Margaret Rose BondMargaret Rose Bond, 69, passed away April 5, 2009. She was born December 4, 1939 in Washington, D.C. and resided in Akron for most of her life. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Ethel Stumph and sister, Judy Mackavage. She is survived by her loving husband...

Retha S. GrubbsRetha S. Grubbs, 82, went home to be home with her Lord and Savior on April 2, 2009. Retha was a devoted member of Grace Cathedral for almost 40 years, and she worked there as one of the leaders of the cleaning crew for 20 years. She had great vision for missions and spent many hours making candy,...

Donald Henry WirthDonald Henry Wirth "Dear", born February 8, 1944, fell asleep in the arms of Jesus on Monday, March 30, 2009, and woke up in Heaven. He was a life long resident of the Akron area, graduating from Garfield High School, then joining the Army. Donald retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber/Motor Wheel after 40 years of service. He...

John N. SmithJohn N. Smith, born June 3, 1932 in Akron, Ohio, passed away on April 1, 2009. He graduated from East High School, served in the US Navy and retired after 43 years of service from The Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company. He was a member of and served as an usher at the St. Matthew Parish. John was...

Cora L. KaserCora L. Kaser, 59, passed away March 30, 2009 after a lengthy illness. She was raised in Akron, and a life long resident. Cora was a graduate of Grace College with Bachelors in Education. She was the Business Manager for Spitzer Autoworld prior to her retirement. Cora loved to sew and read, and was a proud member of...

Martha Emma KarrMartha Emma Karr, 80, passed away on March 31, 2009. Martha retired from St. Thomas Hospital in 1994 and was a member of Emmanuel United Church of Christ. She enjoyed crafts and old movies. Preceded in death by her son James Ball; and stepson Thomas Aaron Karr. Survivors include her beloved husband Thomas; daughters Emma Keller, Susan Ball,...

Freda J. UnderwoodFreda J. Underwood passed away March 26, 2009. She was born April 9, 1937 to the late Bruno and Emma Wander. Preceded in death by husband, James; son, Craig; and brother, Ernie. Freda is survived by daughter, Lisa (Bernie); sons, David (Clare) and James (Pam); daughter-in-law, Julie; sister-in-law, Shirley; grandchildren, Jill, Tara, Joseph, Dustin, Alex and her special...

Roger E. PattersonRoger E. Patterson, 63, passed away March 27, 2009. He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, and retired from the Norton Co. after 22 years of service. Roger is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Tallmadge Ward, and participated in the Civil Air patrol. The last years of his...

Frances E. RacherFrances E. Racher, 90, passed away March 28, 2009. She was born in Youngstown, Ohio and retired from Polsky's. Frances use to love to go Polka dancing and went on numerous trips with The Vadnals. She was preceded in death by her husband, Louis; and son, William. Frances is survived by her son, John (Linda); daughter, Denise (Thomas)...

Michael C. BeckMichael C. Beck, 59, passed away March 29, 2009. He was an accomplished pilot with his own plane in Texas. Michael was a commercial electrical expediter for Hurst Electric Co. out of Hurst, Texas with 20 years of service. Preceded in death by his parents, Allan E. Sr. and Lorraine Leffler Beck; and sister, Maria. Michael is survived...

Alice A. HooverAlice A. Hoover (nee Swope) passed away March 30, 2009. Born February 10, 1915, in Altoona, PA., Alice lived in the Akron area for the past 67 years. Alice's favorite pat-times included Bingo, cards and puzzles. Preceded in death by her husband, Gerald E. Hoover in 2003; daughter, Alice "Toots" Cain (1965); and sons David (2000), Howard (2005)...

Dorothy Bates (nee Barron)Dorothy Bates, 72, of Akron, passed away March 30, 2009. She was born August 11, 1936 in Akron to the late Arthur and Vivian Barron. She was a graduate of Central High and enjoyed gardening in her free time. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, James Barron and sisters, Elizabeth...

Thomas W. NorrisThomas W. Norris, 87, passed away on March 30, 2009. He was born in Big Lick, TN to the late James and Sallie Norris on December 23, 1921. Thomas served with the US Army and US Marines during WWII. He enjoyed gardening. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Velma; brothers Lon,...

Sarah M. HoltSarah M. Holt, 58, passed away March 29, 2009. She was born in Akron on June 26, 1950. Sarah was a very active member of Grace Church of Rootstown where she served as a deaconess. Her hobbies included baking cookies, collecting windchimes, and reading. Sarah was preceded in death by her father, Paul Hauser and brother, Daniel Hauser....

Klet M. Freeland, Sr.Klet M. Freeland, Sr., 93, of Suffield, passed away March 27, 2009. Klet was born in Terra Alta, West Virginia on Ocotber 19, 1915. He retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber after 44 years of service and resided in Yuma, Arizona for the winter months. Klet is now together again with his wife, Viola. He was also...

Jane Elizabeth TaucherJane Elizabeth Taucher, born December 6, 1951, passed away March 27, 2009 after a courageous battle with cancer and kidney failure. She was preceded in death by her mother, Betty Layman Taucher. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends, including her father, John (Bobbie) Taucher; brother, James (Elaine) Taucher; niece, Tiffany Elder; great nephews...

Donna Bernadine (Peck) KalmanDonna Kalman, 75, went home to be with her Lord on March 26, 2009. She was a lifelong resident of Akron and retired from BF Goodrich as an executive secretary. Donna was one of a kind. She was a loving, caring, loyal mother, grandmother, and friend to all who knew her. She was definitely "The Boss" and...

Louis CritellLouis Critell, 86, passed away on March 26, 2009. He was born in Akron, Ohio on June 5, 1922 to the late Joseph and Mary Critell. Louis was a veteran of WWII, having served with the US Army in the Normandy invasion. He retired from Dillards after many years of service. Louis enjoyed the company of his many dear...

Melvin MillerMelvin Miller, 76, went home to be with the Lord on March 24, 2009. He is survived by his wife, Rose; children, Rick (Kathy), Terrie (Ray), Keith (Susie), Toni, Ed, Christine (John), Cindy (Peter), six grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Melvin was a very active member of Grace Bible Church. Calling hours will be Saturday from 3-6 followed by a...

Richard F. DvorakRichard F. Dvorak, 83, passed away on March 23, 2009. Richard was born on October 24, 1925 to the late Otto and Hattie Dvorak. He had served with the US Navy and was a member of Electricians Union Local #38 and C.S.A. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Margaret. Survivors include...