975 Barberton, OH). 1927 @ 376 Orleans Ave., 383 Kathryn Pl., Akron & 681 19th St., Cuyahoga Falls; +1930-1932+: 1733 19th St., C.F.;
    • Dorothy Althea Becker Hassink 1904-1923+ (b. 1904 Akron, OH - d. 1970 Euclid, Cuyahoga, OH). Husband (1923 @ Akron, OH): Daniel James Hassink (b. 1900 Warrensville, Cuyahoga, OH - d. 1986 Marion, Linn, IA), son of Herm "Hiram" Hassink (b. 1846 Olst, Netherlands - d. 1910 Cleveland, OH) & Johanna Rosina "Anna" Hulleman Hassink (b. 1861 Haarlem, Neth. - d. 1933 Cleveland, OH) who emigrated to the U.S. shortly after their wedding, as per FindAGrave.

Bercaw family

WiS 1969-2: Akron, OH: "Our beloved brother Joseph Bercaw “went home” December 16. Saved in 1922 at meetings of the late Brethren W.P. Douglas and James McMullen and for many years faithfully carried on the correspondence of the Assembly. His welcome on entering the Hall was always cordial and fitting, a gracious brother, Remember his widow in prayer, also his married daughter — the saints miss him. He was aged 69."

From +1936-1963, Joseph resided at 928 Bisson Ave., and served as a correspondent for AGH during this time. In 1963, he relocated to 4007 Hawthorne, Norton, OH still as a correspondent until mid-1966. At some juncture, he relocated to Norton, NJ but he died in Akron. Joseph was born in Phillipsburg, NJ which is where David Calderhead settled when he first emigrated to the U.S. from Scotland, and was part of the home assembly Phillipsburg Gospel Hall. Joseph and his first wife Iola were residing there in 1920 where she died.

In 1941, Joseph was employed as a machinist for the B.F. Goodrich Co. in Akron, which was the first American tire manufacturer to make radial tires. Also, as per the above wiki, in 1903, the first car to cross the U.S., was fitted with these tires as was Charles' Lindbergh's airplane "Spirit of St. Louis" which made the first successful solo non-stop flight across the Atlantic in 1927. Joseph also worked as a machinist for Freitag Manufacturing Co., and retired in 1963 from the Valv-Trol Co., in Cuyahoga Falls. In 1920, he was a machinist for Ingersoll Rand Co., then based Phillipsburg where it had been a centerpiece career for locals starting in 1903-2000 until its move to Dublin, Ireland, as per a 2018 article in Lehigh Valley Live news. Phillipsburg was apparently the site of its first factory, or as such as its merger with Sergeant Drill Co., two years before its merger with Rand Drill Co.

• Joseph Kenneth Bercaw 1922-1966+ (b. 1899 Phillipsburg, NJ - d. 1968 Akron, OH), son of Theodore Bercaw & Anna Davis Bercaw.
• 1st wife: Iola P Bercaw (b. 1900 - d. 1920 Phillipsburg, NJ).
• 2nd wife: Mary Elizabeth Ladley Bercaw +1929-1968+ (b. 1902 York, NY; m. 1929 Livingston, NY), daughter of Hugh Ladley & Sarah Moag Ladley. Hugh and Sarah were both born in Ireland. In 1929, Mary was residing in her hometown of York, NY employed as a schoolteacher.

Calderhead family

See Who's Who at Lincoln Heights Gospel Chapel (formerly the old Mansfield Gospel Hall) for a more detailed biography of the Calderhead family. Mansfield Gospel Hall, founded prior to 1936, had a division in 1948 when they rebranded as LHGC, and David transferred to AGH with some of his children, and Agnes stayed with other children in Mansfield until presumably the start of the newer Mansfield Gospel Hall founded about 1959 thru the preaching of Norman Crawford, Lorne McBain, etc.

Then it is assumed that David & Agnes reunited in co-founding the new MGH. Some of their descendants also assisted with the founding of Clyde Gospel Hall founded about 1958. David was commended to the Lord's work presumably while in Scotland, also in his time in Phillipsburg, New Jersey 1930-1931+, and definitely by the assembly in Asheville, North Carolina when he removed in 1940 to the old Mansfield Gospel Hall.

