Valera V. HolleyValera V. Holley, 79, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away October 21, 2010. Valera was born in Kentucky on May 15, 1931 to the late Donald and Madeline Kidd. She was an accomplished seamstress and enjoyed puzzles. Valera was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond in 1992 and numerous siblings. She will be deeply missed by her children,...

Joey Michelle RichardsonJoey Michelle Richardson, 42, of Kent, passed away October 18, 2010. Joey was born in Camp LeJeune, North Carolina on December 18, 1967. She will always be remembered for her strength and joyful personality. Joey loved her family and took a special delight in spending time with her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father, Joseph...

Lilla Mae ChandlerLilla Mae "Granny Mae" Chandler, Aug. 3, 1920 – Oct. 19, 2010. She has moved on to a better place. Lilla is survived by her daughter, Patricia (Robert) Hershberger; grandchildren, Danean, Shelly, John, and Michael; in-laws, Christine, Frank, Hope, and Staci; great-grandchildren, Mark (Janelle), Dustin (Dawn), Brandon, Jenni Mae, Nathan, and Wendy (Brian); great-great-grandchildren, Mia Rose, Maddie, and...

Edwin S. WaterhouseEdwin S. Waterhouse, 89, passed away October 19. 2010. He was born September 16, 1921 in Pennsylvania. Edwin was an avid camper and traveler and a talented musician. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and retired from Ford Motor Co. in 1981. Edwin was preceded in death by his wife, Hazel; son, Danny; and...

Richard Tony MaroniRichard Tony Maroni, 76, of Ravenna passed away peacefully on Monday, Oct. 18, 2010 at Robinson Memorial Hospital surrounded by his family. He was born on June 24, 1934 in Sandusky, Ohio to the late John and Adelia (Bernadino) Maroni. He had lived in Ravenna since 1960 and was previously employed in the grocery supply business. Survivors include...

William E. "Bill" Reed, 82, passed away on October 18, 2010. Bill was a life resident of Akron and a member of Lakemore United Methodist Church. He retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber after many years of service. Bill enjoyed playing cards and bingo, and traveling to Las Vegas. He was a very kind and friendly man who was always...

Glenn W. Winter, 79, passed away on October 17, 2010, after a short battle with cancer. Glenn served with the US Marine Corps during the Korean War and was a member of the American Legion. He retired from Firestone Tire and Rubber Co. after 30 years of service. Survivors include his beloved wife, Suzanne, of 58 years; daughters, Deborah (Gilbert)...

Donald M. "Don" BraffordDonald M. "Don" Brafford, 68, passed away on October 15, 2010. Don served with the US Army and retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber after over 30 years of service. He was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church and enjoyed fishing and boating. Preceded in death by his parents, William and Rose Ann Brafford; and infant...

Nicholas L. "Nick" TsoufiouNicholas L. "Nick" Tsoufiou, 90, passed away on October 15, 2010. Nick retired from the US Postal Service after 32 years of service. He was a member of Akron Baptist Temple and Temple Heights Baptist church in Tampa, FL. Preceded in death by his wife, Steffie; and brother, George. Survivors include his sons, Bill (Debbie) and Dave...

Gerald Paul StreblerGerald Paul "Jerry" Strebler, 60, passed away October 11, 2010 after a sudden illness. He was a huge Minnesota Vikings fan, and was also a fan of the New York Yankees. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Garnette Strebler; brother, Robert Strebler; and sister, Karen Strebler. He is survived by his sister, Michele (Jeff)...

Ruby N. StilesRuby N. Stiles, 86, went home to be with the Lord on October 14, 2010. Ruby was born in Moundsville, West Virginia on October 24, 1923. She will always be remembered for her quick wit and her love of flowers and the outdoors. She was full of kindness and generosity and had a deep love for her family....

Jerry D. LedelJerrold Dennis Ledel, 31, of Hartville, has gone home to be with the Lord. He was born August 21, 1979 and was a lifelong resident of Northeastern Ohio. God has called him home on Tuesday, October 12, 2010. He is survived by his children, Anthony, Andrew and Auren Ledel; girlfriend, Kimberly Mackintosh; his parents, Dennis and Nancy Ledel;...

George M. DzubaraGeorge M. Dzubara, 51, of Uniontown, went to be with the Lord on October 12, 2010. He was born in Akron on December 25, 1958. George attended St. Matthew School and graduated from both Archbishop Hoban High School and Hocking Technical College. George was a certified auto mechanic for over 30 years. In his free time, George enjoyed...

Edith BlandEdith Bland, 77, passed away October 9, 2010. She was born in Majestic, KY and was currently residing in Red Jacket, WV. Edith was preceded in death by her parents, John and Dolly Prater; brothers, Raymond, Willie, Autry, Lonnie, Trap, Peanut, Artist, and Worley Prater; and grandson, Jerry Lee Collins. She is survived by her sons, Terry Bland, Gary...

Kristina L. Treitinger-King, 43, passed away on October 9, 2010. Kristina had been employed at Giant Eagle for 22 years before joining her family business, A & B Tent Rental, in 2007. Loved riding motorcycles. She was great mom and was always there to help her children with everything. Survived by her parents, John Henry McCoy and Wanda Jenson; husband,...

Lee R. ReederLee R. Reeder, 81, of Akron, passed away October 9, 2010. Lee was born July 12, 1929 in Akron to the late Talford and Bessie Reeder. He was preceded in death by his life companion, Harriet L. Cetnarowski. He will be deeply missed by five sisters, three brothers, and many other relative and friends. All services will be...

Mary Nelle WiseMary Nelle Wise, 90, of Akron, passed away October 8, 2010. Nelle was born October 27, 1919 in Tennessee to the late Benjamin and Minnie Birdwell. She was a longtime member of Oak Hill Presbyterian Church and a dear friend to many people. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Wise...

Gary L. TopperROOTSTOWN - Gary L. Topper, 63, passed away suddenly on October 8, 2010. He was a competitive Cross Bow Archer, winning several trophies. Gary was a veteran of the U.S.A.F. His most recent passion was riding his Harley-Davidson motorcycle. Gary was very passionate about his family, and he was a man you could depend on. He is survived...

Harry Harris, Jr.Harry Harris, Jr., 76, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on October 8, 2010. Harry was born June 26, 1934 in Belington, West Virginia to the late Harry and Evangeline Harris. Harry proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He retired from Goodyear in 1995 after 30 years of employment. He was...

Darrell G. Spradlin, Sr. "Tug", "The Highway Man", a veteran of the U.S. Navy was born Jan. 28, 1941 in McGuffey, Ohio, passed away October 7, 2010. He was preceded in death by his parents, Burt and Catherine Spradlin; and brother, Donnie. He is survived by his children, Debbie Luzzo (Ron), Kimberly Briggs, and Darrell G. Spradlin, Jr. (Terry); sister,...