George D. May, 98, passed peacefully on Wednesday, October 5, 2011 in Akron, one week prior to his 99th birthday. He was born on October 12, 1912 in Bridgeport, OH. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Agnes F. May; mother, Edna; brother, Albert; sister, Edna Jane.He is survived by his daughters, Juanita Stalnaker, Shirley May, Eloise Sutton;...

Edgar A. NealEdgar A. Neal, 58, of Akron, passed away October 5, 2011. Ed was born on February 10, 1953 in Rantoul, Illinois. He graduated from Tallmadge High Scholl and was known as a diligent worker. He retired from Akron Brick and Block after 25 years of service. He was a member of the Teamsters Local 348. Ed had many...

Teresa May Milan "Toots"Teresa May Milan, 83, of Stow, passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 1, 2011. She was born in Akron on May 3, 1928 to the late Nick and Teresa Georgephy. She was a longtime member of High Street Christian Church where she belonged to the Dorcas Group, sang in the choir, taught Sunday School, and...

Betty M. KearnsBetty M. (Davis) Kearns, 75, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2011, after a two year heroic battle with lung cancer. She was born and raised in Garrett, PA, moved to Akron around the age of 16; where shortly after she met the love of her life. "Betts" was preceded in death by...

Robert E. FausnaughtRobert E. Fausnaught, 89, passed away quietly on September 30, 2011 surrounded by his loving family. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II as a paratrooper fighting in the Battle of the Bulge. Robert participated in the first Soap Box Derby on Tallmadge Hill. He was a environmentalist long before environmentalism was cool. Robert taught...

Millie L. EsqueMillie L. Esque, 70, of Akron, passed away after a brief battle with cancer on October 1, 2011. She was born in Akron on January 3, 1941. Millie worked for the All American Soap Box Derby for over 20 years. In her free time, she enjoyed flower gardening, camping with her family, and her French Bulldog Bronson. She...

Thomas L. Boyle, 68, passed away on September 30, 2011. The son of Gerald and Evelyn was born on February 14, 1943 in Akron, OH. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Gerald; sister, Harriett. He is survived by his sons, Tom, Jim (Chris) Fleming; daughter, Kim (Bill) Holcomb; grandchildren, Ashley, Cailin, Taylor, Nick; former wives, Anne Inman...

Jean M. WrightJean M. Wright, 82, of Uniontown, passed away September 27, 2011. She was born on January 14, 1929 in Akron, Ohio to the late Lenwood and Kathryn Roach. She was employed at General Tire for 28 years. Jean will always be remembered as a caring, generous, and compassionate person. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in...

Thelma B. Evans, 98, passed away on September 29, 2011. She was born on January 18, 1913 in Toledo, Ohio.Thelma was preceded in death by her loving husband, John, of 53 years; daughter, Joan. She is survived by her son, Steve (Gerry) Evans; 5 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren. Visitation will be on Sunday, October 2, from 2-3 PM at...

Carlene Smetts (nee Riley), 81, passed away on September 27, 2011. Mom went home today to be with dad. Now they are together to see over all they love. She went gently with her dog, Brown Sugar, and loved ones by her side. She will be loved and thought about with tears till the hurt is gone, then smiles and...

Florence R. DeMitaFlorence R. (nee Hudkins) DeMita passed away at home on September 27, 2011 surrounded by her loving family. She loved quilting, crafts, and especially cooking for family and friends. Florence enjoyed collecting Dept. 56 Houses. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lynwood and Opal Hudkins; and brother, Lynwood Hudkins. Florence is survived by her loving husband...

Marian Marie ThomasMarian Marie Thomas, 81, of Akron, went to be with the Lord on September 26, 2011. She was born on February 19, 1930 in Cuyahoga Falls to the late Arbie and Lucille Thomas. She was a longtime member of Akron Baptist Temple where she taught Sunday School for 50 years. She enjoyed volunteering at University Park Nursing Home...

Donald E. Cummings, Sr.Donald E. Cummings, Sr., 95, of Akron, passed away on September 26, 2011. He was born in South Fork, PA on December 3, 1915. He lived in Akron nearly his entire life and retired from Herman Machine. He is survived by his son, Don Jr. (Irene) and granddaughter, Debbie. He was preceded in death by his wife,...

Wanda Y. Kreitzburg, 84, passed away on September 25, 2011.The daughter of Harry and Ella Wilson, she was born on May 14, 1927 in Akron, OH. Wanda was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Leonard "Rusty". She is survived by her children, Linda and Brad; granddaughter, Amy and sister, Pam Wilson. Not only did Wanda love her family...

Ruby HoltRuby Holt, 90, went to be with the Lord on September 26, 2011. She is survived by her children, Timothy (Pamela) Fulton and Sharon (Ralph) Meyer; grandchildren, Timothy (Arlene) Fulton Jr., Jeneva (Richard) Richardson, Mark (Bobbi) Shaw, and Shannon (Joshua) Myers; 7 great-grandchildren; brother, Ronald M. Woods of Utah; and many other loving family members. A graveside service will...

Francis J. Tomaiko, 95, passed away on September 24, 2011. Born in Instanter, PA on April 4, 1916 to the late John and Mary Tomaiko. He resided in Tallmadge for the past 62 years. Francis was a retired carpenter and leather craftsman. He was a member of Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church. In addition to his parents, he was...

Karen Gene Holl, 64, passed away on September 24, 2011.The daughter of Eugene and Dawn Shuey, she was born on December 7, 1946 in Akron, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her loving spouse, David; son, Kurt (Wendy); daughter, Laura (Adam) Lander; grandchildren, Korey, Brayden, Camden, Payton; sisters, Audrey, Diane, Charlene; brothers, Richard...

Edward "Whitey" Henry, 66, passed away on September 24, 2011. He was born in Morgantown, WV on February 7, 1945. He was an avid West Virginia Mountaineers Football fan and enjoyed travelling to Las Vegas and Mountaineer. Whitey retired from the Akron City School and later worked at Duffy's Restaurant. Preceded in death by his dad, Ralph. Survivors include his...

Alan G. MightAl Might, 66, of Springfield Twp. went home to be with the Lord on September 22, 2011. Al worked at Rubber Assoc. for 7 years, and Acme Warehouse for 28 years. Al loved fishing and camping, tractor pulls, family and friends, working in his yard, and all his warm and loving neighbors. He was preceded in death by...

Milford Wayne Cutright, 76, went home to be with the Lord on September 20, 2011. Milford was born on November 22, 1934 in Akron, OH and resided there for the majority of his life. He worked at Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. for 42 years, retiring in 1995. He greatly enjoyed hunting, camping, singing, and playing his guitar. He also...