Doris L. MartindaleDoris L. Martindale, 86, of Akron, passed away March 17, 2007. Doris will always be remembered for her caring and generous personality and for her devotion to her family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur M. Martindale; sons, Arthur M. Martindale, Jr. and Bobby Zeman; and granddaughter, Karen Motley. She is survived by her children,...

June Petty(insert photos with caption: "Together Again") June Petty, 79, of Lakemore, passed away March 18, 2007. June was born April 26, 1927 in McGuffey, OH to the late Ernest and Mary Parr. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Petty; brothers, Jesse, Andy, Alan, Bob, and Dewey Parr; and sisters, Ida Bell and...

Ralph W. Krausman, Jr.Ralph W. Krausman, Jr., 54, of Akron, passed away March 15, 2007. Ralph was born in Akron on June 1, 1952. He was preceded in death by his father, Ralph W. Krausman, Sr. and brother, David Krausman. He will be deeply missed by his mother, Katherine Krausman; sister, Cynthia (Dennis) Edwards; nephews, Telly and Ryan; and great-nephew,...

Fred K. Johnson On March 13, 2007, Fred K. Johnson, 62, succumbed to injuries sustained in a house fire on October 29, 2006. He was preceded in death by his father, Thomas W. Johnson; brother, Thomas R. Johnson; daughter, Marcee F. Kalil; and son-in-law, Joseph P. Kalil. He is survived by his mother, Mildred Johnson of St. Marys, OH; daughter,...

Kyle Dillard Freeman Kyle Dillard Freeman, 68, passed away on March 14, 2007. He was born on April 19, 1938 to the late Henry and Aimee (Parris) Freeman. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Patricia Blankenship. Survivors include his wife of 25 years, Milly; daughters Lynn DeLuca, Debbie (Steve) Fern, Kathy (Kevin) Loop,...

Sandra Lee Campbell (nee Burkett) Sandra "Sandy" Campbell (nee Burkett), 64, of Ellet, passed away on March 10, 2007, after a long battle with cancer. Sandy was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She was born in Akron, Ohio on February 9, 1943 and graduated in 1961 from Ellet High School. She attended Hammel-Actual Business College where she met her...

LuVernia Potts LuVernia Potts, 96, passed away on March 12, 2007. Born on January 31, 1911 in West Virginia, LuVernia had been an Akron resident for many years. She worked for Lawson's Milk Company for many years. LuVernia thoroughly enjoyed every episode of "The Price is Right" and had a great love for playing Bingo. She was a clever, ingenious...

Ruth C. PickenpaughRuth C. Pickenpaugh, 85, of Stow, formerly of Spring Park in St Clairsville, OH, passed away at her residence on March 10, 2007. Ruth was a hard worker her whole life from raising her family to her love of working outside. She loved spending as much time as she could with her family and friends. Ruth was an...

Paul J. LisicPaul J. Lisic, 84, passed away March 11, 2007. He was a lifelong resident of Akron and a graduate of East High School. Paul retired from Goodyear Tire in 1979 with 40 years of service. Paul served as a Sergeant in the Army during WWII's Normandy Invasion. He was a charter member of the Airport VFW Post 8975....

Richard William Bell "AWOL"Richard William Bell, lovingly known as "AWOL", passed away early Wednesday morning. A lifelong resident of Lakemore, AWOL was known for his heart of gold, always lending a helping hand to anyone in need. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert William Bell and mother-in-law, Marie Schrader. At 50 years young, AWOL is survived by...

Theresa Marie Bair (Grudowski)Theresa Marie Bair, 75, of Akron, passed away March 7, 2007. Theresa was born in N. Braddock, PA on June 21, 1931 to the late Frank and Madelyn Grudowski. She was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church. She was devoted to her family and especially loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded...

Karen Y. ConnerKaren Y. Conner, 44, passed away on March 5, 2007. She was born in Wooster, Ohio on January 24, 1963. Karen had been employed as a nurse at Akron General Medical Center. She enjoyed camping and most importantly, spending time with her precious family. Karen was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother and will be missed by all...

William Dennis JacksonWilliam Dennis Jackson, Sunrise 1-7-1945, Sunset 2-22-2007. William D. Jackson was born on January 7, 1945 to Willie and Esther Jackson in Detroit, Michigan and later moved to Akron, Ohio at an early age. His mother and father preceded him in death and one sister Etta Murphy. He leaves to mourn his passing one sister, Patricia A. Poteete...

Voyt D. Hancock (Hank)Voyt D. Hancock (Hank), 81 of Springfield Township, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family and friends after a long battle with heart problems. Voyt was born in Cullman, AL to the late Ada and Robert Hancock on June 16, 1925. Hank is preceded in death by 12 brothers and sisters and 12 half brothers and...

James R. Wilson James R. Wilson, 87, passed away on March 1, 2007. He was born in Jackson, OH on January 1, 1920 to the late Walter and Grace Wilson. James was a WWII Veteran having served with the US Army Red Arrow group in the South Pacific Campaign. He retired from Akron Standard Mold after 28 years of service....

Joseph E. MorrisonJoseph E. Morrison, 73, of Akron, passed away on March 1, 2007 after a 5 year battle with cancer. He was a hard worker who was always active, busy and very strong willed. Joseph was an avid coin collector and enjoyed using his Ham radio. He was a good friend to many and especially loved his children, grandchildren...

Donald A. Cheeseman, Jr. (Donnie)Donald A. Cheeseman, Jr., 57, of Green, passed away February 26, 2007. Donnie was born September 24, 1949 to the late Don and Carrol Cheeseman, Sr. He graduated from Garfield High School and attended Akron University. He served in the U.S. Army and later worked as a manager at both Richman Bros. and J.C. Penney. He...

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...