Howard Carl GraybealHoward Carl Graybeal, 90, of Akron, passed away peacefully on Dec. 14, 2010, surrounded by family. He was born on Nov. 28, 1920 in Ashe County, NC to Thomas and Ella (Osborn) Graybeal. After graduating from Woodrow Wilson High School in Beckley, WV in 1939, he worked for 17 years in the coal mines. He married Virginia Martin...

Frank Charles Marton IIFrank Charles Marton II, 61, of Akron, passed away December 13, 2010. Frank was born in Massillon on September 26, 1949 to the late Frank and Donna Marton. He will always be remembered for his great sense of humor and positive outlook on life even while struggling with MS. Frank will be deeply missed by his wife...

Helga E. StarcherHelga E. Starcher, 45, passed away peacefully at home with her family at her side on December 13, 2010. She was a Registered Nurse for over 20 years, most recently at the Cleveland Clinic. Helga loved purple, crocheting, gardening, being around children, animals, and especially family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Herbert and Barbara Ann...

Deloris E. Good, 83, went to be with the Lord on December 12, 2010. Deloris attended Greensburg Church of God and was a member of the Eastern Star. She retired from Goodyear Aerospace after 20 years of service. Deloris enjoyed crafts and going to craft shows and yard sales. Preceded in death by her first husband, Cecil Marsh; son, Albert...

Ida Mary CoveyIda Mary Covey, 89, of Akron, passed away December 9, 2010 at Akron City Hospital. She was born September 16, 1921 in Canfield, Ohio to the late Heber & Katherine (Measmer) Donaldson. Ida was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She drove school bus for the Green School System. She loved being a mother and built an...

Arlita (Nana) Francis Evans, born May 10, 1944, went home to be with the Lord on December 9, 2010. She is preceded in death by her parents, Arthur & Marie Greenleaf; son, Arthur Gray; and special friend, John Evans. She is survived by daughter, Velvet (Jeff) Arthurs; her devoted partner and caregiver, Wendall Light; grandchildren, Nicholas, Brandy, Jacob and Courtney;...

Bonnie J. HartBonnie J. Hart, 67, of Akron, passed away December 9, 2010. She was born October 3, 1943 in West Virginia to the late Emwood and Wilda Poling. Bonnie retired from Bridgestone/Firestone and was an avid reader and gardener. She will always be remembered for her genuine, down-to-earth personality and her generous, caring nature. Bonnie was preceded in death...

James A. WeatherfordJames A. Weatherford, 82, passed away December 8, 2010 surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Delores; children, Patricia, Terri, Jane and Mary; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Calling hours will be held Friday, December 10, from 5 to 7 pm at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron,...

Muriel Eileen SmithMuriel Eileen Smith, 102, of Fountain Hills, AZ, formerly of Akron, passed away November 30, 2010. Muriel was born on November 22, 1908 in Ivydale, West Virginia to the late David and Olive Stalnaker. She was employed as a seamstress and at Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company. She moved to Arizona in 1962 and retired from Motorola. Muriel...

Judy Murray, 65, of Akron, freed herself from her cancer to go be happy with her Savior on December 5, 2010. Judy was born December 17, 1944 to the late Clifford and Nora Rosebrough. Judy was an inspiration to the cancer community and was a comfort and mentor to countless people. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in...

Nadine J. Shepard Nervo, 82, passed away on December 7, 2010. She was the owner/operator of the Fiesta Room Lounge for many years. Nadine enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband, Rudy; sisters, Mary and Mildred; brothers, Joe, Ellis, and Donald. Survivors include her sons, Vernon "Buddy" (Patricia) Shepard and Scott Nervo; brother,...

Patricia Y. Gower, 74, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend to many peacefully passed away on December 6 after a long illness. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 54 years Dale E. Gower, brother Robert Miller, sisters JoAnn Sloan and MaryAnn Cooper. She is survived by son Michael, daughter Millie (Ed) Uhl, granddaughters Katie and...

Lloyd Andrew DengateLloyd Andrew Dengate, 52, of Akron, passed away December 4, 2010. Lloyd was born in Altoona, PA on February 13, 1958. He was a talented mechanic and an avid hunter, fisherman, and Steelers fan. Lloyd was preceded in death by his father, Charles Dengate, Jr. He will be deeply missed by his wife, Swania; mother, Ada Marie Dengate;...

Verica Konjovic, 61, passed away on December 5, 2010. She had been employed by Lembo's Italian Restaurant for the past 7 years. Verica enjoyed sewing and spending time with her family. Preceded in death by her husband, Mihaljo. Survivors include her daughters, Branislava Adkins and Val Konjovic;sons, Vasilije Konjovic, Branislav Palik, Goran Konjovic, and Slobodan (Anna) Konjovic; grandchildren, Natasha Hughes,...

Pauline M. Holloway (nee Corbin), 88, passed away on December 4, 2010. Preceded in death by her husband, Jesse W. Holloway, Sr.; daughter, Shelia Holloway; and grandson, Rhett Darago. Survivors include her sons, Bill (Vicki) Corbin and Jesse W. (Debi) Holloway, Jr.; daughters, Dorwina Darago and Deborah (Mark) Walkley; 10 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren. Special thanks to her loving caregiver, Debi...

Donald E. MaddenDonald E. Madden, 75, died peacefully at home on December 5, 2010 with his family by his side after a long, courageous battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his only son, Franklin Eugene. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Wanda. Aside from his wife, Don is survived by his daughters, Sherida...

Doris M. ManesDoris M. (Ross) Manes (nee Walkup). Doris went into the arms of her Heavenly Father on December 4, 2010. Doris was preceded in death by William Walkup, Charles Manes, and daughter, Patricia J. (Walkup) Lane. She leaves behind her daughter, Donna L. Walkup; and son, William Walkup (Rose); and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. Special thanks to Mary...

Daniel James SchlagenhauserDaniel James Schlagenhauser, 27, of Akron, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December 2, 2010. Daniel was born in Akron on March 17, 1983. He attended Waterloo High School where he played football. Daniel owned his own construction company and was a member of Community Baptist Temple. In his free time, he...

Sally GayAKRON – Sally Gay, 82, passed away December 4, 2010. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mildred & Marco Medjed; and her siblings, Marko Medjed, Branko Medjed, Dorothy Pape and Millie Medjed. She resided many years in Akron and was a faithful employee of A & P, Valu King and Giant Eagle supermarkets. She is survived by...

Liam Dolton BromallLiam Dolton Bromall, infant son of Charles T. Bromall and Katherine A. Troutman, passed away just a few short hours after his birth. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Sharon E. Troutman; and great-grandfather, Charles W. Graham. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his maternal grandfather, Richard L. Troutman; paternal grandparents, Paul S....