Charles K. HatfieldCharles K. Hatfield, 66, passed away after his long, courageous battle with cancer on April 25, 2009. Charles was born October 13, 1942 in Man, West Virginia. He was full of life and will be remembered for his wonderful sense of humor. Charles had many interests, including bowling, baseball, and fishing. He was a member of Free Will...

Joanne V. BerensJoanne V. Berens (Petrekovich), 76, died April 24, 2009 at her home on Catawba Island after a long illness. Born in Massillon, OH to Elmer and Esther Bergener. Preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Esther Bergener, with whom she shared so many of her childhood memories; husband, Karl Berens; special companion of many years, Frank Petrekovich;...

Lora Jean WalkerLora Jean Walker, born March 15, 1947, left this world to walk with the angels on April 24, 2009. She will be missed but not forgotten by the many lives she touched along the way. Lora was born in Copley and graduated from Copley High School. Over the years, she was employed at Firestone and Fairlawn Country Clubs,...

Amy Isaacson PriceAmy Isaacson Price passed away Thursday, April 23, 2009, from a broken heart. The earlier loss of her son, Isaac, continued to take its toll and was eventually more than she could bear. Amy brightened the life of anyone she met. Her zest for life in combination with her artistic talent, eye for style, and relish for the...

Eli E. LinesEli E. Lines, 86, of Akron, passed away April 21, 2009. He was a very loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. Eli was born June 8, 1922 in Curwensville, Pennsylvania to the late Harry and Nora Lines. He was a decorated World War II Army veteran, having landed at Normandy on D-Day. Eli retired from RCA Rubber...

Joyce H. SlaterJoyce H. Slater, 82, passed away April 20, 2009. She was preceded in death by her son, Donald Robert Slater. Joyce is survived by her daughter, Sharon Boggs (Clarence); grandsons, Jason Hershberger of Barcelona, Spain and David Slater; and granddaughter, Susan French. Cremation has taken place. Donation may be made in Joyce's name to the Summa Hospice or...

Stanley R. CottrillStanley R. Cottrill, 60, passed away on April 21, 2009. He was born on April 27, 1948 to the late Darius Cottrill and Anna Jarvis Keener. Stanley lived life to the fullest and enjoyed many good times with his friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Henry Cottrill. Survivors include his...

Stephanie Berezonsky (nee Shybinsky)Stephanie Berezonsky, 77, of Akron, passed away April 19, 2009. She was born in Johnstown, Pennsylvania to the late Nicholas and Anna Shybinsky. Stephanie danced in and was the leader of the Ukrainian Dancers of Christ the Savior Cathedral in Johnstown. In her free time, she enjoyed shopping, traveling, camping, and spending time at the beach. She...

Rebecca Factor (McKinley)Rebecca Factor, 40 years young, went home to be with the Lord on April 18, surrounded by her many friends and family, after a short, but valiant fight with cancer. Becky's great sense of humor stayed with her until the end. We know where she is and we're sure that the place God prepared for her has a...

Helen EdwardsHelen Edwards, 87, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2009, after a short illness. Helen was preceded in death by her parents Edith and Press Edwards and the love of her life, Leonard Elliott. She is survived by daughters Judy (Don) Cook, of Tucson and Julie (Jim) Westfall, of Akron; grandsons Chris Mazzarella and Jim (Beth) Westfall, III; and...

Ruth Dianne GlassRuth Dianne Glass, 71, passed away on April 18, 2009. She was born in Akron on November 22, 1937. Ruth retired from First Energy and had been a member of St. Martha Catholic Church where she sang soprano in the choir. She enjoyed crocheting and oil painting and at one time had a painting displayed at the Cleveland...

Hattie F. (Whitesel) PalmerHattie F. Palmer, 90, of Springfield Township, passed away April 15, 2009 at Akron City Hospital two days shy of her 91st birthday. She was born April 17, 1918 in Gilmore County, West Virginia. Hattie retired from Goodyear Tire after 34 years of service and was a member of Harmony Baptist Church. She is survived by her...

Samuel P. RosaSamuel P. Rosa, 52, of Akron, passed away April 13, 2009 at his residence. He was born October 22, 1956 in Akron, Ohio. Samuel was a driver for Yellow Cab Co. and in his free time was an avid pool player. He also enjoyed darts and fishing. Samuel was preceded in death by his father, Samuel Rosa; and...

Nina Marie WilliamsNina Marie Williams born March 2, 1924, went home to be in the loving arms of Jesus on April 14, 2009 at the age of 85. There to meet her at the gates of Heaven is her husband of 61 years, Earl Williams (03-05-03); parents, John Dodd and Stella Kaiser; son, Steven (06-27-08); brothers, Henry and Shirley; and...

Gerald L. Hinkle, Sr.Gerald L. Hinkle, Sr., 74, went home to be with the Lord after a brief illness. He was born in Akron, OH on May 12, 1934 to the late Thomas and Catherine Hinkle. He was a member of Grace Baptist Church and the Masons Joppa Lodge. Gerald retired from Ford Motor Co. after 43 years of service...

Michael D. GrahamMichael D. Graham, 84, passed away on April 13, 2009. He was born in Tredegar, Wales on April 26, 1924 to the late Magnus and Sarah Graham and immigrated to the United States in 1950. He retired from Mason-Dixon Line after 30 years of service. Michael is survived by his wife Veronica, of 52 years; daughters Christine Wilson...

Loretta Omagene (Queen) Smith, 74, of Akron, went home to her Lord on Easter Sunday April 12, 2009. She was born in Buckhannon, West Virginia and moved to Akron in 1955. Omagene had worked for South Akron Awning, Prinz Interiors, the Akron Masonic Temple, and was an active PTA member during her children's school years. Omagene was a faithful member...

Larry G. Weitzell, Sr.Larry G. Weitzell, Sr., 61, passed away April 12, 2009. Larry was a professional drag racer and a diesel mechanic, and was the owner of Canton Diesel Service. He is survived by his son, Larry G. Jr. (Anna); parents, Randall and Irene Weitzell; sister, Diane Cianciola (Richard); nieces, Stacey and Kelley Fisher; great-nieces, Chloe Fisher and Makenna...

Martha J. UdenMartha J. Uden, 89, passed away April 11, 2009. Martha retired after 37 years of service from the College of Engineering at The University of Akron. She used to transcribe books into Braille for the blind. Martha was also interested in ceramics, covered bridging, needlework, and gardening as long as she had her dog with her. Preceded in...

Steven E. LynchSteven E. Lynch, 50, of Akron, passed away April 11, 2009 after a short battle with cancer. Steven was employed at Forest Corporation. He was a hitting coach for Stow Softball, the head coach of the traveling softball team, the Tigerlillies, and in his free time enjoyed golfing and spending time with his children. Steven will be deeply...