Diana J. HermannDiana J. Hermann, 45, of Lakemore, passed away August 10, 2006. Diana was a co-op coordinator for the Akron Beacon Journal. Diana loved spending time with family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Leonard and Johnnie Hall. She will be deeply missed by her daughter, Jessica Hermann of Lakemore; sisters, Shirley (David) MacDonald of...

Dragi Nesich Dragi Nesich, 60, passed away on August 8, 2006. Born on February 28, 1946 in Germany. Dragi was a veteran of the Vietnam War, having served with the US Air Force. He worked for the Delco Corporation for many years. Dragi enjoyed fishing and spending time with his grandchildren. Preceded in death by his father Vladimir. Survivors include...

Gerald L. "JC" Champion Gerald L. "JC" Champion, 62, passed away on August 7, 2006. Born in Akron on October 12, 1943 to the late Arthur and Juanita Champion. Jerry was a member of Victory Masonic Lodge #649 and FOP Lodge #7. He enjoyed bowling, golfing, and most of all, spending time with his precious grandchildren. Survivors include his lifelong...

Jonathan Ralph SofrankoJonathan Ralph Sofranko, 56 a free spirit who is now free to wander with the Lord, passed away August 6, 2006. He is preceded in death by his mother Marjorie Sofranko; wife Mary and step son Glenn. He leaves behind four sisters, Leslie Elliott, Jennifer Sofranko, Nora Jones (Ed), and Lisa Richardson (Mike); one brother, Jacob Sofranko; three...

Madeline J. Bennington-LeFebre-GouldMadeline J. Bennington-LeFebre-Gould passed away August 5, 2006 after a long battle with Alzheimer's / Dementia. She was born June 17, 1932 in Akron, OH and was a lifetime resident. She is preceded in death by her parents Theodore V. and Sadie Bennington; husband James R. Gould Sr.and daughters Laura Jean LeFebre, Janet Louise Gould. She is survived...

Josephine Church (nee Mansour)Josephine Church, 81, went to be with the Lord on August 3, 2006 surrounded by her husband and children. Josephine will always be remembered for her devotion to her family. She was a loving, kindhearted wife, mother and grandmother and was very proud of the accomplishments of her children and grandchildren. She was loved by all who...

Douglas Andrew Onuschak Douglas Andrew Onuschak, 34, passed away on August 2, 2006. Born in Youngstown on June 10, 1972. Douglas graduated from Mogadore High School and attended Baldwin Wallace College and the University of Akron. Douglas toured with the Ohio State Fair Choir in Europe at the age of 15. He was a member of Faith United Methodist Church...

Michael C. FelicianoMichael C. Feliciano, 45, of Akron, passed away on July 27, 2006. Michael worked for many years as a computer programmer for the Parker-Hannifin Company and in his spare time he loved video gaming, comic books, sport cars and baseball, he especially liked to watch the Chicago White Sox. He is preceded in death by his grandmother, Ruth...

Richard (Dick) L. DavisRichard (Dick) L. Davis, 77, of Akron, passed way July 30, 2006. He is preceded in death by his wife, Agnes (Davisson) Davis; son, Robert L Davis; and parents, Lance and Hazel (Bee) Davis. He is survived by sisters-in-law, Rebecca Davis and Joan Fletcher; nieces, Rebecca Lough and Debi Fletcher and many other nieces and nephews. A...

Beatrice Mae (King) MooreBeatrice Mae (King) Moore, daughter of Noah Francis and M. Flossie King passed away July 27, 2006 at the age of 82 into the arms of her Saviour and Lord. She leaves behind those who loved her dearly; husband, Glenn E. Moore, to whom she had been married to for 63 years, 33 of those years in...

Earl W. Martin, Sr. Earl W. Martin, Sr., 63, passed away on July 25, 2006. Born on November 29, 1942 in Akron, to the late Leroy and Vada Martin. Earl was a 32nd degree Mason and a member of the Portage Lakes Masonic Lodge 752. He was also a member of the Yusef Khan Grotto, the Grottu, and Scottish Rite-Valley...

Melissa R. MorrowMelissa R. Morrow, 38, of Akron, passed away July 24, 2006. Melissa left a legacy of love with all who knew her. She had a special love for children and touched the lives of many. She was a longtime member of Vesper Lake Bible Fellowship. Melissa is survived by her husband of 19 years, Victor Morrow; daughter, Felicia...

Ila KurtzIla Kurtz, 101, passed away on July 23, 2006. Ila was born in Akron on December 17, 1904 to the late Edwin and Minerva Kurtz. She graduated from Central High School and later from Dennison University. Ila lived most of her adult life in Cincinnati, where she worked for the Children's Home. She was preceded in death by her...

Louise CapotostoLouise Capotosto, born in 1908 in Homer City, Pennsylvania, was one of eight children of Julianna & Gaetano Colavincenzo. Louise moved to Akron at the age of 21, married Salvadore Capotosto in 1934, and raised five children. Her husband Salvadore passed away in 1952. In 1953, Louise started her business, Louise's Drapery Shop, and was in business for 35...

Beechie M (Harless) SimmonsBeechie M (Harless) Simmons, 80 years old, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 22, 2006 after an extended illness. She was born in Van Lear, Kentucky and came to Akron when she was one year old. She graduated from South High School in 1944 and retired from K-Mart in 1988. She enjoyed performing...

Ellen E. HesseEllen E. Hesse, 70, of Akron, passed away on July 22, 2006. Born on March 3, 1936 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to the late Russell and Eleanor Wagner. Ellen was a member of AA, with over 25 years of sobriety, and also Trinity Lutheran Church in Akron. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her...

Hazel V. Robinson Hazel V. Robinson, 75, passed away on July 20, 2006. Born April 14, 1931 in Rosedale, WV to the late Everett and Clara Perkins. She was a long-time member of Calvary Temple. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Caudill; brothers Junior, Mack, and Clifton Perkins; and sister Rosemary Carter. Survivors...

Robert H. Marks Robert H. Marks, 76, passed away on July 17, 2006, after a courageous battle with Leukemia. His courage and strong will was an inspiration to us all. Born November 1, 1929 in Akron to the late Robert and Etta Marks. He had served with the US Army and was a member of American Legion Post #0126-Jenson Beach....

Linda S. Duffield-Townsend Linda S. Duffield-Townsend, 61, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on July 18, 2006, at home, following a courageous battle with cancer. Linda was born on June 3, 1945 in Akron, OH, to Robert and Juanita Schultz. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend to many. Linda was employed at St. Thomas...

Robert E. Suder, Sr.Robert E. Suder, Sr., went to be with Lord Jesus on July 16, 2006. He was a lifetime resident of Akron and a Vietnam Veteran. He was a career member of the Bricklayer and Masons Union. He is survived by his son, Robert (Robbie) Suder, Jr. and wife, Jennifer of Naples, FL; daughters, Tracy Crawford and husband...