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...

Mae Agnes (Robinson Coleman) WormaldEarly Saturday morning, February 19, 2011, Agnes made her peaceful journey home at the age of 104. Agnes was born in Marion, Kentucky on January 16, 1907, to the late John Franklin and Laura Ellen Robinson. She was preceded in death by her brother, Kenneth; her husband of 37 1/2 years, Carol Coleman; her husband of...

Leo M. TucholskiLeo M. Tucholski, 79, went home to be with Lord on February 22, 2011. He enjoyed spending time with his family, working in his garden, and helping out his grandsons. Leo was a hard worker, and he will be missed by many. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Myrna; children, Dan (Paula) Tucholski, and...

Dale Lee RunionDale Lee Runion, 80, of Akron, died peacefully at his home on Monday, February 21, 2011, surrounded by his family. Dale was born July 25, 1930 and lived his life in Akron. He retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber after 37 years and enjoyed his family and riding motorcycles. He was also a Navy veteran. He is survived...

Helen Vaughn, 90, passed away on February 21, 2011. Helen retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company. Preceded in death by her husband, Howard; son, Bobby. Survivors include daughters, Janet Wingard, Phyllis Grant, and Carol (Robert) Harp; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be held Thursday, 11 a.m. at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron. Family...

Charlene M. Cutlip, 56, went home to be with the Lord on February 21, 2011. Charlene attended Calvary Temple. She loved camping, spending time with her grandkids, going to church, and playing bingo. Preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Maxine Doepker; and sister, Sue Lowe. Survivors include her husband, Lester "Tiny" Cutlip; children, Pebbles Deal, Scotty (Emily) Flaker,...

Dale Stephen KlettlingerDale Stephen Klettlinger, 53, passed away peacefully on February 20, 2011 after a 3 year battle with Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma surrounded by his family at Akron City Hospital. He is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Mary Lou; children, Mark Stephen (Katy), Julie Anne and Michelle Lynn; precious grandson, Thane Andrew; parents, Louis and Evelyn Klettlinger; brother,...