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...

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)...