Bernice H. SkinnerBernice H. Skinner, 74, of Akron, passed away August 28, 2007. She will always be remembered for her devotion to her family and friends. Bernice was considered a mother and grandmother to many outside of her own family. She was preceded in death by her mother, Nina Martin and son-in-law, Jim Bondurant. She will be deeply missed by...

Dion A. BasileDion A. Basile, 38, passed away August 25, 2007. Dion graduated from Mogadore High School in 1988 and from Stark Tech in 1992. He had many friends and enjoyed working with computers. He will be missed by all who knew him. Dion was preceded in death by his mother, Irene Basile and grandmother, Kathryn Basile. He is survived...

Rev. George Allen RiffleRev. George Allen Riffle, 78, of Suffield, went home to be with his Lord while surrounded by family and friends after a long illness. He was born March 19, 1929 in French Creek WV to the late John W. & Beulah (Edgel) Riffle and later served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. Rev. Riffle was...

Patricia Nan CrooksPatricia Nan Crooks, 58, of Akron, passed away on August 25, 2007 at Essex Health Care Center in Tallmadge. Patricia was a lifelong resident of Akron and graduated from Central High School in 1968. She love spending time outdoors and working outside on her gardens. She really loved flowers. Patricia was born in Medina, OH to the late...

Ben W. Gay, Jr.Ben W. Gay, Jr., 50, of Akron, passed away on Sunday, August 26, 2007 at Akron General Medical Center. Ben enjoyed programming computers and all work associated with them. He had a love for tools and enjoyed using them on home improvement projects. Ben was a very intelligent, kind, and hardworking man. Ben was a 1979 graduate...

Linda Kay Crawford (Marshall) Linda Kay Crawford (Marshall), 62, left this world to join her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on August 26, 2007. She was a member of Good News Baptist Church. Linda will be reunited with her beloved husband Kenneth H. Crawford; parents John and Freda Rose; and three sisters Dorliss, Iris, Dixie. Linda leaves behind a never...

Dianne Carol Brown (nee Harris)Dianne Carol Brown, born September 26, 1945 in Barberton, Ohio, passed away from this life into eternal on August 24, 2007. She joins the love of her life and husband of 47 years, Walter J. Brown, who preceded her on April 23, 2007. She was also preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Caroline Harris...

Maxine L. (Sheets) Young Maxine L. (Sheets) Young, 70, of Akron, passed away suddenly August 20, 2007. Maxine was employed as an editor for the Ernest Angley Ministries for many years. She was also a devoted member of their congregation and was involved in frequent missionary work and joyously served her Lord. Born on February 7, 1937 to Paul S....

James (Ronnie) WalkerJames (Ronnie) Walker, went home to the arms of Jesus and daughter and best friend, Cathi Marie Walker on August 21, 2007. Preceded in death by his brother, Dale Walker and parents, Claude D. & Lois F. Walker. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife and best friend, Nancy Smith Walker. His most cherished moments were...

Robert L. LowreyRobert L. Lowrey, 56, of Akron, passed away August 19, 2007 after a year long illness that he fought hard. He was born November 22, 1950 in Canton, Ohio. Robert enjoyed grandchildren, motorcycles and gambling at Mountaineer. He was preceded in death by his father, Eugene Lowrey; brother, Rudy Lowrey; nephew, Stephen Lowrey. Robert is survived by his...

Doris E. White (nee Oden)Doris E. White, 78, of Randolph, passed away August 19, 2007 at Akron City Hospital. She was born January 13, 1929 in Akron, Ohio to the late Oscar H. & Nellie A. Oden. Doris was a graduate of East High School Class of 1947. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother. In her free time, she...

Bernice L. MorganBernice L. Morgan, 95, of Akron, passed away August 18, 2007. Bernice was preceded in death by her husband, Alton; and children, Aileen Morgan, Jenny Channel, Edna Moroni, Peggy Davis, Gary Morgan, David Morgan, Larry Morgan, and Judy Wright. She is survived by her children, Sally Liming, Fay Marshall, and John Morgan; sisters, Bertha Foust and Marian Graham;...

Oren James HeckertOren James Heckert, 81, passed away August 18, 2007, at The Arbors of Fairlawn. Always a kind and gentle man, Oren had battled Alzheimer's disease for many years. Born in Cox Mills WV on July 4, 1926 to Carl and Gay Heckert, Oren grew up there with his eleven other siblings until going off to war at the...

Jesse K. RoarkJesse K. Roark, 75, of Coventry Twp., passed away August 17, 2007. He was born September 6, 1931 in Lego, West Virginia to the late Roy and Bonnie Roark. He served in the Air Force, where he trained airplane mechanics. Jesse retired from General Tire and Coventry Local Schools. He was a longtime member of Cathedral of Tomorrow,...

Edward C. RichardsEdward C. Richards, 64, of Rootstown, passed away August 16, 2007 at Robinson Memorial Hospital. He was born December 26, 1942 in Akron, Ohio to the late Earl & Virgie Richards. Ed served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He worked for the A.C.Y. Railroad and was a member of the Apco Club. He is survived...

Christine R. ChapmanChristine R. Chapman, 42, of Akron, passed away August 15, 2007. Chris will always be remembered for her big heart. She was thoughtful and caring and always put others before herself. She was devoted to her family and loved to spend time with her children at ICP concerts. She will be missed by all who knew her. Chris...

Jeffrey L. ChamberlinJeffrey L. Chamberlin went home to be with his loving Savior on August 13, 2007. Jeffrey is the son of the late Donald Chamberlin and survived by his mother, Honey Chamberlin; twin brother, Greg Chamberlin; sister Donna (Chamberlin) Peterson; daughters, Monique Cleverly and Mindy Barton; 5 grandchildren. Jeff was the owner of J.C. Shaver Repair and a graduate...

Dorothy E. CarrollDorothy E. Carroll, 101, of Akron, passed away August 12, 2007 at Wyant Woods Care Center. She was born June 16, 1906 in Akron, Ohio to the late Arthur & Clara (Fridinger) Corbett. Dorothy was a member of Lakemore United Methodist Church for over 75 years. She was a volunteer at Akron City Hospital for over 20 years;...

Jerry L. Kassinger, Sr. Jerry L. Kassinger, Sr., 65, passed away at home, among family and friends, on August 11, 2007, and will be missed by all. Born in Barberton on April 11, 1942. He graduated from Kenmore High and lived his whole life in Akron. He was married January 19, 1963 to Judy (nee Jones). Jerry was a barber...

Dorothy L. Potter "Dot"Dorothy L. Potter, 83, of Akron, formerly of Massillon, passed away peacefully August 8, 2007 with her daughter at her side. She was born July 6, 1924 in Massillon to the late Donald Traynor and Mabel Traynor-Strine. One of Dot's first jobs was working for the Wheeling and Lake Erie Railroad Co. She raised her family and...