Larry R. MyersLarry R. Myers, 64, of Uniontown, passed away March 9, 2011. Larry was born in Akron on May 20, 1946. He was an independent contractor and the owner of several Pizza Pan restaurants. While his children were growing up, he coached softball and Peewee football. Above all, Larry was devoted to his God and his family. He enjoyed...

Mary Jane Dugan (nee Drumm), 81, of Tampa, Florida (Akron, OH), went home to be with the Lord on March 5, 2011. She was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Harry Dugan, and by her parents, Harold Drumm, Sr. and Helen (Rawling) Drumm; brothers, Harry, Earl, John, Charles, and Harold, Jr. She was a loving wife, mother,...

James Blair ArmstrongJames Blair Armstrong was born in Kenmore on March 19, 1918 and completed his life's journey on March 8, 2011. He attended Immaculate Conception Parish, Kenmore High School, and worked for General Tire. In January, 1942 he enlisted in the Army. At Fort McClellan, Alabama he met and married Eulene Vick, a redheaded Army nurse from Bankston, Alabama...

Mary Jane O'Neal (nee Taylor), 67, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2011. Mary was preceded in death by her sister, Madeline Smith. Survivors include her loving companion of 23 years, Paul Mason; daughters, Erica (Kelly Mitchely) Lowery and Jennifer (Charles) Fertig; grandchildren, Jamie, Joey, Alex, and Samantha; brother-in-law, Don Smith; and many nieces and nephews. A memorial service will...

Sherman P. TiggsSherman P. Tiggs, 40, went home to be with the Lord on March 6, 2011. He was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio and was a resident of Akron for the past 15 years. He was preceded in death by a son, Germaine; and his grandmother, Geneva Alexander. He is survived by his loving wife of 13 years,...

Helen KerzieHelen Kerzie, 88, of Mogadore, entered into eternal rest on March 3, 2011 surrounded by her loving family after 5 years of failing health. Helen was born in Canton, Ohio on September 6, 1922, the oldest of six children. She was raised in Mogadore and graduated from Mogadore High School. Grammy loved family vacations, bingo, ceramics, quilting, and cooking....

William J. A. "Bill" NaveBill, age 60, took his next step on the journey of life on March 2, 2011. He was born on June 13, 1950. He graduated from the University of Akron, Kent State University and Case Western Reserve. After four years in the U.S. Air Force, he returned to Akron. He spent the next 26 years as...

Mary R. Baer, 92, went to be with the Lord on March 3, 2011. Mary was a member of Visitation of Mary Catholic Church and St. Anne's Guild. She was a past member of Tallmadge AARP, Tallmadge Prime Timers and Busy Sunshine. Mary enjoyed gardening, bowling, and playing cards with her friends at Annunciation Terrace. Preceded in death by her...

Ruth Evelyn SmithRuth Evelyn Smith, 85, surrounded by her loved ones, went home to be with the Lord on March 1, 2011. She was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Donald E.; grandson, Lance Wargo; son-in-law, Karl Lange; and daughter-in-law, Carol Smith. Ruth is survived by her children, Kathleen N. Smith, Donald H. Smith, Robert A. Smith,...

Rose LewayRose Leway, 92, of Akron, passed away February 22, 2011. Rose was born on November 10, 1918 to the late George and Elizabeth Swatko, Sr. She was a member of Nativity of the Lord Jesus Church and participated in We Care. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Joe. She will be deeply...

Donald C. MasonDonald Clyde Mason, son of John and Hazel Mason, passed away February 26, 2011. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II; a member of Mogadore VFW Post 8487. Donald is survived by his wife, Dorothy; son, Paul (Mary O'neal); daughter, Bonnie (Gregory) Reid; grandchildren, Sara (Todd) Greenstreet, and Chris (Courtney Harris) Reid; and many nieces...

Charles Kovac, 90, passed away on February 27, 2011. Charles served with the Army Air Corps during WWII, as part of the Flying Tigers in Burma. He enjoyed gambling and trips to Las Vegas. Charles was a member of the Orioles Club. Preceded in death by his wife, Ruth. Survivors include his brother, George (Eleanor); nephews, George (Regina), John, and...

Sandra K. MarstellarSandra K. Marstellar, 63, passed away quietly in her sleep on February 27, 2011. Sandra was born in Erwin, TN, and was a lifelong resident of Akron, where she graduated from Kenmore High School. She enjoyed all kinds of crafts, especially making homemade greeting cards for her friends and family. Sandra loved spending time with her grandchildren. She...

Michael L. WengerdMichael L. Wengerd, 51, passed away suddenly on February 26, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Barbara; mother, Betty; daughter, Katie; stepdaughter, Tracy; stepson, Ron; seven brothers; and five grandchildren. Calling hours will be Thursday, March 3, 2011 from 4-5 followed by a 5:00 p.m. memorial service at Shoreline Community Church, 790 Carnegie Ave., Akron, Pastor Scott...

Leona J. GrossLeona J. Gross, 87, went home to be with the Lord on February 25, 2011 at Summit Villa Care Center. She was born and lived all her life in Akron. Leona was preceded in death by her husband, Melvin; parents; sister, Florence; and son, Daniel. She is survived by her son, James M. Gross (Phyllis); daughters, Jeanette Sullivan...

Dennis A. KnappDennis A. Knapp, 57, of Hartville, went home to be with the Lord on February 26, 2011. Dennis was born in Akron on September 13, 1953. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather and will be missed by all who knew him. Dennis was preceded in death by his father, Donald Knapp. He is survived by his...

Jean L. Rittenour, born January 9, 1936, fell asleep peacefully surrounded by her family and loved ones on February 26, 2011. Mom moved to Ohio from West Virginia as a child. She enjoyed spending time with her large family, going to bingo, sewing and playing cards. Grandma was a wise, loving, and generous woman who never met a stranger. Jean...

Carolyn Mae Britton, 70, passed away on February 22, 2011. Carolyn enjoyed cooking, crafts, and gardening. Preceded in death by her husband, Gareld; son, Jeffrey McCoy; and daughter, Isabel Dunkle. Survivors include daughters, Cindy (Roy) Whitney-Cantu, Gara (Gilbert) Britton, Brenda (Bill) Lucas, Barbara (Charles) Rendino, Patricia (Tim) Sheets; son, William (Teresa) Britton; sisters, Charlene Shetler and Sandra Reichard; 17 grandchildren;...

Della Lee Elick-RosaDella Lee Elick-Rosa, 83, of Akron, passed away February 23, 2011. Della was born on March 20, 1927 in Stuard Draft, Virginia and lived in Akron since she was sixteen. She retired from Goodyear Aerospace after 33 years at the age of sixty-three. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother and will be missed dearly. Della was...

Jerry T. Allshouse, 71, passed away on February 21, 2011. Jerry was born in Akron on December 13, 1939 to the late Charles and Betty Allshouse. He served with the US Army and worked for 33 years as a truck driver, retiring from USF Holland. Jerry enjoyed hunting, football, playing cards, and spending time with his family. In addition to...