Kurt Thomas BrownKurt Thomas Brown, 53, of Munroe Falls, passed away March 27, 2010. He was born September 16, 1956. Kurt was a senior executive chef at Kent State University. Throughout his life, he touched many people with his wonderful sense of humor. He will be deeply missed by his loving wife of 29 years, Cheryl Brown (nee Uber); daughter,...

Benedetta M. ShinnBenedetta M. Shinn (nee Fontana), 83, passed away March 27, 2010. She retired as a Nurses Aide from Millersburg, Ohio after 12 years of service, and moved to Cuyahoga Falls afterwards to be closer to her family. Preceded in death by her parents, Luigi & Catherine Fontana; brother, Thomas Fontana; and daughter, Karen Sue Shinn. Benedetta is survived...

Lawrence E. "Larry" CombsLawrence E. Combs, 75, of Akron, passed away March 27, 2010. He graduated from St. Vincent's High School. Larry was very supportive of his children's sports and band activities at Springfield Schools. He also supported the members of the Dropt Out Truck Club. Larry was a devoted family man and some of the family's fondest memories are...

Edmund Dwight Poling, Sr.Edmund Dwight Poling, Sr., 89, of Tallmadge, passed away March 26, 2010. Edmund was born July 19, 1920 in Barbour County, West Virginia to the late Dellett and Zella Poling. Edmund graduated from Philippi High School where he was a star athlete in football. After graduating, Edmund joined the U.S. Navy where he served four years in...

David E. BurketDavid E. Burket, 77, of Akron, passed away March 26, 2010. David was born July 28, 1932 in Claysburg, Pennsylvania to the late Roy and Grace Burket. David served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. He attended The Chapel in Green and enjoyed bowling and golfing in his...

Julie Ann ParkJulie Ann Park, 40, of Akron, passed away March 20, 2010. She was born in Akron on September 7, 1969. Julie Ann was preceded in death by her father, Lee E. Park. She will be deeply missed by her mother, Barbara Park-Harrison and her husband Larry; siblings, Jeanna (Jerry) Palmer, Kris Park, and Scott (Tina) Park; many nieces...

Marc A. SchaefferMarc A. Schaeffer, 39, passed away on March 24, 2010. Marc was a beloved father and grandfather and loved his motorcycle. He was preceded in death by his father, Frank; and grandfather, Jess Maupin. Survivors include his mother and stepfather, Judy and John "Pops" Sidlosky; grandmother, Katherine Maupin; children, Tiffany and Marc, Jr.; granddaughter, Kaylee; siblings, Thomas (Dee),...

Hugh D. McCambridge, Sr.Hugh D. McCambridge, Sr., 85, went home to be with the Lord on March 24, 2010. He was a World War II veteran of the U.S. Army, fought in the Battle of the Bulge, and was a Prisoner of War in Germany. Hugh was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Preceded in death by his son,...

Louis J. BarberoLouis J. Barbero, 87, passed away March 14, 2010 after a long illness. He was born in Phillipi, WV, and retired from Goodyear after 35 years of service. Preceded in death by his parents, Frank & Louisa Barbero; and his loving wife of over 50 years, Maxine. Louis is survived by his daughter, Sandra (Ernest) Johnson; grandchildren, Michelle...

Irene F. GoodwinIrene F. Goodwin, 82, of Akron, passed away March 22, 2010. Irene was born in Akron on April 20, 1927. She was preceded in death by her husband, James S. Goodwin; parents, Charles and Annie Allshouse; sisters, Grace Marsh and Mae Edwards; brothers, William, Charles, Herman, and Harry Allshouse; and mother-in-law, Bessie Stephens. She is survived by her...

John Mathew "Jay" ImperatoreJohn Mathew "Jay" Imperatore, 51, passed away unexpectedly on March 19, 2010. John leaves behind many hearts that he touched very deeply. He was fun-loving and lived for the joy of time spent with family. John was a very hard working man who took great pride in his life's work as a painter. Cherished father of Jeremy...

Mary A. WinlandMary A. Winland, 81, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister passed away at home after a brief illness. Cremation has taken place and a private memorial service will take place at a later date in West Virginia, where she will be placed with her Mother and Father. Mary will be missed by all who knew her kind loving...

David Aldon Hay, Jr.David Aldon Hay, Jr., July 9, 1987 to March 18, 2010. With his easy smile and love-filled heart, this bright-eyed and talented young man's warmth will be remembered by all who knew him. He was an accomplished athlete and 2006 graduate of Southeast High School, where he was a member of the National Honor Society. David was...

Richard H. TrentRichard H. Trent passed away on March 19, 2010, after a long illness. Rich was born on May 22, 1943 and was a graduate of Ellet High School. He was a retired general contractor. Rich was happy-go-lucky. He loved ice cream, telling jokes (some were funny), doing crossword puzzles, and reading a good book. He was preceded in...

Stanley P. SasinowskiStanley P. Sasinowski, 91, went home to be with the Lord on March 17, 2010 with his family by his side. He was preceded in death by his wife, Eva and son, Paul. He leaves behind his son, Ronald (Buff) and wife, Nancy; daughter, Pauline and husband, Larry; four grandchildren, Tiffany (Christopher) Simone, Randy Greathouse, Cindy (Bob) Donel,...

Nancy Martin (nee Halman)Nancy Martin, 65, of Akron, passed away March 17, 2010. Nancy was born in Akron on January 18, 1945 to the late Rex and Mary Halman. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Bob. She will be deeply missed by her son, Kevin (Darlene) Halman; sister, Paula (Don) Knippenberg; brothers, Jerry...

Willene HollowayWillene Holloway, 81, went home to be with the Lord on March 17, 2010. She was born in Covin, AL, and was a member of Rolling Acres Alliance Church. Willene's favorite activity was being with her family. Preceded in death by her parents, Andrew & Dollie Fowler; and her loving husband of 51 years, Elmer; brothers, Roy Fowler, M.C....

Michael J. MansfieldMichael J. Mansfield, 24, passed away March 13, 2010. He enjoyed watching wrestling, especially WWE and enjoyed animals having many pets, most notably his dog, Cosmo. Preceded in death by grandparents, Kermit Haines, Lora & Dale McClellan; sister, Angela Smith. He is survived by his parents, David & Jeanette Haines; grandmother, Bertha Haines;sisters, Tina (Don) Kintyhtt, Rhonda Garza...

Barry Wayne PruittBarry Wayne Pruitt, Sr., 54, went to be with our Lord suddenly on Tuesday, March 16, 2010. Born in Akron, OH on October 8, 1955. Barry is preceded in death by his father, William Henry Pruitt; brothers, Donnie and Ray; sister, Brenda Benz Azar; and his beloved dog, Rocky. He is survived by his son, Barry Wayne Pruitt,...

Todd Michael YeagerTodd Michael Yeager, 35, of Akron, passed away March 13, 2010. Todd was born in Akron on April 4, 1974. He will be deeply missed by his parents, Leo and Cathy Yeager; sister, Christina (Kevin) Collins; many aunts and uncles, including Cindy and Don Sage and Janet Bowers; many cousins. Todd's family would like to thank Char and...