Ruth E. HeffelfingerRuth E. Heffelfinger, 80, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on March 30, 2008. We will remember her as a faithful and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Special thanks to Hospice Care Center on Ridgewood Road. A graveside service will be held Wednesday, 11 a.m., at Hillside Memorial Park with Grant Luton officiating. To leave...

Dorothea J. MacLarrenDorothea J. MacLarren (nee Gerhart), 70, passed away March 30, 2008 after a lengthy battle with lung cancer despite being a non-smoker. Dorothea was born November 22, 1937 and grew up in Norton, Ohio. She met her husband, Jerry, on a blind date. She was very active at her church, Sawyerwood United Methodist Church. Her concern for others...

Glenn V. GoodyearGlenn V. Goodyear, 73, of Akron, left this world and was reunited with his wife on March 29, 2008. Glenn was born in Akron on August 27, 1934. He proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and retired from Goodyear after 29 years of service. He was a devoted father and grandfather and will always...

Hugh C. Leitch, Jr.Hugh C. Leitch, Jr., 67, of Canton, passed away March 27, 2008. Hugh was born January 29, 1941 in Akron to the late Hugh C. and Mary Ann Leitch, Sr. Hugh proudly served two tours in Vietnam, both in the U.S. Army and the U.S. Navy. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by...

Diana Lynn SeaverDiana Lynn Seaver, 62, of Akron, passed away March 25, 2008. Diana was born in Akron on January 29, 1946 to the late Joseph and Mary Hutchison. She will be deeply missed by her son, Sean Ahern (Debby Monroe); her partner, Robert "Frog" Kalain; brothers, Joseph (Kathy), James (Janet), and John (Georgene) Hutchison; and grandchildren, Sean Michael Ahern,...

Kevin James ShepherdKevin James Shepherd, 46, of Akron, passed away March 26, 2008. Kevin was born in Akron on April 18, 1961. He was preceded in death by his father, Larry Shepherd; grandparents, James and Freda Ferres and Roy and Catherine Anderson; and stepbrothers, Richard and Jerry Anderson. He will be deeply missed by his parents, Bernice and Richard Anderson;...

Charles E. MeadowsCharles E. Meadows, 70, of Alliance, passed away March 25, 2008 at Alliance Community Hospital. He was born July 8, 1937 in Grundy, Virginia to the late Merkle & Irna Meadows. Charles retired from Alkar, Inc. and had worked at McNeil Akron for over 20 years. He was a member of the NRA and a proud member of...

Earlene (Lowther) KilgoreEarlene (Lowther) Kilgore, 68, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord, Monday, March 24, 2008 in Akron City Hospital. She was born April 19, 1939, in Akron, Ohio. She was the daughter of the late Earl & Jean Lowther. Earlene was involved for many years in the Ohio Country and Western Music Association and received numerous...

Vernon E. Troyer, Jr.Vernon E. Troyer, Jr., 51, of Lake Township, passed away March 22, 2008 at Akron City Hospital. He was born in Akron, Ohio on March 12, 1957. Vernon was employed by Taylor TeleCommunications as an Installation Supervisor. He was a devoted husband, father, son and grandfather who was full of life and loved people. In his free...

Frances E. PowellFrances E. Powell, 90, of Akron, passed away March 24, 2008. Frances was born March 4, 1918 to the late John and Viola Murray. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Powell and brothers, Walter and Donald Murray. She will be deeply missed by her sons, Donald, Carl, and Robert Powell; brother, Jack Murray; grandchildren,...

Clodeen M. Tennant Clodeen M. Tennant, 89, passed away on March 22, 2008. She had been an Akron resident for most of her life. Clodeen enjoyed gardening and was very devoted to her family. Preceded in death by her son Billy Petty; and several brothers and sisters. Survivors include husband Charles of 31 years; daughter Patsy (Gene) Colegrove; sons Kenneth...

Ralph W. HershbergerRalph W. Hershberger, 88, went to be with the Lord on March 21, 2008, the day of his 67th wedding anniversary. Ralph was born March 31, 1919 in Canton, Ohio to the late Rev. Mervin and Dorothy (nee Lesh) Hershberger. Ralph proudly served in the U.S. Army during World War II and served as a Summit County Deputy...

Wendell H. WhitsettWendell H. Whitsett 12/30/30-3/21/2008Dad, You have no idea the footprint of love you have left in the hearts of each member of our family. Your children and grandchildren seem to have a passion for the gift of words that without question was passed on by you. And yet, there are no word to express our deep gratitude and...

Marsha D. Pruner (nee Wagner) Marsha D. Pruner (nee Wagner), 50, of Akron, passed away on March 21, 2008. Preceded in death by her grandparents Dorothy and Norm Higgins and father-in-law Gorden Pruner. Survived by husband John Pruner; son Chip Clupper; daughter Courtney Pruner; parents John and Bev Wagner; mother-in-law June Pruner; brothers John (Jackie) and Glen (Kathy); brothers-in-law Dean...

Fred E. DodsonFred E. Dodson, 91, passed away March 18, 2008. He was born December 27, 1916 in Hopewell, Pennsylvania. Fred was a veteran of the U.S. Army having served in WWII as a cook. He retired from B.F. Goodrich and also worked for Russell Hart Parking as an attendant. In his free time he enjoyed fishing and telling stories....

Betty L. SargentBetty L. Sargent, 88, of Akron, passed away March 18, 2008. Betty was born in Scotland on December 1, 1919. She retired from General Tire after 27 years of service as an executive secretary. She will always be remembered as a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Betty was preceded in death by her son, Robert. She is survived...

Rosemary KibbyRosemary Kibby, 78, passed away on March 16, 2008. Rosemary will be fondly remembered as a generous and caring individual who would do anything for anyone. She enjoyed reading, sewing, and remodeling homes. She is survived by her beloved husband Eugene of 59 years; daughters Becky (Jim) Ferrell and Charlene Kibby; son Gene (Laura); grandchildren Brenda (Mike) and Mike...

Anna C. Murphy Anna C. Murphy, 87, of Ellet, passed away on March 14, 2008. She was born January 26, 1921 in Akron to Ernest and Florence Lane. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Charles Murphy, Sr. and beloved grandson Gregory A. Fenn. Anna leaves behind the ones she dearly loved, children Richard...

George E. TatumGeorge E. Tatum, 84, of Akron, passed away March 16, 2008 at Akron City Hospital. He was born September 15, 1923 in Pender County, North Carolina to the late James A. & Addie G. (Sears) Tatum. George served in the U.S. Army during WWII in Europe and later worked as Tire Builder for General Tire & Rubber Co....

Linda (Lowther) (Crowe) AdcoxLinda (Lowther) (Crowe) Adcox, 66, of Akron, joined her daughters in heaven, on March 15, 2008. She was born September 28, 1941 to the late Gordon and Olive (Stark) Lowther. Linda was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by daughters, Lori Lynn Crowe and Jeanie Willingham. Linda is...