• David Octavius Calderhead 1948-1958? (b. 1897 Camnethan, Lanarkshire, Strathclyde, Scotland - d. 1980 Mansfield, OH), son of James Calderhead (b. 1860 Galston, Ayrshire, Strathclyde, Scot. - d. 1930 Larkhall, Strathclyde, Scot.) & Elizabeth Keer Borland Sharp-Calderhead (b. 1858 West Kilpatrick, Dumbartonshire, Strathclyde, Scot. - d. 1930 Larkhall, Scot.).
• Agnes Morton McFarlane Calderhead (b. 1897 Glasgow, Lanarkshire, Scot. - d. 1989 Mansfield, OH), daughter of John Ross McFarlane (b. 1872 Carluke, South Lanarkshire, Scot. - d. 1944 Hamilton, ON) & Christina Gray McLean McFarlane (b. 1875 Uddingston, South Lanarkshire, Scot. - d. 1925 Hamilton, ON).
  • Elizabeth "Betty" McFarlane Calderhead Hoffman 1948?+ (b. 1922 Larkhall, Scot. - d. 2019 Mansfield, OH).
  • James "Jim" Calderhead (b. 1925 Larkhall, Scot. - d. 2005 Mansfield, OH).
  • Peter Thomas McFarlane Calderhead lived in 1928 at Larkhall, Lanarkshire, Scotland, dying as an infant.
  • David McFarlane Calderhead 1948+? (b. 1937 Asheville, Buncombe, NC - d. 2011 Mansfield, OH). Wife (1959): Rowean N. Davis Calderhead, daughter of Bernard J. Davis.
  • Anna Jean Calderhead Cunningham 1948?+ (b. 1937 Asheville, NC - d. 2011 Bellaire, Harris, TX).
    • Laura Ann Cunningham (b. 1961 Akron, Summit, OH - d. 2022 Loveland, Larimer, CO).

Campbell family

WiS 1956-2: Fallen Asleep: "Our beloved and esteemed brother Ross Campbell, “went home” January 11th,, Details in next issue."

WiS 1956-3: F.A.: "Saints of this city and whole district lost a valuable counselor and friend in the homecall Jan. 11th, of dear Ross Campbell. Our brother was born in Ireland in 1884, saved at sixteen years of age, gathered with the saints at Carrick until coming to Philadelphia, Penna., when a young man and met with the Assembly there at 20th and Dickinson. He came to Akron Oct. 10th, 1913, and has been a valuable brother all through these years. His godly advice and shepherding marked him out as a worthy elder and the younger men left behind have a good example to follow thus and we bespeak for them God's blessing as they continue in the things which they have learned... 2 Tim. 3:14. Pray for his widow. Their home was open to many and hospitality was freely extended, to which many of us can testify. We count it a privilege to have known our beloved brother for more than 35 years, profiting by his counsel and friendship in the things of God. Three sons and one daughter should have our prayers."

• Ross Campbell 1913-1956 (1884-1956)

Cochrane family

WiS 1958-12: F.A.: "On October 7th, saints here lost a good friend in the homecall of our dear brother William Cochrane. Saved 42 years ago he went on quietly and consistently in assembly fellowship— much missed. Pray for his widow and daughter — Titus 2:13 — also three sons."

WiS 1964-10: "Our beloved sister Mrs. Margaret Cochrane went home to be with the Lord August 2nd., aged 81. Saved in 1915 during a serious illness — in fellowship here with her husband for years — now both in His presence. Three sons and one daughter survive. Kindly and quiet in her spirit."

• William Cochrane 1916-1958 (d. 1958 Akron, OH)
• Margaret Cochrane 1915-1964 (d. 1964 Akron, OH)

Crosser family

WiS 1962-2: F.A.: Lonaconing, MD: "Our esteemed brother Henry Grosser "went home" December 14th, aged 88. He was saved in Toronto, Ohio, when 19 years of age, later came here and had been m fellowship since. Known to many of the Lord's servants through the years for godly simplicity of life and testimony, and kind hospitality. He spent the past two years in the Akron Assembly. A worthy brother whose appreciative countenance helped much as he listened to the ministry of the Word. Many shall miss him."

• Henry Crosser 1960-1962

Cunningham family

WiS 1963-3: F.A.: "Our dear sister Mrs. John Cunningham “went home” January 16th. Her husband and three sons survive, as well as her sisters and a brother in Scotland. We are without further details."

