Edna "Ginnie" Virginia Amos Sherwood (nee Vance)Edna "Ginnie" Virginia Amos Sherwood (nee Vance) went home to be with the Lord after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Swords Creek, VA and lived here in Ohio for many years. She had a will, determination, and courage that helped her survive many years of hardship and tragedies. She is...

Robert E. DoolittleRobert E. Doolittle, 69, of Akron, passed away April 8, 2009. Robert was born in Fairmont, West Virginia on June 29, 1939. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ida K. and daughter, Carol Doolittle. He is survived by his sons, Ray (Tammy), Robert (Penny), and Paul (Stephanie); and grandchildren, Heather, Elizabeth, Raymond II, Paul, Kristian, and...

Clyde FotionClyde Fotion, 41, passed away April 7, 2009. Clyde was born December 28, 1967 in Akron and lived in the area his entire life. He was a longtime employee of McDonald's. In his free time, he enjoyed walking his dog, Blackie. Clyde was a very caring, loving person and will be deeply missed by his family and many friends....

Charles E. SmithCharles E. Smith, 84, went to be with the Lord on April 6, 2009. Charles was born in Fayetteville, WV and lived in Akron for the past 62 years. He worked in Norfolk, VA as a welder on U.S. Navy warships, was a U.S. Army veteran serving in World War II, and a member of the Barberton VFW...

Opal Y. BoothOpal Y. Booth, 83, of Akron, passed away April 7, 2009. Opal was born September 4, 1925 in Gainsboro, Tennessee. She was preceded in death by her husband, Stanley; son, Michael; and infant daughter, Lisa. She is survived by her daughters, Barbara (Jerry) Worrell and Patricia Gale (Jim) Wesley; son, Steve (Patricia) Booth; brother, Jack Yates; aunt, Mildred...

Leonard F. ElliottLeonard F. Elliott, 86, died peacefully April 6, 2009. Leonard served in the Army Air Force and upon his return, worked in the Wilhite family painting business. He became an avid golfer with his wide circle of golfing buddies. Leonard is survived by Helen Edwards, his loving companion of almost 50 years. He is also survived by her...

Bonnie Alvina (Hines) KellerBonnie Keller, 88, went home to be held in the loving arms of her Heavenly Father where she will be free from pain and suffering on April 6, 2009 at 3:00 p.m. Bonnie will be reunited with all her loved ones who have gone before her. Those of us left here on earth will miss her each...

Charles Robert "Bob" MillsCharles Robert "Bob" Mills, age 77, passed away on April 5, 2009. Born in Akron, Ohio on July 10, 1931 to the late Bill and Bertha Mills, Bob spent most of his life in the Akron area. He graduated from East High School in 1949. Bob was an Army Veteran of the Korean War having served as...

Don CookDon Langford Cook, 76, passed away April 5, 2009. Born in Ashland, Ohio, he served in the United States Navy during the Korean War (1951 – 1955). After his service, he moved to Akron, Ohio and worked at General Tire for 28 years. A lifelong resident of the Ellet area, he was involved in youth baseball as a coach...

Larry G. MooreLarry G. Moore, 71, went home to be with the Lord. He was born on July 23, 1937 in Wheeling, WV to the late Angelo and Irene Williams. Larry was a member of Southeast Church of the Nazarene and had volunteered at Edwin Shaw Brain Injury Group. He is survived by his loving wife Martha of 49 years;...

Rebecca Susan DeMarcoRebecca Susan DeMarco, 12, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away April 2, 2009 at Akron Children's Hospital. Rebecca loved watching movies, namely, Winnie the Pooh and other Disney movies. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Raymond M. DeMarco. Rebecca will be missed by her parents, David & Beverly (Crandall) DeMarco; brothers, Jonathon and Gilbert; maternal grandparents,...

Margaret Rose BondMargaret Rose Bond, 69, passed away April 5, 2009. She was born December 4, 1939 in Washington, D.C. and resided in Akron for most of her life. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Ethel Stumph and sister, Judy Mackavage. She is survived by her loving husband...

Retha S. GrubbsRetha S. Grubbs, 82, went home to be home with her Lord and Savior on April 2, 2009. Retha was a devoted member of Grace Cathedral for almost 40 years, and she worked there as one of the leaders of the cleaning crew for 20 years. She had great vision for missions and spent many hours making candy,...

Donald Henry WirthDonald Henry Wirth "Dear", born February 8, 1944, fell asleep in the arms of Jesus on Monday, March 30, 2009, and woke up in Heaven. He was a life long resident of the Akron area, graduating from Garfield High School, then joining the Army. Donald retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber/Motor Wheel after 40 years of service. He...

John N. SmithJohn N. Smith, born June 3, 1932 in Akron, Ohio, passed away on April 1, 2009. He graduated from East High School, served in the US Navy and retired after 43 years of service from The Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company. He was a member of and served as an usher at the St. Matthew Parish. John was...

Cora L. KaserCora L. Kaser, 59, passed away March 30, 2009 after a lengthy illness. She was raised in Akron, and a life long resident. Cora was a graduate of Grace College with Bachelors in Education. She was the Business Manager for Spitzer Autoworld prior to her retirement. Cora loved to sew and read, and was a proud member of...

Martha Emma KarrMartha Emma Karr, 80, passed away on March 31, 2009. Martha retired from St. Thomas Hospital in 1994 and was a member of Emmanuel United Church of Christ. She enjoyed crafts and old movies. Preceded in death by her son James Ball; and stepson Thomas Aaron Karr. Survivors include her beloved husband Thomas; daughters Emma Keller, Susan Ball,...

Freda J. UnderwoodFreda J. Underwood passed away March 26, 2009. She was born April 9, 1937 to the late Bruno and Emma Wander. Preceded in death by husband, James; son, Craig; and brother, Ernie. Freda is survived by daughter, Lisa (Bernie); sons, David (Clare) and James (Pam); daughter-in-law, Julie; sister-in-law, Shirley; grandchildren, Jill, Tara, Joseph, Dustin, Alex and her special...

Roger E. PattersonRoger E. Patterson, 63, passed away March 27, 2009. He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, and retired from the Norton Co. after 22 years of service. Roger is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Tallmadge Ward, and participated in the Civil Air patrol. The last years of his...

Frances E. RacherFrances E. Racher, 90, passed away March 28, 2009. She was born in Youngstown, Ohio and retired from Polsky's. Frances use to love to go Polka dancing and went on numerous trips with The Vadnals. She was preceded in death by her husband, Louis; and son, William. Frances is survived by her son, John (Linda); daughter, Denise (Thomas)...