Guy W. Pearson "Mr. Lucky"Guy W. Pearson, 70, an Akron resident formerly of Huntington Beach, CA, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2011. Guy was born in Barberton on August 28, 1940. He graduated in 1958 from Garfield High School and immediately enlisted in the U.S. Navy where he first fell in love with California. Throughout his life, Guy was...

Barry R. MeltonBarry R. Melton, 46, passed into God's arms on April 14, 2011. He was an avid fisherman, loving nature. Barry provided for his family by working 12 hour shifts at Diversified Engraving for 20 years. He was preceded in death by his mother, Beverly E. Gisbrecht. Barry is survived by his loving wife of 25 years, Patricia; children,...

Charles W. Watson, 84, passed away on April 14, 2011. Charles served with the US Navy during WWII. He retired from Goodyear Aerospace/Lockheed Martin where he worked as a shipping foreman. Charles enjoyed golf, bowling, gambling, and all sports. Preceded in death by his wife, Juanita; his parents; and his siblings. Survivors include his son, Scott (Kathy); daughter, Becky; grandsons,...

William (Bill) G. SaffellWilliam (Bill) G. Saffell, 78, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away April 13, 2011. He was born January 12, 1933 in Bath, OH to the late Deverne and Pauline Saffell. He served in the U.S. Army out of Ft. Eustis, Virginia. Bill worked in sales for many years and discovered his passion for auctioneering after retirement. In his...

Lydia "Pat" SmithLydia "Pat" Smith, born February 10, 1927, passed away April 9, 2011. She was preceded in death by her parents, Dorothy Fernwalt and Harry Cross; stepfather, Roy Fernwalt; first husband of 19 years, John Brown; second husband of 37 years, Robert Smith; sister, Mary Johnson. She is survived by her daughter, Patricia (John) Forester; son, William (Sandra) Brown;...

Dorothy M. WodtlyDorothy M. Wodtly. Born April 26, 1934, passed away April 12, 2011. I am standing upon the seashore. A ship at my side spreads her white sails to the morning breeze and starts for the blue ocean. She is an object of beauty and strength. I stand and watch her until at length she hangs like a speck...

Gerald R. HamiltonGerald R. Hamilton, 62, passed away on April 11, 2011 from complications of injuries he received in a hit and run accident. Jerry was born on October 7, 1948 in Marion County, West Virginia to the late Lillian and Luther Hamilton. He is survived by his four brothers: Robert (Gloria) Davis, William (Jennie) Davis, James Hamilton and Shirley...

Albert B. Nucciarone, 85, went to be with his wife on April 10, 2011. Al served in WWII as a torpedoman's mate with the US Navy. He retired from Firestone after 37 years of service and later worked at Karder Machine. Al enjoyed woodworking and his model trains. Preceded in death by his wife, Mary Ellen; parents, Dominic and Rose;...

Clyde MorrowClyde Morrow, 85, went home to be with the Lord on April 10, 2011. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Green. Clyde was preceded in death by his loving wife, Patsy Morrow. He is survived by his children, Peggy Wilson (Joe Blanks), Pam Fiume (Mike), Harold Brooks (Angie), Mike Brooks (Charlene), Missy Burmeister (Lloyd), Victor...

Frank Sam BasileDecember 30, 1934 - April 7, 2011Frank passed away at the Copley Health Center at the age of 76 after of brief illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Kathryn Basile; wife, Irene Rosak Basile; and son, Dion. Frank served in the U.S. Army in Korea, retired from Atlantic Foundry after 23 years of...

Wilma L. Griffa (nee Neidlinger)Wilma L. Griffa, 86, passed away April 6, 2011. She was born in Plymouth, Indiana on July 20, 1924 to the late Floyd and Dorothy Neidlinger. She graduated from East High School and retired from Richmond Brothers and later the Summit County Board of Elections. She also was a manager for Lawson's. Wilma was active in...

Dorothea R. StreblerDorothea R. Strebler, 87, of Cincinnati, passed away April 6, 2011. She was born In Salt Lake City, Utah on September 20, 1923 to the late Robert and Helen Burroughs. Dorothea was the former assistant director of Akron Public Libraries and a longtime volunteer at Akron City Hospital. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death...

Roy B. Grimsley, Jr.Roy "Bud" Grimsley, passed away on April 5th, 2011. Born on June 25th, 1922 he was 88. Preceded in death by his parents, Roy & Martha Grimsley; sister, Helen Hunt; and loving wife, Joetta Jean. He leaves behind his sister, Lois of CA; sons, Roy J. Grimsley and Cody LaRusso; daughters, Kim (Bill) Lambert, Tami (Robert) Asher...

Winifred C. "Fritz" Lehman, 91, died April 4, at her home, in the loving arms of her family. Fritz was a lifelong resident of Ellet and a devout member of St. Matthew Church. She married Willis "Bill" Lehman on November 21, 1945, and celebrated 55 loving years of marriage until his passing. Those who knew Fritz knew that her family...

Lena Neportia HuntLena Neportia Hunt departed this earthly life on Tuesday March 29, 2011 at manor care of Akron surrounded by family. She was born July 30, 1922 in Burgesttown, Pennsylvania to the late Mr. and Mrs. Fredrick Johnson. Lena relocated to Akron, Ohio in 1946, and worked for several private families in the Akron area and retired from the...

Gerald (Jerry) KepplerGerald (Jerry) Keppler. June 2, 1928 – March 31, 2011. He was a patternmaker by trade, and owner of XXth Century Pattern Works. Jerry was a very talented man at whatever he attempted. He enjoyed fishing, golfing, drawing and painting, and playing the piano. Jerry was an avid Cleveland sports fan. He was preceded in death by his...

Richard A. TireyRichard A. Tirey, 32, passed away March 30, 2011 after a long illness. He loved California, where he was raised, and the ocean, which he loved to swim in. Richard was preceded in death by his father, Paul, who was his best friend. He is survived by his wife of 3 years, Jessica; brothers, Christian and Robert; mother,...

Dorothy May Powell (nee Shaffer)(please include photo with caption: "Together Again")Dorothy May Powell, 91, of Akron, passed away March 31, 2011. She was born in Fairmount, West Virginia on June 2, 1919 to the late Fred and Ruth Shaffer. Dorothy lived in Florida for many years and worked for the Florida State Boys Correctional School. Upon her retirement, she cared...

Doris J. Enlow, 82, passed away on April 1, 2011. Doris enjoyed painting and doing ceramics. Preceded in death by her parents, Oscar and May Strader; husband, John; brother, Robert; stepmother, Gladys. Survivors include daughter, Karen (Stew) Ross; son, Jack; sisters, Betty Usry and Patricia Perez; 3 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren. Calling hours will be Monday, 6-8 p.m. at NEWCOMER FUNERAL...

June B. Sherrard, RNJune B. Sherrard went home to be with her Lord on March 31, 2011. June was born in Chloe, WV on September 13, 1929 to the late Homer and Laura Gae Moss. She was a graduate of East High School and Peoples Hospital (Akron General) School of Nursing. She worked at Akron City Health Dept., and retired...