Ruth, 79, of Cuyahoga Falls, OH passed away October 24, 2011, born March 3, 1932 to Roy and Agnes Becket of Fort Hill, PA. She worked at Goodyear for many years. Ruth was preceded in death by husbands, Stan and Gene. She is survived by son, Dennis (Rhonda); stepson, David (Karen); grandchildren, Shannon (Michael), Jennifer (Jeremy), Jason (Danielle); great-grandsons, Oliver...

Willard Lee WardWillard Lee Ward, 75, passed away October 18, 2011. He was born in Akron, Ohio on October 5, 1936, and retired to Hendersonville, NC. Willard was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Martha Ward. He is survived by his children, Cheryl Talk of Texas, Brenda (Russ) Schlegel of Mogadore, and Laurie (Jeff) Lappin of Bath Twp.;...

Paul "Mac" J. McCray, 87, went home to be with the Lord on October 24, 2011. Born July 17, 1924 in Roanoke, WV to John and Mary McCray, he has been an Akron resident most of his life. Paul retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. after 43 plus years of service.Proceeded in death by his parents; brother, George; sisters,...

Euphemia A. "Iva" Teck, 90, passed away on October 23, 2011. She retired from Goodyear after 30 years of service. Iva enjoyed playing Bingo and cards. Preceded in death by husband, Anthony Teck; brothers, George and David Duncan; sisters, Christine Clark and Agnes Cantrell. She is survived by numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held Saturday, 3...

Margaret Elaine "Maggie" McCombs, 59, passed away on October 23, 2011. Maggie enjoyed cooking, gardening, and her animals. Preceded in death by her father, Mike Pustay. Survivors include her beloved husband, Arthur; mother, Margaret Pustay; stepsons, Joshua and Joseph McCombs; sisters, Terry (Greg) Goshia, Chris (Denver) Collins; brother, Mike (Yuki) Pustay; sisters-in-law, Linda (Chuck) Bendetta, Elaine (Carl) Moore; brothers-in-law, Duane...

Joseph E. Robertson, Jr.Joseph E. Robertson, Jr., 39, went home to be with our loving savior Jesus Christ on October 23, 2011. "To be absent from the body, is to be present with the Lord." Joey was an honorable man who loved his children and family with all his heart. He was an amazing person. Family is the most important...

Betty passed away on October 23, 2011 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was a wonderful and caring mother, who will be greatly missed. Preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Ruth Bragg; husband, David Chula; son, Terris L. Bond. She is survived by her sons; Larry, Dale, Chip Bond; daughters, Melody, Robin (Sara); stepchildren, Laurie...

Frances "Jean" Ward, 68, passed away on October 22, 2011. Born March 3, 1943 in Preston County, WV, to the late Charles and Adalaide Bolyard. Jean took pride in being a devoted wife, mother, and Nanny. She is now spending eternity with her husband of 40 years, James D. Ward. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded...

Floyd "Poppy" E. Dice, 87, born January 4, 1924, went home to be with the lord and join his wife, Ruth, and son, Robert, on October 22, 2011 after many years of being apart. Poppy was a life long resident of Akron, living in Springfield Twp. for over 60 years. He will be sadly missed by his children, daughter, Katherine...

John "Don" Cole, loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather passed away peacefully at UPMC Pittsburgh, PA, October 21, 2011. Born May 26, 1934 to Andrew and Katherine Cole, Akron, Ohio. Don lived in Springfield Twp. and Tallmadge before settling in Woodsfield, OH. He retired from Goodyear Tire after 40 years of service. Don enjoyed watching sports, TV, mowing 5...

Linda SumeyLinda Sumey, 64, of Akron, passed away suddenly on Oct. 19, 2011. Reunited with her late husband, Sonny Ferrell. She is survived by daughters, Mary Ledbetter and family, Helen (Mark) Campbell and family, and Charmin (Ernie) Hurst; sons, Scott (Cathy) Ferrell, and Rusty (Britt) Ferrell; and daughter-in-law, Trena Ferrell. She will be greatly missed by her grandchildren, Brittney, Amber,...

John E. Smith, 61, passed away on October 21, 2011. The son of Eugene Freed and Clara Smith was born on July 31, 1950 in Grantsville, WV. He is survived by his longtime partner and fiancé, Joy Morgan; sons, John, Joseph and James; step-sons, Terry and Randy Cramer; many grandchildren; brothers, Dale and Dean Smith, Roger Davis; sisters, Estella Watson...

Daniel M. Allen, 64, went home to be with his Lord and Saviour October 19, 2011. The son of Rev. Herdis and Pauline, He was born on April 16, 1947 in McCaysville, GA.He was preceded in death by his parents. Daniel is survived by his brothers, Joe (Donna), Gerry (Lorraine), Jeff (Debbie); sister, Linda (Richard) Lecour; 11 nieces and nephews....

Esther Mae VotawEsther Mae Votaw, 78, of Akron, passed away October 17, 2011. She was born January 12, 1933 in Cambridge, Ohio to the late Cy and Mary Young. Esther was a devoted follower of Jesus Christ. She will always be remembered as a compassionate, loving mother. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband,...

Linda Marie (Jones) Thompson, 62, passed away on October 16, after a courageous battle with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease. Her strong faith in God and his saving grace gave her much peace. Her kindness to others will be long remembered by her family and many friends. All who knew Linda delighted in her mischievous sense of humor...

Beatrice Marlene Dague, 87, passed away on October 17, 2011. The daughter of Peter and Ruth Defelice, was born on April 23, 1924, in Schenectady, NY. A private family service will take place at a later date.

Julia Reneé Watters (nee May), our loving wife and mother, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 16, 2011. Born December 21, 1960. Julie worked for Giant Eagle in Streetsboro where she loved serving her customers as head clerk in the bakery department. She had a great zest for life and threw her heart and soul into...

Rena D. "Voss" WiseRena D. "Voss" Wise, age 53, passed away Saturday, October 15, 2011 following a long illness. She is survived by loving daughters, Helena and Jami; granddaughter, Jaelyn; sisters, Ronda Leibert (Stan), Terrie Dulac, Shari Charles (Tony); ex-husband and friend, Skip Wise; stepdaughter, Renee Wise; and many nieces and nephews. Rena Wise was preceded in death by her...

Bruce E. ParrettBruce E. Parrett, 62, passed away October 15, 2011 after an extended illness. He attended Shilow Grade School and Meadowdale High School in Dayton, and graduated from Wright-Patterson College. Bruce was employed by ODOT for 20 years, retiring in 1997. He was preceded in death by his father, Edward Parrett; grandfather, Pearl Parrett; grandmother, Lois Parrett; and companion,...

Larry M. DonohewLarry M. Donohew, 72, passed away October 13, 2011 surrounded by his loving family. He was a member of the National Guard, an avid outdoorsman, who enjoyed hunting and fishing with his buddies, and was a loving husband and father. Larry was a beautiful person inside and out. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother...