Harry M. "Doc" DaughertyHarry M. Daugherty, 84, passed away June 1 at Akron City Hospital with his family by his side. Preceded in death by Jackie (first wife of 41 years); brother, Earl; son, Larry; granddaughter, Kristina Carano. Survived by loving wife of 22 years, Joan; sons, Ken (Mari), Jason (Valaree) Jones; brother, Wilbur (Jenny) of Canton; grandchildren, Doc and...

Chester N. Britton, Jr.Chester N. Britton, Jr., 38, of Akron, passed away unexpectedly on May 25, 2008. He was born March 18, 1970 in Barberton, Ohio. Chester graduated from Central Hower High School in 1989. He loved to fish, play BINGO, listen to music, eat and play practical jokes. Chester was preceded in death by his father, Chester Britton, Sr.;...

Raymond E. "Skeeter" TaylorRaymond E. "Skeeter" Taylor, 66, passed away on May 29, 2008 in his home after a courageous struggle with lung cancer. Born in Akron on January 8, 1942, he remained a resident. He was a member of the Army-Navy 273 as well as the Mogadore Moose 1082 for many years. He will be remembered for his life...

Linda S. OrmistonLinda S. Ormiston, 51, died May 27, 2008 after living with cancer for 4 years. Linda was born March 17, 1957, to Donald & Billie (Dean) Ormiston in Columbus, Ohio. She grew up in Dayton and Oxford, Ohio. Linda was a spelling bee champion and a 1975 graduate of Talawanda High School in Oxford. She earned an associate...

Sean Michael MatosSean Michael Matos, 27, of Mogadore, passed away May 27, 2008. Sean was born March 14, 1981 in San Diego, California. He was employed as an HVAC service technician at The K Company, a job he loved dearly. He really enjoyed fishing, playing football and especially photography. He was known for his beautiful smile and for making people...

Ronald OxleyRonald Oxley, 92, of Akron, passed away May 27, 2008. Ronald was born February 17, 1916 in Griffithsville, West Virginia. He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1944-1946. Ronald worked in many fields throughout his life. He was a machinist and a mechanic in industry and at Akron University. He also taught mechanical skills in the Akron Public...

Joseph T. KarpelJoseph T. Karpel, 84, of Akron, passed away May 28, 2008 at the Hospice Care Center. He was born July 26, 1923 in Starford, Pennsylvania to the late Joseph Andrew & Agatha Marie (Pesto) Karpel. Joseph served in the U.S. Army during WWII and later worked for Goodyear Aerospace before retiring. He was a long time member of...

Hazel A. Pumphrey Hazel A. Pumphrey, 88, passed away on May 26, 2008. She was born on January 10, 1920 in Ripley, WV. Hazel was a member of Green Baptist Church. She retired from the Connie Shop after 20 years of service and enjoyed quilting, canning and puzzles. Preceded in death by her parents; her husband George; son Ronald; and...

Carol A. PeddleCarol A. Peddle, 55, of Norton, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday evening, May 24, 2008 at home. She was born March 2, 1953 in Barberton, Ohio. Carol was a devoted wife and mother. She was a free spirit who expressed herself eloquently in verse and had open ears and an open heart to anyone who needed her. She...

Frank Domany, Jr. "Uncle Frankie"There will be less laughter in the world, but more smiles in heaven.Frank Domany, Jr., 86, of Akron, passed away May 22, 2008 at the Cleveland Clinic. He was born September 2, 1921 in Akron, Ohio to the late Frank & Theresa Domany, Sr. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII in the Pacific with...

Darrell R. AkersDarrell R. Akers, 73, of Akron, passed away May 25, 2008. Darrell was born June 1, 1934 in Beckley, West Virginia. He proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corp during the Korean War. He retired from City Car Releasing. In his free time, Darrell enjoyed crafting and gardening, also riding his John Deere tractor. He was like a...

Michele Yvonne Kyle (Stock)Michele Yvonne Kyle (Stock), 44, passed away unexpectedly on May 23, 2008. She was born on July 12, 1963 and was a lifetime resident of the area. She graduated from Ellet High School in 1981. Michele was the beloved daughter of John D. and Charlotte R. Stock; the loving sister of Denise Stock (Vinnie Pesko), John Jr....

Daniel Joseph McCarthyDaniel Joseph McCarthy, Jr, 78, passed away Saturday morning, May 24, 2008, at the Hospice Care Center on Ridgewood Road, Akron, Ohio. He was born June 24, 1929, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to the late Daniel Joseph Sr. and Hellen McCarthy. He attended West High School in Cleveland, Ohio and later attended Baldwin Wallace College. He was married to...

Belinda Marie DalinaBelinda Marie Dalina (Linda), 57, went home to Heaven on May 23, 2008 after a very short, courageous battle with cancer. She was born August 1, 1950 to the late Clarence and Mary (Dadovich) Brinley. She was preceded in death by her grandparents and eldest brother, Tom Brinley. She is survived by her sisters, Kathy House, Debbie (Bob)...

Esther Caroline PotterEsther Caroline Potter, 75, of Akron, passed away May 23, 2008 at the Hospice Care Center. She was born July 27, 1932 to the late Raymond & Mildred Burman. Esther worked as a telephone operator at Akron Children's Medical Center. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, James Burman; and sisters, Jean...

Irene BakerIrene Baker, 89, of Akron, passed away May 22, 2008 with her family by her side. Irene retired from Akron General Medical Center with over 20 years of service. She was preceded in death by her son, Charles Baker. She is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, Raymond; daughters, Carolyn (Dennis) Dostal and Charlene (Virgle) Snyder; granddaughters,...

James K. "Ken" MagillJames K. "Ken" Magill, 74, of Akron, passed away May 20, 2008 at his residence. He was born August 22, 1933 in Baltimore, Maryland to the late Harry Simpson & Margaret Elizabeth (Devese) Magill. Ken was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was a skipper on a family owned 85 foot schooner that was in many...

Lillian MorrisLillian Morris went home to be with the Lord on May 18, 2008. When asked how old she was, she said she was old enough to know better. Lillian was preceded in death by her father, Delbert Morris; mother, Opal Morris; brothers, Ray, Roy, and Richard Morris. She is survived by her sister, Loretta Westfall. Special thanks to her...

Ruth HoseyRuth Hosey, 80, of Akron, passed away May 20, 2008. Ruth was born November 27, 1927 in Centralia, West Virginia. She worked as a waitress at various restaurants for most of her life. She loved flowers and spent many hours tending to her garden. She also enjoyed bingo and was known as the "Angel Lady" at the bingo hall...

Elisabeth A. WilliamsElisabeth A. Williams, 78, of Akron, passed away May 20, 2008 at Hospice Care Center. She was born July 26, 1929 in Hamburg, Germany coming to America in 1953. Elisabeth retired from Goodyear Aerospace. In her free time, she loved sailing, camping, gardening and the outdoors. She was a great authentic German cook. Elisabeth was preceded in death...