Ronald Nelson Bowersock, 76, passed away May 25, 2011 at the Canal Pointe Nursing Home in Akron, Ohio.

Homer E. CookHomer E. Cook, 67, went to be with the Lord on May 24, 2011. Homer was affiliated with Gospel Crusaders Church. He served as a military policeman with the US Air Force. Homer retired from Plastikote Paint Co. and enjoyed collecting model airplanes. Preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Mary; and his brother, Lynn. Survivors include...

Dixie EllisonDixie Ellison, 72, of Akron, passed away May 20, 2011. She was born on March 6, 1939 in Ashland City, Tennessee to the late Robert Malcolm and Loreina Perry. She graduated from South High School. Dixie loved traveling to the beach and to visit relatives in Tennessee. She was an avid reader and an excellent cook. Dixie was a...

Judy C. HinkleJudy C. Hinkle (nee Bailey), 62, went home to be with the Lord on May 20, 2011 surrounded by her loving family. She was a long time resident of Portage Lakes, and graduated from Coventry High School. Judy was employed by Marhofer Collision Center for the past 22 years. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bill...

Nancy Mikolajczyk Nancy Mikolajczyk, 78, passed away on May 14, 2011. She was born in Rivesville, WV on May 9, 1933, to the late Roy and Ortola Michael. Nancy was a very family-oriented individual who unconditionally loved her only grandchildren Ava and Abby, her daughter-in-law Suzanne, and only son Brad. She was extremely passionate, unselfish, and loving. Nancy was an...

Dean Nicholas FotionDean Nicholas Fotion, 46, passed away May 18, 2011. Dean was born on March 8, 1965 in Akron and lived in the area his entire life. He graduated from Green High School. In his free time, he enjoyed cooking for his family. Dean will be deeply missed by all who knew him. He was preceded in death by...

Norma Jean LancasterLoving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother passed away in the loving arms of her family.She was born August 22, 1936 in Cuyahoga Falls but lived most of her life in Akron. She also lived in California for over 10 years and retired as a pharmacy technician.Her passion was to read books, crochet and be involved with all her...

Jaunita C. Ivey, 83, went home to be with the Lord on May 18, 2011. Born on May 14, 1928 in Verda, KY. She had been an Akron resident since 1944. She was charter member of Calvary Temple. Juanita volunteered at the Haven of Rest Rescue Mission. She retired from M. O'Neil Department Store in 1988. Preceded in death by...

Charles Richard Monk "Chuck"Charles Richard Monk, 55, of Akron, passed away May 14, 2011. Chuck was born in Akron on September 6, 1955 to the late William and Ellen Monk. He was employed at Ferriot Brothers for 5 years and later at Plastimatics in Rootstown for 5 years. Chuck will be deeply missed by his daughters, Julie Monk (Jeremy Terepka)...

Deanne Lyn Moore, 40, passed away suddenly on May 16, 2011. Deanne was a helpful and kind individual who loved the beach, her family, and her cats. She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Louis Gasiewski; and grandparents, Lloyd and Cindy Reedy. Survivors include her beloved husband, Larry, of 10 years; son, Jacob; parents, Cindy and Dennis (Annie) Gasiewski;...

Alva SummersAlva Summers, born on Aug. 14, 1926 in Fairmont, WV. On May 15, 2011, God called his angel home. She passed away with her son by her side. Alva joined in heaven by the love of her life, Ray B. Summers, Sr.; daughter and best friend, Jeannie Powell; son, Larry Summers, Sr.; one grandchild; and two great-grandchildren. She is...

Neal Carter, 44, passed away on May 14, 2011, after a courageous battle with cancer. Neal was a member of Living Waters Ministries and Harley Owners Group. He enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson. He was employed by Infocision of Akron. Neal was the former owner/operator of Carter and Sons Inc. Preceded in death by his parents, Billy Lee and Rosemary...

Cynthia K. MulliganCynthia K. Mulligan, 71, passed away May 15, 2011 surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Virginia Rush; first husband, Joseph Morrison; son, John Morrison; and sister, Judy Lilien (Wells). Cynthia is survived by her daughters, Vicki Davis (Todd Pruner), and Laura Morrison; son, Greg (Melissa) Morrison; 6 grandchildren; 21...

William E. "Bill" BrownWilliam E. "Bill" Brown, 87, passed away on May 9, 2011. Bill was a volunteer fireman and EMT for Mogadore Fire Department for 25 years, where he eventually became assistant fire chief. He retired from FW Albrecht Co. in 1984. Bill worked on the Pennsylvania Railroad and was a model railroad enthusiast. Preceded in death by his...

Vera H. WyszynskiVera H. Wyszynski, 83, passed away on May 10, 2011. She enjoyed working in her yard and spending time with her family. Preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Minnie Loper; husband, Edward; and 6 siblings. Survivors include her children, Virgel R. (Sandy) Zanick, Joyce (Bud) Johnson, Ruth (Jack) Liptok, Brenda (John) Heisler; grandchildren, Scott, Suzanne, Rhonda,...

Gladys Marie Stoner, 86, went to be with the Lord on May 10, 2011. She was a member of Temple Baptist Church and was an avid picture collector. Gladys was the former owner/operator of Stoner's Hacienda in Cuyahoga Falls. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Anna Mae Bates; sisters, Dorothy and Mildred; brothers, Bill, Dave, Donald...

Lester E. CoxLester E. Cox, 82, passed away May 9, 2011. He retired from the U. S. Army after over 28 years of service, and served in both the Korean and Vietnam Wars. Lester was awarded the Bronze Star for bravery. In 2005, he won the Good Neighbor Award. He was preceded by his wife, Rose Cox. Lester is survived...

Geraldine "Nana" Estep (Stoyanov)Geraldine "Nana" Estep (Stoyanov), 84, went to sleep in death on May 6, 2011. Gerry will be greatly missed, but only for a while. She looked forward to the promise in the Bible regarding the paradise earth, where no resident will say, "I am sick" (Isa 33:24) and where all things "will be made new" and "everlasting...

Margaret A. "Peggy" Miller(Please insert photo of both people with caption: "Together Again")Margaret A. "Peggy" Miller, 81, passed away peacefully with her family at her bedside, after a short illness on May 7, 2011. She was a member of the Gospel Crusaders Church. She was born in Akron, Ohio on April 1, 1930. Peggy graduated from East High School. When...

Lorraine R. Unger, 75, passed away on May 8, 2011. She was born in Norwich, England and moved to the United States in 1955. Lorraine enjoyed knitting, watching old movies, her favorite being "Gone With the Wind", and driving her red sports car. She also loved her cats. Lorraine will be remembered as a kind, generous, and patriotic person who...