WiS 1965-4: "We have heard, incidentally and without details, of the homecall of our dear young sister, Mrs. Winnie Cunningham. She suffered much sickness yet was uncomplaining and sweet in her disposition and took patiently the Lord’s dealings with her. Remember her husband and child, in prayer."

WiS 1966-10: "Our dear sister Mrs. Jennie E. Cunningham “went home” July 10, aged 80. Saved during tent meetings held in Barberton, near here, in 1948 — bre. Govan and Klabunda preaching at the time. Mother of Mrs. Shirley Cunningham of Barberton."

• Mrs. John Cunningham +1963

• Mrs. Winnie Cunningham +1965 (d. 1965 Akron, OH)

• Mrs. Jennie Cunningham 1948-1966 (d. 1966 Akron, OH)

Curry family

WiS 1960-7: F.A.: Roan, Tassagh, N.I.: "Our esteemed sister Mrs. Annie Curry, “went home” to be with Christ May 17th. Saved for over 60 years. From 1907 until 1932 in Cleveland and Akron, Ohio assemblies. “A succourer of many” she shall be greatly missed. Since returning to Ireland she maintained a warm interest in the assemblies “gathered to His Name” here."

• Mrs. Annie Curry 1907?-1932?

Dannenbrink family

WiS 1961-2: "Our brother Rudolph Dannenbrink was called home Dec. 15th. He had been in fellowship in the Assembly here for many years, his widow survives but is hospitalized. A simple brother and the saints showed much kindness to him and his wife through the years. He was aged 82."

• Rudolph Dannenbrink +1960

Edgar family

WiS 1939-1: Fallen Asleep: Akron, OH: "On Dec. 4. Mrs. Elizabeth Edgar went to be with Christ. Lived a quiet, consistent life. Bren. W. Ferguson and A. Douglas shared in the services held in the Gospel hall."

• Mrs. Elizabeth Edgar +1939 (d. 1939 Akron, OH).

Flamm family

WiS 1970-5: Akron, OH: "Our dear brother Jacob Flamm was called home January 27. Born in Austria-Hungary in 1884, saved here in Akron in 1918 and with the saints here for a good number of years. A faithful and consistent brother who shall be missed by the Assembly here."

• Jacob Flamm 1918-1970 (b. 1884 Austria/Hungary - d. 1970 Akron, OH)

Fouts family

WiS 1957-1: Our dear sister, Mrs. Fouts, Sr., “went home” Nov. 14th, aged 76, born again March 5, 1939 and in the Assembly since. Remember in prayer her daughter and three sons - she lived a quiet and commendable life.

• Mrs. Fouts, Sr. 1939-1957 (d. 1957 Akron, OH)

Hyslop family

AA 1946-12: With Christ: Akron, OH: "Mrs. Alex Hyslop passed into the presence of the Lord on August 4th at the age of 58 years. She was saved 45 years ago in Ayrshire, Scotland, came to this country in 1906, was identified with the Assemblies in Indiana and for the last 16 years at Akron, Ohio. She is survived by her husband, two daughters and four sons, all saved and in the assembly. Brethren R. McCracken, Steve Mick and Oswald MacLeod spoke seasonable words at the funeral service."

• Alex Hyslop
• Mrs. Alex Hyslop 1930-1946 (d. 1946)

Johnson family

TBM 1930-11: Homecalls: Mrs. Mary Welsh, Bicknell, Indiana, U.S.A., aged 73 years. Saved while in her early years and was highly esteemed by those who knew her. Five daughters and one son are left to mourn the loss, besides a host of friends. Brother Wm. Johnston (sic?) of Akron, Ohio, conducted the funeral services."

TBM 1934-10: "Menien and Louisville united for Conference meetings: the presence of the Lord was manifest. Some of the Christians had many miles to travel to be present, but all enjoyed the fellowship and preaching of the Word. Those ministering were R. Telfer of Toronto and W.B. Johnston (sic) of Akron, Ohio places over 1,000 miles away, and C.H. Willoughby who labors in the region."

• LOI 1945-2:
  • With the Lord: William B. Johnson: Our brother, a well known servant of the Lord, late of 927 Chalker St.,

Akron, Ohio, passed suddenly but peacefully into the Lord’s presence on Dec. 1, 1944. He had been in ill health for some years but had breakfast as usual, and while reading the scriptures with Mrs. Johnson, went home to be with Christ. Brethren W.P. Douglas and R.W. McCracken, both of Cleveland, spoke at the funeral service. We commend Mrs. Johnson to the prayers of the Lord’s people." Memorial officiated by W.P. Douglas.

