Amanda L. Michael (Stemple), 32, passed away on November 9, 2010. Preceded in death by her parents, Glen and Susan Stemple. Survivors include her children, Dalton Michael, Kylee Tasker, and Raven Withrow; sisters, Suzie Wargo, Tammy (Todd) Fields, Misty Stemple and Joanne Stemple; brothers, Glen (Vicki) Stemple and Scott Stemple; fiancée, Donny Withrow; and many nieces and nephews. Calling hours...

Melvin "Pete" Asher Overdorf, 84, joined his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, November 8, 2010. His life of labor and love ended peacefully at home with his son and daughter-in-law. He was born June 10, 1926, in Jersey Shore, PA, to the late Asher and Edna (Bliler) Overdorf. Pete was a proud American and Navy veteran of World...

Vasudev Trikamlal SamtaniVasudev Trikamlal Samtani, of Ahmedabad, India, passed away suddenly on November 6th, 2010, in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. Mr. Samtani is survived by his wife, Meena, his son Om Samtani of Cuyahoga Falls, and daughter, Shirley Samtani of Ahmedabad, India.Mr. Samtani was a respected civil servant of the government of Gujarat, India and held several legal positions. He retired...

Gregory L. JonesGreg went home to be with the Lord on Nov 5th at 3:15 p.m., peacefully after a long illness with Lupus/Renal Kidney Failure. Greg was a 1982 graduate of Green High School and the JVS Career Center. He worked as a mechanic until 1987 when he became an owner/operator of his own truck, and father to their son,...

Donald A. Kuhn, Sr., age 78, of Ravenna, formerly of Oak Hill, passed away Friday, November 5, 2010 at his son's home with his family by his side. He was born March 5, 1932 in Oak Hill, Ohio to the late Albert and Pauline (Clark) Kuhn. He is survived by two daughters, Wanda Pauline Kuhn of Akron, Ohio, and Connie...

Dennis E. BakerDennis E. Baker, 59, passed away at El Nino on November 6, 2010. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Mary Baker. Dennis is survived by his sons, Jesse (Jessica) Baker, Chip, and Chad; grandsons, Jacob and Colton Baker; and siblings, Ronnie and Jerry Baker, Patricia Harper, Nancy Pfromm, Sandra Biggie, and Pamela Stow. Cremation...

Laverle E. YoderLaverle E. Yoder, 92, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away November 4, 2010. Laverle was born on September 7, 1918. An accomplished singer, she performed with the Akron Chapter of the Sweet Adelines, the Akron Symphony Chorus, the Cuyahoga Falls Grandmas and Grandpas, and the Cuyahoga Falls Community Chorus. Laverle was a lifetime member of Stow Community Church where...

Evelyn R. LawsonEvelyn R. Lawson, 64, of Franklin Township, passed away November 3, 2010 at Akron City Hospital. She was born August 25, 1946 in Charleston, West Virginia to the late Thomas W. & Beulah Mae (Bail) Martin. Evelyn worked as a nurse for 42 years at Summa Health Systems. She always put others first and was a devoted wife...

Sam Mitchell, Jr., 89, passed away on November 2, 2010. He was born in Clinton, TN on January 10, 1921, and lived in the Akron area most of his life. He was a member of the Miller Ave. United Church of Christ. Sam retired in 1986 from General Motors Chevrolet Plant in Parma, OH. He was a member of the...

Patricia Ann AlbanesePatricia Ann Albanese (nee Bean), 75, passed away November 2, 2010 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on February 8, 1935 in Akron, Ohio, and attended Ellet and St. Vincent/St. Mary's High Schools. Patricia was a Den Mother for the Boy Scouts, and taught CCD for 10 years at St. Peter's of the Field Church. She...

Geraldine M. Tucker (nee Breiding)Gerry Tucker, 93, passed away November 2, 2010. She was a resident of Heather Knoll Nursing Home, and was also a member of Christ the King Church. Gerry was known for her pies, crafts, and her love of bingo. She was preceded in death by her husband, John. Gerry is survived by her children, John (Sandy)...

Gladys M. Boyer, 75, of Akron, passed away November 2, 2010 at Hospice Care Center. She was born October 10, 1935 in Akron, Ohio to the late Willie & Stella (Jarvis) Shamblin. Gladys was a devoted mother, grandmother and friend. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ron Boyer. She is survived by her...

Harold K. Triplett, 55, passed away on October 31, 2010. Preceded in death by his parents, Bascum and Helen; grandparents, Joseph and Mana McMullen. Survivors include his wife, Susan; brother, Brooks; and several friends. Calling hours will be Friday, 5-8 p.m. at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the...

Ralph E. Grigsby, 76, passed away on October 29, 2010, after a long illness. Ralph served with the US Army from 1954 to 1956 and retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. after over 30 years of service. Preceded in death by his parents, John and Naomi; wife, Evelyn "Jeri"; great-granddaughter, Haillie Ashley; and brothers, Leland and Lawrence. Survivors include...

Harry C. Jones was born in Harlan Co. Kentucky on December 13, 1935 to Mossie Sue Bennet and Harry C. Jones, Sr. He moved to Akron, Ohio at the age of 9. He met the love of his life, Deloris George in school, and they were married November 14, 1953. They raised 5 children—Gary, Debbie, Greg, Jeff and Mitch. He...

Joyce R. (Pizzoferrato) Peets (nee Shomo), 81, passed away on October 29, 2010. She was born on March 16, 1929 in Junior, WV, to the late Denver and Freda Shomo. Joyce was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church and enjoyed crocheting. She was a beautician and managed Davison Beauty Supply in Fairfax, Virginia. In addition to her parents, she...

Earl R. TurleyEarl R. Turley, 85, of Akron, passed away October 29, 2010. Earl was born February 17, 1925 in Rutledge, Tennessee. Earl was a very hard worker. In 1963, he opened E & L Rubbish and he retired in 1985. Earl was a member of the Croatian Club and the Wolf Ledges Club. In his free time, he enjoyed...

Betty Lou McGuire MagounDec. 27, 1928-October 28, 2010Betty Lou Magoun of Akron, Ohio died peacefully Thursday morning October 28th, 2010 at Akron General Hospital with her family. Betty was born December 27, 1928 in Charleston, West Virginia to the late Thomas McGuire and Vesta Casto McGuire. She was preceded in death by her sister, Mary McGuire Fite and her grandson...

Melvin Wallace Kimberlin, 80, of Akron, passed away October 27, 2010 at Akron General Medical Center. He was born February 15, 1930 in Jordan Mines, Virginia to the late George & Lora (Bess) Kimberlin. Melvin loved his country and proudly served in the U.S. Air Force. He later worked for General Tire as a Supervisor. He was a Christian man...

Wayne H. Calcamp, 88, passed away on October 25, 2010. Wayne was born in Horseshoe Run, WV on December 16, 1921, to the late Gus and Lura Calcamp. He was a veteran of WWII, having served with the US Army. Wayne retired from M. B. Guran after 25 years of service and was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church. He...