"TOGETHER AGAIN" Mary Jane Christner Mary Jane Christner, 71, died peacefully at home, surrounded by her much loved family, on December 13, 2006. Born in Somerset County, PA but resided in Akron for most of her life. She retired from Summit Grinding after 25 years of service. Her loving and unselfish acts touched many lives, often times anonymously. Even nearing...

Donald E. "Don" Selby Donald E. "Don" Selby, 54, passed away on December 14, 2006, after a brief illness. Born February 22, 1952 to the late Paul and Mary Jean Selby. Donald was a life resident of Akron and graduated from Ellet High School in 1971. He was the previous owner/operator of Fiesta Pizza and Chicken in Ellet for 25...

Dorothy A. Six, 79, passed away on December 11, 2006. Born September 17, 1927 in Pulaski,VA to the late Robert and Maude Hall. Dorothy was a member of Grace Baptist Church and enjoyed quilting, gardening, and spending time with her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by 3 sisters and 7 brothers. Survivors include her...

Harold Dillon "Skip" Gray Harold Dillon "Skip" Gray, 63, passed away on December 11, 2006. Harold was a very loving father who had a passion for life. Harold served with the US Navy aboard the USS Independence. He was an antique dealer, collector, and avid ebayer. Harold enjoyed dancing and Rockabilly music. Preceded in death by his father Harold E....

Barbara J. Core Barbara J. Core, 69, passed away on December 10, 2006. Born in Akron on October 2, 1937 to the late Harry Johnston and Dorothy Boden. Barbara was a woman of great strength and a fierce friend. Beloved mother of seven children, she worked hard her entire life to always provide for them. Barbara was loved by all...

Ruth K. MatthewsRuth K. Matthews, 85, passed away peacefully at home on December 10, 2006. She was born March 6, 1921 in Akron, Ohio to the late John H. & Pearl (Davis) Eiseman. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Fred E. Matthews, Sr.; son, Jerry H. Matthews; and 15 brothers and sisters. She...

Paris W. Jones Paris W. Jones, 72, passed away on December 9, 2006. Born March 22, 1934 in Princeton, WV to the late Thomas and Susan Jones. Paris served in the US Army and was a lifetime member of the American Legion in Kent. He retired from Ametek Inc. in Kent. Paris loved farming, being outdoors, and spending time in...

William A. Brenn, Jr. "BB" William A. Brenn, Jr., "BB", 64, passed away on December 5, 2006. Born in Akron on July 22, 1942. William retired from G.I. Yellowcab Co. after 33 years of service. He belonged to the P.L.A.V. Club and enjoyed golfing, playing darts, bowling, fishing, baseball, and the Cleveland Browns (through good times and bad). William had...

Everett Wilbert Ray Ruble (Greathouse)Everett Wilbert Ray Ruble, our miracle baby born on December 1, 2006, went to Heaven on December 3, 2006. Everett is now with his grandparents. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Wilbert Greathouse and great-grandfathers, Raymond Ruble and Donald Young. He will be deeply missed by his parents, Jason and Sara Ruble; grandmother, Linda...

Alma J. "Joann" WoodsAlma J. "Joann" Woods, 76, of Akron, passed away November 30, 2006 at her residence. She was born April 11, 1930 in Dixie, West Virginia to the late Harry & Bertha (Hill) Smarr. Alma loved taking care of her family and spending time with her grandchildren, attending all of the functions they were involved in. She enjoyed...

Rosina Perfetto Rosina Perfetto, 89, of Barberton, passed away on November 29, 2006. Born in Brooklyn, NY on September 17, 1917 to the late Giuseppe and Grazialla Batolo. Rosina was the mother of Giuseppe and Mimi of Casa Mimi's Restaurant. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Rosina spent most of her life in Naples, Italy until moving to...

Elizabeth "Jeanie" Willingham (Crowe)Elizabeth "Jeanie" Willingham, 47, of Akron, passed away on November 28, 2006 after a courageous battle with cancer. Jeanie was born on June 20, 1959 in Canton, Ohio. She was employed by Verizon Business and will always be remembered for her hard work and dedication. In her free time, Jeanie enjoyed visiting the beach and spending time...

Richard Earl BurgerRichard Earl Burger, 73, passed away on November 26, 2006. He is preceded in death by his parents Helen and Earl; aunt Agie; daughters Sandy and Angie. He is survived by Connie Burger-Leidel; sons Joseph, Richard, Marc and Todd (Dawn); daughters Rita (Soga), Frances, Teresa (Kevin), Joan and Rene (John); brothers Charles, George and Lewis; sisters Shirley and...

John Ray JamesonJohn Ray Jameson went home to be with the Lord on November 25, 2006. Born in Akron OH June 17, 1947. He is preceded in death by his father, John G Jameson and brother, Willard D Gibson. He is survived by his mother, Odie Kilgore of Cuyahoga Falls; sons, Jesse L. Jameson of Akron, John Alan (Kathy) Jameson...

Richard P. Buleski "Rick"Richard P. Buleski, 57, of Ravenna, passed away on November 24, 2006. Rick served in the U.S. Army in Vietnam and later worked as a carpenter. He was preceded in death by his father, Ben Buleski. He will be deeply missed by his children, Nicholas Buleski and Dustin (Elizabeth) Buleski; mother, Juanita Buleski; sister, Gloria (Robert) LaRoche;...

Glenn Alan PenixGlenn Alan Penix, 53, of Atwater, passed away November 22, 2006 at Ohio State University Medical Center. He was born April 14, 1953 in Akron, Ohio. Glenn was a member of the Asbestos Workers Local #84 and recently worked for Advanced Specialty Contractors. He was a member of the Akron Turner Club. In his free time loved to...

Robert L. BillipsRobert L. Billips, 82, of Akron, passed away November 21, 2006 at Akron City Hospital. Robert was born on January 14, 1924 in West Virginia to the late Clifford and Mary Billips. He retired from East Ohio Gas after over 30 years of service. In his free time, he enjoyed golfing and spending time with family. He was...

William Dale Stewart William Dale Stewart, 76, of Akron, passed away September 13, 2006 at his residence. He was born June 27, 1930 in Akron, Ohio to the late William A. & Dorothy (Hummel) Stewart. William served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict and later retired from the U.S. Postal Service after 37 years of service. In his...

Alton "Bill" ColemanAlton "Bill" Coleman, age 73, died Friday, Nov. 17th. Born in Akron, he leaves his wifeof 33 years, Pat; stepson, Phil Palmer; brother, James Coleman of Akron; sister, Alice Elliot of Nebraska; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; nieces,nephews and many many special friends. Our blessing to Dr Kenneth Wells who tried so hard to make him well again. To be remembered...

Joseph "Joe" LoweJoseph "Joe" Lowe, 90, passed away November 16, 2006 at the Hospice Care Center. He was born in Montgomery, Alabama to the late Arthur & Hessie (Lowe) on July 16, 1916. Preceded in death by his daughter, Jo Ann and son, Jeremiah Lowe. Joe is survived by his daughter, Janet Richard; grandchildren, Kenneth Lowe of New York, Karen...