Joe Carson Wolfe, 64, went to be with our Lord on August 12, 2005 while under Crossroads Hospice Care at Twin Pines Retreat in Stow. Joe was born in Morristown, Tennessee on April 19, 1941 and resided most of his life in Akron. He was a retired roofer and a member of Local 88. He was a member of Akron...

Michael D. Burns, 33, passed away unexpectedly on August 11, 2005. Michael was an avid Nascar fan and enjoyed watching the San Francisco 49ers, restoring his 1973 Harley Davidson, his 1980 Ford Mustang, and playing with kids. He was also a skilled carpenter and craftsman. Survivors include his father Bernard (Cheryl A.) Burns; mother Patricia (Delmar) Brown; sisters Cheryl L....

Cornell CurticianCornell Curtician, 89, of Akron, died August 16, 2005. Born in Farrel, PA to the late Steve & Alice (Pocora) Curtician. Cornell enjoyed the big bands and ball room dancing. He was also a member of Eagles Lodge #555 and Local Teamsters # 92 of Canton. Preceded in death by two brothers, Joe and George Curtician and one sister,...

Barbara J. Monte, 75, passed away on August 11, 2005. Barbara was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church and had formerly worked for the Yellow Cab Co. for seven years. She was preceded in death by her parents Kenneth and Leone Fitts; her bother Kenneth Fitts; and her loving husband of 48 years, Louis. Survivors include her daughters Leone...

Owen D. Resh, 74, passed away on August 11, 2005. Owen retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. He was a charter member of the Sanctuary of Praise and volunteered for 15 years at the Haven of Rest. Preceded in death by his parents Howard and Zula Resh. Survivors include his loving wife of 51 years, Jean; sons Tom of...

Shirley McDonald, 69, passed away on August 9, 2005. Preceded in death by her husband Herbie; and her son Robert McDonald. Survivors include daughters Patricia Furbee of Heath, OH and Cheryl McDonald of Deerfield; sons Nathan of Birmingham, OH and Herbert "Butch" of Deerfield; sister Nancy (Buck) Barton of Akron; half brother Walter Eldridge of Akron; several grandchildren; and 1...

Russell D. Shively, 40, went home to be with the Lord on August 8, 2005. Russell graduated from Springfield High School and served his country in the Army. He had currently been employed by Gleeson Construction Co. of Cleveland. Russell enjoyed working with his hands in carpentry and mechanics. He loved the outdoors and nature and was an avid fisherman...

Elizabeth "Libby" McCollam, 51, of Akron passed away on Aug. 8, 2005. She was born on June 21, 1954 in Akron. She is survived by her mother Grace Weyant and step-father Robert Weyant; daughters Shawna Long (Robert) and Misty Hall (Daniel) both of NC; and grandchildren Bobby, Haylee, Alexis, Shawn, Matthew. Calling hours will be on Thurs. Aug. 11, 2005...

Virginia Mae Kerr, 97, went home to be with the Lord on August 7, 2005. She had previously resided in Winter Beach, Florida for well over 30 years. Virginia was preceded in death by her parents, Silas and Amanda Griffith; her husband, the late George Kerr; her oldest son, Eugene Barkman; and grandson, Bobby. She is survived by her daughter,...

Jack W. Miller, 87, passed away on August 7, 2005. Jack was a WWII Veteran serving with the US Army. He attended barber school and was a member of Springfield Assembly of God and the Goodyear Retiree's Club. Preceded in death by his parents Isaac and Muriel Miller (nee Rice) and brother Perry "Theo" Miller. Survivors include his beloved wife...

William C. McVicker, 76, of Akron, passed away on Aug. 6, 2005. He was born on Dec. 12, 1928 in Fairmont, WV to the late Homer and Nora McVicker. Along with his parents, William is preceded in death by his wife, and son William. He is survived by daughters Kathy McVicker of Kent, Karen (Tim) Selby of Uniontown, Beckey (Walt)...

Denvil Kyle FarleyAkron--Denvil Kyle Farley, 65, passed away August 6, 2005 while under Hospice care at Akron City Hospital. Born in Saxon, WV, he lived in the Akron area for the last 40 years. He worked for Hart Oil, Digman Trucking, and Kryder Trucking, retiring in 2001. He will be sadly missed by his "buddies" that went up and down...

Roger K. Klepper, 51, of Suffield, passed away August 5, 2005. He was born in Akron on August 24, 1953 to Baskel & Dolores (Meyers) Klepper. Roger had a love of life, family, and friends and enjoyed the outdoors and a good storm. He was preceded in death by his sister, Susan Seese. In addition to his parents, Roger is...

William C. JohnsonWilliam C. Johnson, 74 of Akron, died August 7,2005. Born in Akron, Ohio to the late Al and Beatrice Johnson. He was also preceded in death by one daughter, Jill Arden Holzbach. William had served in the U.S. Navy. Survived by his granddaughter, Jenna Lynn Holzbach of Canton; two very special friends, Nedra Johnson and Jimmy Holzbach. Memorial...

Harry G. "Butch" Whitlatch, 54, of Lakemore, died on August 3, 2005 at his residence. He was born August 8, 1950 in Moundsville, West Virginia to the late Harry & Frances (Brown) Whitlatch. Harry worked as a custodian for Springfield Local Schools. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his first wife, Victoria Puffenbarger; brother, Benny...

Joel M. McDowell, 52, of Akron, died on August 2, 2005. He was born September 6, 1952 in Akron, Ohio. Joel was a member of the United Steel Workers Union Local 1761. He was a loving father and friend to all. Joel was preceded in death by his mother, Elizabeth M. Wiper. He is survived by his wife, Cheryl M....

Elizabeth F. Hartman, 90, passed away on August 2, 2005. She was formerly employed at Polsky's and Ferriot Brothers and belonged to Perry Grange, AARP, and the Alaska Club. Betty and Russell traveled all of their lives, every state and province, and now they can travel together forever. Preceded in death by her beloved husband Russell E. "Gene" Hartman; sister...

Dorothy J. Sexton, 59, of Akron, passed away August 2, 2005 after a brief but intense battle with cancer, and will be missed forever. Dorothy was a wonderful mother and loved spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jesse and Edna Adkins. She is survived by her daughter Tammy Sexton (Keith Brian Gruber); special...

Mollie Braucher, 98, of Akron, passed away August 1, 2005. Mollie was born July 15, 1907 to the late Michael and Mollie Maglic. She was a member of St. Francis De Sales. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Carl Braucher; sisters, Anne Pontius and Frances Miller; and brothers, Michael Maglic, Jr. and John...