Pat J. SmithPat J. Smith, 77, passed away on September 18, 2009. After working for several trucking companies, he retired from Roadway Express. Pat was a member of Wintergreen Ledges Church of God, Retired Teamsters Fellowship Club, Masonic Lodge 0083, and the American Motorcycle Association. He also enjoyed motorcycles. Pat was a people person. He could enjoy conversations with anyone...

Richard E. HillRichard E. Hill, 91, passed away on September 19, 2009. He was born in Akron on April 7, 1918 to the late Earl and Jeanette Hill. Richard retired from General Tire in 1978 after 37 years of service. He was an avid bowler and golfer and enjoyed carpentry and woodworking. In addition to his parents, he was preceded...

John J. YakubikJohn Yakubik (Papa John), 57 of Tallmadge, surrounded by his loving family, passed away September 18, 2009. He was a loving husband, father, brother, son and grandfather and will be missed very much, but never forgotten. He was very patient, kind, and always willing to help anyone that needed it. He will be most remembered for his humble...

Roy T. "Tony" CairnsRoy T. "Tony" Cairns, 69, passed away on September 18, 2009. Tony retired from Ford Motor Co. in 1995 after 30 years of service. He and his wife started their family-owned business, North Hill Salvage Store, in 1975. He was a member of Grace Baptist Church for 40 years. Tony loved the Lord and displayed it through...

Ellen Kathryn SherrillEllen Kathryn Sherrill, 81, passed away on September 18, 2009. She was born in New Philadelphia, OH on September 28, 1927 to the late Albert and Edith Norman. She had been a resident of Akron, Tallmadge, Ft. Pierce, Barefoot Bay, and Bolivar. Ellen was very active in her church and was a volunteer for the Barefoot Bay Sheriff....

Ronald J. TomasikRonald J. Tomasik, 52, of Akron, passed away September 14, 2009 at his residence. Ron enjoyed fishing, gardening and grilling. He worked at Weatherchem for the last 11 years as a tool maker, following a family legacy of machinists. He is survived by his parents, Jerome & Delores Tomasik; wife, Linda Tomasik; daughter and son-in-law, Eva & Brian...

Homer SetserHomer Setser, 72, of Tomahawk, Kentucky, passed away Sept. 13, 2009 after a brief illness. Homer was retired from the Norton Company after 42 years of service. He was preceded in death by his son-in-law, Keith Atkinson; and good friend, Phyllis Ward. He is survived by his daughters, Wanda Atkinson, Geraldine Albrecht, and Tina Setser; son, Homer L. Setser;...

John Paul GreerJohn Paul Greer of The Villages, Florida, went to be with The Lord on Sept. 11, 2009. He was born Dec. 30, 1918 in Avery County, NC to Oren and Laura Greer and retired from Ford Motor Company, Brookpark, OH. He was a very patriotic citizen and a WW II Veteran in the U.S. Army and a life...

Gary Darryl KnottsGary Darryl Knotts, 49, went to be home with Jesus on September 13, 2009. He was preceded in death by his mother Judith Hyatt. He is survived by his wife Tamara; son Garon; stepson Zackery Herman; grandson Trenton; father Kenneth Knotts and his wife Cindy; brothers Michael (Cindy) and Daniel Knotts; and several nieces and nephews. Gary was...

James R. Securro"Poke" "Pedro" "Papa"James R. Securro, 61, of Akron, passed away September 11, 2009. He was born in Akron on July 30, 1948 to the late Sammy and Bertha Securro. James attended Ellet High School. Throughout his life, he enjoyed camping, fishing, and spending time with family and friends. He was a hot rod and Harley enthusiast and loved...

Mary Alice ButlerMary Alice Butler, 85, passed away on September 10, 2009. Mary was born in Selbysport, MD on September 22, 1923. She will always be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother and friend. Preceded in death by her husband Ralph; daughter Patsy; son Clifford; and granddaughter Debbie. She is survived by daughters Linda and Alice; sons Richard and Charles;...

Franklyn A. EtterFranklyn A. Etter, 90, passed away September 8, 2009. He was born September 6, 1919 in Lakemore, Ohio. Franklyn served in the U.S. Army and retired from the U.S. Postal Service after many years as a letter carrier. He was preceded in death by his parents, Wester and Lulu Watson and brothers, Forrest, Web, Donald, and Joel Etter....

Mary L. PopowitchMary L. Popowitch, 95, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on September 8, 2009. Mary was born February 7, 1914 in Yorkville, Ohio to the late George and Sarah Vucelic. She was an active member of Hillwood Chapel. She devoted her life to raising her family and was a talented seamstress. Mary will be missed...

James C. ReederJames C. Reeder, 81, of Kent, passed away September 4, 2009. James was born December 16, 1927 in Akron to the late Talford and Bessie Reeder. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gay. He will be deeply missed by five sisters, four brothers, and many other relatives and friends. All services will be private. NEWCOMER FUNERAL...

Evelyn WestergaardEvelyn Westergaard, 89, of Akron, passed away September 3, 2009 at the Hospice Care Center. She was born July 11, 1920 in Buchtel OH to the late Harry & Emily (Shepard) Conley. Evelyn served in the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps (WAAC) and later worked at Forest City. She was a member of Lakemore United Methodist Church for 55 years....

Lori Jean Dillon (nee Stubblefield)Lori Jean Dillon (nee Stubblefield), 41, passed away on September 1, 2009. Lori was loved by her family and many friends. She had a special love for her 3 dogs, Pretty Girl, Little Boy, and Honey Bear. Lori was preceded in death by her mother, Karen Shelton. Survivors include her father and stepmother, Jerry and Charlotte...

Russell Thomas HartRussell Thomas Hart, 49, of Akron, passed away unexpectedly on August 31, 2009. Russell was born December 5, 1959. He was employed by Uniontown Septic and was a longstanding member of the Mogadore Moose #1082. In his free time, he enjoyed golfing and bowling and was an avid OSU fan. He was preceded in death by his father,...

Byron "Dean" BirminghamByron "Dean" Birmingham, 61, passed away on August 30, 2009. Dean was a member of Springfield Assembly of God. He was the owner of Brown St. Café and enjoyed riding motorcycles. Preceded in death by his son Byron Dean, Jr.; parents Fern and John; and brothers David, Dennis, and Darrell. Survivors include his wife Pamela; daughter Nancy (Floyd)...

Fern R. WyantFern R. Wyant, 85, of Akron, passed away August 27, 2009. She was born February 5, 1924 in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. Fern was a talented seamstress and had a love of flowers and gardening. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother and will be missed by all who knew her. Fern was preceded in death by her husband,...

Robert B. ThompsonRobert B. Thompson, 79, passed away August 30, 2009. He was preceded in death by his son, Jeffrey A.; parents, James and Jane; brothers, John, Thomas, James, Orie, Harry, Marvin and Norman; and sister, Alberta. Bob is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Nellie; daughter, Debra (Daniel) Jernigan; sons, Robert and Mark (Rachelle) Thompson; grandchildren, Jessica...