Opal F. Drop Opal F. Drop, 89, of Akron went to be safe in the arms of Jesus on June 19, 2005. Opal was a devout Christian and prayed for all the children in her neighborhood and church every Monday at 5:00 p.m. The neighborhood children knew that they could go to her home for popsicles in the summer and...

Virginia E. WignerVirginia E. Wigner, 84, of Cuyahoga Falls Country Place, died on June 18, 2005 at Akron General Medical Center. She was born August 31, 1920 in Middleburne WV to the late Denzel & Audra Snyder. When she was able, Virginia was active at Holy Spirit Episcopal Church on E. Buchtel Ave. She enjoyed country music and enjoyed her...

Darla S. Huber, 48, passed away on June 16, 2005. She was preceded in death by her mother Roberta L. James. Survivors include her husband Gregory; son Jason; father John E. James; sisters Nancy (Taylor) Daniele, Denise (Johnny) McVay, Cheryl (Joe) Colebank, Peggy James (Bob Walchalk); mother-in-law Elizabeth J. Huber; 7 nieces and 5 nephews. Darla loved to cook and...

Daniel G. LongvilleDaniel G. Longville, 49, died suddenly on June 14, 2005. Daniel graduated in 1974 from Stow High, was a self-employed handyman, and avid sports fan, and had a poetic soul. He was preceded in death by parents, Robert and Mary Longville; and brothers, Bob and Kenny. Dan leaves behind his sons, Daniel and Adam; ex-wife and special friend,...

Shirley A. BryanShirley A. Bryan, 50, of Randolph, passed away at her residence following a long illness on Tuesday, June 14, 2005. She was born to Harry and Dorothy Thomas and lived in Suffield until she married. She enjoyed spending time with family and going camping and devoted twenty-five years to her career in banking. Survivors include her husband of...

Rosett A. Buckner, 56, passed away on June 13, 2005. Preceded in death by her father William Wiersch and her sister Yvonne Burdell. Survivors include her mother Lena Wiersch; sons Adam Buckner, Dan (Khalilah) Buckner, and John (Angela) Buckner; brother William Wiersch; special grandchild on-the-way; and beloved friends Bonnie Dockrill and Dave Buckner. Rosett was a really hip mom and...

Edna M. HershbergerThe Lord took Edna M. Hershberger to be an angel on June 13, 2005. Edna was born October 27, 1923 in Carthage, Tenn. During World War II, she contributed to the war effort by working at the Goodyear Air Dock. She retired from Young's Restaurant and was currently working for One To One Demonstrations. She was a member...

Anthony C. Spitaleri, Sr.Anthony C. Spitaleri, Sr., 80, passed away Friday, June 10, 2005 at Hospice of Visiting Nurse Center in Copley Twp. He was an Army Veteran and M.P. He retired from Metro Regional Transit Athority as a bus driver. He was born in Akron to the late Nunizito and Mary (Carusso) Spitaleri. Preceded in death by his sisters,...

Jeannette M. WheelerJeannette M. Wheeler, 78, of Akron, died on June 10, 2005 at Akron City Hospital. She was born January 13, 1927 in Akron to the late Lee & Della (May) Decker. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Mel Wheeler; and sisters, Beatrice Rowland and Helen Albert. She is survived by her...

John E. McCroskeyJohn E. McCroskey, 80, of Akron passed away June 11, 2005. He was born July 9, 1924 in Ripley, West Virginia to the late John G. & Dora M. (Thornton) McCroskey. John was preceded in death by his son, Chris. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Cynthia (Ferner) McCroskey; daughters, Sharon (Delbert) French, Diana (Matt)...

Carl R. MaphiesCarl R. Maphies, 83, of Uniontown, passed away on June 11, 2005. He was born in Jerico, MO to the late Charles and Ada (Beckly) Maphies. Carl was a WWII Army veteran as a Sgt. Major, and served during the Battle of the Bulge. Carl was a dedicated serviceman for Sears Co. for over 30 years. He met...

Anthony C. Spitaleri, Sr.Anthony C. Spitaleri, Sr., 80, passed away Friday, June 10,2005 at Hospice of Visiting Nurse Center in Copley Twp. He was an Army Veteran and M.P. He retired from Metro Regional Transit Athority as a bus driver. He was born in Akron to the late Nunizito and Mary (Carusso) Spitaleri. Preceded in death by his sisters, Anna,...

Martha Jane MayMartha Jane May, 86, of Tallmadge, died June 9, 2005 following an extended illness. Born in Akron, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Riley and Helen (Harper) Saltsman. Martha belonged to the Temple Baptist Church in Green. Along with her parents, Martha is preceded in death by her brother, Riley Saltsman Jr. and her sister, Hazel...

Blanche G. (Bianco) Bonanno, age 74, transitioned through death June 7, 2005 due to complications surrounding Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder (COPD). Blanche returned to Ohio in 2001 to be close to family after living nearly 30 years in Las Vegas, Nevada. She often reflected on many cherished experiences from years of working in the gaming industry in that city. She...

Katherine A. Johnston Katherine A. Johnston, 76, of N. Canton and Green, went home to be with the Lord on June 6, 2005. Katherine, a devout Christian, was devoted to her husband, children, and grandchildren, and was bound and determined to keep her family together. She will be deeply missed by all whose lives she touched. Katherine was preceded in...

Jerome Howard Inch, Sr. "Romo"Jerome Howard Inch, Sr., "Romo," 66, passed away June 6, 2005 after a brief, courageous battle with cancer. He was born March 17, 1939. He was preceded in death by his father, George A. Inch, Sr.; mother, Irene (Doney) Inch; and brother, Donald J. Inch. Romo is survived by his children, Beverly J. Johnston of Mogadore,...

Elizabeth E. Raybuck Elizabeth E. Raybuck, born June 6, 1930 in Beech, WV, passed away with her family by her side on June 6, 2005. Elizabeth was preceded in death by her daughter, Brenda and parents, Harrison and Leah. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Eugene of Tallmadge; daughters, Sheila (Bob) Jordan of Mississippi and Marsha (Rick)...

Christine M. StockChristine M. Stock, 92, passed away on June 5, 2005. Christine was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church and Ellet AARP. She retired from BF Goodrich after 28 years of service. She loved to fish, bowl, and work in her yard. Preceded in death by her husband John E. Stock and her parents Herman and Mary Theis...

William H. AlbrightWilliam H. Albright, 85, passed away on June, 5, 2005. William retired from General Metal Powders after 31 years of service. He was also a lifetime member of Wolf Ledge AC Club. He was preceded in death by his wife Opal Mae and several brothers and sisters. Survivors include his daughter Sharon (Shawn) Wimer; grandchildren Jeffrey Johnson, Arthur...