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...

Timothy R. Stull, 46, of Clinton, went home to be with the Lord on July 31, 2005. He was born February 8, 1959 in Akron. Tim was a life member of Grace Baptist Church and was an avid baseball player and golfer. He never complained in spite of the many challenges in his life. He is survived by his parents,...

Donald E. Geiger, 71, passed away on July 31, 2005. He retired from Firestone Tire and Rubber Co., and was a master mason and a member of Akron Masonic Lodge #83. He was also a member of the Studebaker Club. Donald enjoyed old cars and playing cards with his friends. Survivors include his wife Johnnie; daughters Michele Geiger and Karen...

David E. HendricksDavid E. Hendricks, 52, died July 29, 2005 in Pewaukee, WI. He was born June 23, 1953 in Burlington, VT to Archie and Esther Hendricks. Dave was a member of the Kent United Methodist Church and lived most of his life in the Akron area. Dave was an avid golfer and loved baseball and poker. He was preceded...

Janet Rae (Spencer) Cook went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 31, 2005. Janet was born in Junior, WV on May 20, 1942, graduated from Kenmore High School in 1960, and married Everett "Bill" Cook the same year. She was a long-time member, Sunday school teacher, and nursery worker at the Akron Baptist Temple. Preceded in death...

Rick S. Infante, 43, of Tallmadge, passed away July 29, 2005. He was born October 17, 1961 in Akron, OH to Richard & Mary (Miller) Infante. In addition to his parents, Rick is survived by his fiance, Tonia Legg; children, Ronnie, Katelyn, Randy; sisters, Rochelle (Bob) Harsh, Pamella (Joseph) Lewis; brother, Joe Infante; 3 nieces, 1 nephew, 2 great-nieces, 1great-nephew....