Suzanne Maria CritesSuzanne Maria Crites, 52, of Wadsworth, passed away February 10, 2010. Suzanne was born in Akron on September 14, 1957. She worked as a cook at Alexandres Restaurant for the past several years. In her free time, she enjoyed working with flowers, walking, and playing with her dogs. Suzanne was preceded in death by her mother, Elaine Smith....

Mary E. BakerMary E. Baker, 98, longtime resident of Suffield, passed away on February 10, 2010 at KentRidge at Golden Pond. She was born March 8, 1911 in Akron to the late Charles E. and Laura (Shenkel) Brown. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Frank S. and William S. Brown, and in 1995, by her husband of 62...

Margaret "Mickie" CockrellMargaret "Mickie" Cockrell, 74, passed away on February 6, 2010. Mickie retired from General Motors and was a member of St. Matthew Church. Preceded in death by her husband, Robert; daughter, Patricia; and sister, Coletta Keppler. Survivors include daughters, Terri Cockrell and Jeanne Marshall; sons, Robert, Jeff, and Rick Cockrell; grandchildren, Joe, Brandy, Nick, Nicole, Rob, and Dan;...

Charlotte L. MarrCharlotte L. Marr, 86, of Akron, passed away February 8, 2010. She was born August 9, 1923 in Clinton, Tennessee. She was preceded in death by her sons, Robert and Eldon Marr. She will be deeply missed by her children, Lee Marr, Tom Marr, Joe Marr, Barb Moore, Margaret Smith, and Bette Marr; eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren....

Thomas E. MitchellThomas E. Mitchell, 67, of Akron, passed away on February 6, 2010. Preceded in death by his father, Bart Holcomb and brother, Dennis Holcomb. He is survived by his loving wife Linda of 48 years; daughter, Carrie (Jim) Bellissimo; son, Troy Mitchell; sisters, Susan (Al) Long and Carole (Flloyd) Radford; 6 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. The family would...

John Paul Jones, Jr.John Paul Jones, Jr., 58 years young, passed away suddenly on February 5, surrounded by his family that loved him. He was born August 28, 1951. He lived in Akron all of his life and graduated from East High School in 1969. He was a tire pattern model maker for 30 years. He helped design the first...

Pauline M. BogovichPauline M. Bogovich, 94, passed away January 30, 2010. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother, and always helped other people. Pauline was preceded in death by her loving husband of 50 years, Joseph M. Bogovich, Sr. She is survived by her children, Joseph (Linda) Bogovich, Jr., Julianne Bogovich, and Frank Bogovich; grandchildren, Paula Bogovich, Mary Jo Dressel,...

Timothy Allen KehringToday, my husband, Tim, softly left this life for another to be with God's angels. He waits for me to continue our journey again. Tim was a special child who was adopted by Jack & Ida (Gorham) Kehring of Akron, Ohio. He was a longtime resident of Akron along with his wife, Ruth and their two special ones,...

Donald P. VillersDonald P. Villers, 73, passed away on February 2, 2010. Donald served with the US Army and retired from the City of Akron. He is survived by his sister, Emogene (William) Rundel; brother, Robert; and several nieces and nephews. Calling hours will be Friday, 5-7 p.m. at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron, OH 44305. To...

Marvin G. Perdew, Sr.Marvin G. Perdew, Sr., 76, passed away February 2, 2010 after a long illness. He was born in Eunice, WV on December 12, 1933 to the late Holbert & Margaret (Bandy) Perdew. Marvin had been living in the Akron area for 46 years and 5 years ago moved to N. Canton OH. He was a long distance...

Priscilla L. ShafferPriscilla L. Shaffer, 63, the most wonderful mom in the world, came to be at peace after a hard fought battle with cancer on Sunday January 31, 2010. She was loved dearly by her family and friends. Priscilla worked hard all of her life, helped friends and family when in need and was trusted and respected by all...

Richard R. WiseRichard R. Wise, 73, of Akron, passed away January 30, 2010. He was born April 9, 1936 in Barberton, Ohio. He worked hard throughout his life and had many careers. He worked for General Tire, owned several businesses, and worked as a carpenter. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Minnie Wise and several brothers...

Wayne G. MeierWayne G. Meier, 76, was born on April 29, 1933 and passed away on January 31, 2010. He was preceded in death by 10 siblings. Survivors include his wife, Linda; children, Donald, Nita, Tina, Lee Ann, Danny, Jodi, Billy, Bo, and Luke; sister, Elaine (Don) Wymer; brother, Jimmy (Gayle); and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. A funeral...

William J. InghamWilliam "Willie" J. Ingham, 80, went home to be with the Lord on January 30, 2010 after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was born in Pottstown, PA, and retired from General Tire & Rubber. Willie was a veteran of the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. He was active in Patterson Park Senior Singers, enjoyed playing the...

George M. Shepherd, Jr.George M. Shepherd, Jr., 70, passed away on January 26, 2010. George had served with the US Marine Corps from 1959-1962 and retired from Timet Metals in Toronto, OH after 40 years of service. George was very involved in the lives of his grandchildren and was a member of the Marine Corps Club in Weirton, WV. He...

Jackson L. HagenbaughJackson L. Hagenbaugh, 78, went home to be with the Lord on January 26, 2010 surrounded by his loving family to join his wife, Margaret, one day after what would have been their 56th wedding anniversary. He was a member of the Akron Baptist Temple for over 30 years. Jack was a veteran of the U.S. Navy serving...

Steven G. StachowiakSteven G. Stachowiak, 61, of Tallmadge, passed away on January 27, 2010. He was born in Akron on January 14, 1949. He received services through Ardmore for many years and was currently employed by REM. Steve and his wife Mary enjoyed going to Tasty Restaurant on weekends. He will be deeply missed by his wife of 27 years,...

Ellen Ekmark WilliamsEllen Ekmark Williams, 54, passed away January 26, 2010. She was a very artistic person, and she loved children, animals, fishing, motorcycles, flowers, and travelling. Preceded in death by her brother, Dane Ekmark. Ellen is survived by her loving husband, Tom; parents, Esther and David Ekmark; sister, Lavern Ekmark; uncles, Guy and Harold Hawk and family; numerous loving...

Glenna Ruth DavisGlenna Ruth Davis, 85, of Lakemore, passed away January 26, 2010 at Pebble Creek Senior Care Residence. Glenna was born in Phico, West Virginia on August 19, 1924. She was a longtime member of the Community Gospel Tabernacle and more recently a member of Lakeview Lighthouse Church. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Luther N....

Glen WilleyGlen Willey, 95, passed away January 25, 2010. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Joanne Cockerham; and son, David Willey. Glen is survived by his loving wife of 72 years, Mary; daughter, Judy Wilson of WI, and daughter-in-law, Helen Willey; 9 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren with one more on the way. He retired from Goodyear after 36...