Darla Jean GuarinoDevoted mother Darla Jean Guarino (nee Lenk) passed away after long illness, surrounded by her children, on July 7, 2009. Her gentle nature, strength and humor even in illness were an inspiration to us all. Born in Akron on Feb. 2, 1941, Darla loved games, reading and movies when young. Darla was a top student at St. John's...

Ronald L. GoodrichRonald L. Goodrich of Akron passed away suddenly on July 7, 2009 at Akron General Medical Center from a brain aneurysm. Ronnie was retired from Goodyear after 30 years of service as a painter. Survivors include sons Scott and wife Rose, Kenneth and wife Holly and Jerald and wife Amy. Also surviving are grandchildren Kyle, Amanda, Seth, Olivia,...

Nicholas DudikNicholas Dudik was born on a winter day December 14, 1919 in Hinckley, Ohio and passed away on a summer morning July 7, 2009 in Akron, Ohio. For 89 1/2 years, Nick Dudik always lived a full and eventful life. He enjoyed nature, science, history, and always a great meal. He was a devoted husband to Olga. They had...

Clara H. Della-SerraClara H. Della-Serra, 85, passed away on July 5, 2009. She was born in Akron on July 20, 1923. Clara enjoyed BINGO, playing cards, cooking, and spending time with her beloved grandchildren. She will be fondly remembered as a feisty individual with a good sense of humor. Preceded in death by her husband Nicholas R. Della-Serra; sons Donald...

Gary E. SullivanGary E. Sullivan, of Akron, passed away July 5, 2009. Gary was born in Akron on January 12, 1944. He enjoyed spending time outdoors, camping, and working on small motors. Gary was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Dorothy Sullivan; and sisters, Barbara Sullivan and Judy Windsor. He will be deeply missed by his loving wife...

Nellie C. KendziorNellie C. Kendzior, 89, of Akron, passed away July 4, 2009. Nellie was born September 6, 1919 in Lumberport, West Virginia. She was preceded in death by her husband, Anthony and son, Donald. She will be deeply missed by her son and daughter-in-law, Ronald and Sharon Kendzior of Dublin, Ohio; grandchildren, Dan and Rachel Kendzior; niece and nephews,...

Martha M. FaulknerMartha M. Faulkner, 82, passed away July 3, 2009 surrounded by her loving family. She traveled the world with her husband while he served in the military. Preceded in death by her husband, Jack F. Faulkner. Martha is survived by her daughter, Carol (Jimmy) Schroeder; grandsons, Rick (Michelle) Schroeder, Tim (Andrea) Schroeder and Jack (Melissa) Schroeder; great-grandchildren, Erica,...

Raymond RaffertyRaymond Rafferty, 59, passed away June 30, 2009. He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Luanne; sons, Tom and Raymond; grandchildren, Trent and Brioni; mother, Helen; and brothers, Gary and James. Cremation has taken place. NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 330-784-3334

Luther Jay SteelePassed away peacefully July 2, 2009 with his family at his side. He was 93 years old. He is survived by loving wife Dorothy he married 64 years ago. He was preceeded in death by his children John Luther (Linda) and Ronnie Jay, he is survived by children Larry (Sandy) Steele, Sandi (Bill) Bishop of Mogadore and Shirley...

David Dorain RuddockDorain Ruddock, 64, passed away July 1, 2009. He was born in Akron on August 8, 1944. A U.S. Army veteran, he was stationed in Korea and later served in the Vietnam Conflict. He was employed as a glass cutter for PPG and later as a long distance driver for Consolidated Freight. He was a past president of...

Helen D. GilbertHelen D. Gilbert, 84, of Ravenna, passed away on July 2, 2009. Helen was a quiet, pretty, small town girl who was once voted pageant queen of her hometown. There she married her husband of 63 years, a young WWII Airman. She endured the Great Depression and worked through the war as an elevator operator. Mom raised her...

Jean A. HartongJean A. Hartong passed away Saturday, June 27, 2009 at Seasons Nursing Home after a long illness. She was born on April 26, 1926 in Akron, Ohio. Jean was preceded in death by her parents, Herbert and Pearl Hartong. She is survived by her brother and his wife, Dale and Dorothy Hartong; and special niece and nephew, Tami...

Parker EvansParker Lee Evans, 73, passed away June 30, 2009 after a 5 year battle with cancer. He was born in Sutton, WV, and retired in 1999 from The Geopfert Co. Parker was a member of the New Horizons Christian Church. He was a Civil War enthusiast who loved trains, enjoyed hunting, and was a bird watcher. Preceded in death...

James Maximillian WernerJames Maximillian Werner, 83, went home to be with the Lord on June 29, 2009. James was born on July 10, 1925 to the late Maximillian and Bernadine Werner. James served with the US Army and retired from General Tire after 40 years of service. He was a member of New Horizons Christian Church. James was active in...

E. Neil ProudfootE. Neil Proudfoot, 80, passed away on June 28, 2009 after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer and Parkinson's Diseases. He was born in Belington, West Virginia on April 1, 1929. He graduated from Belington High School in 1947 and then went on to complete an Associate of Fire Science Degree at the University of Akron. Neil retired in...

Sylvia M. EvansSylvia M. Evans, 70, passed away on June 28, 2009. She was born on March 7, 1939 to the late Carsey and Loretta Harlin. Sylvia retired from Akron General Medical Center after 13 years of service. She was an avid Bingo player and loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was...

Nell R. FullerNell R. Fuller, 87, passed away on June 27, 2009. She was born on July 9, 1921 in Huntsville, AL. Nell worked at Goodyear air dock as a riveter during WWII and then as a waitress for 40 years until retirement. She was a member of The Chapel and enjoyed playing bridge. Nell was very family oriented and...

Amy B. FilingAmy B. Filing, 43, passed away on June 26, 2009. Preceded in death by her father, Jack L. Coggin. She is survived by her husband of 26 years, Daniel A. Filing; mother, Judy L. (Hank) Thompson; daughter, Shana M. Filing; sons, Daniel A. Filing, Jr. and Matthew P. Filing; brothers, David Coggin and Sean Thompson. She enjoyed spending...

John W. Morgan John W. Morgan , 63, passed away on June 26, 2009. Preceded in death by his parents, Alton and Bernice Morgan; sisters, Peggy Davis, Edna Maroni, Judy Wright, and Jenny Channel; brothers, David, Gary, and Larry Morgan. He is survived by his two daughters, Carolyn (Robert) Sutton of Lexington, VA and Wanda (Michael) Lambert of Circleville, WV;...

Esther Arlene CarpenterEsther Arlene Carpenter, 83, went home to be with the Lord on June 26, 2009. She was born in Akron on March 14, 1926. Esther was a member of Eastgate Alliance Church and enjoyed gardening, flowers, and crafts. She will be fondly remembered as a good Christian who loved the Lord and her precious family. Preceded in death...