Grace D. "Dot" WilkinsonGrace D. "Dot" Wilkinson, 95, was called home by the Lord, March 13, 2009. She was born August 23, 1913 in Isabella, Tennessee to the late William & Melissa (Sims) Dills. Dot was a long-time member of the East Market Street Church of God. She was a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother to her family and was...

Donald L. HashmanDonald L. Hashman, 71, passed away on March 12, 2009. He was born in Barberton on January 12, 1938 to the late John and Martha Hashman. Donald served with the US Marines and retired from Hudson Printing after 17 years of service. He was a former member of the Cathedral of Tomorrow. Donald was a current member of...

Brenda J. Azar (nee Pruitt)Brenda J. Azar (nee Pruitt), 54, went to be with our Lord on Monday, March 9, 2009, surrounded by her loving family. She was born and raised in Akron. Preceded in death by her father and 2 brothers. She is survived by her sons Adam (Amanda)of NM, Stiofan and Teirnan, of Akron; daughters Elisia and Sharon...

Michael Kerlik, Jr.Michael Kerlik, Jr., 81, of Akron, passed away March 9, 2009. Mike was born in Akron on May 8, 1927 to the late Michael and Helen Kerlik, Sr. He proudly served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He retired after 45 years of service from Goodyear Tire and Rubber, where he held the position of Mr....

Frank H. DeemFrank H. Deem, 78, of Akron, passed away March 9, 2009 at Akron City Hospital. He was born April 21, 1930 in Fairmont, West Virginia to the late James & Elizabeth (Copen) Deem. Frank served in the U.S. Army and was a veteran of the Korean Conflict and received two Purple Hearts. Above all, he was a devoted...

Lottie D. ClouserLottie D. Clouser, 73, of Akron, passed away March 8, 2009 at Essex Health Care. She was born January 11, 1936 in Chloe, West Virginia to the late Ora & Gertrude (Lamb) Groggs. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two grandsons, Christopher and David Clouser; brothers, Bob and Paul Groggs; sister, Sue Mullins...

William Robert "Bobby" ConleyWilliam Robert "Bobby" Conley, 56, passed away at home on March 8, 2009 after an extended illness. Bobby lived in Akron all his life and worked at GoJo for 2 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Doris Conley. Bobby is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Marie; 4 children; 9...

Martha "Ruth" Farson (nee Ruble)Martha "Ruth" Farson (nee Ruble), 86, passed away March 8, 2009 surrounded by her loving family after a long battle with Alzheimer's. She was born in September 1922 in Elizabeth, West Virginia to Robert and Gladys Ruble. She came to Akron to work during WWII, where she met and later married Frank Farson in 1946. They...

Naomi "Ruth" Bachus, 69, passed away Saturday, March 7th at Akron General Medical Center, after a long illness. Preceded in death by husband David Bruce Bachus; grandson Mathew Bachus; and sisters Loretta Exton and Betty Bachus. Survived by children David Bachus & DeeDee, Kemberly & Richard Doubledee, Jeffrey Bachus; grandchildren Ryan Bachus, Daniel & Jorden Doubledee; great grandson Jayden Bachus;...

Judith Ann HigginsJudith Ann Higgins, 62, died unexpectedly Thursday, March 5, 2009 at Akron City Hospital, following a brain aneurysm. She went to be with her beloved husband of 43 years who passed away also earlier this year in January. Born in Jeanette, Pennsylvania to John E. and Eleanor Holderbaum on June 3, 1946. The family moved to Ohio in...

Patricia M. AndrewsPatricia M. Andrews, 71, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away March 3, 2009. Patricia was a wonderful mother, grandmother, and sister and will be missed by all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her longtime companion, Jim Bruning and sister, Sharon Youngs. She is survived by her children, Donald Andrews, Donna Steed, Connie (Leonard) Steinemann, and...

Eric Richard VincentEric Richard Vincent, 25, passed away on March 2, 2009. Eric was a 2001 graduate of Tallmadge High School and had most recently been employed at Dermamed. He loved golf, music, local bands, tattoos, and spending time with family and friends. Eric will be fondly remembered as a loving and caring young man. His voice and laughter will...

David P. Gainer8/19/1974 – 3/1/2009 David P. Gainer, loving husband to Stefanie; devoted father to Kaylee and Mason. Dave left us doing one of his favorite things, riding his quad. Preceded in death by his brother, Brad; and grandfather, Willard H. Gainer. Dave leaves behind his mother and father, Susan & Jack Didado; father, Bill Gainer of IL; mother-in-law and...

Dorothy M. ReynoldsDorothy M. Reynolds, 83, of Springfield Township, passed away March 1, 2009. She was born Novmeber 6, 1925 in Bakersfield, California to the late Alexander and Mary (Azevedo) Thome. In her free time, Dorothy enjoyed camping at Atwood Lake, fishing, bowling, sewing, and crafts. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Wilford...

Helen M. Goble/ConradHelen M. Conrad, 56, passed away March 1, 2009. Preceded in death by her husband, Allen B. Conrad, Jr.; parents and siblings. Survivors include her son, Allen B. Conrad III; daughters, Lorraine A. Conrad and Kathleen M. Rea (Raymond Dechart); grandchildren, Bryan A. and Gabriel A. Conrad, Sabrina R. Rea, Cheyanne R. and Skyler L. Dechart; stepgrandchildren, brothers,...

Edgar L BissellEdgar L. Bissell, born May 24, 1939, died Feb. 22, 2009. Edgar retired in July of 2002 due to cancer from Twinsburg Coca-Cola after 26 years of service. He was a member of Faith Baptist Church in Barberton. Edgar was preceded in death by his twin sister, Faye Bissell, and sister, Alice Ference. Edgar is survived by his...

Jean AnkenyJean Ankeny, born December 12, 1916, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away February 25, 2009. Jean, an employee of Edwin Shaw for 38 years, was for some time the dietician there. She was preceded in death by her husbands, W.C. Caughron and Kenneth Ankeny; and son, Ronald Caughron. She is survived by her daughters, Elvie (Chuck) Berger of...

Flossie M. MarksFlossie M. Marks, 79, passed away Feb. 23, 2009 after a lengthy illness. Her greatest joy was taking care of her family and gardening. Flossie was also the Past President of the PTA at Bettes Elem. and North High School. She enjoyed playing shuffle board with her husband while spending the winters in Florida. Flossie was a kind...

Martha M. WatkinsMartha M. Watkins, 88, passed away on February 24, 2009. Martha was Baptist by faith and enjoyed reading, gardening and traveling. She was preceded in death by her first husband John Clyde Beavers; second husband William E. Watkins; and son Gene C. Beavers. Survivors include sons Julian (Sylvia) and Jim (Wanda) Beavers, both of Tennessee; daughters Joyce Vaughn...

Wilma J. ThomeWilma J. Thome, 84, passed away on February 23, 2009. She was a member of the Church of the Good Shepherd United Methodist Church. She is survived by her husband of 64 years, Dale Thome; daughters, Irene Brooks and Darlene Mathews; son, David (Carolyn) Thome; granddaughters, Lindsey Thome, Lauren Thome; sister, Mary Miller and her family; nephews, Jay...