• • W.P. Douglas, 2016 Brunswick Rd., E. Cleveland, OH: "Our aged brother nearing his 85th birthday is not able to move about much, but on occasions he can minister the word of God with freshness. He took part in the funeral service of brother W.B. Johnson of Akron, Ohio. Writing to a friend recently he said, "Few have had a longer race nor have been the recipient of greater care, thought and love of a gracious, forbearing and patient 'God, for as long as I have been-now in my 68th year of grace. Surely I can say "Who is a pardoning God like Thee, Or who has grace, so rich and free."
  • Widows of the Lord's Servants: "Honor widows that are widows indeed" (1 Tim. 5:3). Since we last published a list of widows of the Lord's servants in the issue of April 1944, four more sisters have been bereft of their husbands. This brings the list of sisters thus widowed in the past five years to 33.
    • Mrs. William Grierson, 4406 Greely St., Houston, TX: widowed 5-28-1944
    • Mrs. Ansley Goodwin, Pugwash Junction, Nova Scotia, Canada: widowed 8-4-1944
    • Mrs. Alfred Mace, c/o Mrs. Knutson, 3035 S.E. Aukeny St., Portland, OR: widowed 9-9-1944
    • Mrs. W.B. Johnson, 927 Chalker St., Akron, OH: 12-1-1944

• William B. Johnson +1930-1944 (d. 1944 Akron, OH)
• Mrs. Johnson +1944-1945+

Klabunda family

• Albert P. Klabunda 1956-1968+

Marshall family

WiS 1958-7: Fallen Asleep: "At the age of 94 our dear sister Mrs. Carrie B. Marshall “went home” May 21st. Saved through brother Bradford’s meetings here in 1931 — loved to read her Bible — the fruit of this seen in her daily life — even as death was approaching her cheery smile left an impression on the Doctor and nurses."

• Mrs. Carrie B. Marshall 1931-1958 (1894-1958)

McIlmoyle family

WiS 1964-12: "We have heard, without details, of the homegoing of our aged brother Mclllmoyle of the Assembly here about October 22nd. A native of Ireland, well known to older ones of this district."

WiS 1959-9: F.A.: "Our dear sister Mrs. Mary Mcllmoyle “went home” July 23rd. Born in Ireland, saved about 30 years ago and in fellowship here since. Survived by husband and three daughters."

• Mr. McIlmoyle +1964 (d. 1964)
• Mrs. Mary McIlmoyle 1939-1959 (d. 1959)

Mick family

In 1917, as a single man Stephen resided in Akron, attending the Gospel Hall, while a rubber worker for B.F. Goodrich. He later became an effect itinerant worker. Steve was among the founders of [[Blue River Gospel Hall, WI|Blue River Gospel Hall in Grant Co., Wisconsin, and resided near there in Boscobel for the remainder of his life. Norman Crawford and Harold Paisley officiated his memorial. Pallbearers included Archie & David Nowak, James & Clifford Frazier, John Draves & Glen Harms. Also see Blue River Gospel Hall.

• Stephen "Steve" Mick 1932-1979 (b. 1892 Sajteny, Hungary - d. 1979 Boscobel, WI), son of Peter Mick & Milita Ungurean Mick. In 1917, he resided in Akron.
• Agnes Blanche Boyce Mick 1932-1979+ (b. 1901 Blantyre, South Lanarkshire, Scotland; m. 1929 Chicago, IL; d. 1992 Middleton, Dane, WI)
  • Elizabeth Ann Mick Dill 1933-1951+ (b. 1933 Boscobel, WI - d. 2018 Oconomowoc, Waukesha, WI). Husband: Lyle Elmer Dill (b. 1927 Richland Center, Richland, WI - d. 1977 Waukesha, WI), son of Dr. Joseph Truman Dill (b. 1897 Denver, Newaygo, MI - d. 1937 Richland Center, WI) & Lelia Richardson Dill (b. 1898 Eagle, Richland, WI - d. 1958 Richland Center, WI). Joseph owned Dill Machine shop in Richland Center, died of pneumonia at the age of 40. Lyle was employed at the Godfrey Co., as a warehouseman, and also as a schoolteacher at Brandybrook School and Lakeside Elementary.
  • Eunice Mick Bethke. 1979 @ Madison, WI. Husband: Louis Bethke. See Bethke family.
  • Helen Mick Bell. 1979 @ Anaheim, CA. Husband: John Bell.
  • Robert Mick. 1979 @ Waukesha, WI.

