Frank VentiFrank Venti, 73, passed away on December 14, 2009. Frank had served with the US Army from 1955 to 1957. He was a member of New Apostolic Church and retired from PI Trucking after 21 years of service. Preceded in death by his sister and brother-in-law Josephine and Forrest Sparks. Survivors include his loving wife Irene, of 3 ½...

Barbara J. Hamrock-AbshireBarbara J. Hamrock-Abshire, June 14, 1928 – Dec. 14, 2009. She was a very loving wife, mother, and the worlds greatest grandmother. She is survived by her daughter, Lynda (Bernie) Hammond; 2 grandsons, William (Jeni) and Rickey (Chasta) Lee, Jr.; 10 great-grandchildren, Joseph, Jacob, Brett, Jalynne, Andrew, Kody, Austin, Michael, Destiny and Emily; and dear friends, Linda and...

Shirley L. McCulleyShirley L. McCulley, 73, passed away on December 11, 2009. Shirley was a very devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She was a very generous person, always giving from the heart. She will be fondly remembered by all who knew her as having a "heart of gold." Preceded in death by her husband, Ralph H. W. McCulley; parents,...

Dennis E. CombsDennis E. Combs, 60, passed away on December 14, 2009. He was born in Parsons, WV on March 11, 1949 to the late William and Ollie Combs. Dennis retired from Anderson –DuBose in Solon after 25 years of service. He was a Veteran of Vietnam Conflict, having served with the US Army. Dennis was a lifetime member of...

Donna A. SnoderlyDonna A. Snoderly,82, passed away on December 11, 2009. Donna was a Kent State University Alumni, having earned a Master's degree in Teaching. She was a member and former president of Gamma Phi Beta. Donna was also an avid reader. Preceded in death by her parents Harry and Nelle (Scott) Gover; son John Snoderly; sister Catherine Archer; brother...

Delva E. ChannellDelva E. Channell, 81, went to be with her Lord on December 10, 2009 surrounded by her loving family. She was a member of Grace Cathedral for over 50 years. Delva was preceded in death by her loving husband, Bennie; son, Michael; parents, Eddy and Rachel Sothen; brothers, Herman, Gilbert, Harry, Norman and Russell; and sister, Darlene. She...

Martha M. GatesMartha M. Gates, 85, passed away December 10, 2009 after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's Disease. Martha was born on March 25, 1924 to the late William and Marie Stiles. Throughout her life, she enjoyed traveling and spending time with family. She was preceded in death by sister, Helen Butcher and brother, Edward Stiles. She will be deeply...

John E. Enlow "Jack"Jack Enlow, 82, of Springfield Twp., passed away December 9, 2009. Jack was born December 24, 1926 in Akron to the late Ernest and Ruth Enlow. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and retired from O'Neil's after 37 years of service as a television repairman. Jack was a 32nd Degree Mason with the...

James L. GreenJames L. Green, 71, passed away on December 9, 2009, from complications of MDS. He leaves his wife, Amy; mother, Ruth Green, of Copley; daughter, Carol (Brian) Caldwell, of Barberton; sons, David (Cindy) Green, of Cuyahoga Falls, Daniel Green, of Akron, Dean (Cathy) Weygandt, of Portage Lakes, Kevin (Bonnie) Weygandt, of Wadsworth, Greg (Cathy) Weygandt, of Bradenton, FL,...

Cheryl A. LangCheryl A. Lang, born January 13, 1945, left this world on December 4, 2009 to spend Christmas with Jesus. She was preceded in death by her mother and father, Ossie and Charles Lang and her brother, John. She leaves behind her special Uncle Marv and Geraldine of Texas and many friends. Cheryl was kind and loving and will...

Noreen Durst Noreen Durst, born June 30, 1928, passed away at age 81 on Wednesday morning, December 2, 2009. Preceded in death by husband, Lee of 54 years of marriage; brothers, Virgil and Jerry Sharrock and sister, Betty Adkins; children, Karen (Mike) Hodges, Rhonda, David (Kathy), Norlee and Jerry; 9 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren. She was a member of Greensburg United...

Ray A. SwaneyRay A. Swaney, 64, passed away December 4, 2009 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Uniontown, PA and moved to the Akron area in 1959. Ray was a veteran of the U.S. Navy serving on the USS John R. Perry (DE-1034) and the USS Dewey (DLG-14). For the last 28 years, he was a loyal...

Bonnie M. HaughtBonnie M. Haught, 56, passed away on December 3, 2009. She has gone to be with her beloved Billy and Jennifer. She leaves her heart with her 3 remaining children, Kurt, Bryan, & Matthew (Caren). Also, parents Richard and Gloria; brothers Richard, David, Stephan; sisters Carol and Andrea; 2 grandchildren, Shannon and Nevaeh; brothers-in-law Joe and Dave; sister-in-law...

Wilbert D. Pierce (Webb)Wilbert D. Pierce passed away December 4, 2009 due to complex illness. He was born March 9, 1927 to Bethel and Arley Pierce. He was preceded in death by his mother, father, son, Wilbert Dale Pierce, Jr and daughter Joanne Hajjar. He is survived by his wife of 40 years Margaret Vanderhoff, whom he married April 5,...

Glenn O. MayGlenn O. May, 83, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on December 3, 2009. He was born September 20, 1926 in Akron, Ohio to the late Grover C. & Margaret (Lanhart) May. Glenn served in the U.S. Army during WWII and later worked as a Master Baker for Ideal Bakery. He was a devoted husband,...

Mary L. WhiteMary L. White, 78, died December 3, 2009, after a long illness. God sent down an angel for you. Now you are free of pain. You are with our Lord and all the loved ones who preceded you. We have lost the love of our lives. For now, all we have are the wonderful memories of all the...

Frances J. NealFrances J. Neal, 77, went home to be with the Lord on December 1, 2009. She was a member of the Brady Lake Baptist Church. Frances loved to read and enjoyed traveling with her husband to various places. She always carried a great smile and a warm heart and she was a true lady. Preceded in death by...

Geneva Ruth Cunningham, age 81, passed away November 30, 2009.Geneva lived her earlier years in New Orleans, La. She loved the city dearly, especially the French Quarter, where she was employed for most of her working years. She was an avid reader, specifically health & gardening books. Also, she enjoyed crocheting and gardening. Preceded in death by parents, George and...

Linda PetersLinda Marie Peters, 64, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, Nov 29, 2009. Linda was born in Athens, Ohio but lived most of her life in the Akron-Barberton area. She was preceded in death by her mother & father, Gladys & Kenneth Baker. She is survived by her husband, Larry W. Peters; mother-in-law, Mae...

Waneta R. BechterWaneta R. Bechter, 85, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2009. Born February 28, 1924 in Cambridge, OH. She had lived in Akron for most of her life. She was a member of Grace Baptist Church. Throughout her life she has had various jobs, but her favorite by far was being a wonderful mom and grandma. Preceded in...