Paul W. PhillipsPaul W. Phillips, 71, of Tallmadge, passed away January 12, 2010. Paul was born in Buckhannon, West Virginia on August 16, 1938 to the late Russell and Freda Phillips. He was a proud U.S. Army veteran, having served in the Korean and Vietnam Wars. He also enjoyed his career as a long distance truck driver for GM. In...

RueNelle DurstRueNelle Durst, 79, went home to be with the Lord on January 11, 2010. She was born September 6, 1930 to the late Ross and Lurlie Rutherford in Pikeville, KY, but lived most of her life in Ohio. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Lloyd Dale Allen; grandson, Matthew Allen Lewis; and brother, Ritchie Rutherford. She...

Roy Calvin WareRoy Calvin Ware, 69, passed away January 10, 2010. He was born Mingo, WV, and retired from the U.S. Army after 20 years of service also serving two tours in Vietnam. Preceded in death by his parents, Guy and Mary Ware; sister, Maxine White; and brother, Stanley Ware. Roy is survived by his loving wife of 44 years,...

Maryellen StalderMaryellen Stalder, 56, of Randolph Twp., passed away January 9, 2010. Maryellen was born in Akron on July 11, 1953. She graduated from Ellet High School and performed as a majorette as a teenager. She was preceded in death by her father, George Moore and brother, Robert Moore. She will be deeply missed by her husband of 29 years,...

Betty Butz (nee Vanderhoff)Betty Butz, nee Vanderhoff, 45, went home to be with her Lord and Savior January 8, 2010 after a long illness. She was born February 20, 1964 in Titusville Pennsylvania and was a lifetime resident of Akron. She was preceded in death by her father, Donald Vanderhoff Sr. and dad, Wilbert D. Pierce. She is survived by...

Philip H. HastonPhilip H. Haston, 72, passed away suddenly on January 9, 2010. He was born on January 8, 1938 in Spencer, TN and had been a resident of Akron for the past 52 years. He retired from Wonder Bread after 42 years of service as a maintenance mechanic. Phil enjoyed camping, hunting, and fishing, but his greatest love was...

Pauline Heard SmitleyPauline Heard Smitley, 94, of Akron, passed away January 8, 2010.

David BaloghDavid Balogh, 50, passed away December 19, 2009.

Twyla G. WagnerTwyla G. Wagner, 82, passed away January 8, 2010. Her greatest love, besides her family, was her music. She was a church organist for over 40 years at the East Market Street United Church of Christ. She was preceded in death by her husbands, George Pfeiffer, Bob Wagner, and son, Tim Wagner. She is survived by four daughters,...

Edna L. ForsheyEdna L. Forshey, 76, passed away January 6, 2010 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on November 10, 1933 in Akron, Ohio to Leeland and Sadie Wilkinson. Edna was raised in the North Hill area and attended North High School. She was an inspiration to her family. Preceded in death by the love of her life,...

Marie A. Holder (Winland)Marie A. Holder, 32, was taken from us suddenly and unexpectedly on Sunday, January 3, 2010. She was the most loving and caring mom to her children, Jaxson (6) and Mikaela (11 months). Survived by her devoted husband, Chris Holder. She was the loving daughter of Laurie (Doug) Miller and Jeff (Sandy) Winland; she was a loving...

Marie B. McCallMarie B. McCall, 69, went home to be with the Lord on January 4, 2010. Marie worked at East Side Café for many years and was affectionately known as "Mama" or "Nana" to her customers and co-workers. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Mary Sanford; sisters, Lorraine Sotkovsky, Katherine Timms, and Carol Sanford; and...

Robert "Bob" A. StarcherRobert A. Starcher, 68, of Lakemore, passed away January 3, 2010. Bob was born in Akron on November 16, 1941 to the late Isaac and Bessie Starcher. He proudly served in Vietnam in the U.S. Army. Robert retired from Chrysler, was a member of UAW Local 122, and was the owner of Starcher Painting Co. He was...

George Thomas "Tom" WiantGeorge Thomas "Tom" Wiant, 75, passed peacefully into heaven on January 2, 2010. Tom proudly served in the US Marine Corp during the Korean War. He was a 50-year member of the Sheet Metal Worker's Local 70/33. He was a 32nd degree Mason of Amos H. Engelbeck Lodge 751. Tom was also a member of the Shriner's...

Catherine M. Gooden Catherine M. Gooden, 84, passed away on December 31, 2009. She was a member of Springfield Baptist Church and also attended Crossroads Church. Catherine was active in the Women's Missionary Society and enjoyed sewing, knitting, and crocheting. Preceded in death by her husband, Harold. Survivors include her son, Edward (Debbie); daughters, Linda (Jim) Wilson, Debby (Jim) Smith,...

Kenneth Gary ReeherKenneth Gary Reeher, 56, of Hermitage, passed away December 29, 2009 after a long battle with cancer, during which he never lost his deep faith. Ken was born May 25, 1953. He was employed as a manager for Denny's and later retired from Werner Enterprises. Ken's passions included cooking, reading, and hunting. He was also an avid Steelers...

Waneta M. MitchellWaneta M. Mitchell, 72, of Edinburg, passed away December 26, 2009. She was born October 27, 1937 in Tallmadge to the late Paul and Esther Hawkins. Waneta was a dedicated employee of the Southeast School System, having worked as a janitor and a bus driver. She will always be remembered as a loving mother and a great friend...

Neill P. WagnerNeill P. Wagner, 57, passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on December 29, 2009 after a brief illness. He was a graduate of Hudson High School. Neill was employed by Rockside Place Apartments for seven years in building maintenance. By trade and passion he was a skilled machinist and designer. Neill was happiest kayaking and...

Dr. Claude Yves MeadeDr. Claude Yves Meade died peacefully December 25, at the City Hospital palliative care unit due to complications of Parkinson's disease. He was surrounded by loving family and friends. Born April 28, 1920 in Nantes, France to WWI veteran Meredith Clair Meade and Jeanne Barbare. Dr. Meade was a WWII veteran and fought three years with the...

Dorothy K. PitmanDorothy K. Pitman, 87, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, December 28, 2009. Dorothy passed away peacefully with her family by her side. She was born in Morgantown, WV on July 16, 1922. She was preceded in death by her late husband, Russell; parents, Evelyn and Harold Brown; sister, Dora; and grandparents, Carrie and Harry...