Ruth Elaine Louderback, 72, passed away on March 12, 2011. Ruth loved spending time with her family. She also enjoyed crossword puzzles, jigsaw puzzles, and playing games. She is survived by her husband, John, of 53 years; daughter, Janet Kramer; sisters, Annabell Loucka and Jean Cillian; brothers, Tom, David, and Daniel Loucka; grandchildren, Robert Kramer, Sarah (Curtis) Hawks, and Chris...

Donald Henry Farmer "Zeke", 65, the light of Liz's life, was taken away on March 13, 2011. Zeke was born in Akron on July 27, 1945 to the late Henry and Marietta Farmer. He enjoyed fishing and hunting at the family cabin in southern Ohio, stock car racing, restoring and collecting classic cars, as well as spending time with his...

John F. Powers, 88 years old, was born February 20, 1923 in Paden City, West Virginia to Clayton and Edna Powers. He stepped into eternity on March 11, 2011 surrounded by his family; joining Madeline, his wife of 63 years, in glory. John was a loving father and grandfather. He served his country during World War II returning from the...

Bertram Frank HughesBert Hughes, 71, passed to the hands of our Lord March 13th, 2011. He was born and raised in Akron, Ohio July 24, 1939, and worked as a machinist in the rubber industry, retiring from Goodyear in 2001. An avid hunter and fisherman, Bert enjoyed spending time in the outdoors watching the birds with family and friends, sharing...

Antoinette Ward (nee Macchiarola), loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away March 12th at her home. Born in Akron on November 25, 1924, to the late Angelina and Michael Macchiarola, Antoinette was a member of the Father Duffy Ladies Auxiliary, The Council of Italian American Societies and the Altar & Rosary Society of St. Joseph's Church where she prepared and...

Danny ColemanDanny Coleman, 60, passed away March 11, 2011. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. Danny was a faithful member of the Southeast Church of Christ. Next to his service to God was his devotion to his family. His granddaughters brought him special joy. Danny was an honest and fun-loving person who always thought of others more than...

Carl V. NortonCarl V. Norton, 86, of Portage Lakes passed away March 10, 2011. He was born July 4, 1924 to the late Charles & Helen Norton. Carl was a veteran of WWII serving in the U.S. Army. He was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia M. Norton; and brother, Donald R. Norton. Carl is survived by their daughters,...

Michael D. Sisto, born March 2, 1965, passed away on March 10, 2011. Mike was a lifelong resident of Cuyahoga Falls and graduated from Woodridge High School. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Rudy and Ellen Feiler; and his uncle, Rev. Roger Feiler. Surviving are his parents, Sam and Jane Sisto; brothers, David, of Ft. Worth, TX, Scott,...

Bruce E. "Bud" BarnesBruce E. "Bud" Barnes, 80, passed away March 9, 2011 after a courageous 4 ½ month battle following an accidental injury. He was very proud of his involvement with the Goodyear Airships (Blimps) for many years. Bruce was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Air Force, and was a member of St. Matthew Church....

Clark W. EdgerlyClark W. Edgerly, passed away March 10, 2011, one day short of his 91st birthday, surrounded by his devoted wife and children. He was an active member of the Church of the Good Shepherd United Methodist for over 40 years in Akron, Ohio. Clark was an avid Euchre player in championship style, was a retiree from Ohio Edison...

Larry R. MyersLarry R. Myers, 64, of Uniontown, passed away March 9, 2011. Larry was born in Akron on May 20, 1946. He was an independent contractor and the owner of several Pizza Pan restaurants. While his children were growing up, he coached softball and Peewee football. Above all, Larry was devoted to his God and his family. He enjoyed...

Mary Jane Dugan (nee Drumm), 81, of Tampa, Florida (Akron, OH), went home to be with the Lord on March 5, 2011. She was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Harry Dugan, and by her parents, Harold Drumm, Sr. and Helen (Rawling) Drumm; brothers, Harry, Earl, John, Charles, and Harold, Jr. She was a loving wife, mother,...

James Blair ArmstrongJames Blair Armstrong was born in Kenmore on March 19, 1918 and completed his life's journey on March 8, 2011. He attended Immaculate Conception Parish, Kenmore High School, and worked for General Tire. In January, 1942 he enlisted in the Army. At Fort McClellan, Alabama he met and married Eulene Vick, a redheaded Army nurse from Bankston, Alabama...

Mary Jane O'Neal (nee Taylor), 67, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2011. Mary was preceded in death by her sister, Madeline Smith. Survivors include her loving companion of 23 years, Paul Mason; daughters, Erica (Kelly Mitchely) Lowery and Jennifer (Charles) Fertig; grandchildren, Jamie, Joey, Alex, and Samantha; brother-in-law, Don Smith; and many nieces and nephews. A memorial service will...

Sherman P. TiggsSherman P. Tiggs, 40, went home to be with the Lord on March 6, 2011. He was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio and was a resident of Akron for the past 15 years. He was preceded in death by a son, Germaine; and his grandmother, Geneva Alexander. He is survived by his loving wife of 13 years,...

Helen KerzieHelen Kerzie, 88, of Mogadore, entered into eternal rest on March 3, 2011 surrounded by her loving family after 5 years of failing health. Helen was born in Canton, Ohio on September 6, 1922, the oldest of six children. She was raised in Mogadore and graduated from Mogadore High School. Grammy loved family vacations, bingo, ceramics, quilting, and cooking....

William J. A. "Bill" NaveBill, age 60, took his next step on the journey of life on March 2, 2011. He was born on June 13, 1950. He graduated from the University of Akron, Kent State University and Case Western Reserve. After four years in the U.S. Air Force, he returned to Akron. He spent the next 26 years as...

Mary R. Baer, 92, went to be with the Lord on March 3, 2011. Mary was a member of Visitation of Mary Catholic Church and St. Anne's Guild. She was a past member of Tallmadge AARP, Tallmadge Prime Timers and Busy Sunshine. Mary enjoyed gardening, bowling, and playing cards with her friends at Annunciation Terrace. Preceded in death by her...

Ruth Evelyn SmithRuth Evelyn Smith, 85, surrounded by her loved ones, went home to be with the Lord on March 1, 2011. She was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Donald E.; grandson, Lance Wargo; son-in-law, Karl Lange; and daughter-in-law, Carol Smith. Ruth is survived by her children, Kathleen N. Smith, Donald H. Smith, Robert A. Smith,...

Rose LewayRose Leway, 92, of Akron, passed away February 22, 2011. Rose was born on November 10, 1918 to the late George and Elizabeth Swatko, Sr. She was a member of Nativity of the Lord Jesus Church and participated in We Care. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Joe. She will be deeply...