Marvin R. CumberledgeMarvin R. Cumberledge, 75, of Akron, passed away December 17, 2008. Marvin was born in Center Point, West Virginia on August 19, 1933. In his free time, he enjoyed woodworking. Marvin was preceded in death by his father, Marvin C. Cumberledge. He will be deeply missed by his mother, Ada Cumberledge; sisters, Loretta Glaze, Martha Beaver, and Virginia...

Camden E. "Ken" Humble Camden E. "Ken" Humble, 81, passed away on December 16, 2008. Camden served with the US Navy during WWII. He retired from GM-Terex Plant and was a member of the UAW. Camden enjoyed restoring antique cars and was a member of several antique car clubs, including the Model A Club. He was also an avid Pittsburgh...

Phillip D. SetreePhillip D. Setree, 63, of Akron, passed away December 16, 2008 after a brave battle with ankylosing spondylitis. Phillip was born in Akron on January 22, 1945. He had a kind, gentle soul and was loved by everyone he met. He will always be remembered for his love of children and his good sense of humor. Phillip had...

Helen M. (Kovach) CallahanHelen M. (Kovach) Callahan, 90, of Stow, passed away on December 16, 2008. Born in Rootstown, Ohio to the late Steve and Gezella (Sekula) Kovach. Helen had worked as a registered nurse for Akron City Hospital and Edwin Shaw Hospital. Being one of Jehovah's witnesses, she now sleeps in death in Jehovah's memory and is looking forward...

Mary L. FinleyMary L. Finley passed away Monday December 15, 2008 at Akron General Medical Center. She was born in Ravenna, Ohio on November 8, 1971, and grew up in Rootstown where she graduated in 1990. She graduated from Hiram College in 1994 with a degree in Elementary Education (Special Education Focus). She taught special education in elementary schools in...

Alfred J. "Fred" Alvarez Alfred J. "Fred" Alvarez, 73, passed away on December 15, 2008. He was born in Akron, OH on July 30, 1935 to the late Fred U. and Laura Alvarez. Fred grew up in a family owned business (Fred's Bakery), where he became a master cake decorator. He was later employed by Fred W. Albrecht Grocery Co....

Judi C. BloomJudi C. Bloom, 61, of Green, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on December 13, 2008 at the Hospice Care Center. She was born October 25, 1947 in Akron, Ohio, to the late James L. and Martha E. ( Kent ) Moss. She was preceded in death by her loving in laws, Arthur and Maxine...

Karen KosirKaren Kosir, 61, passed away Dec. 12, 2008. Karen was a retired nurse, and dedicated her life to her son and grandson. She is survived by her son, Jason Kosir; mother, Evelyn Howe; sisters, Carole Rector and Debra Howe; brother, Brian Howe (Robin); grandson, Nicolas Maar; and 5 nieces and nephews. Calling hours will be Wednesday, Dec. 17, from...

Gilbert "Gil" StewartGilbert "Gil" Stewart, 77, passed away Dec. 11. Gil approached life with a devotion to people that extended far beyond family and friends. It seemed that Gil was always there to lend a helping hand or a kind smile. He loved to fish, but his passion was exploring. The backroads were his second home, meeting new friends at...

Judi C. BloomJudi C. Bloom, 61, of Green, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on December 13, 2008 at the Hospice Care Center. She was born October 25, 1947 in Akron, Ohio, to the late James L. and Martha E. ( Kent ) Moss. She was preceded in death by her loving in laws, Arthur and Maxine...

Leah SmithLeah Smith, 77, passed away Dec. 11, 2008. Leah was a member of The Wintergreen Ledges Church of God. She is survived by her husband, Pat of 58 years; daughters, Kay Stripe (Robert), Linda Benson (John) and Patricia Whited (David); son, Thomas Smith; grandsons, Robert Stripe (Katie), Josh Benson, Jeffrey Stripe (Stacey), Patrick Hall and Andrew Grisak; 5 great-grandchildren;...

Verna Mae ArnottVerna Mae Arnott, 94, of Akron, passed away December 10, 2008. Born in Follansbee, West Virginia to the late Edward & Alma (White) Mulley. Verna had been a member of the Crossroads Bible Fellowship Church, Eastern Star Falls Chapter 249 and was a Toastmistress. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Hugh...

Lena (Lee) MangusLena (Lee) Mangus, 91, passed away on December 6, 2008. Lee was born in Akron on July 7, 1917. She was an intelligent, loving, and generous woman. Lee enjoyed her life to the fullest and traveled all over the world throughout the years. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. She was preceded in...

Donald J. LiasDonald J. Lias, 82, of Mogadore, passed away December 9, 2008 after a lengthy battle with COPD. Don is now joined with his wife Marie, who passed away two weeks ago. He was born in Akron on March 12, 1926. Don served in the U.S. Navy during World War II on the U.S.S. Munda. He retired from Firestone...

Fred E. KehnerFred E. Kehner, 79, of Louisville, Ohio passed away December 8, 2008 at AlterCare of Louisville. He was born April 25, 1929 in Mogadore OH to the late Fred & Clara Kehner. Fred retired from H.M. Miller Construction and was a self-employed Taxidermist for 40 years. He had also worked for 10 years at Goodyear Aircraft where he...

Dorothy L. WilhiteDorothy L. Wilhite, 43, passed away on Dec. 7, 2008. Dorothy loved wood working and refinishing old furniture. She loved to travel by riding with her husband on his motorcycle. She is survived by her husband, Robert; daughters, Whitney and Chelsea Rogers; son, Zack; mother, Dorothy Mason; sister, Bonnie; and many loving aunts and uncles. The family will...

Mary E. KneppMary E. Knepp, age 78, of Brimfield passed away at Akron City Hospital on December 4. Mary had been in failing health for several years. She suffered injuries from a recent fall at home. Mary was born in Akron to Walter and Blanch Winstead. She lived in Suffield-Brimfield most of her life. Mary was a devoted wife and...

Arnold W. Shinn Arnold W. Shinn, 80, passed away on December 7, 2008. He was born on January 12, 1928 in Evans, WV, to the late Roy and Laura May Shinn. Arnold was a veteran of WWII, having served with the US Army. He retired from Giant Eagle after 5 years of service. Arnold was a hard worker who enjoyed...

George H. Greer, Jr.George H. Greer, Jr., 67 years old, died December 7, 2008 after a long battle with cancer. George was born August 23, 1941 in Akron and was a lifelong resident of the area. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, having served three years. He was a member of Teamsters Local 671, 92, and 377. George...

Dorothy ButcherDorothy Butcher, 78, of Akron, passed away December 3, 2008 at Akron City Hospital. She was born January 16, 1930 in Salem, Ohio to the late Blaine & Olive (Kirk) Hardenbergh. Dorothy worked for many years as an Insurance Agent. She is survived by her children and their families: Joan (Victor) Mick, Angela and Samantha; Larry (Bonnie) Butcher, Blaine...