Slabaugh family

• John Slabaugh +1965-1968+

Smith family

WiS 1964-9: "Our beloved sister Mrs. Wm. Smith "went home" June 20th after a prolonged illness. Saved and in fellowship with the saints... Survived by her husband."

• Mrs. William Smith +1964 (d. 1964)

Snider family

• W. Snider +1968+

Snyder family

WiS 1963-7: "Our dear brother Charles E. Snyder was "called home" May 4th., aged 66 An invalid for long. Shortly before his homecall he wrote us for some good tracts to give to unsaved ones. He was saved June 29th.. 1954. His widow survives, also one daughter and one son, all of them with that “blessed hope” in view."

• Charles E. Snyder 1954-1963 (d. 1963)
• Mrs. Snyder +1963+

Soper family

AA 1946-3: "With Christ: John Soper, 70, departed to be with Christ January 28th. Ho was saved and associated with the assembly in Akron for the past 48 years. He left his father's homo In Detroit, because his father continued to bring before him his need of God's salvation. A printer by trade, he camo to Akron and obtained employment in a large printing establishment. He had never seen such large machines, as they gave him to operate; and was looking in a puzzled way at the machine when a young man spoke to him and said “Let me set up that job for you” and at once he started John at work. After lunch he came again and set up the job and started the machine, and then kindly said to John Soper, “Young man are you a Christian?' The arrow of conviction entered bls soul as he answered, “No! I am not.” From that time on Dan Becker lost no opportunity in witnessing to Mr. Soper and as a lost guilty sinner be accepted Christ as his own personal Saviour; ho became associated with the assembly in Akron soon after and bore a good testimony. He loaves an aged widow, also a brother and sister. R.W. McCracken took the funeral services."

• John Soper 1898-1946 (1876-1946)

Webb family

Kenneth has served as a correspondent at AGH since 1992.

• Kenneth Webb +1992-current?
• Mrs. Kenneth Webb, daughter of Joseph Bercaw

Welch family

WiS 1970-3: Youngstown, OH: "Another brother Harley C. Welch from this Assembly was taken home January 14, aged 83. He was saved Sept. 25, 1916. In fellowship in Akron assembly for years and here remainder of his life. He leaves his widow, formerly Margaret Craw, also four daughters. Isaiah 53:5 was used to his conversion."

OR 1932-3: Gone Home: Akron, OH: "Mrs. Harley Welch passed suddenly into the presence of the Lord January 9th. In fellowship here about thirteen years. Brethren Duncan and Becker spoke to a large company at the hall, and Brother White spoke at the grave. Prayer Is requested for the husband and the family of four children."

• Harley C. Welch/Welsh 1916-1932+
• 1st wife Mrs. Harley Welch 1919-1932 (d. 1932 Akron, OH)
• 2nd wife Margaret Craw Welch +1970+

White family

WiS 1962-7: F.A.: "Our dear sister Mrs. Elizabeth Mary White “went home” May 6th., aged 74. A native of Ireland, she was saved at 14 and gathered to the Name of the Lord for over 50 years. Her husband, who predeceased her several years ago, was a worthy standby of the Assembly here. She knew the truth of God and loved it. Much missed."

• Mrs. Elizabeth Mary White 1912?-1962 (d. 1962)

Wright family

Thomas served as a correspondent at AGH from 1966-1991.

• Thomas Wright +1966-1991+

Sources

• 1904-2024 AAB's
• Ancestry.com
• Assembly Annals (AA): 1946-3&6; 1949-6
• Letters of Interest (LOI): 1945-2
• Our Record (OR): 1932-3&5
• The Believer's Magazine (TBM): 1934-10
• Words in Season (WiS): 1939-1; 1956:1-3; 1957-1; 1958-7&12; 1959-9; 1960-7; 1961-2; 1962-2&7; 1963-3&7&9; 1964-10&12; 1965:3-4&8&10; 1968-5&9; 1969-2; 1970-3&5