Charles E. ReaddCharles E. Readd, 62, of Akron, died on May 25, 2005 at Akron General Medical Center. He was born May 21, 1943 in Tunnelton WV to the late Richard & Viola (Simms) Readd. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by 2 brothers and 2 sisters. He is survived by his wife, Betty M. (Gibson)...

Grant "Bud" KeenerGrant "Bud" Keener, 70, passed away on May 25, 2005. Grant was a member of Evangel Temple Assembly of God and retired from Akron Public Schools after 39 years of service. Preceded in death by his parents Huber Keener and Dora Catherine Vroman. Survivors include his wife Terry; sister Irene (Harold) Harper; brother Harry Monroe; and numerous nieces...

Della V. Tate, 43, passed away on May 23, 2005. Della worked for First Energy Corp. as a Data Entry Operator. She enjoyed music and her pets and will be greatly missed by her loving family and friends. Suvivors include her husband William T. Tate, Jr.; her parents John and Ida Keener; son John B.A. Keener; sisters Jackie (Michael) Baker,...

Merrie B. TalbotMerrie B. Talbot, of Barberton, passed away May 23, 2005, her 45th birthday, at Barberton Citizens Hospital. She was born May 23, 1960. Merrie was always able to step up to the plate when needed and she loved animals. She is survived by her mother, Beatrice Talbot of Nevada; good friend, Debora Wines of Norton; her babygirls, Kaylynn,...

Jerry H. DeBarrJerry H. DeBarr, 57, of Barberton, went home to be with the Lord on May 22, 2005. He was born July 10, 1947 in Weston, West Virginia. Jerry was a truck driver for Tallmadge Asphalt and in his free time, he enjoyed hunting. He is preceded in death by his father, Arrnet June Debarr; son, Jerry-John DeBarr; and...

Madonna Kay Edwards (Kelly)Madonna Edwards, 59, of Akron, beloved mother and grandmother, died suddenly on May 22, 2005. Madonna worked as a cook for Akron Public Schools and was well-known as "The Cafeteria Lady" by her students. She was a member of the Eastern Star and the Blue Lodge. Madonna was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph "Butch". She...

Paul G. MarinosPaul G. Marinos, 73, of Akron, passed away on May 22, 2005 from the long goodbye, Alzheimer's. He was 73 and lived his entire life in Akron. He served in the Army during the Korean Conflict and retired from the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company in 1994. Paul was a member of Star Masonic Lodge #187, Tadmore Shrine...

Dorothy E. CrawfordDorothy E. Crawford, 99, of Akron, passed away May 22, 2005. She was born June 23, 1905 in Scio, OH to the late Gordon & Mary (Courtney) Russell. Dorothy taught in the Ashland Elementary Schools for 24 years. She went to Florida during the winters for 20 years. Dorothy was a member of the Wedgewood United Methodist Church....

Calvin G. Hayhurst, SrCalvin G. Hayhurst, Sr., 72, of Painesville, passed away May 21, 2005. He was born September 30, 1932 in Smithfield, WV to the late Clarence & Goldie Hayhurst. Calvin was a WWII Army veteran. He was a member of the Ashtabula Church of God and had helped start two churches at his home. He had also remodeled...

Andrea D. BokarAndrea D. Bokar, 63, of Akron passed away May 20, 2005 after a valiant fight against cancer. She was born June 3, 1941 in Illinois to William & Elizabeth (Seib) Douglass. She was an avid traveler and sports enthusiast. Andrea was a member of the Local 420 Retirees Chapter. She worked for 10 years at McDonald's where she...

Irene Joyce Clark PatrickIrene Joyce Clark Patrick, 81, passed away on May 20, 2005 at Anna Maria of Aurora. Irene was a member of the Tallmadge Garden Club and the Allied Artists. She was preceded in death by her husband John; her parents Rosaline and Walter Raymond Clark, Sr.; brothers Walter Raymond Clark, Jr. and Daniel Rogers Clark. Survivors include...

Robert E. KnottRobert E. Knott, 78, of Orlando, passed away May 17, 2005. Robert was born February 16, 1927 in Stow to the late Willis and Dorothy Knott. Robert served in the U.S. Navy as a radarman during World War II. He attended Kent State University before graduating from art school. Robert was a world famous commercial artist for over...

James D. GartnerJim D. Gartner "Papaw", 42, passed away unexpectedly on May 17, 2005. He was employed as a security officer for Summa Health System. Jim served for 15 years as a Captain with the Lakemore Fire Department. He was the first person to receive the honor of "firefighter of the year". He will be sadly missed by his family...

Donald L. BlackDonald L. Black, 68, of Akron, passed away on May 18, 2005. He was a member of St. Paul Episcopal Church and he also served as church organist and choir master at St. Andrew Episcopal Church in North Hill. Donald also served as a Stenographer in the Summit County court system. He was preceded in death by his...

Barbara J. HolderBarbara J. Holder, our beautiful wife, mother, and friend, passed on into the loving arms of our father in heaven to live with him for all eternity on May 17, 2005. Barbara was a beautiful earth angel who touched many hearts and will be greatly missed by all those who loved and knew her. She was a member...

Stanley C. Brown, Sr.Stanley C. Brown, Sr. went to be with the Lord on May 16, 2005. Born in Akron, OH on November 24, 1934, Stan lived in Streetsboro for the past 45 years. He retired from Terex in Hudson in 1988 and was a special deputy for the Portage County Sheriffs Department for a number of years. Stan enjoyed...

Edward Casper LongEdward Casper Long, 82, of Akron, died May 15,2005 at his residence after an extended illness. He was a veteran of WWII, serving with the US Navy; a member of AA and St. Paul Catholic Church. He enjoyed baking, traveling, and camping, all with a sense of humor. Preceded in death by his parents, Benet and Ora (Draper)...

Ruth A. Roush "Mamaw", 75, passed away on May 15, 2005 at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. Ruth was a member of Akron Baptist Temple and retired from A & P grocery store . Preceded in death by her parents Henry and Zelphia Davis; her husband Alva Roush; brothers Henry and Homer Adkins and Ralph Davis; and sister...

Cheryl (Carroll) Sodergren, died peacefully in her home on May 11 after courageously battling cancer. Cheryl was born in Akron, Ohio on June 17, 1940. She retired from Goodyear in 2002 after 28 years service. She was preceded in death by her father, Thomas Carroll and her sister, Mitzi Boner. She is survived by her husband, Richard Sodergren of North...