Carla Marie MihalyCarla Marie Mihaly, 48, passed away Sept. 7, 2010. She is survived by her children, Crystal (Kyle) Olsen, and Stephen Mihaly; grandson, Landin Xavier; father, Lloyd (Sherry) King; mother, Thelma B. King; siblings, Beth (Boone) Sponaugle, Roy King, Kenneth (Tammy) King, Charles King, and Lloyd King, Jr. and family; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and mega friends;...

James I. Norris "Jimbo"Jimbo passed away September 6, 2010. He was born February 8, 1965 in St. Petersburg, Florida. He will always be remembered for his big heart and generosity. Jimbo goes on to join his grandmother, Irene King; uncle, Jimmy King; cousin, Melissa Beagle; and other family members. He will be deeply missed by mother, Jane (Robert) Fetty; father,...

Alma M. LaClair, 92, passed away on September 4, 2010. She was born on May 11, 1918 to the late George and Maude Frund. Alma was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend to all and will be dearly missed. She was preceded in death by her husband, John A. LaClair. Survivors include her daughters, Judy (Frank) Jones, Mona...

Tina Marie Bordonaro, age 25, beloved daughter of Don and Kim, passed away on September 4, 2010. Preceded in death by uncle, David; and cousin, Johnny Bordonaro. She leaves her only son, whom she cherished, Ty Burton, and his father Tradale; grandparents, Connie and Joe Donofrio, Joann Johnson, Richard Knight, and Donald Bordonaro; uncles, Richard (Barbara), John (Ronda); aunt, Jodi...

Sara J. FrockSara J. "Sally" Frock, 65, went home to be with the Lord on Sept. 1, 2010 surrounded by her loving family. Sally was born and raised in Tennessee, and has been a resident of the Akron area for the last 42 years. She loved to be with, and take care of, her children and grandchildren, and was a...

Ernest E. GayErnest E. Gay, 59, passed away Sept. 2, 2010. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. Ernest is preceded in death by his wife of 30 years, Donna (Gail); and sister, Jeannie. He is survived by his children, Wanda (Bill) Dyser, and Justin (Heather) Gay; grandchildren, Matt and Tyler; sister, Janet (Bud) Nash; brother, Ernie (Jean)...

Gary Mark Phillips, 51, passed away unexpectedly on August 30, 2010. He was preceded in death by his father, Franklin L. Phillips; and brother, Mike Phillips. Survivors include his mother, Barbara Phillips; brother, Frank (Janet) Phillips; sisters, Sandra (Alfred) Alwine and Cheryl (Larry) Leavitt; and many nephews, nieces, great-nephews and great-nieces. The family would like to thank the staff at...

Alice E. HolmanAlice E. Holman, 73, of Akron, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on August 27, 2010. She was born in Akron on May 26, 1937 to the late Benjamin and Thomasine Pope. Alice was a very loving person and enjoyed spending time with family and friends. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in...

Reva J. CoxReva J. Cox, 79, of Uniontown, passed away August 30, 2010 at Akron City Hospital. She was born November 13, 1930 in Charleston, WV. Reva was preceded in death by her husband, Alva W. Cox; parents, Roy & Nora (Light) Kessinger; daughters, Peggy L. Kinsel and Billie L. Foltz. She is survived by her daughter, Vanessa D. (Homer)...

Steven R. Gerhart, Sr. (Uncle Buck)Steven R. Gerhart, Sr., 70, of Tallmadge, passed away August 28, 2010. He was a truck driver and retired from Connection after over 20 years of service. After retirement, he was a bus driver for Midway Lanes. He was preceded in death by his father, Gus; mother, Thelma; brother, Harry; aunts, uncles, nephews, and two...

Rhonda L. Zeno (nee Barton), 39, passed away on August 28, 2010. She was born on October 3, 1970 to Ronald and Jackie Barton. Rhonda was a very helpful and generous person. She was everyone's shoulder to cry on. Rhonda loved spending time with her family. Preceded in death by her grandparents, William and Emma Buchanan, Richard and Mabel Barton;...

James John LewisJames John Lewis, 61, went home to be with his parents, Charles and Helen Lewis, on August 27, 2010. He was a decorated Vietnam Veteran, Bronze Star recipient, and retired from the Kansas City, MO Police Department. James was a member of the Polish Legion of American Veterans Post #32, and he loved life very much. He is...

Loris J. ScottLoris J. "Slick" Scott, 70, passed away to be with the Lord on August 27, 2010. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed his hunting and fishing. Loris was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Luann; children, Wendy (Timothy) Moneypenny, Lisa (Thomas) Clements, and Eric Scott; grandchildren, Timothy...

Michael B. AllowayMichael B. Alloway, 57, passed away August 27, 2010 surrounded by his loving family. He was an avid fisherman, and enjoyed watching motor sports. Michael was preceded in death by his father, Bruce F. Alloway, Jr. He is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Mary; daughter, Michelle (Shawn) Jones; son, Michael Alloway; 2 grandchildren; mother, Helen...

Mary Kathleen WatkinsMary K. "Kathy" Watkins, 52, beloved daughter, sister and aunt went to be with the Lord on August 27, 2010 after a long, courageous battle with cancer. She was a lifelong resident of Akron, a graduate of Ellet High School and a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church. She was retired from Akron General Medical Center (AGMC) after...

James C. Hawkins02-17-1922 to 08-27-2010 James C. Hawkins, passed away at the Hospice Center on Ridgewood Road. He is survived by his wife, Eva; sons, Gary, Doug, Paul, Tom, and Jeff; daughters, Nancy and Susan; 13 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. There will be no calling hours. Services at 11 am, Wednesday, Sept.1. at Ohio Western Reserve...

Idris J. BarwickIdris J. Barwick, 45, of Mesa, Arizona, formerly from Springfield Township, Ohio, passed away August 20, 2010. He was born June 2, 1965 in Malaca, Malaysia. At 18 years of age, he received his pilot's license. Idris served in the U.S. Marine Corps. After leaving the Marine Corps, he worked for Mesa Airlines as a Station Manager. He...

Clarice S. Shaffstall, 79, passed away on August 26, 2010. She was born in Tolfree, MI on September 21, 1930. She graduated from Ontonagon High School in Ontonogan, MI in 1947 and attended South Middlesex Secretarial School in Framingham, Mass in the evening division from 1948 to 1950. Clarice graduated from the University of Akron, Magna Cum Laude in 1974....

Wilma M. BergerWilma M. Berger, 98, of Springfield Township, passed away August 26, 2010 at Barberton Citizens Hospital. She was born April 25, 1912. Wilma was a wonderful mother and grandmother and hard worker. Preceded in death by her husband, Wilbur G. Berger. She is survived by one daughter, Janet Szakal; three sons, Douglas (Jeannette), Charles (Elvie) and Richard (Carol)...

Elmer Johnson, Jr.Elmer Johnson, Jr., 79, went home to be with the Lord on August 25, 2010. He passed away peacefully after a short, but courageous, battle with cancer. Elmer served his country in the U.S. Army, and then served the Akron public for over 55 years as an employee of the U.S. Postal Service and the Akron Beacon Journal....