Clifford M. Booth Clifford M. Booth, 59, passed away on June 1, 2007. He was a 1965 graduate of East High School and a veteran of the Vietnam war, having served with the US Navy. He retired from the Akron Police Department. Clifford was a member of Masonic Lodge-Coventry, Royal Arch Masons-Portage Chapter No. 202, Tadmor Shrine, and Scottish Right-Valley...

Dorothy E. BrillhartDorothy E. Brillhart, 68, of Barberton, passed away June 3, 2007 at Essex Health Care of Tallmadge. She was born January 14, 1939 in Salem, Ohio. Dorothy was preceded in death by her father, John K. Cox; mother, Zeletta (Walker) Hankison; sons, David Allen and John K. Brillhart. She is survived by her son, Bill Brillhart (Lori Rogers)...

Dorothy L. Smith Dorothy L. Smith, 91, went home to be with her Lord on June 3, 2007. She was born in Martins Ferry, OH on February 29, 1916 to the late Charles and Flora Anderson. She was a member of Harvestime Apostolic Temple and was very devoted to her family and church family. In addition to her parents, she...

Ida Mae PeticcaIda Mae Peticca, 79, of Akron, passed away June 3, 2007 at Magnolia Village Retirement Community in Wadsworth. She was born February 7, 1928 in West Jefferson, Ohio to the late Guy & Minnie Stump. Ida was a beloved mother and grandmother. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Guy Stump, Jr.;...

Charles A. FowlerCharles A. Fowler, 66, a 30 year resident of Mogadore, passed away June 2, 2007. Charles is preceded in death by his father Paul S. Fowler. He is survived by his wife, of 46 years, Carol (nee Jenkins); mother Myrtle Fowler; brother Paul (Paulette) Fowler; children Carolyn (Mark) Blankenship, Kim (Jeff) Headley, Barbara (Kevin) Mollohan and Charles Fowler;...

Clyde D. StephensClyde D. Stephens, 79, of Springfield Township, passed away June 2, 2007 at Essex Health Care of Tallmadge. He was born and raised in Akron, Ohio and attended Hotchkiss Elementary School and East High School. Clyde retired from General Tire as an Executive Chauffeur. He had is own Chauffeur business for 15 years serving all major Rubber Companies....

Carl O. TothCarl O. Toth, 78, of Mogadore passed away June 2, 2007. Carl served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He retired from Roadway with 25 years of service. Carl attended the Highview Ave Baptist Church and was a member of the American Legion and a retired Teamster. He is preceded in death by his parents...

Robert V. KazarRobert V. Kazar, 79, of Akron passed away June 2, 2007. Robert was born to the late William and Anne Rose Kazar and raised in Battle Creek, MI. He retired from Babcock & Wilcox after 38 years of service. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, member and usher at St. Matthew Church. He enjoyed golfing,...

James A. PatucJames A. Patuc, 53, passed away on May 31, 2007. Born in Akron on February 21, 1954 to the late Steven and Thelma Patuc. James worked for Buckeye Waste Industries. He was an avid fisherman and spent many weekends fishing on Wingfoot Lake with his best friend Jack Machamer. James also loved football, especially the Pittsburgh Steelers. In...

David J. BestDavid J. Best, 45, of Norton, passed away May 28, 2007. David will always be remembered for his love of family and the outdoors. He was a wonderful husband, father and a good friend to many. David was preceded in death by his brothers, Robert and John Best; and nephew, Jamie Best. He is survived by his loving...

Lynda GreenLynda Green passed from this life into the arms of our Heavenly Father on May 28, 2007. She was born November 6, 1948. Lynda worked for Summa for 33 years, most recently at Cuyahoga Falls General Hospital in the Security Department. She leaves her sisters, Barbara Miller of Springfield Township, Elaine Brightwell of Buhl ID; brothers, Ray Terrill of...

Jay Reed KogerJay Reed Koger, 79, of Akron, passed away May 24, 2007. He was born May 19, 1928 in Albany, Kentucky but spent most of his life in Akron, Ohio where he worked in the Rim Plant at Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. for over 20 years. He enjoyed his friends and loved his family, especially his two grandchildren,...

Pauline T. Lowe (nee Kraus) "Polly"Pauline T. Lowe (nee Kraus) "Polly", 63, passed away peacefully in her home on May 24, 2007 after a courageous 2 1/2 year battle with cancer. She was born on July 1, 1943. Polly will be remembered as a caring and generous person. She was well loved by all who knew her and will be...

Irvin P. MishlerIrvin P. Mishler, 90, of Akron, passed away May 28, 2007. Irvin was born on July 1, 1916 in Berlin, PA. He moved to Akron in 1953 and began working for Ford Motor Co. in 1954. He retired in 1981 after 27 years of service. Irvin was a member of East Market Street Church of God. In his...

Paul Edward CrawfordPaul Edward Crawford, 61, passed away May 24, 2007. Paul was born on April 24, 1946 in Uniontown, PA. He proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corp in Vietnam. Paul belonged to the Marine Corp League and the American Legion. He was preceded in death by his father, William Crawford; mother, Margaret Prince (nee Jaynes); and stepfather, Jason...

John J. RoccoJohn J. Rocco, passed away on May 23, 2007. John was a member of the United Auto Workers Local 420 and retired from Ford Motor Co. in 2000. He was an advocate of the outdoors and enjoyed all aspects of nature. Preceded in death by his father John Rocco; mother Mae Perkins; stepfather Henry Perkins; and brother Bill...

John T. "Jack" Taylor John T. "Jack" Taylor, 81, of Akron, passed away on Saturday, May 19, 2007. He was born in Akron on June 17, 1925 to the late Virgil and Mary Ann Taylor. Jack attended Immaculate Conception Church. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed traveling, gardening, fishing and boating. He retired from Akron Welding & Spring following...

Kimberly Beth Glass-NewellKim, 40, lost her three year battle with brain cancer. She was preceded in death by her beloved mother, Tina Farrer; dad, Billy Glass; and niece, Katie Morrison. She is survived by her beloved husband, Donald Mark Newell; son, Brian Cofer; daughter, Zoe Newell; stepdaughters, Jessica and Danielle Newell, all of Akron; grandparents, Jim and Diane Berhern of...

Perry Acy Armes "Paw Paw"Perry Acy Armes "Paw Paw", 66, went to Heaven on May19, 2007 at Akron General Medical Center after an 8 month courageous battle with cancer. Perry was born on October 3, 1940 in Richlands, Virginia. He served several years with the United States Army and resided in Germany during that time. Perry lived most of his...

Joseph "Joe" Jennings Sears Joseph "Joe" Jennings Sears, 73, passed away on May 19, 2007. He was born on July 28, 1933 in Hallburg, WV to the late Gilbert and Dola Sears. Joe was a devoted husband and father and an avid sports fan. He worked for 15 years at Acme grocery store and later retired from Goldsmith and Eggelton...