James S. ChapmanJames S. Chapman, 53, of Akron, passed away February 12, 2008. James was born May 15, 1954. In his free time, he enjoyed golfing, camping, and fishing. He was preceded in death by his father, Harold Chapman; stepfather, Paul Welfley; and fiancee, Julie Ramsey. He is survived by his mother, Rose Marie Welfley; sisters, Janey (David) Motz and...

Karl H. MillsKarl H. Mills, 70, passed away on February 12, 2008. Karl worked as a truck driver for over 35 years, retiring from Preston Trucking Co. He attended Ravenna Assembly of God. Karl was the hardest worker you could ever meet. He had a huge heart and always went above and beyond to help anyone and everyone. He knew...

Leo F McKenzieLeo F McKenzie, 81, of Salesville, OH, passed away at his residence on February 12, 2008. He was born in Akron on August 21, 1926. Leo served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was a retired truck driver from Bender and Louden Motor Freight. Leo is preceded in death by his wife of 26 yrs,...

Gregory W. Jaynes Gregory W. Jaynes, 52, passed away on February 11, 2008. He was an active member of Wintergreen Ledges Church of God where he served as a greeter and an usher. Gregory was involved with the Akron Marriage Encounter Community and was employed at Akron General Medical Center. He enjoyed the outdoors, animals, and spending time with his...

Donald Peter King Don King, 65, passed away on Saturday, February 9, 2008, losing a battle with cancer. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother & friend. He was preceded in death by his mother Mary, father Peter and brother James. He is survived by his wife Sandra, his daughter Susan Bartlett of Centerburg, OH, her husband Doug, their...

Marshall BeattyMarshall Beatty, 86, passed away February 11, 2008. Marshall was born August 29, 1921 in Mercersburg, PA. He was preceded in death by Goldie Harmon-Beatty. He is survived by his children, Ted (Kim) Harmon of Akron, Louise (Alan) Frazier of Topeka, KS, and Leona (James) Harding of Cape Coral, FL; six grandchildren; and great-grandchildren. A special thanks goes to...

Harold Smith "Joe", 61, of Akron, passed away Saturday January 12 at Akron General Medical Center after battling cancer. He was born in Charleston, WV. He enjoyed all sports but actively paricipated in golf and softball. Joe was a longtime employee of Our Lady of the Elms School, where he enjoyed most of his work time. Joe was especially fond...

Aubrie Rae KettermanAubrie Rae Ketterman, born December 12, 2007, went to Heaven February 10, 2008 at Akron Childrens Hospital in her loving parents arms. Aubrie was here in our life for such a short time but the memory of her big blue eyes and her will to fight will be etched in our hearts forever. She touched all that knew...

Charles B. Sweeney Jr., age 81, passed away February 9. He retired from Goodyear in 1990 with 43 years of service. During WWII he served in the Navy on LST 894, and was active in the Ohio and National LST reunions. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting. He was a founding member of his church Good Shepherd Lutheran....

Charles J. Marks, 85, passed away February 8, 2008 at his residence. He was born April 23, 1922 to the late George and Irene (Guthier) Marks. He was a member of Grace Episcopal Church, Ravenna, OH. Charles proudly served his country in the U.S. Marines during World War II. He retired after 39 years from Goodyear, he then was the...

Roger H BuschRoger H Busch, 66, of Akron, passed away at his residence on February 8, 2008. He was a life long resident of Akron. Roger retired from Akron Standard after 33 years of service as a Sr. Purchaser. He always loved watching Westerns and taped many of them so he could rewatch them over and over again. He was...

JoAnn StewartJoAnn Stewart, 73, of Green, passed away February 8, 2008 at the Hospice Care Center. She was born March 10, 1934 in Oak Hill, OH to the late Earl B. & Cova (Wilson) Miller. JoAnn was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother. She was a life long resident of the Akron area and worked for the Green School System...

Ruth E. BrooksRuth E. Brooks, 86, formerly of Akron, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday afternoon, February 6, 2008. Ruth's entire life revolved around her husband and children. Over the years she was involved in scouting and Eastern Star, and was the manager of the Hot Stove baseball team the "Buckeyes". Ruth was an accomplished seamstress, keeping the...

James E. LastonJames E. Laston, 79, of Lakemore, passed away February 6, 2008 at Akron City Hospital. He was born June 6, 1928 in Akron, Ohio to the late Richard J. & Ruby E. (Morris) Laston. James was employed by Goodyear Aerospace before retiring from Loral Defense Systems in 1989. He was a long time member of Lakemore United Methodist...

Betty J. KochAKRON: Betty J. Koch (Winberg), 87, went home to be with the Lord on February 6, 2008 at Pebble Creek Senior Care Center. Mrs. Koch was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 61 years, Anthony; brother, Charles K. Winberg; grandson, Anthony W. Thompson; and parents, Charles B. and Nellie T. Winberg. Left to cherish her memory...

Paul E. Harris Paul E. Harris, 43, passed away on February 5, 2008. He enjoyed sports and was a member of the First Christian Church in Cuyahoga Falls. He is survived by his parents George and Judy Harris; daughters Samantha and Sydney Yoder; sister Kim (Lee) Thomas; brother David (Tracyann); and special friend Marilyn. Family and friends are welcome to...

Irene M. NolanIrene M. Nolan, 57, of Akron, passed away February 5, 2008 at Akron City Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born February 2, 1951 in Arcadia PA to the late Charles L. & Mary E. (Good) Bathurst. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Charles Bathurst, Jr.; and step-father,...

Philip T. (Terry) BlomgrenTerry Blomgren went home to be with his Lord and Savior on February 4, 2008 after a long illness. He was born on July 16, 1936 in Akron. Terry worked in numerous Binderies and Print Shops throughout Akron. He enjoyed singing and playing his guitar for family, friends and neighbors. He is preceded in death by his...

"TOGETHER AGAIN"Herman F. Huth, Sr.MOGADORE- On Sunday, February 3, 2008, surrounded by family, Herman F. Huth, Sr., 92, left this world and has "Gone Fishin' with Jesus"!Herman was born August 16, 1915 in Tallmadge, Ohio. The eighth of twelve children born to Martin J. Huth and Eldora Mae (Palmer) Huth, he grew up in Ellet, graduated from Ellet High School...

Walter R. HenryWalter R. Henry, 87, passed away on February 4, 2008. He is survived by his wife Annabelle, of 65 years; daughters Belinda (Bob) Woody and Pamela Henry; son Scott (Sue) Henry; brothers Otis (Audrey) and Roy Henry; and grandsons Scott, Ben, and Denon. Calling hours will be Thursday, 12-2 p.m. at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd.,...