Robert Paul Weigel, 87, passed away July 1, 2011, after a brief illness. Robert was born March 5, 1924, in Akron, to Paul G. and Wallie (Schratzenstaller) Weigel. He grew up in South Akron where he attended Goodrich Elementary School and graduated from Akron South High School in 1941. He worked briefly for Acme Grocery, and then travelled to California...

M. Estelle Johnson, 92, passed away on July 1, 2011. She was born in Cullman, AL on January 28, 1919. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenner. She is survived by her sons, Richard (Connie) and William (Rhonda) Johnson. She had several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Family and friends may visit on Wednesday from 7-9 PM at NEWCOMER FUNERAL...

Charles E. Woods, 72, passed away on June 29, 2011. Charles served with the National Guard for 21 years and retired from Paul Watts Trucking Co. Preceded in death by his parents, William and Mary Woods. Survivors include his beloved wife, Stephanie; sons, Gary (Julie) Stone, Mike (Sharon) Stone, Charles Woods, II, Bill (Darla) Kurak; daughters, Wanda Ray, Mary Zupancic;...

Samantha Christine AlbersonSamantha Christine Alberson, 38, of Akron, passed away June 26, 2011. Samantha was born in Akron on June 22, 1973. She was a home healthcare aide for many years. Samantha will always be remembered for her kind and considerate personality and her love for children. She was preceded in death by her mother, Evelyn Alberson. She will be...

Alexandria Jarotte, 67, passed away on June 24, 2011. Alexandria was born on December 27, 1943 to George and Pauline Holb in Akron. Alexandria was preceded in death by her father. She is survived by her mother Pauline; son, Christopher Capps; sisters, Patricia Hill and Linda McLeod.

Shirley M. Shovestull, 69, passed away on June 27, 2011. She was a member of the Westside Church of Christ in Akron. Shirley loved her grandchildren, teaching children's Bible classes, cats, baking, and crafts. She was also a volunteer reading tutor and mentor at the Cuyahoga Falls public schools. Preceded in death by her husband, Allen; and parents, Ernest and...

Ethel V. RichardsEthel V. Richards (nee Thorn), 78, passed away June 24, 2011 surrounded by her loving family. She retired from K-Mart on Arlington Street after 25 years of service. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Philip W. Richards; parents, Ulysses and Ruth Thorn; and sisters, Margaret, Dorothy, and Evelyn. Ethel is survived by her children, Pamela...

June A. HayesJune A. Hayes, 70, went home to her mansion in Heaven on June 24, 2011. She was born in Akron on October 28, 1940 to the late Carl and Catherine Olds. June was a talented artist and loved to write poetry. Above all, she was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother and will be missed by all who...

Wesley Martin Hart, Jr. of Cuyahoga Falls, 88, passed away peacefully June 23, 2011, at home where he was cared for by his children. He was born July 23, 1922, in Akron, Ohio, to Wesley and Beulah. He was a retired Air Force Reserve Captain and served in WWII as a P-51 pilot where he flew numerous missions in Europe.Preceded...

Nancy Aleva went home to be with her Lord Jesus Christ on June 24, 2011. Nancy was born April 22, 1952 in Martins Ferry, OH, the beloved daughter of the late Leslie and Margaret Aleva. Nancy moved to Akron with her family in 1959. She was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church. Survivors include her sister, Marjorie; her brother,...

Dr. Ira S. ChapmanDr. Ira S. Chapman, 90, died peacefully, surrounded by family, on June 22, 2011. Ira graduated from Western Reserve School of Dentistry in 1945. From there he went to active duty, Pacific Theater, on the USNS Hospital Ship Hope. Upon his return, he was at the Naval Air Station in Akron, as Chief of Dental Services until...

Florence A. FarmerFlorence A. Farmer, 76, of Ravenna, passed away June 22, 2011. Florence was born in Akron on February 2, 1935 to the late Raymond and Opal Yohe, Sr. She was a member of Brimfield Church of God. In her free time, she enjoyed crocheting, playing computer games, crossword puzzles, and going for drives. Above all, she loved spending...

Antoinette M. School, age 79, passed away on June 20, 2011. She was born on January 11, 1932 in Akron, Ohio. Antoinette graduated from St. Vincent, Class of 1950, a member of St. Matthews since 1964. She enjoyed playing cards, golfing and being with people.She was preceded in death by her parents.Antoinette is survived by her husband, Al; son, Albert...

Sandy Denise SchrammSandy Denise "Dee" (nee Ford) Schramm of Springfield Twp. passed away June 19, 2011. Born in Akron, she lived most of her life in Springfield, and graduated from Springfield High School in 1980. Sandy was preceded in death by her dad, John Ford. She is survived by her sons, Mark (Rikki) Schramm, and John Schramm; the love of...

Molly J. Jordan (Angel)On April 7, 1938 Homer & Goldie Angel were blessed with a beautiful baby girl whom they named Molly J. Angel. Molly was born and raised in Barberton, Ohio. Molly later moved to Akron, Ohio where she loved to cook, gardening, going to yard sales, watching QVC and spending time with her beloved husband William Jordan of...

Bettie M. "Marley" Stahl, 55, passed away on June 17, 2011. Bettie enjoyed her trips to Ocean City and Hartville and swimming with her grandson, Tristan. She also loved her dogs, Oscar and Kaih, and training with them at Papps Dog Training. She was preceded in death by her father, Quinnin Bashore. Survivors include her mother, Dorothy Bashore; daughter, Heather...

Joyce Irene Howe,56, passed away on June 18, 2011. The daughter of Clarence Huddleston and Ruby Carter. She was born on September 16, 1954 in Akron, Ohio. Survivors include her parents; best friend, Ronald Howe, Syracuse, NY; daughters, Ruby Smith, Rhonda Howe; sons Ronald Howe Jr., Donald (Candy) Howe; 10 grandchildren and 1 great –grandson; special friend, Joe; sisters, Ann...

Helen Ruth Hoover, 93, passed away on June 17, 2011.The daughter of Alva and Myrtle Miller, she was born on January 24, 1918 in Dudley, PA. Helen was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Frederick Earl; grandson, Joseph Adam Hoover; sisters, Mildred, Hazel and Hester.She is survived by her brother Richard Miller; sons, Dick (Diana) Hoover, Gary (Susan) Hoover,...

Geraldine "Gerry" (Patten) Parsch, 90, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2011, after a courageous battle with lung cancer. Gerry was very involved with the First United Methodist Church and the Republican Party. Preceded in death by her husband, Thomas; and son, Tommy. She is survived by sons, Charles Patten, of Florida, William Patten, of Arizona; daughter, Deborah Hall, of...

John Raymond CastilowJohn Raymond Castilow, 54, of Suffield, passed away on June 13, 2011. John was born in Akron on June 17, 1956 to the late Mahlon and Hilda Castilow. He will always be remembered as a hard worker and for his ability to make people laugh. John was a member of St. Joseph Church Randolph and enjoyed spending time...