Russell E. Peters, Jr., passed away on Thursday, September 1, 2011 at Altercare of Cuyahoga Falls. He was born on August 7, 1925 in Akron, OH to Russell E. Peters, Sr. and Catherine (Hunter) Peters. He served in World War II as a Navy Corpsman, was an avid Ohio sports fan, and a retired Teamster. He was a loving husband,...

Robert H. Zappel, 75, passed away on August 31, 2011. He was a veteran of the US Air Force. Bob was an active member of the American Legion and VFW in Ravenna. He enjoyed playing the keyboard, the accordion, and telling jokes. Preceded in death by his true love, wife, Jeanne; brother, Carl; and granddaughter, Tori. Survivors include his son,...

Janet Patricia Williams "Patty"Janet Patricia Williams, 73, of Akron, passed away August 31, 2011. Patty was born on January 3, 1938 in Uniontown, Pennsylvania to the late Thomas and Alice Martin. She was raised in Clarksburg, West Virginia where she graduated from Notre Dame High School in 1956. She moved to Akron in the 1960s and worked as a registered...

Russell "Russ" Shallahamer IIRussell "Russ" Shallahamer II, age 60 of Mt. Juliet passed away August 27, 2011. Mr. Shallahamer was employed by Bridgestone/Firestone for 36 years. He was preceded in death by parents, Russell and Mary Shallahamer; and father-in-law, Mike Yukie. Mr. Shallahamer is survived by his wife of 31 years, Yvonne Shallahamer; son, Jason (Beth) Shallahamer; daughters, Tanya (Steve)...

Kurt T. MikschKurt T. Miksch, born January 4, 1970, passed away suddenly at the age of 41 on August 27, 2011. Kurt leaves behind his wife, Gina (Ilg) Miksch; sons, Brian Ozmore and Cody Miksch; stepchildren, Stacy and Paul Williams; granddaughters, Paige Nicole and Savannah "Banana" Lee; mother, Nancy Lichtenberger; stepdad, Tom; sisters, Franki Lichtenberger and Krista Hatala. He will...

Gertrude J. Booth, 86, passed away on August 26, 2011. The daughter of Clifford and Josephine Shuman, she was born on September 16, 1924 in Cleveland, Ohio. Gertrude was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star.She was preceded in death by her husband, Monroe; son, Clifford. She is survived by her daughter, Gwen (Duane) Keith; grandsons, Michael and...

Beatrice C. Ripple (Bittner), 100, passed away on August 26, 2011. The daughter of Anton and Celia Bittner, she was born on October 24, 1910 in Akron, Ohio. Over the years, Bea served in many ways at Ellet Grace Brethren Church. She was President of WMC serving at both the local and district level. She was Assistant Church Treasurer, Superintendent...

Barbara L. Harouff, born August 3, 1935, passed away of natural causes on August 27, 2011, at Akron City Hospital. Preceded in death by her husband, Eugene, of 55 years; daughter, Mary Stanley; and son-in-law, Stan Hart. She was a homemaker and loving mother to Deborah (Don) Galleher, Peggy (Sam) Agosta, William (Ramona) Harouff, Tab (Cindy)Harouff and Dan Stanley. She...

George DelMonte, 60, our sweet loving boy died August 26, 2011. God blessed us all by having George in our lives. He was one of God's special angels.George worked at Weaver Industries. We would like to thank all the people at Ellet Center for everything they did to make him happy. Many thanks to Grace Hospice for all the loving...

Floyd StairFloyd Stair, 79, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on August 24, 2011. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, and retired from Ohio Edison after 48 years of service. Floyd enjoyed painting, singing, playing the guitar, and baseball. He is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Barbara; children, Patricia...

Nancy Jo StewartNancy "Momma Jo" Stewart, born October 6, 1960, passed away with her loved ones by her side at home on August 24, 2011. She was an avid football fan, especially The Saints, and was a dedicated mother and grandmother. Nancy Jo was a very charismatic person, and loved to cook for friends and family. She was preceded in...

Beverly A. McNeilBeverly A. McNeil (Bixler), 74, passed away August 24, 2011 after a brief illness. Beverly was always known for helping friends and family as well as being a dedicated volunteer to numerous projects around Akron, especially the Akron Inventors Hall of Fame. Akron was Beverly's home and she was a graduate of Saint Vincent High School. She enjoyed...

Veronica "Roni" Graham, 86, went home to be with the Lord on August 23, 2011. She was born in Motherwell, Scotland on November 14, 1924 to the late Alan and Martha Wright. She immigrated to the United States in the early 1950's. She worked for Polsky's and later retired from the Akron Credit Bureau. After retirement Roni's greatest pleasure was...

James F. Geiger, 85, of Akron died August 23, 2011 at Summa Hospital. He was born on April 10, 1926 in Portsmouth, Ohio to Heber and Carrie (Robinson) Geiger. He graduated from Portsmouth High School in 1943 and the Univ. of Cincinnati in 1950. He was a veteran of World War II, a mason and retired from Firestone. He was...

Carol (Bailey) Larned, 73, passed away on August 23, 2011. She will be deeply missed by her loving family, brother, Richard Bailey; sisters, Charlotte (Tom) Nickol, Shirlee (Mike) Sembric; special friend Ron Morris. Viewing will be on Friday, August 26 from 10 to 11 AM at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd. Akron, followed by procession to Northlawn Memorial...

Nathaniel D. Crusan, Sr.Nathaniel D. Crusan, Sr., 62, passed away on August 23, 2011. Nathaniel served with the US Marines for 2 years. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan. Nathaniel worked at Bethlehem Steel in Pennsylvania. Preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Martha; 3 sisters; and 2 brothers. Survivors include his wife, Valree, of 43 years; son,...

Robert L. AshcraftRobert L. Ashcraft, 64, went home to be with the Lord on August 22, 2011, after the most courageous battle with Multiple Myeloma. Bob served with the US Army in Berlin and Vietnam. He was also active in the Berlin U. S. Military Veteran's Association. He was a graduate of The University of Akron and attended The Chapel,...

Ashley Dian Fetterman, 16, unexpectedly passed away on August 21, 2011. The daughter of David and Erica, she was born on January 17, 1995 in Akron. She played sax and clarinet in the Cuyahoga Falls Marching and Concert Bands. She is survived by her parents; sister, Meagan; grandparents; family members and many dear friends.Visitation will be on Thursday, August 25,...

Chester Glenn MountsChester Glenn Mounts, 66, of Akron, passed away August 21, 2011. He was born on January 5, 1945 in Gilbert, West Virginia. Chester proudly served in the U.S. Army and later retired from LTV Steel. He was a member of The Chapel and the Vietnam Veterans of America Akicita Oyate Chapter 900 in Akron and he was a...

Carl J. SturtzCarl J. Sturtz, 91, of Akron, passed away August 21, 2011. He was born in Sandpatch, Pennsylvania on April 8, 1920. Carl proudly served in the U.S. Army in both the Battle of the Bulge and the Battle of Rhineland. He retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber after 39 years of service. Carl was a member of First...