Linda SumeyLinda Sumey, 64, of Akron, passed away suddenly on Oct. 19, 2011. Reunited with her late husband, Sonny Ferrell. She is survived by daughters, Mary Ledbetter and family, Helen (Mark) Campbell and family, and Charmin (Ernie) Hurst; sons, Scott (Cathy) Ferrell, and Rusty (Britt) Ferrell; and daughter-in-law, Trena Ferrell. She will be greatly missed by her grandchildren, Brittney, Amber,...

John E. Smith, 61, passed away on October 21, 2011. The son of Eugene Freed and Clara Smith was born on July 31, 1950 in Grantsville, WV. He is survived by his longtime partner and fiancé, Joy Morgan; sons, John, Joseph and James; step-sons, Terry and Randy Cramer; many grandchildren; brothers, Dale and Dean Smith, Roger Davis; sisters, Estella Watson...

Daniel M. Allen, 64, went home to be with his Lord and Saviour October 19, 2011. The son of Rev. Herdis and Pauline, He was born on April 16, 1947 in McCaysville, GA.He was preceded in death by his parents. Daniel is survived by his brothers, Joe (Donna), Gerry (Lorraine), Jeff (Debbie); sister, Linda (Richard) Lecour; 11 nieces and nephews....

Esther Mae VotawEsther Mae Votaw, 78, of Akron, passed away October 17, 2011. She was born January 12, 1933 in Cambridge, Ohio to the late Cy and Mary Young. Esther was a devoted follower of Jesus Christ. She will always be remembered as a compassionate, loving mother. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband,...

Linda Marie (Jones) Thompson, 62, passed away on October 16, after a courageous battle with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease. Her strong faith in God and his saving grace gave her much peace. Her kindness to others will be long remembered by her family and many friends. All who knew Linda delighted in her mischievous sense of humor...

Beatrice Marlene Dague, 87, passed away on October 17, 2011. The daughter of Peter and Ruth Defelice, was born on April 23, 1924, in Schenectady, NY. A private family service will take place at a later date.

Julia Reneé Watters (nee May), our loving wife and mother, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 16, 2011. Born December 21, 1960. Julie worked for Giant Eagle in Streetsboro where she loved serving her customers as head clerk in the bakery department. She had a great zest for life and threw her heart and soul into...

Rena D. "Voss" WiseRena D. "Voss" Wise, age 53, passed away Saturday, October 15, 2011 following a long illness. She is survived by loving daughters, Helena and Jami; granddaughter, Jaelyn; sisters, Ronda Leibert (Stan), Terrie Dulac, Shari Charles (Tony); ex-husband and friend, Skip Wise; stepdaughter, Renee Wise; and many nieces and nephews. Rena Wise was preceded in death by her...

Bruce E. ParrettBruce E. Parrett, 62, passed away October 15, 2011 after an extended illness. He attended Shilow Grade School and Meadowdale High School in Dayton, and graduated from Wright-Patterson College. Bruce was employed by ODOT for 20 years, retiring in 1997. He was preceded in death by his father, Edward Parrett; grandfather, Pearl Parrett; grandmother, Lois Parrett; and companion,...

Larry M. DonohewLarry M. Donohew, 72, passed away October 13, 2011 surrounded by his loving family. He was a member of the National Guard, an avid outdoorsman, who enjoyed hunting and fishing with his buddies, and was a loving husband and father. Larry was a beautiful person inside and out. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother...

Mary Grace Willard, 89, passed away on October 13, 2011. The daughter of Joseph and Maggie Balistreri, she was born on November 29, 1921 in Milwaukee, WI. Mary was preceded in death by her parents; husband, McKinley ; son, Gary.She is survived by her son, Terry (Sharon); daughter, Deanna; brothers, Andrew and Thomas Balistreri; 8 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren and one...

Medardo C. Parado "Mickey"Mickey Parado, 64, of Akron, passed away October 13, 2011. He was born April 11, 1947 in Lilo-an, Leyte, Philippines. Mickey moved to the United States to attend St. Charles Seminary and St. Mary Seminary in Baltimore. He retired from the Summit County Board of Developmental Disabilities. Mickey was a lifelong musician. He and his wife Anna...

Myrna F. SkinnerMyrna F. Skinner, 77, of Akron, passed away on October 12, 2011. She was born in Suffield Twp. on September 1, 1934 to the late Hoy and Nora Skinner. Myrna retired from Summit County Childrens Services. In her free time, she enjoyed square dancing and traveling. She will always be remembered as a wonderful homemaker and mother. In...

Gerald M. Pringle "Jerry"Gerald M. Pringle, 34, of Akron, passed away October 12, 2011 after a short illness. He was born in Akron on May 3, 1977. Jerry was raised in Cuyahoga Falls and graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School in 1996. He had worked for Meggit Aircraft Braking Systems. Jerry enjoyed spending his time with family and friends. He...

Wilma E. Weaver, 86, passed away on October 12, 2011. The daughter of Otis and Mary Jane Badgley, she was born on September 28, 1925 in Akron, Ohio.Wilma was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Otho.She is survived by her son, Steven (Terri); daughters, Patricia Hardman, Carla Conley; sister-in-law, Betty Bagley; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; niece and nephews. Calling...

With clear vision and renewed strength, Gordon "Andy" Anderson stepped from this life to the next on Friday, October 7, 2011. He was surrounded by his family, who truly loved and respected him. They include devoted wife of 65 years, Martha; daughters and "sons", Peggy and Denny Hoskins, Mary and Bob Hoch and Denise and Tom Leffler; grandchildren, Nanci Miller...

Frances "Elaine" Coen passed away on October 8, 2011. The daughter of John and Marjorie Hill, she was born on August 24, 1932 in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. Elaine was preceded in death by her husband, Jim; parents, brother, John Hill.She is survived by her son, Jerry; brother, Gary; sisters, Lois (Harley) Ezell, June (Joe) Baglia; Judith (Michael) May Luttrell, Sherrie...

Lisa Kay Farrell*****Lisa Kay Farrell, 46, passed away after a long battle with cancer on October 8, 2011. The daughter of Wilbur and Patricia Farrell, she was born on August 3, 1965 in Canton, Ohio. Lisa was a loving daughter, mother, Maw-maw and friend with an awesome heart. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Bud Udick, Edward Frazer,...

Marvin E. Alvis, 54, passed away on October 7, 2011. He was born on January 20, 1957 in Akron, OH.He was preceded in death by his fathers, Clyde Alvis and Glen Snyder; brothers, Mark and Glen Jr., sisters, Linda, Sandy, Donna.He is survived by his wife, Denese; sons, Michael (Mary) Hobbs, Daniel (Jessica) Hobbs, Jonathan (Holly) Dexter; daughter, Kayla Auman;...

Billie K. MullinsBillie K. (Watson) Mullins, 76, passed peacefully from this life on October 6, 2011 surrounded by her loved ones. She was preceded in death by her parents, Claude B. Sr. and Bessie M. Watson; and brothers, Odell Watson and Claude B. Watson Jr. Billie is survived by her husband of 49 years, Hampton Mullins; children, Bert Griggs, Mitchell...