Phillip A. ThompsonPhillip A. Thompson, age 64, died Dec. 2 after a short illness. Phillip was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He graduated from the University of Akron with a Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education, and retired after 39 years of service from Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. Phillip was a loving and giving brother, uncle and friend....

Jeremy Michael BurkettJeremy Michael Burkett, 28, of Akron, passed away December 2, 2008. Jeremy is survived by his parents, three sisters, two nephews, one niece, his girlfriend and three children, and many other relatives and friends. Family and friends may call on Sunday from 2 4 and 6 8 p.m. and Monday from 12:30 1:30 p.m. at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME,...

Mary Louise Pfahler Mary Louise Pfahler, 76, passed away on December 3, 2008. She was a loving grandmother and great-grandmother and enjoyed gardening, nature, crafts, and crocheting. She will be remembered as a generous soul who gave to many. Preceded in death by her husband Hugo; sons Michael and Kevin; and brother Wally. Survivors include sons Walle (Paula) and Tony...

Timothy Paul LoshTimothy Paul Losh, 49, of Akron, passed away December 1, 2008. Tim was born in Dallas, Texas on December 28, 1958. He worked at Firestone Country Club for ten years. In his free time he loved spending time outdoors, fishing, camping, and riding his motorcycle. Tim was preceded in death by his father, Donal Losh and his grandparents,...

Verona "Vernie" M. Corall Verona "Vernie" M. Corall, 79, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2008, surrounded by the love of her family. Vernie was born in Johnstown, PA on January 10, 1929. Her family moved to Akron in June of 1943 where she met the love of her life, Lawrence "Larry" Corall in July of 1943. They dated through...

Patricia A. "Pat" Ochsenbein (Donner)Patricia A. "Pat" Ochsenbein, 76, of Springfield Township, passed away November 30, 2008. Born October 25, 1932 in Barberton, Ohio to the late Orin & Dorothy (Ferguson) Donner. Pat was a past member of the Eastern Star at Portage Lakes. She was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Lawrence Ochsenbein in 2004; and...

Mildred RidenourMildred Ridenour, 87, of Akron, passed away November 28, 2008. Mildred was born on December 24, 1920 in Weaver, West Virginia. She was a longtime member of Home Missionary Baptist Church. She had many interests, including camping and putting together puzzles. Mildred will always be remembered for her generous and helpful spirit and will be missed by all who...

Kenneth CraftKen Craft, 47, of Akron, passed away November 27, 2008. Ken was born in Tallmadge on November 8, 1961. He graduated from Tallmadge High School in 1980 and was employed as a machinist at Allen Aircraft. Ken was an Eagle Boy Scout and enjoyed bicycling and canoeing. He was preceded in death by his sister, Virginia Craft Parr. He...

Larry CarrLarry Carr, 61 yrs. old, passed away suddenly on Nov. 26. Larry was born in Akron, OH and graduated from Mogadore High School and Akron U. He was employed by Roadway and ABF Trucking. He was a member and usher at Akron Baptist Temple and a 32nd Degree Mason. Larry served our country in the National Guard. Larry was...

Sharon S. Bragg Sharon S. Bragg, 59, passed away on November 26, 2008. She is survived by her daughter Becky Bragg; son Dan (Jackie); brothers Roy (Terry), John (Brenda), Richard Allen, and David Edward Butler; granddaughter Makayla Houston; and best friend Bill Arter. A memorial service will be held Monday, 6 p.m., at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd....

Felicia A. SummersFelicia A. Summers, 97, of Akron, passed away November 26, 2008. Felicia was born in Akron on December 6, 1910 to the late Frank and Flora Steyer. She was a quiet, unassuming lady and will always be remembered for her generous spirit. She was a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother and will be missed by all who knew...

Pierce A. Moseley Pierce A. Moseley, 87, crossed peacefully over with family and friends at his side on November 25, 2008. He was met on the other side by his dear mother and father Elizabeth and Thomas Moseley; his son Kenneth; brothers George, Carl, Robert, and A.J.; sisters Mae, Doris, Louise, and Daisy. He will be remembered for his kind...

Dean A. PrattDean A. Pratt, age 43, passed away Nov. 26, 2008. Dean had a strong compassion for the mentally challenged and disabled and worked in that field for 20 years. He will be remembered by his family and friends for his sense of humor and love of those around him. He is survived by his daughters, Courtney, Morgan, and...

Michael L. "Motor" SmithMichael L. "Motor" Smith, age 60, went home to be with the Lord on Nov. 21, 2008. Veteran of the U.S. Army 82nd Airborne. Preceded in death by son, Michael L. Smith, Jr. Survived by his loyal companion of 37 years, Edith A. Smith; sons, Phillip "Ray", and James Smith; stepdaughters, Jackie Lynn, Alexis "Tool Box", and...

Viola F. CapodiciViola F. Capodici, 84, of Hudson, Ohio, passed away November 25, 2008 at Cuyahoga Falls General Hospital. She was born January 16, 1924 to the late Corrodino & Maria (Cannito) Pergola. Viola was raised in Union City, New Jersey and had worked at Duro-Test Co. for over 35 years as a Shop Steward. In addition to her parents,...

Bernice Saunders (nee Osborne)Bernice Saunders, 95, passed away November 25, 2008. She was born in Elizabeth, West Virginia on January 15, 1913. She worked at the Mohawk Tire and Rubber Co for 37 years, then became president of the Mohawk 20 Year Club and the Mohawk Retirees Club. Bernice was a charter member of the Ellestar Chapter 565 Order of...

Harold W. Gooden Harold W. Gooden, 84, passed away on November 25, 2008. Harold was a Veteran of WWII, having served with the US Navy. He retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company with over 30 years of service. Harold was a member of Springfield Baptist Church and the Masonic Lodge. He enjoyed fishing, camping, music, playing the violin and...

Mary SaboMary Sabo, 80, of Akron, passed away November 22, 2008 at AlterCare of Cuyahoga Falls. She was born January 23, 1928 in Pinebluff, West Virginia to the late Paul & Dora (Babos) Sabo. Mary graduated from Farmington High School in West Virginia. She later was the owner/operator of Mary's Place on S. Main St. In addition to her parents,...

Shelton L. HartlineShelton L. "Buck" Hartline, 95, of Munroe Falls, passed away November 21, 2008 at Hospice Care Center. He was born September 27, 1913 in Ida, Alabama to the late Wallace & Lavonia (Gifford) Hartline. Buck proudly served in the U.S. Army during WWII with the 771st Battalion. He drove a semi truck up until he was 82 years...

Leeta Ki Simich (nee Hartman) Leeta Ki Simich (nee Hartman), 70, went home to be with the Lord on November 20, 2008, in Akron, OH. Leeta was born in Akron and was a lifelong resident. She was a graduate of Central High School. Preceded in death by her parents, Lydia and Kie; and nephew Brian Hartman. She is survived by...