James L. Gooden James L. Gooden, 56, passed away on August 17, 2008. He was born in Akron, OH on July 15, 1952 to the late Vernon and Mary Gooden. James retired from the Akron Chair Co. after 10 years of service. He was a member of the Mogadore Moose 1082 and the Fraternal Order of the Eagles. He enjoyed...

John C. ZidoJohn C. Zido, 48, of Akron, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on August 17, 2008 surrounded by his family. He was born July 5, 1960 in Akron, Ohio and was a graduate of Garfield High School Class of 1978 where he was a member of the National Honor Society. He was an optician for over 20...

Clifton E. ShafferClifton E. Shaffer, 77, of Tallmadge, passed away August 16, 2008. Cliff was born August 10, 1931 in Akron to the late Clifton E. and Flossie Shaffer, Sr. He served as a vice president at Evans Savings, Centran Bank, and Key Corp. and later was an academic advisor at Akron University for 17 years. In his free time,...

David R. VaughanDavid R. Vaughan, 68, of Barberton, passed away August 17, 2008. He joins his wife, Phyllis, who passed away December 16, 2005. They are survived by daughters, Carrie, Debbi, Carla and will be greatly missed by their grandchildren. A graveside service will be TODAY at 2 p.m. at Hillside Memorial Park. Condolences may be sent to 6 Carol...

Roy AveryRoy Avery, 81, of Akron, passed away August 16, 2008 after a long illness. Roy was born July 16, 1927 in Cleveland, Ohio. He grew up on a farm in Brimfield and graduated from East High School in Akron. He served in the U.S. Air Force and was employed at Goodyear Aerospace and later Loral Systems from 1953 to...

Karen A. Zimmerman-WeidawKaren A. Zimmerman-Weidaw, 48, passed away August 16, 2008 after a long brave fight with pulmonary fibrosis. She was born November 10, 1959 in Cuyahoga Falls and graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School in 1977. Karen had many successful careers, but most enjoyed caring for small children in her home. She was preceded in death by her mother,...

Craig Eackelbary (aka T. Santana)Craig Eackelbary, age 62, passed through heaven's gate on August 16, 2008. Craig was born November 27, 1945. He grew up in the North Hill area and attended North High School. Craig spent most of his adult life living in Cuyahoga Falls before moving to Rootstown. After high school, he joined the U.S. Marine Corp where...

Violet R. GriffinViolet R. (Alexander) Griffin, age 66, passed away August 15, 2008.She was born June 22, 1942 in Roane County, WV. She resided in Kent for the past 20 years and was a resident of Ohio since 1961. Violet retired from the dry cleaning business after 26 years amd also worked as a printer at St. Thomas Hospital.She was...

Evelyn L. SharpeEvelyn L. Sharpe, 80, of Akron, passed away August 7, 2008. Evelyn was preceded in death by her daughters, Shirley Christner and Susan Hileman, both of Akron. She is survived by her sister, Irene Clark of Woodsfield, Ohio; brother, John Angle of Toledo, Ohio; daughters, Sharon Daley of Florida, Claudia (Ebel) Molyneaux and Jackie Higgins, both of Akron;...

Paul E. JohnstonPaul E. Johnston, 78, of Green, passed away August 13, 2008 at his residence. He was born January 1, 1930 in Akron, Ohio to the late John W. & Catherine (Hopkins) Johnston. Paul was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church and most recently had been attending Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. He retired from the Ford Motor...

Howard H. "Bud" CoxHoward H. "Bud" Cox, 78, passed away August 12, 2008. Born in Akron on November 3, 1929, he graduated from East High School, served in the military during the Korean Conflict, and retired from Loral Corp in 1988. Bud was a member of Clearview United Methodist Church, Mayfarer Lodge #789 (formerly Englebeck), Falls Order of Eastern Star...

Donna AugustineDonna Augustine, 62, of Akron, passed away suddenly on the morning of August 10th in her home. She was born July 31, 1946 in Arizona and was raised in Munroe Falls before moving to Ellet where she lived for almost 40 years. Donna retired from Luigi's in downtown Akron where she worked for 40 years. She was an active...

Vadie PenixVadie Penix, 78, of Atwater, passed away August 11, 2008. Vadie was born September 7, 1929 in Inez, Kentucky to the late Fred and Josie Fannin. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother and had many interests, including sewing, quilting, gardening, and watching the birds in her yard. Vadie was preceded in death by her husband, William; sons,...

Florence A. Hazelett "Flo"Florence A. Hazelett, 76, of Akron, passed away August 11, 2008. Flo will always be remembered as a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She had many talents including painting, crafts, and gardening. Flo was preceded in death by her husband, William and son, Randy Scott. She is survived by her daughter, Penny (Rodney) Pelton; sons, Jim (Debbie),...

CAROLYN SUE PRIMMCarolyn Sue Primm, of Uniontown, Ohio, passed from this life on Sunday, August 10, 2008. She was born to Kenneth & Irene Holcomb on August 7, 1948 in Borger, Texas. She married Henry B. Primm on May 24, 1990 and they lived in Uniontown, Ohio. Carolyn was employed with Associated Materials for 17 years. In addition to her...

Barbara Jean SayreDecember 25 1930-August 10, 2008He looked across the dance floor, saw his Princess, and for 59 years, 3 months, had the honor of sharing a perfect life with the Lady God made just for him. She was always there, at the right time, for her husband, her children, and her friends, when they needed someone who loved them,...

Brenda S. TannerBrenda S. Tanner, 58, of Cuyahoga Falls, went home to be with the Lord on August 4, 2008. She was born March 22, 1950 in Carbondale, Illinois. Brenda was a faithful member of the First Apostolic Church of Tallmadge. She was a loving individual with an infectious smile and was always willing to help those in need. Most...

Jesse W. Holloway, Sr. Jesse W. Holloway, Sr., 79, passed away on August 6, 2008. Born November 10, 1928 in Keyser, WV to the late Jesse and Anna Holloway. Jesse served with the US Army in Korea and retired from Firestone Tire and Rubber after 20 years of service. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. In addition...

Richard "Rusty" Russell Fike, Jr. aka Eric RileyRichard "Rusty" Russell Fike, Jr. aka Eric Riley, 39, of Coventry Township, Ohio passed away August 1, 2008 at his residence. He was born January 10, 1969 in Akron, Ohio. Eric enjoyed kayaking, biking and life in the outdoors. He also enjoyed the culinary arts. Eric was preceded in death by his mother,...

Kady FisherKady Fisher, 87, of Tallmadge, passed away on August 3, 2008. Kady enjoyed fishing, gardening, bird watching, and all aspects of nature. She was a wonderful cook and homemaker. Kady was a loving and caring mother and grandmother and will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Preceded in death by her beloved husband of 60 years, Joe....