Mae RowanMae Della Rowan, 81, passed away November 8, 2009 at Copley Health Center surrounded by family and friends. Mae was born May 24, 1928 in Barberton, Ohio to the late Pete and Stella (Buris) Neely. She retired from the VA Hospital in Brecksville, Ohio as a nurse. Mae was a true believer in God, and enjoyed sewing, knitting and...

Estelle G. TabetEstelle G. Tabet, 84, passed away November 5, 2009. Preceded in death by her husband, Edward Tabet. Estelle is survived by her children, Eric (Janet) Tabet, Lorene Posey, Frank (Shawna) Tabet, Daniel (Cindy) Tabet and Gregory (Gwynn) Tabet; many loving grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews; and her loving companion, Clarence Cogar. A visitation will be held Monday, November...

Clifford L. ArthursClifford L. Arthurs, 81 years old, passed away November 4, 2009, with his family at his side. He was born in Altoona, Pennsylvania and lived in Akron for 54 years. He served in the U.S. Army for two years at Fort Knox, Kentucky. He retired after 30 years service at Wonder Bread Bakery on March 1, 1991. He...

John HyltonJohn Hylton, 81, passed away November 4, 2009 after a brief illness. John is survived by his wife, Judith; children, Patricia Lingel, John Hylton, Jr., Maxie Selander, Darrell Hylton and Shean Hylton; step-children, Amy Kelly, Aron Davis and Adrian Davis; 4 sisters; 5 brothers; 10 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren. Calling hours will be Tuesday, November 10, from 11 a.m....

Mitchell L. HughesMitchell L. Hughes, 81, passed away Tuesday, November 3, 2009. He was born May 16, 1928 in Murl, Kentucky, to Logan W. and Tella E. Hughes. He was an Army Veteran, a sports fan, and was retired from Chrysler Twinsburg Stamping Plant. Though he was a man of means, he led a very humble and simple life. He...

Nadine PriceNadine passed away Nov. 2, 2009 at the age of 51 after a lengthy illness. She was born and raised in Lakewood, Ohio. She has resided in Boardman, Akron, and finally Springfield Twp. She graduated from Stark State College as a Physical Therapy Assistant. She was a member of the PRN Therapy Services family for 11 years. She was...

Don Clinton MangusDon Clinton Mangus, 79, died at the Hospice Care Center on Ridgewood Road surrounded by his caring family on Ocotber 30, 2009. He was preceded in death by parents, Carl Mangus and Vera Mangus Lindsey, and sister, Gloria Estep. He is survived by his wife, Norma, sons, Kevin, Kyle, and Kerry (Jaime), and sister, Marlene Maines (Jim). He...

Lucille R. DenholmLucille R. Denholm, 88, passed away on November 2, 2009. Lucille was a quiet and kind person who enjoyed writing poetry, collecting mice, going to Disney World, and playing bingo. She retired from Akron Public Schools and had attended Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church. Preceded in death by her husband, Robert; brother, Richard Ballenger; and sisters, Joannie...

Virginia MerrickVirginia Merrick, 87, went home to be with the Lord on November 1, 2009. She was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, VFW Ladies Auxiliary and the Civilian Conservation Corp. Preceded in death by her parents, James and Margaret Barth; and brother, James Barth. Virginia is survived by her loving husband of...

Donna M. HanlaDonna M. Hanla, 88, of Akron, passed away November 1, 2009. Donna was born in Ashland, Ohio on October 18, 1921 to the late Irvin and Gladys Shick. Donna was a fan of bowling, tennis, and baseball. She bowled in a league for many years and was a WIBC member. While living at the Villas of White Pond,...

Edward L. MillerEdward L. Miller, 62 of Akron, passed away October 31, 2009. He was born October 26, 1947 in Canton, OH, to the late Roy and Betty Miller. Ed is survived by his wife, Susan (Kyle); stepdaughter, Kathleen Kyle; brother, John Miller (wife Debra); aunt, Vivian Crawford; life-long friend, Dwight Pulos.Ed was a 1965 Graduate of Lehman High School...

William J. Byrne, Jr.William J. Byrne, Jr., 67, of Tallmadge, Passed away October 30, 2009. He was born October 16, 1942, in Akron, OH to the late William and Miriam (Ann) Byrne. Bill enjoyed life. He retired after working 29 years for City of Akron Highway Maintenance Department. He enjoyed gardening, working on cars, and having a cold beer with...

William E. McLain, Jr.William E. McLain, Jr., 80, of Akron, passed away October 29, 2009. He was born July 24, 1929 in Parkersburg, West Virginia to the late William E. and Florene McLain, Sr. Bill served in the U.S. Army and retired from Goodyear. In his free time, he enjoyed golf, bowling, pool, and cards. He will be deeply missed...

Elizabeth "Betty" MetcalfBetty Metcalf, 85, passed away on October 29, 2009. Betty was a member of the New Horizons Christian Church and the Order of the Eastern Star. She retired from the US Postal Service after 27 years of service. Betty enjoyed arts and crafts, taking trips with friends, and gardening. She thrived on serving others. Her pride and joy...

Arnold J. "Arnie" StarcherArnold J. "Arnie" Starcher, 70, passed away on October 27, 2009. Arnie retired from the Chrysler plant in Twinsburg after 36 years of service. He enjoyed Bingo, playing cards, and fishing and will be remembered as a generous man who took care of everybody. Preceded in death by his parents, Isaac and Bessie; daughter, Joann; son, Robert;...

Ronald D. RecobRonald D. Recob, 74, passed away on October 26, 2009. Ronald was a Veteran of the Korean Conflict, having served with the US Air Force. He retired from Sacks Electric after 40 years of service and was an avid fisherman. He will be remembered as a wonderful father and grandfather. Preceded in death by his parents; 2 brothers;...

Patricia T. WilderPatricia T. Wilder, 74, of Deerfield, Ohio, passed away October 26, 2009. Patty was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico and grew up all over the country as a result of her father's army career. After marriage and two children, she pursued a career as a laboratory technician. She settled in the Deland, Florida area in the 1970s...

Henry Thomas BelenskiHenry Thomas Belenski, 62, of Akron, passed away October 26, 2009 after a lengthy illness. Henry was born in Barberton on November 10, 1946 to the late Henry and Emma Belenski. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather and will be missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his wife of over 40 years,...

Helen Legg (nee Tandarich)Helen Legg (nee Tandarich), 82, passed away on October 25, 2009. She retired after many years of work as a secretary, was an avid golfer, and enjoyed traveling. Preceded in death by her husband Floyd. Survivors include her sisters, Mildred Rodites, of Las Vegas, and Katherine Sekel, of Akron; brother, Tom Tandarich, of Akron; and many nieces,...

George B. Moye, Jr. "Joe"George B. Moye, Jr., 50, of Ellet, passed away October 23, 2009. Joe was born on the U.S. Military Base on the Panama Canal on June 10, 1959. Joe enjoyed golfing and cooking and will always be remembered for his big heart. He was preceded in death by his father, George B. Moye, Sr. He will...