Bobby Lee Robbins, Sr.In Loving Memory OfBobby Lee Robbins, Sr., 62, passed away on May 7, 2010. Preceded in death by his parents, William Robbins, Sr. and Maybelle Damsa. Survivors include his wife, Janie; son, Bobby Lee Robbins, Jr.; daughter, Melissa (James) Rowan; sister, Shirley Robbins; brothers, William (Marge) Robbins and Dennis (April) Damsa; grandchildren, James Rowan, II and Elizabeth...

Marjorie R. PruceMarjorie R. Pruce, 89, of Tallmadge, passed away May 6, 2010 at the Hospice Care Center. She was born June 6, 1920 in McDonald, Ohio to the late Michael & Julia (Triplat) Krossman. Marjorie was a lifelong member of the Catholic faith and has attended Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church since moving to the area in 1957....

John MerrickJohn Merrick, 86, passed away on May 5, 2010. John was a retired Sergeant from the Akron Workhouse and Veteran of the US Army. He was a member of the Civilian Conservation Corps, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and a 32nd Degree Mason. Preceded in death by his first wife, Edith; and second wife, Virginia....

Kenneth Eugene SmelkoKenneth Eugene Smelko, 72, died on May 5, 2010, at Akron City Hospital after a 5 year courageous battle with cancer, following a massive heart attack. Born in Bellaire, OH to John A. Smelko and Gladys N. Seevers, on June 12, 1937. He attended Central High School and proudly served in the U.S. Air Force. He retired from...

Arnold C. MooreArnold C. Moore, 90, of Ellet, passed away on May 2, 2010. Arnold was born on May 31, 1919 and retired from Cornwell Tools. Preceded in death by his son, Gary Moore. Survivors include his beloved wife, Ruth, of 66 years; daughter, Connie Brooks; 3 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. Interment will take place at Hillside Memorial Park and...

Eugene D. FinkEugene D. Fink, 78, of Akron, Ohio passed onto eternal life on April 27, 2010. Eugene (Gene) was born on June 25, 1931 in Cleveland, Ohio to Max and Viola Fink. Gene was the previous owner of Son's Harley-Davidson in Akron and was the owner of several other business entities. He was a 32nd degree Mason, member of...

Silas S. Evans, Jr.Silas S. Evans, Jr., 79, went to be with the Lord on May 1, 2010. Silas was a veteran of the US Air Force. He took great pride in his work as a bus driver, having driven for Greyhound for 28 years. He retired from Metro Transit after 15 years of service, where he drove students from...

Paula M. SkowronskiPaula M. Skowronski, 52, of Mogadore, passed away April 29, 2010. Paula was born in Cleveland on August 14, 1957. She had many friends at the Ravenna WalMart. Paula was an avid gardener, baker, and an animal lover. She will be deeply missed by her children, Dawn Davis and Jeremy Skowronski; fiance, Jeffrey Rankin; parents, William and Mary...

Susan E. ShanksSusan E. Shanks, 56, of Akron, passed away April 29, 2010. Susan was born August 23, 1953 in Akron. She graduated from Revere High School and the Wooster College of Business. Susan was a member of the Akron Turner Club and enjoyed golfing and bowling. She was preceded in death by her father-in-law, Charles (Don) Shanks. She will...

Irene R. FilingIrene R. Filing, 77, passed away April 28, 2010. Irene was born May 19, 1932 in Akron to the late Philip and Mary (nee Sabetta) Filing. She was an avid fan of basketball and football and enjoyed spending time with Shaker. She will be missed by all who knew her. In addition to her parents, Irene was preceded...

Julianna HudacsekJulianna Hudacsek, 83, passed away on April 27, 2010. She was born on December 7, 1926 in Transylvania Romania/Hungary, and resided there until moving to Budapest in 1945. She later escaped from Hungary in November of 1956, during the Communist Revolution, eventually arriving in Cuyahoga Falls, OH in December of 1956. Julianna had been a resident of Suffield from...

Kathy A. HawleyKathy A. Hawley, 59, passed away on April 28, 2010. A memorial service will be held Sunday, 6 p.m. at Crossroads Bible Fellowship, 737 George Washington Blvd., Akron. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the children's scholarship fund at Crossroads Bible Fellowship. NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 330-784-3334.

Virginia BrustoskiVirginia Brustoski, 82, of Akron, passed away April 27, 2010. Virginia was born in Akron on February 17, 1928 to the late Ben and Anna Haliko. She graduated from East High School and married Stanley Brustoski on January 27, 1952. They were happily married until his death on November 14, 1997. Virginia was also preceded in death by her...

Kenneth W. "Ken" McHenry

Kenneth W. "Ken" McHenry, 62, passed away on April 26, 2010. Ken was a lifelong resident of the Akron/Tallmadge area and a graduate of North High School. He retired from the City of Akron after 38 years of service and was a member of Annunciation Catholic Church. Preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Juanita McHenry;...

Douglas E. Bowen, Sr.Douglas E. "Digger" Bowen, Sr., 56, passed away April 25, 2010. Preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Ruth Bowen. He is survived by his wife, Mary Munn-Bowen; son, Douglas E. (Jenn) Bowen, Jr.; grandsons, Parker and Kody Bowen; 4 sisters; 3 brothers; and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial gathering will take place Wednesday, April...

Kathi ShinnKathi Shinn, 55, passed away April 21, 2010 surrounded by her close family members. She attended the University of Akron, was an artist in many media including stained glass, and painting, and was an avid gardener. Kathi worked at Tribute, Inc. as a Tech Support Rep for 10 years. Preceded in death by her sister, Therese Gall. Kathi is...

Nancy Carol PledgerNancy Carol Pledger, 59, went to heaven to be with her loving parents, George & Goldie Pledger on April 21, 2010 after a long battle with cancer. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Mabel Hausch; niece, Jill Golech; and great-nephew, Jesse M. Golech. She is survived by her great-niece, Jenna R....

Lynwood S. HudkinsLynwood S. Hudkins, 83, of Mogadore, passed away April 16, 2010. Lynwood was born in Akron on July 19, 1926. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and retired from Goodyear. He was a member of the Mogadore VFW and the Army/Navy Club. Lynwood was preceded in death by his wife, Leona; parents, Lynwood and...

Ann McCauliffAnn McCauliff (nee Bocek), 91, has joined her husband Francis for eternal life on April 18, 2010. Ann was born in McKees Rocks, PA. She later moved to Steubenville, OH where she met and married her husband Francis. They both enjoyed many years in Martins Ferry, OH, then relocated to Akron. Ann retired from the JC Penny Co., and...

Margie E. Martin, 87, went to meet her Lord on April 19, 2010. Margie was born July 28, 1922 in Newark, Ohio. She graduated from West High School in Akron. She was a loving and giving wife, mother, aunt, grandmother, and great-grandmother, with a quick laugh and an even quicker wit. She was also active in the service of her...