Thelma AmbroseThelma Ambrose, 95, was called home by God on July 8, 2011. She was born in Tennessee, and spent most of her life in Akron. Thelma attended Chapel of Prayer Baptist Church, and was an avid square dancer. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Paul Ambrose; brothers, C. A., Carl, George, and Kenneth Henry; and sisters,...

Walter Marion, Sr., born January 21, 1923, passed away on July 7, 2011. Walter was born in Aron's Fork, WV. He worked for General Motors, Brookpark Division, for 33 years. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Lois; children, Walter Lee, of Lawton, Oklahoma, Sharon, of Akron, Donna Menhorn, of Barberton, Brenda Miller, of Akron. He had...

Much loved and greatly missed, David Arnold Imbeau went Home to be with his Lord on July 6, 2011. Married for 67 years to his beloved wife, Marjorie; father to Stephen (Shirley), MD, Kathleen (Tom) Van Holstyn, Bruce (Bonnie), and Louise; grandfather to David (Danelle) Van Holstyn, Kristelle (Jason) Fuller (Autumn, Owen, Savannah, Arrielle), Melody (Daniel) Cole (Kendra, Hiroko, Cattie-brie,...

Michael A. Nave, 55, passed away after a long illness into the arms of the Lord on the morning of July 4, 2011. Preceded in death by father, William; mother, Florence; brother, William; nephew, Matthew; great-nephew, Dakota. Survived by brothers, John Nave, of Akron, Timothy Leake, of Hanoverton; sisters, Joyce Nave, of Akron, Sandra (Ron)Hendricks, of Akron; nephew, James (Katherine)...

Herb A. Beightol, 57, went home to be with the Lord, July 5, 2011. The son of Milford and Modenia, he was born on March 21, 1954 in Akron, Ohio. Served in the U.S. Marine Corps and worked at Parker Hannifin for 34 years. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Chuck and Dean. He is survived by...

Donna StaireDonna Staire, 77, was welcomed into the Kingdom of Heaven amidst a beautiful thumbnail moon and fireworks guiding her way on July 4, 2011. She was born August 8, 1933 in Wilbur, WV to the late Parley and Edna Williams. She graduated from Tyler County High School, and moved to Akron, OH to work at Goodyear, then to B....

Janet Lee PollackJanet Lee Michael Pollack, 55, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2011 after a courageous battle with lung cancer. Janet was born May 9, 1956. She enjoyed her family and grandsons, bowling, animals, and outdoors. Janet was preceded in death by her father, Charles Michael. She is survived by her mother, Virginia (Reginald) Dillworth; daughter, Natalie (Keith) Easterling;...

Michael Adam Null, 37, passed away on July 1, 2011. Michael was born in Akron and had currently resided in Barberton. He graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School, Southern Ohio College, Kent State University, and N.I.T. He had been employed at Mactac in Stow for the past 10 years. Survivors include his parents, Harold and Stella Null; brothers, Richard (Lorrie),...

Jonathan Lee Hale, 28, passed away suddenly June 30, 2011. He was born in Coshocton, OH on November 10, 1982.He loved spending his time, fishing, trying to catch the big one. Preceded in death by his grandfather, Bobby Hale; father-n-law, Bobby Lantz.He is survived by his wife, Margrett and daughter, Paige; step-children, Alliee, Gabriel; mother and step-father, Laura and Mike...

Hal "Chris" Lehman, 54, passed away on Friday, July 1st, after several battles of illnesses. Chris was a unique man who was determined to do what he put his mind to. His wheelchair did not hinder him from remodeling his house or putting an engine together. He always had an eagerness to learn and share his wisdom. Chris loved to...

Robert Paul Weigel, 87, passed away July 1, 2011, after a brief illness. Robert was born March 5, 1924, in Akron, to Paul G. and Wallie (Schratzenstaller) Weigel. He grew up in South Akron where he attended Goodrich Elementary School and graduated from Akron South High School in 1941. He worked briefly for Acme Grocery, and then travelled to California...

M. Estelle Johnson, 92, passed away on July 1, 2011. She was born in Cullman, AL on January 28, 1919. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenner. She is survived by her sons, Richard (Connie) and William (Rhonda) Johnson. She had several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Family and friends may visit on Wednesday from 7-9 PM at NEWCOMER FUNERAL...

Charles E. Woods, 72, passed away on June 29, 2011. Charles served with the National Guard for 21 years and retired from Paul Watts Trucking Co. Preceded in death by his parents, William and Mary Woods. Survivors include his beloved wife, Stephanie; sons, Gary (Julie) Stone, Mike (Sharon) Stone, Charles Woods, II, Bill (Darla) Kurak; daughters, Wanda Ray, Mary Zupancic;...

Samantha Christine AlbersonSamantha Christine Alberson, 38, of Akron, passed away June 26, 2011. Samantha was born in Akron on June 22, 1973. She was a home healthcare aide for many years. Samantha will always be remembered for her kind and considerate personality and her love for children. She was preceded in death by her mother, Evelyn Alberson. She will be...

Alexandria Jarotte, 67, passed away on June 24, 2011. Alexandria was born on December 27, 1943 to George and Pauline Holb in Akron. Alexandria was preceded in death by her father. She is survived by her mother Pauline; son, Christopher Capps; sisters, Patricia Hill and Linda McLeod.

Shirley M. Shovestull, 69, passed away on June 27, 2011. She was a member of the Westside Church of Christ in Akron. Shirley loved her grandchildren, teaching children's Bible classes, cats, baking, and crafts. She was also a volunteer reading tutor and mentor at the Cuyahoga Falls public schools. Preceded in death by her husband, Allen; and parents, Ernest and...

Ethel V. RichardsEthel V. Richards (nee Thorn), 78, passed away June 24, 2011 surrounded by her loving family. She retired from K-Mart on Arlington Street after 25 years of service. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Philip W. Richards; parents, Ulysses and Ruth Thorn; and sisters, Margaret, Dorothy, and Evelyn. Ethel is survived by her children, Pamela...

June A. HayesJune A. Hayes, 70, went home to her mansion in Heaven on June 24, 2011. She was born in Akron on October 28, 1940 to the late Carl and Catherine Olds. June was a talented artist and loved to write poetry. Above all, she was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother and will be missed by all who...

Wesley Martin Hart, Jr. of Cuyahoga Falls, 88, passed away peacefully June 23, 2011, at home where he was cared for by his children. He was born July 23, 1922, in Akron, Ohio, to Wesley and Beulah. He was a retired Air Force Reserve Captain and served in WWII as a P-51 pilot where he flew numerous missions in Europe.Preceded...