Charles A. RobertsCharles A. Roberts, 72, passed away Friday, September 25, 2009 surrounded by his family. Born in Burning Springs, West Virginia, Chuck lived most of his life in Cuyahoga Falls and was the founder of Tri-County Service Center in 1970 and retired in 2000 to Leesburg, Florida. He is survived by his wife, Marlene; children, Lynn (Jim) Whitten of...

Wayne S. Meadows "Mr. Frugal"Wayne S. Meadows, 49, of Akron, passed away September 27, 2009. Wayne was born in Beckley, West Virginia on May 13, 1960. He proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps for four years and graduated from the University of Akron with a six year degree. He was employed at Mogadore Local Schools for 26 years. Wayne...

Donna J. TzowrosDonna J. "Sis" Tzowros, 70, passed away peacefully September 26, 2009 surrounded by her loving family and her suffering is over with. She was an avid collector of Thomas Kinkade and was a huge Johnny Mathis fan. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Cathy. Donna is survived by her loving husband of 50 years, Anthony; son,...

Peggy L. GardnerPeggy L. Gardner, 61, of Uniontown, passed away surrounded by family on September 26, 2009. Peggy was born in Akron on March 17, 1948 and attended Akron Public Schools. She was a co-owner of Design Carpet Warehouse and Gardner Homes. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clyde and Nelda Morris and sister, Claudia Mackey. Peggy will...

Donna GormanDonna Gorman, 60, passed away September 25, 2009 surrounded by her loving family. She was a hairdresser for 35 years and managed Salon Suites in the Akron/Canton area for 15 years. Donna's hobby was making crafts and she was a member of Twigs for 15 years at Akron Children's Hospital. She was an avid sports fan and enjoyed watching...

Willie Mae Bennett "Mae"Willie Mae Bennett "Mae", 84, went home to be with the Lord on September 24, 2009, at Akron General Medical Center. Mae was born in Jefferson County, Alabama, and was a resident of Akron. She retired from the City of Akron and was a member of Harvest House Church. Mae was preceded in death by her husband,...

Jeanne Douty Bishop WestfallJeanne Douty Bishop Westfall left this world to be with her Heavenly Father on September 23, after a long and heroic fight with cancer. She was born on August 29, 1918 in Weston, West Virginia to Paul Jacob and Sylvia Douty. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 53 years, Paul Bishop; and...

Susan Marie Mooney (Barb)Susan Marie Mooney, 50, of Kent, passed into God's gentle embrace with her family and friends by her side on September 21, 2009 at Akron City Hospital. She was born in Akron, Ohio on March 18, 1959. Susan graduated from Field High School and later earned her certification as a pharmacy technician. She was an outstanding homemaker...

Dale E. Gower, 76, beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend peacefully passed away in the presence of his loving family September 21st.He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest & Melissa Gower ; brothers, Harvey & John; sisters, Geneva & Marilyn. He is survived by Patricia, his loving wife of 53 years, son Michael, daughter Millie (Ed) Uhl,...

Pat J. SmithPat J. Smith, 77, passed away on September 18, 2009. After working for several trucking companies, he retired from Roadway Express. Pat was a member of Wintergreen Ledges Church of God, Retired Teamsters Fellowship Club, Masonic Lodge 0083, and the American Motorcycle Association. He also enjoyed motorcycles. Pat was a people person. He could enjoy conversations with anyone...

Richard E. HillRichard E. Hill, 91, passed away on September 19, 2009. He was born in Akron on April 7, 1918 to the late Earl and Jeanette Hill. Richard retired from General Tire in 1978 after 37 years of service. He was an avid bowler and golfer and enjoyed carpentry and woodworking. In addition to his parents, he was preceded...

John J. YakubikJohn Yakubik (Papa John), 57 of Tallmadge, surrounded by his loving family, passed away September 18, 2009. He was a loving husband, father, brother, son and grandfather and will be missed very much, but never forgotten. He was very patient, kind, and always willing to help anyone that needed it. He will be most remembered for his humble...

Roy T. "Tony" CairnsRoy T. "Tony" Cairns, 69, passed away on September 18, 2009. Tony retired from Ford Motor Co. in 1995 after 30 years of service. He and his wife started their family-owned business, North Hill Salvage Store, in 1975. He was a member of Grace Baptist Church for 40 years. Tony loved the Lord and displayed it through...

Ellen Kathryn SherrillEllen Kathryn Sherrill, 81, passed away on September 18, 2009. She was born in New Philadelphia, OH on September 28, 1927 to the late Albert and Edith Norman. She had been a resident of Akron, Tallmadge, Ft. Pierce, Barefoot Bay, and Bolivar. Ellen was very active in her church and was a volunteer for the Barefoot Bay Sheriff....

Ronald J. TomasikRonald J. Tomasik, 52, of Akron, passed away September 14, 2009 at his residence. Ron enjoyed fishing, gardening and grilling. He worked at Weatherchem for the last 11 years as a tool maker, following a family legacy of machinists. He is survived by his parents, Jerome & Delores Tomasik; wife, Linda Tomasik; daughter and son-in-law, Eva & Brian...

Homer SetserHomer Setser, 72, of Tomahawk, Kentucky, passed away Sept. 13, 2009 after a brief illness. Homer was retired from the Norton Company after 42 years of service. He was preceded in death by his son-in-law, Keith Atkinson; and good friend, Phyllis Ward. He is survived by his daughters, Wanda Atkinson, Geraldine Albrecht, and Tina Setser; son, Homer L. Setser;...

John Paul GreerJohn Paul Greer of The Villages, Florida, went to be with The Lord on Sept. 11, 2009. He was born Dec. 30, 1918 in Avery County, NC to Oren and Laura Greer and retired from Ford Motor Company, Brookpark, OH. He was a very patriotic citizen and a WW II Veteran in the U.S. Army and a life...

Gary Darryl KnottsGary Darryl Knotts, 49, went to be home with Jesus on September 13, 2009. He was preceded in death by his mother Judith Hyatt. He is survived by his wife Tamara; son Garon; stepson Zackery Herman; grandson Trenton; father Kenneth Knotts and his wife Cindy; brothers Michael (Cindy) and Daniel Knotts; and several nieces and nephews. Gary was...

James R. Securro"Poke" "Pedro" "Papa"James R. Securro, 61, of Akron, passed away September 11, 2009. He was born in Akron on July 30, 1948 to the late Sammy and Bertha Securro. James attended Ellet High School. Throughout his life, he enjoyed camping, fishing, and spending time with family and friends. He was a hot rod and Harley enthusiast and loved...

Mary Alice ButlerMary Alice Butler, 85, passed away on September 10, 2009. Mary was born in Selbysport, MD on September 22, 1923. She will always be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother and friend. Preceded in death by her husband Ralph; daughter Patsy; son Clifford; and granddaughter Debbie. She is survived by daughters Linda and Alice; sons Richard and Charles;...