Connie S. Elliott (nee Ratliff)Connie S. Elliott, 58, went to be with Jesus on August 3, 2007. She is survived by her loving husband, Gregory Elliott. She leaves her son, Mickey Paolucci and daughter, Cindy Robertson. She leaves five brothers and three sisters. Memorial services will be held at Gateway Ministries, 661 E. Exchange St., Akron, OH 44306 on Saturday,...

Valley A. PhillipsValley A. Phillips, 88, of Akron, passed away at home surrounded by loving family and friends on August 7, 2007. Valley will always be remembered for her love of cooking and entertaining. She always had a story to share with family and friends. Above all, she was a wonderful mother and grandmother and will be missed by all...

George L. StallardGeorge L. Stallard, 68, of Akron, went home to be with Jesus on August 7, 2007. George was born August 14, 1938 in Wise Co., VA. He was employed in real estate for over 35 years, most recently with Pat Boyle Realty. George was a member of the Mogadore Moose 1082 and the Ellet Senior Center. In his...

Joseph Gage Joseph Gage, 73, passed away on August 7, 2007. He was born on December 14, 1933 to the late Anthony Gage and Mary Gage-Bruno. Joseph was a member of Painters Union 841 and enjoyed golf, horses, and playing cards. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sisters Lena Tomei and Rose Simko; and brother...

Ralph Edward MonkRalph Edward Monk, 78, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord onAugust 6, 2007. He was born January 8, 1929 in Akron, Ohio to the late Edward & Mary (Timberlake) Monk. Ralph was a veteran of WWII having proudly served with the U.S. Army and later retired from Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. after 30 years...

Phillip Andrew Berish, Sr. Phillip Andrew Berish, Sr., 41, went home to be with the Lord on August 6, 2007. He was a very loving, very loved, and very devoted father, husband, son, brother, and uncle. Phillip was employed by Tallmadge Asphalt. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and was always very involved in all of his children's sports...

Charles W. "Bud" Ross, Jr. Charles W. "Bud" Ross, Jr., 75, passed away on August 5, 2007, at home. He was born on April 9, 1932 in Akron to the late Charles and Alice Ross. Bud graduated from Springfield High School in 1952 where he played football, baseball, and ran track. He served in Germany with the US Army from...

Frances M. GeorgeFrances M. George, 81, passed away August 3, 2007. Frances was a graduate of West High School in Akron. She worked for Western Union in both Akron and New York City during WWII and the United States Postal Service where she was the former Postmaster in Lakemore Ohio. She was a member of the New Horizons Christian Church,...

Myron "Jerry" ThomasMyron "Jerry" Thomas, 83, of Hartville, passed away August 1, 2007 at Akron City Hospital. He was born August 28, 1923 to the late Levi & Cleora (Sese) Thomas. Jerry retired from the U.S. Army after 21 years of service as a 1st Sergeant having served in WWII and two tours in Vietnam. He was a member of...

Grace E. Merrell Grace E. Merrell, 85, passed away on August 1, 2007. She was born in Akron on November 29, 1921 to the late Dennis and Anna Dobbins. Survivors include daughter Dixi Poth; nephew Dr. Kenneth (Jeanine) Dobbins; sisters Edith (Clarence) Kanipes and Florence Moreck; brother Robert (Eula) Dobbins; grandchildren Lori (Shawn) Reilly, Michael (Shannon) Poth, and Steve (Cassie)...

Heather Louise (Snyder) NeesHeather Louise (Snyder) Nees, 31, of Akron, passed away August 1, 2007 at Akron City Hospital. She was born February 1, 1976 in Akron, Ohio. Heather attended CVCA and finished 2nd in the state with FLBA. She also lettered in academics. Heather was an avid reader; was active in her youth group; was a puppeteer with Kids...

Ruth E. Blankenship (Gibson) Ruth E. Blankenship (Gibson), 69, passed away on July 30, 2007. She was born in Barberton on October 24, 1937 to the late Henry and Florence Gibson. Ruth was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend who loved and cherished her family. She is survived by her husband Donald of 53 years; daughters Karin (Jeff)...

Yolanda M. DerrigYolanda M. Derrig, 84, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on July 31, 2007. She was born October 21, 1922 to the late Theresa and Luigi Scalzo. She was a loving, selfless woman who lived to serve her Lord and love and care for her family. Her giving had no bounds. She was a lifetime...

Raymond K. SteinwandRaymond K. Steinwand, 79, of Akron, passed away July 31, 2007 at Akron City Hospital. He was born January 6, 1928 in North Dakota to the late Frank & Nellie (Bauckland) Steinwand. Ray spent many years as a carpenter, building many homes in the Akron area. He loved to play pinocchle and dancing with the gang at Kimbolton....

Otmer "Ott" WilliamsOtmer "Ott" Williams, 79, of Akron, Ohio, passed away July 28, 2007 at Summa Hospital Palliative Care Unit after a long illness. Ott moved to Orlando, Florida in 1972 after the Taystee Bakery closed and returned last October to be close to his family. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Wilma; his two sons and...

Florence G. MillerFlorence G. Miller, 86, of Ravenna, passed away July 25, 2007 at Maple Wood Care Center in Streetsboro. She was born November 7, 1920 in Akron, Ohio to the late Charles & Dolly (Wright) Knox. Florence worked as a cashier for Skorman's Miracle Mart until retiring in 1977. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death...

Clarice Presley Clarice Presley, 79, passed away on July 25, 2007. She fought a long, valiant battle with cancer and diabetes, and is finally free of pain and suffering. Clarice retired from Kroger's after 27 years of service. She was a longtime member of New Horizons Christian Church and truly loved and appreciated her church family. She enjoyed spending time...

Earl D. LowtherEarl D. Lowther, 73, passed away July 24, 2007 after a courageous two year long battle with cancer. Earl was born in Akron, Ohio on July 23, 1934. He was a Marine who proudly served his country in the Korean War. He retired from Ford Motor Company (Walton Hills Stamping Plant) in January of 1989 after 30 years...

Cheryl L. HuntSurrounded by her loving family, Cheryl L. Hunt, 64, lifelong resident of Suffield, passed away July 23, 2007 at Hospice Care Center. She was born February 9, 1943 in Akron, Ohio. Cheryl enjoyed golf, gardening of both flowers and vegetables, vacationing, especially in Vegas, Hawaii and Cancun. She was heavily involved in the community with the Suffield Jaycees...

William T. ArmstrongWilliam T. Armstrong, 74, of Akron, went to be in Heaven on July 23, 2007. Bill retired from Reiter Dairy and was also employed as a house painter. He was a member of Lighthouse Pentecostal Church of God Mt Assembly, where he was an assistant pastor and song leader. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather and...