Gilbert "Gil" StewartGilbert "Gil" Stewart, 77, passed away Dec. 11. Gil approached life with a devotion to people that extended far beyond family and friends. It seemed that Gil was always there to lend a helping hand or a kind smile. He loved to fish, but his passion was exploring. The backroads were his second home, meeting new friends at...

Judi C. BloomJudi C. Bloom, 61, of Green, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on December 13, 2008 at the Hospice Care Center. She was born October 25, 1947 in Akron, Ohio, to the late James L. and Martha E. ( Kent ) Moss. She was preceded in death by her loving in laws, Arthur and Maxine...

Leah SmithLeah Smith, 77, passed away Dec. 11, 2008. Leah was a member of The Wintergreen Ledges Church of God. She is survived by her husband, Pat of 58 years; daughters, Kay Stripe (Robert), Linda Benson (John) and Patricia Whited (David); son, Thomas Smith; grandsons, Robert Stripe (Katie), Josh Benson, Jeffrey Stripe (Stacey), Patrick Hall and Andrew Grisak; 5 great-grandchildren;...

Verna Mae ArnottVerna Mae Arnott, 94, of Akron, passed away December 10, 2008. Born in Follansbee, West Virginia to the late Edward & Alma (White) Mulley. Verna had been a member of the Crossroads Bible Fellowship Church, Eastern Star Falls Chapter 249 and was a Toastmistress. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Hugh...

Lena (Lee) MangusLena (Lee) Mangus, 91, passed away on December 6, 2008. Lee was born in Akron on July 7, 1917. She was an intelligent, loving, and generous woman. Lee enjoyed her life to the fullest and traveled all over the world throughout the years. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. She was preceded in...

Donald J. LiasDonald J. Lias, 82, of Mogadore, passed away December 9, 2008 after a lengthy battle with COPD. Don is now joined with his wife Marie, who passed away two weeks ago. He was born in Akron on March 12, 1926. Don served in the U.S. Navy during World War II on the U.S.S. Munda. He retired from Firestone...

Fred E. KehnerFred E. Kehner, 79, of Louisville, Ohio passed away December 8, 2008 at AlterCare of Louisville. He was born April 25, 1929 in Mogadore OH to the late Fred & Clara Kehner. Fred retired from H.M. Miller Construction and was a self-employed Taxidermist for 40 years. He had also worked for 10 years at Goodyear Aircraft where he...

Dorothy L. WilhiteDorothy L. Wilhite, 43, passed away on Dec. 7, 2008. Dorothy loved wood working and refinishing old furniture. She loved to travel by riding with her husband on his motorcycle. She is survived by her husband, Robert; daughters, Whitney and Chelsea Rogers; son, Zack; mother, Dorothy Mason; sister, Bonnie; and many loving aunts and uncles. The family will...

Mary E. KneppMary E. Knepp, age 78, of Brimfield passed away at Akron City Hospital on December 4. Mary had been in failing health for several years. She suffered injuries from a recent fall at home. Mary was born in Akron to Walter and Blanch Winstead. She lived in Suffield-Brimfield most of her life. Mary was a devoted wife and...

Arnold W. Shinn Arnold W. Shinn, 80, passed away on December 7, 2008. He was born on January 12, 1928 in Evans, WV, to the late Roy and Laura May Shinn. Arnold was a veteran of WWII, having served with the US Army. He retired from Giant Eagle after 5 years of service. Arnold was a hard worker who enjoyed...

George H. Greer, Jr.George H. Greer, Jr., 67 years old, died December 7, 2008 after a long battle with cancer. George was born August 23, 1941 in Akron and was a lifelong resident of the area. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, having served three years. He was a member of Teamsters Local 671, 92, and 377. George...

Dorothy ButcherDorothy Butcher, 78, of Akron, passed away December 3, 2008 at Akron City Hospital. She was born January 16, 1930 in Salem, Ohio to the late Blaine & Olive (Kirk) Hardenbergh. Dorothy worked for many years as an Insurance Agent. She is survived by her children and their families: Joan (Victor) Mick, Angela and Samantha; Larry (Bonnie) Butcher, Blaine...

Sylvia L. LittleSylvia L. Little, 73, passed away at Akron City Hospital Hospice after a brief illness. Sylvia was a housewife for 29 years and devoted to her husband, Glen. She attended the Green Valley United Methodist Church and was active in the Humane Society. She also enjoyed doing word puzzles. She was preceded in death by her mother, Harriett;...

Evelyn J. RinehartOur mother left this earth on December 5, 2008 to be with her savior, Jesus Christ. She was a mother and homemaker and worked at NRM, Goodyear, and JoAnn Fabrics. She leaves behind her children, Don Rinehart (Joy) of Spartanburg, SC, Susan Getz (Alfred) of Palmyra Twp, OH, Holly Smith of Akron, and Julie Rinehart and Janice Brown...

Helen (Nancy) BoylesHelen (Nancy) Boyles, 81, of Akron, passed away December 5, 2008. Nancy was born on June 27, 1927 in Weston, West Virginia. She retired from Edwin Shaw Hospital after many years as a physical therapist aide. She was a past president of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary Post 8975 and a member of the Eagles 555, the Army Navy...

Colleen A. MattucciColleen A. Mattucci, 51 of Akron, went home to be with her Lord December 2, 2008. Born in Akron,Ohio to the late James & Jane (Smith) Rarick. Devoted wife, mother,and grandmother. She is survived by her husband Peter J. Mattucci of 29 years; daughter Chandra ( Dennis) O' Brien; son Joseph M. Mattucci; sister Debbie (John) Kerpsie; brothers...

Wanda A. Taylor Wanda A. Taylor, 82, passed away on December 4, 2008. She was born in Grafton, WV on September 16, 1926 to the late Walter and Pauline Stevens. Wanda loved her family and enjoyed making a good home for them. She also enjoyed sewing and refinishing old furniture. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death...

Phillip A. ThompsonPhillip A. Thompson, age 64, died Dec. 2 after a short illness. Phillip was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He graduated from the University of Akron with a Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education, and retired after 39 years of service from Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. Phillip was a loving and giving brother, uncle and friend....

Jeremy Michael BurkettJeremy Michael Burkett, 28, of Akron, passed away December 2, 2008. Jeremy is survived by his parents, three sisters, two nephews, one niece, his girlfriend and three children, and many other relatives and friends. Family and friends may call on Sunday from 2 4 and 6 8 p.m. and Monday from 12:30 1:30 p.m. at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME,...

Mary Louise Pfahler Mary Louise Pfahler, 76, passed away on December 3, 2008. She was a loving grandmother and great-grandmother and enjoyed gardening, nature, crafts, and crocheting. She will be remembered as a generous soul who gave to many. Preceded in death by her husband Hugo; sons Michael and Kevin; and brother Wally. Survivors include sons Walle (Paula) and Tony...