Sue BestThis Christmas, Sue will spend with her Lord and Savior in her new home. Sue Best, 76, passed away on December 21, 2009. She was born on November 20, 1933 to the late Elliott and Lee Emma Melton. Sue retired from Ellet IGA after 15 years of service. She had previously been employed at Brimfield and Ravenna Sparkle Markets....

Wendell H. TobiasWendell H. Tobias, 80, passed away on December 23, 2009, and is now with his Lord and Savior. Wendell delivered mail for 9 years in Akron before being called to the ministry. He was a pastor for 34 years with the Church of the Brethren, serving congregations in Marion, Defiance, Kent and Goshen, IN. Born in Akron, he...

Mary W. ZielinskiMary W. Zielinski, 86, of Akron, went to spend Christmas in heaven on December 22, 2009. Preceded in death by her parents Willard and Winifred Cramer; son Gary; and husband Robert. She leaves behind to cherish her memory son Michael; daughter Robin and son-in-law Gregory Chechuck; grandchildren Toby (Kristen) Russ, Andrea Bond-Zielinski, and Samuel Bond-Zielinski; sisters Gertrude Bahry,...

Donald Cullen GonderDonald Cullen Gonder, 88, passed away on December 21, 2009. Born September 2, 1921 in Lorain, Ohio, his family moved to Akron where he graduated from South High School in 1939. He attended Akron University after serving in the 5th Army during WWII. He served 1942-1945 in North Africa, Italy, and Okinawa, as a Staff Sergeant in the...

Betty Pruitt Ferguson BakerBetty Baker, 71, of Mogadore, went home to be with the Lord on December 18, 2009. Betty was born February 22, 1938 in Chattanooga, Tennessee to the late Charles and Rosa Pruitt. She was a lifetime member of the First Apostolic Church of Tallmadge where she taught Sunday School and was involved in the music, outreach, and...

Bernice J. AndersonBernice J. Anderson, 68, passed away December 17, 2009 after a long illness surrounded by her loving family. She retired from Kaufmann's in 2001 working as a human resource specialist. Bernice found joy in her family and friends, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by 3 sons, Jerry Anderson, Richard Anderson and Kevin Shepherd; parents, James...

Janice E. HoffmanJanice E. Hoffman, 62, went to be with her savior, Jesus Christ, suddenly and peacefully, on December 17, 2009. Janice had attended Akron Bible Church and was active in AA for many years. She enjoyed needlepoint, word search puzzles, taking her daily walks, and spending time with her special grandchildren and dear neighbors. Preceded in death by her...

Paul A. BoughtonPaul A. Boughton, 82, passed away on December 16, 2009. Paul was a graduate of East High School and the University of Akron, where he played baseball and was a member of Lonestar Fraternity. He was a US Army Veteran. Paul retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. He also enjoyed bowling. Preceded in death by his great-grandson,...

Denver Dallas "Jim" SharpDenver Dallas "Jim" Sharp, 88, went home to be with the Lord on December 16, 2009. Born in Calhoun County, WV, February 18, 1921, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Sharon. He is survived by his wife Claudene and daughters Karen Sharp-Fisher, Joy(Ron) Dies, and Connie (James "Zippy") Schneider; Grandchildren Ron, Chris, Bethany, Amy, Jason,...

James J. McCallJames J. McCall, 79, of Kent, passed away December 15, 2009. James was born May 8, 1930 in Spangler, Pennsylvania to the late Harry and Gertrude McCall. James was employed with the Railroad for 35 years. He was a loving and caring person and a friend to everyone he met. James was preceded in death by his brother,...

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...