Robert E. McAbee, 79, passed away on December 20, 2010. Robert served with the US Marines during the Korean Conflict. He was a lifelong member of the American Legion and the VFW. He leaves behind to mourn him, the mother of his children, Evelyn; sons, Robert, Jr. (Sherri), Steven, Gregory (Julie); daughters, Deborah (Thomas) McDowell, Donna (Frank) Palcko, Pamela (Timothy)...

Harry R. HowardHarry R. Howard, 80, of Medina, passed away December 19, 2010. He was born in Pittsburgh, PA on February 8, 1930 to the late Harry "Bucky" and Mildred "Dee" Howard. He proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. As a chemical engineer, Harry was a pioneer in the rotational molding industry. He retired from both...

Earl J. Morris, 71, passed away on December 20, 2010. Earl served with the US Navy during the Cuban conflict. He retired from General Motors after 28 years of service. Earl was a member of the VFW and the American Legion. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing. Preceded in death by his parents, David and Lucy Morris; and son, Eric....

Helen Moynell Berger, 79, of Akron, OH, passed away on December 19, 2010. She was born on November 30, 1931 in New Martinsville, WV, to William and Ida Belle Stoneking. Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Ross Berger, Sr.; her parents; 3 brothers, Kenneth, Bill, and Paul Stoneking. She is survived by daughters, Madelyn (Rick) Diefendorf, Linda (Jimmie)...

Harold W. HolcombHarold W. Holcomb, 69, passed away December 15, 2010 with his wife and son at his side. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. Harold is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Aileson; children, Harold (Veronica) Holcomb and Marlene (Rick) Carpenter; grandchildren, Joe, Jim, and John Holcomb, and Misty and Ashley Carpenter; mother, Louise Holcomb;...

Vince Mealy Vince Mealy, 49, of Springfield Township, passed away December 15, 2010. He was born in Akron on November 28, 1961 and was a lifelong resident of Springfield Twp. Vince graduated from Springfield High School and earned his Master's degree in Exercise Physiology from the University of Akron. His previous employers include the Akron Area YMCA, Akron General Wellness...

Beulah M. Kinney, 90, went home to be with the Lord on December 16, 2010. Beulah was a member of Trinity Gospel Temple in Canton. Survivors include her daughters, Barbara Troyer, Sheila Gergye, and Debra Ledsom; sons, George (Lori), Rodney, Ronald, Gregory (Diana); sister, Lorena (Paul) Miller; 18 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; 7 great-great-grandchildren. Calling hours will be Monday, 10 a.m....

Marvin ComptonMarvin Compton, 87, of Akron, passed away December 15, 2010. He was born in Grundy, VA on March 25, 1923 to the late John and Alice Compton. Marvin retired from Firestone Tire and Rubber after 37 years of service. He was a member of AARP and First Apostolic Pentecostal Church in Tallmadge. In his free time, he enjoyed gardening,...

Valdia G. ShorbValdia G. Shorb (nee Young), 92, went home to be with the Lord on December 14, 2010. She was a life long member of the Springfield Church of the Brethren where she served as a Sunday School Teacher, a deacon, choir member, youth counselor and many other functions. Valdia was preceded in death by her husband of 65...

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,...