June M. (Anderson) Buttermore June M. (Anderson) Buttermore, 80, of Mogadore, passed to her eternal home on February 27, 2007. She was born in Akron and lived most of her life in Akron and Mogadore. A Foundation member of Crossroads Bible Fellowship, she also served during her lifetime as a volunteer at Stan Hywet, the American Red Cross Blood Donor...

Albert G. TaylorAlbert G. Taylor, 74, of Akron, passed away February 25, 2007. Al was born January 15, 1933 in Akron. He was the secretary to the president at Adamson United in the 50s and 60s, the office manager at Hale and Kulgren, and the telecommunications manager at Akron General Medical Center and St. Michael's Hospital. A fine pianist and...

Virgil Lee SwigerVirgil Lee Swiger, 49, of Akron, passed away February 23, 2007. Virgil was born in Cuyahoga Falls on June 21, 1957 to the late William Earl and Helen Marie Swiger. He was employed at Akron General Medical Center for the past eleven years. He will always be remembered for his devotion to his family. Virgil will be deeply...

Charles Anthony HeimCharles Anthony Heim, 65, of Akron, passed away peacefully with his family at his side on February 22, 2007. Charles was born November 22, 1941 in Barberton and lived his whole life in the area. He served in the U.S. Army for nine years during the Vietnam Conflict, earning the rank of staff sergeant. He retired from the...

Lawrence M. Knafel, Jr. Lawrence M. Knafel, Jr., 56, went home to be with the Lord on February 22, 2007, after a courageous 5 year battle with cancer. He retired from the city of Akron in 1997. He was a member of St. Matthew Parish where he was an usher since 1984. He was a member of the Knights of...

Raymond H. KutzRaymond H. Kutz, 60, of Akron, passed away February 19, 2007 at Akron City Hospital. He was born March 24, 1946 in Akron, Ohio to the late Ferdinand F. & Martha L. (Oursler) Kutz. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Danielle M. Kutz in 1999. He is survived by his daughter,...

Virginia K. ThompsonVirginia K. Thompson "Mama", 87, always the lady, passed away February 22, 2007. She was preceded in death by the love of her life, husband, Don R. and grandson, Scott D. Ramey. She is survived by her children, Don R. Thompson, Jr. and LouJuana "Wannie" Thompson; grandchildren, Don R. Thompson III, Tracy (John) Goodyear, Dana (Lisa) Thompson, Kim...

David R. Bryant David R. Bryant, 52, passed away unexpectedly on February 21, 2007. Born in Toledo, he resided in the Akron area for the past 30 years. Dave had a great love of music and nature. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Preceded in death by his father Donald. Survivors include his wife Debbie of...

Edison Julius Grizer Edison Julius Grizer, 91, passed away on February 20, 2007. He was born in Akron on June 3, 1915 to the late August J. and Margarethe Grizer. Edison was a lifelong resident of Ellet and a lifelong member of North Springfield Presbyterian Church. He retired from Reuther Mold Co. and was an avid bowler and golfer. Edison...

Ricki R. FinneyRicki R. Finney, 60, of Uniontown, passed away February 18, 2007 at Akron City Hospital. He was born July 30, 1946 in Akron to the late Charles & Eileen (Saxe) Olson. He served in the U.S. Army . Ricki retired from Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company with 32 years of service. He was a member of Adoniram Joppa...

Donald Newt Green Donald Newt Green, 69, passed away on February 18, 2007. Donald was born on April 11, 1937 in McEwen, TN. He retired from the US Postal Service after 37 years of service and worked part-time at Warehouse Distributor. Donald enjoyed being outdoors, gardening, hunting, and fishing. Survivors include his wife Mary of 48 years; sons Jeffrey (Helene)...

Mary F. Cornell (nee Pinty), 82, of Uniontown, went home to be with her Savior Jesus Christ on February 16, 2007 at Traditions Assisted Living Center. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill, in 1997. Mary is survived by her son David (Pamela) of Green; daughter Diane Merrill of Georgia. Also surviving are grandchildren Teresa Baughn, Craig (Joline)...

Vallee D. Carr Vallee D. Carr, 76, passed away on February 16, 2007. He was born in Cuyahoga Falls on June 25, 1930 to the late Franklin and Zella Mae. Vallee retired from the Pepsi Cola Co. after 28 years of service. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son Darin and sister Ann Gowin....

Arthur B. TurnerArthur B. Turner, 98, heard the call to come home on February 15, 2007. He was born August 2, 1908 in McKaysville, Georgia to Lee and Nora Turner. He was preceded in death by son, Bobby in 1992 and beloved wife, Ruby, his jewel for 66 years in 1998. He enjoyed 37 years of retirement from Adamson United...

Lawrence "Pete" Krautheim, Jr.Lawrence "Pete" Krautheim, Jr., 81, went home to be with his Lord on February 15, 2007 after courageously fighting numerous illnesses. He was born in Youngstown, Ohio and lived in Akron most of his life. Pete proudly served in the U.S. Navy during WWII and later retired from Ohio Edison after 42 years of service. He was...

Billy Hollingsworth Billy Hollingsworth, 79, passed away on February 15, 2007 after a long battle with cancer. Billy was a veteran of the Korean War having served with the US Army. He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed cars. Survivors include his wife Joan of 53 years; sons Bill and Buddy (Nita); daughters Patty (Ron) Knapik, Paula (Craig) Candle,...

Byron L. EarlenbaughByron L. Earlenbaugh, 76, of Akron, passed away February 11, 2007. Byron was a member of the Church of God on N. Arlington St. He was devoted to his family and will always be remembered as a gifted storyteller. Byron was preceded in death by his wife, Leewana. He will be deeply missed by his children, Ron (Sarah),...

Bernard E. SpringstonBernard E. Springston, 83, of Akron, passed away February 14, 2007. Bernard proudly served in the U.S. Army during World War II and later retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. He was preceded in death by his wife, Vivian; parents, Ralph and Addie; and sisters, Madeline and Ethel. He will be deeply missed by his daughters, Sharyn...

Leslie P. "Pat" Gray Leslie P. "Pat" Gray, 91, passed away on February 13, 2007. She was born in Fannin Co., GA on March 4, 1915 to the late Jehue and Ida Ware. Leslie moved to Akron in the 1950's from Georgia and worked as a waitress for 35 years. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death...

Ronald E. DavisRonald E. Davis, 52, of Akron, passed away February 12, 2007 at his residence. He was born February 21, 1954 in Akron, Ohio to the late Even & Glenda (Sweeden) Davis. Ron graduated from the University of Akron in 1977; had been a member of the Phi Sigma Kappa Fraternity; was an avid Browns fan and an original...