Glenn W. Winter, 79, passed away on October 17, 2010, after a short battle with cancer. Glenn served with the US Marine Corps during the Korean War and was a member of the American Legion. He retired from Firestone Tire and Rubber Co. after 30 years of service. Survivors include his beloved wife, Suzanne, of 58 years; daughters, Deborah (Gilbert)...

Donald M. "Don" BraffordDonald M. "Don" Brafford, 68, passed away on October 15, 2010. Don served with the US Army and retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber after over 30 years of service. He was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church and enjoyed fishing and boating. Preceded in death by his parents, William and Rose Ann Brafford; and infant...

Nicholas L. "Nick" TsoufiouNicholas L. "Nick" Tsoufiou, 90, passed away on October 15, 2010. Nick retired from the US Postal Service after 32 years of service. He was a member of Akron Baptist Temple and Temple Heights Baptist church in Tampa, FL. Preceded in death by his wife, Steffie; and brother, George. Survivors include his sons, Bill (Debbie) and Dave...

Gerald Paul StreblerGerald Paul "Jerry" Strebler, 60, passed away October 11, 2010 after a sudden illness. He was a huge Minnesota Vikings fan, and was also a fan of the New York Yankees. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Garnette Strebler; brother, Robert Strebler; and sister, Karen Strebler. He is survived by his sister, Michele (Jeff)...

Ruby N. StilesRuby N. Stiles, 86, went home to be with the Lord on October 14, 2010. Ruby was born in Moundsville, West Virginia on October 24, 1923. She will always be remembered for her quick wit and her love of flowers and the outdoors. She was full of kindness and generosity and had a deep love for her family....

Jerry D. LedelJerrold Dennis Ledel, 31, of Hartville, has gone home to be with the Lord. He was born August 21, 1979 and was a lifelong resident of Northeastern Ohio. God has called him home on Tuesday, October 12, 2010. He is survived by his children, Anthony, Andrew and Auren Ledel; girlfriend, Kimberly Mackintosh; his parents, Dennis and Nancy Ledel;...

George M. DzubaraGeorge M. Dzubara, 51, of Uniontown, went to be with the Lord on October 12, 2010. He was born in Akron on December 25, 1958. George attended St. Matthew School and graduated from both Archbishop Hoban High School and Hocking Technical College. George was a certified auto mechanic for over 30 years. In his free time, George enjoyed...

Edith BlandEdith Bland, 77, passed away October 9, 2010. She was born in Majestic, KY and was currently residing in Red Jacket, WV. Edith was preceded in death by her parents, John and Dolly Prater; brothers, Raymond, Willie, Autry, Lonnie, Trap, Peanut, Artist, and Worley Prater; and grandson, Jerry Lee Collins. She is survived by her sons, Terry Bland, Gary...

Kristina L. Treitinger-King, 43, passed away on October 9, 2010. Kristina had been employed at Giant Eagle for 22 years before joining her family business, A & B Tent Rental, in 2007. Loved riding motorcycles. She was great mom and was always there to help her children with everything. Survived by her parents, John Henry McCoy and Wanda Jenson; husband,...

Lee R. ReederLee R. Reeder, 81, of Akron, passed away October 9, 2010. Lee was born July 12, 1929 in Akron to the late Talford and Bessie Reeder. He was preceded in death by his life companion, Harriet L. Cetnarowski. He will be deeply missed by five sisters, three brothers, and many other relative and friends. All services will be...

Mary Nelle WiseMary Nelle Wise, 90, of Akron, passed away October 8, 2010. Nelle was born October 27, 1919 in Tennessee to the late Benjamin and Minnie Birdwell. She was a longtime member of Oak Hill Presbyterian Church and a dear friend to many people. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Wise...

Gary L. TopperROOTSTOWN - Gary L. Topper, 63, passed away suddenly on October 8, 2010. He was a competitive Cross Bow Archer, winning several trophies. Gary was a veteran of the U.S.A.F. His most recent passion was riding his Harley-Davidson motorcycle. Gary was very passionate about his family, and he was a man you could depend on. He is survived...

Harry Harris, Jr.Harry Harris, Jr., 76, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on October 8, 2010. Harry was born June 26, 1934 in Belington, West Virginia to the late Harry and Evangeline Harris. Harry proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He retired from Goodyear in 1995 after 30 years of employment. He was...

Darrell G. Spradlin, Sr. "Tug", "The Highway Man", a veteran of the U.S. Navy was born Jan. 28, 1941 in McGuffey, Ohio, passed away October 7, 2010. He was preceded in death by his parents, Burt and Catherine Spradlin; and brother, Donnie. He is survived by his children, Debbie Luzzo (Ron), Kimberly Briggs, and Darrell G. Spradlin, Jr. (Terry); sister,...

Debrah Sue SamplesDebrah Sue Samples, 48, passed away suddenly on October 6, 2010. She worked as a Nurse's Aide for 30 years, which she enjoyed. Debrah was preceded in death by her mother, June White. She is survived by her fiancé, Dale Rosier; children, Andrew and Samantha; father, Hartzel White; brothers, Mike, Doug, and Keith White; sisters, Karen Eldridge and...

Ingeborg (Dietz) CooperIngeborg Cooper, 78, went home to the Lord on October 3, 2010. Ingeborg was born in Tuklehausen, Germany on July 30, 1932 to Anna and Henry Dietz. She came to the United States after marrying her husband, U.S. Army Sgt. Arden Cooper in Akron in 1967. She enjoyed crocheting and knitting items which she donated to Childrens Hospital...

Alexandria Christine ZaninAlexandria Christine Zanin, 23, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 1, 2010, after a courageous battle with Cystic Fibrosis. Alli was a member of Journey Covenant Church and attended Lake Center Christian School. She was kind hearted, loved her family, and was a devoted big sister and cousin to many. Alli...

Loretta A. Thorn(Paige) (Kopcha)Loretta A. Thorn, born August 25, 1932, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2010 surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her father, Joseph Paige; mother, Effie Paige; and brother, Joe Paige. Loretta is survived by her devoted husband of 27 years, Forest; son, Gary (Shirley) Kopcha; daughter, Judy Kopcha; sister, Sidney (Harry)...

Carol Marie Koeberle9/30/1950 ~ 9/26/2010Carol Marie Koeberle, 59, passed away peacefully at Essex Health Care on September 26, 2010, 5 days before her 60th birthday, after a long battle with Alzheimer's. Carol was born in Akron where she made it her home. Born to Thomas and Mary Lou (Fier) Koeberle who preceded her in death. Also preceding her in death...

Roxie Erma PigottRoxie Erma Pigott, lovingly referred to as Grandma, passed away September 29, 2010, surrounded by her family. She was born July 28, 1929 in Burchfield, WV. She moved to the Akron area in 1947 and spent the last years of her life in Ravenna. She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, James and her...