Mary Clarenda Catlett (nee Cook)Mary C. Catlett, 97, of Akron, passed away January 31, 2011. She was born in Buffalo, Ohio on August 29, 1913 to the late Ray and Audrey Cook. She was a credit manager for the Goodyear Service Store for 25 years. Mary was a member of Emmanuel United Church of Christ. She was an avid baseball...

Irmtrud F. Davisson "Trudi", passed away on January 30, 2011. Trudi was born in Schweinfurt, Germany on January 2, 1940. She was a wonderful and loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Trudi enjoyed cooking, gardening, canning and loved music. She worked for and was good friends with Mary Sergi and family for 30 years. Trudi was preceded in death by her...

Arthur L. Kaltenborn, Jr. was born in Oakdale, PA on October 12, 1913 to Arthur and Effie Bower Kaltenborn. He was the second of three children. His siblings, Ethel Kaltenborn Muntz and John D. Kaltenborn preceded him in death. Arthur graduated from Langley High School in Pittsburgh, PA and from the College of Wooster. After college he served a year...

Vickie W. Jakob, 61, passed away on January 29, 2011. Vickie was a member of Gospel Crusaders Church and enjoyed spending time with her family, animals, and collecting knick-knacks. Survivors include her husband, Donald, of 24 years; daughter, Betty (Dale) Belknap; sons, Wade (Cassandra) Ross and Ward Ross; sister, Valerie; brothers, Virgil, Victor, and Vance; 10 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren. Calling...

Kathleen Margaret (Kay) Cummings (nee Oberhauser)Kathleen passed away in her home, January 28, 2011 surrounded by all of her children after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. Born January 30, 1924 in Massillon, Ohio to Leo and Elizabeth Oberhauser. She was survived by six loving children: Gayle Slusser of Canton, OH, Cynthia Loudin of Canton, OH, Joni Loudin of...

Audrey M. MooreAudrey M. Moore, 82, went home to be with the Lord on January 27, 2011. She was a member of the Arlington Church of the Nazarene, and the Shepherd Church of the Nazarene Prayer and Praise Seniors Group. Audrey was preceded in death by her husband, Clifford Moore; and son, Victor Moore. She is survived by her daughters,...

Gene E. BurdeshawGene E. Burdeshaw, 79, of Akron, passed away January 25, 2011. He was born in Akron on December 16, 1931 to the late Carey and Eula Burdeshaw. Gene served in the U.S. Air Force and retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber. He enjoyed spending time with his family and will always be remembered as the best dad, grandpa,...

Susan J. Thompson, 57, passed away on January 26, 2011. Susan was a lover of nature, animals, and music. She enjoyed taking care of her pet ratties and was a very sentimental, kind-hearted person. She leaves behind her daughter, Christina A. Thompson and many beloved friends to be with her mother and sister. Cremation has taken place and there will...

Gerald E. FargoGerald (Jerry) Eugene Fargo, 80, of Jackson Township passed away on January 24th, 2011 due to a sudden illness. Jerry was born on October 4, 1930 in Akron, Ohio to the late Edward and Geneva Fargo. Jerry retired from the Defense Language Institute of the Presidio of Monterey. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death...

Magdaline M. "Maggie" Hildebrand, 85, passed away on January 25, 2011. She was born in Cambria County, Pennsylvania on June 8, 1925, to the late Maxamillian and Marie Price. Maggie enjoyed gardening and working around the house. She had worked as a waitress at Indiana University of Pennsylvania and later at Goodyear. In addition to her parents, she was preceded...

Doris M. CoxDoris M. Cox, 80, of Stow, passed away January 24, 2011. Doris was born in Akron on March 15, 1930 to the late Howard and Edith Hayes. In her free time, she enjoyed bingo and spending time with her family. Doris was preceded in death by her husband, James R. Cox; grandson, Michael Cox; and brother, John "Jack"...

Gary R. Thompson, 61, passed away on January 24, 2011. Gary had been employed at Newell Rubbermaid. He also enjoyed fixing things. Survivors include his parents, George and Naomi; loving wife, Rose; sons, Richard, Rusty (Mary), Kevin (Katie), Adam, Joey, and Roger; brothers, Terry (Karen) and Rusty (Cindy); 3 grandchildren; and his buddy, Cooper. Cremation has taken place. A memorial...

Mary L. BennettMary L. Bennett, 81, of Springfield Twp., went to be with the Lord on January 22, 2011. She was born in Akron on December 6, 1929. She graduated as salutatorian from Central High School where she was a member of the Honor Society and the newspaper editor. She also earned the Science Cup and the Womanhood Cup. Mary...

Bette L. Floto, 86, of Copley, passed away January 21, 2011. She was born in Akron on August 16, 1924 to the late Paul and Opal Carr. She graduated from West High School in 1942. Bette lived in Columbus for many years and worked for numerous physicians there. She and her husband, Bernard moved to Florida in the mid-1970s. They...

Colleen S. PaughColleen S. Paugh, 69, passed away January 19, 2011 in the arms of her family at home after a brief illness. Thank you for the wonderful memories. We will cherish you forever. Colleen was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Lena Baldwin; and daughter, Brenda S. Arnett. She is survived by her loving husband of 16...

Gregoria Labarta TorisGregoria Labarta Toris, 80, passed away January 18, 2011. She was born in Ena, Spain, and was a member of St.Bernard-St.Mary Church for 30 years. Gregoria was preceded in death by her parents, Felipe and Emilia Labarta; and siblings, Joaquina, Soledad, Lourdes, Basilio, and Juan Labarta. She is survived by children, Sebastian, Oscar, and Lourdes; godson, Edgar Cantera;...

David Lee BurkettDavid Lee Burkett, 68, of Brimfield, passed away due to complications from Huntington's Disease on January 17, 2011. David was born October 10, 1942 in Portsmouth, Virginia to the late George and Maxine Burkett. David retired from Karg Incorporated in Tallmadge after 36 years of service. In his free time, he enjoyed fishing, camping, and attending auctions. In...

ELLET—On January 18, 2011, Raymond E. Harp, Jr., 58 years, left this earth to be reunited with his parents, Ray and Juanita Harp, in their heavenly home. He graduated from Ellet High School and then served time in the US Army during the Vietnam War. He enjoyed watching the Cleveland Indians and Browns. When able, he loved to fish, cook,...

Richard Lee KnightRichard Lee Knight, 80, passed away January 11, 2011. He was born in Richwood, WV on August 30, 1930 to the late Lloyd and Madge Knight. He proudly served in the National Guard and the U.S. Army. Richard was an avid car enthusiast and he loved all animals. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother,...

William J. "Bill" Deitch, 74, passed away on January 16, 2011. Bill was born in Akron on January 12, 1937 to the late Martin and Ruth Deitch. He served with the US Air Force and retired from General Tire and Rauh Rubber. Bill enjoyed boating, fishing, water skiing and gardening. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death...