Joseph ArmocidaJoseph Armocida, 76, of Akron, passed away May 19, 2010. He was born in Sioux City, Iowa on November 22, 1933. Joseph was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Victoria and brother, John. He will be deeply missed by his wife of 54 1/2 years, Shaaron; children, Joseph (Cindi), Susan (Michael) Demeter, and James (Mellisa); sister, Betty...

Gary L. Robinson, Sr.Gary L. Robinson, Sr., 49, passed away May 14, 2010. He will be missed by many. Gary is survived by his children, Kelly (Matt) Wolfe, Gary (Meagan) Robinson, Jr., and Amy (Jim) Fichtner; sister, Margie; brother, Jamie; and 8 grandchildren. A visitation will be held Tuesday, May 18, from 10 to 11 am at Newcomer Funeral Home,...

Mary Lou BrownMary Lou Brown, 86, passed away on May 14, 2010. Mary Lou was a very creative person. She loved carpentry and made the very best cheesecakes. She also loved her cats. Preceded in death by her husband, Robert H. Brown, Sr.; son, Robert H. Brown, Jr.; and daughter, Rebecca Brown. Survivors include son, Richard (Cathy) Brown; daughter, Ruth...

Gertrude Jane PapineauGertrude "Jane" Papineau, born June 13, 1916, went home to be with the Lord on May 13, 2010. Jane was preceded in death by her parents, Jessie and Norman Baugh; husband, Raymond Papineau; and sons, Wayne Miller, and Bruce Papineau. She is survived by her son Ralph (Flora) Miller of Bear Lake, PA; daughters, Ann (Cliff) Laser of...

Ruby Lorrayne LukeRuby Lorrayne Luke, 72, passed away May 14, 2010 surrounded by her loved ones. She was a loving wife and mother, was loved by anyone that met her, and was a God loving woman. Ruby was an active member of the Mogadore Christian Church. She was survived by her loving husband of 45 years, Bradley; son, Michael (fiancé,...

Jean Anne HarnappJean Anne Harnapp, 52, passed away on May 9, 2010. She was preceded in death by her father, Jack W. McIntyre; and brother, Jack McIntyre. Survivors include her husband of 17 years, Verl S. Harnapp; mother, Naomi L. White; daughter, Dana M. Harnapp; and sister, Jill (Dan) Dauphers. Calling hours will be TODAY, 3-6 p.m. at NEWCOMER FUNERAL...

Doris I. BryanDoris I. Bryan, 84, passed away on Sunday, May 9, 2010, with family and friends at her bedside. Dors had great love for her family and church. She was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Ravenna, where she was recognized for 50 years of service as church organist. She played at many members' wedding and later...

Tabitha Nicole "Tabby" McKenzieTabitha Nicole "Tabby" McKenzie, 20, was blessed with the freedom to breathe easy on May 13, 2010. Tabby loved animals, especially dolphins and her precious kittens that she helped bring into the world. She also loved music, singing, and drawing. Tabby had a very generous heart and would do anything to help others. She was preceded in...

Ray Wade, Jr.Ray "Pops" Wade, Jr., 85, went home to be with the Lord on May 13, 2010. Ray was a World War II veteran serving in the U.S. Marine Corps, and was a life member of the Army-Navy Union and the Airport VFW. He retired from PPG Industries after 48 years of service, and attended the Barberton Church of...

James V. Mondello, Jr.James V. Mondello, Jr., 64, passed away May 11, 2010 surrounded by his loving family. A life long resident of the Akron area, he served in the U.S. Army, and retired from Goodyear Tire & Rubber after 40 years of service. James was an avid fisherman, hunter, and loved to work in his garden. James is preceded...

Robert J. Banar, 94, of Akron, passed away May 10, 2010 at his residence.He was born August 31, 1915 to the late Robert and Agnes (Stefanick) Banar. He leaves his wife, Emily, a former Lieutenant in the United States Army, to whom he was happily married for over 60 years. He was an employee of Goodyear Tire & Rubber and...

Connie J. MurphyConnie J. Murphy, 68, passed away on May 9, 2010. She was born in Akron, OH on October 20, 1941 to the late Glen and Amelia Bousher. Connie was a 1960 graduate of East High School. She was a member of Visitation of Mary Catholic Church and served on the board at St. Thomas Hospital for 20 years....

Betty Ellen StoynoffBetty Ellen Stoynoff, 82, of Akron, passed away May 11, 2010. Betty was born May 25, 1927 in Washington, Pennsylvania. She was a loving mother and grandmother and will be missed by all who knew her. Betty was preceded in death by her husband, George and son, Philip. She is survived by her daughters, DeAnna (Skip) Weidman and...

Dale CantrellDale Cantrell passed away Monday, May 10, 2010 surrounded by loved ones. He accepted death with grace and dignity. He was born November 28, 1953 and resided in Akron his entire life. He was a graduate of North High School and was retired from Davies Can Company. He was the former owner and operator of The Touch of Class...

Marlys R. (Ball) MollohanMarlys R. (Ball) Mollohan, 70, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2010, with her children by her side. She was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Josephine Sorenson; and sister, Pauline Thunborg. She is survived by her loving husband, Frank Mollohan; and devoted children, Charlene (David) Corbin and Scott Ball; loving grandchildren, Stacey and Stephanie...

Thomas C. "Tom" TateTom Tate, 46, of Tallmadge, passed away May 9, 2010. He was born June 15, 1963 in Akron to the late Olin and Lee Tate. Tom was a project manager and was employed with Scott Process Systems Inc. for 25 years. In his free time, he enjoyed riding his Harley with his wife, vacationing with his sister...

Clyde M. HensleyClyde M. "Junior" Hensley, 62, passed away May 8, 2010 surrounded by his loving family. He was a long time resident of Akron, then moved to live in Kimbolton. Junior was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving in Vietnam. Preceded in death by his son, Clyde M. Hensley, III. He is survived by his loving wife of...

Mae Elizabeth Monaghan (nee Shrader)Mae Elizabeth Monaghan, 92, passed away May 8, 2010. She was born in Tazewell, Virginia on September 20, 1917 and moved to Akron, Ohio in 1951. She worked for Goodyear Tire and Rubber and then Polsky's from 1960-1978. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph A. Monaghan, Sr. and daughter, Mary Ann Monaghan. She...

Christ Arthur KoloniarChrist Arthur "Art" Koloniar, 77, passed away May 8, 2010 at the Traditions Nursing Home on Bath Rd. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in Korea, and he received a Purple Heart. Art was a union plasterer for over 50 years, and was a member of Plasterer's Local #109. He was a 32nd degree Mason...

Alice T. Rauckhorst (nee Fuerst)Alice T. Rauckhorst, 73, of Akron, passed away May 6, 2010. Alice was born May 1, 1937 in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Andrew and Mary Fuerst. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Holy Name High School. Alice had a love of the fine arts and taught her children to appreciate culture and education. She was...