Steve M. HofbauerSteve M. Hofbauer entered into eternal rest on January 22, 2010. Born on August 25, 1917 to Rose (Tresz) and Joseph Hofbauer. He was a driver for City Baking Co. for 11 years and a store manager at Lawson Milk Co. for 23 years. A veteran of World War II, a former member of Grace Lutheran Church and...

John Palmer (Pappas)John Palmer, 88, of Akron, passed away January 21, 2010. He was born in Greenville, Pennsylvania on September 19, 1921. John served in the U.S. Army and retired from General Tire. He was preceded in death by his wife, Helen. He is survived by his friends, Jim and Vicky Fioramonti, to whom he wrote the following: "During the...

Michael A. CobbMichael A. Cobb, 54, passed away January 20, 2010 surrounded by his loving family. He was a graduate of Ravenna High School, and the National Institute of Technology. Michael was employed for 23 years at Hanson Pipe and Product as a Robotics Technician. In his free time he enjoyed cooking for his family, riding his Harley, NASCAR, traveling...

Garry James WilliamsGarry James Williams, 62, of Greenville, SC, passed away from complications from stroke, dementia, diabetes. Garry was born and raised in Ellet, Ohio. He had thirty years with GT&R police department and the last 10 of those were spent as an executive chauffeur there. Garry loved his Pittsburgh Steelers and his New York Yankees. He will always be...

Elizabeth "Betty" G. JonesElizabeth "Betty" G. Jones, 95, formerly of Tallmadge, Ohio passed away January 18, 2010 at Newark Health Care Center. She was born August 29, 1914 in Little Falls, NY to the late Jacob & Margaret (Drobina) Stimler. Elizabeth was a charter member of Hampe Memorial Church for 62 years, now Tallmadge Wesleyan Methodist Church, where she served...

Edward F. CarpenterEdward F. Carpenter, 87, went home to be with the Lord on January 17, 2010. Edward served with the US Army during WWII. He retired from General Metals Powder Company after 42 years of service and was a member of Eastgate Alliance Church. Edward enjoyed woodworking and camping trips with his family. Preceded in death by his wife...

Marilyn J. ReardonMarilyn J. Reardon, 71, of Akron, passed away January 17, 2010. She was born in Akron on November 25, 1938 and graduated from Ellet High School in 1956. Marilyn will be deeply missed by her husband of 52 years, Jay; sons, Kevin, Kirt, Kenny (Heather), Keith (Debbie) all of Florida; thirteen grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Family and friends...

Jack B. HardmanJack B. Hardman, 80, went home to be with the Lord on January 17, 2010. Jack was born on June 17, 1929 to the late Clarence and Hazel Hardman. He served with the US Marines and the US Air Force and was a veteran of the Korean conflict. Jack retired from Key Bank and had worked in the...

Ronald P. EvansRonald P. Evans, 69, of Tallmadge, passed away January 17, 2010 at his residence. He was born October 19, 1940 in Sharon, Pennsylvania to the late Paul & Dorothy (Dresch) Evans. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his best friends, Joe Ostrowski and Joe Elekes. He is survived by his loving wife of...

Orphia Belle MosesOrphia Belle Moses, 93, passed away on January 13, 2010. Orphia was a member of the New Apostolic Church in Stow where she sang in the choir and taught Sunday School. She enjoyed crocheting, crafts, and helping to raise her nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Ethel Mothersbaugh; husband, Raymond; and all of...

Orvan Daniel Beachy (Dan)Orvan Daniel Beachy, 80, of Massillon, went home to be with the Lord on January 17, 2010. Dan was born On June 17, 1929. He was a faithful member of Community Baptist Temple, having served as a deacon and a church bus driver. Above all, he was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He was a...

Judith G. McCartneyJudith G. McCartney, 74, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away January 13, 2010. She was born in Millersburg, Kentucky on July 6, 1935. Judith will be deeply missed by her husband of 55 years, Virgil G. McCartney; sons, Jeff (Angie), David, and Kevin McCartney; and grandchildren, Brianna, Zach, Connor, Ashley, and Mason. Per Judith's request, cremation has taken place...

Edward E. Trimble, Sr.Edward E. Trimble, Sr., 67, went home to be with the Lord on January 16, 2010 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Rosemont, WV, but lived in Akron most of his life. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War serving 7 years. He retired from B.F. Goodrich Chemical as a site...

Ralph L. PyleRalph L. Pyle, 89, passed away January 15, 2010 after a long illness. Originally from Waynesburg, PA, he moved to Akron to work in the rubber industry at B.F. Goodrich as a tire builder retiring after 30 years. Ralph enjoyed vegetable gardening and raising game birds for local hunting and fishing clubs. He was always willing to help...

Sue TenneySue Tenney, of Akron, passed away January 13, 2010 after a short battle with cancer. Sue enjoyed decorating her home and gardening. She was preceded in death by her father, Ray Corns; mother, Genevieve DeMent; sister, Brenda Booth; and special dog, Sweetie. She will be deeply missed by her husband of 38 years, Jim; sons, Lonnie (Yvonne) Murdock and...

Dorothy A. WadeDorothy A. Wade, 80, of Akron, passed away January 12, 2010. Dorothy was born in Akron on October 7, 1929. She retired from General Tire and was a member of the Women's Generettes. She was a longtime member of Visitation of Mary Catholic Church (formerly Annunciation), where she belonged to the Ladies Guild. Dorothy will always be remembered...

Dennis D. FabianDennis D. Fabian, 64, of Akron, passed away January 13, 2010. Dennis was born in Akron on March 22, 1945. He was preceded in death by his father, Dennis J. He will be deeply missed by his wife, Nancy; mother, Helen; daughter, Danielle; sons, David (Delaine) and Brandon; sister, Barb (Denny) Lutey; and grandchildren, Arena, Burkliee, and Draven....

Eugene J. KerriganEugene J. "Irish" Kerrigan, 91, passed away January 12, 2010 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in New York City, and was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving in World War II and the Korean Conflict. Irish was a member of St. Matthew's Church, VFW Airport Post, and Retired Teamsters Local #24. Preceded in death...

Beth Ann ConnerBeth Ann Conner, 40, of Lakemore, passed away unexpectedly on January 11, 2010. Beth was born August 8, 1969 in Akron. She was employed as an office manager for American Solutions and was a member of the Army Navy 273. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, George and Bernice Conner and Stephen and Beverly Serva; and...

Jennifer SherrinJennifer Sherrin, 54, passed away January 12, 2010 surround by her loving family. She was a good loving wife and mother. Jennifer is survived by her loving husband of 12 years, David; children, Keith (Kayla) Pocock, and Tracy Pocock; mother, Ruby Bittinger; father, Harmon Unroe; step-children, Michelle, Laura, and David; grandchildren, Jayce, Dominic, and Isabelle; brother, Mark; sisters, Tammy...