Donald L. Simons (BUCK),82, passed away May 14,2009 at his residence. Memorial services will be conducted May 21,2009 at 5:00 PM in the Newcomer Funeral Home 131 N. canton Rd., Akron. To leave a special message for the family online,visit www.NewcomerAkron.com (Newcomer Funeral Home, 330-784-3334)

William D. Hoffman (Shoes)William D. Hoffman, 75, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away May 11, 2009 at his residence. He was born March 26, 1934 in Akron, Ohio. He worked as a warehouse manager for AVI Food Systems. William is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Connie S. (Dean) Hoffman; daughters, Connie M. Hoffman and Brenda (Dave) Holden; sons,...

Robert Lee Dennison IISgt. Robert Lee Dennison II (58) went home to be with the Lord on May 12, 2009. Preceeded in death by brother, Steven Leroy Dennison, and Mother Anna Laura Dennison. He leaves behind a loving wife of 25 years, Dorothy Jane Dennison, three beautiful daughters; Robin (Gene) Coss, Nannette Rankin, and Kimberly (Scott) Bachman, Father, Robert Lee...

Russell Joseph GreenRussell Joseph Green, age 59, went home to be with the Lord on the 12th of May, 2009, after battling ALS "Lou Gehrig's disease" since 2006. Born in Akron on April 6, 1950, Russell was the loving son of Phyllis Charlotte (Callahan) and Clyde Raymond Green. Russell leaves behind his loving wife of 19 years, Mary Ann (Bardo-Rayman);...

Beatrice G. MurrayBeatrice G. Murray, 85, passed away on May 12, 2009. Preceded in death by her husband John Murray, Jr. Survivors include her children Darrell Arbogast and Larry (Marybeth Whitmyer) Murray; 2 brothers; grandchildren Wendy (Matt), John, Eric, and Jeffrey; great-grandchildren Joe, Hailey, and Bryanna. Calling hours will be Friday, 5-8 p.m. at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton...

Rondal Mae (Goodrich) Eaton Rondal Mae (Goodrich) Eaton, 63, of Akron, passed away May 10, 2009. She was born December 7, 1945 in Spencer, West Virginia. Rondal was a very generous, kind woman who opened her home to everyone. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ross and Millicent...

George B. Moye, Sr.George "Joe" B. Moye, Sr., born October 10, 1936 in Akron, Ohio, passed away at the age of 72 on May 9, 2009 surrounded by his loving family. Joe was a veteran of the U.S. Army for seven years serving in Korea, Panama, and Germany. He worked many years in the construction trade. Joe loved being with...

James W. IceJames W. Ice, 19, passed away May 8, 2009. He was a graduate of the LEAP program out of Manchester High School. James was an avid deer hunter with his father and he had a heart of gold. James will be greatly missed. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Earlene Kilgore "Mama" and mother, Ronna Ice....

Rita Joan StefankoRita Joan Stefanko, 73, of Akron, passed away May 8, 2009 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born May 8, 1936 to the late Fred and Edna Krannich. Rita retired from Apple's Grocery Store. She will always be remembered as a devoted, loving, and understanding mother. She made the world a better place and will be...

James E. Martin(Insert photo with caption: "Together Again")James E. Martin, 79, of Akron, passed away May 6, 2009. He was a part owner of Mogadore Auto Wrecking for 43 years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty and parents. He will be missed by his family and friends. Family and friends may call TODAY from 5-8 p.m. at...

Josephine S. CarnesJosephine S. Carnes, 86, passed away on May 6, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband Jesse. Survivors include her son David (Brenda) Carnes; daughter Barbara (Glenn) Weatherholtz; grandchildren Kim, Joe, and Crystal; and 7 great-grandchildren. Special thanks to the staff at Pebble Creek Nursing Home and Akron General Visiting Nurse Hospice for their care and...

Melvin M. ThompsonMelvin M. Thompson, 85, of Akron, passed away May 1, 2009. He was born August 18, 1923 in Waynesburg, Kentucky to the late Everett Craig & Mary Witt. Melvin served in the U.S. Marine Corps during WWII and later worked in the heating and cooling industry. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his...

Frederick J. NagleFrederick J. Nagle, 57, of Akron, passed away May 3, 2009. Fred was preceded in death by his father, Fred E. Nagle and grandson, Dylan Nagle. He is survived by his girlfriend, Sylvia Frizzell; mother, Joyce Nagle; children, Fred and Lisa Nagle; siblings, Linda, Bill, Brenda, Mike, and Calvin; stepson, Cory Frizzell; many grandchildren, relatives, and friends. Visitation...

Glen C. SpurgeonGlen Carl Spurgeon, 86, passed away on May 3, 2009. Glen was born in Auburn, WV to the late Glen W. and Mayme Spurgeon. He graduated from Pullman High School in Pullman, WV and attended Glenville State Teachers College and the University of Akron. Glen was a veteran of the US Navy and retired from Mohawk Rubber after...

Teresa (Ramsey) RatliffTeresa (Ramsey) Ratliff went home to her mother on Wednesday, April 29, 2009 at 8:22 p.m. after a long, hard illness. She was the wife of Jerry D. Ratliff and daughter of Edward M. Ramsey and the late Bobbie Jean Ramsey. She also leaves her brother, Greg and sister-in-law, Debby Jo Terry; many nieces and nephews; and the...

Margaret A. SchwartzMargaret A. Schwartz, 74, passed away on April 29, 2009. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother and enjoyed her family. Preceded in death by her son William G.; sister Patty; and brothers Cayton and Kenneth. Survivors include her beloved husband William, of 54 years; sons Jeffrey, Gregory (Penny), Daniel (Rita), and Richard (Michelle); daughter Vicky; sisters...

Clifford B. Longfellow, Sr.Clifford B. Longfellow, Sr., 81, passed away April 28, 2009 at Cardinal Village Independent Living. He was born February 11, 1928 in Akron, Ohio to the late Porter & Margaret (Rogers) Longfellow. Clifford was a member of St. Vincent Catholic Church. He retired from the City of Akron where he worked as a Construction Foreman. In addition...

Joseph ChuifoJoseph Chuifo, 71, of Akron, passed away April 27, 2009 at the Hospice Care Center. He was born January 2, 1938 in Ravenna, Ohio to the late Angelo & Lena (Libertine) Chuifo. Joseph served in the U.S. Navy and later worked at the Chrysler Stamping Plant. He enjoyed working on cars, was an all around handyman and liked to...

Fred A. BonzoFred A. Bonzo passed away at age 67 on April 27, 2009. He was born in Akron and lived most of his life in the area. Retired from RFD Beaufort, Sharon Center. Fred enlisted in the U.S. Army, and spent 17 months in Korea. He enjoyed participating in sports, and later in life watching as a fan of...

Marilyn J. FletcherMarilyn J. Fletcher, 68, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 27, 2009, at Akron General Medical Center. Born on September 1, 1940, she lived most of her life in the area. She worked at the AAA Auto Club and also as a Home Healthcare Aide until retiring. She was preceded in death by her parents,...