Bertha M. PhillipsBertha M. Phillips, 96, of Brimfield, passed away September 23, 2006 at her residence. She was born July 4, 1910 in Kent, Ohio to the late Lester A. & Ethel M. (Potts) Kline. Bertha was a member of Springfield Church of the Brethren. She worked at Smith's Green House for 21 years and for P.M. Siefert Vegetable Farm...

Gloria L. Votaw (nee Lozier) Gloria L. Votaw (nee Lozier), 51, passed away on September 24, 2006, after a courageous battle with cancer. Gloria was a lifelong resident of Springfield Twp. and was a graduate of Springfield High School. She had worked at Lindsay's Amber Restaurant and Hartville Kitchen. Gloria enjoyed Cleveland Indians baseball and her dogs Bo, Puggy, and...

Brenda L. Riley Brenda L. Riley, 47, of Tallmadge, passed away on September 17, 2006. Born in Akron on January 1, 1959 to the late David Riley and Lois Davis. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her grandparents Red and Mary Boston. Survivors include her son Mitchell; brother David (Connie) Riley; sister Kim (George and...

Alan W. Verner Alan W. Verner, 52, passed away on September 18, 2006. Born March 15, 1954 in Akron to the late Wayne and Joyce Verner. Alan served with the US Army 82nd Airborne Paratroopers. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and bluegrass music. Survivors include his loving wife Denise of 14 years; son Todd Fisher; sisters Theresa (Larry) Sebrosky and Callie...

David Samuel KinseyDavid Samuel Kinsey "Dave," died on September 14, 2006 at 93 years of age. Survived by his wife, Olga (Bucky) of 61 years; son, John (Barbara); daughter, Crystal (Paul) Roberts; grandchildren, Sean, Jason (Tammy), Jeremy (Wendy) and Josh; great-grandchildren, Tyler, Madison and Ryan. Dave was never old; he just lived a long time. Always a teaser and jokester,...

Helen Marie Virginia Cottrill Helen Marie Virginia Cottrill, 80, passed away on September 17, 2006. Preceded in death by her husband Darius Noal Cottrill; parents Jahue and Meda Davis; son Harley Knight; stepson Henry Cottrill; and brother Junior Kyer. Survivors include her children Joyce Lee, Dewey Knight, Linda Swinehart, Ronnie Cottrill, Brenda Mallow, Darlene Salster, Ralph Cottrill, Shirley McCallister, and...

Kevin Pursley Kevin Pursley, 50, passed away suddenly on September 17, 2006. His passions were computers and Reservoir Park Little League Baseball. He spent so much of his time coaching, fundraising, and helping out in any way that he could. Preceded in death by his father Bernard; and grandmother Elizabeth Carson. Survivors include his mother Garnet; sisters Barbara (Ron) Gray,...

Patrick James Collins Patrick James Collins, 69, of Tallmadge, passed away on September 17, 2006. Patrick had served with the US Marines and attended First Church of the Brethren. He was an avid collector of many things and enjoyed gardening, landscaping, and traveling. Preceded in death by his wife Carol; daughter Crystal; and mother Grace. Survivors include his son Kevin...

Earl F ChafeEarl F Chafe, 73, of Lakemore passed away September 16, 2006. Earl was retired from Goodyear with 42 years of service. He was a member of the Army-Navy Club # 273, Army Veteran of the Korean War and an avid card player. He is preceded in death by his parents Augustas and Lola Chafe; wife Margaret Chafe; son...

Susan E SmithSusan E Smith 87, of Tallmadge passed away September 15, 2006. Susan was a member of Tallmadge United Methodist Church, Welsh Club, Prime Timers, Metro Parks Hiking Club and AARP. She enjoyed bowling, animals, traveling, bingo, and most of all spending time with her friends. She is preceded in death by her parents Hiram and Susie M. (Price)...

Rhonda J Hamrick-RobertsRhonda J Hamrick-Roberts, 39, passed away peacefully on September 16, 2006 after a long battle with breast caner. She was employed by the K Company Heating and Cooling who became more of a friend than an employer. She sends great graditude for all they did for her and her family. Rhonda will be deeoly missed by her three...

Helen Fay DeLongHelen Fay DeLong, 67, died September 12, 2006 at Essex Health Care Center. She was born July 17, 1939 in Lousia, KY to the late Fred & Josie (Cochran) Fannin. Helen retired from Acro Tool & Die with 35 years of service. In addition to her parents, Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Arkle DeLong in...

Jerry W. Davis Jerry W. Davis, 64, passed away on September 8, 2006. Born February 24, 1942 in Sutton, West Virginia to the late Carl and Auda Davis. Jerry served in the US Army and retired from Lockeed Martin. He was a member of the Akron Turner Club and the UAW. Jerry was an avid hunter and a wonderful father....

Thomas W. Householder "T.C."Thomas W. Householder "T.C.", 71, of Mogadore, died on September 11, 2006 at Akron General Medical Center. He was born January 10, 1935 in Akron, Ohio to the late Carl D. & Esther T. (Webb) Householder and later served in the U.S. Air Force from 1951 - 1953. Thomas retired from the Springfield Township Police Department after...

Jack W. VoorheesJack W. Voorhees, 62, passed away on September 5, 2006. He had been employed at Parker Sinclair Collins. Cremation has taken place.NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 330-784-3334.

Margie A. RileyMargie A. Riley, 72, of Stow, passed away September 9, 2006. Margie was preceded in death by her husband, William; mother, Margaret; and special friend, Cliff Morrison. She is survived by her son, David Ruester; brothers, Jerry (Marilyn) Ruester and Robert (Barbara) Ruester; grandchildren, Jeremy, Jason, and Jessica; and many nieces and nephews. Family and friends may call...

Robert M. DietzRobert M. Dietz, 84, of Tallmadge, went to be with the Lord on September 8, 2006. Robert was born June 16, 1922 in Johnstown, PA. He was a member of Ernest Angley's Grace Cathedral for 46 years, where he served as a Levite and volunteer. He retired from Diamond Crystal Salt Co. Robert is survived by his wife...

Dorothy Louise GainerDorothy Louise Gainer, 88, a resident of the Akron area for 83 years, passed away September 8, 2006. She was born December 5, 1917 in Indiana to the late Asa & Beatrice Therma (Kaufman) Garinger. Dorothy was a member of East Market Street Church of God from age 5, where she served as Church Clerk for many years...

Ruby M. AmstutzRuby M. Amstutz, 94, passed away on September 8, 2006. Born in Charleston, WV on June 13, 1912 to the late John and Laura White. Ruby had worked at Western Union in Akron for 16 years. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husbands Herbert Andrews and William Amstutz. Survivors include her daughter...

William H. HamblinWilliam H. Hamblin, 57, of Akron, went to be with the Lord on September 5, 2006. Bill retired from the U.S. Navy and earned many awards during his service. In June of 1999, Bill met his personal savior, Jesus Christ. He was a devoted member of Ernest Angley's Grace Cathedral, where he received many miracles and healings. He...