Gladys L. KinnanGladys L. Kinnan, 89, passed away on April 25, 2006. She was born July 15, 1916 in Akron and had been a life resident. Gladys retired from First National Bank (First Merit) and was a longtime volunteer for the Akron Turner Club and the Mogadore VFW. She was a member of the Mogodore Moose Club. Preceded in death...

Herbert G. BowenHerbert G. Bowen, born July 29, 1929, passed away April 23, 2006. Herbert was preceded in death by his parents, Wayne and Arless (Crane) Bowen; sister, Lois Pine; and brother, Roy Bowen. He leaves his wife of 37 years, Helena (Weakland) (Seese) Bowen; daughter, Cynthia McKee; stepsons, David (Lois) Seese, Tom (Barb) Seese, Ken (Garnett) Seese, and Paul...

William "Bill" McCoyWilliam "Bill" McCoy, 70, of Mogadore, born July 27, 1935 in Tioga, WV, passed away unexpectedly with his family at his side on April 20, 2006. He was the second of fourteen children. As a child in Tioga, WV, his first dream was to become a preacher, and then later a truck driver, to avoid working in the...

Georgia J. NuttGeorgia J. Nutt, 87, went home to be with the Lord on April 21, 2006. Georgia retired from Akron Public Schools and was a longtime member of Grace Baptist Church. In her free time, she enjoyed watching the Indians. Above all, Georgia loved spending time with family, especially her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband,...

Joseph M. Knoblock, Sr.Joseph M. Knoblock, Sr., 82, passed away April 21, 2006. Joseph proudly served in the U.S. Army as a Sergeant MP. In his free time, he enjoyed stock car races, hunting, and fishing. He was devoted to his family and will be missed by all who knew him. Joseph was preceded in death by his parents, George...

W.J. "Jim" BarnettW.J. "Jim" Barnett, 79, went to be with the Lord. Jim was affiliated with Greater Bethel Baptist Church and the Masonic Lodge. He was a veteran of the US Coast Guard having served aboard the S/S Kittanning. Jim retired from Firestone Tire and Rubber Co. after 30 years of service and was an avid golfer. He was preceded...

Paul F. "Pete" Nitzsche, Jr.Paul F. "Pete" Nitzsche, Jr., 59, of Akron, passed away unexpectedly April 19, 2006 at Akron City Hospital. He was born October 1, 1946 in Akron, Ohio and was a lifelong resident of Akron. Pete attended the Church of God of Prophecy where he volunteered for many activities such as cooking for dinners, cutting grass and...

Margaret L. GormleyMargaret L. Gormley, 78, of Tallmadge, passed away April 19, 2006. She was born in Akron, Ohio to the late John & Rosie (Mishler) Horner. Preceded in death by her husbands, Jack Fletcher & Chuck Gormley; Margaret is survived by several nieces, and one nephew. Cremation has taken place and inurnment will follow in Franklin Cemetery in Wellsburg,...

Frank FerriseFrank Ferrise, 73, passed away unexpectedly on April 18, 2006. Born in Akron, Ohio on April 13, 1933, he resided in Akron for all of his life. Frank was a veteran of the US Navy and served in the Korean War. Preceded in death by his parents Salvatore and Antonia; siblings Isabel Walker, John Ferrise, Mary Tillett, Albert Ferrise,...

Thomas E. Brown Thomas E. Brown, 53, passed away suddenly on April 18, 2006. Tom was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church and also the Knights of Columbus at St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Farming was his passion. Tom took great pride in his pumpkins, cantaloupes, vegetables, and particularly his sweet corn! He was devoted to his wife, parents, family,...

Herbert C. PooleHerbert C. Poole, 73, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away April 15, 2006, at his residence. He was born July 14, 1932 in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Albert & Agnes (Pearn) Poole. Herbert was a veteran of the Korean Conflict having proudly served in the U.S. Army/Air Force. He was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Church....

Willard L. ReedWillard "Bill" L. Reed, age 75, passed away on April 14, 2006. He was born on May 22, 1930 in Harrison City, WV. Willard played and loved bluegrass music and festivals. He played many instruments. Willard is preceded in death by his mother and father, Effie and Otto Reed and 11 brothers and sisters. He is survived by...

Betty M. Tucker (nee Saley) Betty M. Tucker, born April 17, 1929, passed away suddenly on April 13, 2006. Betty was preceded in death by her first husband, Steve Saley; parents, Sam and Attie Stewart; and daughter, Stephanie Smith. She is survived by her husband, Daniel; daughter, Tina; sons, Sam and Barry (Anna); eleven grandchildren; and eleven great-grandchildren. Betty graduated...

Katherine K. MarusekKatherine K. Marusek, 98, of Akron, passed away April 12, 2006. Katherine retired after seventeen years of service at Akron General Medical Center. In her free time, she enjoyed traveling and bingo. She will be deeply missed by her husband of 37 years, Mike Marusek; children, Delores Claiborne, Vincent (Jean) Opalka, Katherine Grysmala, and Sandra Opalka; sister, Helen;...

Laura E. Lentz Laura E. Lentz, 43, of Akron, passed away unexpectedly April 11, 2006 at St. Joseph Hospital in Warren. She was born April 18, 1962 in Akron, Ohio. Laura is survived by her daughters, Lauren L. Gamino of Akron and Harley M. Pierce of Mogadore; mother, Ethel L. Lentz of Akron; father, Frederick (Pat) Lentz. There will be...

Paul D. ClarkPaul D. Clark, 75, of Akron, died April 12, 2006 at his residence. He was born January 27, 1931 in Cumberland, Kentucky to the late Butler & Martha (Holcomb) Clark. He served in the U.S. Army and later worked in the area as a carpenter. Paul was a member of Praise Temple of Akron and he enjoyed fishing...

Justien G. GreeneJustien G. Greene, 72, of Bedford, died on Friday, April 7, 2006 at University Hospitals of Cleveland. He was born March 29, 1934 in Cowen, West Virginia moving to Ohio 50 years ago living in Akron most of those years. He proudly served his country during the Korean War in the U.S. Navy and later retired from the...

James H. Strain James H. Strain, 65, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, April 10, 2006. He was born in Rapid City, SD but resided in Akron for the last 33 years. He will be sorely missed by his best friend and wife, Vicki; his loving daughters Carla Linaburg, Sheryll and John Josey, and Terri and Randy...

May GarverMay Garver, 85, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on April 11, 2006. She was born May 16, 1920 in Ritchie County, West Virginia to the late Ira L. & Bessie (Reed) Rexroad. May was a member of Ernest Angley's Grace Cathedral and retired from Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. after 35 years of service. She...

Robert L. Maxwell, Jr.Robert L. Maxwell, Jr., 65, born March 2, 1941, passed away on April 10, 2006 at home. Preceded in death by his parents Robert and Jean Maxwell of Akron. He leaves behind his loving and devoted wife Barbara; and three children, Dennis, David (Kris), and Kristin (Thermon). Bob also has five grandchildren, BJ. Kendra, Zack, Mathew, and...