Franklyn A. EtterFranklyn A. Etter, 90, passed away September 8, 2009. He was born September 6, 1919 in Lakemore, Ohio. Franklyn served in the U.S. Army and retired from the U.S. Postal Service after many years as a letter carrier. He was preceded in death by his parents, Wester and Lulu Watson and brothers, Forrest, Web, Donald, and Joel Etter....

Mary L. PopowitchMary L. Popowitch, 95, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on September 8, 2009. Mary was born February 7, 1914 in Yorkville, Ohio to the late George and Sarah Vucelic. She was an active member of Hillwood Chapel. She devoted her life to raising her family and was a talented seamstress. Mary will be missed...

James C. ReederJames C. Reeder, 81, of Kent, passed away September 4, 2009. James was born December 16, 1927 in Akron to the late Talford and Bessie Reeder. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gay. He will be deeply missed by five sisters, four brothers, and many other relatives and friends. All services will be private. NEWCOMER FUNERAL...

Evelyn WestergaardEvelyn Westergaard, 89, of Akron, passed away September 3, 2009 at the Hospice Care Center. She was born July 11, 1920 in Buchtel OH to the late Harry & Emily (Shepard) Conley. Evelyn served in the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps (WAAC) and later worked at Forest City. She was a member of Lakemore United Methodist Church for 55 years....

Lori Jean Dillon (nee Stubblefield)Lori Jean Dillon (nee Stubblefield), 41, passed away on September 1, 2009. Lori was loved by her family and many friends. She had a special love for her 3 dogs, Pretty Girl, Little Boy, and Honey Bear. Lori was preceded in death by her mother, Karen Shelton. Survivors include her father and stepmother, Jerry and Charlotte...

Russell Thomas HartRussell Thomas Hart, 49, of Akron, passed away unexpectedly on August 31, 2009. Russell was born December 5, 1959. He was employed by Uniontown Septic and was a longstanding member of the Mogadore Moose #1082. In his free time, he enjoyed golfing and bowling and was an avid OSU fan. He was preceded in death by his father,...

Byron "Dean" BirminghamByron "Dean" Birmingham, 61, passed away on August 30, 2009. Dean was a member of Springfield Assembly of God. He was the owner of Brown St. Café and enjoyed riding motorcycles. Preceded in death by his son Byron Dean, Jr.; parents Fern and John; and brothers David, Dennis, and Darrell. Survivors include his wife Pamela; daughter Nancy (Floyd)...

Fern R. WyantFern R. Wyant, 85, of Akron, passed away August 27, 2009. She was born February 5, 1924 in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. Fern was a talented seamstress and had a love of flowers and gardening. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother and will be missed by all who knew her. Fern was preceded in death by her husband,...

Robert B. ThompsonRobert B. Thompson, 79, passed away August 30, 2009. He was preceded in death by his son, Jeffrey A.; parents, James and Jane; brothers, John, Thomas, James, Orie, Harry, Marvin and Norman; and sister, Alberta. Bob is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Nellie; daughter, Debra (Daniel) Jernigan; sons, Robert and Mark (Rachelle) Thompson; grandchildren, Jessica...

Mary C. ReesMary C. Rees, 82, of Akron, passed away August 30, 2009. Mary was born in Akron on July 11, 1927 to the late Charles and Agnes Habig. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother and will be missed by all who knew her. Mary was preceded in death by her son, Charles "Chuck" Rees and sister,...

Joseph V. SpaldingJoseph V. "Bill" Spalding, 87, passed away August 29, 2009. He was born in Marion Co., KY and lived in Akron most of his life. Joseph served his country during World War II in the U.S. Army. After retiring, he spent most of his time on Lake Erie where he was an avid fisherman. Joseph was preceded in...

John E. SkyeJohn E. Skye, 91, passed away on August 17, 2009. He was preceded in death by wife, Doris; and two of his granddaughters, Beth Ann and Traci. John joined the Navy during WWII, retiring in 1963, then worked for Columbus Services, retiring in 1983. John was a member of the Mogadore Christian Church and choir. Being an accomplished...

Bobbie Jo Clites (Parks)Bobbie Jo Clites, 78, of Delaware, OH, formerly of Akron, passed away August 24, 2009. She was born September 19, 1930 in Ellijay, GA. She attended Tallmadge High School. Throughout her career, Bobbie managed several restaurants and worked as a receptionist and sales staff member. She was a member of Mogadore Baptist Church while living in Akron...

Wanda D. LewisWanda D. Lewis, 88, passed away August 25, 2009 after a short illness surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Barberton, Ohio, and lived in Akron for most of her life. Wanda retired from O'Neal's after 25 years of service. She was a member of Eagles #555 and The Eastern Star. Wanda is preceded in death...

Linda C. LamontLinda C. Lamont, 66, passed away on August 24, 2009. She is survived by her daughters Dawn (Steve) Radonich, Merri (James) Hyden, and Laurie Lamont; son Carl Lamont; sister Shirley; brother Junior; many grandchildren; and 1 great-grandchild. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 330-784-3334.

Nick P. GuistinoNick P. Guistino, 86, passed away on August 22, 2009, at his residence.Born in Akron, he grew up and worked in the various rubber companies until WWII when he joined the Navy and served as a Signalman aboard the USS Nehenta Bay. Returning home he worked for the East Ohio Gas Company and retired in 1983 with 36...

William J. RalstonWilliam J. Ralston, 73, of Munroe Falls, went to be with the Lord on August 20, 2009 after a lengthy illness. Bill was born on October 18, 1935 in Portsmouth, Ohio. He was employed by General Motors' Terex Division for 21 years, having retired in 1986. He was a member of the First Apostolic Church in Tallmadge. Bill...

Virginia L. IdeVirginia L. Ide, 78, passed away on August 19, 2009. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles Baer and Laura Benn; and her husband John Ide. Survivors include her daughters Roxana (Kevin) Smith and Linda (Rick Hillyer) Ide; sons Mark (Constance) and Lawrence Ide; sister Barbara (Norman) Wilson; and grandchildren Christa (Chris) Mitchell and Chandos Ide....

Alexander S. Condos "Alex"Alex S. Condos, 84, of Tallmadge, passed away August 16, 2009. Alex was born January 31, 1925 in Akron to the late Stephen and Evangeline Condos. He graduated from Kent Roosevelt in 1944 and joined the U.S. Army. After serving in the Army, Alex served 10 years in the Ohio National Guard 107th. He retired after of...

Luther E. DyeLuther E. "Bud" Dye, 64, passed away August 16, 2009 peacefully in his sleep at home with loved ones. He was born in Massillion, Ohio and lived most of his life in Akron. Luther was a veteran of the U.S. Army and had 29 years service at Teledyn Monarch Rubber Co. as well as 15 years of service...