Ardella R. Campbell Ardella R. Campbell, 74, passed away on June 13, 2008. She was born on October 5, 1933 in Tunnelton, WV. Survived by her beloved husband Jerry of 40 years; daughter Cheryl (David) Scarpino; son David Gillman; sisters Beulah (Frank) Tiano and Mary (Robert) Williams; grandchildren Jason, Nicole, David, Desiree, and Danielle. A graveside funeral service will be...

Frederick E. Niestoeckel, Sr. "Mr. Fred"Frederick E. Niestoeckel, Sr., 88, passed away June 12, 2008. He was born in Akron on May 27, 1920 and lived in the area all of his life. He retired from BF Goodrich with 36 years of service and attended Springfield Fellowship Church. Fred enjoyed fishing, bowling, and helping with the Plus or Minus Ministry....

Linda D. Hershberger Linda D. Hershberger, 60, went Home to be with the Lord on June 11, 2008. Linda attended Brown Street Baptist Church and was a member of VFW 1070 Ladies Auxiliary. She had been employed at First Merit Bank for 29 years. Linda enjoyed country western music, crossword puzzles, and most importantly, spending time with family and friends....

Harry Nelson SchaeferHarry Nelson Schaefer, age 82, went home to be with the Lord on June 9, 2008 at Rose Lane Health Care Center after an extended illness. Born in Newcastle, PA, he was a resident of Akron for most of his life. He graduated from Ellet High School and is a former employee of Goodyear Aerospace. He was preceded...

Lois J. Grizer Lois Johnson Grizer was born in Akron, Ohio, April 24, 1916, but lived most of her life in Ellet area with her husband Edison J. Grizer for sixty-six years. She died on June 8, 2008 at Chambrel Montrose. She was a life member of the Akron Area Board of Realtors and originated the GLOW (Good Living Over...

Katherine M. BuchnerKatherine M. Buchner "Mamaw", 79, of Akron, passed away June 9, 2008 at Akron City Hospital. She was born September 28, 1928 in Sharon Center, Ohio to the late Anthony E. & Katherine (Grief) Kammer. Katherine was a graduate of Sharon High School Class of 1946. She was an inspiration to her family & friends. A woman of...

Ruth G. CaveRuth G. Cave, 99, of Akron, passed away June 8, 2008 at Akron General Medical Center. She was born October 6, 1908 in Lancaster, Ohio. Ruth's whole life centered on her family and that is where she found her most joy. She also enjoyed singing and dancing and sang on the radio with her sister in the early...

Randy R. Bailey, SrRandy R. Bailey Sr., 52, passed away unexpectedly June 7, 2008. Randy served in the Army with most of his service time spent at Ft. Hood. He is retired from Republic Waste. Randy was one who would help anyone that needed a hand. He is preceded in death by his father John Bailey and daughter Karianne. He...

Stella Trissel (Sabolesky)Stella Trissel, 87, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on June 5, 2008. She was born September 6, 1920 to the late John and Lottie Skapsik in Maynard, Ohio and lived most of her life in the Akron area. She was preceded in death by her brothers, John and Henry Skapsik; sister, Anna Dubravetz; and...

Kathleen Lowrey Kathleen Lowrey, 55, of Akron, passed away June 4, 2008 after a long illness that she fought hard. She was born March 19, 1953 in Akron, OH. Kathleen was a long-time member of the Akron Turner Club and enjoyed her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father, Carl Newberry; husband , Robert Lowrey, Sr.; and son,...

Michael L. ShenigoMichael L. Shenigo, 40, of Suffield, passed away June 3, 2008. He was born September 26, 1967 in Cuyahoga Falls OH. Michael graduated from Field High School where he was active in sports and later was a Magna Cum Laude graduate from the University of Akron. He worked as an accountant with the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co....

Phyllis Jane O'Dell Phyllis Jane O'Dell passed away on June 4 at age 90. Phyllis was a loving, kind and gentle lady who loved life and all the good things it had to offer. Her ever present sense of humor, her laughter, her grace, and her warmth were inherent qualities that made her a friend to all she met. She...

NANNIE (MAMA) LOUISE (EATON) MARTIN Papa and God saw that you were getting tired. So God put his arms around you and whispered "Come home to me" Papa is waiting for you. With tearful eyes, we watched you suffer and see you fade away. Although we loved you dearly we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating,...

Donna Dee Carpenter "Deedie"Donna Dee Carpenter, "Deedie", 87, passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on May 31, 2008, after a short illness. She was born July 15, 1920 in Anniston, AL to the late John and Laura Massey. She has been an area resident for over 60 years. During WWII, she worked on the US Army post at...

Guy O. MillerGuy O. Miller, 80, went home to be with the Lord, suddenly on Saturday, May 31, 2008. He was born in Mouth of Seneca, WV. to the late Winnie and Willie Miller. He lived in the Akron area for over 50 years. Guy worked for what is now called Ameri Gas for 40 years and retired as a...

Shirley E. (Robinson) Pinkel (Esler)Shirley E. Pinkel passed away June 1, 2008. Her sparkling blue eyes first opened 82 years ago in Sample, PA. The family moved to the Springfield Lake area in Akron, OH where Shirley grew up with her eight brothers and three sisters. She married her high school sweetheart, Kenneth Lee Robinson (deceased) and is survived by...

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...